Tanchim One VS Tangzu Waner 2

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Tanchim One and Tangzu Waner 2 are in-ear monitors. Tanchim One costs $30 while Tangzu Waner 2 costs $25. Tanchim One is $5 more expensive. Tangzu Waner 2 holds a decisive 3.6-point edge in reviewer scores (2.3 vs 5.9). Tangzu Waner 2 has significantly better mids with a 2-point edge, Tangzu Waner 2 has significantly better treble with a 4-point edge, Tangzu Waner 2 has significantly better dynamics with a 4-point edge and Tangzu Waner 2 has significantly better soundstage with a 2-point edge.

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Metric Tanchim One Tangzu Waner 2
Mids 4 6
Treble 1 5
Soundstage 3 5
Dynamics 1 5
Tonality 2.3 6.4
Technicalities 1 5.7
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Tanchim One Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Jaytiss

Average Reviewer Score:

2.3

Very Negative


Tangzu Waner 2 Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Jays Audio
Z-Reviews
Jaytiss Kois Archive Head-Fi.org
Audio Amigo

Average Reviewer Score:

5.9

Mixed


Reviews Comparison

Tanchim One reviewed by Jaytiss

Jaytiss 2.3 Reviewer Score
E+ Tuning
E- Tech
Dull, but not terrible. Good value and a solid pick for the price.

Jaytiss original ranking

Jaytiss Youtube Channel
Mids: C- Treble: E- Dynamics: E- Soundstage: D

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Tangzu Waner 2 reviewed by Audio Amigo

Audio Amigo 7 * score rescaled + normalized
The original Wan'Er. But with a better cable, better build, a full set of Tang Sancai Tips, and a nicer, more premium feeling build. Same great vocal focused sound.

Audio Amigo original ranking

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Tangzu Waner 2 reviewed by Kois Archive

Kois Archive 6.2 Reviewer Score
A- Tuning
A- Tech
Rating: B- | Value: ⭐⭐ | Comfort: 10 green and a pouch. same tuning as waner 2 comes with sancai wide bore

Kois Archive original ranking

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Tangzu Waner 2 reviewed by Z-Reviews

Z-Reviews 5.5 * score rescaled + normalized

Tangzu Waner 2 reviewed by Jays Audio

Jays Audio 4 Reviewer Score
B+ Tuning
C+ Tech
Balanced All-rounder. Basically the same as OG Waner but with a little more treble air, helps boost resolution and imaging by a tiny tiny bit. Accesories are great for the price, sancai tips + nice cable

Jays Audio original ranking

Jays Audio Youtube Channel

Tangzu Waner 2 reviewed by Head-Fi.org

Head-Fi.org 6.4 * score rescaled + normalized
15 community members have rated the Tangzu Waner 2 at an average of 4.1/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Very Positive.

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Tanchim One User Review Score

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Tanchim One Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

1.4

Gaming Grade

E-

Tangzu Waner 2 Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

5.9

Gaming Grade

B-

Tanchim One Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

E+
  • Tuning is chaotic and fatiguing, with clashing frequencies that make long sessions unbearable. Every song demands frequent volume adjustments.

Average Technical Grade

E-
  • Everything sounds flat and suffocated, with even elementary passages losing definition and energy. Expect little in the way of micro-details.
Mids C-
Midrange is passable yet unrefined, revealing grain and occasional harshness. It sounds a bit grainy on detailed recordings.
Treble E-
Highs sound veiled and distant, draining life from the mix. Hi-hats fade before they start.
Dynamics E-
Dynamic expression is extremely poor, draining impact from every hit. Notes lack the startle or decay they need.
Soundstage D
The presentation sketches a narrow arc while leaving the vertical and frontal layers untouched. Complex mixes blur together quickly.
Gaming E-
Compromised imaging significantly impacts gameplay awareness. Directional cues often lack accuracy or consistency.

Tangzu Waner 2 Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

B
  • Expect a friendly tonal balance that could use polish but remains inviting. Great for casual listening, less so for purists.

Average Technical Grade

B-
  • Technical ability is serviceable, keeping basic detail intact across simpler tracks. It keeps up with acoustic tracks without much fuss.
Mids B
It offers engaging mid frequencies with pleasing clarity and layering. Details emerge without becoming harsh.
Treble C+
Treble is decent, offering acceptable extension without harshness. It balances presence with a touch of restraint.
Dynamics C+
Expect solid impact overall, even if finer gradations feel a touch smoothed. Micro-details could still be sharper.
Soundstage C+
Decent spatial presentation with noticeable width and a modest step forward in depth perception. There's a mild sense of width to enjoy.
Gaming B-
Moderate spatial presentation conveys general directionality. Suitable for casual play where precision isn't critical.

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