Custom Art
Headphones
Best Known For
Headphones
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In-Ear-Monitor (IEM)
Used Products
0
 Available
Average Price
$1,001-$2,500
Brand Popularity
826
 of 900+
Products Listed
6
Review Count
30
Founding Year
2012
Headquarters
Poland
Custom Art
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What's unique about the brand

Custom Art is a hifi audio brand best known for pioneering Flat Impedance Balanced Armature Earphone technology, which maintains consistent tuning regardless of source output impedance, and their Pressure Optimizing Design that uses acoustic networks to manage pressure and shape frequency response. The brand stands out for unusual design choices like dual planar magnetic tweeters in tribrid configurations, user-adjustable bass via on-shell filter sockets, and being among the few custom IEM makers offering silicone shells alongside traditional acrylic options.

What reviewers are saying

We read all the reviews. Here's what reviewers feel most strongly about:

  • Custom Art specializes in both custom-fit and universal in-ear monitors.
  • They utilize FIBAE (Flat Impedance Balanced Armature Earphone) technology, which minimizes the impact of source output impedance on the sound.
  • Custom Art frequently incorporates hybrid driver configurations, combining dynamic, balanced armature, and planar magnetic drivers in their IEMs.
  • The brand offers tuning filters with some of their IEMs, giving users the ability to fine-tune the bass response and overall sound signature.

Our favorite reviewer quotes:

  • "I have been looking for this. Sheer perfection. It not only has excellent control and synergy it has the best balance of speed, body and weight." (https://theheadphonelist.com/custom-art-hybrid-3-pro-review-greatness-achieved)
  • "Among all other things Custom Art has exhibited their technical abilities with this IEM. Fibae 5 is exceptionally balanced and delivers some of the best details with deeper punchier bass when compared to more expensive and critically acclaimed IEMs like Mest mk2 and Effect Audio Gaea." (https://theheadphonelist.com/custom-art-fibae-5-review-an-excellent-all-rounder)
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Lineup comparison

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FIBAE 5 UNIVERSAL FIT  

  • Positioning: A balanced all-round model with a universal fit for ease of use.  
  • Description: Offers a tri-brid design combining a 10mm dynamic sub-low driver, dual balanced armature mids, and planar high drivers with a 3D-printed waveguide to ensure clear sound and controlled pressure. Compared to the acrylic FIBAE 5 and the more driver-intensive FIBAE 7 series, it presents a cost-efficient option for small setups and standard functionality without additional custom features.

FIBAE 5  

  • Positioning: The entry-level design in acrylic form emphasizes customizable aesthetics and solid all-round performance.  
  • Description: Features a tri-brid configuration with a 10mm dynamic driver for sub-low frequencies, dual BA mids, and planar high components enhanced by a pressure optimizing design and 3D-printed waveguide. In contrast to the universal-fit variant and the more premium FIBAE 7 models, it strikes a balance between tuning flexibility, build customizability, and an affordable price point for users with modest sonic goals.

FIBAE 7 UNLIMITED UNIVERSAL FIT  

  • Positioning: A higher-tier universal fit version that builds on advanced driver configurations for improved dynamics.  
  • Description: Incorporates dual sub-low, single low-mid, dual mid-high, and proprietary high and super high drivers paired with top-firing balanced armature units to deliver expanded headroom and enhanced transient response. When compared to the acrylic FIBAE 7 Unlimited and the FIBAE 5 models, it provides similar performance in a universal-fit design that caters to buyers seeking premium sound with standard ear tips and faster turnaround.

FIBAE 7 UNLIMITED  

  • Positioning: A premium acrylic model aimed at users who value high-end customization and refined sound quality.  
  • Description: Uses a multi-driver layout with dual sub-low, single low-mid, dual mid-high, and unique proprietary high and super high drivers to achieve increased dynamics and superior transient response through an updated crossover design. Relative to its universal-fit version and the FIBAE 5 series, it delivers advanced performance and customization options.

HYBRID 3 PRO UNIVERSAL FIT  

  • Positioning: The flagship universal-fit unit that combines dynamic and planar technologies in a groundbreaking hybrid design for versatile performance.  
  • Description: Uses a single low dynamic driver, a single mid dynamic driver, and a single high planar driver alongside a 3-way crossover and tunable bass response to offer a clear and adaptable listening experience. Compared to the FIBAE 5 and FIBAE 7 series, it integrates hybrid technology and added functionality like wireless Bluetooth options.
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