Kinera Celest Wyvern Black VS TangZu Wan'er Studio Edition

IEM Comparison: Expert & Community Scores Side-by-Side

Kinera Celest Wyvern Black and TangZu Wan'er Studio Edition use 1DD and 1x Dynamic (10mm) driver setups respectively. Kinera Celest Wyvern Black costs $29 while TangZu Wan'er Studio Edition costs $21. Kinera Celest Wyvern Black is $8 more expensive. Kinera Celest Wyvern Black holds a decisive 1.2-point edge in reviewer scores (6.1 vs 4.9).

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Metric Kinera Celest Wyvern Black TangZu Wan'er Studio Edition
Bass 6.8 4.9
Mids 6.8 4.9
Treble 6.3 4.9
Details 6.4 4.9
Soundstage 6.6 4.9
Dynamics 6.4 4.9
Tonality 7 6.5
Technicalities 5.6 5
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Kinera Celest Wyvern Black Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Average Reviewer Score:

6.1

Mixed to Positive


TangZu Wan'er Studio Edition Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Average Reviewer Score:

4.9

Generally Unfavorable


Reviews Comparison

Kinera Celest Wyvern Black (more reviews)

Kinera Celest Wyvern Black reviewed by Paul Wasabii

Paul Wasabii 6.9 * Score computed by IEMRanking.com
B+ Tuning
B+ Tech
Rebalanced with a flattened V: cleaner bass control, smoother upper mids/treble and a mid-centric, forgiving tone that feels pricier than its bracket. At low volumes it can come off a bit dull compared to the OG’s brighter, boomier snap. Cleaner bass control, smoother treble and a mid-centric balance make it long-session friendly and pricier-sounding. Lower upper-treble air and low-volume engagement may feel too relaxed for gamers or boom-seekers.
Youtube Video Summary

Celest’s Wyvern Black Remaster brings a thoroughly reworked shell and acoustic package, with a brass nozzle and revised mesh, but the story is the tuning. The classic V has been flattened: bass is dialed down and tightened, upper-mids/treble are smoothed, and the whole response tucks just under the mids. The result is a warmer, more forgiving and noticeably more mid-centric balance that reads like a step up from the typical $20–30 set.

The bass shows markedly better control and tactility—mid-bass stays lightly lifted without the OG’s boom—while the softened upper treble removes glare and fatigue for long-session listening. This voicing benefits from a slight volume nudge to “align” bass, mids, and treble; at very low levels it can feel subdued. Listeners who prefer a sharper, brighter presentation (gamers, casual bass-boost fans) may still favor the OG’s lively snap.

Technicalities track the retune: reduced top-end noise and a more coherent, stage-aware presentation give a cleaner, more seamless soundstage that resembles pricier sets. The trade-off is less upper-treble air and apparent detail versus the OG’s lift, though a subtle +1–2 dB above 10 kHz can add a touch of sparkle if desired. Overall, this remaster’s rebalancing delivers a cleaner, more natural signature that punches above its price without flashy peaks.

Bass: B+ Mids: B+ Treble: B Dynamics: B Soundstage: B+ Details: B

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Kinera Celest Wyvern Black reviewed by Z-Reviews

Z-Reviews 6 * score rescaled + normalized

Kinera Celest Wyvern Black reviewed by Gizaudio Axel

Gizaudio Axel 5.5 Reviewer Score
A- Tuning
C Tech

TangZu Wan'er Studio Edition (more reviews)

TangZu Wan'er Studio Edition reviewed by Jays Audio

Jays Audio 4 Reviewer Score
B+ Tuning
C+ Tech
A cleaner version of waner with more vocal emphasis.

Jays Audio original ranking

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TangZu Wan'er Studio Edition reviewed by Head-Fi.org

Head-Fi.org 6.7 * score rescaled + normalized
8 community members have rated the TangZu Wan'er Studio Edition at an average of 4.3/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Excellent.

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Kinera Celest Wyvern Black Gaming Score

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

Gaming Score

6

Gaming Grade

B

TangZu Wan'er Studio Edition Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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Gaming Score

5.5

Gaming Grade

B-

Kinera Celest Wyvern Black Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

A-
  • It sounds pleasant overall, with some uneven spots that hint at room for refinement. Vocals remain pleasant despite the imperfections.

Average Technical Grade

B-
  • An honest, middle-of-the-road performance preserves structure without chasing micro-detail. It's respectable for everyday listening sessions.
Bass B+
The bass brings healthy impact, complementing mixes without overpowering them. It keeps up with faster passages cleanly.
Mids B+
The region sounds composed and expressive, giving vocals a natural spotlight. It keeps vocals front and center nicely.
Treble B
Highs sound lively and extended while remaining controlled. Detail retrieval keeps shimmer intact.
Dynamics B
The performance feels robust, with satisfying punch and natural transitions. Nuances are easy to follow.
Soundstage B+
Lateral spread stretches comfortably while front/back cues start to feel convincing. You can trace front-to-back movement.
Details B
Recordings feel well sorted, with supporting details snapping to attention. Small articulations remain intact.
Gaming B
Decent spatial awareness for fundamental positioning. Creates satisfying atmosphere in story-driven games while handling basic directional cues.

TangZu Wan'er Studio Edition Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

B+
  • A mostly enjoyable signature keeps things listenable despite a handful of quirks. It handles most playlists without major complaints.

Average Technical Grade

C+
  • The presentation is steady if unspectacular, holding onto essential details when the music stays simple. Fine details occasionally slip through the cracks.
Gaming B-
Moderate spatial presentation conveys general directionality. Suitable for casual play where precision isn't critical.

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