CVJ Night Elf VS Hidizs mk12 x Ducbloke

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CVJ Night Elf and Hidizs mk12 x Ducbloke are in-ear monitors. CVJ Night Elf costs $0 while Hidizs mk12 x Ducbloke costs $199. Hidizs mk12 x Ducbloke is $199 more expensive. Hidizs mk12 x Ducbloke holds a decisive 2.9-point edge in reviewer scores (4.2 vs 7.1). Hidizs mk12 x Ducbloke has significantly better bass with a 3.6-point edge, Hidizs mk12 x Ducbloke has significantly better mids with a 2-point edge, Hidizs mk12 x Ducbloke has significantly better treble with a 2.8-point edge, Hidizs mk12 x Ducbloke has significantly better soundstage with a 3.9-point edge, Hidizs mk12 x Ducbloke has significantly better details with a 3.2-point edge and Hidizs mk12 x Ducbloke has significantly better imaging with a 4.1-point edge.

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Metric CVJ Night Elf Hidizs mk12 x Ducbloke
Bass 4.5 8.1
Mids 4 6
Treble 4 6.8
Details 4.5 7.7
Soundstage 4 7.9
Imaging 4 8.1
Dynamics 4.2 8.3
Tonality 4.2 7.2
Technicalities 4.2 6.3

CVJ Night Elf Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Shuwa-T

Average Reviewer Score:

4.2

Unfavorable


Hidizs mk12 x Ducbloke Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

IEMRanking AI
Jaytiss

Average Reviewer Score:

7.1

Generally Favorable


Reviews Comparison

CVJ Night Elf (more reviews)

CVJ Night Elf reviewed by Shuwa-T

Shuwa-T 4.2 Reviewer Score
C- Tuning
C- Tech
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Bass: C Mids: C- Treble: C- Soundstage: C- Details: C Imaging: C-

Hidizs mk12 x Ducbloke (more reviews)

Hidizs mk12 x Ducbloke reviewed by Jaytiss

2025-09-20
Jaytiss 7.6 Reviewer Score
B+ Tuning
B Tech
Stock its really bassy, with eq it gets even better.

Hidizs MK12 x DucBloke arrives as a limited-edition single-DD collab with a 12 mm pure magnesium diaphragm, dressed in a striking red shell/nozzle. Pricing sits around $260 (about $240 on pre-order). The package is handsome: a plush, roomy case, a red flat 2-pin cable with clear L/R indicators and a tidy Y-split, plus a 3.5 mm option. Swappable nozzles exist for the MK12 line, but the supplied red nozzle is the standout for the mids—and the one trusted by multiple ears in the scene. Comfort is strong, the shell is vented, and it ships with Divinus Velvet tips.

Tonally, this is an organic, warm, downward-sloping tuning with a thumpy, fun bass, generous width, and an overall rich timbre. It suits R&B and hip-hop especially well; stage feels broad and “concert-like,” vocals come across analog and full. Treble is agreeable rather than flashy—on tracks like “Thriller” the cymbals could use a touch more bite—yet detail retrieval and resolution remain respectable. Not a dead-neutral monitor; more a musical, engaging daily driver for listeners who embrace warmth.

Against peers and prior Hidizs sets, MK12 x DucBloke carries the brand’s better traits with cleaner treble energy than some earlier efforts and a bass shelf that avoids muddle. It echoes the warmth of certain high-end references while adding a bit more upper-treble air. EQ is a playground here: presets like Sparkle (air lift), Neutral (slight sub-bass bump), and Hard-Hitting (more bass, more linear) all work well, and the Jaytiss-tuned profile adds extra air without breaking balance. Final take: a solid “A” fun set with 9/10 bass & dynamics, warm-leaning mids, polite treble, big stage, and strong technical underpinnings—an easy recommendation for those wanting a rich, vented, EQ-friendly single-DD in a gorgeous red suit.

Mids: C+ Treble: B Dynamics: A+ Soundstage: A

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Hidizs mk12 x Ducbloke reviewed by IEMRanking AI

2025-09-20
IEMRanking AI 6.6 Reviewer Score
A Tuning
B+ Tech

The Hidizs MK12 × DucBloke is a special-tuned edition built on the MK12 “Turris” platform, which uses a single 12 mm dynamic driver with a 91% magnesium diaphragm and a 1.5 T magnet system inside a CNC-milled metal shell. The base MK12 includes three swappable pneumatic filters and retails around $199 (often $179 on sale), with Hidizs officially confirming the DucBloke collaboration and demos at CanJam SoCal 2025.

Tonal balance with the MK12 platform is broadly warm U-shaped and can be shifted via the filters: Silver lifts treble, Rose Gold/Gold aims for a balanced profile, and Red boosts low frequencies while relaxing the upper mids—behavior documented across launch materials and reviews. This aligns with independent measurements/impressions noting the red filter’s fuller bass and the silver filter’s added upper-energy, giving the DucBloke edition a clear path toward a bass-weighted yet smooth top end.

Technical performance is competitive in the sub-$200 class: reviewers consistently describe a spacious soundstage, convincing imaging, and strong dynamics for a single-DD, while ultimate micro-detail and treble air are good rather than class-leading. With the right filter and tips, the set offers solid clarity without harshness and bass impact that should satisfy listeners seeking weight and physicality. Overall, the value proposition is strong at its street price, especially if the DucBloke tuning prioritizes the red-filter’s engaging low-end.


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

CVJ Night Elf User Review Score

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CVJ Night Elf Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

4.2

Gaming Grade

C-

Hidizs mk12 x Ducbloke Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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Gaming Score

6.6

Gaming Grade

B+

CVJ Night Elf Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

C-
  • Significantly flawed tuning. Noticeable frequency imbalances and unnatural timbre distract from music. Lacks versatility across recordings.

Average Technical Grade

C-
  • Limited resolution; finer nuances are masked. Soundstage feels narrow, and complex passages cause muddiness. Transitions lack finesse.
Bass C
Subdued bass response that stays mostly in the background. Lacks energy and impact but maintains basic definition.
Mids C-
Midrange is passable but unrefined. Lacks detail and smoothness, with occasional harshness in upper mids.
Treble C-
Average treble performance - present but lacking refinement. Some graininess or splashiness affects clarity.
Soundstage C-
Average soundstage - adequate width but flat presentation. Reasonable instrument separation but lacks layering and depth.
Details C
Average resolution - reveals basic elements but misses subtleties. Satisfactory for casual listening but lacks refinement.
Imaging C-
Average imaging - reasonable localization but lacks specificity. Instruments have general positions but lack pinpoint accuracy.
Gaming C-
Minimal environmental definition provides only general audio cues. Suitable for games where positioning isn't critical.

Hidizs mk12 x Ducbloke Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

A-
  • Pleasing tonal balance with good technical control. Minor quirks present but not distracting. Demonstrates decent genre versatility.

Average Technical Grade

B
  • Satisfactory technical performance. Handles basic detail retrieval adequately in most tracks. Maintains reasonable cohesion in simpler arrangements.
Bass A+
Excellent bass response - powerful yet controlled. Deep extension with authoritative slam while maintaining clarity.
Mids B
Good midrange presence with solid clarity. Vocals are clear and instruments have reasonable texture and body.
Treble B+
Good treble response - clear and detailed without fatigue. Well-extended with proper air and sparkle.
Dynamics A+
Superb dynamic range - powerful yet nuanced. Exceptional transient response with lifelike impact and subtle volume gradations.
Soundstage A
Excellent spatial presentation - wide, deep and tall. Precise instrument placement with clear separation in all dimensions.
Details A
Excellent detail retrieval: highly resolving without being clinical. Effortlessly reveals micro-details and textural subtleties.
Imaging A+
Exceptional imaging with holographic precision. Creates a palpable sense of physical placement with perfect positional stability.
Gaming B+
Respectable environmental presentation favors atmosphere over precision. Detects obvious directional cues while conveying game world ambiance.

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