The Artpical Raphael is a wired IEM pairing a single 10 mm PU+LCP dynamic driver with a 16K 3D-printed shell, rated 32 Ω and 101.1 dB/mW. Its 0.78 mm 2-pin cable comes with twist-lock 3.5 mm, 4.4 mm balanced and USB-C DAC plugs, so it suits listeners who switch between a phone, a dongle and a balanced DAP.
Who the Artpical Raphael is for
Phone-first listeners: The USB-C plug carries its own DAC chip (up to 32-bit/384 kHz PCM) and amp, so the Raphael connects straight to a USB-C phone or laptop.
Balanced DAP and dongle owners: Twist on the 4.4 mm or 3.5 mm plug instead; Artpical voices this path more neutral with a wider stage than the warmer USB-C plug.
Design-minded buyers: High-precision 16K 3D-printed shells with sculpted wing structures and a CNC-machined anodized aluminum front chamber come in White, Pink and Black.
Upgraders from budget IEMs: A step into hi-fi on a standard 0.78 mm 2-pin connector, so the cable can be replaced or upgraded later.
Skip it if: you want a tiny, low-profile shell: the sculpted 3D-printed body is moderately sized for a single-driver IEM.
Artpical Raphael key specs
Driver: 10 mm dynamic, LCP diaphragm with PU suspension
Impedance: 32 Ω @ 1 kHz
Sensitivity: 101.1 dB/mW @ 1 kHz
Frequency response: 20 Hz–20 kHz
Connector: 0.78 mm 2-pin
Plugs included: 3.5 mm, 4.4 mm balanced, USB-C (twist-lock, swappable)
USB-C plug: Built-in DAC up to 32-bit/384 kHz PCM; amp rated for 16–100 Ω
Cable: 1.2 m silver-plated copper
Shell: 16K high-precision 3D-printed shell, CNC anodized aluminum front chamber
FAQ
Do I need an amp or DAC to drive the Raphael?
No. The cable's swappable USB-C plug has its own DAC chip (up to 32-bit/384 kHz PCM) and headphone amp, so the Raphael plugs straight into a USB-C phone or laptop. For a portable DAC or player, twist on the included 3.5mm or 4.4mm balanced plug instead; Artpical notes that its 32 Ω, 101.1 dB/mW load rewards a stronger source.
Why does the detachable cable matter?
The Raphael uses a standard 0.78mm 2-pin connector, so a damaged cable is a simple swap rather than a dead IEM, and aftermarket cables fit. You may not need one: the stock 1.2m silver-plated copper cable already covers single-ended, 4.4mm balanced and USB-C listening through its twist-lock plugs.
Who is the Raphael for?
Listeners stepping up from budget IEMs into proper hi-fi territory who want Artpical's tuning and a 3D-printed art-piece shell, plus one cable that works with a phone, a dongle and a balanced DAP.
TonePier sells genuine Artpical stock. Your Raphael arrives brand-new and sealed, ships free anywhere in the US, and is covered by our 45-day return policy — plenty of time to burn them in and decide.
Artpical Raphael vs similar options
vs 7Hz Timeless 2: Uses a 14.5 mm planar driver instead of a dynamic one; pick the Raphael if you prefer a single 10 mm LCP dynamic driver in a 3D-printed shell.
vs TANCHJIM Kara: A 1DD+4BA hybrid tuned for vocal monitoring, supplied with a 3.5 mm plug; pick the Raphael for a single dynamic driver plus 4.4 mm balanced and USB-C plugs.
vs AFUL Performer 5: A 1DD+4BA hybrid with 3D-printed acoustic tubes and RLC crossover correction; pick the Raphael if you'd rather have one 10 mm dynamic driver in a sculpted shell.
Yes. Every unit we sell is genuine and brand-new, shipped in its original packaging with a valid serial number, and backed by our 1-year warranty and 45-day returns.
How long does shipping take?
Orders ship within 3 business days, with full tracking. Shipping to the US is free on every order, and most US orders arrive within 7–15 business days — see our shipping policy for details.
What if it isn't for me?
You get 45 days to decide. Keep the packaging, keep it in like-new condition, and send it back for a refund. Ear tips unsealed for hygiene reasons are fine — we expect you to actually listen.
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