IEMs Reviewed by Tim Tuned

Elysian Annihilator 2021

• Tim Tuned:  Speediest Treble, well extended, high details  Midbass a bit too much for me

Subtonic STORM

• Tim Tuned: Subtonic STORM closes the list as the ultra-high-end, “one-and-done” pick—the kind of most expensive flagship that needs no hype because the name says it all. Chosen for a “ versatile ”...  The most extraodinary normal sounding IEM ever. Amazing all-around  big and heavy shell

Nicehck Rockies

• Tim Tuned:  The Mega5EST but a slight bit more technical and bright

Hisenior Mega5-EST

• Tim Tuned:  Exceptionally tuned across the board  Could use more "wow" and details

Elysian Annihilator 2023

• Tim Tuned:  More defined bass than 2021 version  2021 is cleaner and more open sounding

Fearless X Crinacle Dawn

• Tim Tuned: Pros: Clean midrange + excellent resolution. Cons: Not as dynamic bass.

Elysian Diva

• Tim Tuned:  Addictive smooth, natural treble....top tier tuning overall  mid bass shy

Elysian X

• Tim Tuned:  Near excellent timbre, fantastic bass  Slight uppermids uneverness

Softears Studio 4

• Tim Tuned:  Just great all around, balance with amazingly clean midrange

Thieaudio Oracle

• Tim Tuned:  Tuning so good it melts your soul (kinda)  treble wispiness + slight incoherent

ThieAudio Monarch MK4

• Tim Tuned: ThieAudio Monarch MK4 arrives with the usual hype and a clear step-up in presentation: a thick, high-quality premium cable with interchangeable terminations, plenty of tips and tools, and a...

Moondrop x Crinacle Dusk

• Tim Tuned: Pros: Balanced tuning with world class timbre decay.

64 Audio U12T

• Tim Tuned:  Extremely versatile signature, great bass and details  Potentially too safe tuning wise

Dunu SA6 Ultra

• Tim Tuned: Dunu SA6 Ultra pushes a proven formula into true S-tier territory. Building on the well-tuned, mid-forward original SA6, the Ultra fixes the big weakness: the air region . Treble extension is...  Anole VX-ish tuning with less treble and details  Could use a little more upper mids

Effect Audio x Elysian Gaea

• Tim Tuned:  Versatile DNA that's also unique. #1 Jack of all trades

Mangird Xenns Top

• Tim Tuned:  Exceptionally tuned, full range and detailed  Treble might be too much for some

Xenns Top Pro

• Tim Tuned: The Xenns Top Pro stands as a significant evolution from its predecessors, bearing little resemblance to the original Top despite sharing a similar driver configuration. Its tuning aligns much more...  New meta tuning with boosted bass and upper treble  BA timbre

Moondrop Blessing 3

• Tim Tuned:  Brighter, slightly more detailed version of B2 Dusk  Bass a little light

Moondrop Variations

• Tim Tuned: Packaging brings typical Moondrop flair—an anime-clad box , a large but well-built carrying case , assorted foam and silicone tips , and interchangeable plugs (3.5/2.5/4.4). The shells look ...  Great separation and details  Thin lower midrange

qdc Anole VX

• Tim Tuned:  Unrivaled Resolution  Can be fatiguing

Sennheiser IE600

• Tim Tuned: Sennheiser IE600 hits with a confidently V-shaped signature: powerful yet tidy bass that thumps with dynamic-driver slam, a flat, clean lower midrange, and lively upper mids that make vocals and...  Very well rouned fun subbass focus sound  Treble might be too much

Softears RS10

• Tim Tuned: Softears RS10 targets a Harman-leaning reference balance with a clean, studio-grade presentation: bass is tight and linear with modest mid-bass punch, prioritizing speed, texture, and...  BA timbre

Sony IER Z1R

• Tim Tuned:  Incredible extensions on both ends  Lower midrange

Tanchjim Origin

• Tim Tuned:  Beautiful timbre and treble  Bass can use a bit more...volume

Thieaudio Clairvoyance

• Tim Tuned:  Amazingly balanced tuning

Thieaudio Hype 10

Thieaudio Monarch

• Tim Tuned:  Superb separation, fun clean signature

Thieaudio Monarch Mk2

• Tim Tuned:  Cohesive, smooth, balanced, technical  slight treble wispiness

Thieaudio Monarch MK3

• Tim Tuned:  MK2 but more fun and more V-shape  Not as natural in timbre

Thieaudio v16 Divinity

• Tim Tuned:  Excellent across the board  Not special in one particular way

Ziigaat Odyssey

• Tim Tuned: Ziigaat Odyssey takes the new Meta tuning and gives it a more V-shaped , exciting twist. It keeps the beautiful mid-range intact while adding extra energy to both bass and treble , landing...  Fantastic V-shape Meta Tuned  Could use a bit less mid-treble spiciness

EPZ P50

• Tim Tuned:  Beautifully done tuning all around  Nitpick: Bass dynamic could be better

Moondrop Blessing 2 Dusk

• Tim Tuned: Pros: Very well tuned with great bass responsse.

Aful Performer 5+2

Dunu Glacier

• Tim Tuned:  Less thin harman with amazing tech  Not very natural timbre

Dunu Mirai

• Tim Tuned:  Refrence, beautiful timbre, open stage  Tuning may be boring for some

Dunu SA6 mkII

• Tim Tuned:  Slightly more V-shape than the Ultra with small detail boost  Could use a little more upper mids

Elysian Pilgrim

• Tim Tuned:  Most technical sounding IEM under $1000

Empire Ears Odin

• Tim Tuned:  Well textured bass, good control, pleasing tones

Hidition Viento B

• Tim Tuned:  Most speaker-like IEMs I've heard. Extremely cohesive  Timbre a bit grainy. CIEM graphs better

Kiwi Ears Astral

• Tim Tuned: The Kiwi Ears Astral arrives in a package typical for the brand, featuring a resin shell and a metal nozzle . While the design isn't groundbreaking, the build feels sturdy. The included cable is...  Clean, techinical v-shape signature with great midrange  upper treble too much

Kiwi Ears KE4

• Tim Tuned:  Almost dead neutral tuning in the best of ways  Lacks excitement, bass is alright

Letshuoer Cadenza 12

• Tim Tuned:  One of the best treble-head set. Lots of micro details  Treble will be too much for some

Letshuore EJ07M Kinda Lava

• Tim Tuned:  Balanced, Versatile. HBB's Best  Small EST (treble) incoherency

Xenns Tea Pro

• Tim Tuned: Xenns Tea Pro lands as an easy pick around $300 thanks to a natural, versatile tuning that blends tasteful fun with everyday usability. A gentle bass boost adds heft, slam, and definition...  Good warm-neutral tuning with enough details  Could use a bit more treble refinement

Moondrop S8

• Tim Tuned: The Moondrop S8 mirrors the tonal balance of the Blessing 2 Dusk —similar bass level, natural mids, solid upper-mid presence, and extended treble—but distinguishes itself in execution . Bass...  Smooth engaging harman signature with fun bass  BA timbre

QDC Gemini

• Tim Tuned:  A more natural feeling VX

Simgot EM10

Softears RSV

• Tim Tuned: Softears RSV delivers a rare combo for a full-BA set: organic timbre without the plasticky edge. The bass carries sufficient weight with a mid-bass emphasis—tight and tasteful rather than...  Timbre so beautiful you think it's not a BA set

Softears Volume S

• Tim Tuned: The Softears Volume S delivers a distinctly colored sound signature with significant boosts in two key areas: the bass and the upper mid-range . Its bass profile is uniquely elevated up to...  Bass surprisingly addicting and tactile  midrange could be more natural

Sony IER-M9

• Tim Tuned:  Just great accross the board, nothing to fault  Not very special

Tangzu Xuan Wu Gate

• Tim Tuned:  Great relaxed tuning. Satisfying subbass and treble  Female vocal lack a bit of life

Thieaudio Hype 4

Thieaudio Origin

• Tim Tuned:  Mega bass additiveness  Bass too much

Unique Melody MEST

• Tim Tuned:  Impressive staging and details  Aggressive signature

Unique Melody MEST mkII

• Tim Tuned:  Great balance, none offensive tuning with little to fault

ZiiGaat Crescent

• Tim Tuned: ZiiGaat Crescent arrives as a 2DD + 2BA hybrid with a noticeably nicer presentation: a flip-open box, a stylish faceplate (white “mountain” with a small crimson star), and a much-needed...  Kind of an Odyssey but spicer. Treble is surprisingly not grating  Treble is a lot and takes priority over mid & bass

Truthear x Crinacle Zero:Red

• Tim Tuned: Pros: Balanced tuning, smooth and natural timbre, good stage. Cons: Can use more micro details.

Aful Performer 5

• Tim Tuned:  Balanced tuning with fantastic treble extension  imaging could be better

Aful Performer 8

Dunu DK-3001 BD

Dunu SA6

• Tim Tuned:  Engaging signature with great vocals

Hisenior Mega5-EST +Bass

Kiwi Ears Orchestra

• Tim Tuned:  Slightly warm neurail tuning, well done

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro

• Tim Tuned:  Lively vocals and balanced tuning

Softears Twilight

• Tim Tuned: Understated presentation, premium execution. Softears Twilight arrives in a minimalist box with a gorgeous leather case, a stock cable terminated in 4.4 mm plus a 4.4→3.5 mm adapter, and a...  Warm tuning done correct, one of my favorite single DD  Need more treble

Tangzu Zetian Wu Heyday

• Tim Tuned:  More detailed than original + better bass  treble can be smoother

Thieaudio Prestige

• Tim Tuned:  High micro details, clean bass  Treble damage timbre

Truthear Nova

Yanyin x HBB Mahina

• Tim Tuned:  A more balanced Moonlight with better bass  a bit safe treble wise

Yanyin Moonlight

• Tim Tuned:  Great vocal centric signature & Imaging  a bit safe bass and treble wise

Ziigaat Cincotres

Ziigaat Doscinco

7Hz Timeless 2

• Tim Tuned:  A good v-shape  treble can be a bit too much

Simgot Supermix 4

• Tim Tuned:  Harman with more treble energy  Can be too spicy

Truthear Zero: Blue 2

• Tim Tuned: Pros: Slightly more balanced and pleasing Harman tuned. Cons: Treble with silicone tips is piercing.

7hz Timeless

• Tim Tuned:  High details for the price, good fun tuning  Metallic timbre

7Hz Timeless AE

• Tim Tuned:  Slightly more balanced out Timeless  Metallic timbre

Campfire Andromeda 2020

• Tim Tuned:  Extremely airy soundstage  Slightly bright, not very natural mids

Campfire Andromeda

• Tim Tuned:  Extremely airy soundstage  Slightly bright, not very natural mids

Dunu Falcon Ultra

Pula PA02

• Tim Tuned:  Great across the board  Bass decay slightly too short

Sennheiser IE200

• Tim Tuned:  IE600 style tuning with less upper mids and treble details  Stock tips and gimmick sucks

Kefine Klanar

• Tim Tuned:  Cheaper S12 Pro/ Z12

Kiwi Ears Quintet

Letshuoer S12

• Tim Tuned:  Planar with the most "wow" factor. Spacious heead stage  Treble can be too much

Letshouer S12 Pro

• Tim Tuned:  Basically S12  Treble can be too much

Letshuore Z12

• Tim Tuned:  A slightly more balanced S12  Treble can still be too much

Moondrop Alice

• Tim Tuned:  Lively vocals and balanced tuning  Poor User Experience....

Moondrop Blessing 2

• Tim Tuned:  Very well tuned neutral signature

NiceHCK F1 Pro

• Tim Tuned:  Cheaper S12 Pro/ Z12

Raptgo Hook-X

• Tim Tuned:  Pleasing warm tuning  can be too relaxed

Sony IER-M7

• Tim Tuned:  Very neutral tuning, great for audio work  Can be very boring

Tanchjim Kara

• Tim Tuned:  Very smooth and organic midrange, great treble  Lacking some bass dynamics

ThieAudio Hype 2

Truthear Hexa

• Tim Tuned:  Well done, clean midrange focus tuning  Can be fatiguing in the treble

XENN Mangird Tea 2

• Tim Tuned:  Good tonality  treble too safe, details need work

JUZEAR x Z Reviews Defiant

• Tim Tuned: The JUZEAR x Z Reviews Defiant executes on an old meta, IE 2020 tuning with a bass boost, and it does it exceptionally well. The bass is present but not overwhelming, and the treble is smooth and...  Great balanced tuning with a vocal emphasis

Ziigaat Lush

• Tim Tuned:  Very niche relaxed tuning  Too compressed sounding for me

SeeAudio Yume Midnight

• Tim Tuned: Pros: Great tonal balance. Cons: Bass can be mushy.