**Upon order confirmation, we will contact you for further arrangements, including completing the customization form, designing the earphone appearance, and creating your ear impressions.
MSX+ Eleven-Driver Design
The MSX+ features a highly sophisticated 11-driver hybrid architecture, combining one dynamic driver, six balanced armature drivers, and four electrostatic drivers. This tri-hybrid configuration delivers world-class sound performance with unmatched complexity and precision. The “X” in its name represents the Roman numeral for 10, while “X+” signifies the addition of one more driver—bringing the total to 11. As the flagship of the MS series, the MSX+ not only provides exceptional layering and detail but also incorporates a tuning switch that enables two distinct sound profiles. This allows users to tailor the sound to their preferences or music genres, unlocking a rich, dynamic, and versatile listening experience that exemplifies high-end audio engineering.
Unrivaled Resolution, Expansive Soundstage & Pinpoint Imaging
As a flagship in-ear monitor, the MSX+ reflects the highest standards of design and acoustic innovation. Its advanced internal architecture gives it a distinctive sonic character, making it stand out in the world of high-end audio. After extensive tuning and testing, the MSX+ was engineered with a dual-mode tuning switch that allows the user to alternate between two signature profiles: one centered on extreme resolution, the other on dynamic musicality. This duality offers expanded adaptability for a broad range of listening needs—from critical monitoring to immersive enjoyment.
The MSX+ delivers an impressively wide soundstage with an immersive sense of air and spatial realism, recreating the atmosphere of a live concert hall. Its superb resolution captures every detail of each note and passage, rendering a richly textured and coherent listening experience. With clear separation and a three-dimensional presentation, it offers listeners a deeply engaging and refined sonic landscape.
Thanks to its tri-hybrid driver design, the MSX+ achieves excellent balance across the frequency spectrum:
- Electrostatic drivers handle the high frequencies with airy detail and finesse,
- Balanced armature drivers ensure midrange accuracy and definition,
- The dynamic driver contributes powerful, well-controlled bass with deep extension.
The result is a seamless integration of all frequency ranges, delivering clarity, richness, and cohesion—meeting the exacting standards of audio enthusiasts seeking ultimate fidelity.
Dual Sound Modes via Tuning Switch
The MSX+ includes a built-in tuning switch that offers two distinct sonic signatures:
- H Mode (High Definition) – A balanced, natural presentation with extreme resolution and rich detail. Ideal for studio monitoring, critical listening, and reference use.
- E Mode (Energetic) – A warmer, more dynamic signature with enhanced bass and emotional impact. Perfect for musical enjoyment and immersive personal listening.
Optimal Pairing: Multi-Layer Shielded Cable
For the MSX+, we strongly recommend using a high-performance cable with multi-layer shielding. During the development phase, cables with designs like Tri-Core shielding demonstrated the ability to fully unleash the MSX+’s acoustic potential. These advanced cables reduce electromagnetic interference, providing a cleaner background and improving micro-detail, resolution, and microdynamics—delivering an even more nuanced and refined sonic experience.
As a flagship model, the MSX+ also invites experimentation with different cable materials—such as single-crystal copper, silver-plated gold, or pure silver. Each offers its own tonal characteristics and opens the door to personalized tuning. Selecting the right cable based on your listening preferences allows you to unlock new dimensions of sound and achieve your ideal audio setup.
Define Your Sound, Starting with the Cable
Motivate Ears' MS Custom Series does not include a stock cable, giving you the freedom to choose your ideal connection. We believe that cables are the soul of sound quality, and every audiophile has unique listening preferences. By selecting and upgrading your cable, you can finely tune the sound, discovering the style that suits you best.
The MS Series embraces a minimalist design that returns to the essentials, inviting you to explore the limitless possibilities of sound quality — starting with the cable. Whether you seek precise resolution, warm tonal character, or dynamic performance, this earphone serves as the starting point of your sonic journey.
Define your sound, starting with the cable, and experience the pure joy of listening.
MSX+ Technical Specifications
Impedance: 30.1Ω @ 1kHz
Frequency Response: 5Hz – 40kHz
Sensitivity: 115dB/Vrms @ 1kHz
Drivers:
- 1 × 10mm Dynamic Driver (Low Frequency)
- 6 × Balanced Armature Drivers (2 × Low-Mid Frequency, 4 × Mid Frequency)
- 4 × Electrostatic Drivers (High Frequency)
Package Contents
- Ear Impression Service (Custom Model)
- Standard Faceplate and Shell Color Options
- MSX+ Earphones
- Earphone Cleaning Tool
- Earphone Storage Pouch
- Silicone Ear Tips (S, M, L sizes for Universal Model)
- Customizable Name Portable Earphone Case
- 3.5mm to 6.35mm Adapter
Motivate Ears Custom Earphone Ordering Process
1. Choose Your ModelSelect your preferred earphone model through our online store or visit our Product Experience Center.
After confirming your order, we will contact you to schedule an appointment at our Product Experience Center in Kwun Tong for ear impression creation.
3. Ear Impression and Design Selection
During your appointment, our team will assist you in choosing your desired artistic design, and we will complete the order form together.
4. Production Time
Once your ear impressions are completed, you simply wait for the earphones to be crafted. The production process typically takes 4 to 8 weeks.
5. Completion and Collection
When your earphones are ready and have passed our quality check, we will notify you. You can then schedule a time to pick them up at the Product Experience Center or arrange for shipping.
With just five simple steps, you can effortlessly own a pair of custom-made earphones that perfectly match your personal style.
Our Vision
At Motivate Ears, we believe sound is more than what you hear — it is the purest extension of a creator’s inner world.
Founded by a team of musicians and sound designers from the School of Theatre and Entertainment Arts at the Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts, Motivate Ears exists to empower creators with tools that go beyond technical excellence. Our headphones are designed not merely for superior audio, but to create a personalized sound environment where ideas are heard clearly and inspiration flows freely.
We see headphones not just as a utility, but as a creative companion — one that understands the sensitivity and precision required during the artistic process. Every product we make is crafted to minimize distractions and maximize focus, allowing artists to fully immerse themselves in their craft.
"Motivate Ears" is more than a name — it's a philosophy. We stand for making music heard and keeping creative dreams alive. That is, and always will be, our driving force.
Our Mission
Motivate Ears began with a simple yet powerful goal: to create a pair of headphones truly built for music creators.
As artists and backstage crew ourselves, we’ve faced the same challenges — seeking headphones that deliver professional-grade sound, offer long-term comfort, and remain financially accessible. The market lacked a solution that balanced all three. So we decided to build our own.
From acoustic tuning to ergonomic design, every detail has been developed and refined through hands-on experimentation and direct feedback from fellow creators. Our mission is clear: to craft headphones that creators not only trust, but genuinely enjoy using in their daily workflow. Reliable, refined, and reasonably priced — without compromising on quality.
The name Motivate Ears reflects our dual ambition: to awaken the listener’s senses, and to spark the creator’s imagination. Every pair we produce is a statement of our dedication to sound, and a tribute to those who dare to create.
