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Hi-Res In-Ear Headphones w/ Quad Balanced Armature Drivers

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• Knowles Balanced Armature Drivers (4 per each ear)
• Acoustically calculated and vibration free Lexan earpiece
• NuForce Linear-Phase crossover
• Two replaceable cables
• Comply™ Soft Foam Ear Tips
• Cables are 20% silver-plated OFC copper conductors
• Impedance: 32 Ohms

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Product Highlights


• Knowles Balanced Armature Drivers (4 per each ear)
• Acoustically calculated and vibration free Lexan earpiece
• NuForce Linear-Phase crossover
• Two replaceable cables
• Comply™ Soft Foam Ear Tips
• Cables are 20% silver-plated OFC copper conductors
• Impedance: 32 Ohms

Description


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NuForce HEM8 Reference Class In-Ear Headphones

The NuForce HEM8 In-Ear Headphones w/ Quad Balanced Armature Drivers Offer an Incredible Listening Experience

The Hi-Res Audio certified NuForce HEM earphones are an innovative audio series with cutting-edge designs. The four models are all engineered based on the latest Balanced Armature Driver technology and on the attention to the finest details. These luxury high-quality earphones are perfect for those who demand balanced sound with crystal clear highs and explosive bass.

THE GOODS: What Sets the HEM Series Apart?

NuForce’s HEM Series feature the well-known Knowles™ Balanced Armature drivers. Balanced armature drivers are one of the most electrically efficient ways to create extremely accurate sound. This combined with NuForce’s Linear-Phase crossover, acoustically calculated and vibration free Lexan™ earpiece makes for a seamless driver integration. They also feature two replaceable cables: one with microphone, and one high-end cable made from silver and OFC copper. The HEM series are certified Hi-Res audio headphones by the CEA (Consumer Electronics Association) and Japan Audio Society to recreate true-to-life audio reproduction.

The NuForce HEM6 In-Ear Headphones w/ Triple Balanced Armature Drivers Offer an Incredible Listening Experience

The HEM Series also comes in different driver configurations to suit multiple audio needs and budgets. There's the HEM8 w/ eight drivers total, HEM6 w/ six drivers total, HEM4 w/ four drivers total, and the HEM2 w/ two drivers total. The higher number of drivers, the more accurate and full sounding the headphones will be, and all versions are Hi-Res certified.



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General Features:

  • NuForce HEM8 In-Ear Headphones w/ Quad Balanced Armature Drivers
  • Knowles Balanced Armature Drivers (4 per each ear) for an immersive performance
  • Acoustically calculated and vibration free Lexan earpiece
  • NuForce Linear-Phase crossover for seamless driver integration
  • Two replaceable cables: one with microphone, and one high-end cable made from silver and OFC copper
  • Comply™ soft foam ear tips for enhanced isolation and sound quality
  • Cable is constructed from 20% silver-plated OFC copper conductors
  • Three-way phase-coherent crossover design that achieves linear phase performance
  • Also Available in:
  • Authorized Internet Dealer
  • 1-year Manufacturer's Warranty

Product Specifications:

  • Maximum input power: 2mW
  • Impedance: 32 Ohms
  • Maximum input sound level: 122dB
  • Frequency response: 10 - 40,000 Hz
  • Sensitivity: 124dB +/-3dB
  • Ear coupling: In-ear
  • Jack plug: 3.5mm (4 pole-stereo)
  • Cable length: 4 ft (1.38 meeters)
  • Number of driver(s): 8 total
  • Weight w/ cable: 0.7oz

What's in the Box?

The NuForce HEM8 In-Ear Headphones w/ eight Balanced Armature Drivers Offer an Incredible Listening Experience
  • Silicone tips: Six pairs in different sizes, two colors
  • High End OFC earphone cable
  • Comply tips: T-100 two pairs in (L/M)
  • Water - and air tight polycarbonate carrying box for the earphones
  • Carrying pouch
  • 3.5mm to 6.3mm connector
  • Cleaning tool
  • Safety guide
  • Earphone cable with microphone

Specifications & Details


Headphone Design
Headphone Type
In-Ear
Headband Type
Earbuds
Specifically For
Home/Portable
Headphone Application
Home Hi-Fi
Home/Office
On-the-Go
Traveler/Airplane
Acoustic Principle
Closed
General Features
Noise-Canceling
No
Built-In Microphone
Yes
Smartphone/Tablet App Available
Google Play (Android)
Equalizer/Tunable
No
Headphone Connection
Corded
Volume Adjustment
No
Jack Size
3.5mm
Jack Angle
Angled Jack
Detachable Cable
Yes
Color Shades
Black
Material
Plastic
Ear Cushion/Earbud Material
Memory Foam
Silicone
Replaceable Ear Cushions
Yes
Protective Case
Hardshell Case
Weight (oz.)
0.58 oz.
Water Resistant
No
Child Safe
No
Foldable
No
Ear Hooks
Yes
Audio Features
Driver Type
Balanced Armature
Impedance
32 ohms
Sensitivity
122 dB
Frequency Response
10 - 40,000 Hz
Audiophile
Yes
Built-in Amplifier
No
Amplifier Recommended
No
Pass Throughs
No
What is in the box?
Paperwork
User manual
Warranty/Registration card
Main Product
NuForce HEM8
Warranty and Return Policy
Parts Warranty Duration
1 year
Labor Warranty Duration
1 year
Warranty Provider
Manufacturer

Item Details


Manufacturer:

Model Number:

HEM8

Weight:

2.00lbs

Internal SKU:

hem8

Internal Product ID:

109397

Product and How-to Videos


  • NuForce HEM8 Balanced Armature In-Ear Monitors | CES 2016

Customer Ratings & Reviews



5 star
17%
4 star
83%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%



Durability
5
Value
4.2
Features
4.9
Design
5
Usability
5

Customer Reviews

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Love'em

Got these for my husband and he says he loves them. I was looking at some Shure headphones when I saw these. Glad I decided to get these.

By Sophia on May 23, 2016 Checkmark Icon Verified purchase

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Satisfied

Love the headphones!! A little pricey but they're worth it.

By Edward on May 5, 2016

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HEM8 & UDAC5

Nuforce HEM8

Look: Very aesthetic. Straight from the box you can tell Nuforce took its time in designing and ensuring 1st customer experience is a positive one. Can't go wrong with black, as it goes with everything. In regards to the cables, I can see an average listener preferring the smooth one, but both braided and smooth cables are nice to use. Just wish the braided one had sound control capabilities (e.g. Play/Pause, Answer/Disconnect calls, etc.) but something really minor there. Don't know if they have these headphones in different colors, but I think that would definitely give the consumer an appealing option of customizing on an investment (you have to remember these go at about $500 retail). Other musicians have complemented me on the look of these


Fit: fit is awesome, definitely like the assorted choice of different bud material and sizes, after altering with a few combos, definitely found the right one for me. Cable hangs well both from the back and the front, depending on user preference, only thing with my experience is that the left ear cable, the part that goes around your ear, has a hard time staying in place. Right side is no problem. Only way I've gotten around this is by adjusting the clear plastic thing holds both sides of the cable when it splits for each ear, all the way up. Maybe it's my ears? Just something minor as well.


Sound: Considering they are balanced driver in-ears, they are not as "bassy" as dynamic driver in-ears. Don't get me wrong, the bass sounds beautiful. But it is not empowering, as perhaps some users may like. I am one of those that likes the bass empowering, but I admit that a balanced sound sounds so crisp and beautiful with these. After a few months with these, I can tell the difference in quality compared to your average headphones. You can clearly hear all the small details artists intentionally record that sometimes get lost with less-quality sounding headphones. I’ve even heard when artists inadvertently take a deep breathe or lick their lips (Yes, that clear lol). Fellow musicians have stated they can instantly perceive the difference in quality compared to their in-ears. I’ve enjoyed using these in-ears for both leisure and when performing, and you really can’t complain. If you’re in the market for balanced driver in-ears, these are definitely worth considering.

Nuforce uDAC5

Look: Slick, also aesthetic and not as bulky as other DACs. Also, it’s not that heavy, convenient for when you carry your laptop around and need to carry this as well.

Sound: The amplifier really does make a difference. I had gotten so used to the computer sound which is not bad, but clearly lacks on the lows and some mids. The bass is clearly brought forward, as w/o a DAC, sound tends to get muddy or lost in the background. My only complaint, and not directly against the amplifier, is that computers are not built with exceptional sound and having to resort to an external DAC to help you out. Sometimes it does get annoying having the DAC connected as it may get in the way when connecting flash drives, which I use often. And although small, it does take up some space on my table, which is critical, considering my table has a small area for the computer. I guess I like my sound so much I’m willing to deal with these inconveniences.

I used this setup with Hip-Hop, Pop Rock, Dubstep, Bossa Nova, Classical, Flamenco, Merengue, and Jazz. I like how different and clear the bass sounds with Bossa Nova; before the bass was perceived but the notes were not really distinct.The lows are super clear, whereas with no amplifier and cheaper headphones, they sometimes get lost. I like how the sound is kept in sync when e.g. an artist does a falsetto or a guitar does a riff on the high end of the neck. The sound is not flimsy or too high-pitched unlike when other headphones are being used. Don’t get me started when the bass plays a solo. Notes played on the low end of the neck don’t get lost; they sound explicitly clear

Conclusion
After using these for some time now, it would be hard to go back to cheaper setup. I would hate not to have these headphones and amplifier in my life anymore, that’s how important they’ve become in my daily usage, whether commuting, at work, or when performing.

I won these in a contest. I wrote this review without being asked or enticed to do so.

By Gershan on August 18, 2016

Great Sound

These headphones have great accuracy around vocals and instruments. It is a little weak on the bass but I can see how for some it would not matter.

They fit comfortably within my ear and did not have any irritation after wearing them for long periods of time.

They come with two cords which gives you an option based on which one you like. I like the more abrasive one that seems less likely to tangle.

I used the headphones with and wihtout an amp. I would suggest an amp for these as it I could adjust the different levels to my liking.

These also sounded great when used with my phone. The voices were real clear and they could hear me perfectly.

By Earbud Lover on August 2, 2016

Incredible build with sound to match

To me the comfort and fit of the HEM8 is stellar. They are not cumbersome or clunky as some of the more well known iems discussed in the audiophile world. I can wear these for hours with no discomfort. I think the quality is top notch and as the manufacturer recently and so excellently stated "For us our products are always a sort of a marriage between minimalistic industrial design and advanced engineering", it really shows on the HEM8.

Originally I thought they were dark and unclear. The one thing I have to say is the more time they spend in my ears with the more I can enjoy the clarity and precision. They seem to really open up over time and the darker/unclear aspect is no longer noticed. To me they are refined and on the exquisite side. Paired with my QP1R they are astonishing. With my AR-M2 they are bright yet strong and warm.

As with many things, usage over time really is the true measuring stick of how well performance can be proven and the amount of time I've spent with the HEM8s they have opened my ears and eyes to how wonderful they are!

By RebelRanger on May 12, 2016 Checkmark Icon Verified purchase

Surprisingly fun

I am no headphone expert but I have heard a few other really nice in-ear headphones that my audiophile buddies have. I listen to decent range of music but mostly electronic music like house/trap and I listen to a lot of heavy metal. The HEM8 have great non boomy bass and the treble is not harsh on my ears. I can listen to these for hours without ear fatigue from the sound and they are comfortable too. They are definitley more durable than some other earbuds i've tried and I like the flat back look. The case they come with is nice too. Never thought I would spend this much on headphones but it was a worthwhile investment.

By Philip on April 26, 2016

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