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1 unit available immediately. Demo in mint condition with warranty.
Top-class studio in-ear monitor
Every decision made during the recording, mixing, and mastering process is grounded in truth, and that's exactly what the Empire Studio Reference (ESR) MKII delivers: pure, neutral, and unadulterated sound reproduction with unrivaled detail. The ESR MKII is the next generation of the ESR, making it the finest studio reference in-ear monitor we've ever made.
The ESR MKII features an improved 5-driver hybrid configuration consisting of triple balanced armatures and dual electrostatics, along with a completely redesigned 4-way SynX crossover powered by EIVEC and ARC technology to effortlessly reproduce the sonic transparency and critical detail required for monitoring, mixing, and mastering.
The ESR MKII is Empire's most neutral in-ear monitor, offering true-to-record dynamics, ultra-fast transient response, and wide dispersion to meet the demands of music, cinema, and broadcast productions.
Reviews
"The Empire Ears ESR MKII has a flexible sound signature, excellent on the detail with a subtle but attractive lightweight snug-fitting design. In today's market, the ESR MKII might just prove to be Empire Ear's best value to performance offering to date."
"It's one of the best tunings I've come across. "
"It's the same thing as studio reference monitors. They have a linear representation, but you actually enjoy certain reference speaker models. The ESR MKII is exactly like that. It has a flat response, but you still find yourself enjoying it. And because it's an extremely smooth and balanced IEM, you can listen to it all day without any fatigue. It just flows through. No distractions, nothing overdone."
"It's one of the best tunings I've come across. And the price? Well, it's not crazy expensive money in today's IEM market, so I think it actually has great value. As a result, I recommend the Empire Ears ESR MKII as a great reference monitor. If you're looking for a true-sounding IEM and had enough of the V-Shaped, fun-oriented gear, this might be your best bet at this point."
"True "Reference" sound, Excellent detail retrieval, Even Vocal presentation, That treble goodness..."
"The truth and nothing but the truth"
Scope of delivery
- ESR MKII in-ear monitors
- Alpha IV Cable with 2.5mm balanced or or 3.5mm plug
- Various silicone ear tips to adapt to your ears
- Premium aluminum Pandora case
- cleaning cloth
Technical details
- 5 Proprietary Drivers, Hybrid design
- 3 Proprietary Balanced Drivers - 1 Low, 1 Mid, 1 High
- 2 Premium Electrostatic Drivers - 1 High, 1 Super High
- 4-Way synX Crossover Network
- EIVEC - Empire Intelligent Variable Electrostatic Control Technology
- ARC Resonance Mitigation Technology
- Impedance: 3.9 Ohms @ 1kHz
- Frequency Response: 10Hz - 100kHz
- Sensitivity: 111dB @ 1kHz, 1mW
- Bespoke Alpha IV UPOCC Copper Litz Cable
Custom in-ears - make it your own!
All Empire Ears in-ears are also available as custom models.
The custom earbuds are made specifically for you and fitted to your ears. You can also customize the design almost anywhere.
Look here: Custom In-Ears – Audio Essence
