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I was also worried that getting the molds to fit in my ears would be difficult, but I am relieved to say I was wrong. I was concerned that because they are a hard-shell plastic they would be uncomfortable to wear, but I was pleasantly surprised. I found the Reference Remastered monitors to be a comfortable fit. This makes fittings more accessible for musicians on tour, or those working remotely. Such a process allows someone like myself to have images (rather than impressions) taken of their ears, which bypasses the strange ear foam process and the trip to the audiologist. From there, the housing of the custom molds can be built. Once the ear is scanned, the files are uploaded on a computer and can quickly be shared with the production team. The fitting process involves taking digital images of the ear and canal, which takes less than 10 minutes, and then having them custom printed via 3D printing. Ultimate Ears’ own proprietary 3D ear scanner was in development for 6 years leading up to its use with retailers. Additionally, the Reference Remastered monitors ship with a choice of hard case types and options for initials on the monitors themselves, as well as the owner’s name on the case. Listening at a very low volume is possible, and makes for more accurate and healthy listening habits-a crucial measure to take during long hours of focused work, and to maintain hearing health.Įach pair allows for a whole host of user customization, with choices for things like color, back plate options, and high-quality cable length and type (add an additional cable with mic clicker for $100 cables can be swapped out with any compatible 3rd party high-quality cable). These monitors can also be plugged in via adaptor to any interface. This means that the fit of the molds sits within your ear’s natural frequency curve to allow as close to natural, accurate, and isolated listening as possible. What many may not realize about custom-molded in-ear monitoring is that it allows for natural ambient sound occlusion. If you are a fan of hi-res, or utilize/work in this medium, these in-ears will help accurately represent frequencies and overtones that would otherwise be absent.
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Boasting a noise isolation rating of up to -26dB, these units utilize Ultimate Ears’ proprietary True Tone Drivers to extend the frequency range, making a perfect partnership for them and hi-fi experts Capitol Studios. The Reference Remastered in-ear monitors have a frequency range of 5Hz-25kHz, with a flat response up to 18kHz. Let’s take a closer look at the Reference Remastered in-ear monitors and see what they’re all about. These in-ear monitors make use of Ultimate Ears’ own proprietary cutting-edge 3D ear scanner technology in order to create an altogether different custom fitting experience than anyone has previously had. The Ultimate Ears Reference Remastered in-ear monitors mark the company’s second collaboration with Capitol Studios, which is known in for an impressive history of major recordings, including hi-res productions. Ultimate Ears however, in partnership with Capitol Studios, aims to “remaster” our thinking with a product custom-designed for audio engineers, music producers, and others who are looking for detailed and accurate listening-even for those working with hi-res audio. Typically, when we think of in-ear monitoring, we think of live sound applications: musicians on stage, DJs hyping up crowds and the like. Ultimate Ears, in partnership with Capitol Studios, deliver the Reference Remastered in-ear monitors-are they the right fit for you?