IMR Acoustics Showcases ‘EDP’ IEM
Every type of driver technology out there has gone through various peaks and dips of “hype” in terms of being integrated into headphones and how popular that type of driver technology is at any one point in time. Planar magnetic drivers are not exactly a new type of technology, but it seems that their full potential have not quite been realized yet, but the implementation of this type of driver certainly does seem to still be on the rise. IMR Acoustics have recently announced that they will be releasing a new IEM called the EDP, which stands for ‘Every Day Planar’.
IMR has stated that, “Planar technology is starting to become a staple of the in-ear monitor with more and more companies finding new ways to implement micro planar drivers. Sadly too many are poorly implemented and offer mediocre sound. The EDP is here to obliterate any other planar in-ear monitor in the sub £ 300 price bracket and many more priced above!
IMR has been working with a dedicated planar manufacturing partner to produce some of the most amazing IEM’s such as the RAH and PB ONE. For many the price point of these units is cost prohibitive. They are extremely specialist and the costs involved to produce them are extremely high. For one time only I would like to make planar technology available to the majority. This will be the first and last budget planar product IMR will produce!
The EDP is a fully isolated in-ear monitor featuring a 10mm precision planar driver and a 9mm titanium dynamic and has been in development since June 2019.
This combination offers the immense detail and lush vocals that only a planar can produce with the titanium driver taking care of bass duties.
Detail retrieval is spectacular with holographic instrument placement. Vocals are supremely present but never overpowering. Midrange is hugely engaging and with no bleed from the lower registers messing with the midrange sound. Bass is ultra fast, precise while still retaining a fun element. Treble is crisp and precise without being harsh.
The EDP is the most isolating IMR product to date and as such makes them great for everything from commuting to stage work.
Featuring detachable cables and a new filter system to tune to your taste. “
The specifications for the EDP are listed as the following:
- Planar hybrid driver configuration consisting of a precision 10mm planar magnetic driver and a 9mm titanium dynamic driver
- 6 acoustic tuning nozzles
- 2 Pin detachable cable (3.5mm and 2.5mm balanced or optional 4.4mm balanced)
- Impedance: 32 Ohm
- Sensitivity: 102 +/- 3DB
- Frequency response: 10-40000Hz
- 24ct Gold plated 3.5mm Jack
- 1.4M length OFC cable
- Semi hard carry Case
- 6.5mm Adapter
- Soft pocket case
- Huge selection of ear tips for the perfect fit
Price & Availability
The EDP is currently available for pre-order on this IMR product page at a price of £ 159 (± $ 205) and can be purchased with a balanced connector included for either a 2.5mm or 4.4mm jack.
IMR has stated that the EDP is to be a limited edition model as only 500 units will be produced. The estimated shipping date is around April / May 2020 and orders can be placed up to the 31st of March 2020.
