Aroma Audio Fei Wan VS Lime Ears Maris

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Aroma Audio Fei Wan and Lime Ears Maris use 2DD+10BA and 6BA,+2BC+2DD,+2EST, driver setups respectively. Aroma Audio Fei Wan costs $4,700 while Lime Ears Maris costs $2,700. Aroma Audio Fei Wan is $2,000 more expensive. Lime Ears Maris holds a slight 0.2-point edge in reviewer scores (8.1 vs 8.4). Aroma Audio Fei Wan has slightly better mids with a 0.3-point edge, Lime Ears Maris has better treble with a 0.8-point edge, Aroma Audio Fei Wan has significantly better dynamics with a 1.3-point edge and Lime Ears Maris has significantly better soundstage with a 2-point edge.

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Metric Aroma Audio Fei Wan Lime Ears Maris
Bass 8.5 8.4
Mids 7.3 7
Treble 7.3 8
Details 8.5 8.4
Soundstage 7 9
Imaging 8.5 8.4
Dynamics 7.3 6
Tonality 7.6 8.3
Technicalities 8 9
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Aroma Audio Fei Wan Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Jaytiss
Yifang Smirk Audio

Average Reviewer Score:

8.1

Very Positive


Lime Ears Maris Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Jaytiss Kois Archive

Average Reviewer Score:

8.4

Very Positive


Reviews Comparison

Aroma Audio Fei Wan reviewed by Jaytiss

Jaytiss 7.5 Reviewer Score
B+ Tuning
A- Tech
Impressive tech, is even better with EQ. Has a special sauce.
Youtube Video Summary

Aroma Audio Fei Wan goes for broke with a dual-dynamic + 10BA hybrid and a sticker price around $4,688. The build is striking: a clear yellow shell with visible drivers and a glossy faceplate flecked with gold, though the shell runs large. The stock 2-pin cable is functional but a bit tangle-prone; the retro-styled unboxing and case feel premium. Minor quirks include occasional driver flex on insertion. Overall fit is comfortable despite the size, and the presentation screams boutique.

Sonically this IEM is all about texture, extension, and microdetail. Bass reaches deep with layered rumble rather than brute “slam,” mids are clean with slightly recessed vocals, and treble delivers air and sparkle without poking the 4–6 kHz zone. The graph shows healthy ear-gain and notable bass, but the magic is off-graph: resolution and overtones that feel world-class. Compared with benchmarks, Elysian Annihilator 2023 still wins on tone and vocal focus, while Fatfreq Grand Maestro and others share the “big-boy IEM” experimental flavor. Sets with shout or odd presence peaks (e.g., Dream XLS, E10/E12, Bonneville) don’t fare as well. EQ can nudge tone a touch “better,” but also trims some of Fei Wan’s special sauce—net maybe a 1–2% improvement.

Verdict: a special, statement-level IEM with second-to-none technicalities, deep textured bass, and elegant treble—tempered by a sky-high price and mids that could use more sparkle for vocal diehards. It slots just below Annihilator overall, earns a guarded recommendation, and absolutely warrants a demo before purchase. For value-minded listeners, options like Letshuoer Hype 10 capture a similar neutral-with-weight idea at a fraction of the cost, while many S–/A-tier picks remain safer bets for most.

Mids: B Treble: A- Dynamics: B Soundstage: A-

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Lime Ears Maris reviewed by Jaytiss

Jaytiss 8.5 Reviewer Score
A Tuning
A+ Tech
Great all arounder, fantastic drivers and inoffensive.
Youtube Video Summary

Lime Ears Maris is a flagship 12-driver quad-brid with branded components, combining multiple BAs for lows/mids, dual Sonion ESTs for air, and a dual Sonion bone conductor for full-range weight. At $2,700 (“Ensemble”), it brings a thin-walled but comfortably large shell, flat 2-pin sockets, and an excellent leather puck case; build and fit feel deliberately premium, with only a minor faceplate edge that can snag. Overall presentation and ergonomics signal a top-tier, tour-worthy piece.

Sonically it’s a fun, impactful tuning: bass hits hard with tactile BC rumble, treble/air are pristine, and resolution is high with an open, spacious stage. The upper-mids are slightly restrained (a touch of ~4 kHz dip) which softens attack—less “incisive” than the graph might suggest—but the set remains clean, coherent, and easy to listen to for treble-sensitive listeners. Think “inoffensive but exceptional”: refined energy up top, big physical slam down low, and clarity that holds together complex mixes.

Context against peers: Terra is exciting but the 5–6 kHz energy can fatigue; Incognita tracks a preferred curve better as a one-and-done at a lower price. Annihilator offers more bite in upper-mids/treble, yet Maris will suit those sensitive to that region; versus Grand Maestro, Maris wins on comfort and bass quality. Compared with Europa, Cadenza 12, Omnium, and Visioner’s 10, trade-offs shift—some deliver sharper treble “spark” or smaller shells—but the Maris’s bone-conducted bass, comfort, and safe-refined balance make it a strong recommend to demo at a show before choosing.

Mids: A- Treble: A+ Dynamics: B Soundstage: S

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Aroma Audio Fei Wan (more reviews)

Aroma Audio Fei Wan reviewed by Yifang

Yifang 8.5 Reviewer Score
A+ Tuning
S- Tech

Aroma Audio Fei Wan reviewed by Smirk Audio

Smirk Audio 8.4 Reviewer Score
A+ Tuning
S- Tech
Decent bass and lush, "wet" mids. Has a treble peak that can be pesky to some. Great overall techs. Cons: Price, treble peak, build quality.

Smirk Audio original ranking

Smirk Audio Head-Fi Profile

Bass: S- Mids: S- Treble: A Dynamics: S- Details: S- Imaging: S-

Lime Ears Maris (more reviews)

Lime Ears Maris reviewed by Kois Archive

Kois Archive 8.2 Reviewer Score
S Tuning
S+ Tech
Rating: S- | Value: ⭐ | Gaming: 🎮🎮🎮 | Comfort: 8 fun. detailed. wide. inoffensive. the price

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Aroma Audio Fei Wan Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

  • The gaming score is prioritizing technical capabilities of the IEM (Separation, Layering, Soundstage) and good value.

Gaming Score

6.4

Gaming Grade

B

Lime Ears Maris Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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Gaming Score

7.3

Gaming Grade

A-

Aroma Audio Fei Wan Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

A
  • Overall balance feels confident and refined, rewarding long listening sessions. A reliable all-rounder for everyday listening.

Average Technical Grade

A+
  • You get an articulate, polished performance with immersive stage depth and great control. There's a sense of polish across the whole spectrum.
Bass S-
Expect a gripping low-end presence that marries clarity with visceral impact. Dynamic swings land with thrilling force.
Mids A-
It delivers an excellent midrange that feels vibrant and true to life. It balances clarity with natural smoothness.
Treble A-
Highs feel superbly executed, revealing micro-detail without hint of sibilance. Highs stay smooth even at volume.
Dynamics A-
The system snaps into action with precision, highlighting every swell. Recordings feel energetic and alive.
Soundstage A-
The stage stretches in every direction, carving out clear three-dimensional pockets for each player. Placement accuracy impresses from the start.
Details S-
Complex productions unravel completely, letting you examine every thread. Textures are rendered with exquisite finesse.
Imaging S-
Exceptional imaging with holographic precision that creates a palpable sense of placement. It creates a near-holographic placement.
Gaming B
Decent spatial awareness for fundamental positioning. Creates satisfying atmosphere in story-driven games while handling basic directional cues. Bad value-to-cost for gaming purpose - not recommended

Lime Ears Maris Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

A+
  • It delivers a coherent, natural timbre that remains captivating across genres. Acoustic instruments sound lifelike and textured.

Average Technical Grade

S
  • Expect an effortlessly clean presentation that keeps complex mixes perfectly organized. There is zero sense of congestion even at high volume.
Mids A-
Expect lifelike vocals and instruments with impressive nuance and realism. You can easily follow harmonies and backups.
Treble A+
Expect a radiant top end that paints every sparkle with precision. Harmonics soar without turning edgy.
Dynamics B
Expect energetic dynamics that bring music to life without harshness. It injects enthusiasm into fast music.
Soundstage S
Reference-class soundstage delivering a perfectly spherical presentation with seemingly infinite space. Spatial cues extend seemingly without limit.
Gaming A-
Good fundamental spatial awareness for most gaming scenarios. Handles basic positioning well but may lack nuance in complex situations. Bad value-to-cost for gaming purpose - not recommended

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