IK Multimedia announces ARC ON•EAR version 1.3, a firmware and software update that expands the system's headphone database, improves workflow efficiency, and further refines its virtual monitoring engine for even greater confidence when mixing on headphones.
Since its launch, ARC ON•EAR has redefined headphone mixing by combining precision headphone correction with advanced physical modeling of real studio monitors. Version 1.3 continues IK Multimedia's commitment to evolving ARC ON•EAR as a powerful monitoring platform for modern creators.
Expanded Headphone Database
Version 1.3 adds 12 new headphone calibration profiles, including:
- Apple AirPods Max
- Audeze S20
- HEDDphone D1
- And more popular models
Each profile is measured using IK's precision reference process and calibrated with the same amplifier circuit found in ARC ON•EAR, ensuring reliable, repeatable correction.
With support for hundreds of headphone models and a continuously expanding database, ARC ON•EAR remains one of the most comprehensive headphone correction systems available.
Faster, Smarter Workflow
Version 1.3 introduces several usability improvements designed to streamline daily use:
- New navigation arrows to quickly switch between headphone or virtual speaker models
- Smart search in the Headphone Browser for faster browsing
- The headphone name is always visible for easier identification
- Double-click to select and automatically close the browser
- Device Presets can now be copied, pasted, moved, and restored to default
The frequency response graph has also been improved to include optional curve visibility, while User Trim parameters can now be reset with a double-click and adjusted via the mouse wheel for faster tonal shaping.
Enhanced Monitoring Realism
The virtual monitoring engine also receives a refinement with an improved ambience algorithm, delivering more natural depth and spatial realism while maintaining ARC ON•EAR's philosophy of avoiding artificial reverb or tonal coloration.
An Evolving Platform
ARC ON•EAR was designed as a future-proof monitoring platform. Version 1.3 reflects IK's ongoing commitment to expanding compatibility, refining performance, and improving usability through continued firmware and software updates.
Whether mixing late at night, producing on the road, or working in untreated spaces, ARC ON•EAR delivers accurate translation and studio-level confidence — now with even greater speed and flexibility.
Pricing and Availability
The ARC ON•EAR version 1.3 firmware and software update is available for free to registered users via the IK Product Manager.
ARC ON•EAR is available from the IK Multimedia online store and IK authorized dealers worldwide:
- ARC ON•EAR $/€249.99* intro price (reg. $/€299.99) – Includes ARC ON•EAR processor, carrying pouch, USB-C cable, stereo TRS cable (3.5 mm to 3.5 mm thread-on), TRS adapter (3.5 mm to 6.3 mm thread-on), ARC ON•EAR control software.
*Pricing excludes taxes.
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