[NAMM] Fender introduce In-Ear Monitor Series

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Fender has introduced the Fender In-Ear Monitor Series, with five models claiming to deliver an "immersive listening experience".

Fender’s new In-Ear Monitor Series is composed of a total 5 models. The four FXA models feature a 3D-printed DHT universal fit housing with noise isolation and feature detachable minijack cables.

The DXA1 model is the series’ entry level. Offering a low-profile slimline design (instead of the higher end models’ 3D-printed DHT housing), it is priced $99.99 and offers he following features:

Custom 8.5mm titanium micro drivers
Announced as fitting 95% of ears for comfortable wearing
14Hz-22kHz frequency response
116dB @1mW sensitivity aimed at delivering distortion-free audio
Includes carrying case, SureSeal tips, cleaning tool and cable

The blue FXA2 marks the entry in the FXA line. it is announced at $199.99 and has the following characteristics:

Custom 9.25mm precision rare-earth drivers with Groove-tuned port
3D-printed DHT shell announced as fitting 95% of ears for a custom-like experience
6Hz-23kHz frequency response
112dB @1mW sensitivity aimed at delivering distortion-free audio
Includes carrying case, SureSeal tips, cleaning tool and cable

For $299.99, the gray FXA5 offers the following:

Dual balanced Armature Array; Groove-tuned bass port
3D-printed DHT shell announced as fitting 95% of ears for a custom-like experience
19Hz-21kHz frequency response
120dB @1mW sensitivity aimed at delivering distortion-free audio
Includes carrying case, ¹/₈” to ¼” adapter, SureSeal™ tips, cleaning tool and cable

Again an extra $100 and you get to the red FXA6 at $399.99 with the following features:

Single HDBA tweeter; custom 9.25mm precision rare-earth driver; Groove-tuned bass port; zero-crossover design
3D-printed DHT shell announced as fitting 95% of ears for a custom-like experience
6Hz-22kHz frequency response
109dB @1mW sensitivity aimed at delivering distortion-free audio
Includes carrying case, ¹/₈” to ¼” adapter, SureSeal™ tips, cleaning tool and cable

Finally, the golden FXA-7 is the higher-end model in the series. For $499.99, it offers the following:

Dual HDBA tweeters; custom 9.25mm precision rare-earth driver; Groove-tuned bass port; zero-crossover design
3D-printed DHT shell announced as fitting 95% of ears for a custom-like experience
6Hz-24kHz frequency response
110dB @1mW sensitivity aimed at delivering distortion-free audio
Includes carrying case, ¹/₈ to ¼” adapter, acoustic filter earplugs, SureSeal™ tips, cleaning tool and cable

No release date was announced yet. More details to be found at Fender’s website.