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Grade Price Name Tuning Drivers Reviews Scores
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.
  • Super* Review: This is the best IEM Fiio has ever made. Very powerfull sound.
  • IEMRanking AI: The FiiO FX17 presents a complex tribrid driver configuration with 1 dynamic, 4 balanced armature, and 8 electrostatic drivers per side, housed in polished titanium shells that feel substantial yet...
Tuning: A Tech: S-
Warm-Natural 1DD+4BA+8EST Fiio FX17 review by gizaudio-axel Fiio FX17 review by super-review Fiio FX17 review by iemranking Fiio FX17 review by z-reviews
8.9
7.5
9.1
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
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 jays-audio Thieaudio Valhalla review by jaytiss Thieaudio Valhalla review by super-review Thieaudio Valhalla review by smirk-audio Thieaudio Valhalla review by fresh-reviews Thieaudio Valhalla review by shuwa-t Thieaudio Valhalla review by hbb
8.9
7.9
S-

Dunu Glacier

  • Jays Audio: Clean, balanced sound, clear vocals, great midrange and tech, would rec if not for the unit variance in the tuning, the unit I got sounds different than the earlier ones which was bass-boosted...
  • 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.
  • IEMRanking AI: 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...
Tuning: A+ Tech: S- Bass: S- Mids: A- Treble: A+ Dynamics: S Soundstage: S Details: A+ Imaging: A+
Harman with bass boost 1DD+4BA+4EST Dunu Glacier review by jays-audio Dunu Glacier review by gizaudio-axel Dunu Glacier review by jaytiss Dunu Glacier review by precogvision Dunu Glacier review by tim-tuned Dunu Glacier review by super-review Dunu Glacier review by iemranking Dunu Glacier review by z-reviews
8.7
7.4
9
S-

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.
  • 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...
  • IEMRanking AI: 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
Tuning: S- Tech: S- Bass: S- Mids: A+ Treble: S- Dynamics: A+ Soundstage: S
Harman with bass switch 2DD+6BA+2EST ThieAudio Monarch MK4 review by jays-audio ThieAudio Monarch MK4 review by jaytiss ThieAudio Monarch MK4 review by tim-tuned ThieAudio Monarch MK4 review by super-review ThieAudio Monarch MK4 review by iemranking ThieAudio Monarch MK4 review by fresh-reviews ThieAudio Monarch MK4 review by hbb
8.6
8.8
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.
  • IEMRanking AI: 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.
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 jaytiss Kinera Imperial Loki review by iemranking Kinera Imperial Loki review by nymz
8.5
6.7
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
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 jays-audio Letshuoer Mystic 8 review by gizaudio-axel Letshuoer Mystic 8 review by jaytiss Letshuoer Mystic 8 review by super-review Letshuoer Mystic 8 review by smirk-audio Letshuoer Mystic 8 review by shuwa-t Letshuoer Mystic 8 review by z-reviews Letshuoer Mystic 8 review by hbb
8.4
7.1
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...
  • IEMRanking AI: 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...
Tuning: S- 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 jays-audio Softears RSV MK II review by jaytiss Softears RSV MK II review by super-review Softears RSV MK II review by iemranking
8.4
7.7
A+

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.
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 nymz ThieAudio Prestige LTD review by z-reviews ThieAudio Prestige LTD review by hbb
8.3
6.8
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.
  • IEMRanking AI: 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...
Tuning: A Tech: A+ Bass: A Mids: A- Treble: A- Dynamics: A- Soundstage: S Details: A- Imaging: A
Balanced, Treble Head 1DD+11BA Letshuoer Cadenza 12 review by jays-audio Letshuoer Cadenza 12 review by jaytiss 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
8.2
6.6
A+

Linsoul x HBB Jupiter

  • Jaytiss: Great BASS, blarg trebble.
  • IEMRanking AI: The Linsoul x HBB Jupiter delivers a powerful bass-forward signature with an 11dB sub-bass shelf that avoids bleeding into the mids, resulting in a warm yet articulate low end. Its hybrid driver...
  • Shuwa-T:  Bass go boom boom  Because bass go boom boom so the highs go doom doom sometimes
Tuning: A Tech: A Bass: A+ Mids: B+ Treble: A- Dynamics: S Soundstage: A Details: A Imaging: A
Bassy with technical refinement 1DD+6BA+4EST Linsoul x HBB Jupiter review by jaytiss Linsoul x HBB Jupiter review by iemranking Linsoul x HBB Jupiter review by shuwa-t Linsoul x HBB Jupiter review by hbb
8.2
6.3
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.
  • Shuwa-T:  Rather similarly tuned to the Hype 4, which is regarded as a mini Monarch 3
Tuning: A Tech: A+ Bass: A+ Mids: A+ Treble: A+ Dynamics: A- Soundstage: A Details: A Imaging: A+
Jm1 2DD+10BA Thieaudio Hype 10 review by jays-audio Thieaudio Hype 10 review by gizaudio-axel Thieaudio Hype 10 review by jaytiss Thieaudio Hype 10 review by tim-tuned Thieaudio Hype 10 review by fresh-reviews Thieaudio Hype 10 review by shuwa-t Thieaudio Hype 10 review by z-reviews
8.1
7.2
A+

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.
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 Thieaudio Monarch MK3 review by gizaudio-axel Thieaudio Monarch MK3 review by jaytiss Thieaudio Monarch MK3 review by precogvision Thieaudio Monarch MK3 review by tim-tuned Thieaudio Monarch MK3 review by smirk-audio Thieaudio Monarch MK3 review by fresh-reviews Thieaudio Monarch MK3 review by shuwa-t Thieaudio Monarch MK3 review by nymz Thieaudio Monarch MK3 review by z-reviews
8.1
7.5
6.8
A+

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.
  • 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
  • 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.
Tuning: A+ Tech: A Bass: B+ Mids: A+ Treble: A Dynamics: B+ Soundstage: A+ Details: A Imaging: A-
bass-boosted neutral 1DD+6BA+2EST Thieaudio Monarch Mk2 review by jays-audio Thieaudio Monarch Mk2 review by gizaudio-axel Thieaudio Monarch Mk2 review by crin Thieaudio Monarch Mk2 review by jaytiss 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 Thieaudio Monarch Mk2 review by shuwa-t Thieaudio Monarch Mk2 review by nymz
8
6.9
A

Unique Melody MEST mkII

  • Jays Audio: TOTL imaging chops/layering. Tons of micro-details. Bass texture and impact second probably only to the Z1R. Wide and 3D staging. 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...
  • Drew / 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...
Tuning: A- Tech: A Bass: A+ Mids: A Treble: A- Dynamics: A- Soundstage: A+ Details: A+ Imaging: A
Warm V 1DD+4BA+2EST+1BC Unique Melody MEST mkII review by jays-audio Unique Melody MEST mkII review by crin Unique Melody MEST mkII review by precogvision Unique Melody MEST mkII review by tim-tuned Unique Melody MEST mkII review by super-review Unique Melody MEST mkII review by fresh-reviews Unique Melody MEST mkII review by shuwa-t Unique Melody MEST mkII review by nymz Unique Melody MEST mkII review by drew
7.9
6.7
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:  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.
  • IEMRanking AI: 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
  • Drew / 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...
Tuning: A+ Tech: A+ Bass: A+ Mids: A+ Treble: A+ Dynamics: A Soundstage: A+ Details: S- Imaging: A+
Neutral with bass boost 2DD+8BA Xenns Top Pro review by jays-audio Xenns Top Pro review by gizaudio-axel Xenns Top Pro review by jaytiss Xenns Top Pro review by tim-tuned Xenns Top Pro review by super-review Xenns Top Pro review by iemranking Xenns Top Pro review by fresh-reviews Xenns Top Pro review by z-reviews Xenns Top Pro review by hbb Xenns Top Pro review by drew
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.
  • IEMRanking AI: 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...
Tuning: A+ Tech: A+ Mids: A+ Treble: A+ Dynamics: A- Soundstage: A+
Neutral with bass boost 6BA ZiiGaat Luna review by jays-audio ZiiGaat Luna review by gizaudio-axel ZiiGaat Luna review by jaytiss ZiiGaat Luna review by iemranking ZiiGaat Luna review by z-reviews
7.9
7.8
8.2
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.
  • IEMRanking AI: 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...
Tuning: A+ Tech: A- Bass: S Mids: A+ Treble: B+ Dynamics: S Soundstage: A+
Bass-Heavy Balanced 1DD+4BA+2EST+1BC Thieaudio Origin review by jays-audio Thieaudio Origin review by jaytiss Thieaudio Origin review by tim-tuned Thieaudio Origin review by super-review Thieaudio Origin review by iemranking Thieaudio Origin review by fresh-reviews Thieaudio Origin review by z-reviews
7.8
7
A

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.
  • IEMRanking AI: 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
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
7.7
7.1
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.
Tuning: A- Tech: A- Mids: B Treble: B Dynamics: A- Soundstage: A-
n/a 5BA EPZ 530 review by jays-audio EPZ 530 review by jaytiss EPZ 530 review by z-reviews
7.7
6.6
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 - vocals pop out more than Meta. 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:  Clean, techinical v-shape signature with great midrange  upper treble too much
  • IEMRanking AI: 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...
  • Drew / 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...
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 jays-audio Kiwi Ears Astral review by gizaudio-axel Kiwi Ears Astral review by jaytiss Kiwi Ears Astral review by tim-tuned Kiwi Ears Astral review by iemranking Kiwi Ears Astral review by fresh-reviews Kiwi Ears Astral review by z-reviews Kiwi Ears Astral review by drew
7.6
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:  Fantastic V-shape Meta Tuned  Could use a bit less mid-treble spiciness
  • IEMRanking AI: 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
Tuning: A Tech: A- Bass: A Mids: A+ Treble: A- Dynamics: A- Soundstage: A-
Balanced (Meta) with Sub-Bass Focus 1DD+3BA Ziigaat Odyssey review by jays-audio Ziigaat Odyssey review by gizaudio-axel Ziigaat Odyssey review by jaytiss Ziigaat Odyssey review by tim-tuned Ziigaat Odyssey review by iemranking Ziigaat Odyssey review by fresh-reviews Ziigaat Odyssey review by hbb
7.6
7.5
7.4
A

Unique Melody Maven II

  • Jaytiss: I can see how others might like.
  • IEMRanking AI: 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
Balanced with bass and treble elevation 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
7.6
5.9
8.2
A

Ziigaat Arcanis

  • Jays Audio: My favourite vocals under $500 (best imo). A more refined OG Mangird Tea with better resolution and tech. Recommend listening at higher volumes on slower vocal centric tracks. Don't rec hiphop or...
  • Jaytiss: Lots of good neutral energy here. Interesting set up.
  • Super* Review: Not really stand out at the price range. Lack a bit of definition. Decent IEM
  • IEMRanking AI: The Ziigaat Arcanis offers a bright-neutral sound profile, leaning heavily on technical prowess over bass impact. Its dual dynamic drivers in an isobaric configuration deliver tight, textured...
  • Fresh Reviews: Scores lower in Apex B+
  • Drew / Audionotions: Vocal centric with good bass performance and smooth but well extended treble. Excellent techs. I think they mixed up the names for their recent releases - this is less "neutral" and more "lush" than...
Tuning: A+ Tech: A+ Mids: A+ Treble: A- Dynamics: A- Soundstage: A
Bright neutral 2DD+5BA Ziigaat Arcanis review by jays-audio Ziigaat Arcanis review by jaytiss Ziigaat Arcanis review by super-review Ziigaat Arcanis review by iemranking Ziigaat Arcanis review by fresh-reviews Ziigaat Arcanis review by z-reviews Ziigaat Arcanis review by drew
7.5
8.4
8.5
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:  Good warm-neutral tuning with enough details  Could use a bit more treble refinement
  • IEMRanking AI: 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
  • Drew / 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...
Tuning: A- Tech: A- Bass: A+ Mids: A- Treble: A Dynamics: B Soundstage: A-
Warm neutral 2DD+6BA Xenns Tea Pro review by jays-audio Xenns Tea Pro review by gizaudio-axel Xenns Tea Pro review by jaytiss Xenns Tea Pro review by tim-tuned Xenns Tea Pro review by iemranking Xenns Tea Pro review by fresh-reviews Xenns Tea Pro review by z-reviews Xenns Tea Pro review by hbb Xenns Tea Pro review by drew
7.5
8
8
A

Moondrop Psyche

  • Jaytiss: Well at leas the faceplate is pretty.
  • IEMRanking AI: 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 with smooth treble emphasis 2DD+4BA+4Planar Moondrop Psyche review by jaytiss Moondrop Psyche review by iemranking
7.5
6
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:  Kind of an Odyssey but spicer. Treble is surprisingly not grating  Treble is a lot and takes priority over mid & bass
  • IEMRanking AI: 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...
Tuning: A Tech: A- Bass: A+ Mids: A Treble: A- Dynamics: A+ Soundstage: A-
Neutral with bass boost 2DD+2BA ZiiGaat Crescent review by jays-audio ZiiGaat Crescent review by gizaudio-axel ZiiGaat Crescent review by jaytiss ZiiGaat Crescent review by tim-tuned ZiiGaat Crescent review by iemranking ZiiGaat Crescent review by z-reviews ZiiGaat Crescent review by hbb
7.5
7.4
7.4
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Yanyin Canon II

  • Super* Review: Warm, relaxed IEM - technical enough. Has a bass boost. Pretty decent option.
  • IEMRanking AI: 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
Tuning: A- Tech: A-
Warm Neutral with bass boost 1DD+4BA Yanyin Canon II review by super-review Yanyin Canon II review by iemranking Yanyin Canon II review by fresh-reviews Yanyin Canon II review by z-reviews
7.5
7.6
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
  • IEMRanking AI: 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...
Tuning: A Tech: A- Bass: A+ Mids: A- Treble: A- Dynamics: S Soundstage: A
Bassy with midrange clarity 2DD+2BA+1Planar Punch Audio Martilo review by jays-audio Punch Audio Martilo review by gizaudio-axel Punch Audio Martilo review by jaytiss Punch Audio Martilo review by tim-tuned Punch Audio Martilo review by iemranking Punch Audio Martilo review by z-reviews Punch Audio Martilo review by hbb
7.5
7
A-

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.
Tuning: A Tech: A- Bass: A+ Mids: B+ Treble: A- Dynamics: A- Soundstage: B
n/a 1DD+2BA+2EST Kiwi Ears x HBB Punch review by jays-audio Kiwi Ears x HBB Punch review by jaytiss Kiwi Ears x HBB Punch review by z-reviews Kiwi Ears x HBB Punch review by hbb
7.4
7.1
A-

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
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 crin Thieaudio v16 Divinity review by precogvision Thieaudio v16 Divinity review by tim-tuned Thieaudio v16 Divinity review by shuwa-t
7.4
6.6
A-

TangZu Tian Peng

  • Jays Audio: A cleaner more neutral Bajie with less bass and more treble energy. Clean, slightly vocal forward with some bite. Azla tips for more bass and treble energy/bite but can get shouty - Sancai Nobles for...
  • Jaytiss: Packaging is fantastic, sound isn't...
  • IEMRanking AI: The Tangzu Tian Peng offers a V-shaped sound profile that leans towards reference while maintaining musicality, with bass quality being notably source-dependent - it requires amplification to achieve...
Tuning: A- Tech: A Mids: B Treble: B Dynamics: C+ Soundstage: A
V-Shaped 1DD+6BA+1BC TangZu Tian Peng review by jays-audio TangZu Tian Peng review by jaytiss TangZu Tian Peng review by iemranking
7.4
7
A-

INTUAURA Balance

  • Jaytiss: Magistical balance, and sense of Space. Realy easy to love.
  • IEMRanking AI: 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...
Tuning: A- Tech: A- Mids: A- Treble: A- Dynamics: B Soundstage: B+
Neutral with bass boost 1DD+4BA INTUAURA Balance review by jaytiss INTUAURA Balance review by iemranking
7.4
7
A-

Dunu DK-3001 BD

  • Jays Audio: Technical, but thin, and bright tilt with LOTS of planar sizzle and timbre. Needs more low-end (small scoop), noteweight is very light, not peaky, but just artificial. Needs 10hm adapter to be...
  • Gizaudio Axel: More mid-bass and less treble would be perfect  Excellent bass quality, deep sub-bass, transparent mids, and great resolution.  Low mid-bass, slightly lean vocals, and bright treble.
  • Jaytiss: I prefer this with the adapter, but is fine without.
  • Precogvision: Not to my taste - treble sounds slightly brittle and harsh - but plenty of resolution and clean presentation.
  • Super* Review: My second 5 star IEM in 2024. The Braindance is a very satisfying IEM to listen to.
  • Fresh Reviews: Some titles arguably A-
Tuning: B+ Tech: A Bass: A- Mids: A- Treble: A- Dynamics: B+ Soundstage: A+ Details: A- Imaging: B
Treble slight v 1DD+4BA+4P Dunu DK-3001 BD review by jays-audio Dunu DK-3001 BD review by gizaudio-axel Dunu DK-3001 BD review by jaytiss Dunu DK-3001 BD review by precogvision Dunu DK-3001 BD review by tim-tuned Dunu DK-3001 BD review by super-review Dunu DK-3001 BD review by fresh-reviews Dunu DK-3001 BD review by z-reviews
7.4
7.4
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.
  • Shuwa-T:  Contains some DNA of the well tuned Monarch 3
  • Drew / 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...
Tuning: A- Tech: A- Bass: A- Mids: A Treble: A- Dynamics: B Soundstage: A- Details: A- Imaging: A-
JM1 ish 2DD+4BA Thieaudio Hype 4 review by jays-audio Thieaudio Hype 4 review by gizaudio-axel Thieaudio Hype 4 review by jaytiss Thieaudio Hype 4 review by precogvision Thieaudio Hype 4 review by tim-tuned Thieaudio Hype 4 review by super-review Thieaudio Hype 4 review by fresh-reviews Thieaudio Hype 4 review by shuwa-t Thieaudio Hype 4 review by z-reviews Thieaudio Hype 4 review by drew
7.4
7.2
8
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
  • IEMRanking AI: 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
Tuning: A Tech: A+ Mids: A- Treble: A+ Dynamics: B Soundstage: A-
Neutral with bass boost switch 1DD+6BA Yanyin Canon Pro review by jays-audio Yanyin Canon Pro review by jaytiss Yanyin Canon Pro review by super-review Yanyin Canon Pro review by iemranking Yanyin Canon Pro review by fresh-reviews Yanyin Canon Pro review by z-reviews
7.3
7.9
A-

Dunu SA6 EST

  • Gizaudio Axel: I prefer the SA6 MK II.  QDC Anole VX tuning, excellent resolution, and great bass.  Unvented design, no bass switch, and less airy than the SA6 MK II.
  • Super* Review: Not a bad IEM if you get the right tips. It's a bit disappointing compared to the original SA6.
Tuning: A+ Tech: A+
n/a 6BA+2EST Dunu SA6 EST review by gizaudio-axel Dunu SA6 EST review by super-review Dunu SA6 EST review by z-reviews
7.3
7.5
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
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 Tangzu Xuan Wu Gate review by tim-tuned
7.3
7.2
A-

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.
  • IEMRanking AI: 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...
  • Drew / 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...
Tuning: A Tech: B+ Bass: A Mids: A Treble: B Dynamics: A- Soundstage: B+ Details: A+ Imaging: A
Neutral with bass boost 1DD+2BA+2mPT CrinEar Daybreak review by jays-audio CrinEar Daybreak review by jaytiss CrinEar Daybreak review by super-review CrinEar Daybreak review by iemranking CrinEar Daybreak review by z-reviews CrinEar Daybreak review by drew
7.3
6.9
7.4
A-

Kiwi Ears Septet

  • Jays Audio: Bright-leaning with slight warmness - has an unique sparkly/lush, airy, and spacious sound. Great tech for the price, treble is not overly harsh or peaky (at mid volume), pretty smooth with the extra...
  • Jaytiss: A unique open back iem.
  • IEMRanking AI: The Kiwi Ears Septet delivers a neutral-bright sound signature characterized by clear vocals and a notably forward treble that enhances detail retrieval, particularly in female vocals and acoustic...
Tuning: A- Tech: A- Mids: C+ Treble: C+ Dynamics: B Soundstage: A-
Neutral-bright 1DD+4BA+1Planar+1PZT Kiwi Ears Septet review by jays-audio Kiwi Ears Septet review by jaytiss Kiwi Ears Septet review by iemranking
7.3
7.1
A-

Moondrop Meteor

  • Jays Audio: Neutral, clean and clear vocals, vocals pop out, good tech. Next to no planar timbre - one of the least planar like planars. Treble isn't sizzly and bright, but vocals can get shouty on energetic...
  • Gizaudio Axel: I need more bass!  Forward vocals, super smooth treble.  Bass lacks weight, impact, and slam.
  • Jaytiss: Bright leaning. But very nice when it hits.
  • Super* Review: Objectvly great but unengaging. Not a set I reach for often. Maybe I am underrating it a bit.
Tuning: A- Tech: A+ Mids: A+ Treble: S Dynamics: B Soundstage: A-
Moondrop 1DD+4BA+4PLA Moondrop Meteor review by jays-audio Moondrop Meteor review by gizaudio-axel Moondrop Meteor review by jaytiss Moondrop Meteor review by super-review
7.3
7.7
7.7
A-

Thieaudio Oracle

  • Jays Audio: Amazing airy and relaxing vocals. Sweet and gentle presentation. Clean, clear vocals - could be too balanced tho. Great separation, but stage size could be better.
  • Crin: Functionally similar to the Clairvoyance with slight cutbacks in overall clarity and resolution.
  • Jaytiss: Great iem for what it is. Really impressive.
  • Precogvision: Pleasant tonality, but low-level detailing and compression.
  • Tim Tuned:  Tuning so good it melts your soul (kinda)  treble wispiness + slight incoherent
  • Shuwa-T: Comment: A miniature Monarch.  Balanced sounding with good detail retrieval
  • Nymz: Great vocals, very lean tuning. Not very technical for the price.
  • Drew / Audionotions: Love the tuning. Very neutral set with sparkly treble but never unpleasant. Techs are decent but not standout. Timbre and tonality on this set are really great. Mids are great, and vocals are lush....
Tuning: A- Tech: B+ Bass: B+ Mids: A Treble: B+ Dynamics: C+ Soundstage: A- Details: B Imaging: B-
Bright neutral 1DD+2BA+2EST Thieaudio Oracle review by jays-audio Thieaudio Oracle review by crin Thieaudio Oracle review by jaytiss Thieaudio Oracle review by precogvision Thieaudio Oracle review by tim-tuned Thieaudio Oracle review by super-review Thieaudio Oracle review by shuwa-t Thieaudio Oracle review by nymz Thieaudio Oracle review by drew
7.1
6.4
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
Tuning: A- Tech: B+ Bass: B Mids: A- Treble: B+ Dynamics: B Soundstage: A- Details: A- Imaging: A-
n/a 4BA Letshuoer Cadenza 4 review by jays-audio Letshuoer Cadenza 4 review by jaytiss Letshuoer Cadenza 4 review by shuwa-t
7.1
6.9
A-

ZiiGaat Arete x Fresh Reviews

  • Gizaudio Axel: Great gaming IEM.  Clean sound, accurate mids, clear vocals, great soundstage, precise imaging.  Bass quality.
  • Jaytiss: Fantastic simple tonality. Lacks in trebble extension but is a nice earphone.
  • IEMRanking AI: The ZiiGaat Arete x Fresh Reviews IEM delivers a meticulously balanced tuning that excels for both music and competitive gaming. Its hybrid 1DD+4BA configuration produces deep, controlled sub-bass...
  • Fresh Reviews: Collab IEM
Tuning: A- Tech: B Mids: B Treble: C- Dynamics: A- Soundstage: A-
Neutral with bass boost 1DD+4BA ZiiGaat Arete x Fresh Reviews review by gizaudio-axel ZiiGaat Arete x Fresh Reviews review by jaytiss ZiiGaat Arete x Fresh Reviews review by iemranking ZiiGaat Arete x Fresh Reviews review by fresh-reviews
7.1
7.2
A-

TANCHJIM x Effect Audio Force

  • Gizaudio Axel: Mid-forward, neutral-bass sound signature. Not very versatile across genres.  Clean mids and forward vocals.  Light bass impact, upper mids can get intense, and average detail.
  • Jaytiss: The open back nature of this iem is compelling!
  • IEMRanking AI: The TANCHJIM x Effect Audio Force employs a dual dynamic driver configuration, pairing a 10mm titanium-coated bass driver with an 8.2mm beryllium-coated mid-high driver. This setup, managed through...
Tuning: B+ Tech: A- Mids: A+ Treble: A+ Dynamics: C- Soundstage: A+
Balanced with bass boost 2DD TANCHJIM x Effect Audio Force review by gizaudio-axel TANCHJIM x Effect Audio Force review by jaytiss TANCHJIM x Effect Audio Force review by iemranking TANCHJIM x Effect Audio Force review by z-reviews
7.1
7.3
A-

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...
  • 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
  • IEMRanking AI: 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
  • Drew / 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,...
Tuning: A+ Tech: A Bass: A+ Mids: A+ Treble: A Dynamics: A Soundstage: A Details: A Imaging: A
Neutral with sub-bass boost 1DD+3BA Ziigaat Odyssey 2 review by jays-audio Ziigaat Odyssey 2 review by super-review Ziigaat Odyssey 2 review by iemranking Ziigaat Odyssey 2 review by fresh-reviews Ziigaat Odyssey 2 review by drew
7.1
8
8.2
A-

Tanchjim Origin

  • Jays Audio: Just buy Fission. A cleaner/less warm LM, smoother EA1000 (fermats a little more resolving), very balanced, clean, and neutral sound. Very tough competition.
  • Gizaudio Axel: Smooth, detailed, and vocal-centric sound.  Cohesive, vocal-focused tuning with dynamic bass, smooth extended treble, and excellent detail.  Could use more sub-bass.
  • Jaytiss: Great Clarity, exceedingly tip sensitive.
  • Precogvision: Japanese flavor of tuning (mid-bass and upper-mid focus) finally done justice. Strong technical chops and slightly forward.
  • Tim Tuned:  Beautiful timbre and treble  Bass can use a bit more...volume
  • Shuwa-T:  One of the more balanced sounding Tanchjim iems, vocal centric  Quantity in the bass region, more noticeably the subbass
  • Drew / Audionotions: Yes, it's expensive for a single DD imaging and separation is top tier with very good layering - frankly, I haven't heard many sets near this price that have done the same. There is a bit of subbass...
Tuning: A- Tech: A- Bass: A- Mids: A- Treble: A- Dynamics: B Soundstage: A- Details: B+ Imaging: B+
n/a 1DD Tanchjim Origin review by jays-audio Tanchjim Origin review by gizaudio-axel Tanchjim Origin review by jaytiss Tanchjim Origin review by precogvision Tanchjim Origin review by tim-tuned Tanchjim Origin review by shuwa-t Tanchjim Origin review by z-reviews Tanchjim Origin review by drew
7.1
7.1
A-

Jays Audio x ZiiGaat Estrella

  • Jaytiss: Great soundstage,very V shapped, to those sensitive to those regions.
  • Super* Review: A little bit overcooked. It is certainly not a bad IEM. It does a good job in give you a lot of bass and a lot of physicality in the bass and not compromising in separation and imaging.
  • IEMRanking AI: The Jays Audio x ZiiGaat Estrella delivers a thrilling V-shaped signature that prioritizes fun and engagement. Its standout feature is the commanding sub-bass, powered by dual dynamic drivers, which...
  • Fresh Reviews: B in Valorant, B- to C+ in Apex, C+ in COD
  • Shuwa-T:  Solid pickup all rounder, tonality works for most genres with decent techs
Tuning: A- Tech: A- Bass: A+ Mids: B+ Treble: A- Dynamics: A- Soundstage: A- Details: A Imaging: A-
V-Shaped 2DD+4BA Jays Audio x ZiiGaat Estrella review by jaytiss Jays Audio x ZiiGaat Estrella review by super-review Jays Audio x ZiiGaat Estrella review by iemranking Jays Audio x ZiiGaat Estrella review by fresh-reviews Jays Audio x ZiiGaat Estrella review by shuwa-t Jays Audio x ZiiGaat Estrella review by z-reviews
7
7.4
A-

Letshuoer S15

  • Jays Audio: Neutral and laid back tuning. Great layering and separation and resolution. Great treble extension and air without being too sharp and light like other planar iems. Bass is also not light and floaty,...
  • Jaytiss: Nice Clarity, good detail. I feel it should have got more love.
  • Shuwa-T:  Warmer tuned planar with less emphasis on the lower treble; easier to listen to for longer periods  Still plagued by planar timbre, overall clarity takes a hit from warmer signature, slight subbass rolloff to my ears
Tuning: A- Tech: A- Bass: B+ Mids: A Treble: B+ Dynamics: B Soundstage: B+ Details: B+ Imaging: A-
n/a n/a Letshuoer S15 review by jays-audio Letshuoer S15 review by jaytiss Letshuoer S15 review by shuwa-t
7
6.8
A-

Kiwi Ears Orchestra

  • Jays Audio: Great vocals. Clean and neutral signature. A bit vanilla and "boring" but scales great with volume.
  • Crin: Very well-tuned reference-y signature with a mild bass and treble emphasis for added energy.
  • Precogvision: Well-tuned with surprisingly good treble extension. Upwards compressed dynamics contrast poorly with tuning.
  • Tim Tuned:  Slightly warm neurail tuning, well done
  • Shuwa-T: Comment: Extremely balanced sound, my go-to for vocal tracks.  Mid-focused, minimal BA timbre, vocals intimate and forward  Low end is not the most dynamic, bass layering can be difficult to pick out
Tuning: A- Tech: B+ Bass: B+ Mids: A Treble: A Dynamics: C+ Soundstage: A Details: B+ Imaging: B
Warm neutral 8BA Kiwi Ears Orchestra review by jays-audio Kiwi Ears Orchestra review by crin Kiwi Ears Orchestra review by precogvision Kiwi Ears Orchestra review by tim-tuned Kiwi Ears Orchestra review by super-review Kiwi Ears Orchestra review by shuwa-t
7
6.7
A-

Dunu SA6 mkII

  • Jays Audio: V-shaped SA6 Ultra with more recessed mids and vocals. Sharper and more bass than SA6U but mids are buried in busier tracks.
  • Gizaudio Axel: Similar to the SA6 Ultra but with more bass, airier treble, and improved soundstage and fit.  QDC Anole VX tuning, excellent resolution, and great bass with a practical bass switch.  Unvented design.
  • Jaytiss: Technical, nice but upper mids not for me.
  • Precogvision: A warmer rendition of the original SA6, best considered a side-grade than a true upgrade.
  • Tim Tuned:  Slightly more V-shape than the Ultra with small detail boost  Could use a little more upper mids
  • Nymz: A more refined SA6u, with the freedom to boost the bass even more and costing less. Less natural upper treble at the cost of that terrific extension.
  • Drew / Audionotions: Like the Ultra, but slightly improved in all technicalities categories except for timbre where the Ultra takes the win because upper-mids/lower-treble are too dialed down for my tastes on the MK2. If...
Tuning: A- Tech: A- Bass: B+ Mids: A- Treble: A- Dynamics: B Soundstage: A- Details: B Imaging: B
Warm neutral 6BA Dunu SA6 mkII review by jays-audio Dunu SA6 mkII review by gizaudio-axel Dunu SA6 mkII review by jaytiss Dunu SA6 mkII review by precogvision Dunu SA6 mkII review by tim-tuned Dunu SA6 mkII review by super-review Dunu SA6 mkII review by fresh-reviews Dunu SA6 mkII review by nymz Dunu SA6 mkII review by drew
7
6.1
A-

Dunu Kima 2

  • Jays Audio: Warm-neutral, relaxing set, great cable, build, and accessories. Vocals are a bit soft, not fully extended, could use more air, but overall decent if you want a comfortable listen
  • Jaytiss: Just fantastic dynamic driver. Hard not to love it.
Tuning: B+ Tech: B Mids: A- Treble: B Dynamics: C+ Soundstage: A-
n/a n/a Dunu Kima 2 review by jays-audio Dunu Kima 2 review by gizaudio-axel Dunu Kima 2 review by jaytiss Dunu Kima 2 review by z-reviews
7
6.4
A-

Simgot EM10

  • Jays Audio: A more immersive version of the Pilgrim with better mid-bass kick. More airy and slightly more detailed in the treble. Harman vocal gain might be too much for some. Bass might be boomy depending on...
  • Gizaudio Axel:  Bass-boosted Harman tuning, forward vocals.  Overall detail, PZT timbre.
  • Jaytiss: Very Special set, but the Supermix might be the better value.
Tuning: A- Tech: A- Bass: A+ Mids: A- Treble: B+ Dynamics: A- Soundstage: A-
n/a 1DD+8BA+1PZT Simgot EM10 review by jays-audio Simgot EM10 review by gizaudio-axel Simgot EM10 review by jaytiss Simgot EM10 review by tim-tuned Simgot EM10 review by fresh-reviews
7
6.9
B+

Kiwi Ears KE4

  • Jays Audio: Just get Odyssey it's better. Warm/bassy with solid vocal and treble extension (not buried) that scales really well with good treble air to not sound too intimate. Has a fuller noteweight with one of...
  • Gizaudio Axel: Solid reference.  Great Meta tuning.  Could use more detail, not very engaging.
  • Jaytiss: It's boring. So boring, like mega boring to the max.
  • Tim Tuned:  Almost dead neutral tuning in the best of ways  Lacks excitement, bass is alright
  • Super* Review: New Meta tuned IEM. This gives you a bass boost and it's not the best bass. If you want the Hexa + Bass this is what you want.
  • Fresh Reviews: A B for Valorant
Tuning: A- Tech: B+ Bass: A- Mids: A- Treble: B+ Dynamics: B Soundstage: A-
Jm1 2DD+2BA Kiwi Ears KE4 review by jays-audio Kiwi Ears KE4 review by gizaudio-axel Kiwi Ears KE4 review by jaytiss Kiwi Ears KE4 review by tim-tuned Kiwi Ears KE4 review by super-review Kiwi Ears KE4 review by fresh-reviews Kiwi Ears KE4 review by z-reviews Kiwi Ears KE4 review by hbb
6.9
6.4
6.5
B+

7Hz Timeless 2

  • Jays Audio: Good all-rounder set with solid tech. Good variety with the nozzles that actually changes the sound. Treble is smoother than other planars, and not much "planar timbre".
  • Gizaudio Axel: Sounds is identical to the Timeless OG.  Clean, impactful bass, great detail, fast transients.  Upper mids are a bit intense, bright treble, planar timbre.
  • Jaytiss: It's fine, but it's 230 dollars.
  • Tim Tuned:  A good v-shape  treble can be a bit too much
  • IEMRanking AI: The 7Hz Timeless II updates its predecessor with a 14.5mm planar magnetic driver featuring a dual-sided silver alloy diaphragm and N52 magnets, offering improved responsiveness and reduced "planar...
Tuning: B+ Tech: A- Bass: A+ Mids: B+ Treble: B Dynamics: C+ Soundstage: B
Neutral with bass boost 1Planar 7Hz Timeless 2 review by jays-audio 7Hz Timeless 2 review by gizaudio-axel 7Hz Timeless 2 review by jaytiss 7Hz Timeless 2 review by tim-tuned 7Hz Timeless 2 review by iemranking 7Hz Timeless 2 review by z-reviews
6.9
7
B+

Ziigaat Doscinco

  • Jays Audio: Benchmark bass set before the UP. Low-end is impactful, rumbly, heavy, and slams hard with reverb detail. Ideal for hiphop/rap/r&b/rock. Separation & resolution not the best around its price, but...
  • Jaytiss: This is a mini Monarch MK 3, U shaped.
  • Fresh Reviews: Can border B-
Tuning: B+ Tech: B Bass: A+ Mids: A- Treble: B+ Dynamics: A- Soundstage: A-
n/a n/a Ziigaat Doscinco review by jays-audio Ziigaat Doscinco review by jaytiss Ziigaat Doscinco review by tim-tuned Ziigaat Doscinco review by fresh-reviews
6.9
6.7
B+

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.
Tuning: B Tech: C+ Mids: A- Treble: C+ Dynamics: C+ Soundstage: A-
n/a n/a TWISTURA WoodNote review by jaytiss TWISTURA WoodNote review by super-review TWISTURA WoodNote review by z-reviews
6.9
5.3
B+

Tigerism Sun Wukong

  • IEMRanking AI: The Tigerism Sun Wukong features an all-metal build with a striking Monkey King illustration, feeling durable but somewhat chunky. Its short nozzle and weight can lead to inconsistent fit and...
  • Shuwa-T:  Sounds nothing like the DM despite being marketed as a bassier version. Lacks any sort treble bite, with all instruments requiring higher frequencies sounding muffled.
Tuning: B Tech: B- Bass: B+ Mids: C+ Treble: D Soundstage: C- Details: B- Imaging: C+
Bass-focused with midrange clarity 1DD Tigerism Sun Wukong review by iemranking Tigerism Sun Wukong review by shuwa-t Tigerism Sun Wukong review by z-reviews
6.9
5.6
B+

Kiwi Ears Airoso

  • Jays Audio: A sightly more airy/detailed EW300 with better timbre. Warm leaning all rounder with good dynamic contrast.
  • Jaytiss: Rich thick, enjoyable. Benchmark for me. Just epic.
  • IEMRanking AI: The Kiwi Ears Airoso offers a warm, smooth sound signature characterized by a full-bodied bass with satisfying sub-bass rumble and quick decay, though mid-bass impact remains reserved. Its midrange...
Tuning: A- Tech: B Mids: B Treble: C+ Dynamics: A- Soundstage: B
Warm neutral 1DD+4BA Kiwi Ears Airoso review by jays-audio Kiwi Ears Airoso review by jaytiss Kiwi Ears Airoso review by iemranking Kiwi Ears Airoso review by z-reviews
6.9
6.4
B+

Yanyin Moonlight

  • Jays Audio: Balanced, smooth, and clean presentation that scales beautifully with slightly forward/powerful vocals.
  • Tim Tuned:  Great vocal centric signature & Imaging  a bit safe bass and treble wise
  • Shuwa-T: Comment: Best tribrid around $600, addictive midrange.  Good detail retrieval backed by rich mids  Midbass light for some
Tuning: A- Tech: A- Bass: A Mids: A+ Treble: A- Soundstage: A Details: A Imaging: A
Neutral with bass boost 1DD+4BA+2EST Yanyin Moonlight review by jays-audio Yanyin Moonlight review by crin Yanyin Moonlight review by tim-tuned Yanyin Moonlight review by shuwa-t
6.9
6.7
B+

Kiwi Ears Aether

  • Jays Audio: Clean, balanced, with slight air boost in the treble. Bass sounds like a DD with great texture. Cheaper better tuned P5+2. Not as smooth as Timeless 2 with more dynamic contrast with a slight sizzle...
  • Gizaudio Axel: 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
Tuning: A- Tech: A Mids: B Treble: A+ Dynamics: B Soundstage: A
n/a n/a Kiwi Ears Aether review by jays-audio Kiwi Ears Aether review by gizaudio-axel Kiwi Ears Aether review by jaytiss Kiwi Ears Aether review by super-review Kiwi Ears Aether review by fresh-reviews Kiwi Ears Aether review by z-reviews
6.8
7.5
B+

Ziigaat Cincotres

  • Jays Audio: Great bass texture, vocals, treble, solid all-rounder. Similar to Variations but with a smaller/delayed scoop, more mid-bass, but not as much treble/air. A fun bassy sound but still well-balanced....
  • Jaytiss: This is a mini Monarch MK , V baby.
  • Fresh Reviews: Can border B-
  • Shuwa-T:  Very musical presentation with less aggressive vocals, treble is surprisingly good for such a relaxed tuning  Separation and less of a clear definition between the lower midrange and bass region
Tuning: B+ Tech: B+ Bass: A Mids: B+ Treble: B+ Dynamics: C+ Soundstage: B+ Details: B+ Imaging: A-
n/a 2DD+3BA Ziigaat Cincotres review by jays-audio Ziigaat Cincotres review by jaytiss Ziigaat Cincotres review by tim-tuned Ziigaat Cincotres review by fresh-reviews Ziigaat Cincotres review by shuwa-t
6.8
7
B+

Fiio FX15

  • Jaytiss: Unique tuning, but the switch would be better in the mids or bass.
  • Precogvision: Odd recessions in frequency response lead to unique imaging but uncanny tonality.
Tuning: C Tech: B- Bass: C- Mids: C- Treble: B- Dynamics: C+ Soundstage: B+ Details: C- Imaging: C+
V-shape 1DD+4BA+4EST Fiio FX15 review by jaytiss Fiio FX15 review by precogvision Fiio FX15 review by super-review Fiio FX15 review by z-reviews
6.8
4.9
B+

Ziigaat Lush

  • Jays Audio: A cleaner more technical AFUL Explorer with a more open sense of space and airier treble. High volume set. Very smooth and balanced at higher scaling - has a "Lush" and full sound. Mid-volume sounds...
  • Jaytiss: Mid mid focused set, I dig it.
  • Tim Tuned:  Very niche relaxed tuning  Too compressed sounding for me
  • Super* Review: Nice take on new-meta tuning. A little bit more relaxed but nice.
  • Drew / Audionotions: As of 4/21/25, these are my pick for best value in IEMs and also one of the best implementations of the JM21 meta. Everything sounds right. Bass quantity is just right with decent quality - there is...
Tuning: B+ Tech: A- Bass: A- Mids: A Treble: B+ Dynamics: B Soundstage: A-
n/a 1DD+4BA Ziigaat Lush review by jays-audio Ziigaat Lush review by jaytiss Ziigaat Lush review by tim-tuned Ziigaat Lush review by super-review Ziigaat Lush review by fresh-reviews Ziigaat Lush review by z-reviews Ziigaat Lush review by drew
6.8
7.1
B+

CCA HYDRO

  • Jays Audio: The best KZ so far, tuning swithces allow lots of options. Good tech, all-rounder sound with bass boost, but, KZ.
  • Jaytiss: When this hits it's very fun. Insane value.
Tuning: B+ Tech: B Mids: B Treble: C+ Dynamics: A- Soundstage: B
V 2DD+8BA CCA HYDRO review by jays-audio CCA HYDRO review by jaytiss
6.8
6.4
B+

ZIIGAAT x HBB Arcadia

  • Jays Audio: Niche/high volume set. Great scaling, warm, bassy, thick, comforting listen. A mini MEGA5EST Bass. Initmate and immersive experience. Not the most technical for the price, and vocals can be a bit too...
  • Jaytiss: I don't get it, very dark. Lifeless.
  • Fresh Reviews: C+ Apex, B to B- COD, B Val
Tuning: B+ Tech: B- Bass: A- Mids: B+ Treble: C+ Dynamics: C+ Soundstage: C+
n/a 2DD BA ZIIGAAT x HBB Arcadia review by jays-audio ZIIGAAT x HBB Arcadia review by jaytiss ZIIGAAT x HBB Arcadia review by fresh-reviews ZIIGAAT x HBB Arcadia review by hbb
6.7
6
B+

Kiwi Ears Quintet

  • Jays Audio: Great tech and treble detail. Amazing performance to price value, but metallic timbre and peak can be an issue.
  • Jaytiss: upper air drives me crazy.
Tuning: B Tech: B+ Bass: B+ Mids: B Treble: B- Dynamics: A- Soundstage: B Details: B+ Imaging: B
Bassy Neutral 1DD+2BA+1P+1PST Kiwi Ears Quintet review by jays-audio Kiwi Ears Quintet review by jaytiss Kiwi Ears Quintet review by tim-tuned Kiwi Ears Quintet review by super-review Kiwi Ears Quintet review by shuwa-t
6.7
6.5
B+

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
  • IEMRanking AI: The KEFINE Quatio impresses with its premium build quality and versatile tuning options. Its lightweight aluminum alloy shells offer both durability and comfort, while the included modular cable with...
Tuning: B+ Tech: B+ Bass: A- Mids: B Treble: B Dynamics: A- Soundstage: A-
Adjustable (Nozzle Swap) 2DD+2BA Kefine Quatio review by jays-audio Kefine Quatio review by gizaudio-axel Kefine Quatio review by jaytiss Kefine Quatio review by tim-tuned Kefine Quatio review by iemranking
6.7
6.6
8
B+

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?
  • IEMRanking AI: 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...
Tuning: B+ Tech: B+ Mids: C+ Treble: B Dynamics: A- Soundstage: B
harman 4BA Heartfield CU8 review by jays-audio Heartfield CU8 review by jaytiss Heartfield CU8 review by iemranking
6.7
6.7
B+

TangZu Wu Zetian Legend

  • Jays Audio: Treblehead set with lots of treble detail, great tech, but may be too spicy/overboosted for most people. Feels unnatural and fatiguing on lots of tracks unless at lower volumes. OG WU & HEYDAY are...
  • Jaytiss: Beautiful packaging, can be bright,like the sun.
Tuning: B Tech: A- Mids: B Treble: B Dynamics: C+ Soundstage: A-
Neutral-bright 2PLA TangZu Wu Zetian Legend review by jays-audio TangZu Wu Zetian Legend review by jaytiss
6.7
6.8
8.5
B+

Kiwi Ears ETUDE

  • Jays Audio: Reverby, bouncy, and extended decay in the sub-bass. Unique bass play back and adds more texture to the low-end. Although reverb can bleed into the vocals - maybe the drivers work too well lol. A...
  • Jaytiss: This is a unique sound, for neutral I prefere Airoso.
  • IEMRanking AI: The Kiwi Ears Étude offers a distinctive listening experience centered around its Kiwi Vibration Transducer (KVT), which adds a subtle tactile sensation to bass frequencies. This isn’t a...
Tuning: B+ Tech: B Mids: B Treble: C+ Dynamics: A- Soundstage: B
V-shaped with tactile bass 1DD+3BA+1VT Kiwi Ears ETUDE review by jays-audio Kiwi Ears ETUDE review by jaytiss Kiwi Ears ETUDE review by iemranking Kiwi Ears ETUDE review by z-reviews
6.6
6.6
B+

Moondrop Kadenz

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

Simgot EM6L

  • Jays Audio: Great resolution and tech, one of the smoothest iems, but uppermids will get hot on energetic tracks at higher volumes. Slightly warm but also lively. Recent units are a lot brighter than first batch.
  • Jaytiss: A solid budget choice. Hard to think of a more neutral set than this.
  • Fresh Reviews: Can go to a B in some titles
Tuning: B Tech: B+ Bass: B+ Mids: B Treble: B Dynamics: C- Soundstage: B Details: B+ Imaging: B+
Neutral 4DD BA Simgot EM6L review by jays-audio Simgot EM6L review by gizaudio-axel Simgot EM6L review by jaytiss Simgot EM6L review by tim-tuned Simgot EM6L review by super-review Simgot EM6L review by fresh-reviews Simgot EM6L review by shuwa-t Simgot EM6L review by z-reviews
6.5
6.3
B+

Letshuoer S08

  • Jays Audio: More uniquely tuned than other planars. Tamer uppermids, not as energetic, but still with great bass separation and tech. Timbre is good.
  • Jaytiss: Fantastic value product, really strong.
  • Super* Review: A little bit thick and poofy in the bass. Aful Explorer is better option.
  • Shuwa-T:  Warm tuning, really easy to listen to  Treble isn't really well defined, separation between midrange and lower midrange isn't great either
Tuning: B+ Tech: B Bass: B+ Mids: B Treble: B Dynamics: B Soundstage: B+ Details: B+ Imaging: B
n/a n/a Letshuoer S08 review by jays-audio Letshuoer S08 review by jaytiss Letshuoer S08 review by super-review Letshuoer S08 review by fresh-reviews Letshuoer S08 review by shuwa-t Letshuoer S08 review by z-reviews
6.5
6.3
B+

Simgot EA1000

  • Jays Audio: Bright-leaning with the best bass texture at its price point, and one of the best under $500. Incredible resolution and clarity with stunning female vocals. Timbre is as natural as you can get given...
  • Jaytiss: The only Passive Radiator iem that doesn't make me want to vomit.
  • Super* Review: Technical performance is pretty solid. Bright leaning V-Shaped signature, but tasteful.
  • Fresh Reviews: Can go to a C+ in some titles
Tuning: B- Tech: B+ Bass: A- Mids: B+ Treble: B- Dynamics: C- Soundstage: B
n/a n/a Simgot EA1000 review by jays-audio Simgot EA1000 review by gizaudio-axel Simgot EA1000 review by jaytiss Simgot EA1000 review by tim-tuned Simgot EA1000 review by super-review Simgot EA1000 review by fresh-reviews Simgot EA1000 review by z-reviews
6.5
6.2
B+

Yanyin Carmen

  • Jays Audio: An OG EJ07 that does vocal scaling. A blast your brains out kinda set. Full, powerful, extended, VERY forward vocals, might be too much for some people. Reveals every last bit of emotion from the...
  • Jaytiss: I don't get this one. It's not good.
Tuning: A- Tech: C+ Mids: C+ Treble: D Dynamics: C- Soundstage: A-
n/a 10BA Yanyin Carmen review by jays-audio Yanyin Carmen review by jaytiss Yanyin Carmen review by fresh-reviews
6.5
6
B+

Simgot Supermix 4

  • Jays Audio: Endgame Harman, one of the smoothest IEMs I've heard with Tangzu Sancai tips (regular). Some units might be hotter in the treble/pzt timbre
  • Gizaudio Axel:  Harman tuning.  Soft bass, bright sound, metallic timbre.
  • Jaytiss: If this works for you, it's a sonic treasure. My unit has issues.
  • Tim Tuned:  Harman with more treble energy  Can be too spicy
  • IEMRanking AI: The Simgot Supermix 4 packs a quadbrid driver configuration (1DD+1BA+1 Planar+1 PZT) into a comfortable resin shell. Its sound follows a U-shaped signature aligned with the Harman IE 2019 target,...
Tuning: B+ Tech: B+ Bass: A+ Mids: A- Treble: B+ Dynamics: B Soundstage: B
U-shaped (Harman IE 2019) 1DD+1BA+1Planar+1PZT Simgot Supermix 4 review by jays-audio Simgot Supermix 4 review by gizaudio-axel Simgot Supermix 4 review by jaytiss Simgot Supermix 4 review by tim-tuned Simgot Supermix 4 review by iemranking Simgot Supermix 4 review by fresh-reviews
6.5
7
6
B+

Moondrop May

  • Jaytiss: A very enjoyable listen, hard to fault at this price and design. Could be a winner for you.
  • Super* Review: The May is the way to go if you have 80 bucks. Standard EQ sounds great. Nice low contrast neutral sound
  • IEMRanking AI: The Moondrop May offers a convenient USB-C DSP cable with multiple EQ presets accessible via the Moondrop Link app, though the app suffers from connectivity issues and requires invasive permissions...
Tuning: B- Tech: B- Bass: A- Mids: B+ Treble: C+ Dynamics: C+ Soundstage: B
Neutral 1DD+1Planar Moondrop May review by jaytiss Moondrop May review by tim-tuned Moondrop May review by super-review Moondrop May review by iemranking Moondrop May review by z-reviews
6.5
5.6
B

7Hz Elua Ultra

  • Jaytiss: Nice smooth set. Easy, and clean.
  • IEMRanking AI: The 7Hz Elua Ultra delivers a powerful and well-defined bass that extends deep without overwhelming the mids, making it stand out in its price range. Vocals are clear and detailed, with a natural...
Tuning: B Tech: C+ Mids: B Treble: C- Dynamics: B Soundstage: B
Harman Target 2DD 7Hz Elua Ultra review by jaytiss 7Hz Elua Ultra review by iemranking
6.4
5.4
B

Tanchjim 4U

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

Simgot EW300

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

Moondrop Harmon

  • Jays Audio: Clean Harman 2019 sound. Clear and balanced, but can still be shouty in the vocals. New Crossover and 3DD talk is marketing jargon not that much difference vs other DDs. You can just buy Nova or...
  • Jaytiss: While fun, and a nice tune, it's not the best value to be had.
  • Super* Review: Does not actually sound as it graphs. More dominant Bass than you might expect. Warm tilted slightly contrasty sound signature. Kind of a fine IEM.
Tuning: B+ Tech: B Mids: C+ Treble: C+ Dynamics: A- Soundstage: B
Harmon? 3DD Moondrop Harmon review by jays-audio Moondrop Harmon review by jaytiss Moondrop Harmon review by super-review Moondrop Harmon review by z-reviews
6.3
6.1
B

Simgot EA500LM

  • Jays Audio: Very resolving for its price, great value. A warmer EA1000 with a slight decrease in separation and resolution, but warmer with more bass (same bass quality). Not as sparkly and resolving as the...
  • Jaytiss: It's a good u shaped with nice bass, but be weiry of uppper mids.
  • IEMRanking AI: The Simgot EA500LM offers a versatile listening experience primarily through its three interchangeable nozzles, which significantly alter the sound signature. With the gold nozzles (red ring), the...
Tuning: B Tech: B+ Bass: B+ Mids: B Treble: B- Dynamics: C+ Soundstage: B Details: B Imaging: B
U-Shaped 1DD Simgot EA500LM review by jays-audio Simgot EA500LM review by jaytiss Simgot EA500LM review by tim-tuned Simgot EA500LM review by iemranking Simgot EA500LM review by fresh-reviews Simgot EA500LM review by shuwa-t Simgot EA500LM review by z-reviews
6.3
6.1
B

Moondrop Illustrious

  • Jays Audio: Basically the Softears Twilight with less sub-bass extension, alot more neutral and monitor like, and very pricy since Twilight goes on sale for $700 with a more musical playback. This is just...
  • Gizaudio Axel: Open-back IEM with a mellow sound. Good for long listening but not for those seeking strong bass or high resolution.  Warm, full-bodied mids with natural timbre and safe treble.  Light bass with low sub-bass, lacking treble air and sparkle, and underwhelming detail.
  • Jaytiss: Nice single DD, not a benchmark, but very nice.
  • Precogvision: Sounds like it has metallic timbre. Percussino compression around 5kHz due to lack of treble extension and generally bad tuning.
  • Super* Review: Sounds like an open-back IEM. It delivers on open design. Something to consider if you are looking for that.
Tuning: B Tech: B+ Bass: C+ Mids: B- Treble: B Dynamics: C Soundstage: A- Details: C+ Imaging: C+
Moondrop 1DD Moondrop Illustrious review by jays-audio Moondrop Illustrious review by gizaudio-axel Moondrop Illustrious review by jaytiss Moondrop Illustrious review by precogvision Moondrop Illustrious review by super-review
6.3
5.6
B

Kefine Klanar

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

ThieAudio Oracle mkII

  • Jays Audio: CLEAR with LOTS of detail. Nice sub-bass rumble with no mid-bass bleed. Treble is super extended as well as high-mids. Female vocals sound lively and sings, but can be too much at high volume and...
  • Jaytiss: It's a little bright.
  • Precogvision: A brighter Oracle. Shouty upper-midrange and artifical sounding treble response.
  • Tim Tuned:  Detailed, airy, mostly well tuned  dry timbre from treble amount
  • Nymz: Great bass dynamics and well done mid-range. Treble extension is great but a hair too elevated.
Tuning: B Tech: B+ Bass: B+ Mids: B- Treble: B- Dynamics: B Soundstage: A- Details: B Imaging: B
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6.2
6.3
B

Moondrop Aria 2

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

Letshuoer S12

  • Jays Audio: The most refined S12 to date. Smoothest treble out of all the S12, and very little Planar timbre while keeping up the great tech and detail.
  • Jaytiss: I think the s12 is fine, the pro and z12 don't add too much value
  • Tim Tuned:  Planar with the most "wow" factor. Spacious heead stage  Treble can be too much
  • Fresh Reviews: Great package and some titles arguably A-
  • Drew / Audionotions: Very energetic. Very detailed. Very bright. Noticeable recession in mids - it is V-shaped after all. Planar timbre is quite noticeable and can sometimes make this sound unnatural. Previously Owned
Tuning: B Tech: B- Bass: A Mids: B Treble: C+ Dynamics: E- Soundstage: B Details: A- Imaging: B+
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6.2
6.2
B

7hz Timeless

  • Jays Audio: Great details. Good stage in front but lacking in wideness/3D. Imaging is good and speration is great, but uneven treble peaks. Planar timbre. Vocals and notes can be thin. Fatiguing at higher volume...
  • Gizaudio Axel:  Clean, impactful bass, great detail, fast transients.  Upper mids are a bit intense, bright treble, planar timbre.
  • Crin: Easily the best-tuned planar IEM by a country mile, the Timeless is also no slouch on the technical front.
  • Precogvision: Has the planar advantage with most of its disadvantages and a reasonable tonality.
  • Tim Tuned:  High details for the price, good fun tuning  Metallic timbre
  • Shuwa-T: Comment: A superb planar IEM, beware the planar bass shelf.  The best tuned planar IEM  Narrow soundstage, mushy transients
  • Nymz: Insanely resolving for price. Good planar timbre. Tuning is slight colored but doesn't seem to affect mids as much. Stage depth and width will be the weakest points. QC gamble on first batches. Get...
Tuning: B Tech: B+ Bass: B Mids: B- Treble: B- Dynamics: B Soundstage: A- Details: B+ Imaging: B-
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6.1
6.7
B

Kefine Delci

  • Jays Audio: A warmer/less sharp EW200, a slightly more resolving BLON Z300, price might be an issue tho
  • Jaytiss: Nice tone, great overall sound with only a few issues.
Tuning: B Tech: C+ Mids: C+ Treble: C- Dynamics: C+ Soundstage: B
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6
5.5
B

EPZ X Tipsy Star One

  • Jays Audio: Vocal focused set. Female vocals are sweet and clean with subtly air and sparkle. Treble and bass is decent, does the job. Harman but with a twist.
  • Jaytiss: I like this set a lot for the price. Good value and vocals.
Tuning: B Tech: C Mids: C+ Treble: D Dynamics: C- Soundstage: B
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6
5.1
B-

Tangzu HBB Xuan NV

  • Jays Audio: A smoother hexa, and mini-nova. Very clean and balanced all-rounder. Good vocal set. Harman 2019 with more mid-bass, less uppermids and sub-bass. Nothing crazy, but does every genre very well.
  • Jaytiss: Great overall package,smooth chill tuning. Poor techs.
  • Shuwa-T: Comment: Why is there hype for this?.  Safe tuning, decent treble tuning for the price  Mediocre techs, overly rounded bass region
Tuning: B Tech: C+ Bass: B- Mids: B- Treble: C+ Dynamics: C+ Soundstage: B- Details: B- Imaging: B
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5.9
5.6

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