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KBEAR 03

• Jaytiss: Bone conductor driver ruins a nice FR
• Web Search: The KBEAR KB03 (Alkaid) is a budget tri-hybrid IEM using 1DD + 1BA + 1 bone-conduction driver, positioned around $55–69 depending on retailer; this configuration is unusual at the price and defines...
• Paul Wasabii: Adds a budget BA to the KB02 concept but loses the fun as bone-conduction artifacts and edgy treble creep in. The $69 price hike dulls the value.  Affordable way to experiment with dynamic driver, bone conduction and a BA.  Loses the KB02’s fun while adding bone-conduction artifacts and edgy upper treble; poor value at $69.

Goldplanar GL-AMT16

• Web Search: The Goldplanar GL-AMT16 is a single-driver in-ear using a 15.5 mm full-range AMT transducer (16 Ω, 102 dB) in a lightweight aluminum shell and ships with replaceable acoustic nozzles that...
• Fox Told Me So: GoldPlanar GL-AMT16 is a rare IEM built around a full-range AMT (Air Motion Transformer) driver—a 15.5 mm ultra-thin folded diaphragm that, by design, moves a lot more air than a typical dynamic...

Ziigaat Horizon

• Jays Audio: "Meta" inspired tuning, basically a slightly more detailed Astral with smoother treble and less sub-bass. Less aggressive/in your face vs Astrals. Great details and tech for the price, bright-leaning.
• Jaytiss: Treble is really nice and clean. A special set.
• Super* Review: Arguably the best in this series so far, it delivers a neutral, transparent midrange, a sub-bass tilt, strong imaging, and a surprisingly dense, engaging presentation. Caveats: a gritty upper treble...
• Web Search: Ziigaat Horizon is a tribrid IEM that combines 1DD + 2BA + 2 planar drivers, positioned at an MSRP of $329; this configuration aims to split bass, mids, and treble duties across specialized...
• Fresh Reviews: Ziigaat Horizon arrives as a striking tri-brid in the ~$300 bracket (1DD + 2BA + 2 planar) with a tuning that brushes close to Kiwi Ears Astral yet comes across a touch thinner and more ...
• Z-Reviews: Ziigaat’s Horizon goes for a flashy tribrid recipe— 1×10 mm bio-dynamic for slam, 2×BA for mids, and dual planar treble up top—wrapped in pretty shells and “horizon” art. Street...
• Head-Fi.org: 3 community members have rated the ZiiGaat Horizon at an average of 4.4/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Excellent.

Moondrop Blessing 3 Aqua

• Jaytiss: Great balance, really enjoyable.
• Web Search: The Moondrop Blessing 3 Aqua retains the Blessing 3’s 2DD+4BA hybrid platform with Moondrop’s horizontally-opposed dual-dynamic bass module, then applies a light retune and a deep-sea blue...
• Kois Archive: Rating: A+ | Value: ⭐⭐ | Gaming: 🎮🎮 | Comfort: 9  natural midrange. easy to listen.  it can be hard to buy this. relaxed treble.

Hercules Audio Noah

• Jaytiss: Clean vocals, just amazing, clean and clear. 5/5 amazing maybe best thing Ive heard.
• Web Search: The Hercules Audio Noah is a 1DD+3BA hybrid using a 9 mm dynamic driver with three Knowles armatures in an all-metal shell, terminated with Pentaconn Ear connectors. Its official listing...
• Kois Archive: Rating: S- | Value: ⭐⭐ | Gaming: 🎮🎮 | Comfort: 9  fun and engaging set with great build quality  I wish for slightly more midbass

HIDIZS MP143

• Jaytiss: Nice and smooth, maybe too smooth.
• Head-Fi.org: 25 community members have rated the Hidizs MP143 at an average of 4.3/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Excellent.
• Kois Archive: Rating: A- | Value: ⭐ | Comfort: 8  nice planar bass. swappable nozzle  possible channel imbalance

KZ Duet

• Jaytiss: Build quality is Earbud, I'd recommend the USB-C unless you need the wired.
• Paul Wasabii: Dual dynamic drivers in an earbud style shell deliver tight, fast bass with clear mids and lively treble that suit both music and gaming; sub-bass weight is modest. The optional DSP dongle is handy...  Clean, sharp imaging with big projected stage and tight, fast bass makes it good for both music and gaming.  Sub-bass is light and the mid/treble edge can read a bit BA-like or fatiguing for some listeners.

Yu9 Que

• Jays Audio: Smooth listen, non-fatiguing, balanced and leans towards neutral, scales good, full, natural, but lacks dynamics/transients and vocal extension. Reminds me of the OG SA6 with a little more treble and...
• Gizaudio Axel: One of the most refined, fun, engaging, and technically capable IEMs for its price. Treble is very refined and surprisingly not fatiguing.  Well-textured bass with strong physicality. Clear, vocals. Refined, non-fatiguing treble with plenty of extension. Class-leading detail and separation.  Treble may be too much for some.
• Jaytiss: Can lack that Jenesequa "it" factor.
• Precogvision: Exceptional tuning and treble refinement; sets the benchmark at $400.
• Web Search: The YU9 Que is a hybrid IEM using 1 dynamic driver + 3 balanced armatures, positioned in the mid-upper price tier with an MSRP around $399. Retail listings confirm the configuration (10 mm LF DD with...
• Audionotions: Balanced, contrasty, highly resolving. Very good transients. Tight bass, clean mids, very well extended treble. The only glaring flaw is the one-dimensional imaging - there is very little layering,...
• Fox Told Me So: YU9 Audio QUE is a $300 hybrid (1DD + 3BA) with a name rooted in Chinese culture—“阙” (QUE, palace), paired with a fish bone logo from “鱼” (YU, fish). Shells are aluminum with a...
• Head-Fi.org: 2 community members have rated the YU9 Que at an average of 4.5/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Outstanding.
• Kois Archive: Rating: S- | Value: ⭐⭐ | Gaming: 🎮🎮 | Comfort: 9  fun bass. referency midrange. excellent techs  could be bright. cable is meh
• Paul Wasabii: Polished, speaker-like tuning with tactile bass, clean extension and standout imaging makes it a class-leading $400 hybrid. Minor nitpicks: mids can edge forward, and it prefers a bit more volume and...  Polished, speaker-like balance with tactile bass, linear fatigue-free treble and excellent imaging for the price.  Mids can sit a bit forward and the presentation benefits from higher volume and a deeper, secure fit.

Ikko Activebuds

Melody Wings Venus

• Jaytiss: It's very exciting and fun. But ultimatly lower trebble is harsh for me.
• Web Search: The Melody Wings Venus is a hybrid 1DD+3BA IEM built around a 10 mm beryllium-plated dynamic for lows and three balanced armatures, using 0.78 mm 2-pin connectors and a modular cable with 3.5 mm, 4.4...

Ziigaat Odyssey 2

• Jays Audio: Balanced all-rounder with a slight vocal/mid-centric presentation. Vocal scaler. Snappy/punchy/tight bass. A cleaner, smoother, and more mid-centric Odyssey aka no more bass sauce and bite. Rec with...
• Jaytiss: More drab version of the Odyessey 2.
• Super* Review: The tonal balance is fantastic. Treble is sounding quite right. Default bass boost on a diffuse field / meta sound signature. I personally would save up for the Volume S
• Web Search: The Ziigaat Odyssey 2 is a hybrid 1DD+3BA IEM using a 10 mm bio-cellulose dynamic driver for lows and three Knowles armatures for mids/treble, housed in lightweight aluminum shells with a detachable...
• Fresh Reviews: Some titles B
• Audionotions: Top notch build quality - I love the metal shell. Linsoul should adopt this shell across the board. U-Shaped take on JM1 with bass lift contained to subbass region and some lower treble spice. Very,...
• Head-Fi.org: One community member has rated the Ziigaat Odyssey 2 at an average of 4.0/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Very Positive.
• Kois Archive: Rating: A | Value: ⭐⭐ | Gaming: 🎮🎮 | Comfort: 8  nice warm tuning  slightly relaxed midrange and treble
• Paul Wasabii: Retune softens the Odyssey’s treble bite but shifts energy around 2.5 kHz, which makes vocals thinner and hurts volume scaling; the original feels more balanced. Nice build refresh and modular...  Improved build and modular cable with a calmer top end that suits low-volume listening.  Upper-mid emphasis thins vocals at volume and the retune trades air, separation, and body versus the original.

ZiiGaat Crescent

• Jays Audio: Slightly warm, full, and sparkly/crispy treble. A warmer TOP PRO with a step down in technical performance. Treble can get much on kpop/jpop/energetic tracks. Mid-volume set, doesn't scale as well as...
• Gizaudio Axel: Lively V-shape sound signature.  Clean and controlled bass. Clear, forward vocals. Airy treble with good separation.  Upper treble can be too much for some.
• Jaytiss: Smoothe and clean set, one of the better Ziggatts.
• 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
• Web Search: The ZiiGaat Crescent combines a dual dynamic driver setup—using PET and LCP diaphragms in an isobaric configuration—with Knowles balanced armatures for mids and treble. This hybrid approach...
• Z-Reviews: ZiiGaat's Crescent IEMs deliver a strikingly unique and luscious sound signature that stands out sharply from the crowd, especially within ZiiGaat's own lineup of similarly priced models...
• Bad Guy Good Audio: Tuning first : Crescent comes across as a “baby Top Pro” —the frequency response mirrors the ZiiGaat Zens Top Pro with a subtle lift through the lower mids (~ 300–500 Hz ) and a tucked...
• Audionotions: Warm but balanced. Bass is rich and fun - not incredibly controlled and punchy but it has satisfying weight that adds a nice richness to the mids. A bit shouty occasionally and the treble can...
• Head-Fi.org: 19 community members have rated the ZiiGaat Crescent at an average of 4.4/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Excellent.
• Kois Archive: Rating: S- | Value: ⭐⭐⭐ | Gaming: 🎮🎮 | Comfort: 8  fun bass. airy female vocals.  slightly bright
• Paul Wasabii: A relaxed, lower-tilted take on Odyssey that emphasizes bass texture and warmer mids with a vintage vibe. Intimate stage and slower bass keep it from being an all-rounder.  Relaxed, warmer tuning with tasteful bass texture and hybrid clarity.  Intimate stage and lingering, slower bass reduce excitement for fast, energetic genres.

Softears RSV MK II

• Jays Audio: Bassy dynamic all-rounder with great low-end texture that slams hard with good note-weight/body. Slight Hype 4 upgrade. Treble is smooth, and vocals are well-tuned. Overall unboxing/accesories are...
• Jaytiss: So Softears didn't forget how to tune. Tactful Basshead
• Super* Review: A 5-BA successor that lands at $700, claims “re-engineered” BA bass, and feels like a welcome throwback to when high-end Chi-Fi wasn’t four figures. Build and fit are excellent with a...
• Web Search: The Softears RSV MK II refines the original RSV with an all-5BA design and a 4-way crossover, targeting a stable “reference sound” while improving driver control and airflow management. It’s...
• Fox Told Me So: The RSV MK2 still follows Softears’ signature approach: an all-BA design, specifically, five-BA configuration. The “V” stands for both its five-driver layout and its bold carbon-fiber faceplate...
• Head-Fi.org: 3 community members have rated the Softears RSV-MKII at an average of 4.4/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Excellent.

Hidizs mk12 x Ducbloke

• Jaytiss: Stock its really bassy, with eq it gets even better.
• Web Search: The Hidizs MK12 × DucBloke is a special-tuned edition built on the MK12 “Turris” platform, which uses a single 12 mm dynamic driver with a 91% magnesium diaphragm and a 1.5 T magnet system...
• Z-Reviews: Hidizs MK12 x DucBloke shows up dressed in the reddest red to ever red, with big, hefty shells and a pointy tail that looks like it could break glass —mercifully harmless once seated. The...

Metalure Wave

• Jaytiss: A bit sharp.

AFUL Dawn-X

• Jays Audio: Smooth treble, natural timbre, good sub-bass focused set, but transients can be a bit soft, and vocals are pulled back lacking final extension - non-fatiguing but not very engaging and "dynamic". A...
• Gizaudio Axel: Balanced all-rounder with fun bass, lifelike mids, very smooth and refined treble, highly resolving and immersive, with great soundstage and precise imaging.  Textured, punchy bass, natural mids, ethereal female vocals, smooth, airy, and non-fatiguing treble, top-tier resolution.
• Jaytiss: This has a really natural midrange, best BC iem I've heard by far.
• Super* Review: Super Review says AFUL’s Dawn-X is the brand’s best execution of its house sound yet—a $1,300 flagship tribrid with 14 drivers (DD + 8 BA + 4 EST + bone conduction) that fits comfortably and...
• Web Search: The AFUL Dawn-X is a 14-driver quadbrid IEM—1DD+8BA+4EST+1BC—wired together via a six-way electronic + physical crossover and AFUL’s 3D Micro-Resonance acoustic paths; the stabilized-wood...
• Z-Reviews: AFUL Dawn-X goes straight for spectacle: a $1,300 tribrid behemoth with 14 drivers per side —one dynamic, eight BAs, four electrostats , and a bone conductor —that turns familiar tracks...
• Audionotions: Slightly warm tilted neutral. Very well balanced with a tasteful bass boost. Bass is surprisingly very weighty and textured with quick decay so bass notes don't linger and overstay their welcome....
• Head-Fi.org: 2 community members have rated the AFUL DAWN-X at an average of 5.0/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Masterpiece.
• Kois Archive: Rating: S+ | Value: ⭐⭐ | Gaming: 🎮🎮🎮 | Comfort: 6  natural midrange. ethereal treble. totl techs.  rip small ears

Oriolus Szalayi

• Jaytiss: BASS + BASS + BASS = fun? Maybe.
• Web Search: The Oriolus Szalayi is a tri-brid IEM that assigns a 10 mm dynamic driver to bass, a 14 mm planar diaphragm to the midrange, and a single balanced armature to treble—an uncommon layout aimed at...

Metalure Glacier

• Jaytiss: Slight harshness in the trebble, but competent, lovely set.
• Web Search: The Metalure Glacier is a 9-driver tribrid—1DD+6BA+2EST—positioned as the brand’s flagship; this configuration is confirmed in independent coverage and frames its focus on treble extension and...

Hidizs MP145

• Jays Audio: A less sharp and sizzly HeyDay. All-rounder sound with good tech. Tamer Harman/df. Solid all-rounder.
• Web Search: Hidizs MP145 is a single-driver planar IEM built around a 14.5 mm planar magnetic transducer (30 Ω, ~104 dB/Vrms), housed in a milled aluminum shell. It ships with screw-on tuning filters that make...
• Audionotions: One of the best IEMS under $300. Shells look large but fit is surprisingly good and very comfy. Tuning nozzles actually work - I like the balanced setting but all of them sound good. Great techs,...
• Head-Fi.org: 31 community members have rated the HIDIZS MP145 at an average of 4.5/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Outstanding.

MYER-AUDIO SLIIVO SLT6

• Jaytiss: Really strong iem at it's price so far.
• Web Search: The MYER-AUDIO SLIIVO SLT6 is a pure 6BA design using branded Sonion and Knowles armatures, with two dip-switches that enable four tuning combinations. Published specs list 50–65 Ω impedance and...
• Kois Archive: Rating: A+ | Value: ⭐⭐ | Gaming: 🎮🎮 | Comfort: 8  fun balanced set.  mids aren't the best

ThieAudio Prestige LTD

• Jays Audio: Clean and natural signature with treble emphasis. LOTS of details with airy treble without going overboard (better treble extension vs MK2/MK3). Bass is not as impactful versus MK3 but has better...
• Jaytiss: The unit I reviewed had wonky bass, expect this to change if I review a unit with proper bass.
• Web Search: The ThieAudio Prestige LTD is a tribrid flagship using a 1DD + 4BA + 4EST array with a 5-way crossover, aiming for coherent treble extension and low distortion. Official materials and retailer specs...
• Shuwa-T:  A much better implementation than the Prestige OG
• Nymz: The best Thieaudio I've heard to date. Very close tonality to the Mk3, but with better technical performance, especially in the dynamics and stage departments.
• Z-Reviews: Explodes with a grand, hall-sized soundstage , a sense of space that feels like giant speakers in a living venue—wide, towering, and immersive. The tuning hits a sweet spot of aggressive low...
• Bad Guy Good Audio: ThieAudio Prestige LTD sits near the top of the pile because it just doesn’t do anything wrong. Bass has real weight without bloat, the mids stay clean , and treble keeps it crisp without...
• Head-Fi.org: One community member has rated the Thieaudio Prestige LTD at an average of 4.0/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Very Positive.

Dunu Vulkan 2

• Jays Audio: Neutral/vocal centric set with very little sub-bass. A very "unique" tuning for a neutral sound. Very genre dependent. Clean and clear vocals with a slight bite. Lower-mids are just enough to bring...
• Jaytiss: Fantastic Mids and Treble!
• Super* Review: The Dunu Vulkan 2 (2DD+6BA, ~$360) is well-built with generous accessories but tuned “delicate”—very midrange-forward, bass-light, and thinned by a pronounced lower-mid dip. Compared with the...
• Web Search: The Dunu Vulkan 2 employs a dual dynamic driver setup—10mm for sub-bass and 8mm for mid-bass—each in isolated chambers to reduce interference and enhance low-end articulation. Its four-way hybrid...
• Z-Reviews: Opening the serious business packaging reveals the Dunu Vulkan 2 IEMs and a mountain of accessories, including the praised SS tips and the excellent gunmetal gray cable with its satisfying...
• Head-Fi.org: 13 community members have rated the DUNU Vulkan 2 at an average of 4.3/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Excellent.
• Paul Wasabii: Mids take center stage with a natural, polished treble; bass is tight but light, making it genre-dependent. A refined, more energetic twist on the EJ07 recipe at $360.  Emotive, textured mids with natural, polished treble and clean, fast bass.  5 dB bass shelf with a mid-bass dip makes it genre-limiting; stage leans intimate and it is source-picky.

Ice Lab Spectrumica

• Jaytiss: Kinda overly bassy, but good treble, and well done.
• Super* Review: Kind of what people expect from a 2000$ IEM. Very strong first impression effect. Mid-Range performance and quality of vocals not quite there where I want it to be.
• Head-Fi.org: One community member has rated the Ice Lab Spectrumica at an average of 4.0/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Very Positive.

Fosi Audio IM4

• Jaytiss: Nice impression, very audiophile tuned.
• Web Search: Fosi Audio’s IM4 is an unusual entry-level IEM that uses an open-back shell and a single 10 mm beryllium-coated dynamic driver, aiming for a more natural presentation than typical sealed designs....
• Z-Reviews: Quirky name aside, the Fosi Audio IM4 brings a 10 mm beryllium-coated single dynamic driver with a tuning that reads more cohesive, clean, and neutral than bass-bomber. Music floats with a great...

Craft Ears x Elise Audio Omnium Ti

• Jaytiss: Really excellent, really fun.
• Web Search: The Craft Ears x Elise Audio Omnium Ti is a titanium-clad, limited variant of the Omnium built around a tri-brid array: 1× dynamic for lows, 1× planar for low/mids, and 5× balanced armatures for...

Apos x Community Rock Lobster

• Jaytiss: Has some slight colorizations, but is fun and rich.

64 Audio U18T

• Precogvision: Bloated BA bass and overly compressed dynamic range. The least "64 Audio" sounding IEM that fails to bridge mainstream tuning and Hi-Fi.
• Super* Review: Positioned as a top-of-the-line “reference” set with 18 BAs and a ~ $3,000 tag, the 64 Audio U18t brings a brighter tilt than its siblings. With the M15 APEX module, treble gains presence...
• Web Search: The 64 Audio U18t is a high-end, 18-BA universal IEM that combines the company’s tia tubeless treble driver and apex pressure-relief modules, targeted at reference-grade monitoring and critical...

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: Warmer mids and less treble compared to the Hexa.  Warm, smooth, and laid-back with safe, easy treble.  Might feel a bit too warm for some.
• Jaytiss: Blunted, kinda mid, but very Listeneresk.
• Tim Tuned: Truthear Pure follows the beloved Hexa with a smarter twist on neutrality: a hybrid 1DD+3BA at $90 that keeps the sturdy 3D-printed shell, slightly chunkier but similarly comfortable. The...
• 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...
• Web Search: 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...
• Z-Reviews: Truthear Pure brings a warm, bass-impactful presentation from its 1DD+3BA setup, but the rest feels like it’s under a blanket. There’s a noticeable 2 kHz hump , then the upper range ducks...
• Audionotions: The new warm neutral benchmark. Masterclass in a slightly warm tilted neutral. I always thought the Hexa would be an amazing IEM if the bass wasn't so bloomy and uncontrolled. The Pure fixes that and...
• Fox Told Me So: Truthear Pure can be seen as a side branch of the Hexa line, 'refining' its formula with higher sensitivity (124 dB / 14 Ω) and easier drivability. Bass is generous and weighty, hitting harder than...
• Head-Fi.org: 4 community members have rated the Truthear PURE at an average of 4.0/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Very Positive.

VOLK AUDIO ETOILE

• Jaytiss: Hard to EQ, weird tonality. Extremly poor value. King Weird.

CCA Phoenix

• Jaytiss: It's a nice easy set, fun and enjoyable.
• Paul Wasabii: Strong LCP driver with tight mid bass and clear mids, but upper mids and treble run hot above Harman; best at low volume or with EQ. Excellent value once dialed in.  Fast and controlled driver with engaging mid bass, clear mids, and strong extension for the price.  Upper mids and treble are too elevated, flattening stage and requiring EQ or low volume to avoid glare.

Symphonium Titan

• Jays Audio: Most balanced bass set I've heard so far without sacrificing the fun/texture/impact in the low-end. Open staging, full sounding, deep sub-bass, vocals aren't buried either. No big peaky treble, good...
• Z-Reviews: Symphonium Titan shows up with a big box, a blue theme, and a cable that feels too soft for a $1,000 set, plus a hefty metal case that could double as a tiny sarcophagus. The shell styling reads...

BGVP Solomon

• Web Search: The BGVP Solomon is a quad-brid IEM with a complex 2DD+3BA+2EST+2BCD driver array, low 7.3 Ω impedance, and 110.8 dB sensitivity, indicating easy drivability but potential source-noise audibility....
• Fox Told Me So: BGVP Solomon packs 9 drivers—2 DD, 3 BA, 2 EST, and 2 BCD—into a bold, energetic tuning. Bass is moderate in quantity but tight, fast, and clean, focusing on speed over slam. No bleed, no extra...

Noble Audio Shogun

• Fox Told Me So: Noble Shogun makes a bold first impression: bass—massive, dominant, and impossible to ignore. The overall tonality leans dark, with low frequencies taking center stage. Bass gain exceeds JM1’s...

Epz K9

• Jays Audio: All-rounder with slight v-shape tonality. EW300 upgrade. Natural and sweet vocals, nice mid-bass slam, treble is nicely extended, well-balanced with a mix of smoothness and contrast, and great...
• Jaytiss: A little bit too much lower trebble, but it's still a good balanced set.
• Web Search: The EPZ K9 is a 9-driver hybrid (1DD+8BA) with a 3-way acoustic/electronic crossover, rated at 14 Ω and 108 dB sensitivity; it also ships with interchangeable 3.5 mm/4.4 mm plugs, making it easy to...
• Fox Told Me So: EPZ K9 follows a confident W-shaped tuning that strikes a fine balance between energy and smoothness. Sub-bass reaches good depth—elastic and bouncy rather than thunderous—giving just enough...
• Head-Fi.org: 5 community members have rated the EPZ K9 at an average of 4.2/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Very Positive.

Brise Audio Fugaku

• Precogvision: World-class bass with incredible depth and dynamics. Held back by a slightly unrefined treble response.
• Smirk Audio: World-class bass dynamics and slam. Coherent and fleshed out soundstage. Full-bodied notes. Slightly relaxed treble and lower mids. Upper mids slightly forward. Cons: Price, requires proprietary...
• Web Search: The Brise Audio Fugaku represents a radical departure from conventional IEM design, functioning as an integrated portable audio system rather than standalone earphones. Its core innovation lies in...
• Bad Guy Good Audio:  Cutting edge tech and innovation  Lacks slam on 808 drops. Cannot be EQ'd to do otherwise. Is a crippling handicap for people with Hip hop and EDM trance libraries.
• Fox Told Me So: Fugaku is a MEMS-powered IEM that wears its identity loud and clear: air—tons of it. The moment you hit play, you’re greeted by an open, shimmering atmosphere that screams treble authority....

Moondrop Lan 2 Pop

• Super* Review: An engaging, punchy, and fairly technical listen for ~$60 that runs a bit “spicy” up top but acceptable if you tolerate brightness (3/5).
• Web Search: The Moondrop LAN 2 Pop is a single-dynamic IEM built around a 10 mm dual-cavity driver in a stainless-steel (MIM) shell. Retailers list identical hardware to the Ref version—30 Ω impedance, ~118...

Moondrop Lan 2 REF

• Super* Review: Technically sharper with better separation and imaging but pushed too bright/splashy to enjoy broadly, making it fatiguing (2/5).
• Web Search: Moondrop Lan 2 REF is the reference-tuned variant of the Lan 2 line, priced around $59.99 and built with a stainless-steel shell housing a 10 mm dual-cavity dynamic driver. Retailer specs list 30 Ω...

Xenns Tea Pro

• Jays Audio: A more resolving Davinci, literally. The Tea magic is gone :( but it's now the most refined and well-balanced. It's the most bassy one with better low-end texture, heavier notes, more details, better...
• Gizaudio Axel:  Powerful bass with great slam, open sound, excellent imaging, and detail.  Treble is a bit bright.
• Jaytiss: Great set, but lacks slam for it's bass level at times.
• 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
• Web Search: The Xenns Mangird Tea Pro offers a bass response that emphasizes sub-bass depth with a noticeable +3dB lift at 20Hz, providing substantial rumble without overwhelming the mid-bass. This allows bass...
• Fresh Reviews: Really nice for the price - Premium Package
• Z-Reviews: Xenns Tea Pro lands with the familiar “Tea” swagger: a baby-blue, sparkled shell that looks subdued but premium, a modular 3.5/4.4 cable that clicks together more cleanly than most, and the...
• Bad Guy Good Audio: Xenns Tea Pro lands as a confident mid-tier contender with a 2DD+6BA setup around $350–360 , going head-to-head with sets like DaVinci , Estrella , and Dusk . Sub-bass has real grunt—808...
• Audionotions: U-shaped tuned IEM with a lot of energy at both ends. Very visceral bass punch and very exciting treble/upper mids. I can see why this IEM is liked so much. But the bass and treble can both be very...
• Head-Fi.org: 7 community members have rated the Xenns Tea Pro at an average of 4.3/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Excellent.
• Paul Wasabii: Warm, natural tuning with excellent volume scaling and mid clarity; the bass shelf is controlled rather than boomy. A pleasant, well balanced hybrid that favors musicality over maximum detail.  Warm, smooth tuning with excellent mid clarity, controlled bass shelf, and superb volume scaling.  Not for detail or treble fans, as resolution and upper energy are conservative and the stage opens up best at higher volumes.

Xenns Top Pro

• Jays Audio: Very technical, amazing resolution and detail for the price, treble is slightly crispy and sparkly, clean but dynamic all-rounder. Mid-volume set for the most part as treble can get hot at higher...
• Gizaudio Axel: A refined, genre-versatile all-rounder. One of the best in its price range.  Balanced tuning with clean bass, smooth vocal-forward mids, refined airy treble, and excellent detail and separation.
• Jaytiss: Has some odd warmth for me, but is great.
• 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
• Super* Review: A little bit unengaging to listen to. Bass kinda lacks definition. Kinda reminds me of the Mega5 EST. Not a bad IEM but not my favorite at 500 bucks.
• Web Search: The XENNS Mangird Top Pro is a 10-driver hybrid (2DD + 8BA) using a 4-way crossover and launches at an MSRP of $499. Headfonics details the allocation—dual dynamics for lows, Knowles BAs for mids,...
• Fresh Reviews: Best in Valorant out of the games tested
• Z-Reviews: Z-Reviews expresses immediate and strong enthusiasm for the Xenns Top Pro, a $500 IEM featuring a 10-driver configuration (8 balanced armatures + 2 dynamic drivers). He notes their exceptional ...
• Bad Guy Good Audio: Positioned at $500 , the Xenns Top Pro gets stacked against the Subtonic Storm at around $5,400 —a full 10× price gap that shouldn’t be glossed over. Level-matched listening shows the two...
• Audionotions: Excellent tuning. Jack of all trades. One of my favorite IEM releases of 2025. Great vocals, bright leaning treble that adds a bit more sparkle. Bass that extends deep and doesn't bleed. Could use a...
• Head-Fi.org: One community member has rated the Xenns Top Pro at an average of 4.0/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Very Positive.

I/O Sogno

• Jays Audio: Literally Harman 2019. Inoffensive and good all-rounder. A little sharp in the timbre vs Volare (I'd just save up for the Volare if you want Harman), more low-end than Volare, better bass and timbre...
• Super* Review: It's a fine IEM if you look for something which is Harman compliant. It's a bit narrow sounding but pleasant.
• Fresh Reviews: Very Tip Dependent
• Head-Fi.org: 3 community members have rated the I/O Sogno at an average of 4.7/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Exceptional.

I/O Volare

• Jays Audio: Best Harman IEM under $600 (my unit is less harman), smooth and natural, great layering and tech, bass texture could be better/not as good as Oracle MK3, but overall very balanced and great...
• Jaytiss: Nice overall quality.
• Super* Review: If you are looking for the most bang for your buck in terms of the costs of materials - this is it. But not the most interesting sound.
• Shuwa-T:  Balanced subbass-focused tuning that borders the fine line between technical and boring, well extended treble that remains free of sibilance  The lower midrange does not sound the most natural despite how funny squiggly lines look
• Head-Fi.org: 7 community members have rated the I/O Volare at an average of 4.7/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Exceptional.

Letshuoer S12 Ultra

• Jays Audio: Smoothest S12 so far with fun sub-bass and good transients/dynamics. Slight v-shape, similar to the Defiant but a little more bassy. 1.5K vocal peak can be an issue on songs with no bass to cover it,...
• Jaytiss: They saved the best s12 for last.
• Web Search: The Letshuoer S12 Ultra continues the brand’s planar lineage with a 14.8 mm planar-magnetic driver in a compact metal shell. Notable upgrades include a 392-core silver-plated cable with...
• Head-Fi.org: One community member has rated the LETSHUOER S12 Ultra at an average of 5.0/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Masterpiece.
• Paul Wasabii: Warm, smoother take on S12 with weightier mids and easier treble. A safe, coherent planar many will prefer, though less open and lively than S12 2024.  Smooth, coherent tuning with planar resolve and good value, plus modular cable and a usable dongle.  Stage depth and height feel compressed versus S12 2024, and bass can turn slightly boomy on dense mixes.

MYER SL224

• Jays Audio: Same tuning as the EPZ P50 but fancier with a little more sub-bass, and slightly more detailed in the treble but barely noticeable. This is "technically" better, but P50 would be the better value...
• Gizaudio Axel: Good for vocal lovers. Not ideal if you want a strong bass boost.  Natural vocals, clear mids, and smooth, detailed treble. Clean and balanced sound with a nice touch of air and sparkle.  Bass is polite and reserved. Can feel a bit incohesive at times.
• Jaytiss: Nice set, very clean and correctly energetic.
• Web Search: The MYER SLIIVO SL224 is an eight-driver hybrid built around 2DD+2BA+4 micro-planar units with a 36 Ω impedance and 108 dB sensitivity, positioned at an MSRP around $269.99 (often on sale near...
• Kois Archive: Rating: S- | Value: ⭐⭐⭐ | Gaming: 🎮🎮 | Comfort: 8  excellent mid treble focused set  can be shouty to some

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: Balanced, detailed, and versatile. It sets the bar for its price point.  Punchy, textured bass, natural and forward vocals, balanced sound, with great detail and imaging. A great all-rounder.
• Jaytiss: Fun engaging set!
• Precogvision: Pleasant, neutral warm tuning with good treble extension that wholly belies its price point.
• 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
• 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.
• Web Search: JUZEAR x Z Reviews Defiant is a budget hybrid with a 1DD+3BA configuration and a 3-way crossover, housed in precise 3D-printed shells—specs that are unusually complete around the ~$100 bracket ....
• Audionotions: Nicely balanced IEM with a tough of warmth. Very pleasantly tuned throughout. Relaxed and lush sounding. Good job Zeos!
• Head-Fi.org: 2 community members have rated the Juzear x Z Reviews DEFIANT at an average of 4.0/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Very Positive.
• Audio Amigo: Explorer but Brighter, EM6L, but Warmer. A fantastic All-Rounder set with good technical performance, great accessories, and fantastic looks. Can potentially have pressure issues.
• Kois Archive: Rating: A | Value: ⭐⭐⭐ | Gaming: 🎮🎮 | Comfort: 9  just wow for $100  technicalities I guess

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:  Beautifully done tuning all around  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.
• Web Search: The EPZ P50 is a tribrid with a 10 mm dynamic driver, two balanced armatures, and two micro planar drivers, implemented in a semi-open back shell and a three-way crossover—an uncommon configuration...
• Head-Fi.org: 13 community members have rated the EPZ P50 at an average of 4.3/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Excellent.
• Audio Amigo: Wonderful vocal forward all-rounder. Balanced, clean, detailed, sound. Has Length mode issues. So the Treble might be harsh for some. Nice accessories. Custom designed versions available.
• Kois Archive: Rating: A- | Value: ⭐⭐ | Gaming: 🎮🎮 | Comfort: 9  warm balanced sound. great micro details  a little safe and boring

Tanchjim Zero Ultima

• Web Search: The Tanchjim Zero Ultima uses a single dynamic driver with a dual-chamber design (DMT 4 Ultra), rated at 30 Ω, 123 dB/Vrms sensitivity and a 10–48 kHz claimed response; build is very light and the...
• Z-Reviews: Tanchjim Zero Ultima comes in dirt-cheap and unapologetically simple: an attached 3.5 mm cable with inline mic, featherweight shells (~2.3 g), and hilariously oversized nozzles for such tiny...
• Head-Fi.org: 15 community members have rated the TANCHJIM Zero Ultima at an average of 4.2/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Very Positive.

Penon 10th Anniversary

• Jaytiss: It's different, fun, but very V shaped.
• Head-Fi.org: 9 community members have rated the Penon 10th Anniversary at an average of 4.7/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Exceptional.

Penon Quattro

• Jaytiss: Mid range is wonky, interesting but not good.

Penon Fan 3s

• Jaytiss: Richer tonality, so far niice.

7th Acoustics Asteria

• Precogvision: Pretty much the closest to a tonal panacea that I've heard only held back by the bass.
• Web Search: The 7th Acoustics Asteria is a hybrid flagship built around a 10 mm dynamic driver for bass and twelve balanced-armature drivers covering mids through super-treble (5-way crossover), packaged in a...
• Bad Guy Good Audio: 7th Acoustics Asteria arrives as a limited run of 77 units at around $3,800 , presented in a numbered box with premium trimmings. The shells are described as the most beautiful seen in the...  As technical as a PMG SE but smooth like an RN6 (engaging mids) Flawless for my library

ooopusX Op.24

• Web Search: The ooopusX Op.24 is a budget hybrid with a 2DD+4BA array and a physical two-position tuning dial that switches electrical load between roughly 15Ω and 27Ω, indicating distinct filter networks for...
• Fresh Reviews: Op.24 goes in with a quirky two-tuning “turntable,” but both positions behave almost the same where it matters. A big 3–4 kHz elevation shoves door kicks, gunfire, and certain effects to the...

SIMGOT EG280

• Jays Audio: All-rounder with pinpoint imaging and slight uppermids/vocal emphasis. Basically a more technical EW300 with better vocal clarity and extension. Solid for gaming like EM6L, and would be my pick since...
• Web Search: The SIMGOT EG280 is a budget-class, hybrid gaming IEM that pairs a 10 mm dynamic driver with a 6 mm planar unit per side (rated at 32 Ω, 119 dB/Vrms), a configuration positioned to blend bass weight...
• Fresh Reviews: The SIMGOT EG280 makes a strong first impression for budget gaming with a curve reminiscent of Harman 2019 : footsteps (both low and upper registers) and gunfire pop through cleanly, giving...
• Head-Fi.org: 3 community members have rated the Simgot EG280 at an average of 4.0/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Very Positive.
• Paul Wasabii: Gaming-focused hybrid with DSP presets and a long USB-C cable. Resolving with sharp imaging, but the stock tuning is bright and benefits from EQ for music.  Capable hybrid drivers with good resolve, plus onboard DSP and WalkPlay presets for game-specific tuning.  Stock tuning is bright for music and the soundstage is only average without presets.

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: An engaging sound signature with good bass and natural mids.  Deep bass with strong impact, natural mids with good timbre, and smooth treble with great detail.  Lower treble can get a bit energetic, and upper treble lacks some air.
• Jaytiss: Mids are slightly cooked, but it's nice overall.
• Tim Tuned:  Mostly inoffensive bassy V-shape tuning  Lacking details
• Web Search: 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...
• Fresh Reviews: Borders B+
• Head-Fi.org: 26 community members have rated the KEFINE QUATIO at an average of 4.6/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Outstanding.
• Paul Wasabii: Bass-tilted, fatigue-free hybrid with excellent build and accessories; closer to Delci than Clean and priced appropriately around $130. Not a detail monster but coherent and easy to enjoy.  Excellent metal build and accessories with coherent, bass-friendly tuning that avoids fatigue.  Strong sub-bass masks lower mids and the safe upper treble reduces air, detail and overall technical performance.

Canpur CP622B

• Jaytiss: A good set, but lacks magic for me to justify keeping.
• Smirk Audio: Highly technical with great tuning and vocals. Punchy mid-bass with great sub-bass extension. Can sound somewhat unexciting and dry on some sources. Cons: Poor quality stock cable.
• Shuwa-T:  Similar to the Storm, but with greater focus to bass dynamics at the cost of less clarity  Price Price
• Bad Guy Good Audio: Canpur CP622B is positioned as a true apex set among today’s ultra-high-end IEMs—think Storm, Grand Maestro, Pearl, Multiverse, RN6—where differences are subtle and taste-dependent, not...  Resolution and tactile slam with not ultra boosted bass. brilliant tuning. Tactility only shows under extreme bass hits between 50 and 100Hz. Not sure why? Otherwise very oudiophile replay of rhythm section
• Yifang:  Tonally excellent and technicalities are fantastic. Works as an all-rounder with little to no flaws.  Mids could be a little better, BCD effect could be improved on.

Open Audio Siren

• Jaytiss: It's not that it's bad, is just that there are better options.

Tingker Acoustics H16

• Jaytiss: Odd for me.

Fiio FD5

• Crin: Pretty standard V-shaped tuning though surprisingly proficient in technicalities.
• Precogvision: Generic Fiio tuning with metallic timbre issues to boot in the treble and upper-midrange.
• Nymz: Too V-shaped for me. Treble too hot and mids are very recessed. Great bass impact and stage size.
• Head-Fi.org: 6 community members have rated the Fiio FD5 at an average of 4.0/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Very Positive.

Aful Performer 5+2

• Jays Audio: Clean, balanced, neutral sound with good layering and tech. Relaxing vocals, but lacks power and last bit of vocal extension. Bass has good controll, but lacks impact. Has sizzly planar timbre in the...
• Gizaudio Axel: A detailed, engaging all-rounder that's exciting without being shouty or harsh.  Smooth, neutral tuning with a bass boost, excellent bass quality, clean mids, forward vocals, and sparkly, incisive treble. Great detail.  I wouldn’t change a thing.
• Jaytiss: It's spicy treble is something to watch out for, it's unique.
• Super* Review: Overall it is sounding more visceral and incisive than the Performer 5.
• Web Search: The AFUL Performer 5+2 (also listed as “Performer 7”) uses a 2DD+4BA+1 micro planar driver array and AFUL’s LC-network crossover plus a 3D-printed acoustic tube system, aiming for clean band...
• Z-Reviews: Naming drama aside (P5+2? just call it Performer 7 ), this Aful packs a quirky driver party: 2DD for low end, 4 BA split across mids/treble, plus a tiny micro-planar for the highest sparkle,...
• Audionotions: Slightly warm leaning balanced signature - Very engaging, decent clarity. Slight metallic/digital sheen but it's not too bad.
• Audio Amigo: Evolution of the Performer 5 tuning. Smoother, airier treble, deeper, punchier bass. Fantastic All-rounder with incredible resolution for the price. 2-Pin connectors have some quality issues
• Kois Archive: Rating: A+ | Value: ⭐⭐⭐ | Gaming: 🎮🎮 | Comfort: 9  very nice neutral sound  recessed female vocals

Moondrop Space Travel 2

• Audionotions: Better out of the box than the Ultra.

Effect Audio x Elysian Gaea

• Jays Audio: Super aggresive, exciting, v-shape, treblehead. Low-end is also very punchy and rumbly. TOTL technical performance with tons of details and OCD, but gets fatiguing. Shouty.
• Precogvision: Fantastic clarity at the expense of sounding somewhat dry.
• Tim Tuned:  Versatile DNA that's also unique. #1 Jack of all trades
• Super* Review: The Effect Audio x Elysian Gaea goes big on everything: a roughly $1,300 price tag, striking stabilized-wood faceplates with a dual-tone finish, and a stock cable that feels a bit bombastic ...
• Shuwa-T:  Easy to like tuning that isn't considered too safe with convincing vocal presentation, bass slams hard  Not entirely coherent especially in the upper frequencies, subbass hits a little too hard relative to the rest of the frequencies
• Nymz: Clarity king with great sense of detail. An agressive listen but never sibilant. Great tight and fast bass, at the expense of sounding dry in the lower mids. Not recommended if you are sensitive to...
• Audionotions: Gaea is bright, and at first, it might seem to be dry, but not in a bad way. I initially thought it could use more meat on the bones, but this tuning works very well after listening. Sinfully...
• Head-Fi.org: 12 community members have rated the Effect Audio x Elysian Gaea at an average of 4.0/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Very Positive.

Elysian Diva

• Gizaudio Axel: One of the best IEMs for vocals.  Dynamic driver-like bass, natural vocal reproduction, and an incredibly smooth tonality.  Could use a bit more mid-bass for my taste.
• Precogvision: Excellent BA bass and aggressive listen that maintains Elysian's house sound.
• Tim Tuned:  Addictive smooth, natural treble....top tier tuning overall  mid bass shy
• Smirk Audio: Forward, hyperpigmented vocals. Great tuning and solid techs. 3-way bass switch adds tuning versatility. An exciting listen. Cons: Build quality concerns.
• Shuwa-T: Comment: Balanced sounding with bass volume switches, only gripe is MMCX connector.  Near perfect tuning, amazing bass response for BA and superb treble extension  It got outsourced for production and now the QC is looking shoddier
• Nymz: Did nothing to my soul, but did nothing wrong as well.
• Audionotions: Fantastic, vocal foward signature. Excellent bass that has the speed of a BA with the impact of a DD. Incredibly clean mids and well extended treble. Imaging is fantastic on this set. Incredibly...
• Head-Fi.org: 6 community members have rated the Elysian Diva at an average of 4.2/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Very Positive.

Crinear Daybreak

• Jays Audio: Here we go again. Very similar tuning as P50 and SL224. Less vocal centric vs P50s, but more bassy and all-rounded. Slightly slightly less technical than SL224.
• 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.
• Web Search: The CrinEar Daybreak is a tri-brid IEM built around a 5-driver array—1DD + 2BA + 2 micro-planar tweeters—with a moderate 20 Ω load and 105 dB/mW sensitivity, making it easy to drive from...
• Z-Reviews: The Crinacle Daybreak is a technically excellent IEM that offers exceptional clarity and detail retrieval without being fatiguing. Its five-driver configuration delivers a cohesive and precise...
• Audionotions: Slightly V-Shaped take on the JM-1 Meta. Some may find it a bit intense - especially in the upper treble, and perhaps the upper mids - it can sometimes border on being a tad shouty. Clean sounding...
• Fox Told Me So: What could you expect from JM-1? This is it. Crinear Daybreak's tuning follows the New Meta family with two quirks: a dip at 400 Hz that slightly thins male vocals, and a dip around 8 kHz that...
• Paul Wasabii: End-to-end balanced hybrid that needs some volume; bass hits clean and treble extends without harshness, but vocals are less forward. Strong EDM performance with better layering and imaging than the...  EDM-friendly balance with clean impact, non-harsh treble extension, and solid layering at higher volume.  Needs higher volume to open up and the 2–5 kHz region can feel a touch energetic for vocal-first listeners.

Nicehck Rockies

• Jays Audio: Balanced, clean, airy, with a slight treble emphasis, good EST implementation, great overall package and accesories at the price. Similar to TOP PRO but with ESTs and not as vocal centric. Easy rec...
• Jaytiss: Trebble so nice. Feels faultless and amazing.
• Tim Tuned:  The Mega5EST but a slight bit more technical and bright
• Super* Review: The NiceHCK Rockies is a $500 tribrid (1DD+2BA+2EST) tuned almost identically to the Mega 5 EST but with slightly less bass and a touch more lower treble, yielding tighter bass and clearer separation...
• Web Search: The NiceHCK Rockies is a five-driver tribrid using 1DD + 2 Knowles BA + 2 Sonion EST in a resin shell with Pietersite stone faceplates. Specs list a detachable 0.78 mm 2-pin cable with swappable...
• Audionotions: My favorite take on the JM1 meta so far. Bass tuning is well done with adequate weight and punch - it's not standout but it will do the job. Silky smoooooth and rich mids with very good clarity....
• Fox Told Me So: NiceHCK Rockies is a tribrid (1DD + 2BA + 2EST) that rides the “golden formula” with a twist: output impedance matters—a lot. Driven from low-impedance sources, it delivers its intended tuning;...
• Head-Fi.org: 4 community members have rated the NiceHCK Rockies at an average of 3.8/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Strongly Favorable.

FatFreq Scarlet Mini

• Jays Audio: Crap ton of sub-bass but still very well-controlled (for the most part). No mud or mid-bass bloat, uppermids/treble are smoother than Maestro Mini, still somewhat balanced without having the low-end...
• Jaytiss: Ohh this set is a special love affair with BASS. Not Neutral lol.
• Web Search: The FATfreq Scarlet Mini is a hybrid IEM positioned in the brand’s “Scarlet” line with a 1DD+2BA configuration and a stated focus on sub-bass power and treble extension; retailer specs list a...
• Z-Reviews: Scarlett Mini is framed as a bass experiment first, IEM second: a ~$ 666 set (or $833 with the light-red “upgraded” cable) that pushes a 30 dB sub-bass shelf so far that every track...
• Audionotions: Holy Bass! Unabashedly colored listen with heathenistic amounts of bass elevation and physicality. Man does this thing punch. Vocals and instruments can sound subdued a little bit unless you turn the...
• Head-Fi.org: 14 community members have rated the FATFreq Scarlet Mini at an average of 4.2/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Very Positive.
• Paul Wasabii: Delivers extreme sub-bass, but tunnel-like recessed mids and unclear vocals limit long-term enjoyment.  Delivers massive sub-bass slam for bassheads.  Tunnel-like recessed mids and unclear vocals undermine balance and long-term listening.

Tangzu Fudu Verse 2

• Jaytiss: Nice set, but early.

Tangzu Fudu Verse 1

• Jaytiss: It's warm and fun, not super special, but not bad either.

Noble Van Gogh

• Jaytiss: Specialist.

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: One of the best planar IEMs out there. The treble is smoother and easier on the ears than most planars.  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 some.
• 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
• Web Search: The Kiwi Ears Aether is a single-planar IEM built around a large 15.3 mm planar magnetic driver, housed in a vented resin shell with 0.78 mm 2-pin connectors. Official specs list 14 Ω impedance and...
• Fresh Reviews: Kiwi Ears Aether lands as a standout at the $150 mark: a single large planar driver in a comfy, 3D-printed resin shell that can be worn for 8+ hours without fuss. The faceplate looks premium,...
• Z-Reviews: Kiwi Ears Aether hits with a 15.3 mm planar that feels more like a compact headphone than an IEM—big, airy, and unapologetically wide. Bass is unmistakably planar-fast with real sub-bass ...
• Head-Fi.org: 34 community members have rated the Kiwi Ears Aether at an average of 4.3/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Excellent.
• Audio Amigo: Essentially a cheaper Tangzu Zetian Heyday. Great airiness, nice build. Cable and accessories need work.

Fiio FX17

• Gizaudio Axel: Warm, non-fatiguing listen.  Punchy mid-bass, warm, lush mids, smooth, detailed treble, wide soundstage.  Warm sound signature may not suit everyone.
• Jaytiss: It's a ramped up Truthear Pure.
• Super* Review: This is the best IEM Fiio has ever made. Very powerfull sound.
• Web Search: The FiiO FX17 is a 13-driver tribrid with a 10 mm lithium-magnesium DD, four custom Knowles BAs, and eight Sonion ESTs in a five-way crossover, housed in a polished titanium shell. It’s rated at 16...
• Z-Reviews: The FiiO FX17 is a mind-bending flagship IEM priced at $1,500, packing an absolutely hilarious 13-driver configuration per side: one dynamic for bass, four balanced armatures for midrange...
• Head-Fi.org: 2 community members have rated the Fiio FX17 at an average of 4.5/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Outstanding.

ddHiFi Memory E13p

• Web Search: ddHiFi Memory E13P combines a semi-in-ear “hybrid” fit (side-firing tube + tips) with a single 13 mm planar driver and a fixed USB-C DAC/amp using the Cirrus Logic CS43198, targeting phone-first...

Unique Melody MEST Jet Black

• Jaytiss: Safe, clean iem.
• Super* Review: Super* Review finds the $1,700 MEST Jet Black bright and exciting with tight sub-bass and standout, holographic imaging, but highly tip-dependent and sometimes sibilant/fatiguing. While the ceramic...
• Head-Fi.org: 5 community members have rated the Unique Melody Mest Jet Black at an average of 4.4/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Excellent.

Rhapsodio Master

• Precogvision: Avante garde sound where you simply give up searching for meaning and accept that your artistic sensibilities are not at the level for which the artist intended.

ThieAudio Monarch MK4

• Jays Audio: Smooth, clean, balanced, and slightly airy in the balance switch. Goes from a clean all-rounder to a warm/bassy all-rounder. Great tech. Basically a cheaper Prestige LTD with more tuning options....
• Jaytiss: Detailed fun, rich bass. It's hard to fault.
• Precogvision: Excellent detail retreival and competent tuning. Can be slightly thin sounding and forward in the treble.
• 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...
• Super* Review: Kind of an impressive sound signature. A little bit dry in its bass presentation. Sounds a little bit clinical with its stock tuning. Maybe a bit too much bass in rumble mode. But it's kind of nice...
• Web Search: The Thieaudio Monarch MK4 introduces a practical tuning switch, letting users flip between Standard for a neutral, detailed profile and Rumble for a pronounced 3dB sub-bass boost. This flexibility...
• Fresh Reviews: Great All Rounder
• Bad Guy Good Audio: Monarch MK IV lands as a top-three set, sitting just behind the PMG APXSE and CP622B, and it earns that spot with an evolutionary design: a single, tactile rumble switch that can be flipped...
• Head-Fi.org: 4 community members have rated the Thieaudio Monarch MKIV at an average of 5.0/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Masterpiece.

Symphonium x Elise Audio Europa

• Jaytiss: Issue is the upper trebble can be harsh, but is overall very nice.
• Precogvision: Slightly more tame than the Crimson but more well-rounded as a result. Something like a slightly refined U12t.
• Head-Fi.org: 2 community members have rated the Symphonium X Elise Audio Europa at an average of 4.0/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Very Positive.

Questyle NHB12

Fiio FH5S

• Crin: Varying degrees of "V-shape". Sounds like a regression from the original.
• Jaytiss: Not for those that are sensitive to upper trebble.
• Precogvision: A worse FH5.
• Head-Fi.org: 4 community members have rated the FiiO FH5s at an average of 3.5/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Generally Favorable.

DUNU x KOTO ITO

• Jaytiss: It's a fun tuning that I think people will like.
• Web Search: DUNU x KOTO ITO is a $199.99 hybrid IEM built with Japanese reviewer Kaji Kaji (“Koto”). It uses a 2DD+2BA array (10 mm bio-diaphragm DD + 8 mm LCP DD, plus two treble BAs), comes with DUNU’s...
• Z-Reviews: Dunu’s collab with Japanese creator Kaji Kaji lands as the ITO , tuned nothing like the stereotype of “treble ’til you die.” The presentation leans smooth , warm , and open, with a notably...
• Head-Fi.org: 4 community members have rated the Dunu x Koto ITO at an average of 3.8/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Strongly Favorable.

Fiio FH9

• Jaytiss: A different try on Reference.
• Precogvision: Pretty alright overall. Warm and reasonably well-balanced in the upper-midrange and lower-treble unlike some of Fiio's other IEMs.
• Head-Fi.org: 10 community members have rated the FiiO FH9 at an average of 4.4/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Excellent.

64 Audio U12T

• Jays Audio: TOTL tech. Mid-scoop can affect mids/vocal texture and placement, recessed midrange, treble is harsh at high volumes. Great bass detail, but could have more impact.
• Crin: Amazing bass (for a BA), top-tier resolution and detail-oriented signature.
• Jaytiss: Just Smooth and nice, great all arounder with smooth technicals, but too boring.
• Precogvision: Terrific dynamic range and soundstage depth; the closest I have heard to a two-channel system in an IEM for these qualities.
• Tim Tuned:  Extremely versatile signature, great bass and details  Potentially too safe tuning wise
• Super* Review: The 64 Audio U12t lands exactly where its reputation suggests: a warm , laid-back , yet highly detailed all-rounder that stays engaging without ever turning fatiguing . With the apex M15 ...
• Smirk Audio: Good resolution and dynamics with great imaging. Smooth, slightly recessed upper-mids with an upper treble peak.
• Web Search: The 64 Audio U12t is a mature flagship-class UIEM built around twelve balanced armatures per side and the company’s tia (open-BA) and apex pressure-relief tech; it lists at $1,999. Module options...
• Shuwa-T: Comment: Really clean sounding monitor with excellent technical aspects.  Bass texture, superb clarity  Can sound too sterile
• Nymz: As good as it gets. Great tuning and techs. Best set I've heard to date. Closest thing to speakers. Love it.
• Audionotions: Amazing separation and presentation, amazing bass that extends down low and hits pretty authoritavely (not just in the context of BA sets - very good quantity and quality). Pretty interesting tuning...
• Head-Fi.org: One community member has rated the 64 Audio U12T at an average of 3.0/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Mixed to Positive.
• Yifang: Unique Melody MEST MKII brings a distinctive recipe: a DD + 4BA + 2EST array augmented by a full-range bone-conduction driver, translating to a relaxed yet vividly holographic presentation....
• Kois Archive: Rating: S- | Value: ⭐ | Gaming: 🎮🎮🎮 | Comfort: 8  fun, technical, and thunderous bass  Upper mids can be a bit weird

Campire Audio Clara Ti

• Smirk Audio: Muscular bass with large bass notes. Male vocal timbre slightly odd, female vocals are nice. Some vocal grain present. Decent overall techs. Cons: Buy the non-Ti version for $1k less.
• Web Search: Campfire Audio Clara Ti is the Titanium Launch Edition of Clara—limited to 50 units—with a 3D-printed titanium shell and an included 8-wire 4.4 mm cable; it retains the same sonic profile as the...
• Kois Archive: Rating: S- | Value: ⭐ | Gaming: 🎮🎮🎮 | Comfort: 7  warm yet great vocals and details  lacks treble extension

Nice HCK Himalaya

• Web Search: The NiceHCK Himalaya is a single 10 mm CNT dynamic driver (1DD) IEM housed in a titanium-alloy shell, paired with a modular cable offering 3.5/4.4/2.5 mm plugs and replaceable tuning nozzles...
• Z-Reviews: The NiceHCK Himalaya is a spectacular flagship IEM featuring a titanium alloy cavity that feels premium and has a beautiful sheen. It comes loaded with extras: a gorgeous purple and grey-blue...
• Head-Fi.org: 5 community members have rated the Nice HCK Himalaya at an average of 4.6/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Outstanding.

Letshuoer DX1

• Jays Audio: Dynamic, vibrant, and contrasty vocals with good balance and scaling. Natural, full, and immersive with scaling and not peaky.
• Gizaudio Axel:  Good bass quality, clear vocals, solid technicalities.  Unnatural tonality, nasal mids, bright treble.
• 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.
• Head-Fi.org: 23 community members have rated the LETSHUOER DX1 at an average of 4.2/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Very Positive.
• Audio Amigo: A vocal forward take on a neutral tuning. Treble is toned down. Notch filter at 5 kHz helps prevent sibilance. Extremely safe tuning for treble sensitive people.
• Kois Archive: Rating: B+ | Value: ⭐ | Comfort: 8  mids. decent vocals  technicality is okay. unnaturally forward mids.

Letshuoer Mystic 8

• Jays Audio: Vocal benchmark for female vocals under $2000. Clean, airy, sweet, ethereal. Better than Diva and direct upgrade to OG Oracle and OG Mangird Tea. What the Braindamage and Cantor wishes they could be....
• Gizaudio Axel: Neutral-bright tuning with natural midrange tone. Vocal-focused with realistic timbre.  Natural, lifelike mids and vocals. Refined treble with air and clarity. Good technicalities.  Light BA bass. Unvented design. Upper treble may bother those who are extra sensitive to treble.
• Jaytiss: Lack Bass Richness, but is a beautiful set.
• Super* Review: Surprising in a lot of fronts. Maybe a little bit overpriced but I like it
• Shuwa-T:  Vocal magic, midrange and upper mids are crystal clear while never being too technical  Both sub and midbass presence is less than normal which makes this more genre specific, not particularly suited for bass heavy genres
• Z-Reviews: Letshuoer Mystic 8 leans hard into “flagship” theatrics: a cat-themed shell, a fancy case with a suction-seal lid, and even bonus jewelry in the box—plus a tray of 18 silicone tips . The...
• Bad Guy Good Audio: Eight balanced armatures (4 Sonion, 4 Knowles) and a lighter, more comfortable fit give the Letshuoer Mystic 8 a strong first impression. The frequency response shows sub-bass priority over...
• Head-Fi.org: 20 community members have rated the LETSHUOER Mystic 8 at an average of 4.5/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Outstanding.
• Paul Wasabii: Neutral, precise 8-BA set with spectacular mids and natural treble; a relaxed bass shelf limits impact for rock/EDM.  Transparent, mid-centric neutrality with expressive vocals, black background, and natural treble.  Relaxed bass shelf with limited tactility and shallower stage depth reduces engagement on bass-driven genres.

Ucotech RE-3 Pro

• Super* Review: Tonal balance is okay and stage is a bit wider than expected. But there’s severe audible channel imbalance/QC issues, so it can’t be recommended.

Tin Hifi C1

• Super* Review: V-shaped, slightly warm/dark balance with over-bassy tilt. Sounds like a basic $30 set—low perceived resolution and little that stands out.

Hidizs2 Turris

• Super* Review: Dark, muffled treble and thuddy bass yield a warm, muddy presentation. Lacks incisiveness and clarity.
• Head-Fi.org: 30 community members have rated the HIDIZS2 TURRIS at an average of 4.3/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Excellent.

Colorfly Silver Reference

• Super* Review: Smooth treble and a warm tilt make it inoffensive. Imaging is narrow and resolution feels middling; fine for casual listening but not exciting.
• Head-Fi.org: 2 community members have rated the COLORFLY Silver Reference at an average of 3.5/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Generally Favorable.

Pula Unicrom

• Jaytiss: Smooth, energetic, nice DD.
• Super* Review: Punchy, dynamic sound with satisfying bass and a high-res feel. Limited by edgy/sibilant treble that pushes it down the ranks.
• Web Search: The Pula Unicrom offers a distinctive visual appeal with its stabilized maple wood faceplates, ensuring no two pairs look identical, paired with lightweight resin shells that deliver exceptional...
• Z-Reviews: At $80 , the Pula Unicrom (aka “Unic”) is a 10 mm single dynamic IEM that keeps the box basic but surprises with a genuinely nice cable—tight weave, slick hardware, and a stealthy screw-on...

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.
• Super* Review: Fairly unoffensive with a slightly bright/forward tone. Pillowy bass attack and overall presentation aren’t very engaging; the bass dial doesn’t meaningfully change that.
• Web Search: 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...
• Z-Reviews: The Tanchjim Fission is an absolutely spectacular IEM that feels and performs far beyond its $129 price tag. It comes loaded with a ridiculous amount of customization, featuring three...
• Head-Fi.org: 18 community members have rated the TANCHJIM FISSION at an average of 4.4/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Excellent.
• Paul Wasabii: Balanced, spacious single-DD with great tuning flexibility and price-appropriate performance; resolution is its weak spot. Prefer the DSP connector over the basic dongle for depth.  Versatile tuning (4-way switch, three labeled nozzles, and app-based DSP) with open stage, sharp imaging, and natural midrange.  Resolution and treble extension are modest, and the CS43198-style dongle flattens stage depth compared to the DSP connector.

TWISTURA WoodNote

• Jaytiss: Great overall sound and packing, easy recomendation.
• Super* Review: Lively V-shape with a bit of lower-treble presence, plus good imaging and a decent sense of space. Forward but not sharp; engaging and easy to listen to.
• Z-Reviews: TWISTURA WoodNote shows up with a surprisingly premium kit: a super-nice box , a plush purple case , chunky stock cable (beefy and good-looking, though the earhook angle begs a quick heat-gun /...
• Head-Fi.org: 9 community members have rated the TWISTURA WoodNote at an average of 4.4/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Excellent.

TinHifi T7

• Jays Audio: Harman 2019
• Super* Review: Aggressive V-shape with hard-hitting bass—punchy and dynamic. Can get fatiguing, and vocals verge on sibilant at times.
• Head-Fi.org: 3 community members have rated the TINHIFI T7 at an average of 4.0/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Very Positive.

Tanchjim NORA

• Web Search: Tanchjim NORA aims for a monitor-leaning, balanced presentation using a single dynamic driver (1DD) built on the brand’s fifth-gen DMT5 dual-magnetic, dual-cavity architecture. Official materials...
• Z-Reviews: 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...
• Head-Fi.org: 11 community members have rated the Tanchjim NORA at an average of 4.6/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Outstanding.
• Paul Wasabii: Vocal-leaning single-DD that returns to Tanchjim’s roots: crisp female vocals, lively treble and open stage, but bass/upper-mid contrast can sound inconsistent.  Energetic female vocals with good clarity, lightweight shell and open staging.  Upper-mid sharpening and a lowered sub-bass make transitions feel inconsistent, and smoother vocals can sound too edged.

Faaeal Tulip

• Jaytiss: It's weird. I don't get it.
• Head-Fi.org: 7 community members have rated the Faaeal Tulip at an average of 4.0/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Very Positive.

Ice Labs Prismatica

• Jaytiss: WARM!
• Precogvision: Fairly palatable, musical sound with some tonal oddity in the midrange.
• Head-Fi.org: 3 community members have rated the Ice Labs Prismatica at an average of 4.0/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Very Positive.

KBEAR KB16 Cepheus

• Jaytiss: Enjoyable, but not really worth it.

Tipsy M1

• Jaytiss: Humpy, rich note weight, Dank. Needs strong dialing in with tips and high volume.
• Head-Fi.org: 2 community members have rated the Tipsy M1 at an average of 4.5/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Outstanding.

Eminent Ears Ruby

• Jaytiss: SPARKLIE! super early
• Head-Fi.org: 8 community members have rated the Eminent Ears Ruby at an average of 4.3/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Excellent.

Hisenior Mega5-EST

• Jays Audio: New unit is better tuned/balanced, smooth, good all-rounder, and sounds like adjusted diffusefield.
• Gizaudio Axel: A "plain water" type sound signature with a bass boost.  Great tuning, neutral with bass boost, smooth, safe, and balanced.  Could use more detail, incisiveness, and excitement.
• Jaytiss: If you get the good tuning, this is way higher.
• Precogvision: Very bouncy bass but midrange sounds sucked out and has some oddity. Original sounds more coherent even if less exciting/detailed.
• Tim Tuned:  Exceptionally tuned across the board  Could use more "wow" and details
• Super* Review: Fantastic tuning.. it really does not get better. Technical performance could be better.
• Smirk Audio: Well-tuned and great techs at this price point. Lacks dynamics and the mids are a little lean. Otherwise a great all-rounder.
• Web Search: The Hisenior Mega5-EST is a tribrid with a 5-driver array—1DD+2BA+2EST—using a four-way network and triple bores; published specs list ~25 Ω impedance and ~105 dB sensitivity, making it easy to...
• Fresh Reviews: Great for music
• Shuwa-T:  Bass layering, treble detail are excellent; midrange leans neutral and focuses on clarity over musicality  It is not for people who seek addictive midrange or musical presentation
• Z-Reviews: Hisenior Mega5-EST (Anniversary Edition) hits with a rare mix of slam and finesse: a single DD + 2BA + 2EST that pours out a chest-pressing low end yet keeps the mids and treble startlingly ...
• Audionotions: Incredibly well tuned IEM that sounds very natural across all frequencies. Nothing inoffensive with good technical chops. Stage is not vast - but it is natural and has depth. Bass is full but it is...
• Head-Fi.org: 14 community members have rated the Hisenior Mega5-EST at an average of 4.4/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Excellent.

Heartfield CU8

• Jays Audio: Warmer Harman 2019 with less shouty vocals. Bassy all-rounder with decent tech. Build and plate design is very pretty... but price is a bit high and not that competitive - wait for sale unless you...
• Jaytiss: It's fine, but is fine worth your purchase?
• Web Search: The Heartfield CU8 delivers a neutral sound that closely follows the Harman target curve, providing a balanced and accurate listening experience suitable for both critical monitoring and musical...
• Head-Fi.org: 3 community members have rated the HeartField CU8 at an average of 4.7/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Exceptional.
• Paul Wasabii: Polished jewelry-finish 4BA with a cleaner, pulled-back Harman-neutral tuning and crisp female vocals; clarity and speed also suit gaming. Sub-bass lift with very low mid-bass makes the bass feel...  Polished jewelry build with clean, fast Harman-neutral tuning, clear female vocals and good spatial cues for gaming.  Sealed 4BA may cause pressure buildup, and the sub-bass lift with very low mid-bass makes the bass soft and lean, limiting impact versus stronger rivals around $280.

See Audio Kaguya

• Crin: Somewhat mid-scooped, decent bass and treble extension though with underwhelming resolving ability.
• Web Search: The See Audio Kaguya is a flagship hybrid built around 4BA+4EST per side in a three-way division, using Sonion drivers and a 6N OCC silver-plated Litz cable. The package targets a premium audience...
• Shuwa-T: Comment: Retuning fixed the wonky midrange.  Clean sounding with massive soundstage  Thinner lower-midrange