Tanchjim Bunny VS Tanchjim NORA

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Tanchjim Bunny lands as a tiny, cute, ultra-cheap $20 brawler that punches way up. It’s a single dynamic with a clever acoustic maze back-chamber that keeps reflections in check, yielding surprisingly holographic space for something this small. The tuning sits neutral-leaning and intimate—vocals and guitars feel close, detailed, and clean, without the “in-your-face hurts” problem. Bass isn’t a bloated “basshead bomb,” but when fed heavy tracks it digs deep and stays composed; on normal music it behaves, staying tight and controlled.

Build and kit are simple but right where they need to be: detachable 2-pin cable, in-line mic, basic tips (swap to Render-style tips for best seal). There are two versions in the wild—this regular 3.5 mm set and a DSP cable version—yet even straight analog on a neutral source the Bunny sounds shockingly grown-up. Net take: this is a 5:1 value play that can hang with many $100 IEMs, delivering clarity, intimacy, and satisfying low-end control at a price that feels unreal. If the goal is “cheap that actually slaps,” Bunny ears up.

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Tanchjim NORA lands as a monitor-tuned set: a single dynamic with dual magnets aimed at mixing/mastering, not Friday-night fun. The presentation is flat, neutral, low-energy—the “plain hamburger” of IEMs—delivering the track as-is without sauce, sparkle, or party tricks. Expect honesty over hype: music quality and recording flaws show up immediately.

It’s very sensitive, revealing amp hiss on noisier chains yet taking power without complaint; bass stays dead flat and the treble avoids harshness while refusing to sweeten anything. This is a homework IEM: great for students or engineers who need a budget reference to judge balance, timbre, and mix decisions rather than to vibe out. Pleasure listening isn’t the brief; accuracy is.

Build is neat: a tiny, see-through shell with a glass back, a big nozzle for the size, and an interchangeable-termination cable (balanced or single-ended) that’ll puzzle some studio folks but proves handy. Fit can be quirky—small body/large nozzle means tip rolling, with even SS tips included for smaller ears. At around $120, it’s a respectable, purpose-built tool: boring by design, and the right kind of boring when the job is to tell the truth.

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Build & comfort punch above the price: a tiny, exceedingly comfortable single-DD shell with a translucent finish, secure metal-lipped nozzle, and a soft cable with in-line mic/remote and a chin slider that actually stays put. The two-pin socket is non-standard, so cable swapping is limited. Accessories are generous for the money—two full tip sets, pouch, booklet—and the 3.5 mm mic version or USB-C option makes it an easy daily carry, especially for small ears.

Tonally this is a chill, non-fatiguing listen with a balanced signature, smooth midrange, and vocals that sit naturally up front. Bass isn’t overdone yet carries enough weight, while treble has a touch of upper-air sparkle that keeps things lively without turning sharp. Imaging and depth are surprisingly good for the bracket, making the Bunny equally at home with music and casual media.

Against peers, it recalls sets like Dunu KIMA and NiceHCK NX8 in overall contour, but the Bunny’s slight warmth and extension make it feel more easy-going and engaging. Older Tanchjim models (e.g., Hana) come off a bit “mid,” and while Kara may edge it technically, Bunny’s tuning is simply more relaxed and agreeable. Impedance adapters didn’t meaningfully change response (and can be risky for amps), so stock is the move. Verdict: a solid B (7.7 / three stars) with a strong recommendation at the price—arguably a top pick under $25 and a great giftable IEM for everyday listening.

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Nora goes back to Tanchjim’s roots: a single DMT5 DD, vented pressure relief, no switches/nozzles/DSP — just a clean execution of the house target around ~$110. The tuning leans a touch more vocal-centric than recent releases, with a slight sub-bass dip and a sharpened 3–4.5 kHz focus from the Hemholtz resonator, creating stronger contrast between bass and mids and a more U-shaped impression than the graph suggests.

Female vocals carry a crisp leading edge and cut through mixes with ease; energetic singers shine, while softer, breathier voices can come off a bit over-sharpened. The bass shelf is present yet carefully lowered to keep balance, though the transition between sub-bass and mid-bass isn’t always seamless and can make the set feel inconsistent track-to-track.

Treble is lively and extended without obvious peaks, staging is big and open, and the small, lightweight shell with the modular cable makes for easy daily use; detail retrieval and imaging are snappy enough to make gaming a surprisingly good fit. Overall, Nora prioritizes mid presence and clarity over warmth and texture, delivering a clear, vocal-forward listen that fits the brand’s DNA while staying within budget constraints.