IK Multimedia Arc On Ear
Professional headphone digital DAC amplifier with built-in acoustic correction - 3.5mm analogue input - 6.35mm headphone output - USB-C
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Hear the truth in your headphones!
TheIK Multimedia Arc On Ear is a revolutionary stand-alone DAC and amplifier that instantly corrects the response of your headphones to recreate the experience of mixing on professional studio monitors.For the first time, with this DAC amplifier you can mix, master and produce with confidence, wherever you are. Unlike conventional correction plug-ins or virtual control room systems,Arc On Ear doesn't produce an artificial or over-processed sound. Instead, it offers the precision, depth and reliability of a real control room, right in your headphones.

Change the game
Mixing with headphones has always been synonymous with compromise. Even 'reference' headphones colour the sound, while exaggerated stereo depth makes spatial judgement almost impossible. TheArc On Ear solves both these problems by restoring a neutral frequency response and a natural stereo image, so you can always trust what you hear.Arc On Ear is a game changer. It provides true-to-life monitoring so you can experience the natural perspective of high-end studio monitors in a properly set-up room. It gives you the chance to listen to crystal-clear sound, with advanced acoustic modelling, free from imperfect convolution, guaranteeing clarity and transparency. WithArc On Ear there are no approximations. You get reliable mixes from the very first take, which adapt to all playback systems. Finally, the integrated amplification guarantees a stable frequency response, with no coloration induced by the amplifier.
For greater precision
TheArc On Ear amplifier has the lowest distortion across the entire audio spectrum compared to high-end interfaces and market-leading laptops. Powered by a 32-bit ESS SABRE converter, a power amplifier with a high damping factor and ultra-low distortion, as well asdigitally controlled analogue volume stage, theArc On Ear offers a truly audiophile listening experience, without compromise.
The behaviour of a headphone amplifier has a direct impact on what you hear. Even high-end audio interfaces and mixers can alter the frequency response of headphones, sometimes subtly, sometimes significantly, depending on the model and its output impedance.Arc On Ear eliminates this variable. All calibration profiles are created using the same amplifier circuit as that used in the product, guaranteeing accurate, reliable and reproducible correction for all headphones and all listening sessions.


For practical everyday use
No drivers. No plug-ins. No DAW required.Arc On Ear is a stand-alone system that works with any configuration.
- USB-C and 3.5 mm audio inputs.
- Compatible with any operating system, application or playback system.
- Save up to 5 presets for instant recall.
- Rechargeable battery for up to 4 hours' operation.
- Take your reference studio with you wherever you go
With continuous firmware updates, an ever-expanding headphone database and a growing collection of virtual monitors,Arc On Ear is a future-proof investment in your sound. Whether you're producing on the move, mixing at night or travelling the world,Arc On Ear gives you the precision and reliability of a professional studio, wherever you are.
Key features:
- Audiophile digital DAC amplifier for professional headphones with built-in acoustic correction
- Compact, durable aluminium chassis
- Elegant design, suitable for all environments
- Ultra-low output distortion
- No loss of resolution, even at low volume
- Powers even the most demanding headphones
- Takes the guesswork out of headphone mixing.
- Recreates the studio monitor experience.
- Listen to your mix virtually on other high-end playback systems.
- Control software for customising and loading up to 5 profiles.
- Support for hundreds of popular headphone models.
- Rechargeable battery for up to 4 hours of playback.
- Digital and analogue audio inputs for all audio sources.
- Analogue input (3.5 mm) and USB-C digital inputs
- Standard 6.3 mm headphone output
- Protective carrying case included
Select your criteria
General information |
Product name |
IK Multimedia Arc On Ear |
Brand |
IK Multimedia | |
Model |
2285295001002 | |
Technical specifications |
Amplifier type |
Integrated amplifier |
Tube amplification |
No | |
Signal-to-noise ratio |
107.9 dB | |
Bandwidth (Min frequency) |
10 Hz | |
Bandwidth (Max frequency) |
80 kHz | |
D/A converter |
32 bits / 192 kHz | |
Connectivity |
Front panel connectors |
Headphone (6.35mm Jack) |
Audio input |
1 X 6.35mm Jack Female Stereo | |
| 1 X USB Type C | ||
Audio outputs |
1 X Headphone (3.5mm Jack Female) | |
Additional connectors |
USB Type C | |
Connectivity |
Bluetooth |
No |
Wi-Fi |
No | |
DLNA certification |
No | |
Physical characteristics |
Color |
Black |
Remote control |
No | |
Width |
3.11 mm | |
Depth |
7.7 mm | |
Weight |
170 g | |
Power supply |
Standby consumption |
0.5 W |
Warranties |
Commercial warranty |
Seller 2 years
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Legal warranty |
See terms & conditions
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Safety Information |
Responsible person |
IK Multimedia Production Srl |
Postal address |
Via dell’Industria 46 41122 Modena (MO) Italie | |
Electronic Address |
info@ikmultimedia.com |
Product referenced on 21 Nov 2025
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