AMPACS introduces Revolutionary Over-Ear Headphones with xMEMS’ MEMS Speakers

In an exciting collaboration, AMPACS, a electroacoustic product design company, has partnered with xMEMS Labs, a pioneer in MEMS audio and semiconductors, to create a 2-way headphone solution. This innovative design combines the world’s smallest solid-state micro speaker, xMEMS’ Cowell, with AMPACS’ dynamic driver to deliver an exceptional audio experience.

The prototypes for this turnkey headphone solution are already available, and the production-ready version will hit the market in September. What sets this solution apart is its versatility. It can be seamlessly integrated into various headphone designs, including open-back, closed-back, wired, and wireless options. So whether you’re a gamer or a music enthusiast, you can expect next-level performance from your headphones.

Mike Housholder, VP of Marketing and Business Development at xMEMS, explained that the goal behind this collaboration was to provide audio brands with a wider soundstage for spatial audio, improved sound clarity, and detail. Additionally, they wanted to offer a faster time-to-market solution that reduces production costs. Housholder believes that solid-state MEMS speakers will revolutionize personal audio, and this 2-way design brings us one step closer to that future.

For years, bookshelf speaker manufacturers have been able to separate the highs and mids from the bass, resulting in a superior listening experience. However, replicating this separation in headphones has proven to be a challenge. That’s where xMEMS Cowell comes in. Fabricated as a single piece of silicon, it serves as a miniature midrange-tweeter in the 2-way headphone design, delivering unparalleled clarity and detail. The low end is handled by AMPACS’ smaller-than-usual 40-millimeter dynamic driver.

This collaboration offers several benefits for headphone manufacturers. Firstly, it improves mid- and high-end frequency reproduction, resulting in cleaner vocals and enhanced spatial imaging. Secondly, it reduces the weight of the headphones, making them more comfortable to wear. Lastly, it simplifies the back-volume acoustic design, allowing for a faster time to market. And despite its technology, this design doesn’t come with a hefty price tag. In fact, it can actually reduce the cost of materials.

James Hsu, Vice Chairman of AMPACS, emphasized their commitment to bringing xMEMS’ innovative solutions to audio brands worldwide. With their extensive research and development team and advanced production technology, they have created a disruptive solution that outperforms single-driver headphones currently available in the market.

If you’re interested in this game-changing headphone solution, AMPACS encourages you to get in touch with them. This collaboration is set to redefine the future of personal audio, and you don’t want to miss out on being a part of it.

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About xMEMS: xMEMS is a global leader in the design and manufacturing of integrated systems for the computer, IT, and electronics industry. With over 25 years of experience in the technology fields, xMEMS provides a comprehensive portfolio of innovative products and solutions to satisfy the needs of the most demanding customers. Not only do they provide high-quality components, xMEMS is proactive in their approach to technology, with their team of experts taking initiative to create solutions to the most difficult problems in the IT and electronics industry. They pride themselves on staying ahead of the competition by continually introducing new and improved products to the market, offering excellent customer service, and providing comprehensive technical support. For anyone in the tech industry looking for high-quality components and solutions, xMEMS is an excellent option.