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Astell&Kern Announces Clarus In-Ear Headphones with 9 Drivers: Details, Price and Release Date Revealed
Detailed specifications for the Astell&Kern Clarus in-ear headphones, which were announced at the Vienna High-End Show last June, have been released. The high-performance tribrid structure with 9 transducers, a complex 6-way crossover, a premium cable, and a high-end price point.
At the 2026 Vienna High-End Show held in early June, Korean manufacturer Astell&Kern unveiled its new flagship player SP4000T. The brand also introduced Clarus, its fourth in-ear monitor (IEM) following the Zero1, Zero2, and Luna models, attracting significant attention. Astell&Kern has now released the full specifications for this ultra-premium model.
Astell&Kern Clarus Details: Tribrid Structure and 9 Drivers
Developed and tuned based on the brand's reference system, alongside the flagship player SP4000T, the Clarus features a highly complex tribrid structure at its core. The acoustic system is divided into three independent sections controlled by a proprietary 6-way crossover network, allowing all nine drivers to work together in perfect time alignment.
Specifically, the low frequencies are handled by one 9mm proprietary dynamic driver and two Sony balanced armature (BA) drivers housed within a pressurized chamber. The midrange is controlled by an array of three Sony BA drivers. Finally, the high frequencies are reproduced through a combination of the latest generation silicon MEMS tweeter and two Sony BA drivers for high-frequency detail and spaciousness.
Astell&Kern Clarus: Aerospace-Grade Design and Effect Audio Cable
To achieve this level of performance, the Clarus earphones feature housings machined from 6061-T6 aerospace-grade aluminum with an anodized silver finish. The multi-faceted front panel creates different reflections on each face while maintaining a unified form, visually representing the earphone's product concept. The overall structure provides natural wearing comfort and complete control over resonance.
The accessory configuration also includes a custom-made Effect Audio Ares S Light cable (24 AWG 4-core, UP-OCC single-crystal high-purity copper Litz conductor, 0.78mm 2-pin connector) by Astell&Kern. In addition, the Clarus comes standard with Azura Sednafit SE2000 ear tips made of medical-grade silicone (6 sizes available from SS to L), providing excellent noise isolation.
Release is scheduled for the end of August.
The suggested retail price is $2,900.
Astell&Kern Clarus Key Specifications Summary:
• Type: In-ear earphones (IEM)
• Drivers: 9 transducers per unit (tribrid configuration) - 1 x 9mm dynamic driver + 7 x Sony Balanced Armature + 1 x silicone MEMS tweeter
• Sensitivity: 98dB SPL at 1kHz (maximum sound pressure level: 95dB)
• Certification: Hi-Res Audio
• Other: Proprietary 6-way crossover, CNC machined 6061-T6 aerospace aluminum housing, custom Effect Audio Ares S Light cable (UP-OCC high-purity copper, 0.78mm 2-pin), Azura Sednafit SE2000 ear tips (medical-grade silicone, 6 sizes)
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