UE 11 pro Sound Signature Deep Dive

There’s nothing like listening to music and feeling fully immersed in every beat. Every UE sound signature is optimized for the best performance possible, but which one is right for you? The UE 11 is a wise choice for percussionists and music lovers who need to feel as well as hear the bass in their favorite songs. They have a powerful low end with plenty of rich detail in the midrange and an airy high end to balance the sound. They’re a favorite among drummers and DJs, but any devout fan of drum & bass, R&B, hip-hop or pop will enjoy them too. In this article, we’ll go over the design of the UE 11 from the ground up.

In 1995, the first Ultimate Ears in-ear monitors were developed for Alex Van Halen to protect his hearing and improve his performance. Our heritage has led us to develop the monitor of choice for drummers and percussionists worldwide—UE 11. When you’re performing or enjoying high-energy music, it’s all about feeling it. UE 11 is designed for drummers and listeners who want to hear every drum hit with unparalleled clarity.

UE 11 features four balanced armatures and a three-way crossover network to deliver powerful, yet balanced, sound for performers and audiophiles.“If you’re a working musician who wants a big, full sound signature with clarity, drive and detail in the highs with a powerful bass response, UE 11 will be a great workhorse for you,” says Service Manager John Talley. You’ll hear the impact of every drum transient through four high-quality drivers. UE 11 has a frequency response that ranges from 5Hz to 22kHz with extra bass reinforcement from dual low-frequency drivers. And don’t worry, the bass won’t swallow up the mix. UE 11’s bold lows are matched by focused mids and sparkling highs, thanks to its three-way crossover.

All UE sound signatures are designed to block up to -26dB of ambient noise. When you’re in the studio or listening at home, you can focus on what’s important—your music. All UE earphones and IEMs block noise using passive noise isolation, which is preferred over active noise cancellation, or ANC by audiophiles and musicians alike. What’s the difference between passive noise isolation and ANC? Passive noise isolation blocks sound naturally, whereas ANC is known to cause ear fatigue and distorted sound quality. Worried about feeling too isolated on stage? UE PRO models have an ambient port option that allows ambiance to reach your eardrum through a -12dB filter. When the ports are closed, you’ll experience the full -26dB of noise isolation.

Ultimate Ears loves giving musicians what they need to be successful, but you can use UE 11 beyond the edge of the stage too. Any UE sound signature can be used wherever you want, thanks to two alternate cable styles—the wired SuperBax and wireless Bluetooth cables. Looking for a road-ready cable that can withstand anything? The SuperBax cable is perfect for touring musicians and audio engineers who want a heavy-duty cable. Use the Bluetooth cable when you’re at home or on the go. Both cables are sweat-proof and deliver high quality audio.