GEAR REVIEW
JH AUDIO JH / 13V2 CUSTOM IN-EAR MONITORS | Matt Kees earbuds sometimes have a tendency to wiggle out of your ear when you move your head or open your jaw . This can be problematic if you ’ re a singer !
Having used just about every option , I am here to tell you that you do indeed get what you pay for . There is something to be said for a custom IEM with multiple drivers and a custom fit to your ear . A custom fit IEM will simply sound and feel better . Most customs start at 2 or 3 drivers per side . Each driver will output certain frequencies , and built in crossovers send the audio to your ear canal through small ports in the ear mold . The frequency response , especially the low end , will remain consistent due to the sound isolation and tight fit provided by the molded earpiece . The molded earpiece also means you can keep the overall volume of your IEMs down , saving your hearing from irreparable damage .
If you are on a worship team performing several times a month , and you are still using an inexpensive pair of in-ears , you may consider upgrading . Your ears will thank you for it in the long run .
Continue reading for my review of JH Audio ’ s JH / 13V2 Custom IEMs .
KEY FEATURES
• Custom-made Propietary Balanced Armature Drivers ( 8 per side )
• Powered by Soundrive Technology : Dual Low , Dual Mid , Quad High
• Premium 7-Pin Litz Wire Connector with Built-in O-ring
• Variable Bass Attenuator ( 0 to + 15dB )
• Integrated 3-way Crossover
Jerry Harvey has been an innovator in the inear monitoring system since it began in the mid-90 ’ s . Jerry was the monitor engineer for Van Halen , and he was asked to develop technology that would work for drummer Alex Van Halen . He began using his experience in tuning sound systems in large arenas to develop and engineer the first 2-way , customfit earpiece just for Alex .
It didn ’ t take long for word to get out to other touring artists , so Jerry founded his own company , Ultimate Ears , and began designing and building in-ear montiors ( IEMs ) for musicians , crew members and audiophiles alike . Jerry ’ s innovations , designs and exceptional audio quality soon became the industry standard for IEMs . In 2005 Logitech acquired Ultimate Ears , and Jerry continued to work as one of the top Monitor Engineers in the touring industry .
In 2009 , Jerry continued his work developing great in-ear systems with his new company , JH Audio .
I ’ ve been in the market for a new set of inears for several months . My old set of Ultimate Ears customs still sound pretty great , but they were falling apart , and replacement parts