Acclaimed Ultimate Ears technology.

Employing the same stage-proven Ultimate Ears technology relied on by major touring acts, the IE-30 professional reference earphones provide rich, high-definition monitoring for mobile recording/production and live performance—not to mention critical listening of all types of music on the go. Dual precision-balanced armature drivers with integral crossover deliver more clarity, greater headroom and much wider frequency response than more expensive products from other manufacturers. 26dB of isolation further contributes to extraordinary detail and incredible tonal balance. Professional ear loops secure the earphones in place while minimizing snags, while the included universal fit kit ensures optimal comfort and isolation. The detachable 46" cable is even replaceable to extend the life of your investment.

Proven Ultimate Ears Technology
M-Audio professional reference earphones incorporate acclaimed Ultimate Ears technology—the same industry standard that has revolutionized live performance monitoring. Many of today's best-known touring artists and the sound engineers that make their concerts sound great trust Ultimate Ears for the utmost in comfort, accuracy and reliability.

Monitor Anywhere
M-Audio is synonymous with the mobile recording and production revolution. Now M-Audio IE professional reference earphones with Ultimate Ears technology give you high-definition monitoring on the go without lugging bulky, delicate headphones. They're perfect companions for any mobile studio—like a Pro Tools M-Powered laptop with Transit or other M-Audio interface. They're also ideal for field recording with compact units like the popular M-Audio MicroTrack 24/96. On stage, you can say goodbye to cumbersome monitors and feedback. And you can even use them to pimp your personal MP3 player for critical listening on the go.

Dual Precision-Balanced Armature Drivers with Crossover Network
The rich, full-spectrum sound of the IE-30 reference earphones owes much to the use of two separate high-definition, precision-balanced armature drivers for high/mid and bass frequencies. Armature drivers—the same technology used in premium custom earphones—delivers high efficiency, extended high frequencies and superb natural bass and are significantly smaller and more accurate than comparable dynamic drivers. The IE-30 audio crossover network routes each frequency of your music to the driver that can best reproduce it—exactly the same principle as used in the finest studio and audiophile monitor design. Patented dual-bore technology rounds out the equation by providing separate acoustic canals for each driver's output to deliver a wider sound stage and much fuller sound.

Superior Frequency Response
Without good frequency response, you're missing most of your music. The IE-30 XB delivers an amazing 20Hz-16kHz frequency response, twice that of the closest competitor—and the IE models cost several hundred dollars less.

Universal Fit Kit for Superior Isolation and Comfort
Superior sound isolation (16dB) minimizes outside sound to deliver a purer listening experience—eliminating the need for a bulky pair of noise-canceling headphones. This also helps protect your ears because you don't have to crank up the volume to hear the detail in your music. All IE models include a universal fit kit to ensure optimal isolation and comfort for hours of high-quality listening pleasure. It includes an assortment of ear tips in different sizes and materials for a personalized fit for your ears.

Professional Ear Loops
The hanging cables in traditional designs can catch on nearby objects and cause the earpieces to loosen or pop out altogether. All IE models feature professional style loops that hook over and behind the ear to minimize that problem. And if your 46" detachable cable ever does become damaged, simply replace it instead of your earphones.

Included Attenuator/Limiter
The IE-30 earphones include an attenuator/limiter that conditions the high sound output of in-flight movie and music channels down to a comfortable listening level. The limiting function even spares your ears during loud in-flight announcements.

M-Audio IE-30 Professional Reference Earphones Features:

• Stage-proven Ultimate Ears technology trusted by top touring acts
• Dual-armature driver design for separate high- and low-frequency reproduction
• Dual-driver crossover
• Audio wave shaping
• 26dB of isolation from outside noise
• Patented dual-bore design delivers highs and lows via separate canals for maximum sound field
• Pro style ear loops for a secure fit
• Universal fit kit with silicone and foam tips for custom fit and maximum isolation
• Detachable/replaceable 46" cable
• Gold-plated 1/8" input connector with 1/4" adapter
• Custom metal carrying case and soft travel case
• Airplane attenuator/limiter for overload protection

Order today and hear more of the music.

M-Audio IE-30 Professional Reference Earphones Specifications:

• Isolation: 26db
• Frequency response: 20Hz-16khz
• Input sensitivity: 119db/mw
• Input impedance: 21 Ohms (at 1khz)
• Cable length: 46"
• Weight: 0.6 oz. W/ cable

M-Audio IE-30 Professional Reference Earphones

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Almost Perfect

Posted by Anonymous Musician from USA on Jul 29, 2009

Experience w/product: I own it

Reviewer's Background: DJ/Producer/Remixer

Reviewer's Play Style: Electronic Dance Music

I'm a DJ/Producer/Remixer who still uses my Sony Mdr-700's for DJing, but wanted to find good quality earbuds for everyday listening on the iPod etc. After blowing out the Shure's i bought for around $100 I bought these after much research on ultimate ear technology. Plus side: Awesome sound, very even and uncolored, i actually hear more dynamics with theses then i can pick up with my Krk's. For the sound alone they are worth the investment. Minus side: the supplied tips are crap. Here is a tip to everyone, when i had purchased my Shure's i also purchased an extra bag of orange foam tips, that just so happen to fit on the end of the IE-30's, they are much better quality tips then the supplied grey foam tips, and the supplied plastic tips are absoultely junk, and will dislodge from your ear cannal with minimal persperation. All in all i love them, just make sure to get proper tips!

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Good sound - poor fit

Posted by Anonymous Musician from Minnesota on Jul 7, 2009

Experience w/product: I own it

Reviewer's Background: Active Musician

Reviewer's Play Style: N/A

I purchased these after my previous earphones were failing, and after hearing a buddies set. They sound great with excellent bass response - but only if they seal in the ear well. I can't recommend them: despite a couple hours of experiments with different insertions, and ear molds, they would not stay sealed in my ears for more than 30 seconds, even without any head movement.

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The best I have used in this price range

Posted by Convivial1 from Midwest on Aug 17, 2008

Experience w/product: I own it

Reviewer's Background: Active Musician

Reviewer's Play Style: Alternative/Indie Rock

I have used a lot of different monitors from Shure, Sennheiser, AKG, Future Sonics, etc. These are easily my favorite. I found them to be very robust even after torturing them extensively. They fit great, but you HAVE to follow the instructions for inserting them. My bass player had a pair and he could never figure it out (insert bass player joke here). For in-ear applications, these things sound terrific.

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Awesome sounding earphones

Posted by Speed from CA on Jun 30, 2008

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Reviewer's Background: Hobbyist

Reviewer's Play Style: pop

These little earphones sound even better than my Senheiser HD280PRO. The bass don't sound as boomy as my HD280PRO and yet still solid and clear. It also provides an excellent frequency response throughout the whole spectrum. Thank you M-audio. Now I don't have to look weird with those closed HD280PRO earphones. And plus I never have a fitting problem. The logos are supposed to be facing front while the cables gently wrapped around the upper ear. Fits me perfectly just with the medium sized plugs. The only thing I couldn't find was the L-Left and R-Right symbols on the earphones.

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Awesome for the $

Posted by StudioMan from Ohio on Jun 15, 2008

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Reviewer's Background: Pro

Reviewer's Play Style: Indie Rock

Well, I'm sold, in ear monitoring is the ONLY way to go. These buds seem sturdy so far (only used then over 2 weeks & one gig so far), but the sound quality is what amazed me! I play bass, the dual drivers really do make a difference! I just ordered a set of the IE10's as a back up.. I'll NEVER go back to floor wedges again!

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