XMEMS introduces the second generation of high sensitivity solid-state MEMS speaker

     XMEMS Labs launched the Montara Plus, which is its second generation of high-resolution full-frequency (20Hz to 40KHz) monolithic MEMS micro-speaker. The Montara Plus is only 64mm3 and can provide 120dB sound pressure level at 1kHz. The Montara Plus is the ideal full-bandwidth speaker for the enthusiast class high-resolution IEM (In-Ear Monitor), which opens up a new way for the smaller, lighter and simpler IEM design, without the phase alignment and design complexity of IEM implementation in the multi-speaker setting. The engineering samples of side sound and upper sound will be provided in March 2023 and will be mass produced in the third quarter of 2023.

     Montara Plus benefits from the inherent advantages of xMEMS solid-state miniature speaker technology, namely lightning-fast transient response, near zero phase shift and +/-1° interpart phase consistency, paving the way for the most natural IEM and the most accurate time domain music reproduction. For manufacturers, solid-state semiconductor processes produce highly uniform and reliable drives without the need for matching and calibration.

     XMEMS offers the Montara Plus evaluation kit for IEM and DAC/amp manufacturers, as well as audiophiles who are excited about this new solid-state transducer technology and want to experience it. The evaluation kit includes 3D-printed Montara Plus earplugs and a DC biased power supply to drive Montara Plus IEM from a list of pre-qualified standard headphone amplifiers, such as HIFIMAN, S.M.S.L. Topping and other companies.

     Mike Housholder, Vice President of Marketing and Business Development at xMEMS, said, "The HiFi audio audiophile community has responded enthusiastically to xMEMS 'Montara series of solid-state miniature speakers. Audiophiles will soon appreciate the fast transient response, phase consistency, broadband width, reduced decomposition and accurate reproduction of a single small speaker. We are excited to have iFi and Singularity as launch partners to accelerate the era of solid state IEM for HiFi consumers and bring us closer to the IEM endgame."

     "The decision to design IEM around xMEMS technology was evident from the very first moment we listened to the demo unit," said Nicholas Palomarez, CEO of Singularity Audio. We were pleasantly surprised by the speed and resolution offered by their tiny speakers, and excited by the application support and guidance they provided. Our upcoming Oni IEM embodies sound and design purity and features dual xMEMS drivers encased in a titanium metal case. Oni IEM was unveiled at CES and will be available for pre-order early in the first quarter of 2023."

     "iFi Audio is excited to partner with xMEMS as the official DAC/ headphone amplifier technology Partner," said Victoria Pickles, Head of Partnerships at iFi Audio. xMEMS 'breakthrough miniature speakers have great potential to push the boundaries of IEM and headphone performance. Our portable audio technology is uniquely positioned to ensure that this potential is fully realized. With the specially optimized iFi DAC/ headphone amplifier set to launch in 2023, this could be the year of xCITING!"