IK Multimedia ARC ON EAR

IK Multimedia ARC ON•EAR: Portable DAC and Amp for Reliable Sound Anywhere

On the road, in a hotel room, or at home — reliable sound can’t wait. The IK Multimedia ARC ON•EAR headphone DAC and amp delivers just that, flattening the frequency response of over 250 headphone models with precision calibration profiles and proprietary DSP. Its Virtual Speaker engine recreates the feel and depth of studio monitors in headphones, letting users make confident mix decisions far from their main room. With USB-C and 3.5 mm inputs, four switchable presets, and battery power for travel, the ARC ON•EAR suits remote sessions, mobile production, and home studios.

Key Features

• Precision Calibration Profiles: Over 250+ profiles to flatten headphone response, providing a neutral, transparent listening experience for accurate mixing.
• Virtual Speaker Simulation: Proprietary DSP models the depth, width, and spatial balance of over 20 virtual monitors and 15 multimedia systems for mix translation checking.
• Standalone Operation: Works as a standalone DAC and headphone amp with no software or drivers required, featuring a rechargeable battery that runs up to 4 hours.
• High-Resolution Audio: Utilizes ESS SABRE 32-bit converters for high-resolution output and clean audio quality.

Finish Mixes Anywhere, Confident in Translation

Mixing on headphones doesn’t have to feel like a compromise. ARC ON•EAR’s correction profiles, virtual speaker simulations and mobile controls combine to deliver trustworthy sound for editing and mastering. You can finish mixes anywhere, confident they’ll translate well to speakers, phones and streaming services. This streamlined setup means fewer revisions and more consistent, professional results across all your projects.