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Background and Identification
The Reference is CrinEar's second production model IEM, launched in April 2026.
The Reference takes its name from being tonally accurate to the Population-Averaged Diffuse-Field JM-1 target, with a -1 dB/octave tilt to recreate some tonal balance of loudspeakers in a listening room in contrast to an anechoic chamber and a 2 dB bass lift for a flatter perceived balance. The model was tuned on an ITU-T P.57 Type 4.3 ear simulator.
The Reference has a CNC-machined aluminum shell.
Specifications
Model number: Reference
Release date: 2026
Drivers:
- Types: 2DD + 3BD
- Sensitivity: 104 dB SPL/V @ 1 kHz
- Impedance: 16 ohm
- Frequency: 2 Hz - 44 kHz
Body:
- Type: In-ear
- Build: Aluminum
Interface:
- Socket: 2-pin connector
- Plug: 3.5 mm stereo, 4.4 mm balanced
