Moondrop Crescent VS KZ CRN
IEM Comparison: Expert & Community Scores Side-by-Side
Moondrop Crescent and KZ CRN use 1DD and 1DD+1BA+1Mag driver setups respectively. Moondrop Crescent costs $30 while KZ CRN costs $35. KZ CRN is $5 more expensive. Moondrop Crescent holds a decisive 3.4-point edge in reviewer scores (6.3 vs 2.9).
Insights
| Metric | Moondrop Crescent | KZ CRN |
|---|---|---|
| Bass | 6.3 | 2 |
| Mids | 6.3 | 3.5 |
| Treble | 6.3 | 2 |
| Details | 6.3 | 2 |
| Soundstage | 6.3 | 5 |
| Imaging | 6.3 | 2 |
| Dynamics | 6.3 | 2 |
| Tonality | 7 | 2.9 |
| Technicalities | 5.8 | 2 |
Moondrop Crescent Aggregated Review Score
Average Reviewer Scores
Average Reviewer Score:
6.3Mixed to Positive
KZ CRN Aggregated Review Score
Average Reviewer Scores
Average Reviewer Score:
2.9Very Negative
Reviews Comparison
Moondrop Crescent (more reviews)
Moondrop Crescent reviewed by Super* Review
8*
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Moondrop Crescent reviewed by Crin
6
Reviewer Score
Moondrop Crescent reviewed by Web Search
5
Reviewer Score
The Moondrop Crescent features a distinctive brass housing that gives it premium heft but also makes it notably heavy, potentially affecting comfort during extended wear. Its non-detachable cable and basic accessories—including subpar stock eartips that often require replacement—highlight cost-cutting compromises. Isolation is mediocre due to vented designs, though build quality otherwise feels robust for the price.
Sonically, the Crescent adheres closely to the Harman target response, delivering a balanced signature with a slight bass boost that avoids bloat while maintaining textured lows. Its midrange leans transparent but can thin male vocals, and treble extends cleanly without harshness, though upper-mids occasionally verge on shouty. Technical performance impresses for its tier, with strong imaging and a wide soundstage, though detail retrieval lags behind pricier hybrids.
Discontinued and increasingly hard to find, the Crescent remains a value standout for its natural timbre and cohesive tuning, outperforming many peers under $50. Its need for aftermarket tips and amplification to maximize potential are notable drawbacks, but it retains cult appeal for its musicality.
KZ CRN (more reviews)
KZ CRN reviewed by Jaytiss
3.8
Reviewer Score
Jaytiss Youtube Channel
KZ CRN reviewed by Nymz
2
Reviewer Score
Moondrop Crescent Details
Driver Configuration: 1DD
Tuning Type: U-Shaped
Brand: Moondrop Top Moondrop IEMs
Price (Msrp): $30
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KZ CRN Details
Driver Configuration: 1DD+1BA+1Mag
Tuning Type: n/a
Brand: KZ Top KZ IEMs
Price (Msrp): $35
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Moondrop Crescent Gaming Score
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6.1Gaming Grade
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2.3Gaming Grade
E+Moondrop Crescent Scorings
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A-- The tonal character feels settled and versatile, with just a few gentle bumps. You can listen for hours without fatigue.
Average Technical Grade
B-- Technical ability is serviceable, keeping basic detail intact across simpler tracks. It keeps up with acoustic tracks without much fuss.
KZ CRN Scorings
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D-- Balance is severely off, producing a harsh, unpleasant listen regardless of genre. Long sessions quickly become exhausting.
Average Technical Grade
E+- Hopelessly smeared and congested, it struggles with basic instrument separation and loses detail even in simple tracks. Even casual listening quickly becomes tiring.
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