FAAEAL Hibiscus VS TinHifi C2 Mech Warrior

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FAAEAL Hibiscus and TinHifi C2 Mech Warrior are in-ear monitors. FAAEAL Hibiscus costs $40 while TinHifi C2 Mech Warrior costs $39. FAAEAL Hibiscus is $1 more expensive. TinHifi C2 Mech Warrior holds a decisive 1.3-point edge in reviewer scores (3.5 vs 4.8). TinHifi C2 Mech Warrior has significantly better bass with a 3.5-point edge, TinHifi C2 Mech Warrior has significantly better mids with a 2.5-point edge and TinHifi C2 Mech Warrior has significantly better treble with a 3-point edge.

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Metric FAAEAL Hibiscus TinHifi C2 Mech Warrior
Bass 3.5 7
Mids 4.5 7
Treble 4 7
Details 4 4.8
Soundstage 4.5 4.8
Imaging 3.5 4.8
Tonality 3.5 5
Technicalities 3.8 6

FAAEAL Hibiscus Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Crin
Shuwa-T

Average Reviewer Score:

3.5

Poor


TinHifi C2 Mech Warrior Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Audionotions
Tim Tuned

Average Reviewer Score:

4.8

Generally Unfavorable


Reviews Comparison

FAAEAL Hibiscus (more reviews)

FAAEAL Hibiscus reviewed by Shuwa-T

Shuwa-T 4 Reviewer Score
C- Tuning
C- Tech
Comment: Feels like the HZSound HM but not done that well. Bass-anemic low end, note weight is too light in the lower mids

Shuwa-T original ranking

Shuwa-T Website

Bass: D+ Mids: C Treble: C- Soundstage: C Details: C- Imaging: D+

FAAEAL Hibiscus reviewed by Crin

Crin 3 Reviewer Score
D Tuning
D+ Tech

TinHifi C2 Mech Warrior (more reviews)

TinHifi C2 Mech Warrior reviewed by Tim Tuned

Tim Tuned 5 Reviewer Score
C+ Tuning
B Tech
Relatively well tuned slight V-shape signature Distracting cymbals

Tim Tuned original ranking

Tim Tuned Youtube Channel
Bass: A- Mids: A- Treble: A-

TinHifi C2 Mech Warrior reviewed by Audionotions

Audionotions 4.5 Reviewer Score
Surprisingly decent technicalities for the price. Pretty well tuned throughout harsh in the upper registers. However, they are fatiguing to me and even caused a headache, but if you're okay with that region, then this could be a solid pick. Not for me. Previously Owned

Audionotions original ranking

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FAAEAL Hibiscus Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

3.7

Gaming Grade

D+

TinHifi C2 Mech Warrior Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

5.7

Gaming Grade

B-

FAAEAL Hibiscus Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

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

Average Technical Grade

D+
  • Limited resolution; finer nuances are masked. Soundstage feels narrow, and complex passages cause muddiness. Transitions lack finesse.
Bass D+
Bass is light and underwhelming. While some faint rumble exists, it lacks punch and authority in any meaningful way.
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 D+
Modest imaging with basic left/right positioning. Lacks precision for center placement and suffers from positional blurring.
Gaming D+
Compromised imaging significantly impacts gameplay awareness. Directional cues often lack accuracy or consistency.

TinHifi C2 Mech Warrior Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

C+
  • Generally enjoyable tonal character with some noticeable unevenness. Maintains listenability while showing room for refinement in frequency balance.

Average Technical Grade

B
  • Satisfactory technical performance. Handles basic detail retrieval adequately in most tracks. Maintains reasonable cohesion in simpler arrangements.
Bass A-
Strong, well-defined bass with good texture. Delivers satisfying punch and rumble without overwhelming other frequencies.
Mids A-
Excellent midrange with natural timbre and great detail retrieval. Vocals are forward and emotive with lifelike instrument reproduction.
Treble A-
Excellent treble: airy, extended and well-controlled. Great micro-detail retrieval without sibilance or harshness.
Gaming B-
Moderate spatial presentation conveys general directionality. Suitable for casual play where precision isn't critical.

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