iFi Audio iEMatch+

The iEMatch® solves the bane of headphone listening by removing hiss and improving dynamics. As most IEMs and headphones are too loud at even half the volume level, listening enjoyment is always curtailed. No more with the iEMatch® in the signal path.

Use the iEMatch® when the headphones/in-ear monitor (IEM) is either too loud and/or there is excessive hiss from the music source. From Smartphones to airplane in-flight entertainment systems, powerful headphone amplifiers, the iEMatch® improves musical enjoyment by:

1. Background noise – significantly reduced
2. Dynamic range – more open, transparent
3. Volume control – increased usable range

The solution? Add the iEMatch® in-between the headphone and the amplifier. Set to high or ultra-sensitivity, sit back and enjoy the music.

High or Ultra Sensitivity

When listening to music, ‘better dynamics’ is preferable. Or more precisely, a wider ‘Dynamic Range*’ to allow the full openness of a recording; from the upper treble of a cymbal to the deepest bass rumble of a kettle drum to shine through.

* Defined as the difference between the maximum usable sound level and background noise level. Usually, a higher ‘dynamic range is better’ as there is more music to enjoy and less noise to annoy.

Having very sensitive (very loud) headphones means both the self-noise of the source AND the sound level is boosted. This is far from desirable. And to add insult to injury, the sound volume must be reduced to get comfortable listening levels. What is left is more noise and less dynamic range!

Dedicated sound.

No matter what 3.5mm headphones you own, connect the iEMatch between your headphones and audio device and prepare for an evolution in sound. It:

• Cuts out background noise
• Reduces hiss

And with High and Ultra sensitivity settings, the sound is boosted, so you hear everything – from the high-pitched note of the E-string to the low rumble of the bass drum.

Sit back and enjoy the music like never before.

All around the world.

The iEMatch is adaptable to any device, including:

• Smartphones
• Portable audio devices
• Computers
• In-flight systems

And with memory-foam contoured earplugs, aeroplane adapter and travel pouch, you can navigate the globe with crisp, clean, uninterrupted audio.

Home or abroad, if you love music, you’ll never leave home without it.

The tech spec.

The iEMatch is the big brother of the Ear Buddy with:

• Gold-plated TRRS-Balanced connectors
• 6N Silver/Copper Matrix Wiring

Allowing for better quality signal transfer and dynamic range of sound, so you feel you’re on stage with your favourite bands.

And with the iEMatch’s sleek, alloy casing, it looks the part as well.

The perfect match for all IEMs using a 3.5mm headphone jack.

Use when the headphones/in-ear monitors (IEMs) are either too loud and/or there is excessive hiss from the music source.

It reduces background noise, provides a more open and transparent dynamic range and increases the usable volume range.

Get back the lost 2 Bits!

Choose ultra or high sensitivity to fine tune your listening and get back lost resolution. Normally, you lose at least 2 Bits of resolution when listening as you can't listen at full volume.

Using the iEMatch enables you to turn up the digital volume and get those 2 Bits back.

Balanced or Single-Ended? iEMatch automatically converts to give you the best listening experience using the 3.5 TRRS-Balanced headphone jack.

Headphones may be fitted with a TRRS jack and a switch to alternate between unbalanced mode (even with microphone) for direct connection to a smartphone and to balanced mode for use with suitably-equipped DAP/DAC/headphone amplifiers.

The ‘S-Balanced®’ TRRS system by iFi provides a way to select the TRRS plug to offer either a balanced connection or a single-ended one.

It uses premium components from 6063-TS aluminium – magnesium alloy through to the signal transfer cable which is a 6N silver copper matrix.

The whole is even better than the sum of the parts – it just makes for the most transparent, enjoyment of music.

Travel the world.

Includes a velvet pouch, gold-plated airplane adapter and memory foam contoured ear plugs.

Specifications:

• Ultra (-24dB)& High-Gain(-12dB) sensitivity adjustment
• TRRS-Balanced® for Single-Ended and Balanced operation
• 6N silver/copper matrix wiring with FINAL 6063-T5 aluminium-magnesium alloy shell
• Gold-plated printed circuit board with audiophile components (eg MELF resistors)
• Gold-plated 3.5mm male/female connectors
• Input Impedance: > 16 Ohm
• Output Impedance: < 2.5 Ohms (High-Sensitivity) < 1 Ohms (Ultra-Sensitivity)
• Compatible Headphone impedance: 16 Ohm to 600 Ohm rated impedance
• 12.5 Ohm minimum impedance
• Weight: 12.2g
• Total Length : 116mm