"We feel so strongly that our line of IEMs represents significant value for the consumer," says Dan Wiggins, co-founder of Periodic Audio. "We’ve spent years researching materials, acoustic geometries, mechanical architectures, and the relationships between them culminating to the new generation of products. After working hard to refine our manufacturing and material processes, our next logical step to reach a wider audience to eliminate additional operational overhead costs resulting in a direct sale model for North America."
The V3 IEMs retain Periodic Audio’s unique 10mm dynamic driver designs available in a choice of diaphragm materials, all developed in-house. Their ultra-wideband, high-efficiency, low-distortion, dynamic speaker elements are designed to perform with maximum reliability. Every choice of diaphragm is complemented with carefully selected bonded surrounds and magnets, enclosed in stainless steel frames and protective grilles.
The material of an In-Ear Monitor’s body plays a critical role in its sound quality, comfort, and reliability. Periodic Audio partnered with Eastman Chemical in what became a three-year project researching the optimal material for an In-Ear Monitor. The Periodic team found that Tritan — a new-generation copolyester used in many medical devices — provided the best measurable and audible improvements in sound, in terms of transient distortion and harmonic distortion, of any material the Periodic team has measured.
The failure point in wired headphones is almost always the wires themselves, and Periodic Audio team channeled lessons from the past to improve the future. Tip-ring-sleeve (TRS) and tip-sleeve (TS) connectors, invented in the 1800s, are still widely used today for their exceptional reliability. However, because no such connector is small enough to fit inside an In-Ear monitor, Periodic has designed the IDEEL connector. Measuring just 3.6mm wide, with a mounting depth of 9.5mm, the IDEEL connector fits a standard 2.5mm TS plug. Nearly indestructible, the IDEEL is strong enough to endure the rigors of daily attachment and detachment of cables. And if something does go wrong, users can simply replace the cables.
Periodic Audio also designs its own eartips, made from medical-grade materials. The eartips provided with each of Periodic’s IEM models are scientifically proven to fit more than 95% of human ear canals. Additional accessories include gold-plated 1/4" and airplane adapters, a 1.2-meter-long cable with single 3.5mm TRS to dual 2.5mm TS jack, and metal shells, all housed in a protective carry case.
As an example of the price reductions, Periodic is now offering its latest Magnesium Mgv3 IEMS for $99 (was $199), the Titanium Tiv3 for $129 (was $299), the Beryllium Bev3 at $249 (was $399), and the flagship Carbon Diamond layer Cv3 available for $299 (was $499).
All Periodic Audio in-ear monitors are designed, engineered, and tooled in-house and Made in USA and carry a five-year warranty against manufacturing defects.
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