JH Audio has announced the availability of the new Pearl tri amp micro speaker management system for in-ear monitors, which includes PC-based Pearl Control software and Pearl Loader program providing functions that allow users to control gain, phase, time and equalization of low, mid and high frequencies of IEMs.
The system is available exclusively with a pair of JH Audio’s new Ruby IEMs, which the company states that when used together make it possible to reproduce any frequency response or audio signature. In addition, the system utilizes an actively controlled passive crossover (ACPX) to attain stated latency between .60 and .80 milliseconds.
“Pearl processing provides unparalleled control to shape and optimize the audio and performance of any in-ear monitor solution,” says Jerry Harvey, owner of JH Audio. “The system’s low-latency benefits are the result of a passive crossover in the IEM, and active control over the low, mid and high speaker circuits, which each have their own amplifier and processing. We sweeten the passive crossover slopes with equalization, which does not increase latency.”
Pearl Control software is designed to allow users to shape the audio and program the pack with presets. In addition, they can set different levels for each ear, which is beneficial to those experiencing hearing loss. Additionally, the Pearl Loader function is used to instantly change the Pearl processor from one frequency response setting to another via a USB-C cable.
The Pearl system is also designed for studio applications and offers the stated ability to go from a flat reference response to Auratone-style response, phone/tablet response, NS10 style response and immersive audio response, as well as reference with various levels of bass response. The software includes multiple frequency response files that can be changed and saved as desired. With standards constantly evolving, JH Audio says it will continue to publish new files as necessary.
In addition to the software functions, the physical Pearl unit includes a 3.5 mm input jack, a USB-C input for programming and charging, and a 10-pin connector output cable for three-way stereo audio.
The JH Audio Ruby in-ear monitors that come with the system are available as either custom-fit or universal-fit earpieces. Both options offer unlimited frequency response curves and are equipped with quad low, mid and high drivers. Instead of the traditional tubes used for in-ear monitor phase correction, the Ruby IEMs correct the delay between the low, mid and high drivers using the Control software, resulting in a much smaller earpiece. The custom-fit solution includes several premium shell and faceplate options, for an additional fee.
The new Pearl system is immediately available for pre-order. Go here for more specifics.
