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Softears Enigma

Softears Enigma

Gizaudio Axel: Endgame-level detail paired with great tonality. Exceptional detail, high-quality bass, balanced tonality, and excellent timbre. The bass has a fast decay.
Web Search: The Softears Enigma is a flagship tribrid IEM using a 12-driver array (2DD+6BA+4EST) with a hybrid 5-way/4-way crossover and an aluminum shell; the package also includes a premium Effect Audio cable....
Head-Fi.org: 2 community members have rated the Softears Enigma at an average of 5.0/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Masterpiece.

Tuning: S- Tech: S Bass: S Mids: S- Treble: S- Dynamics: S- Soundstage: S- Details: S Imaging: S

Neutral with Bass Boost 2DD+6BA+4EST

9

7.7

9.5

S-

Thieaudio Valhalla

Jays Audio: TOTL all-rounder with "endgame" tech across the board, a better tuned U12T with better bass texture
Jaytiss: Big fan, but lack fantastic air like some other sets.
Super* Review: I'm really tempted to go out and buy one of this things for myself - if it fit me even better, I probably would.
Fresh Reviews: S tier for COD, borders A- for other titles
Shuwa-T: Deep bass despite all BA set, techs carry this set more than the overall tone Treble is mushy for something with so many BAs, not for high frequency enjoyers
Bad Guy Good Audio: ThieAudio Valhalla comes in hot as a true flagship challenger: a titanium shell housing 19 drivers — 14 “Sonion” and five “Knowles" —and a price planted in the ~$2K bracket. This tier...
Head-Fi.org: 4 community members have rated the THIEAUDIO Valhalla at an average of 4.8/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Exceptional.

Tuning: S- Tech: A+ Bass: A+ Mids: A+ Treble: A Dynamics: A+ Soundstage: S- Details: S- Imaging: S-

V-Shaped 19BA

Thieaudio Valhalla review by super-review

Thieaudio Valhalla review by smirk-audio

Thieaudio Valhalla review by fresh-reviews

8.9

7.9

S-

Elysian Apostle

Jays Audio: Clean, neutral, and clear vocals. Reminds me of a cleaner Volume S or slightly better OG Oracle, but very expensive, maybe if you can find one around $1000 since it's more of a sidegrade to RSV,...
Gizaudio Axel: Exceptional in every way. Incredibly textured bass, forward vocals, top-tier EST treble, and insane detail.
Jaytiss: Instrument separation is good, and is a nice darkness, but can be silbilant.
Web Search: The Elysian Apostle delivers a V-shaped signature with a powerful, sub-bass-focused low end that offers substantial rumble and physicality, though some listeners might find it occasionally...
Head-Fi.org: 4 community members have rated the Elysian Apostle at an average of 4.8/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Exceptional.

Tuning: S- Tech: S- Mids: S Treble: A+ Dynamics: A+ Soundstage: S-

V-Shaped 1DD+2BA+2EST

8.8

7.2

S-

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.

Tuning: A Tech: A+ Bass: A+ Mids: A Treble: A+ Dynamics: A+ Soundstage: S- Details: S Imaging: S

Neutral 1DD+4BA+8EST

8.8

7

9.1

S-

Dunu Glacier

Jays Audio: Clean, balanced but engaging sound, clear vocals, great midrange and tech. Vocals can be a bit too forward/sharp. The most recent unit I got sounds different than the earlier ones which was...
Gizaudio Axel: Reveals every detail in your music, both the good and the bad. Exceptional bass, ethereal treble, remarkable clarity, and outstanding detail. The upper mid-range might be a bit too much for some people.
Jaytiss: Upper mids kill it for me, but it's a fun set.
Precogvision: Quite exciting and dynamic, possibly a bit bright in the treble.
Tim Tuned: Less thin harman with amazing tech Not very natural timbre
Super* Review: Convinces me that the harman target can sound excellent.
Web Search: The Dunu Glacier delivers a technically impressive listening experience with its nine-driver tribrid setup (1DD+4BA+4EST). The stainless steel shells feel substantial yet remain comfortable for...
Z-Reviews: The Dunu Glacier delivers an extraordinary premium experience right from the unboxing, featuring a lavish presentation, a massive high-quality fabric cable with interchangeable terminations, and...
Head-Fi.org: 4 community members have rated the DUNU Glacier at an average of 4.8/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Exceptional.

Tuning: A+ Tech: S- Bass: S- Mids: A- Treble: A+ Dynamics: S Soundstage: S Details: A+ Imaging: A+

Neutral with Bass Boost 1DD+4BA+4EST

8.7

7.4

9

S-

$1,999

Campire Audio Clara Ti

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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...

Tuning: S- Tech: S- Bass: S- Mids: A+ Treble: A+ Dynamics: S- Soundstage: S- Details: S- Imaging: A+

Neutral with Bass Boost 1DD+3BA

Campire Audio Clara Ti review by smirk-audio

Campire Audio Clara Ti review by iemranking

8.6

7.1

8.8

S-

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...
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.

Tuning: S- Tech: S Bass: S- Mids: S- Treble: S- Dynamics: A Soundstage: S- Details: S- Imaging: A+

U-Shaped 1DD+8BA+4EST+1BC

8.6

7.9

S-

Kinera Imperial Loki

Jays Audio: Super clean and clear sound. Beautiful vocals. Everyhting is extremely well balanced. No special sauce tho.
Jaytiss: Packaged well but feels like an Alien is in your ear.
Web Search: The Kinera Imperial Loki delivers a technically impressive W-shaped signature that balances sub-bass depth, vocal clarity, and sparkling treble extension. Its standout feature is the bone conduction...
Nymz: Great bass texture with slightly hot upper mid-range and well extended treble. Remarkable technical performance.
Head-Fi.org: 6 community members have rated the Kinera Imperial Loki at an average of 4.7/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Exceptional.

Tuning: A+ Tech: A+ Bass: S Mids: A- Treble: A- Dynamics: C+ Soundstage: A- Details: S Imaging: S-

W-Shaped 1DD+6BA+4EST+1BC

Kinera Imperial Loki review by jays-audio

Kinera Imperial Loki review by iemranking

8.6

6.7

S-

$1,149

ThieAudio Monarch MK4

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.

Tuning: A+ Tech: A+ Bass: A+ Mids: A+ Treble: S- Dynamics: A+ Soundstage: S Details: A+ Imaging: A-

Neutral with Bass Boost 2DD+6BA+2EST

ThieAudio Monarch MK4 review by jays-audio

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ThieAudio Monarch MK4 review by fresh-reviews

8.5

8.7

9

S-

64 Audio Tia Trio

Crin: A more correct sounding version of the Fourte with slight cutbacks in staging and sheer resolution.
Precogvision: Rich bass and out-of-head imaging.
Super* Review: The tia Trio comes across as a hybrid with personality: rich, thick, and warm, with slightly forward treble that adds air without tipping into the harsher edge heard on the U18t. Vocals are ...
Nymz: Best bass texture ever. Gorgeous treble extension, stage and imaging. Coherency and timbre a bit off. Upper mids/lower treble could be better. As amazing as it is, I couldn't fully connect with it...
Audionotions: Phenomenal bass texture and quality. Mids are good if not great - I don't have much to nitpick about them - good note weight and excellent clarity. Treble is very sparkly and airy though some may...

Tuning: A Tech: A+ Bass: S+ Mids: A- Treble: A- Dynamics: S Details: A+ Imaging: S-

Neutral with Bass Boost 1DD+2BA

64 Audio Tia Trio review by precogvision

64 Audio Tia Trio review by super-review

8.5

6.4

7.9

S-

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...

Tuning: A+ Tech: S- Bass: S- Mids: A Treble: A+ Dynamics: S- Soundstage: S- Details: S- Imaging: A+

Neutral 2DD+3BA+2EST+2BC

8.5

7.4

A+

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.

Tuning: A Tech: A+ Bass: B+ Mids: A Treble: A+ Dynamics: B+ Soundstage: S- Details: A+ Imaging: A+

Neutral 8BA

Letshuoer Mystic 8 review by gizaudio-axel

Letshuoer Mystic 8 review by super-review

Letshuoer Mystic 8 review by smirk-audio

8.4

7.1

A+

64 Audio Volur

Jaytiss: 64 Audio's finest.
Super* Review: If you are a lover of bass, this is a good option. Does not sacrify the rest of the sound signature
Fresh Reviews: Great IEM but big price. Not Huge Gain

Tuning: B+ Tech: A- Mids: B Treble: A- Dynamics: A- Soundstage: A-

Neutral 2DD+8BA

8.4

6.7

A+

Letshuoer Cadenza 12

Jays Audio: A better version of the U12T vocal/tuning wise, no mid scoop and wonkiness. (#1 or #2 vocals for me). Vocals are sweet, extended, open, airy, but also never fatiguing, and naturally weighted. No BA...
Jaytiss: Great timbre good on classical. Detailed and analytical, but too Safe.
Precogvision: More 'musical' tonality with a touch of spice in the treble. Technicalities could use work for the price.
Tim Tuned: One of the best treble-head set. Lots of micro details Treble will be too much for some
Smirk Audio: Bouncy, liquid-like bass. Well-bodied, analogue mids and extended highs. Great staging on all axes. Decent resolution. Excellent all-rounder.
Web Search: The Letshuoer Cadenza 12 delivers a balanced sound signature with a slight warmth in the low end, providing clean and textured bass that avoids overwhelming the midrange. Its midrange presentation is...
Z-Reviews: Letshuoer Cadenza 12 goes full flagship spectacle: a 12-driver per side build (1 dynamic + 11 BA from Knowles/Sonion ), six-way crossover , and heavy metal shells that feel like a prize out of a...
Head-Fi.org: 17 community members have rated the Letshuoer Cadenza 12 at an average of 4.6/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Outstanding.
Yifang: Tonally excellent with good technicalities, works as an all-rounder. Bass quality is unexpectedly standout and fanastic. Lower price compared to competitors in bracket and is "value" in the high end IEMs. Requires source/cable/tip rolling to improve on tone and technicalities, otherwise can come off as somewhat bright and lacking in bass quantity, and/or technically behind other good sets priced above it.

Tuning: A Tech: A+ Bass: A Mids: A- Treble: A- Dynamics: A- Soundstage: S Details: A- Imaging: A

Neutral 1DD+11BA

Letshuoer Cadenza 12 review by jays-audio

Letshuoer Cadenza 12 review by precogvision

Letshuoer Cadenza 12 review by tim-tuned

Letshuoer Cadenza 12 review by smirk-audio

Letshuoer Cadenza 12 review by iemranking

Letshuoer Cadenza 12 review by z-reviews

8.3

6.8

A+

$1,018

Campfire Audio Alien Brain

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Campfire Audio Alien Brain

Jaytiss: So simple and nice it's hard to not love.
Head-Fi.org: 4 community members have rated the Campfire Audio Alien Brain at an average of 4.5/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Outstanding.

Tuning: A Tech: A Bass: A+ Mids: A Treble: A Dynamics: A+ Soundstage: A+ Details: A- Imaging: A-

Neutral with Bass Boost 1DD+4BA

Campfire Audio Alien Brain review by jaytiss

Campfire Audio Alien Brain review by smirk-audio

Campfire Audio Alien Brain review by head-fi

8.3

6.7

A+

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.

Tuning: A+ Tech: S- Bass: S- Mids: A+ Treble: A Dynamics: A Soundstage: A+ Details: S- Imaging: S

Neutral with Bass Boost 12BA

8.3

6.9

8.2

A+

$999

Thieaudio Monarch MK3

Thieaudio Monarch MK3

Jays Audio: Better low-end texture and overall more engaging than MK2, but lacks the mid-range/vocal magic, so depending on your preference either is great. Still TOTL tech like MK2. Great all-rounder.
Gizaudio Axel: I prefer the Monarch MK II for its tonality, vocals, and timbre, but I get why some prefer the MK III. More bass, treble, and detail than the Monarch MK II. The vocal magic of the Monarch MK II is gone.
Jaytiss: Fatiging at times for me, too fun at times.
Precogvision: Still perplexingly poor bass performance, but improves upon the Monarch MKII's treble extension noticeably.
Tim Tuned: MK2 but more fun and more V-shape Not as natural in timbre
Smirk Audio: Elevated, well-textured mid-bass. Pleasant mids. Elevated upper-treble may be pesky to some.
Fresh Reviews: Borders A for some titles
Shuwa-T: Better bass response compared to the mk2 Trades off the lush midrange in place of a cleaner sounding, almost boring midrange
Nymz: An improvement in the bass and treble department over the Mk2, but without the same special sauce in the mid-range and with some imaging problems still.
Z-Reviews: Thieaudio Monarch MK3 takes the flagship slot with swagger: a 2DD + 6BA + 2EST array and a 4-way passive crossover , centered on the Impact² isobaric push-pull dual 10 mm subwoofer . The shells...
Head-Fi.org: One community member has rated the THIEAUDIO MONARCH MKIII at an average of 5.0/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Masterpiece.

Tuning: A Tech: A Bass: A Mids: A Treble: A Dynamics: A- Soundstage: A+ Details: A Imaging: A-

U-Shaped 2DD+6BA+2EST

Thieaudio Monarch MK3 review by jays-audio

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Thieaudio Monarch MK3 review by z-reviews

8.2

7.6

6.8

A+

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.

Tuning: A+ Tech: A Bass: A+ Mids: A+ Treble: A Dynamics: A+ Soundstage: A Details: A Imaging: A+

Neutral with Bass Boost 5BA

Softears RSV MK II review by super-review

Softears RSV MK II review by foxtoldmeso

8.2

7.6

A+

$1,299

ThieAudio Prestige LTD

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.
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.

Tuning: A Tech: A Bass: A Mids: A Treble: A Dynamics: B Soundstage: A+ Details: A- Imaging: A

n/a 1DD+4BA+4EST

ThieAudio Prestige LTD review by jays-audio

ThieAudio Prestige LTD review by jaytiss

ThieAudio Prestige LTD review by smirk-audio

ThieAudio Prestige LTD review by shuwa-t

ThieAudio Prestige LTD review by z-reviews

ThieAudio Prestige LTD review by head-fi

8.2

6.8

A+

64 Audio U4S

Jaytiss: It's a solid set, with great build quality, but sonically isn't the specialist that I want it to be.
Precogvision: Fantastic colored tonality with options, and the unique technical qualities to back it up. M12/M15 modules recommended.
Super* Review: The 64 Audio U4s hits a compelling sweet spot: a 1DD+3BA hybrid around $1,100 that echoes the lush, bass-tilted character of the Nio while fixing key drawbacks. Packaging and accessories feel...
Smirk Audio: A tastefully colored U12t with a more intimate soundstage, a cutback in technicalities, and more bass realism.
Audionotions: A step down in techs from U12T (possibly a half step down from U6T). But very well tuned and adds in a dynamic driver punch. Timbre is slightly improved compared to U12T due to the increase in...
Head-Fi.org: 4 community members have rated the 64 Audio U4s at an average of 4.3/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Excellent.

Tuning: A- Tech: A- Bass: A+ Mids: A Treble: B+ Dynamics: A Soundstage: B Details: A- Imaging: A

Neutral 1DD+3BA

8.1

6.1

A+

$1,499

Unique Melody MEST mkII

Unique Melody MEST mkII

Jays Audio: TOTL imaging chops/layering. Tons of micro-details. Great bass texture. Wide and 3D staging. Can be aggressive, and get fatiguing when cranked up/long-listening sessions.
Crin: Pretty much the same as the Mk1, though with extra sub-bass presence.
Precogvision: A warmer, more coherent MEST with setbacks in resolution and imaging.
Tim Tuned: Great balance, none offensive tuning with little to fault
Fresh Reviews: One of my favorite for music
Shuwa-T: Comment: Bassier Mest v1 with slight cutback in clarity. Even more impressive bass response
Nymz: Great bass and sheer detail, at the cost of wonky treble and not so accurate imaging queues. I find it work the best with eletronic music or modern metal. Still a solid contender to this date at a...
Audionotions: Very engaging. I usually prefer something more balanced and neutral, but this IEM has some special sauce. Very well-tuned from bass to treble - with a little bit of spice on top. Great tonality and...
Head-Fi.org: 13 community members have rated the Unique Melody MEST MKII at an average of 4.7/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Exceptional.

Tuning: A Tech: A+ Bass: A+ Mids: A Treble: A- Dynamics: A- Soundstage: A+ Details: A+ Imaging: A

Warm 1DD+4BA+2EST+1BC

Unique Melody MEST mkII review by jays-audio

Unique Melody MEST mkII review by precogvision

Unique Melody MEST mkII review by tim-tuned

Unique Melody MEST mkII review by super-review

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Unique Melody MEST mkII review by shuwa-t

Unique Melody MEST mkII review by head-fi

Unique Melody MEST mkII review by yifang

8.1

6.8

7.5

A+

$999

Thieaudio Monarch Mk2

Thieaudio Monarch Mk2

Jays Audio: Neutral tuning with one of the clearest mid-ranges. Natural and clean vocals. Great resolution, separation, and detail. Can be a little dry with its analytical presentation. Bass is well-seperated...
Gizaudio Axel: Outstanding tuning. Smooth, balanced tuning with natural vocals, beautiful timbre, and excellent tonality. Detail and could use more bass. Treble depends on ear tips.
Crin: Thieaudio Monarch Mk2 stays a top-tier pick by balancing excellent tonality with solid, price-appropriate technicalities . The tuning sits close to the current meta , with a slight dip in the ...
Jaytiss: Too much unit variation to recommend to others highly.
Precogvision: A solid improvement in imaging with slightly more palatable tonality than its predecessor.
Tim Tuned: Cohesive, smooth, balanced, technical slight treble wispiness
Super* Review: Build & fit: Premium presentation with a handsome “lava” faceplate and a cloth-sheathed cable featuring swappable terminations —useful, but the connector is bulky enough to be unwieldy. The...
Smirk Audio: Good treble with tons of air. Forward, ethereal mids. Good detail retrieval with tons of microdetails. Lackluster mid-bass.
Shuwa-T: Organic midrange Wooly bass response and less prominent treble may not work best for certain genres
Nymz: 11/10 mid-range. Mid-bass could use more texture and stage depth could be better. Yap, that's all. Oh and the fit - I'm blessed, but you may not be.
Head-Fi.org: One community member has rated the THIEAUDIO Monarch MKII at an average of 5.0/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Masterpiece.

Tuning: A+ Tech: A Bass: B+ Mids: A+ Treble: A Dynamics: B+ Soundstage: A+ Details: A Imaging: A-

Neutral with Bass Boost 1DD+6BA+2EST

Thieaudio Monarch Mk2 review by jays-audio

Thieaudio Monarch Mk2 review by gizaudio-axel

Thieaudio Monarch Mk2 review by precogvision

Thieaudio Monarch Mk2 review by tim-tuned

Thieaudio Monarch Mk2 review by super-review

Thieaudio Monarch Mk2 review by smirk-audio

8.1

6.9

8.5

A+

Thieaudio Hype 10

Jays Audio: U-shaped, nice treble extention and dynamics, solid vocals, more low-end emphasis than MK3, dynamic and great all-rounder that doesn't specialize in anything.
Gizaudio Axel: More detailed Hype 4. Too similar to the Hype 4.
Jaytiss: It leaves me lacking nothing, just a fantastic set.
Fresh Reviews: Build & package: Both arrive with the same tips, case, and box , but the Hype 10 adds an interchangeable 3.5/2.5/4.4 mm cable . The shells differ in size— Hype 4 is smaller—while the Hype...
Shuwa-T: Rather similarly tuned to the Hype 4, which is regarded as a mini Monarch 3
Z-Reviews: $900 tribrid with a naming twist: despite the “10,” it’s a 12-driver stack— 2x dynamic for the lows and 10x BA for the rest—tuned to feel like a single DD done right. It’s easy to...
Head-Fi.org: One community member has rated the ThieAudio Hype 10 at an average of 4.0/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Very Positive.

Tuning: A Tech: A+ Bass: A+ Mids: A+ Treble: A+ Dynamics: A- Soundstage: A Details: A Imaging: A+

Neutral 2DD+10BA

Thieaudio Hype 10 review by gizaudio-axel

Thieaudio Hype 10 review by fresh-reviews

8

7.2

A+

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.

Tuning: S- Tech: S- Bass: A+ Mids: S- Treble: A+ Dynamics: A Soundstage: A+ Details: A+ Imaging: A+

Neutral with Bass Boost 1DD+2BA+2EST

8

8.4

9

A+

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.

Tuning: A+ Tech: A Bass: A Mids: A Treble: A+ Dynamics: B+ Soundstage: A+ Details: A- Imaging: A

Neutral with Bass Boost 1DD+2BA+2EST

Hisenior Mega5-EST review by gizaudio-axel

Hisenior Mega5-EST review by precogvision

Hisenior Mega5-EST review by super-review

Hisenior Mega5-EST review by smirk-audio

Hisenior Mega5-EST review by fresh-reviews

8

7.2

A+

64 Audio U6T

Jaytiss: Nice graph, but images weird for an iem of this cost.
Precogvision: Warm, thick, and with excellent dynamics. U12t's tubby younger brother that could use more resolution.
Audionotions: It's a step down from U12T in techs, yes, but it's still competitive in the price range. In exchange, tonality and timbre are much improved, which, IMO, is much more important. Imaging, separation,...
Head-Fi.org: 2 community members have rated the 64 Audio U6t at an average of 4.5/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Outstanding.

Tuning: A- Tech: B+ Bass: A- Mids: A Treble: B Dynamics: B+ Soundstage: A- Details: B Imaging: A-

Neutral with Bass Boost 6BA

8

5.8

A+

EPZ 530

Jays Audio: Great set for jazz/blues/soul/acoustic. Thick and lush. Warm but with nice treble extension. Solid tech. Vocals can be overly husky and buried in busier songs.
Jaytiss: It does some things very well. Very good item.
Z-Reviews: EPZ 530 delivers a distinctly warm , intimate presentation with forward vocals and a close, enveloping stage that can feel like a gentle heat lamp over the mix. It’s a 5BA set tuned for body...
Head-Fi.org: 8 community members have rated the EPZ 530 at an average of 4.4/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Excellent.

Tuning: A Tech: A Mids: B Treble: A- Dynamics: A- Soundstage: A+

n/a 5BA

8

7

A

Thieaudio Origin

Jays Audio: Best bassy set under $1K. Bassy/thicker meta tuning. You can actually feel the reverb and vibration from the bone conduction drivers, great control and low-end texture. Mids and treble are also well...
Jaytiss: Great set, has a lot of positives and is amazing on bass tracks.
Tim Tuned: Mega bass additiveness Bass too much
Super* Review: Interesting sound. It becomes it's own thing. Fit is not great.
Web Search: The Thieaudio Origin delivers a bass-forward signature with a substantial 12dB sub-bass boost that provides visceral rumble and slam, particularly effective for electronic or hip-hop genres. Despite...
Fresh Reviews: Thieaudio Origin steps into the high end with a hybrid array— 1DD + 4BA + 2EST + bone conduction —that pushes a richly textured, holographic presentation. The soundstage is wide and deep ,...
Z-Reviews: Thieaudio Origin goes full mad-science: 1DD + 4BA + 2EST + bone conductor (eight drivers per side), big shells, hefty stock cable, and a tuning built around a ~12 dB sub-bass shelf . Fit can be a...
Head-Fi.org: 4 community members have rated the THIEAUDIO Origin at an average of 4.5/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Outstanding.

Tuning: A+ Tech: A- Bass: S Mids: A+ Treble: B+ Dynamics: S Soundstage: A+

Neutral with Bass Boost 1DD+4BA+2EST+1BC

Thieaudio Origin review by fresh-reviews

7.9

7

A

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.
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 ...
Audionotions: Like the Top Pro but with more controlled bass and more immediate transient attack. Where the Top Pro sometimes could sound blunted and too soft, the Horizon sounds quite a bit more tactile. Treble...
Head-Fi.org: 3 community members have rated the ZiiGaat Horizon at an average of 4.4/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Excellent.

Tuning: A+ Tech: A+ Bass: A+ Mids: A Treble: A+ Dynamics: A Soundstage: S- Details: A+ Imaging: A+

Neutral 1DD+2BA+2Planar

7.9

8.5

A

ORIVETI OH700VB

Jays Audio: Replaced by Astral. A more engaging Supernova, cleaner, with better sub-bass, and vocals. Very big stage and fantastic separation and layering. Vocals are airy without being too sharp. Lots of...
Jaytiss: This is like a supernova with better Bass, but slightly less technical.
Head-Fi.org: 12 community members have rated the Oriveti OH700VB at an average of 4.6/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Outstanding.

Tuning: A Tech: A Mids: A- Treble: A- Dynamics: B Soundstage: A-

Neutral 6DD BA

7.9

7

A

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.

Tuning: A+ Tech: A+ Bass: A+ Mids: S- Treble: A+ Dynamics: A Soundstage: A+ Details: S- Imaging: A+

Neutral with Bass Boost 2DD+8BA

7.9

8

8.4

A

ZiiGaat Luna

Jays Audio: Airy, smooth, warm, laid-back, balanced, lush and dreamy vibes. Great for rock/metal, scales decently high. Mid-bass over sub. Not as vocal forward as Arcanis and other vocal sets. My Luna graphs...
Gizaudio Axel: Chill, relaxed, and detailed all-rounder. Smooth, warm, and balanced with forward vocals and airy treble. Relaxed but still engaging. BA Bass. Upper treble might be too much for some.
Jaytiss: Great Midrange, Sense of realism that is very nice.
Web Search: The ZiiGaat Luna delivers a studio-focused sound with its six balanced armature drivers per ear, combining dual Sonion 39AY008 subwoofers, dual Knowles 32873 midrange units, and dual Knowles 33518...
Z-Reviews: The ZiiGaat Luna is an all-BA IEM that completely shatters expectations . Designed for studio engineers and stage performers, it delivers a tonally balanced , accurate, and precision-focused sound...
Head-Fi.org: 12 community members have rated the ZiiGaat Luna at an average of 4.6/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Outstanding.

Tuning: A+ Tech: A+ Mids: A+ Treble: A+ Dynamics: A- Soundstage: A+

Neutral with Bass Boost 6BA

7.9

7.8

8.2

A

Sennheiser IE900

Crin: Well-resolving DD IEM with excellent treble control, though with somewhat weak mid-high harmonics.
Jaytiss: I don't get it, not even a little.
Precogvision: Excelllent bass - simply excellent. Midrange could use some work, as could the generally average imaging chops.
Audionotions: I usually don't like things that aren't all rounders but this might be the exception. Bass is incredible - best in class - great texture, fantastic physicality. Treble response is great too - pretty...
Head-Fi.org: 10 community members have rated the Sennheiser IE900 at an average of 4.7/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Exceptional.

Tuning: B+ Tech: B+ Bass: S+ Mids: B- Treble: B Dynamics: B+ Soundstage: A Details: A- Imaging: B

Warm 1DD

7.8

5.5

A

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.

Tuning: A Tech: A- Bass: A Mids: A+ Treble: A- Dynamics: A Soundstage: A Details: A Imaging: A

Neutral 1DD

7.8

7

A

$589

Thieaudio Oracle MKIII

Thieaudio Oracle MKIII

Jays Audio: Great bass texture, much better than predecessors, smooth and slightly airy giving it a sizzly timbre, great layering/separation, vocals are slightly laid back but not gone, very balanced across...
Jaytiss: It's like a Pilgrim OG with EST. It's kinda cool.
Precogvision: Pretty detailed but sounds incoherent, particularly in the treble, which also seems exaggerated in a bad way.
Super* Review: A step in the right direction compared to mk2. I like this as much as the mk1. Solid all-rounder, good sense of separation.
Web Search: The ThieAudio Oracle MKIII presents a divisive tonal character that splits listener opinions. Its bass response, driven by dual dynamic drivers in an IMPACT2 subwoofer configuration, offers textured...
Fresh Reviews: Stronger in Fortnite and COD vs other titles
Shuwa-T: Midrange has a tinge of warmth, likely from the greater emphasis in lower mids Bass definition and treble remains unrefined as with the Hype 2 and Hype 4
Z-Reviews: Thieaudio Oracle MKIII (2024) pushes hard into the “fun road” of audio: a 2DD + 2BA + 2EST stack tuned for huge, holographic soundstage and pinpoint stereo placement that feels like a room...
Head-Fi.org: 6 community members have rated the THIEAUDIO Oracle MKIII at an average of 4.5/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Outstanding.

Tuning: A- Tech: A- Bass: B+ Mids: A- Treble: B+ Dynamics: B+ Soundstage: A- Details: A Imaging: A-

Neutral with Bass Boost 2DD+2BA+2EST

Thieaudio Oracle MKIII review by jays-audio

Thieaudio Oracle MKIII review by jaytiss

Thieaudio Oracle MKIII review by precogvision

Thieaudio Oracle MKIII review by super-review

Thieaudio Oracle MKIII review by iemranking

Thieaudio Oracle MKIII review by fresh-reviews

Thieaudio Oracle MKIII review by shuwa-t

Thieaudio Oracle MKIII review by z-reviews

Thieaudio Oracle MKIII review by head-fi

7.8

7.1

A

$1,799

Unique Melody Maven II

Unique Melody Maven II

Jaytiss: I can see how others might like.
Web Search: The Unique Melody Maven II delivers a balanced yet colored sound signature that excels across diverse genres. Its elevated bass offers deep rumble and punchy mid-bass without bleeding into the mids,...

Tuning: A Tech: A Bass: A+ Mids: B+ Treble: B Dynamics: A- Soundstage: C+ Details: A Imaging: A

Bright 2DD+4BA+4EST

Unique Melody Maven II review by jaytiss

Unique Melody Maven II review by smirk-audio

Unique Melody Maven II review by iemranking

7.8

6.1

8.2

A

Softears Volume S

Jays Audio: Amazing vocals under $500 with the stock switch/clear tips or tangzu sancai regular (no impedance boost) with amazing vocal scaling. Recommended for higher volume listening like ballads, slower...
Gizaudio Axel: A benchmark for tonality and timbre. Studio 4 with DD bass, great bass texture, tonal accuracy, forward vocals, and natural timbre. High impedance mode sounds bright.
Jaytiss: Great midrange at the price, hard to beat.
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
Super* Review: Fantastic IEM for the price. Super sharp and standout bass physicality. Tonality is more universal than the Dusk. It's well defined but not super wide or spacious
Fresh Reviews: Great allrounder
Z-Reviews: The Softears Volume S offers a dramatic transformation through its impedance switch , requiring a tiny screwdriver to toggle between low (9.8 ohm) and high (31.2 ohm) modes. The low impedance mode ...
Audionotions: Natural, rich sounding. Substantial low end that doesn't muddy up the mix and a bass shelf that isn't completely isolated to the subbass (when an IEM has a lot of subbass but no midbass, this can...
Head-Fi.org: 17 community members have rated the SOFTEARS VOLUME S at an average of 4.6/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Outstanding.
Audio Amigo: A wonderful sounding IEM. A more neutral version of the Meta tuning. Works with absoltuely everything and sounds great. Cable is microphonic, but comes with a great carry case and premium eartips.

Tuning: A Tech: A Bass: A+ Mids: A Treble: A Dynamics: B Soundstage: A+ Details: B+ Imaging: B+

Neutral with Bass Boost 2DD+2BA

Softears Volume S review by gizaudio-axel

Softears Volume S review by super-review

Softears Volume S review by fresh-reviews

7.8

8.4

8.2

A

$1,499

Thieaudio v16 Divinity

Thieaudio v16 Divinity

Precogvision: Nice BA bass and detail overall, but the upper-midrange is odd and treble sounds sort of dead.
Tim Tuned: Excellent across the board Not special in one particular way
Shuwa-T: Comment: Balanced with bass boost, can come across as slightly V. Clarity and balanced tuning, very strong technical performance with little to no BA timbre Not much airiness, which can create the impression of a not so wide soundstage
Head-Fi.org: 2 community members have rated the Thieaudio v16 Divinity at an average of 4.5/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Outstanding.

Tuning: A Tech: A Bass: A Mids: A- Treble: A- Dynamics: B Soundstage: A+ Details: A Imaging: A-

Neutral with Bass Boost 16BA

Thieaudio v16 Divinity review by precogvision

Thieaudio v16 Divinity review by tim-tuned

Thieaudio v16 Divinity review by shuwa-t

Thieaudio v16 Divinity review by head-fi

7.8

6.8

A

SIVGA Nightingale

Jays Audio: LESS-TREBLE UNIT. VERY GENRE SPECIFIC. Listen at HIGH VOLUME with slower tracks (slow rock, ballads, indie, jazz, blues, acoustics, instrumentals etc). TOTL stage (airy+reverb), layering, treble...
Z-Reviews: SIVGA Nightingale takes the planar recipe and makes it weird in the best way. Priced around $279 , it hits with a warm, woody tonality and a soft, velvet-like “ veil ” that doesn’t dull...

Tuning: A Tech: A+

n/a n/a

7.8

7.9

A

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

Tuning: A Tech: A Bass: A+ Mids: A+ Treble: A Dynamics: A Soundstage: A Details: A Imaging: A

Neutral with Bass Boost 2DD+4BA+1Planar

Aful Performer 5+2 review by gizaudio-axel

Aful Performer 5+2 review by super-review

Aful Performer 5+2 review by audio-amigo

7.7

7.5

A

FlipEars Legion

Jays Audio: Fun and bassy, v-shape, great low-end slam and texture, full, rumbly, solid tech imaging, and cool faceplate... but price is a bit high.
Jaytiss: What this does well, it does very well. Fun set.
Web Search: The FlipEars Legion makes a commanding entrance with its striking Roman legionnaire-inspired design, featuring jewelry-cast rose-plated brass faceplates hand-painted by master artisans in Bulacan,...
Head-Fi.org: 9 community members have rated the FlipEars Legion at an average of 4.6/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Outstanding.
Audio Amigo: Bass-focused Bone Conduction done properly! Rumbles and Buzzes in your ears with no annoying buzz or tonal issues. Not the best technical performer, but absolutely GORGEOUS Shells.

Tuning: A Tech: A- Bass: A Mids: A- Treble: B+ Dynamics: A- Soundstage: A- Details: A Imaging: A

Neutral with Bass Boost 1DD+1EST+1BC

7.7

6.4

A

Softears Twilight

Jays Audio: Slightly warm/neutral, very well balanced, good scaling, TOTL male vocals, big staging, wait for sale
Gizaudio Axel: My top choice for timbral accuracy. Beautiful warm sound signature with outstanding timbre and an open sound. I wouldn’t change a thing.
Jaytiss: It's like a tubed iem, it's really fun. Something about DDs, so good.
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
Head-Fi.org: 12 community members have rated the Softears Twilight at an average of 4.6/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Outstanding.

Tuning: A Tech: A- Bass: A Mids: A+ Treble: A- Dynamics: C+ Soundstage: A+

Warm 1DD

Softears Twilight review by gizaudio-axel

7.7

6.5

A

64 Audio Nio

Crin: A decent bassy set with the m15/m20 modules, but really shines with the mX modules.
Precogvision: Sub-bass oriented with a very warm, thick tonality. MX module cleans things up quite a bit.
Super* Review: The 64 Audio Nio enters as the most affordable set in this lineup at $1,700 , a hybrid with 1DD + 8BA and swappable apex modules. Its core tonality is warm and a touch laid-back, with the ...

Tuning: A Tech: B+ Bass: A+ Mids: A+ Treble: B Dynamics: A+ Details: A- Imaging: B

Neutral with Bass Boost 1DD+8BA

7.7

5.5

A

Kiwi Ears Astral

Jays Audio: Great all-rounder. Slighty airy with good sub-bass extenion. Balanced but still fun. A cleaner, airier, and less sharp/sparkly version of the Meta/Crescent - vocals pop out more. Tip rec Sancai...
Gizaudio Axel: Great all-rounder with a bright, airy top end. Deep, textured sub-bass, clean and forward mids, airy treble, and great detail. Upper treble can be a bit much, and the bass tuck isn’t for everyone.
Jaytiss: Tonality is fantastic.
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
Web Search: The Kiwi Ears Astral is a mid-priced hybrid with 1DD+6BA and an MSRP around $299, positioning it in the competitive $250–$350 class. Official specs list a 10 mm bioceramic dynamic driver, 23 Ω...
Fresh Reviews: The Kiwi Ears Astral, priced at $299 , combines one dynamic driver and six balanced armatures in an exceptionally ergonomic and lightweight 3D printed resin chassis. Comfort is phenomenal,...
Z-Reviews: Priced at $300, the Kiwi Ears Astral stands as the brand's most expensive IEM , featuring a 10mm dynamic driver and six balanced armatures . The build is notably large and deep , with a design...
Audionotions: "Meta" tuned with subbass and air boost. Neutral/balanced with a bit of fun factor added back in. Phenomenally tuned mids. Bass can be a smidge too much on certain tracks for me but it's generally...
Head-Fi.org: 24 community members have rated the Kiwi Ears Astral at an average of 4.4/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Excellent.
Audio Amigo: A less bassy, more vocal forward take on the Meta tuning with more airiness. Like a Baby Dusk, or a DaVinvi with less bass and more toned down treble. Modular cable is a nice upgrade, case is still...

Tuning: A Tech: A Bass: A+ Mids: A+ Treble: A- Dynamics: A- Soundstage: A+ Details: A+ Imaging: A+

U-Shaped 1DD+6BA

Kiwi Ears Astral review by gizaudio-axel

Kiwi Ears Astral review by fresh-reviews

7.7

8.6

8.3

A

Ziigaat Odyssey

Jays Audio: A warm/mini Subtonic Storm that scales better and fuller with less tech. A musical odyssey. High volume set, great scaling, a cleaner/midrange focused Explorer with better layering and detail. Takes...
Gizaudio Axel: Fun and engaging tuning. It's like a more exciting version of the KE4. Great bass, natural vocals that aren't shouty, and excellent treble extension. The lower treble can be too much.
Jaytiss: Great tune, upper trebble is kinda funky, but basically perfectly tuned.
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
Web Search: The Ziigaat Odyssey offers a balanced take on the popular Meta tuning, emphasizing sub-bass rumble while maintaining a clean midrange. Its bass provides satisfying depth without bleeding into the...
Fresh Reviews: Some titles B
Head-Fi.org: 11 community members have rated the ZiiGaat Odyssey at an average of 4.6/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Outstanding.
Audio Amigo: Slighly colored neutral sound signature. Warm, clean, slightly recessed vocals. Great all-rounder. Enough coloration to not be boring. Accessories are dissapointing.

Tuning: A Tech: A- Bass: A Mids: A+ Treble: A- Dynamics: A- Soundstage: A

Neutral with Bass Boost 1DD+3BA

7.7

7.5

7.4

A

$449

Kiwi Ears x HBB Punch

Kiwi Ears x HBB Punch

Jays Audio: Endgame "balanced-basshead" set. Amazing low-end texutre, rumble, reverb, slam, and more bass than Origin and Titan - goes harder than those. Vocals and treble also still well extended, not...
Jaytiss: It basically a cheaper Mega5est Bass. Great basshead set.
Z-Reviews: Kiwi Ears x HBB Punch hits with massive sub-bass —“like 19 dB” of rumble—yet the overall vibe stays surprisingly relaxed . The tuning keeps mid-bass in check, so everyday tracks feel...
Bad Guy Good Audio: Built as a tribrid for bassheads , the Kiwi Ears x HBB Punch pairs a muscular dynamic driver with BA mids and Sonion EST treble to deliver a thick, textured low end that slams on 808s ,...
Head-Fi.org: 5 community members have rated the Kiwi Ears X HBB Punch at an average of 4.4/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Excellent.
Audio Amigo: Ultimate Basshead tuning for those who love midbass as well as sub-bass. Can EQ very well, Acessories package is barebones for the price.

Tuning: A Tech: A- Bass: A+ Mids: B+ Treble: A- Dynamics: A- Soundstage: B

Basshead 1DD+2BA+2EST

Kiwi Ears x HBB Punch review by jays-audio

Kiwi Ears x HBB Punch review by z-reviews

Kiwi Ears x HBB Punch review by audio-amigo

7.7

7.1

A

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.

Tuning: A Tech: A- Bass: A+ Mids: A- Treble: B+ Dynamics: A Soundstage: A Details: A Imaging: A-

Warm 1DD+8BA

7.7

7.5

A

$399

Moondrop x Crinacle Dusk

on Aliexpress

Moondrop x Crinacle Dusk

Jays Audio: Inoffensive safe tuning, less fatiguing uppermids good for jpop/kpop. Vocals lack the last bit of extension, detail, and power. DSP APP is a shit show. Heavy competition from Nova, Cincotres, Hype 4.
Gizaudio Axel: Excellent tuning and a highly detailed, all-around performer. Great bass quality, rich vocals, balanced tonality, sparkly treble, and excellent resolution. I prefer more bass.
Jaytiss: Just a tad on the bland side.
Tim Tuned: Pros: Balanced tuning with world class timbre decay.
Super* Review: Overall high engagement factor.
Fresh Reviews: Borders C+
Shuwa-T: The most neutral of the triple threat, caters to the safest of tunings
Audionotions: I came close to writing this off because it relies on DSP to achieve the target tuning. Thankfully my curiosity got the best of me. Putting aside any issues pertaining to the DSP cable, this is a...
Head-Fi.org: 5 community members have rated the Moondrop x Crinacle Dusk at an average of 4.0/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Very Positive.

Tuning: A- Tech: A Bass: A- Mids: A- Treble: A Dynamics: C+ Soundstage: A Details: A+ Imaging: A

n/a 2DD+2BA+2PLA

Moondrop x Crinacle Dusk review by jays-audio

Moondrop x Crinacle Dusk review by gizaudio-axel

Moondrop x Crinacle Dusk review by jaytiss

Moondrop x Crinacle Dusk review by tim-tuned

Moondrop x Crinacle Dusk review by super-review

Moondrop x Crinacle Dusk review by fresh-reviews

Moondrop x Crinacle Dusk review by shuwa-t

Moondrop x Crinacle Dusk review by head-fi

7.7

7.4

7.7

A

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.

Tuning: A Tech: A- Bass: A+ Mids: A Treble: A- Dynamics: A+ Soundstage: A+

Neutral with Bass Boost 2DD+2BA

ZiiGaat Crescent review by gizaudio-axel

7.6

7.4

A

Aful Cantor

Jays Audio: LOW VOLUME SET. Clean, airy, and highly resolving at its price with endgame separation and detail. Low-end is quick, but lacks impact and a bit of texture. Notes are on the lighter side, not very...
Gizaudio Axel: One of the most resolving IEMs. It reveals details you’ve never noticed before. Exceptional detail, neutral tuning, and great bass quality. Very revealing. Could use more bass for my taste.
Jaytiss: Maybe best detailed set, fit is extremely difficult.
Super* Review: It's super impressive but also really difficult to edge on comfort. It's not my favorite sound but good sounding. Competing well at it's price point
Shuwa-T: Comment: A massive improvement over the prototype at canjam, a killer set for techs under US$1000, nothing else really comes close. Finally a true u12t competitor with better fit, cable, and... Crystal clear across all frequencies, extremely revealing set that slices apart the layers in the music; treble so nuanced yet pleasant that you cannot believe an all BA set is doing this Less midbass presence, overall tonality can come across as a little too lean especially with treble focus
Z-Reviews: This is AFUL’s flagship science project: the Cantor packs 14 BAs per side (28 total) and a heap of buzzword tech— Dual-Channel Acoustic Maze for sub-bass, non-destructive direct-drive...
Audionotions: Very well balanced with very good details and separation. Bass is punchy and fast, mids are clean with excellent instrument separation, treble is well extended and airy. Nothing stands out as...
Head-Fi.org: 15 community members have rated the AFUL Cantor at an average of 4.5/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Outstanding.
Audio Amigo: Achieves levels of soundstaging and detail resolution that compete with $2000 IEMs, truly top of the line acousitc performance. IF AND ONLY IF, you can achieve a deep enough fit in your ears. Metal...

Tuning: A Tech: S- Bass: A+ Mids: A Treble: S- Dynamics: C+ Soundstage: A+ Details: S Imaging: S-

Vocal-focused 14BA

7.6

8

8.5

A

Elysian Pilgrim Noir

Jays Audio: Good but expensive. Recommended if you can find it for around $500. Direct upgrade to the AFUL Explorer. Scales great. Reminds me of the EJ07M but a bit smoother and less dynamic. Prefer it more than...
Gizaudio Axel: Sound is similar to the original Pilgrim. Bassier than the original Pilgrim with similar resolution.
Jaytiss: Way different than Pilgrim OG, less bright. Smoothe.
Super* Review: Relaxed at the vocal region compared to orignial Pilgrim. Too expensive. Texturing is a little bit better than original Pilgrim
Smirk Audio: Cons: Similar to Pilgrim OG at twice the price.
Fresh Reviews: link is for the less expensive one
Head-Fi.org: 8 community members have rated the Elysian Pilgrim Noir at an average of 4.3/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Excellent.

Tuning: A Tech: A- Bass: A- Mids: A- Treble: B+ Dynamics: B+ Soundstage: A- Details: B+ Imaging: A-

n/a 1DD+3BA

Elysian Pilgrim Noir review by jays-audio

Elysian Pilgrim Noir review by gizaudio-axel

Elysian Pilgrim Noir review by super-review

Elysian Pilgrim Noir review by smirk-audio

Elysian Pilgrim Noir review by fresh-reviews

Elysian Pilgrim Noir review by z-reviews

7.6

6.9

A

Softears RS10

Gizaudio Axel: I prefer more bass. Great tuning with forward vocals and excellent detail. Unvented design, BA bass, and can be slightly shouty on some tracks.
Crin: A little shouty and intense but very resolving and well-defined. A somewhat refined Moondrop S8.
Jaytiss: Nice iem, clean clear out of the box
Precogvision: A slightly more resolving S8 at the expense of added grittiness and more upper-midrange.
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
Head-Fi.org: 2 community members have rated the Softears RS10 at an average of 4.5/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Outstanding.

Tuning: A- Tech: A Bass: B+ Mids: B+ Treble: A- Dynamics: B- Soundstage: A Details: S- Imaging: A-

U-Shaped 10BA

7.6

6.2

A

Punch Audio Martilo

Jays Audio: Cheaper, and slightly more energetic HBB Punch with slightly less mid-bass and slam. Endgame "balanced" basshead. Imaging feels sharper than Punch, but treble is not as smooth, aside from that very...
Gizaudio Axel: Great basshead set with strong technical chops. Great value, fun, and engaging without sacrificing clarity. Boosted, clean, and textured bass. Mids are surprisingly clear for a bassy set. Treble’s smooth and non-fatiguing. The bass might be too much for some.
Jaytiss: BASS
Tim Tuned: Strong bass, fun overall mids need improvement for the price
Web Search: The Punch Audio Martilo delivers a powerful bass experience that dominates its signature, featuring a substantial 14dB sub-bass boost. This emphasis creates visceral, physical rumble, especially in...
Z-Reviews: The Punch Audio Martilo shows up screaming BASSHEAD on the box, but the tuning is smarter than that. A hybrid stack— 2×8 mm DD + 2×BA + 1 planar —delivers bass that hits when the track calls...
Bad Guy Good Audio: Punch Audio Martilo hits the brief for bass-centric listeners. The tuning kicks up from ~ 200 Hz , driving a potent low end, then rides a flat porch through the mids with a gentle ear-gain that...
Head-Fi.org: 16 community members have rated the Punch Audio Martilo at an average of 4.5/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Outstanding.

Tuning: A Tech: A- Bass: A+ Mids: A- Treble: A- Dynamics: S Soundstage: A

Basshead 2DD+2BA+1Planar

Punch Audio Martilo review by jays-audio

Punch Audio Martilo review by gizaudio-axel

Punch Audio Martilo review by iemranking

7.6

7

A

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.

Tuning: A- Tech: A- Bass: A+ Mids: A- Treble: A Dynamics: B Soundstage: A-

Neutral 2DD+6BA

7.6

8

A

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.

Tuning: A- Tech: A- Bass: A Mids: B+ Treble: A Dynamics: A- Soundstage: A Details: S- Imaging: A

U-Shaped 1Planar (14.8 mm)

Letshuoer S12 Ultra review by jays-audio

Letshuoer S12 Ultra review by iemranking

7.6

7.2

A

Softears RSV

Jays Audio: One of the best vocals I've heard on any IEM (especially for male artists). Mids and Treble is TOTL, smooth and well extended and has great naturalness and the perfect bite. Bass has great speed and...
Gizaudio Axel: I prefer the Studio 4. Warmer, bassier, and slightly more resolving than the Studio 4, with great timbre. BA Bass.
Crin: Very well-balanced tonality with surprisingly good timbre, though slightly lacking definition.
Jaytiss: Great upper treble, but its overall tonality isn't perfect.
Precogvision: Well-tuned from top-to-bottom with good timbre. Safe to the point of boredom.
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
Super* Review: Softears RSV presents as a premium, well-finished all-BA set with five balanced armatures , a secure, slightly deeper fit and above-average isolation . The package feels thoughtful—nice case,...
Shuwa-T: Mid and vocal centric set, this is not reference tuning despite the name
Nymz: A BA set that almost sounds like a DD. Needs low OI source. Bass close to U12T with more mid-bass impact. Great treble. Sub-bass and imaging can be lacking for some. My favourite vocals ever.
Head-Fi.org: 8 community members have rated the Softears RSV at an average of 4.5/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Outstanding.

Tuning: A Tech: A- Bass: B+ Mids: A+ Treble: A Dynamics: B- Soundstage: A Details: B Imaging: B

U-Shaped 5BA

7.6

6.7

7

A

Tangzu Xuan Wu Gate

Jays Audio: Clean, neutral, balanced, technical, laid back, very detailed. Neutral tuning done right while being a little dynamic/engaging. Tip wise Azla spinfits for more detail, tangzu sancai regular for...
Gizaudio Axel: Solid mid-bass, natural vocals, and detailed treble. Treble is a bit elevated, and upper mids feel a bit relaxed.
Tim Tuned: Great relaxed tuning. Satisfying subbass and treble Female vocal lack a bit of life
Head-Fi.org: 6 community members have rated the Tangzu Xuan Wu Gate at an average of 4.4/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Excellent.

Tuning: A- Tech: A+ Bass: A+ Mids: A+ Treble: A+

n/a 1DD+4BA+2EST

Tangzu Xuan Wu Gate review by jays-audio

Tangzu Xuan Wu Gate review by gizaudio-axel

7.6

7.2

A

Noble Fokus REX5 TWS

Web Search: The Noble FoKus Rex5 delivers a detailed and resolving sound signature, leveraging its uncommon five-driver tribrid configuration (10mm dynamic driver for lows, three BAs for mids, and a 6mm planar...
Z-Reviews: Noble’s Fokus REX5 hits like a wired IEM that forgot the wire: a 10 mm dynamic + 6 mm planar + 3x BA cocktail feeding a wide, surprisingly open presentation. The companion app is actually...

Tuning: A Tech: A

Neutral with Bass Boost 1DD+3BA+1Planar

Noble Fokus REX5 TWS review by iemranking

Noble Fokus REX5 TWS review by z-reviews

7.6

7.5

A

Fiio FH19

Jaytiss: A very pleasing Colorization, but not exactly what I love.
Head-Fi.org: 7 community members have rated the FiiO FH19 at an average of 4.6/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Outstanding.

Tuning: B Tech: A+ Mids: C+ Treble: A+ Dynamics: B Soundstage: A+

n/a 2DD+6BA

7.5

6.9

A

Yanyin Canon Pro

Jays Audio: Clean, neutral, balanced. Airy treble but smooth, great tech. Recommend UP UP switch with bass boost. A smoother pilgrim basically.
Jaytiss: Great treble, really sweet.
Super* Review: Not really stand out at the price range. Lack a bit of definition. Decent IEM
Web Search: The Yanyin Canon Pro offers a versatile listening experience through its dual tuning switches, which provide three distinct bass profiles without affecting midrange or treble integrity. With both...
Fresh Reviews: Border B
Z-Reviews: Yanyin Canon Pro brings a 1DD + 6BA stack with two DIP switches that alter an internal crossover rather than simple EQ, but the documentation is maddeningly vague. Stock out of the box ( switch 1...
Head-Fi.org: 4 community members have rated the Yanyin Canon Pro at an average of 4.5/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Outstanding.

Tuning: A Tech: A+ Mids: A- Treble: A+ Dynamics: B Soundstage: A-

Neutral 1DD+6BA

Yanyin Canon Pro review by fresh-reviews

7.5

7.9

A

$399

HiSenior Cano Cristales

HiSenior Cano Cristales

Jays Audio: Exciting v-shape, graphs and sounds like a more aggressive/sharper Estrella that's less smooth/refined and more peaky. Uppermids can get shouty and fatiguing. Needs some sonions to smooth things out....
Gizaudio Axel: Bass quality is top-tier Deep, clean, and textured bass with great control. Clear, forward vocals and excellent detail. A bit bright and can get a bit intense at times.
Jaytiss: This is an exciting fun Bass heavy iem that gets a recomendation.
Super* Review: Impressive and aggressive bass presentation.
Web Search: The Cano Cristales stands out with its ergonomic shells that are surprisingly comfortable for extended listening sessions, housing a complex 2DD+8BA driver array. The nature-inspired design, blending...

Tuning: A- Tech: A Mids: B Treble: A- Dynamics: A+ Soundstage: A

V-Shaped 2DD+8BA

HiSenior Cano Cristales review by jays-audio

HiSenior Cano Cristales review by gizaudio-axel

HiSenior Cano Cristales review by jaytiss

HiSenior Cano Cristales review by super-review

HiSenior Cano Cristales review by iemranking

7.5

7.3

A

Sennheiser IE600

Jays Audio: Tons of detail and amazing clarity. Stage is smaller than most IEMs at/below its price tag but very well defined details and imaging within that space. Bass is detailed, but amount is not as much as...
Gizaudio Axel: Fun, V-shaped tuning. Fantastic bass (both quality and quantity), great V-shaped tuning, excellent detail, and precise imaging. Treble is too much, could use more vocal focus.
Crin: Well-tuned mids, powerful yet controlled sub-bass, with highly extended (and somewhat spicy) treble.
Jaytiss: Lots of upper trebble.
Precogvision: Well-extended on both ends of the spectrum and adds back in the upper-midrange the IE900 lacked.
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
Super* Review: $700 buys a compact, 3D-printed metal single-DD that looks mature and fits like a glove. The IE 600 arrives with two cables ( 3.5mm and 4.4mm ) that are thin and comfy but a bit microphonic ...
Shuwa-T: Comment: Stock eartips are a disgrace. Superb clarity with good tuning and bass response Treble is on the energetic side
Nymz: The most technical DD I've heard. Tuning is not perfect for my library - V-Shape. Get's a rec for those that really enjoy a well done V DD. Could use more stage size and bass impact. Fit is not the...
Audionotions: Engaging sound signature with authoritative bass and very good treble. Mids are no slouch either. Can be spicy for some, but for what it's worth, I have no issues with the treble. Pretty impressive,...
Head-Fi.org: 15 community members have rated the Sennheiser IE600 at an average of 4.3/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Excellent.

Tuning: B+ Tech: A- Bass: A- Mids: B+ Treble: B Dynamics: B+ Soundstage: A- Details: A- Imaging: B+

V-Shaped 1DD

Sennheiser IE600 review by gizaudio-axel

7.5

6.7

A

Moondrop Variations

Jays Audio: Very clear with lots of detail. Sub-bass has a nice rumble and texture. Amazing treble extension and stage air. Female vocals are vibrant and shines. Mid-bass cut is real, affecting some genres and...
Gizaudio Axel: A solid benchmark. Great sub-bass, Harman tuning, and excellent detail. Can sound thin.
Crin: Sub-bass-focused signature with Moondrop's clean tuning makes this one of the best $500 tribrids.
Jaytiss: I like it, but don't love the lower mids.
Precogvision: A more refined B2 Dusk with better bass texture and treble extension.
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
Super* Review: Moondrop Variations enters the $520 bracket as a sleek tribrid (DD bass, BA mids, dual EST treble) that mirrors the Blessing 2 shell and fit—complete with the familiar large nozzle—while...
Smirk Audio: Great tuning, neutral timbre, and a satisfying bass with a sub-bass focus. Solid all-rounder.
Shuwa-T: Comment: Too much subbass, dry sounding lower mids. Clarity Clarity Subbass overpowers lower mids
Nymz: Resolution king for the price point with a fun tuning. Great sub-bass and treble. Lack of mid-bass bass and somewhat thin mids murdered it for my library. Can see the appeal for others tho.
Audionotions: Very resolving with good sub-bass and good treble. A bit thin and clinical sounding and lacks a bit of note weight. Could use a bit more mid-bass. Otherwise, the resolution is top-notch. Treble...
Head-Fi.org: 10 community members have rated the Moondrop Variations at an average of 4.7/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Exceptional.

Tuning: A- Tech: A Bass: A- Mids: A- Treble: A Dynamics: B Soundstage: A Details: A- Imaging: A-

U-Shaped 1DD+2BA+2EST

Moondrop Variations review by jays-audio

Moondrop Variations review by gizaudio-axel

Moondrop Variations review by precogvision

Moondrop Variations review by super-review

Moondrop Variations review by smirk-audio

7.5

6.9

7.5

A

Moondrop Psyche

Jaytiss: Well at leas the faceplate is pretty.
Web Search: The Moondrop Psyche impresses with a remarkably detailed and smooth treble response, thanks to its four miniature planar-magnetic drivers, which deliver lower distortion and a sense of **airiness**...

Tuning: A- Tech: A Mids: C+ Treble: A- Dynamics: C+ Soundstage: A-

Neutral 2DD+4BA+4Planar

7.5

6

A

Softears Studio 4

Jays Audio: "Correct" and neutral tuning. Natural vocals, not as forward like RSV but zero faults. Slight Improvement over RSV in-terms of seapration and stage size/treble is same/not as warm.
Gizaudio Axel: A benchmark for tonality and timbre. Neutral, accurate sound with great bass, tonal accuracy, forward vocals, and natural timbre. Excellent isolation. Unvented design and BA bass may not suit everyone.
Jaytiss: Something magical about this set, but it's not the Bass.
Precogvision: Sounds plasticky and smoothed; inoffensive to the point of being offensive.
Tim Tuned: Just great all around, balance with amazingly clean midrange
Super* Review: Softears Studio 4 arrives as a 4×BA set at $450 with a surprisingly practical kit: a Pelican-style water-resistant case , cleaning brush, MoonDrop-style tips, and—occasionally—a 3.5 mm...
Head-Fi.org: 15 community members have rated the Softears Studio 4 at an average of 4.6/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Outstanding.

Tuning: A Tech: A- Bass: B+ Mids: A- Treble: A- Dynamics: C+ Soundstage: A+ Details: C+ Imaging: C+

Neutral 4BA

Softears Studio 4 review by gizaudio-axel

Softears Studio 4 review by precogvision

Softears Studio 4 review by super-review

7.5

7

A

Thieaudio Hype 4

Jays Audio: One of the best all-rounders under $600 (v-shaped harman). Treble quality is smooth and well extended. Great low-end texture with lots of impact. Good vocals. Solid tech, and just solid in general.
Gizaudio Axel: A fun and exciting IEM. Fun, bass-boosted sound with powerful bass, great treble extension, and clear vocals. Treble can be overly crisp at times.
Jaytiss: Upper trebble is odd on many tracks, but is a strong set.
Precogvision: Bass sounds somewhat 'BA-ish' for being DD, but well-tuned, decently technical, and a very solid package overall.
Super* Review: Great imaging and headstage. Width is outstanding. Even at 400 bucks it's outstanding in this pricerange.
Fresh Reviews: Thieaudio HYPE 4 hits far above its price with a lively, bass-driven tuning that stays clean and controlled. The low end delivers physicality without muddying the mids or presence region,...
Shuwa-T: Contains some DNA of the well tuned Monarch 3
Z-Reviews: Thieaudio Hype 4 delivers the redemption arc this series needed: a $399 hybrid that channels the beloved Clairvoyance vibe at a lower price. The 2DD+4BA setup hits with a chest-filling low...
Audionotions: Very, very solid IEM. Excellent bass response and a well done warm neutral tuning. Great techs for the price. Large stage that is deep and wide. Great separation and imaging. Treble is a bit elevated...
Head-Fi.org: 6 community members have rated the THIEAUDIO Hype 4 at an average of 4.2/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Very Positive.

Tuning: A Tech: A- Bass: A- Mids: A Treble: A- Dynamics: B Soundstage: A- Details: A- Imaging: A-

Neutral 2DD+4BA

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7.5

7.2

8

A

$149.99

Gizaudio x Binary Chopin

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.
Web Search: The Gizaudio x Binary Chopin is a hybrid 1DD+3BA design built around an 8 mm ceramic-diaphragm dynamic driver for lows, a midrange BA, and a dual-BA tweeter assembly, targeting a lively, modern...
Shuwa-T: Overall clean sounding, works well with quicker pop genres (Jpop/Kpop) Male vocals recessed, does not work well with the other half of Jpop/Kpop. Lower midrange suffers from thinner note weight (tuning)
Z-Reviews: The Gizaudio x Binary Chopin IEM is an absolute standout, delivering a fantastically unique and immersive sound signature that is heavily focused on vocals . The presentation is spectacularly...

Tuning: A- Tech: B+ Bass: A Mids: B+ Treble: B Dynamics: A Soundstage: A- Details: A Imaging: A-

V-Shaped 1DD+3BA

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7.5

6.8

8.8

A

$299.99

Dunu x Gizaudio Davinci

Dunu x Gizaudio Davinci

Jays Audio: Warm leaning with thick, thumpy mid-bass that hits pretty deep and hard. Decent vocal and treble extension, although female vocals are warmer and huskier. Good for hiphop, rap, r&b, but low-end isn't...
Gizaudio Axel: Bass-boosted meta tuning with excellent detail and a grand sound. Bass may be too much for some.
Jaytiss: Bass kind of pops off in the worst way possible.
Super* Review: A little bit too bassy. imaging is impressive. If you are looking for a bassy set with great imaging, this is a good option.
Fresh Reviews: Build & unboxing deliver the full Dunu experience: a high-quality interchangeable cable (2-pin with swappable terminations, plus a 6.35 mm adapter), multiple tip sets including Dunu Candy/S&S , and...
Shuwa-T: The warmest of the triple threat, with more tamed treble than the Pilgrim
Z-Reviews: Dunu x Gizaudio Davinci shows up dressed to impress: a five-leaf maplewood faceplate that’s prettier in person than the promo shots, a deep-set 2-pin socket, and DUNU’s slick Q-Lock Mini ...
Audionotions: close but no cigar. Sounded great for most genres but bass guitars and kick drums and instruments/vocals that lie the in mid-bass/lower-mids range sound too recessed. Noteweight leans thin and...
Head-Fi.org: 28 community members have rated the DUNU x Gizaudio DaVinci at an average of 4.2/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Very Positive.

Tuning: A Tech: A- Bass: A Mids: A- Treble: A- Dynamics: B Soundstage: A- Details: A- Imaging: A-

Neutral with Bass Boost 2DD+4BA

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7.5

6.7

A-

$589

Hisenior Mega5-EST +Bass

Hisenior Mega5-EST +Bass

Jays Audio: The Mega5est 7th but with more sub-bass. That's it. Does sound better now, more "musical" and less vanilla and boring. A good comforting and smooth listen that scales well. Bass texture isn't as good...
Gizaudio Axel: Great for bassheads or sub-bass lovers. Hisenior Mega5est with added sub-bass. The bass might be too much for some people.
Jaytiss: Smooth dark, and enjoyable.
Super* Review: Good sounding IEM. Nice fitting. New Meta tuning with much more bass. But I didn't need that
Z-Reviews: Hisenior Mega5-EST +Bass takes the already clean, wide, crisp Mega5 tuning and pours a thick, buttery layer of low-end over it—think “Eris-sized” weight without muddying the mids. On ...
Head-Fi.org: 2 community members have rated the Hisenior Mega5-EST +Bass at an average of 4.5/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Outstanding.
Audio Amigo: Mega5Est but with more Bass. Same amazing details, same great imaging, just more Bass. Acessories are great. NOBODY USE THE 4.4mm to 3.5mm ADAPTER. ASK FOR A REPLACEMENT

Tuning: A- Tech: A- Bass: A- Mids: A- Treble: A+ Dynamics: A- Soundstage: B

Basshead 1DD+2BA+2EST

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7.4

6.6

A-

Simgot ET142

Jays Audio: Lots of variety with nozzles.Tames down 2K, keeps treble extension, basically a Timeless 2 with better fit and more detail with blue nozzle.
Fresh Reviews: Border B
Z-Reviews: SIMGOT ET142 comes across as a sleek, chrome-heavy hybrid with a planar + PZT setup, dressed in CNC’d stainless shells and a surprisingly thick premium cable , plus a magnetic case and...
Audio Amigo: A 3-in-1 IEM. It can sound like an S12, S12 Pro, or S08 depending on what nozzles you're using. Great acessories and build quality. Stellar Sound with all nozzles

Tuning: A Tech: A+

V-Shaped 1Planar+1BC

7.4

8.1

7.3

A-

INTUAURA Balance

Jaytiss: Magistical balance, and sense of Space. Realy easy to love.
Web Search: The INTUAURA Balance delivers a cohesive sound with well-controlled bass that avoids overwhelming the mids, while maintaining clarity in vocal reproduction. Its treble presentation is smooth and...
Head-Fi.org: One community member has rated the INTUAURA Balance at an average of 4.0/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Very Positive.

Tuning: A- Tech: A- Mids: A- Treble: A- Dynamics: B Soundstage: B+

Neutral with Bass Boost 1DD+4BA

7.4

7

A-

Letshuoer Cadenza 4

Jays Audio: Slightly bright, clean sound, very airy, sweet vocals. Great separation and resolution. Reminds me of the OG Orcales. Follows Harman 2019 but with more air. Needs more low-end, not an all-rounder....
Jaytiss: It's like a better Hexa, it's not bad, but feels lean.
Shuwa-T: Weakest point is the slightly thin midbass to lower midrange, makes up for it in the midrange clarity and treble smoothness
Head-Fi.org: 28 community members have rated the LETSHUOER Cadenza 4 at an average of 4.5/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Outstanding.

Tuning: A- Tech: B+ Bass: B Mids: A- Treble: B+ Dynamics: B Soundstage: A- Details: A- Imaging: A-

n/a 4BA

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7.4

6.9

A-

Yanyin Canon II

Super* Review: Warm, relaxed IEM - technical enough. Has a bass boost. Pretty decent option.
Web Search: The Yanyin Canon II delivers a bass performance that stands out in its price range, offering deep extension and textured rumble without overwhelming the mix. Its bio-diaphragm dynamic driver, housed...
Fresh Reviews: I would note - great for R6
Z-Reviews: Yanyin Canon II hits with a five-driver hybrid (4BA + 1DD) that’s all about huge stage , deep layering , and an addicting sense of air . Two rear switches offer four tunings but they mostly...
Head-Fi.org: 19 community members have rated the Yanyin Canon II at an average of 4.4/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Excellent.

Tuning: A Tech: B+

Neutral with Bass Boost 1DD+4BA

7.4

A-

$211

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