{"product_id":"astell-kern-volk-audio-stella","title":"Astell\u0026Kern x VOLK Audio Stella | Quadbrid Universal IEMs","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; width: 65%;\" alt=\"Astell\u0026amp;Kern Volk Audio Stella logo\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/9255\/5595\/files\/ask-volk-logo.webp?v=1764949077\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eStella Unites Engineering, Design, and Artistry Into a Single Instrument Built for Mastering Accuracy and Captivating Musical Emotion\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA masterful collaboration between Astell\u0026amp;Kern and VOLK Audio\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuadbrid Driver Configuration: (1x) DD + (5x) BA + (2x) Planar + (4x) EST\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDedicated focus on tonal accuracy, phase alignment and spatial coherence\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCrafted with 6061-T6 Aluminum and 9H Sapphire Crystal glass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePremium 5N LCOFC Copper, 4N Silver and 24K Gold cable with 4.4 AEC plug\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/9255\/5595\/files\/ak-volk-stella-lifestyle.webp?v=1767994048\" width=\"2048\" height=\"1360\" alt=\"AstellKern Volk Stella IEM cable attached sitting on top of AstellKern PD10 DAP on black leather table\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"bloom-take\"\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"90%\" bgcolor=\"”#f6f6f6”\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #a30e0b;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBloom's Take\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStella is a flagship that prioritizes balance over extremes. This Astell\u0026amp;Kern and VOLK Audio collaboration delivers a compact quadbrid IEM that’s surprisingly comfortable and refined for its class. Sonically, Stella avoids strict tuning labels, offering punchy yet controlled bass, a clean and natural midrange, and smooth, well-extended treble that never turns sharp. Its presentation blends technical resolution with musical ease, handling dense mixes without sounding analytical or sterile. Stella feels intentionally tuned for long listening sessions, striking a rare middle ground between precision and enjoyment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"Astell\u0026amp;Kern x VOLK Stella Review\" href=\"https:\/\/bloomaudio.mom\/blogs\/articles\/reach-for-the-stars-astell-kern-x-volk-audio-stella-review\"\u003eRead our full review\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/qhaRvCuyoRs?si=YLmLNmn9m7udUXYb\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStella\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSTELLA is built on a 12-driver quadbrid architecture that unites four transducer technologies within a single, coherent system. Each element was developed for its distinct role and tuned through precise control of phase, pressure, and motion. Its design reflects the same discipline that governs its form. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvery contour, cavity, and circuit exists to serve acoustic integrity. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLF-H VOLK Low Frequency Hybrid System\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe VOLK Low-Frequency Hybrid System (LF-H) anchors STELLA’s multi-stage architecture, combining the M9-R 9 mm subwoofer with dual balanced armatures in a dual-stage chamber tuned to control phase and resonance. The chamber geometry, alignment, and crossover are co-developed to preserve phase accuracy and pressure balance. Covering 20 to 600 Hz, the LF-H forms the foundation of STELLA’s weight, control, and overall balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMid-Range Architecture\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eSTELLA’s midrange centers on a tri-armature array tuned for natural tone and balanced presence. Dual balanced-armature drivers cover 600 Hz to 7 kHz, delivering warmth, articulation, and vocal energy with added density in the critical 1–5 kHz range, seamlessly bridging the lows and highs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eA single upper armature extends from 6 to 15 kHz, reinforcing upper-mid harmonics and refining vocal and instrumental overtones. Its lightweight diaphragm and fast transients preserve clarity and texture while integrating precisely with the planar and electrostatic systems above for smooth spectral linearity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"AstellKern Volk Stella IEMs sitting on black leather table with cable next to it\" height=\"1360\" width=\"2048\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/9255\/5595\/files\/ak-volk-stella-banner.webp?v=1767994031\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHF-H High-Frequency Hybrid System\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe VOLK High-Frequency Hybrid System (HF-H) defines STELLA’s upper range by combining MP-2 dual planar magnetic drivers with four electrostatic tweeters in a unified design. Its crossover and acoustic topology are co-engineered to preserve phase accuracy and tonal stability, allowing the planars to shape upper harmonics with control while the electrostatics extend bandwidth and atmosphere with speed and finesse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eCovering 9 to 45 kHz, the HF-H delivers coherent, ultra-high-frequency extension with authority and refinement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"AstellnKern VOLK Audio Stella IEMs exploded shell materials\" height=\"1000\" width=\"2048\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/9255\/5595\/files\/ak-stella-exploded-shell.webp?v=1764956775\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExceptional Materials\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShell\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003eMachined from aerospace-grade 6061-T6 aluminum and anodized in satin black, the shell holds every acoustic element in precise alignment, maintaining stability between the driver assemblies and the enclosure. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCentral Plate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003eMachined from 6061-T6 aluminum and finished in satin black, the central plate forms the visual and structural centerpiece of STELLA.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSapphire Crystal Glass\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003eCut from a single block of optical-grade 9H sapphire crystal glass, the panel completes STELLA’s faceplate assembly, uniting the stainless-steel frame and central plate into a single, sealed structure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFaceplate Frame\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe frame defines the structural boundary between the sapphire glass and the aluminum chassis, machined to micron precision from stainless steel. The venting architecture built into the frame equalizes internal pressure and suppresses resonance, maintaining balance across the entire acoustic system.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCrossover Design\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStella features a proprietary six-way network that preserves phase integrity and synergy across all driver groups. Each acoustic path is filtered and time-aligned to maintain spatial coherence and tonal stability through the full frequency spectrum.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCable Crafted for Perfection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003eDesigned as an integral part of STELLA’s acoustic system, the cable preserves signal integrity and linearity across the full range, maintaining equilibrium between structure and sound.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"AstellnKern Volk Audio Stella cable cut in half graphic\" height=\"800\" width=\"2048\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/9255\/5595\/files\/ask-stella-cable-graphic.webp?v=1764957001\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e23.7 AWG, 4 Core Configuration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHybrid Conductor Array: 5N LCOFC Copper, 4N Silver and 24K Gold\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e12-Strand Litz Type 4S Geometry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e500D Macro-Molecular Fiber Reinforcement Core\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoftFlex PVC Insulation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMidnight Black Braided Nylon Outer Jacket\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6061-T6 Anodized Black Hardware with 316 Stainless Steel Mirror Polished Accents\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4.4 AEC Balanced Termination\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Astell\u0026amp;Kern Volk Stella measurement graph\" height=\"1272\" width=\"2048\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/9255\/5595\/files\/ak-volk-stella-graph.webp?v=1770999909\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Astell\u0026Kern","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":41949308616779,"sku":"AK-V-STELLA","price":3900.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/9255\/5595\/files\/ak-volk-0-stella-thumb.webp?v=1764957586","url":"https:\/\/bloomaudio.mom\/products\/astell-kern-volk-audio-stella","provider":"Bloom Audio","version":"1.0","type":"link"}