Tripowin x HBB Olina SE VS Moondrop May

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Tripowin x HBB Olina SE and Moondrop May are in-ear monitors. Tripowin x HBB Olina SE costs $79 while Moondrop May costs $65. Tripowin x HBB Olina SE is $14 more expensive. Moondrop May holds a clear 0.6-point edge in reviewer scores (5.9 vs 6.5). Moondrop May has significantly better bass with a 1-point edge, Moondrop May has slightly better mids with a 0.3-point edge and Tripowin x HBB Olina SE has better treble with a 0.5-point edge.

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Metric Tripowin x HBB Olina SE Moondrop May
Bass 6 7
Mids 6.3 6.5
Treble 5.5 5
Details 5 6.5
Soundstage 6 6
Imaging 5 6.5
Dynamics 5 5
Tonality 5.8 5.8
Technicalities 6.1 5.5

Tripowin x HBB Olina SE Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Crin Nymz Tim Tuned
Jays Audio Jaytiss Head-Fi.org
Bad Guy Good Audio

Average Reviewer Score:

5.9

Mixed

Moondrop May Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Tim Tuned Jaytiss
Head-Fi.org
Z-Reviews Audio Amigo Super* Review Web Search

Average Reviewer Score:

6.5

Cautiously Favorable

Reviews Comparison

Tripowin x HBB Olina SE reviewed by Jaytiss

Jaytiss 6 Reviewer Score
C+ Tuning
C+ Tech
It's a solid set for the price. Hard not to like, a little mellow.

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Mids: C+ Treble: C+ Dynamics: C+ Soundstage: B

Moondrop May reviewed by Jaytiss

Jaytiss 5.3 Reviewer Score
C- Tuning
D Tech
A very enjoyable listen, hard to fault at this price and design. Could be a winner for you.

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Mids: C+ Treble: D Dynamics: C+ Soundstage: B
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Tripowin x HBB Olina SE reviewed by Tim Tuned

Tim Tuned 5 Reviewer Score
C+ Tuning
A- Tech
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Bass: A- Mids: A+ Treble: B

Moondrop May reviewed by Tim Tuned

Tim Tuned 5.5 Reviewer Score
B- Tuning
A- Tech
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Bass: A- Mids: A+ Treble: A-

Tripowin x HBB Olina SE reviewed by Head-Fi.org

Head-Fi.org 6.7 * score rescaled + normalized
4 community members have rated the Tripowin x HBB Olina SE at an average of 4.3/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Excellent.

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Moondrop May reviewed by Head-Fi.org

Head-Fi.org 6.3 * score rescaled + normalized
7 community members have rated the MOONDROP MAY at an average of 4.0/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Very Positive.

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Tripowin x HBB Olina SE (more reviews)

Tripowin x HBB Olina SE reviewed by Bad Guy Good Audio

Bad Guy Good Audio 7.1 Reviewer Score
B Tuning
A+ Tech
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Bass: B Mids: A- Treble: B

Tripowin x HBB Olina SE reviewed by Jays Audio

Jays Audio 6 Reviewer Score
A Tuning
B+ Tech
Cheapest holographic staging you can get. Very smooth overall with little uneveness. Double Olina filter mod (or SE version) fixes the uppermid and treble brightness from OG while maintaining technicalities. Smoother and better fit than Airship. Get it on sale.

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Tripowin x HBB Olina SE reviewed by Crin

Crin 5.5 Reviewer Score
B+ Tuning
C+ Tech
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Tripowin x HBB Olina SE reviewed by Nymz

Nymz 5.1 Reviewer Score
C+ Tuning
C+ Tech
No brainer purchase with a slightly better tuning of the 100$ legend, with less agressive upper-mids/treble.

Nymz original ranking

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Bass: C+ Mids: C+ Treble: C+ Details: C+ Imaging: C+

Moondrop May (more reviews)

Moondrop May reviewed by Z-Reviews

Z-Reviews 7.5 * score rescaled + normalized
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Moondrop May reviewed by Audio Amigo

Audio Amigo 7 * score rescaled + normalized
A DSP IEM that sounds fantastic with both the Default DSP cable, and a standard 3.5mm analog cable. Great build, good case, and the ability to change the tuning using the Moondrop Link App add up to a fantastic All-Rounder with great versatility and good technical performance. Competes with the Aria 2 and the EW300 very well.

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Moondrop May reviewed by Super* Review

Super* Review 7* * score rescaled + normalized
The May is the way to go if you have 80 bucks. Standard EQ sounds great. Nice low contrast neutral sound

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Moondrop May reviewed by Web Search

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Web Search 7 Reviewer Score
A Tuning
B+ Tech

The Moondrop May offers a convenient USB-C DSP cable with multiple EQ presets accessible via the Moondrop Link app, though the app suffers from connectivity issues and requires invasive permissions like location and file access. Its lightweight resin build provides solid comfort for extended wear, but the included ear tips are notoriously difficult to install on the nozzles. The DSP cable itself can exhibit a faint electronic whine during audio pauses, which disrupts calls or quiet passages.

Sonically, the May delivers a balanced signature with smooth, natural midrange, though male vocals occasionally lack resolution and texture. The 6mm planar driver handles treble with refinement, avoiding harshness, but struggles with airiness and micro-detail retrieval compared to competitors like the Truthear Hexa. Bass texture and layering also fall short despite the hybrid 1DD + 1 planar configuration, leading to a somewhat one-dimensional low end in complex tracks.

Technical performance is adequate for the price, with a moderately intimate soundstage and competent imaging, though instrument separation and dynamics can feel congested in busy mixes. The May scales better with analog cables than its own DSP solution, revealing improved clarity and midrange texture when bypassing the stock setup. While the DSP concept is innovative, execution issues limit its appeal, making the May a competent but inconsistent package at $65.

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Tripowin x HBB Olina SE User Review Score

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Tripowin x HBB Olina SE Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

6

Gaming Grade

B

Moondrop May Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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Gaming Score

5.6

Gaming Grade

B-

Tripowin x HBB Olina SE Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

B-
  • Tonality is generally agreeable, though a few bumps remind you of its limits. Certain tracks spotlight its tonal quirks.

Average Technical Grade

B
  • Overall technicalities are acceptable, delivering enough clarity for casual sessions. Imaging is serviceable though not immersive.
Bass B
Expect a solid thump that keeps the rhythm engaging yet controlled. Sub-bass presence is supportive, not overwhelming.
Mids B
It offers engaging mid frequencies with pleasing clarity and layering. Details emerge without becoming harsh.
Treble B-
Treble is decent, offering acceptable extension without harshness. It balances presence with a touch of restraint.
Dynamics C+
It offers fair punch and contrast, though micro-dynamics could be sharper. Impact is satisfying for day-to-day use.
Soundstage B
The presentation supplies a believable venue outline where each instrument owns its pocket of space. The stage opens up nicely for live cuts.
Details C+
Decent detail retrieval that handles most textures while leaving some micro-information understated. Most textures come through cleanly.
Imaging C+
The stage feels orderly, guiding your ear across positions without confusion. Depth layering is hinted and believable.
Gaming B
Decent spatial awareness for fundamental positioning. Creates satisfying atmosphere in story-driven games while handling basic directional cues.

Moondrop May 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-
  • Overall technicalities are acceptable, delivering enough clarity for casual sessions. Imaging is serviceable though not immersive.
Bass A-
The bass hits with conviction, offering both punch and clarity. It reaches low with confidence and control.
Mids B+
The mids are articulate and well-balanced, lending body to instruments. Instrument layering remains stable.
Treble C+
Highs come through with reasonable clarity while staying mostly smooth. Sibilance is mostly controlled.
Dynamics C+
Dynamic performance is decent, delivering respectable macro swings with limited nuance. There's a fair amount of macrodynamic swing.
Soundstage B
You can map the ensemble with confidence thanks to solid spacing and coherent depth layering. Ambient effects feel believable.
Gaming B-
Moderate spatial presentation conveys general directionality. Suitable for casual play where precision isn't critical.

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