Truthear Hexa VS Tangzu Waner 2

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Legendary Series kickoff: Truthear Hexa gets a “legacy” deep-dive with a community poll deciding its status—60% yes votes puts it on a Hall-of-Fame list; otherwise it’s a “legendary failure.” Notable praise exists: Super* Review gave a rare five-star, Resolve called it “insanely good”, and Crinacle rated it A+ for tone and B for tech, on par with far pricier favorites. The review asks a single question throughout: is Hexa truly legendary, merely noteworthy, or just another competent IEM?

Build and kit are a mixed bag. The shell pairs a smoky resin body with a black metal faceplate and a comfortable, compact fit; the recessed 2-pin means flat-pin cables won’t seat properly. The stock tips are excellent and genuinely useful, but the cable feels thin, tangles easily, and the channel markings are hard to read; the case is serviceable but plain. Overall presentation: solid shell, great tips, forgettable cable and case.

Sonically, Hexa presents neutral-leaning tonality with airy, detailed upper mids—sparkly, airy, dreamy—and a measurement curve that looks “right,” yet in-ear performance exposes anemic bass and limited slam/dynamics. Technicalities are decent rather than class-leading; staging isn’t the holographic showcase some might want. Comparisons note Truthear Nova (more bass but hot upper-mids), and alternatives like AFUL Explorer, Moondrop Aria 2, and other well-tuned planars as potentially stronger all-rounders depending on taste. Final take: a respectful 7/10—tonally appealing and special in ways, but not personally crowned legendary; the community vote makes the call.

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TANGZU Wan’er 2 comes across as a balanced, clean all-rounder with decent treble extension and a good bass dose for the money. Bass texture and top-end refinement are okay for a $20 set, while vocals are clear but a touch less “sweet” due to a 3–6 kHz dip that reins in shout. Versus the original Wan’er, this version brings a bit more treble air, a slightly larger stage, and sharper imaging. The shell is simple and light (plastic), though tip rolling helps with fit around the edges. Overall: solid tuning and execution—just not a standout in today’s crowded budget field.

In context of 2025’s $20 class, Wan’er 2 sits among a sea of competent all-rounders. KZ’s ultra-cheap options push value hard, while sets like Zero Ultima, Tanchjim Bunny, and others tend to sound smoother and a touch more refined up top; DSP models (e.g., EW100 DSP, Tanya DSP) add flexibility for EQ. Technicals are on par for the bracket—natural timbre, pleasing overall performance—though certain competitors (Zero Ultima, Bunny, KZ PRX planar) edge it on resolution. Verdict: an easy blind pick if there’s no similar IEM in the collection or as a giftable beater, a slight upgrade over the OG Wan’er, but owners of comparable sets can skip and save for a bigger step (think Zenith, EW300, EM6L).

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Truthear Hexa targets the sweet spot at $80 with a hybrid 1DD + 3BA array and a tuning that hugs a neutral reference. Build is clean and understated: metal faceplate over a translucent 3D-printed shell, compact “medium-small” footprint, and a straight 6.2 mm nozzle that holds tips securely. The stock cable isn’t flashy but handles beautifully, and the lightweight set fits securely and comfortably—easy ingress/egress, even sleep-friendly. Accessories are simple but useful (soft pouch, multiple silicone sets, foam tips).

Sonically, this is genuinely neutral with a light sub-bass lift for body, centered vocals, and treble that’s smooth yet well-extended without plasticky BA glare. Cymbals and brushes have convincing timbre, micro-detail is respectable, and imaging is solid for the price (not exaggerated). Bass quantity sits in a Goldilocks zone—never boomy—though the attack is a touch soft, trading incisiveness for ease. Technical performance overachieves for the bracket, but it’s not a giant-killer; and that neutral tonality won’t flatter weak recordings.

Contextually, Hexa’s tonality edges out close rivals: more warmth than ER2XR’s leaner lower mids, smoother and more natural treble timbre than Legacy 4 (which answers back with snappier bass texture and punchier separation), and less incisive but more extended top-end than Blessing 2, which still leads in midrange resolution and imaging sharpness. Aggregate take: five stars for value and tuning coherence—an easy recommendation at this price for listeners aligned with a neutral, mid-focused, clean presentation and a comfortable, compact fit.

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Truthear Hexa brings a clean, neutral presentation in a sturdy, smoky shell where the drivers are visible. The fit is slightly larger than some rivals but still comfortable, with solid build integrity at the price. Accessories are generous—familiar Truthear cable (similar to the Zero), a pouch, and multiple tip options—though the cable feels a step below premium inclusions elsewhere.

Sonically, Hexa focuses on micro detail, clarity, and coherence, delivering more revealing male/female vocals than warmer sets. For gaming, it shines with precise imaging, depth, and verticality—excellent directional audio for tactical cues—while remaining composed in busy scenes. In close-quarters maps a warmer set like Dunu Kima can feel more “atmospheric,” but Hexa’s neutrality keeps separation crisp; in open-world/Battle Royale scenarios it’s confidently competitive and sits near the Zero in overall positional performance. At around $80, it’s an easy add to the budget recommendation list for music, casual play, and competitive gaming alike.

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The Tangzu Wan’er 2 sticks to the original’s vocal-centric V-shape and upgrades the package: a nicer two-pin cable, better accessories including premium ear tips, and an optional USB-C version (no DSP baked in). Build shifts to a slightly thicker shell with shorter, wider nozzles; comfort is broadly good, though smaller ears may prefer the original’s longer nozzle profile. Sensitivity is higher and impedance lower, which makes it easy to drive—yet the USB-C cable’s minimum volume can be a touch hot on some phones, so low-volume listeners may prefer the 3.5 mm version.

Sonically, bass is tastefully boosted with satisfying punch and rumble without spilling into the mids. The midrange carries a warm tint and puts female vocals front and center, presenting harmonics with energy but avoiding nasal glare; percussion and upper-instrument shimmer sit a step back for a non-fatiguing treble that could use a hint more sparkle. Technicalities are solid for the price—clean separation, competent imaging, and a stage that’s modest but organized—roughly in line with strong budget single-DD peers, if not at the class-leaders’ resolving tier.

Versus competitors, Tanchjim Bunny (DSP) runs brighter and leaner with better phone ergonomics; 7Hz Zero 2 is warmer with bigger sub-bass; Moondrop Chu 2 gives smoother, brighter instrument harmonics. Crucially, Wan’er 2 sounds nearly identical to the original with a touch more top-end sheen, so it isn’t an upgrade for existing owners—unless the draw is the cable and tips. Not for bassheads or trebleheads, but as a female-vocal specialist that’s capable enough everywhere else, the value of the new accessories pushes it from “but that’s nice” to “this is brilliant” on the Audio Amigo scale, especially as a first-IEM kit.

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The second generation arrives with a welcome move to a flat 2-pin connector and a better tip pack (balanced set plus red silicone), which already fixes the biggest complaints about the OG. Beyond hardware, the tuning shifts are modest on paper but meaningful in practice: a touch more ear-gain around 2 kHz and extra upper-treble energy. This makes the set sound more forward and seemingly easier to drive at low volumes, adding some perceived clarity and air.

That same recipe narrows the appeal at typical listening levels. The added brightness can increase fatigue and upset the OG’s easy balance, even if there is a hint of wider stage and more apparent detail. For listeners who keep volumes low, the II can feel clearer and a bit more spacious; for most others, the original’s smoother midrange and broader genre versatility remain more convincing.

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Tangzu Wan’er 2 Jade Dragon is a $30 single dynamic set done in collaboration with Audio One, packaged like a mini special edition: a bigger box, a surprisingly handy magnetic pouch, wide-bore Sankai eartips (instead of the usual standard tips), a cable, and a fancy cloth. The transparent jade-green shell with the dragon motif looks sharp and wears well—no aggressive custom contours, making the fit easy for small ears. The cable offers 3.5 mm (with/without mic) or Type-C with mic; it works fine for the price, but the papery feel, memory retention, and lack of a chin slider are noted.

Tonally, this edition follows the Wan’er 2’s mid-centric tuning: enough bass to counter the upper mids, but nothing for bassheads. The issue spot is the upper mids—especially with the included wide-bore Sankai tips—which can push vocals into shouty territory. Swap tips and the balance improves, though the ~2.5 kHz rise can still feel a bit forward/fatiguing over time. Treble quantity is “just right” for most, with no harsh peaks jumping out, and overall technicalities sit around the average of today’s $20–$50 field—an audible step over the original Wan’er, but still within class expectations.

Against peers, the original Wan’er plays a touch warmer, with slightly more bass and less vocal emphasis, yielding a more natural midrange. The regular Wan’er 2 and Jade Dragon sound essentially the same; differences are likely unit variation, with the real changes being design and tip choice. For first-timers, alternatives like the Moondrop Chu/Chu 2 and Sava Balanced offer more bass-friendly or balanced approaches and gentler upper mids. Recommendation: grab Jade Dragon if the colorway appeals and a mid-centric flavor is the goal; skip it if sensitive to shout or craving more low-end. Verdict: a two-out-of-three-stars value—smart bundle and decent tuning, but hampered by the wide-bore tip choice out of the box.

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$24 and surprisingly dressed to impress: flashy anime box art, a tidy accessory layout, and a whole box of ear tips including textured silicones that grip like an orange-peel finish. The stock 3.5 mm cable is fine at this price (red/blue channel markers earn a wink), though a nicer wire would be welcome; there’s also a 4.4 mm version available. Build is toy-plastic light yet good-looking with white inlay and gold trim, tiny L/R markings, and no case in the package. Under the hood: a single 10 mm PET diaphragm dynamic driver that keeps things simple in the best way.

Fit can be quirky—the stiff earhook loop and modest nozzle rake may fight some ears—so tip rolling (think Dunu S&S or stiffer “Render” tips) and even a cable swap can help secure the seal and clean up the sound. Once seated, the tuning swings from punchy and energetic to smooth and whisper-delicate without flinching, punching well above its bracket—easily toe-to-toe with sets in the $70–$100 crowd. Minor gripes aside (fit, plasticky shell, wish-it-were-better cable), the value is undeniable: a full recommendation and an easy pick for gifting or daily carry when the goal is pure price-to-performance fun.