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Three paths
to excellence
ANIMA V2
Technical details
Driver Configuration
11 drivers hybrid
Signature Technology
BADD™ & HornCraft™
Sound Character
Detailed, bright
Best For
Treble-head enthusiasts
PNEUMA V2
Technical details
AETHER R
Technical details
Creating custom in-ear monitors might seem complex, but we've simplifiedThese models are significant chapters in our story - each representing key developments that shaped what Lime Ears is today.
The Heritage Series serves as a bridge connecting our origins as custom IEM creators with our current Power Trio lineup. They embody technical and stylistic foundations that informed our flagship series while offering unique sound signatures that some listeners might find particularly appealing.
While our primary focus has shifted to the Power Trio, these Heritage models remain available for enthusiasts seeking distinctive listening experiences with their own character. Each represents a meaningful part of our development - technical milestones that helped us refine our approach to acoustic design. the process into three straightforward steps:
ANIMA V2
PNEUMA V2
AETHER R
three distinct paths in our journey that established the foundation for everything that followed.
ANIMA V2
Driver Configuration
11 drivers hybrid
Signature Technology
BADD™ & HornCraft™
Sound Character
Detailed, bright
Best For
Treble-head enthusiasts
PNEUMA V2
Driver Configuration
5 drivers hybrid
Signature Technology
SubWITCH™ & BAM™
Sound Character
Warm, versatile
Best For
Versatility seekers
AETHER R
Driver Configuration
6 drivers balanced armature
Signature Technology
Switchable sub woofer & TrueSub™
Sound Character
Balanced, technical
Best For
Old-school reference listeners
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ANIMA V2
A technical milestone
A significant refinement of our hybrid design approach
ANIMA V2 represents an important technical step in our journey, showcasing our first integration of 3D-printed elements with precision-machined stainless steel components using our 5-axis CNC process. Released in 2023, it was a serious refinement of the original ANIMA from 2020, featuring a significantly smaller shell while retaining the distinctive PISO opal faceplates.
At the heart of ANIMA V2 lies a sophisticated 11-driver hybrid configuration featuring a six-way crossover system:
One 7mm Titanium-Diaphragm Dynamic Driver for infra-sub frequencies
01
Two Sonion Balanced Armature drivers for sub woofer frequencies
02
Two Knowles Balanced Armature drivers for low frequencies
03
Two Knowles vented Balanced Armature drivers for midrange
04
Two Knowles Balanced Armature drivers for high frequencies
05
Dual New Generation Sonion Balanced Armature drivers for ultra-high frequencies
06
This advanced driver array delivers a unique sound signature with remarkable detail retrieval and a notably bright presentation that some enthusiasts find particularly engaging.
HornCraft™ Stainless Steel Nozzle Design
A unique combination of 3D-printed components and CNC-machined stainless steel elements. These meticulously crafted horn-shaped nozzles connect the drivers to your eardrums with precisely calculated geometry that manages acoustic impedance and suppresses unwanted resonances.
BADD™ Hybrid Low-End Technology
A specialized bass matrix where the dynamic driver provides weight, impact, and subsonic rumble, while the balanced armature sub woofers deliver attack, texture, and dynamic elasticity - creating a unique integration of these two different technologies.
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ANIMA V2 delivers an extremely detail-oriented sound signature with exceptional brightness and articulation in the upper frequencies. It offers textured lows, clear mids, and particularly emphasized highs that reveal nuances some listeners specifically seek out.
The name "Anima" refers to the soul or inner self - representing our aim to reveal every detail within your music, though with a notably bright tilt that appeals to treble enthusiasts looking for maximum detail retrieval.
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PNEUMA V2
The versatile hybrid
Evolution of our most popular custom monitor
PNEUMA V2 represents a direct extension of PNEUMA V1, which was our first hybrid model released in 2020 and the universal version of what became our most popular custom monitor. This model earned its following by combining powerful, analog-like bass with a detailed yet natural treble presentation.
PNEUMA V2 features a 5-driver hybrid configuration with a four-way crossover system:
One 7mm Titanium-Diaphragm Dynamic Driver for infra-sub frequencies
01
Two Knowles Balanced Armature drivers for low frequencies
02
One Knowles Balanced Armature driver for midrange
03
One Knowles Balanced Armature driver for high frequencies
04
This carefully orchestrated driver array, combined with our unique switchable technology, delivers two distinct sound signatures in a single monitor - offering notable versatility for different genres and listening preferences.
SubWITCH™ Switchable Sub woofer Technology
With a simple flick of the switch, alter the level of the lowest frequencies by approximately 4dB below 500Hz. This allows you to tailor bass response for different music genres, listening environments, or personal preferences - essentially giving you two IEMs in one.
BAM™ Energy Optimizer
Our Backfiring Acoustically-damped Membrane technology harnesses energy from the rear of the transducer membrane, incorporating open-cell memory foam to reduce acoustic resonances. Inspired by bass reflex studio monitors, this technology enhances stereo separation and expands the soundstage.
VariBore™ Acoustic Design
By crafting sound bores with varying diameters, we optimize the transmission of different frequencies with increased precision. This significantly reduces air friction and minimizes resonant influences in higher frequencies, resulting in improved extension and smoother highs.
HornCraft™ Stainless Steel Nozzle Design
Our precision-crafted horn-shaped nozzles improve acoustic impedance matching and suppress resonances that plague traditional tube designs, delivering cleaner frequency response and enhanced sonic clarity.
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PNEUMA V2 delivers exquisite source separation, natural width, and unparalleled depth. Its name, derived from the Greek word for "breath," perfectly captures its natural, elemental, and engaging sound character.
With the SubWITCH™ engaged, PNEUMA V2 becomes a musical powerhouse with a vibrant, breathtaking presentation. Switch it off, and it transforms into a more analytical monitor with a natural, relaxed signature - perfect for critical listening sessions. This duality makes PNEUMA V2 a versatile companion for diverse listening scenarios and musical preferences.
AETHER R
Our original reference
The model that first gained international attention
AETHER R represents an updated form factor of the AETHER R model from 2018, which itself was an update of our first internationally recognized model - the original AETHER from 2015. It embodies our early approach to creating monitors that balance technical performance with musical enjoyment.
AETHER R features a 6-driver balanced armature configuration with a four-way passive hybrid crossover:
Two Balanced Armature drivers for sub-bass frequencies
01
Two Knowles Balanced Armature drivers for low frequencies
02
One Knowles Balanced Armature driver for midrange
03
One Knowles Balanced Armature driver for high frequencies
04
This carefully tuned driver array delivers good source separation and soundstage depth, with a switchable sub woofer system that provides versatility for different listening scenarios and preferences.
VariBore™ Technology
Our variable-bore acoustic design optimizes the transmission of different frequencies through precision-calculated sound paths. This significantly reduces air friction and minimizes resonant influences in higher frequencies, resulting in improved extension and smoother highs.
TrueSub™ Technology
Working in conjunction with the switchable sub woofer function, our TrueSub™ technology ensures that bass remains accurate and well-controlled regardless of enhancement level. This allows for powerful low-frequency impact without compromising midrange clarity or overall balance.
Switchable Sub woofer System
With a simple flick of the switch, you can control the lowest bass region (below 100Hz), allowing you to tailor the sound to your environment, listening level, or personal preference.
AETHER R delivers on our design goal: creating the feeling of a big, three-way far-field monitor system with a regulated external sub woofer placed in a spacious, acoustically treated room. It reveals everything the sound engineer created in the recording, with a touch of audiophile quality that pleases listeners seeking real fidelity without excessive technical coloration.
In the "neutral" switch position, AETHER R maintains balanced tonality with a very slight emphasis on sub-bass and crisp highs. With the sub woofer switched up, it receives a powerful and accurate punch in the lowest frequencies while maintaining great clarity and dynamics in the mids and adding sparkle to the highs.
What truly sets AETHER R apart is its exceptional spatial presentation, offering extreme sound source separation, natural width, and incomparable depth.
Terra
/
1199
Power Trio Series
Incognita
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1699
Power Trio Series
Maris
/
2799
Power Trio Series
VariBore™ Design
First implemented in AETHER R and now featured across our entire range, this system of acoustic channels with varying diameters optimizes how different frequencies travel from drivers to your ears.
HornCraft™ Technology
Pioneered in ANIMA V2 and now refined in Maris, these precision-engineered acoustic waveguides draw inspiration from musical instruments to enhance the natural ropagation of sound.
Driver Integration Philosophy
Our approach to integrating multiple driver technologies, developed through the Heritage Series, reaches its ultimate expression in Maris's Quadbrid Architecture. These technologies represent our ongoing commitment to innovation - a technical legacy that continues to inform everything we create.
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The Heritage Series remains available in limited quantities for collectors and enthusiasts who appreciate these iconic designs. For those ready to experience the next evolution in Lime Ears sound, we invite you to discover our groundbreaking Power Trio series - Terra, Incognita, and Maris.
Whichever path you choose, you'll experience the culmination of our passion for perfect sound - handcrafted in our Warsaw atelier with uncompromising attention to detail.
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