ZiiGaat x Fresh Reviews Arete 1DD + 4BA In-Ear Monitors
5 Driver Hybrid IEM
The Arete features a 1DD+4BA Hybrid Configuration, designed to deliver a balanced and natural sound signature with powerful bass, detailed mids, and precise treble. Engineered for audio enthusiasts and professionals alike, it provides top-tier performance across a range of music genres and applications.
5 Driver Hybrid Configuration
Like its name implies, the Arete utilizes every driver to its full potential in this 1DD+4BA configuration. Classic American Knowles drivers were selected for the midrange and treble, owing to their tried and true performance, while a new biocellulose diaphragm dynamic driver was chosen to deliver a powerful bass.
Biocellulose Diaphragm Driver
A robust 10mm biocellulose diaphragm dynamic driver powers the sub-bass and bass response. Using stronger neodymium magnets, the bass response is extremely responsive and tight, while the biocellulose membrane allows better texturing in the low-end. Compared to typical balanced armtuare woofers, this larger 10mm dynamic driver allows significantly better bass performance.
American Knowles Balanced Armature Drivers
Two Knowles 29689 balanced armature drivers, famed for its persistent best-in-class midrange performance, deliver natural and accurate mids and mid-trebles. Particularly, vocals and string instruments excel thanks to the precisely tuned 29689 drivers. Finally, the Knowles 31736 twin-balanced armature drivers was selected to deliver pristine upper treble response. These drivers are some of the best known and beloved drivers in the IEM industry, and we have brought them back to introduce a fresh sound, thanks to our latest tuning innovations.
Balanced Monitor Tuning
Tuning was the most essential aspect in developing the Arete. The tuning had to be natural, like professional studio monitors, while still delivering punchy bass and an enjoyable listening session. The midrange is almost flat and natural from 300Hz to 1kHz, which allows instruments and vocals to sound exactly like they were recorded, without any coloration. Additionally, this neutral midrange allows excellent layering and imaging of instruments, allowing listeners to discern each instrument line within the mix.
Concentrated Bass Impact
To deliver a subwoofer-like bass signature, the bass has been tuned with a 9dB shelf that precisely cuts off at 300Hz. The bass hit is strong and deep, yet clean so that it does not add any muddiness to the sound. The tuning of the lower frequencies allows music enjoyers to fully appreciate all of the bass in the music, while retaining a clean and natural overall tone.
Inside the Box
1 x ZiiGaat x Fresh Reviews Arete
User Manual
Driver
1DD + 4 Knowles BA
Sensitivity
108dB @ 1kHz
Impedance
9Ω @ 1kHz
Resistance
22Ω
Connectors
0.78mm 2-pin
Cable Jack
3.5mm Single-ended
