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Truthear x Crinacle ZERO: RED: Does it Live up to the Hype?

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Pros Includes impedance adapter for more tuning options Well done neutral tonality  Good bass Clean, natural midrange with a hint of warmth  Laid back and relaxing vocals  Smooth and inoffensive treble  Cons Large nozzle Bulky body  Hard to drive with impedance adapter Average detail retrieval Slightly congested Disclaimer Thanks to ShenZhenAudio for sending over the TRUTHEAR x Crinacle ZERO: RED for review purposes. All thoughts and opinions are my own.  Source(s) Truthear Shio Ear tips Acoustune AET07 Packaging Comes with a decent amount of accessories IEM. Soft pouch. 10 Ω impedance adapter 4 filters  Wide selection of ear tips. 3 pairs of narrow bore silicone tips (S, M, L) 3 pairs of wide bore silicon tips (S, M, L) 1 pair of memory foam tips Cable is alright, thin and braided but tangles a little bit sometimes. Build Quality Lightweight. Plasticky and bulky body. However, build quality is decently solid. Fit Nozzle is quite large and long. Body i...

TANGZU Princess Chang Le: Another flavor for $15

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   Pros Unique, beautiful box art and IEM design Good build quality  Wide selection of ear tips No driver flex  Well done tonality  Decent bass Natural midrange with some warmth  Relaxing vocals  Non-fatiguing treble  Very affordable Cons Non-detachable cable No carrying pouch or bag included  Subpar cable quality A little hard to drive Lacks upper treble extension and air   Average resolution Source(s) Truthear Shio Conexant (CX-Pro) CX31993 Had a rough time powering the Chang Le Reaches 90% on my laptop Reaches 8/10 on my Samsung Galaxy S21 Ear tips TRI Clarion Packaging Comes with a decent amount of accessories IEM, attached with. Cable Quality is slightly subpar even for the price, but it is not braided or twisted. A little rubbery and stiff. No chin slider. 3.5mm connector.  Ear tips. 3 pairs of narrow bore silicone tips (S, M, L) 3 pairs of wide bore silicon tips (S, M, L) Build Quality Lightweight. Aluminium alloy body. ...

LETSHUOER x GIZAUDIO Galileo: Amazing Vocal Set without Breaking the Bank

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  Pros Amazing accessories  Safe, inoffensive tonality Very natural midrange Forward and beautiful vocals Decent lower and mid treble energy Minimal harshness/peaks  Cons Stiff ear hooks Bass is lacking a little depth Lacking extension in the upper treble region Source(s) Truthear Shio Ear tips SpinFit CP145  DUNU S&S   Packaging Comes with a decent amount of accessories IEM. Hard case. Looks and feels like a very high quality premium case, I love it a lot! Small cleaning brush. Wide selection of ear tips. 3 pairs of narrow bore silicone tips (S, M, L) 3 pairs of wide bore silicon tips (S, M, L) Stock cable  Quality is very good, but ear hooks are really stiff. Build Quality Lightweight. Plasticky body. Slightly larger shell. Fit Nozzle is a little on the narrower side. The slightly large form factor of the IEM is kind of getting in the way, but I would still consider this as comfortable after getting used to it. The stiff ear hooks from the cable ...

Truthear Hola: New Best $20 IEM?

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Pros Pleasant and relaxing tonality  Good cable at this price range Plenty of decent bass  Warm and natural midrange  Minimal harshness/peaks  Very affordable Cons Treble lacks a bit of sparkle Lacks a bit of resolution even for this price range Source(s) Conexant (CX-Pro) CX31993 Ear tips SpinFit CP145  Packaging Borrowed unit from a friend, so I am unable to give my impressions on the packaging itself. Build Quality Plasticky but solid build. Lightweight.  Fit The fit is really good, very lightweight and comfortable, almost non-existent on my ear.  Tonality Tuned to Harman target Very pleasant and relaxing tonality. Plenty of bass, warm midrange and smooth treble on the darker side. Bass Plenty amount of bass, slightly on the bassy side. Slightly more emphasis on the sub bass rumble, but it also has a decent amount of mid bass slam. Bass is not super tight but it is acceptable, while depth is quite good. Overall, it is quite punchy and satisfying but...

Moondrop Aria: Still the King of $80 in 2023?

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Pros Solid build quality Excellent tonality Satisfying bass Natural and warm midrange Engaging and lively vocals vocals Minimal harshness/peaks  Cons Slightly shouty after extended period of listening Grainy treble  Subpar cable  Source(s) Truthear Shio Ear tips SpinFit CP145  Packaging Packaging is quite luxurious, with a beautiful box.  However, mine do not come with filter & tweezers as I bought mine from another owner. Comes with a decent amount of accessories IEM. Hard case.  Eartips.  3 pairs of silicone tips (S, M, L) Cable Braided but will tangle fairly easily, not really good in my opinion, but usable. Tweezers (not included in picture) Filters (not included in picture) Build Quality Metal body. Has some weight to it but not overly heavy.  Fit Nozzle is on the shorter and narrower side, fit is not as deep but it is quite comfortable. Tonality Tuned to Harman target Good amount of bass, warm midrange, relaxing treble with some sparkle....

Truthear Hexa: Mini Blessing 2 for $80?!

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Pros Excellent tonality Bass quality  Clean midrange with a hint of warmth Very well extended and airy treble Excellent separation Exceptional resolution Cons Lacking mid bass punch Occasional sibilance and peaks Note weight and density is thin Source(s) Truthear Shio Ear tips FiiO HS19 double flange Packaging Comes with a decent amount of accessories IEM. Soft pouch. Wide selection of eartips. 3 pairs of narrow bore silicone tips (S, M, L) 3 pairs of wide bore silicon tips (S, M, L) 1 pair of memory foam tips Cable is alright, tangles a bit sometimes. Build Quality Lightweight. Matte faceplate, plasticky body Fit Nozzle is a little on the wider side, may not be for everyone. However, it fits really well for me. Tonality Neutral with some sub-bass boost. Leaning towards analytical instead of fun. Some may say it is too boring, but personally I find it engaging enough without being too dull. Bass Good amount of sub bass, really satisfying rumble. Slightly lacking in mid bass slam Sp...