Oriolus Mellianus VS Lime Ears Incognita

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Lime Ears Incognita arrives as part of the brand’s Power Trio with Terra and Maris, carrying a $1,700 tag and build that feels suitably premium. The shell isolates well, grips tips securely, and wears a striking, lava-flecked faceplate; the leather case looks and feels durable. The included cable on this sample appears non-final but is notably supple and well-behaved.

Sonically, the tuning hits that sweet overlap of impactful, detailed, and lively. Bass is rich and thick yet controlled—elevated without turning the mix muddy—while a tasteful dip around 4–5 kHz keeps upper energy in check and contributes to an easy, coherent tonality. Versus Terra, Incognita trims some “sparkle/air,” yielding a slightly more bass-forward and less fatiguing listen that still carries incisive detail and a fun swing.

Comparisons underline the balance: “graph twins” like the Jazier 61T can look similar but don’t match the Incognita’s resolution and texture; Truthear Nova and Binary Dino Quattro bring more upper-air energy with quirks; EM10 reads more V-shaped; Dunu Glacier impresses but can come off a bit shouty. At a similar tier, Symphonium × Elysian Europa trades blows, while Acoustics Lab Apostle offers extra sparkle and mid focus—Incognita counters with fuller low-end weight and a slightly V-leaning balance. With excellent fit, strong isolation, and a tuning that stays engaging without fatigue, Incognita stands out as a fantastic all-rounder that warrants a serious demo for veteran listeners.

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Seven-driver advanced hybrid (2DD + 5BA) tuned as a shallower V: bass and treble sit just under the mids so the presentation reads vocal- and mid-centric. Lime Ears’ BA work shows uncommon resolution + timbre together, yielding clean articulation without plasticky tone. Compared with its siblings, this is the genuine “middle brother”—more balanced than Terra, not as weighty or deep as Maris, and aimed squarely at listeners who prioritize vocals and coherence.

The dual-DD bass is tidy—no bloat or boom—showing texture and a proper level with a lightly pulled-back sub-bass; mid-bass retains enough weight to keep vocals natural. Treble strikes a neutral, well-judged balance; higher-volume listening can make the mids come forward a touch, while lower volumes feel spot on. Stage has notable width and space, with precise imaging; overall depth and immersion trail the Maris, but separation and clarity remain high.