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Gizaudio x Binary Chopin

  • Jays Audio: If Harman wasn't boring and had a few drinks
  • Gizaudio Axel: Harman tuning with excellent bass, clean mids, extended treble, and balanced tonality with great detail.
  • Jaytiss: Solid set, thin mids. Slightly bright at times.
  • Super* Review: Best Collab IEM in years. It's a nice clean tonality. Fantastic vocal presentation. Added low end warmth.
  • IEMRanking AI: The Gizaudio x Binary Chopin offers a Harman-inspired sound with notable sub-bass emphasis and a generally clean midrange. While its bass delivers satisfying depth and punch, some listeners may find...
Tuning: A- Tech: A- Bass: A- Mids: A- Treble: B Dynamics: A+ Soundstage: A Details: A Imaging: A-
Harman-inspired with bass boost 1DD+3BA Gizaudio x Binary Chopin review by jays-audio Gizaudio x Binary Chopin review by gizaudio-axel Gizaudio x Binary Chopin review by jaytiss Gizaudio x Binary Chopin review by super-review Gizaudio x Binary Chopin review by iemranking Gizaudio x Binary Chopin review by shuwa-t Gizaudio x Binary Chopin review by z-reviews
7.6
7.1
8.8
A-

CrinEar Daybreak

  • Jays Audio: Here we go again. Basically the same tuning as P50 and SL224 but doesn't come with clear tips, so stock silicones are not as smooth as the other two, but tips are cheap so not a big deal, still good...
  • Jaytiss: Lacks silky treble, but it's fine. But fine isn't good enough.
  • Super* Review: Spot-on tonality. Everything sounds very natural and not contrasty. Vocal texturing is above average. Low-contrast sound signature. Bass is not that tight.
  • IEMRanking AI: The CrinEar Daybreak delivers a well-balanced sound signature tuned to the IEF Preference 2025 curve, offering natural tonality with a controlled bass boost and detailed mids. While the stock...
Tuning: A Tech: A- Mids: A+ Treble: B Dynamics: A+ Soundstage: A
IEF Neutral with bass boost 1DD+2BA+2micro-planar CrinEar Daybreak review by jays-audio CrinEar Daybreak review by jaytiss CrinEar Daybreak review by super-review CrinEar Daybreak review by iemranking
7.4
7.2
A-

Tanchjim Fission

  • Jays Audio: Exact same driver and tuning as the Origin (with middle dial on S-SILVER NOZZLE) but with less premium build/design/cable/case - a welcomed hit for better value. Clean, neutral, balanced, full, and...
  • Jaytiss: Such a Fantastic little set.
  • IEMRanking AI: The Tanchjim Fission delivers a notably neutral with vocal-forward presentation in its default configuration, emphasizing clarity and articulation in the midrange without excessive coloration. Bass...
Tuning: A Tech: A Mids: A+ Treble: A+ Dynamics: B Soundstage: A+
Neutral, vocal-focused (customizable) 1DD Tanchjim Fission review by jays-audio Tanchjim Fission review by jaytiss Tanchjim Fission review by iemranking Tanchjim Fission review by z-reviews
7.3
7.7
A-

KEFINE Quatio

  • Jays Audio: A bassy all-rounder, and cleaner Doscinco for $100 less. Very versatile with the different nozzles - goes from bassy to clean all-rounder. Solid packaging and accesories. Competitive tech, but not as...
  • Gizaudio Axel: Deep bass with strong impact, natural mids with good timbre, and smooth treble with solid detail. Lower treble can get a bit energetic, and upper treble lacks some air. An engaging sound signature...
  • Jaytiss: Fun set, nice subbass.
  • IEMRanking AI: The KEFINE Quatio impresses with its premium build quality and versatile tuning options. Its lightweight aluminum alloy shells offer both durability and comfort, while the included modular cable with...
Tuning: A Tech: B+ Mids: A- Treble: B Dynamics: A+ Soundstage: A+
Adjustable (Nozzle Swap) 2DD+2BA KEFINE Quatio review by jays-audio KEFINE Quatio review by gizaudio-axel KEFINE Quatio review by jaytiss KEFINE Quatio review by iemranking
7.2
7.1
A-

Aful Explorer

  • Jays Audio: High volume set, very immersive, scales great with no sharpness, wide staging, enough detail/extension, good bass, just crank it up and enjoy the music.
  • Gizaudio Axel: Smooth, relaxing tuning, great bass with good slam, rich mid-range, safe treble. Upper mids may be too relaxed for some, treble is a bit dark. Perfect for rock and metal.
  • Jaytiss: I own two and gave two away. So yeah, I kinda like it.
  • Super* Review: Relaxed upper mid-range. Vocals sound a little bit more forward than instruments. Smooth treble performance.
Tuning: A- Tech: B+ Bass: B+ Mids: B+ Treble: B+ Dynamics: A Soundstage: A Details: B+ Imaging: B+
bass-boosted neutral 1DD+2BA Aful Explorer review by jays-audio Aful Explorer review by gizaudio-axel Aful Explorer review by jaytiss Aful Explorer review by super-review Aful Explorer review by smirk-audio Aful Explorer review by shuwa-t Aful Explorer review by z-reviews
7.1
6.8
A-

EPZ P50

  • Jays Audio: Clean balanced tuning done right. A better tuned MEGA5EST & MOONDROP Meteor with fuller low-end, and more treble extension, same tech, but more dynamic - also half the price. A Mega5EST with better...
  • Jaytiss: For me this has some oddities. It would be higher if those weren't there.
  • Tim Tuned: Pros: Beautifully done tuning all around. Cons: Nitpick: Bass dynamic could be better.
  • Super* Review: Bass can be a little bit on the distracting side if you are looking for a neutral sound signature. Contrasty meta-tuning.
Tuning: A- Tech: A- Bass: A+ Mids: S- Treble: A+ Dynamics: B Soundstage: A+
n/a 1DD+2BA+2Planar EPZ P50 review by jays-audio EPZ P50 review by gizaudio-axel EPZ P50 review by jaytiss EPZ P50 review by tim-tuned EPZ P50 review by super-review
7
7.3
9.5
A-

Pula PA02

  • Jays Audio: Just get Odyssey it's better. Dreamy/airy treble presentation with genres like indie, slow-rock, ballads, singer-songwriter. Immersive/forward vocals that scales nicely. Bass is ok, a little boomy....
  • Gizaudio Axel: Great tuning, fantastic vocals.
  • Jaytiss: Great tone, lacks dynamic treble, but overall solid for the price and very enjoyable.
  • Tim Tuned: Pros: Great across the board. Cons: Bass decay slightly too short.
Tuning: A- Tech: B+ Bass: A- Mids: A Treble: A- Dynamics: C+ Soundstage: A+
Neutral 1DD+3BA Pula PA02 review by jays-audio Pula PA02 review by gizaudio-axel Pula PA02 review by jaytiss Pula PA02 review by tim-tuned Pula PA02 review by z-reviews
7
6.9
A-

Dunu Kima 2

  • Jays Audio: Warm-neutral, relaxing set, great cable, build, and accessories. Vocals are a bit soft, not fully extended, could use more air, but overall decent if you want a comfortable listen
  • Jaytiss: Just fantastic dynamic driver. Hard not to love it.
Tuning: B+ Tech: B+ Mids: A+ Treble: A- Dynamics: B Soundstage: A+
n/a n/a Dunu Kima 2 review by jays-audio Dunu Kima 2 review by gizaudio-axel Dunu Kima 2 review by jaytiss Dunu Kima 2 review by z-reviews
7
6.7
B+

Kiwi Ears KE4

  • Jays Audio: Just get Odyssey it's better. Warm/bassy with solid vocal and treble extension (not buried) that scales really well with good treble air to not sound too intimate. Has a fuller noteweight with one of...
  • Gizaudio Axel: Great Meta tuning. Could use more detail, not very engaging. Solid reference.
  • Jaytiss: It's boring. So boring, like mega boring to the max.
  • Tim Tuned: Pros: Almost dead neutral tuning in the best of ways. Cons: Lacks excitement, bass is alright.
  • Super* Review: New Meta tuned IEM. This gives you a bass boost and it's not the best bass. If you want the Hexa + Bass this is what you want.
  • Fresh Reviews: A B for Valorant
Tuning: A- Tech: A- Bass: A- Mids: S- Treble: A Dynamics: A- Soundstage: A+
Jm1 2DD+2BA Kiwi Ears KE4 review by jays-audio Kiwi Ears KE4 review by gizaudio-axel Kiwi Ears KE4 review by jaytiss Kiwi Ears KE4 review by tim-tuned Kiwi Ears KE4 review by super-review Kiwi Ears KE4 review by fresh-reviews Kiwi Ears KE4 review by z-reviews
6.9
6.6
6.5
B+

Kinera Celest Yaksha

  • Jaytiss: Great sonic Value, but has a few issues I'll talk of in the review.
  • IEMRanking AI: The Kinera Celest Yaksha combines a 2DD+1BA+1 micro-planar driver setup with a four-way crossover, resulting in a coherent yet distinctly V-shaped sound. Bass emphasis leans toward the mid-bass,...
Tuning: A- Tech: B Mids: A- Treble: B Dynamics: A+ Soundstage: A+
V-Shaped 2DD+1BA+1Micro-Planar Kinera Celest Yaksha review by jaytiss Kinera Celest Yaksha review by iemranking
6.9
6.3
B+

Kiwi Ears Airoso

  • Jays Audio: A sightly more airy/detailed EW300 with better timbre. Warm leaning all rounder with good dynamic contrast.
  • Jaytiss: Rich thick, enjoyable. Benchmark for me. Just epic.
  • IEMRanking AI: The Kiwi Ears Airoso offers a warm, smooth sound signature characterized by a full-bodied bass with satisfying sub-bass rumble and quick decay, though mid-bass impact remains reserved. Its midrange...
Tuning: A- Tech: B+ Mids: A- Treble: B Dynamics: A+ Soundstage: A-
Warm neutral 1DD+4BA Kiwi Ears Airoso review by jays-audio Kiwi Ears Airoso review by jaytiss Kiwi Ears Airoso review by iemranking Kiwi Ears Airoso review by z-reviews
6.9
6.7
B+

Kiwi Ears Aether

  • Jays Audio: Clean, balanced, with slight air boost in the treble. Bass sounds like a DD with great texture. Cheaper better tuned P5+2. Not as smooth as Timeless 2 with more dynamic contrast with a slight sizzle...
  • Gizaudio Axel: Balanced sound with clean bass, smooth mids, and detailed treble. Great clarity, wide soundstage, and natural timbre for a planar. Bass might be a bit light, and treble can be a little forward for...
  • Jaytiss: Not for bassheads, but one of the best planars I've ever heard.
  • Super* Review: A little bit spicy in the treble (like the other planars). Relaxed upper mid-range. Warmer tuning than S12. It's a decent IEM
Tuning: A- Tech: A Mids: A- Treble: S Dynamics: A- Soundstage: S-
n/a n/a Kiwi Ears Aether review by jays-audio Kiwi Ears Aether review by gizaudio-axel Kiwi Ears Aether review by jaytiss Kiwi Ears Aether review by super-review Kiwi Ears Aether review by fresh-reviews Kiwi Ears Aether review by z-reviews
6.8
7.9
B+

Kiwi Ears ETUDE

  • Jays Audio: Reverby, bouncy, and extended decay in the sub-bass. Unique bass play back and adds more texture to the low-end. Although reverb can bleed into the vocals - maybe the drivers work too well lol. A...
  • Jaytiss: This is a unique sound, for neutral I prefere Airoso.
  • IEMRanking AI: The Kiwi Ears Étude offers a distinctive listening experience centered around its Kiwi Vibration Transducer (KVT), which adds a subtle tactile sensation to bass frequencies. This isn’t a...
Tuning: A- Tech: B+ Mids: A- Treble: B Dynamics: A+ Soundstage: A-
V-shaped with tactile bass 1DD+3BA+1VT Kiwi Ears ETUDE review by jays-audio Kiwi Ears ETUDE review by jaytiss Kiwi Ears ETUDE review by iemranking
6.8
6.9
B+
$200

Etymotic ER4XR

  • Crin: A more mainstream tuning of the ER4S/SR with slightly boosted bass.
  • Precogvision: So. Darn. Boring. But yes, it's the BA benchmark.
Tuning: B Tech: B Bass: C+ Mids: A- Treble: C+ Dynamics: C+ Details: B Imaging: C+
Neutral 1BA Etymotic ER4XR review by crin Etymotic ER4XR review by precogvision Etymotic ER4XR review by super-review
6.8
6.2
B+

CCA HYDRO

  • Jays Audio: The best KZ so far, tuning swithces allow lots of options. Good tech, all-rounder sound with bass boost, but, KZ.
  • Jaytiss: When this hits, it's just a treasure. Insane value.
Tuning: A- Tech: B+ Mids: A- Treble: B Dynamics: A+ Soundstage: A-
V 2DD+8BA CCA HYDRO review by jays-audio CCA HYDRO review by jaytiss
6.8
6.9
B+

Truthear Nova

  • Jays Audio: NEED FOAM TIPS makes the treble smooth and clear. Very clean harman sound with smooth but well extended treble/one of the best treble under $200, no roll-off. The pinnacle of trying not to offend...
  • Gizaudio Axel: Harman-style sound signature with solid sub-bass, clean forward vocals, smooth treble extension, and great detail. Could use more bass, vocals can feel lean and a bit intense at times. A solid...
  • Jaytiss: Nice set, great bass. Too much upper mids.
  • Super* Review: A little bit thin and shrill sounding. Hexa costs half as much and it's the better IEM.
  • Smirk Audio: Borders C+
  • Fresh Reviews: Strengths: Overall clean sounding, works well with quicker pop genres (Jpop/Kpop). Weaknesses: Male vocals recessed, does not work well with the other half of Jpop/Kpop. Lower midrange suffers from...
Tuning: A- Tech: A- Bass: A- Mids: A- Treble: B+ Dynamics: A- Soundstage: A Details: A- Imaging: A-
harman 1DD+4BA Truthear Nova review by jays-audio Truthear Nova review by gizaudio-axel Truthear Nova review by jaytiss Truthear Nova review by tim-tuned Truthear Nova review by super-review Truthear Nova review by smirk-audio Truthear Nova review by fresh-reviews Truthear Nova review by shuwa-t
6.7
7
B+

AFUL MagicOne

  • Jaytiss: The resolution and clarity at this price is so lovely.
  • Super* Review: Sounds quite good but not exceptional. Not a lot of depth. Nothing is sharp or aggressive. Take it for what it is
  • Smirk Audio: Pleasant female vocals and decent bass. Male vocals are forward and treble has some grain.
Tuning: B+ Tech: B Bass: B+ Mids: A- Treble: B Dynamics: C+ Soundstage: A+ Details: A- Imaging: B
bass-boosted neutral 1BA AFUL MagicOne review by gizaudio-axel AFUL MagicOne review by jaytiss AFUL MagicOne review by super-review AFUL MagicOne review by smirk-audio AFUL MagicOne review by z-reviews
6.7
6.3
B+

Moondrop Kadenz

  • Jays Audio: Literally a more fancy Tangzu Xuan NV. Sounds basically the same but just with better packaging, cable/case, and build... but for $100 more?? Nah
  • Jaytiss: Great Cohessiveness and tonality. Upper air is very nice.
  • Tim Tuned: Nice physicality and punch. Better bass as most basy IEMs. Okay technicalities. Image Separation is not the widest but decent.
Tuning: B+ Tech: A- Bass: A- Mids: A- Treble: A+ Dynamics: B Soundstage: A-
Crin n/a Moondrop Kadenz review by jays-audio Moondrop Kadenz review by gizaudio-axel Moondrop Kadenz review by jaytiss Moondrop Kadenz review by tim-tuned Moondrop Kadenz review by super-review Moondrop Kadenz review by z-reviews
6.6
6.9
B+

Shozy P20

  • Jays Audio: T10 PRO better. Unique tuning with "speical sauce", warm but also sparkly in the treble without the uppermids becoming shouty (tamer uppermids). Great for kpop/jpop/pop and even hiphop and rock....
  • Jaytiss: The most non planar planar.
Tuning: B Tech: B Mids: C+ Treble: B Dynamics: C+ Soundstage: A-
n/a n/a Shozy P20 review by jays-audio Shozy P20 review by jaytiss Shozy P20 review by z-reviews
6.6
6.3
B+

Simgot EA1000

  • Jays Audio: Bright-leaning with the best bass texture at its price point, and one of the best under $500. Incredible resolution and clarity with stunning female vocals. Timbre is as natural as you can get given...
  • Jaytiss: The only Passive Radiator iem that doesn't make me want to vomit.
  • Tim Tuned: Technical performance is pretty solid. Bright leaning V-Shaped signature, but tasteful.
  • Super* Review: Can go to a C+ in some titles
Tuning: B- Tech: B+ Bass: A- Mids: A- Treble: B Dynamics: C- Soundstage: A-
n/a n/a Simgot EA1000 review by jays-audio Simgot EA1000 review by gizaudio-axel Simgot EA1000 review by jaytiss Simgot EA1000 review by tim-tuned Simgot EA1000 review by super-review Simgot EA1000 review by fresh-reviews Simgot EA1000 review by z-reviews
6.6
6.5
B+

Tri i3 Mk3

  • Jaytiss: Very nice neutral set, beautiful, but so many good sets.
  • Shuwa-T: Strengths: Pleasant signature with no major spikes in treble, zero planar timbre. Weaknesses: Bass quantity is on the lower side, highs are not as prominent.
Tuning: B+ Tech: B+ Bass: B Mids: A Treble: B+ Dynamics: D Soundstage: A- Details: A- Imaging: A-
Dead Neutral n/a Tri i3 Mk3 review by jaytiss Tri i3 Mk3 review by shuwa-t
6.6
6.8
B+
$120

Padsmith IEM

  • Jaytiss: Packaged like theiaudio iem... lol this hobby.
  • Fresh Reviews: Better in COD
Tuning: B Tech: C- Mids: B Treble: C- Dynamics: A- Soundstage: A+
n/a 1DD+1Planar Padsmith IEM review by jaytiss Padsmith IEM review by fresh-reviews Padsmith IEM review by z-reviews
6.6
4.2
B+

Letshuoer S08

  • Jays Audio: More uniquely tuned than other planars. Tamer uppermids, not as energetic, but still with great bass separation and tech. Timbre is good.
  • Jaytiss: Fantastic value product, really strong.
  • Super* Review: A little bit thick and poofy in the bass. Aful Explorer is better option.
  • Shuwa-T: Strengths: Warm tuning, really easy to listen to. Weaknesses: Treble isn't really well defined, separation between midrange and lower midrange isn't great either.
Tuning: B+ Tech: B+ Bass: B+ Mids: B+ Treble: B+ Dynamics: A- Soundstage: A- Details: B+ Imaging: B
n/a n/a Letshuoer S08 review by jays-audio Letshuoer S08 review by jaytiss Letshuoer S08 review by super-review Letshuoer S08 review by fresh-reviews Letshuoer S08 review by shuwa-t Letshuoer S08 review by z-reviews
6.5
6.7
B+

JUZEAR x Z Reviews Defiant

  • Jays Audio: Another all-rounder with good balance. Doesn't do anything right or wrong, but has qc issues with channel imbalance (and also my case ziper broke within a few weeks), it's ok but there are better...
  • Gizaudio Axel: Punchy bass, natural vocals, balanced tuning, great detail. Solid all-rounder.
  • Jaytiss: Fun engaging set!
  • Precogvision: Pleasant, neutral warm tuning with good treble extension that wholly belies its price point.
  • Tim Tuned: Pros: Great balanced tuning with a vocal emphasis.
  • Super* Review: Exciting and contrasty. Very well tuned. Sub-bass focused. Vocal area pretty well tuned. Treble surprisingly well tuned. Tasteful V-Shaped sound signature.
Tuning: A- Tech: B Bass: B+ Mids: A Treble: B+ Dynamics: B+ Soundstage: A+ Details: B Imaging: B
n/a 1DD+3BA JUZEAR x Z Reviews Defiant review by jays-audio JUZEAR x Z Reviews Defiant review by gizaudio-axel JUZEAR x Z Reviews Defiant review by jaytiss JUZEAR x Z Reviews Defiant review by precogvision JUZEAR x Z Reviews Defiant review by tim-tuned JUZEAR x Z Reviews Defiant review by super-review
6.5
6.6
B+

Ziigaat Lush

  • Jays Audio: A cleaner more technical AFUL Explorer with a more open sense of space and airier treble. High volume set. Very smooth and balanced at higher scaling - has a "Lush" and full sound. Mid-volume sounds...
  • Jaytiss: Mid mid focused set, I dig it.
  • Tim Tuned: Pros: Very niche relaxed tuning. Cons: Too compressed sounding for me.
  • Super* Review: Nice take on new-meta tuning. A little bit more relaxed but nice.
  • Fresh Reviews: Apex scores lower (B to B-)
Tuning: A- Tech: A- Bass: A- Mids: A+ Treble: A- Dynamics: A- Soundstage: A+
n/a 1DD+4BA Ziigaat Lush review by jays-audio Ziigaat Lush review by jaytiss Ziigaat Lush review by tim-tuned Ziigaat Lush review by super-review Ziigaat Lush review by fresh-reviews Ziigaat Lush review by z-reviews
6.5
7.5
B+
$100

Letshuoer DZ4

  • Jays Audio: Recommended at high volumes. A better Galileo with more treble/air. Vocal centric. Powerful and extended vocals. Could use better separation and tech, and lacks bass.
Tuning: A+ Tech: B+
Neutral n/a Letshuoer DZ4 review by jays-audio Letshuoer DZ4 review by z-reviews
6.5
7
B+
$95

ARTTI T10 PRO

  • Jays Audio: A mini symphonium Meteor. Bassy, warm, and airy/smooth.
  • Jaytiss: Great little set.
Tuning: A- Tech: B+ Mids: A- Treble: A- Dynamics: B Soundstage: A+
n/a n/a ARTTI T10 PRO review by jays-audio ARTTI T10 PRO review by jaytiss
6.5
6.9
B+

Simgot EM6L

  • Jays Audio: Great resolution and tech, one of the smoothest iems, but uppermids will get hot on energetic tracks at higher volumes. Slightly warm but also lively. Recent units are a lot brighter than first batch.
  • Jaytiss: A solid budget choice. Hard to think of a more neutral set than this.
  • Tim Tuned: Can go to a B in some titles
Tuning: B Tech: B+ Bass: B+ Mids: B+ Treble: B Dynamics: C- Soundstage: B+ Details: B+ Imaging: B+
Neutral 4DD BA Simgot EM6L review by jays-audio Simgot EM6L review by gizaudio-axel Simgot EM6L review by jaytiss Simgot EM6L review by tim-tuned Simgot EM6L review by super-review Simgot EM6L review by fresh-reviews Simgot EM6L review by shuwa-t Simgot EM6L review by z-reviews
6.5
6.4
B+

Moondrop May

  • Jaytiss: A very enjoyable listen, hard to fault at this price and design. Could be a winner for you.
  • Super* Review: The May is the way to go if you have 80 bucks. Standard EQ sounds great. Nice low contrast neutral sound
  • IEMRanking AI: 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...
Tuning: B Tech: B- Bass: A- Mids: B+ Treble: C+ Dynamics: B Soundstage: A-
Neutral 1DD+1Planar Moondrop May review by jaytiss Moondrop May review by tim-tuned Moondrop May review by super-review Moondrop May review by iemranking Moondrop May review by z-reviews
6.5
5.7
B+

Nicehck NX8

  • Jays Audio: An Explorer with better vocals but doesn't scale as well. Odyssey and Arcadia better for clean and bass sound.
  • Gizaudio Axel: Great tonality, solid bass impact. PZT timbre.
  • Jaytiss: Nice overall tuning, best thing NiceHack has ever done.
  • Shuwa-T: Strengths: Balanced frequencies throughout, no standout weaknesses and relatively safe tuning with decent technicalities.
Tuning: A- Tech: B Bass: A- Mids: A- Treble: B- Dynamics: A+ Soundstage: A Details: A- Imaging: A-
BIG V 1DD+6BA+1PZT Nicehck NX8 review by jays-audio Nicehck NX8 review by gizaudio-axel Nicehck NX8 review by jaytiss Nicehck NX8 review by shuwa-t
6.5
6.4
B+
$100

Tripowin Olina SE

  • Shuwa-T: Strengths: Balanced tuning over the OG, with generally decent tech. Weaknesses: Upper frequencies on the relaxaed side, B-grade bass. Comment: An improved Olina essentially.
Tuning: B Tech: B- Bass: B- Mids: B+ Treble: B Soundstage: B- Details: B Imaging: B
V-shape n/a Tripowin Olina SE review by super-review Tripowin Olina SE review by shuwa-t
6.5
5.9
B+

Truthear Pure

  • Jays Audio: Warm/dark, laid-back, smooth, scales great like the Explorer but more vocal centric (great for male vocals). Immersive with scaling, but not the best value - Less technical than HEXA & Cinno. A...
  • Gizaudio Axel: Warm, smooth, and laid-back with safe, easy treble. Might feel a bit too warm for some. Warmer mids and less treble compared to the Hexa.
  • Jaytiss: Blunted, kinda mid, but very Listeneresk.
  • Super* Review: One of the best IEMs you can buy under 100 bucks. One of the best treble in this price range. Hexa is brighter and sounds more lively and more open. But both are very much neutral sets. It's a little...
  • IEMRanking AI: The Truthear Pure builds on the foundation of its predecessor, the Hexa, refining the 1DD+3BA driver configuration for a more cohesive sound. It offers punchier bass and a more solid midrange...
Tuning: B+ Tech: B Bass: A- Mids: B+ Treble: A Dynamics: A- Soundstage: A
Light V-shaped 1DD+3BA Truthear Pure review by jays-audio Truthear Pure review by gizaudio-axel Truthear Pure review by jaytiss Truthear Pure review by tim-tuned Truthear Pure review by super-review Truthear Pure review by iemranking
6.5
6.5
8.5
B

Simgot Supermix 4

  • Jays Audio: Endgame Harman, one of the smoothest IEMs I've heard with Tangzu Sancai tips (regular). Some units might be hotter in the treble/pzt timbre
  • Gizaudio Axel: Harman tuning. Soft bass, bright sound, metallic timbre.
  • Jaytiss: Way too much upper mids, also gets a little off sometimes.
  • Tim Tuned: Pros: Harman with more treble energy. Cons: Can be too spicy.
  • IEMRanking AI: The Simgot Supermix 4 packs a quadbrid driver configuration (1DD+1BA+1 Planar+1 PZT) into a comfortable resin shell. Its sound follows a U-shaped signature aligned with the Harman IE 2019 target,...
Tuning: B+ Tech: A- Bass: A+ Mids: A Treble: A- Dynamics: B Soundstage: A-
U-shaped (Harman IE 2019) 1DD+1BA+1Planar+1PZT Simgot Supermix 4 review by jays-audio Simgot Supermix 4 review by gizaudio-axel Simgot Supermix 4 review by jaytiss Simgot Supermix 4 review by tim-tuned Simgot Supermix 4 review by iemranking Simgot Supermix 4 review by fresh-reviews
6.4
7.2
6
B
$190

Moondrop KXXS

  • Crin: Well-tuned single DD with proper timbre and decent technicalities.
  • Precogvision: Excellent timbre; not the most resolving set, but very easy on the ears.
Tuning: B Tech: B- Bass: C+ Mids: A- Treble: C+ Dynamics: C+ Details: C+ Imaging: C+
Mild V 1DD Moondrop KXXS review by crin Moondrop KXXS review by precogvision Moondrop KXXS review by super-review
6.4
5.8
B
$169

Kinera Celest Relentless

  • Jays Audio: Slight v-shape with good tech and detail, treble can be too much but has that sizzle and sparkliness some people will like.
  • Gizaudio Axel: V-shaped tuning, powerful bass, great technicalities. Bright treble. Foam tips improve the sound a lot.
Tuning: B+ Tech: A-
n/a 1DD+6BA Kinera Celest Relentless review by jays-audio Kinera Celest Relentless review by gizaudio-axel Kinera Celest Relentless review by z-reviews
6.4
6.9
B

Tanchjim 4U

  • Jays Audio: Solid IEM. Warm to neutral depending on the switch. Overall pretty smooth with good tech.
  • Super* Review: It is not super special, unless you are looking for standout stereo imaging.
Tuning: A- Tech: B
n/a 1DD Tanchjim 4U review by jays-audio Tanchjim 4U review by gizaudio-axel Tanchjim 4U review by super-review Tanchjim 4U review by z-reviews
6.4
6.4
B
$30

Moondrop Crescent

  • Crin: Well-executed V-ish signature that's neither harsh nor bloated.
  • IEMRanking AI: The Moondrop Crescent features a distinctive brass housing that gives it premium heft but also makes it notably heavy, potentially affecting comfort during extended wear. Its non-detachable cable and...
Tuning: A- Tech: B-
harman 1DD Moondrop Crescent review by crin Moondrop Crescent review by super-review Moondrop Crescent review by iemranking
6.3
6.1
B

PULA Anvil

  • Jays Audio: Good low-end impact and slam, but boomy/soft in the bass texture, the BCD has no effect in the low-end, more prominent in the uppermids/treble which can lead to some sharp/graininess/jaggity timbre....
  • Gizaudio Axel: Punchy bass, great mid-range texture, immersive soundstage, BCD that works, and excellent resolution. Could use more sub-bass. The BCD effect is awesome, but may not be for everyone.
  • Jaytiss: Nice set, kinda mellow.
Tuning: B+ Tech: B+ Mids: A- Treble: B Dynamics: C+ Soundstage: A+
Neutral-bright 4BC DD BA PULA Anvil review by jays-audio PULA Anvil review by gizaudio-axel PULA Anvil review by jaytiss
6.3
6.7
B

Simgot EW300

  • Jays Audio: A smoother and more refined version of the EW200 with better layering and resolution bump. Pink nozzle is warmer and better for rock/hiphop/metal. Very good piezo implementation.
  • IEMRanking AI: The Simgot EW300 offers a compelling tribrid driver configuration combining a 10mm dynamic driver, 6mm planar magnetic driver, and piezoelectric ceramic driver in a durable all-metal shell. Fit can...
Tuning: A- Tech: B+
Mild V-shaped 1DD+1Planar+1PZT Simgot EW300 review by jays-audio Simgot EW300 review by gizaudio-axel Simgot EW300 review by iemranking Simgot EW300 review by fresh-reviews
6.3
6.3
B
$180

Tin Hifi P1 Max

  • Jays Audio: Mid-centric, relaxing, warm, airy, comforting. Very unique listening experience. Could use better separation/resolution and bass slam.
  • Precogvision: Probably the weak link out of the planar resurgence.
  • Shuwa-T: Strengths: The only neutral planar so far from planar wars, with much improved tonality and technicalities over its predecessors. Weaknesses: Clarity from instrument separation lacks as a result of...
Tuning: B Tech: B Bass: C+ Mids: B- Treble: B- Dynamics: C+ Soundstage: B+ Details: B Imaging: B-
Warm V n/a Tin Hifi P1 Max review by jays-audio Tin Hifi P1 Max review by precogvision Tin Hifi P1 Max review by super-review Tin Hifi P1 Max review by shuwa-t
6.3
6.1
B

Letshuoer S12

  • Jays Audio: The most refined S12 to date. Smoothest treble out of all the S12, and very little Planar timbre while keeping up the great tech and detail.
  • Jaytiss: I think the s12 is fine, the pro and z12 don't add too much value
  • Tim Tuned: Pros: Planar with the most "wow" factor. Spacious heead stage. Cons: Treble can be too much.
  • Fresh Reviews: Great package and some titles arguably A-
Tuning: B Tech: B- Bass: A Mids: B Treble: C+ Dynamics: E- Soundstage: B+ Details: A- Imaging: B+
V-shape 1Planar Letshuoer S12 review by jays-audio Letshuoer S12 review by jaytiss Letshuoer S12 review by tim-tuned Letshuoer S12 review by super-review Letshuoer S12 review by fresh-reviews Letshuoer S12 review by shuwa-t Letshuoer S12 review by z-reviews
6.3
6.2
B
$129

TOPPING Arpegear Hane

  • Gizaudio Axel: Great tuning switches. Hard to drive, bass quality and overall detail.
Tuning: A- Tech: B
n/a 1DD TOPPING Arpegear Hane review by gizaudio-axel TOPPING Arpegear Hane review by z-reviews
6.3
6.3
B

Kefine Klanar

  • Jays Audio: A cheaper S12. Almost identical sound and tuning. Good value. Look for aliexpress deals.
  • Jaytiss: At $120, I'd still go with the NicHCK F1 pro.
  • Tim Tuned: Pros: Cheaper S12 Pro/ Z12.
Tuning: B Tech: B+ Bass: A+ Mids: B- Treble: B Dynamics: C- Soundstage: A-
n/a n/a Kefine Klanar review by jays-audio Kefine Klanar review by jaytiss Kefine Klanar review by tim-tuned Kefine Klanar review by z-reviews
6.3
6.6
B
$79

Tin T3 Plus

  • Tim Tuned: Pros: well-tuned v-shape.
Tuning: C+ Tech: A- Bass: A- Mids: A- Treble: B
n/a n/a Tin T3 Plus review by tim-tuned Tin T3 Plus review by z-reviews
6.3
6.4
B
$160

Meze Alba

  • Jaytiss: Aceptable, but not great value.
  • Super* Review: Build Quality and Fit are stand out. Fantastic Fit. Sound-Wise very engaging. Cons: Little bit sharp and contrasty.
Tuning: B- Tech: C- Mids: B Treble: C- Dynamics: C+ Soundstage: A-
n/a n/a Meze Alba review by jaytiss Meze Alba review by super-review Meze Alba review by z-reviews
6.2
4.5
B
$200

Unique Melody 2HT Terminator

  • Crin: Tonality almost reminds me of a HYLA hybrid. Well tuned with strong technical performance.
  • Shuwa-T: Strengths: Decently tuned and clear. Weaknesses: Treble bite is real. Comment: Bright and treble-focused.
Tuning: B- Tech: B+ Bass: B Mids: C+ Treble: C Soundstage: B+ Details: A- Imaging: B+
U-Shaped 1DD+1BA Unique Melody 2HT Terminator review by crin Unique Melody 2HT Terminator review by shuwa-t
6.2
6.4
B

Moondrop Aria 2

  • Jays Audio: A more engaging Aria SE with more bass, air, and reverb. Feels too smoothed out with a hit in the texture. Bump in tech over the old one, but pricing is an issue vs EW200 and EW300
  • Gizaudio Axel: Good bass with solid impact, slightly warm but full and clear vocals, and solid detail. Could use more sub-bass and a more refined upper treble. A solid set.
  • Jaytiss: Nice package for the price.
Tuning: B Tech: B+ Bass: B+ Mids: B+ Treble: B+ Dynamics: C+ Soundstage: A- Details: B+ Imaging: B-
n/a n/a Moondrop Aria 2 review by jays-audio Moondrop Aria 2 review by gizaudio-axel Moondrop Aria 2 review by jaytiss Moondrop Aria 2 review by tim-tuned Moondrop Aria 2 review by shuwa-t Moondrop Aria 2 review by z-reviews
6.2
6.4
B

Moondrop Kato

  • Jays Audio: Good detail, clarity, and imaging, but can sound thin. Similar tuning as Hana, but I found Hana to have better note-weight and bass.
  • Crin: For $200, I'd probably recomend other iems. But it's solid.
  • Jaytiss: A slight improvement over the KXXS all-round in the technical department.
  • Precogvision: Pros: KXXS with better vocals and details.
  • Tim Tuned: Strengths: Solid tuning, backed with surprising clarity that is a step up from the kxxs bunch. Weaknesses: Lower mids thin sounding. Comment: Moondrop's best "budget" single DD iem.
  • Super* Review: A bit thin, pillow light bass. Treble and stage could use some more refinement. A tecnical upgrade to Aria.
Tuning: B Tech: B Bass: B- Mids: B+ Treble: B Dynamics: C- Soundstage: A- Details: B- Imaging: B-
Mild V 1DD Moondrop Kato review by jays-audio Moondrop Kato review by gizaudio-axel Moondrop Kato review by crin Moondrop Kato review by jaytiss Moondrop Kato review by precogvision Moondrop Kato review by tim-tuned Moondrop Kato review by super-review Moondrop Kato review by shuwa-t Moondrop Kato review by nymz
6.2
6.2
B

ZIIGAAT x HBB Arcadia

  • Jays Audio: Niche/high volume set. Great scaling, warm, bassy, thick, comforting listen. A mini MEGA5EST Bass. Initmate and immersive experience. Not the most technical for the price, and vocals can be a bit too...
  • Jaytiss: I don't get it, very dark. Lifeless.
  • Fresh Reviews: C+ Apex, B to B- COD, B Val
Tuning: B+ Tech: C+ Mids: B Treble: D Dynamics: B Soundstage: B
n/a 2DD BA ZIIGAAT x HBB Arcadia review by jays-audio ZIIGAAT x HBB Arcadia review by jaytiss ZIIGAAT x HBB Arcadia review by fresh-reviews
6.2
5.5
B
$100

Tripowin Olina

  • Shuwa-T: Strengths: Tuned well, about 80% similar to the Oxygen at less than half the price. Weaknesses: B-grade bass response like the Oxygen. Comment: A less refined Oxygen with aggressive upper midrange.
Tuning: C+ Tech: B- Bass: C Mids: B- Treble: C+ Soundstage: B- Details: B Imaging: B-
V-shape n/a Tripowin Olina review by super-review Tripowin Olina review by shuwa-t
6.2
5.5
B

Tangzu Zetian Wu

  • Tim Tuned: Pros: Good mild v-shape tuning with little to fault. Cons: Not ideal soundstage for the price.
  • Shuwa-T: Strengths: Tuned to be balanced rather than V with more vocal emphasis, bass slams hard for a planar. Weaknesses: Mediocre soundstage and not the speediest of planar decay, overly warm. Comment: Can...
Tuning: B Tech: B+ Bass: B+ Mids: A- Treble: B- Soundstage: B Details: B+ Imaging: B+
Neutral with bass boost n/a Tangzu Zetian Wu review by crin Tangzu Zetian Wu review by tim-tuned Tangzu Zetian Wu review by shuwa-t
6.1
6.5
B

Truthear Hexa

  • Jays Audio: Foam helps tame uppermids/treble. Amazing detail for price and new benchmark below $100. Better tuned "softer" Dusk with slighlty less accurate imaging. Note-weight can be light.
  • Gizaudio Axel: Clean, clear vocals with decent detail. Bass quality and impact, mids can feel lean, and treble can get a bit bright. Unique neutral-bright sound signature, but overall feels a little unengaging.
  • Jaytiss: KING. Special. Inoffensive. But honestly where bass?
  • Precogvision: Sounds like a warmer, lo-res Moondrop B2, emphasis on lo-res in the bass.
  • Tim Tuned: Pros: Well done, clean midrange focus tuning. Cons: Can be fatiguing in the treble.
  • Super* Review: Borders C+
  • Fresh Reviews: Strengths: Tuning done well, similar to B2 but less in everything. Weaknesses: Somewhat crammed soundstage. Comment: A mini B2 minus the good stuff.
Tuning: B Tech: B Bass: B- Mids: B+ Treble: B Dynamics: C+ Soundstage: B+ Details: C+ Imaging: C+
Neutral 1DD+3BA Truthear Hexa review by jays-audio Truthear Hexa review by gizaudio-axel Truthear Hexa review by crin Truthear Hexa review by jaytiss Truthear Hexa review by precogvision Truthear Hexa review by tim-tuned Truthear Hexa review by super-review Truthear Hexa review by fresh-reviews Truthear Hexa review by shuwa-t Truthear Hexa review by nymz
6.1
6.1
7
B

Tangzu Zetian Wu Heyday

  • Jays Audio: Clean and neutral with treble emphasis. Great technical performance. Airy and lively treble. Bass could use more impact and weight. Vocals are on the lighter side of things.
  • Jaytiss: I can't really recomend this with other planars at much cheaper.
  • Tim Tuned: Pros: More detailed than original + better bass. Cons: treble can be smoother.
  • Fresh Reviews: Strengths: Smooth midrange, meaty low with characteristic planar subbass extension, relatively smooth treble; detail retrieval is above average. Weaknesses: Transition from midbass to lower mids...
  • Shuwa-T: Mid-range focused planar for those looking for a great planar set that is not V-shaped. Love it.
Tuning: B Tech: B+ Bass: B+ Mids: B+ Treble: B Dynamics: C- Soundstage: B+ Details: B Imaging: B
V-shape n/a Tangzu Zetian Wu Heyday review by jays-audio Tangzu Zetian Wu Heyday review by jaytiss Tangzu Zetian Wu Heyday review by tim-tuned Tangzu Zetian Wu Heyday review by super-review Tangzu Zetian Wu Heyday review by fresh-reviews Tangzu Zetian Wu Heyday review by shuwa-t Tangzu Zetian Wu Heyday review by nymz
6.1
6.5
B
$195

Thieaudio Legacy 4

  • Crin: Well-tuned if technically lacking in comparison. Could use some more power in the bass.
  • Precogvision: Good tonal balance, but can be fatiguing. Sounds like it's trying too hard.
  • Shuwa-T: Strengths: Well tuned. Weaknesses: Limited by technical performance. Comment: A decent iem that isn't too sterile.
Tuning: B- Tech: B- Bass: B- Mids: C+ Treble: C+ Dynamics: C+ Soundstage: B- Details: B- Imaging: B-
Mild V 1DD+3BA Thieaudio Legacy 4 review by crin Thieaudio Legacy 4 review by precogvision Thieaudio Legacy 4 review by super-review Thieaudio Legacy 4 review by shuwa-t
6.1
5.6
B
$180

Moondrop Kanas Pro

  • Crin: Somewhat Harman-esque in tuning, not the best in terms of resolution.
  • Precogvision: A KXXS with less treble extension and slightly poorer resolution.
Tuning: B Tech: C Bass: C+ Mids: B Treble: C- Dynamics: C- Details: C- Imaging: C-
Mild V 1DD Moondrop Kanas Pro review by crin Moondrop Kanas Pro review by precogvision Moondrop Kanas Pro review by super-review
6.1
5.1
B

Letshuoer DX1

  • Jays Audio: Dynamic, vibrant, and contrasty vocals with good balance and scaling. Natural, full, and immersive with scaling and not peaky. One of my fav vocals under $200.
  • Jaytiss: Fit is odd, but great flat iem at the cost.
  • Super* Review: I don't get the point of this IEM. Not offensive sounding. Sound-wise unengaging.
Tuning: A Tech: A- Mids: A+ Treble: A- Dynamics: B Soundstage: A+
n/a n/a Letshuoer DX1 review by jays-audio Letshuoer DX1 review by jaytiss Letshuoer DX1 review by super-review
6.1
7.3
B
$89

Kiwi Ears CANTA

  • Jays Audio: Bright set with lots of treble detail. Airy, splashy, and shimmery with great extension. Isn't sharp or metallic in the timbre, but not 100% "natural" either, comes down to preference. Mid-volume...
  • Jaytiss: It's a little too V for me, but not a bad set.
Tuning: B- Tech: C Mids: C+ Treble: E+ Dynamics: C+ Soundstage: A-
n/a n/a Kiwi Ears CANTA review by jays-audio Kiwi Ears CANTA review by jaytiss Kiwi Ears CANTA review by z-reviews
6.1
5.1
B

Simgot EA500LM

  • Jays Audio: Very resolving for its price, great value. A warmer EA1000 with a slight decrease in separation and resolution, but warmer with more bass (same bass quality). Not as sparkly and resolving as the...
  • Jaytiss: It's a good u shaped with nice bass, but be weiry of uppper mids.
Tuning: B Tech: B+ Bass: B+ Mids: B Treble: B- Dynamics: B Soundstage: B+ Details: B Imaging: B
n/a n/a Simgot EA500LM review by jays-audio Simgot EA500LM review by jaytiss Simgot EA500LM review by tim-tuned Simgot EA500LM review by fresh-reviews Simgot EA500LM review by shuwa-t Simgot EA500LM review by z-reviews
6.1
5.9
B
$149

Final Audio ZE3000

  • Shuwa-T: Strengths: TWS with decent tuning and technical capabilities. Weaknesses: Bass sounds like most TWS, very mediocre imaging. Comment: TWS from Final.
Tuning: C Tech: C+ Bass: C+ Mids: C Treble: C- Soundstage: B- Details: B- Imaging: C+
n/a n/a Final Audio ZE3000 review by shuwa-t Final Audio ZE3000 review by z-reviews
6.1
5.1
B

Kefine Delci

  • Jays Audio: A warmer/less sharp EW200, a slightly more resolving BLON Z300, price might be an issue tho
  • Jaytiss: Nice tone, great overall sound with only a few issues.
Tuning: B+ Tech: C+ Mids: C+ Treble: C- Dynamics: B Soundstage: A-
U-Shaped n/a Kefine Delci review by jays-audio Kefine Delci review by gizaudio-axel Kefine Delci review by jaytiss Kefine Delci review by z-reviews
6
5.6
B
$53

Intime Sora Light

  • Jaytiss: Solid little set, could work for you.
Tuning: B Tech: C+ Mids: A- Treble: C+ Dynamics: C- Soundstage: A+
Warm V n/a Intime Sora Light review by jaytiss Intime Sora Light review by super-review
6
5.3
B

EPZ X Tipsy Star One

  • Jays Audio: Vocal focused set. Female vocals are sweet and clean with subtly air and sparkle. Treble and bass is decent, does the job. Harman but with a twist.
  • Jaytiss: I like this set a lot for the price. Good value and vocals.
Tuning: B Tech: C Mids: B Treble: D Dynamics: C- Soundstage: A-
n/a n/a EPZ X Tipsy Star One review by jays-audio EPZ X Tipsy Star One review by jaytiss EPZ X Tipsy Star One review by z-reviews
6
5.1
B
$150

Nothing Ear 2

  • Precogvision: Absolute cacophany of sound; comparable to blown laptop speakers. Razor sharp upper-midrange and thin lower-mids.
Tuning: E- Tech: D
Harman Neutral 1DD Nothing Ear 2 review by precogvision Nothing Ear 2 review by super-review Nothing Ear 2 review by z-reviews
6
2.4
B
$180

Tanchjim Kara

  • Jays Audio: Clean and natural midrange focused signature that's right up my alley. Open and airy staging with great instrument layering. Still very resolving even though it lacks the last bit of treble detail....
  • Jaytiss: Has nice treble, good technicals. But it's super expensive for me.
  • Tim Tuned: Pros: Very smooth and organic midrange, great treble. Cons: Lacking some bass dynamics.
  • Smirk Audio: Cons: Better options for the price.
Tuning: B Tech: B Bass: B+ Mids: B+ Treble: B Dynamics: C- Soundstage: A- Details: B Imaging: B
bass-boosted neutral 1DD+4BA Tanchjim Kara review by jays-audio Tanchjim Kara review by jaytiss Tanchjim Kara review by tim-tuned Tanchjim Kara review by super-review Tanchjim Kara review by smirk-audio Tanchjim Kara review by z-reviews
6
6
B

Tanchjim Bunny

  • Jaytiss: Cheesy name, good iem. You can buy on Amazon.
  • IEMRanking AI: The Tanchjim Bunny offers a balanced, warm sound signature that works well across genres. Its bass is full and extends decently, though texture lacks refinement, while the midrange presents vocals...
Tuning: B+ Tech: C+ Mids: A- Treble: C+ Dynamics: B Soundstage: A-
Neutral with bass boost 1DD Tanchjim Bunny review by gizaudio-axel Tanchjim Bunny review by jaytiss Tanchjim Bunny review by iemranking Tanchjim Bunny review by z-reviews
6
5.7
B-
$200

Seeaudio Yume II

  • Jaytiss: This could be end game for some.
  • Shuwa-T: Strengths: Bump in clarity and very well tuned. Comment: This would be the set if it came out in 2021.
  • Nymz: Shows some signs of incoherency and lack of bass texture, but a very solid option due to its tonal balance.
Tuning: B Tech: B- Bass: B- Mids: B Treble: B- Dynamics: B Soundstage: A- Details: B- Imaging: C+
n/a 2BA+1DD> Seeaudio Yume II review by jaytiss Seeaudio Yume II review by shuwa-t Seeaudio Yume II review by nymz
5.9
5.7
B-

Kefine Klean

  • Jays Audio: Same as Delci, graph and sounds the same, but cheaper with extra tuning filter
  • Jaytiss: Solid set, very enjoyable.
  • IEMRanking AI: The Kefine Klean offers a versatile listening experience through its interchangeable nozzle system, with the silver filter providing a warmer, smoother profile while the black filter delivers...
Tuning: A- Tech: B- Mids: A- Treble: B Dynamics: B Soundstage: A+
Neutral 1DD Kefine Klean review by jays-audio Kefine Klean review by gizaudio-axel Kefine Klean review by jaytiss Kefine Klean review by iemranking Kefine Klean review by fresh-reviews Kefine Klean review by z-reviews
5.9
6.3
B-

TRUTHEAR x Crinacle Zero Red

  • Jays Audio: Great all-rounder, IEF-harman. Bass is a bit pillowy.
  • Gizaudio Axel: Great balanced, smooth tuning. Needs more bass for my taste, can be a bit soft at times.
  • Jaytiss: I think this is massivly overhyped, but it's not terrible and a great value with impedance adapters
  • Tim Tuned: Pros: Balanced tuning, smooth and natural timbre, good stage. Cons: Can use more micro details.
  • Shuwa-T: Brilliant tonal balance with the option to for extra bass. A bargain at its price point.
Tuning: B Tech: C+ Bass: B Mids: B Treble: B- Dynamics: C+ Soundstage: B Details: C Imaging: C
Neutral 2DD TRUTHEAR x Crinacle Zero Red review by jays-audio TRUTHEAR x Crinacle Zero Red review by gizaudio-axel TRUTHEAR x Crinacle Zero Red review by jaytiss TRUTHEAR x Crinacle Zero Red review by tim-tuned TRUTHEAR x Crinacle Zero Red review by super-review TRUTHEAR x Crinacle Zero Red review by shuwa-t TRUTHEAR x Crinacle Zero Red review by nymz TRUTHEAR x Crinacle Zero Red review by z-reviews
5.9
5.6
B-
$110

Moondrop Starfield

  • Crin: A cheaper KXXS.
  • Precogvision: See KXXS. Just slightly less upper-midrange.
  • Tim Tuned: Cons: Might be too relaxed.
  • Shuwa-T: Strengths: Well tuned, arguably the one who started the chifi wave of decent tuning.
Tuning: B- Tech: B- Bass: B- Mids: B Treble: C+ Dynamics: C+ Soundstage: B Details: C+ Imaging: B-
Mild V 1DD Moondrop Starfield review by crin Moondrop Starfield review by precogvision Moondrop Starfield review by tim-tuned Moondrop Starfield review by super-review Moondrop Starfield review by shuwa-t
5.9
5.8
B-
$180

Tanchjim Hana 2021

  • Jays Audio: An Oxygen with more bass and note-weight but at the cost of slightly worse imaging and detail.
  • Precogvision: Essentially a cheaper Tanchjim Oxygen.
  • Tim Tuned: Pros: Cheaper Oxygen with small cut back in details.
  • Shuwa-T: Strengths: Decent tonality, difficult to fault. Weaknesses: Can be somewhat aggressive sounding at times. Comment: Better tuned upper midrange compared to the original Hana.
  • Nymz: A warmer, bassier, slightly less technical and a bit more V-shaped Oxygen. Rec'd for those that love harman but want more bass quantity.
Tuning: B- Tech: B- Bass: B Mids: B- Treble: B- Dynamics: B Soundstage: B Details: C+ Imaging: B-
V-shape 1DD Tanchjim Hana 2021 review by jays-audio Tanchjim Hana 2021 review by precogvision Tanchjim Hana 2021 review by tim-tuned Tanchjim Hana 2021 review by super-review Tanchjim Hana 2021 review by shuwa-t Tanchjim Hana 2021 review by nymz
5.9
5.9
B-

Tangzu HBB Xuan NV

  • Jays Audio: A smoother hexa, and mini-nova. Very clean and balanced all-rounder. Good vocal set. Harman 2019 with more mid-bass, less uppermids and sub-bass. Nothing crazy, but does every genre very well.
  • Jaytiss: Great overall package,smooth chill tuning. Poor techs.
  • Shuwa-T: Strengths: Safe tuning, decent treble tuning for the price. Weaknesses: Mediocre techs, overly rounded bass region. Comment: Why is there hype for this?.
Tuning: B Tech: C+ Bass: B- Mids: B Treble: C+ Dynamics: B Soundstage: B Details: B- Imaging: B
n/a 2DD Tangzu HBB Xuan NV review by jays-audio Tangzu HBB Xuan NV review by jaytiss Tangzu HBB Xuan NV review by fresh-reviews Tangzu HBB Xuan NV review by shuwa-t
5.9
5.7
B-
$200

Dunu Talos

  • Jaytiss: It's a fine set, but my excitement is dulled by it's price.
  • Precogvision: Sounds best with the BA switch off. Somewhat thin, mid-treble oriented sound.
  • Tim Tuned: Pros: Very well tuned, well balanced. Cons: Could use more air.
  • Super* Review: Strengths: Inoffensive tuning, one of the more balanced sounding planars. Weaknesses: Soundstage and imaging are decent at best. Comment: Didn't buy since harmonics for cymbals too prominent.
  • Shuwa-T: Mid-treble heavy. Extention is great and bass has tactility to it. The BA switch is a joke - Don't use it.
Tuning: B- Tech: B Bass: B+ Mids: B Treble: B- Dynamics: C- Soundstage: A- Details: B Imaging: B-
Lean Neutral n/a Dunu Talos review by crin Dunu Talos review by jaytiss Dunu Talos review by precogvision Dunu Talos review by tim-tuned Dunu Talos review by super-review Dunu Talos review by shuwa-t Dunu Talos review by nymz
5.8
6
B-
$79

Kefine Delci AE

  • Jays Audio: A smoother EW200 with the silver nozzles (although vocals are better on the EW200). Bronze nozzle can be too bright and peaky, but brings up the technacilities
Tuning: A- Tech: B
n/a 1DD Kefine Delci AE review by jays-audio Kefine Delci AE review by gizaudio-axel Kefine Delci AE review by fresh-reviews Kefine Delci AE review by z-reviews
5.8
6.5
B-

Sivga Que

  • Jays Audio: Warm and engaging set with good energy and extension when it comes to vocals, could use more air, but overall very fun and bassy set
  • Jaytiss: Nice technicalities, decent tune.
Tuning: B Tech: C+ Mids: C+ Treble: C- Dynamics: D Soundstage: A+
n/a n/a Sivga Que review by jays-audio Sivga Que review by jaytiss Sivga Que review by z-reviews
5.8
5.5
B-
$89

Tangzu Fudu

  • Jays Audio: Fun/bassy harman without sacrificing much tech. Engaging low-end, and tips are also nice addition. BA timbre.
  • Fresh Reviews: Borders C+
Tuning: B- Tech: B- Bass: A- Mids: A- Treble: A-
n/a n/a Tangzu Fudu review by jays-audio Tangzu Fudu review by tim-tuned Tangzu Fudu review by fresh-reviews Tangzu Fudu review by z-reviews
5.8
5.8
B-

NiceHCK F1 Pro

  • Jays Audio: A cheaper S12. Almost identical sound and tuning. Good value. Look for aliexpress deals.
  • Jaytiss: I like this planar the best of all planars, normally I hate them.
  • Tim Tuned: Pros: Cheaper S12 Pro/ Z12.
Tuning: B Tech: B+ Bass: A+ Mids: B Treble: B- Dynamics: C+ Soundstage: A-
n/a n/a NiceHCK F1 Pro review by jays-audio NiceHCK F1 Pro review by gizaudio-axel NiceHCK F1 Pro review by jaytiss NiceHCK F1 Pro review by tim-tuned
5.8
6.5
7
B-
$200

Ikko OH10

  • Crin: Your standard "chifi V" but done fairly well. Decently technical.
  • Precogvision: Great bass response and surprisingly good treble extension if you can hear the 15kHz peak.
  • Tim Tuned: Pros: Power bass with good details.
  • Shuwa-T: Weaknesses: Narrow soundstage which occassional bass bloom. Comment: "Fun"-sounding V shape iem, also suitable for bassheads.
Tuning: C Tech: B- Bass: B Mids: C Treble: C+ Dynamics: B Soundstage: C+ Details: C Imaging: B-
V-shape 1DD+1BA Ikko OH10 review by crin Ikko OH10 review by precogvision Ikko OH10 review by tim-tuned Ikko OH10 review by super-review Ikko OH10 review by shuwa-t Ikko OH10 review by z-reviews
5.8
5.4
B-
$80

Samsung Galaxy Buds+

  • Crin: Tuned even closer to the Harman IE target compared to the original.
  • Precogvision: Better bass shelf than the OG Buds, but with setbacks in the strange treble and timbre.
Tuning: B- Tech: C+ Bass: B Mids: C+ Treble: C- Dynamics: C- Details: C- Imaging: C-
Harman Neutral 2DD Samsung Galaxy Buds+ review by crin Samsung Galaxy Buds+ review by precogvision Samsung Galaxy Buds+ review by super-review
5.8
5.2
B-
$200

Sony WF-1000XM3

  • Crin: Proper tonality, solid technicalities yet with a consumer-friendly signature.
Tuning: B+ Tech: B-
V-shape n/a Sony WF-1000XM3 review by crin Sony WF-1000XM3 review by super-review
5.8
5.8
B-
$140

Ikko OH1

  • Crin: Well controlled sub-bass focus, high clarity and has an inherent "Asian" signature.
Tuning: B- Tech: B-
V-shape 1DD+1BA Ikko OH1 review by crin Ikko OH1 review by super-review
5.8
5.5
B-
$170

KBEar Aurora

Tuning: B- Tech: C
V-Shaped n/a KBEar Aurora review by crin KBEar Aurora review by z-reviews
5.8
4.8
B-
$150

Aful Magic One

  • Jays Audio: Balanced and neutral with slight warmth in the mid-bass. Male vocals are great on these, weighted but still has edge and sharpness to the end notes, but can get sharp at higher volumes. Male vocals...
Tuning: B+ Tech: B+ Bass: A- Mids: A+ Treble: A-
n/a n/a Aful Magic One review by jays-audio Aful Magic One review by tim-tuned
5.8
6.7
B-
$170

Tin Hifi P1 Plus

  • Super* Review: Needs EQ. After EQ is fine but other planars exist. Great choice if you love to play around with EQ and fit it to your target. Falls short to the newly arrived planar offers.
Tuning: C Tech: C Bass: C- Mids: C- Treble: C- Details: C- Imaging: C-
Warm neutral n/a Tin Hifi P1 Plus review by crin Tin Hifi P1 Plus review by super-review Tin Hifi P1 Plus review by nymz
5.7
4.5
B-
$200

SeeAudio Yume Midnight

  • Tim Tuned: Pros: Great tonal balance. Cons: Bass can be mushy.
Tuning: B- Tech: B Bass: A- Mids: A+ Treble: A-
Bassy V 1DD+2BA SeeAudio Yume Midnight review by gizaudio-axel SeeAudio Yume Midnight review by tim-tuned SeeAudio Yume Midnight review by super-review
5.7
6.1
B-

Kinera Celest PhoenixCall

  • Jaytiss: Fantastic packaging tribrid for this price.
  • IEMRanking AI: The Kinera Celest Phoenixcall offers a distinctive tribrid driver configuration (1DD+2BA+2 Micro Planar) that delivers an energetic, V-shaped sound signature with pronounced mid-bass impact and...
Tuning: C+ Tech: B- Bass: C- Mids: C- Treble: C- Dynamics: C+ Soundstage: A- Details: B Imaging: C-
V-Shaped 1DD+2BA+2Planar Kinera Celest PhoenixCall review by jaytiss Kinera Celest PhoenixCall review by iemranking Kinera Celest PhoenixCall review by nymz
5.7
5.6