Hello everyone, and thank you for joining. Today, I am reviewing the FlipEars Aether. FlipEars is a brand from the Philippines. They have a good presence in the East Asian market and are relatively new to the Western part of the world. However, they have been slowly getting recognition with appearances at the recent Canjams (New York 2024 and Singapore 2024). Musicteck has started selling their entire lineup here. The brand has recently launched some new IEMs too. FlipEars Aether is a very interesting set. It features 4BA drivers. Admittedly, this...

Hello everyone, and thank you for joining. Today, I am reviewing the Penon Dome, a hybrid IEM with 1DD, 2 Sonion BA drivers, and 1 Knowles BA driver. This unit was sent by Penon for review purposes. I would like to extend my sincere gratitude to them for providing me with the sample. The impressions in this review are in no way influenced. I write what I hear. Penon is quite a well-known brand in the audiophile community. They have created their own segment. Most of the releases by Penon have been very well received. They have released IEMs with a...

Quloos, a well-known Chinese brand, is celebrated for its wide array of high-quality audio products. My introduction to the brand came through MUB1, a dac/amp unit. Prior to experiencing this little wonder firsthand, I came across commendations for this compact device and decided to dig deeper into both the product and the brand itself. Among their notable offerings from the brand is the QA390LE, which has also received acclaim for its exceptional quality from various people. Concept Kart, a local online store in India, sent me the MUB1 for an...

NiceHCK, established in 2015, has become a respected name in the budget audiophile market. They offer a diverse array of products, such as iems, earbuds, and upgrade cables. Known for their commitment to quality, NiceHCK delivers top-notch performance at reasonable prices. Their products boast excellent sound performance, durable construction, and attractive pricing. Among their successful releases are the NX7 Pro IEMs, EBX21 Earbuds, and the flagship Top Guy IEMs. The NiceHCK F1 Pro was on my radar as a potential pair of iems to try out. Having...

Founded in 2012, Rose Technics has a good presence in the audiophile industry in China. With a diverse range of products, including in-ear monitors, true wireless earphones, and headphones, Rose Technics has garnered praise from enthusiasts. They are quite confident about tuning of their iems, some of which are done by notable people coming from companies such as Sony, Fostex, etc. I have tried a few other iems from their lineup and was really interested in trying the top-line iems. I got a chance to try out the QT-X iems, an iem from their line-up...

Hello everyone, and thank you for joining me. Today, I'll be reviewing the highly-praised single-DD driver iems, Nightjar Acoustics Singularity. These iems have been widely praised in the community. Nightjar released the first batch of iems in July 2023, and they sold out very soon. There have been more batch releases since then. I had the opportunity to borrow these IEMs from a friend for a few days, and it's worth noting that they had been used extensively before I received them, ensuring they were properly burned in. All these things I am going to...

Hello everyone, and thank you for joining me. Today, I'll be reviewing the highly-discussed Penon Quattro in-ear monitors (IEMs). I had the opportunity to borrow these IEMs from a friend for a few days, and it's worth noting that they had been used extensively before I received them, ensuring they were properly burnt-in. This is the first time I have tried a Penon iem. I was quite excited to check out what a 4DD combination sounds like. There was quite a lot of exceitemnt before it's release. There are very few iems with such configuration, one...

Hello everyone, I appreciate you stopping by. Today, I'll be sharing my thoughts on the S15 in-ear monitors (IEMs). While there are already numerous reviews and discussions surrounding these IEMs that provide a fair understanding of their performance, I will try to provide my personal impressions, highlighting what I found appealing and areas where I see scope for improvement. Letshuoer holds a prominent position in the audiophile community, known for releasing a range of IEMs spanning from budget options to high-end flagships, all well-received by...

Hello everyone, and thank you for dropping by. I'm excited to discuss and share my impressions about the EA1000, an in-ear monitor (IEM) that holds a very special place in my heart and ears. Much has been said and shared about the EA1000 already, and it is the flavor of the month for the community. We already have heaps of praise and positive words pouring in from all directions, and love for these IEMs is widespread. I am only going to affirm the same about these iems in my own words. I've had the pleasure of using these IEMs for the past few...

Tangzu Nezha was released a couple of months ago, in October 2023. The company mentions that this is their first resin-made IEM. Nezha features a customised 7-driver hybrid setup featuring six high-performance balanced armature drivers and an EST driver unit on each side. These IEMs were sent to be reviewed by a friend. I am putting up my honest impressions about Nezha and am in no way influenced by the brand or anyone. :) Specification: Sound pressure: 106dB, 1 kHz Impedance: 16Ω Frequency response range: 10-20kHz Cable: copper with silver-plated...

Where do I begin while reviewing this magical little thing? At the time of my search for a good amp, the options were limited, with Centrance facing some availability issues; the 475 received sparse reviews by then and it seemed too powerful for the IEMs. Aroma A100tb was the one that was easily available, and the price tag was quite good. There were all good things said about it everywhere, and no negative thing was said about it. Amidst all this, I came across the review of A100TB by @Tokpakorlo . The review was so precise and fluid that it...

Intro: The Oriveti OD200 was a real surprise for me. I have loved it thoroughly, and it is my daily driver. It’s one of those beautiful IEMs that you would like to keep forever. After it, I was very intrigued by the 700. I even asked the folks at Oriveti to send me a sample unit that I could review, but they declined, saying they had run out of samples. Nevertheless, I have a couple of friends here in India who have the OH700VB. I borrowed my unit from @Ace Bee. This review is going to be very honest and unbiased. The OH700VB retails for $699 and...

A few weeks ago, I invited @Ace Bee for auditioning few iems I had with me. I was unaware of the existence of OD200 until that time. I also had not stumbled upon any posts about these iems. He brought a pair of OD200s with him, and out of curiosity, I tried them as they looked really cool. What I heard in the first listen was a quite satisfying sound - something unexpected of an iem priced at 200$. The very next day, I bought a pair for myself from my local dealer. These impressions below are unbiased, honest, and reflective of what I think about...

Introduction: We audiophiles are always on the lookout for the next hidden gem, and one such discovery is Night Oblivion Butastur. It's an all-BA driver IEM with 10 drivers on each side. It is available on PenonAudio. Link: https://penonaudio.com/Night-Oblivion-Butastur I got to demo it through a friend. There were a lot of words and praises about it on the Head-Fi thread. When a product surpasses your expectations, it's a moment of delight for any of us in the hobby. I must say this is a brilliant IEM, and I did not expect it to be so good. Well...

Noble Audio Ragnar does not need any introduction. It has been one of the most revered iems in recent times. It’s really great to see Noble Audio pushing their boundaries, with each and every release. I have a Kublai Khan with me, and I am in absolute love with the Kublai. One of my dear friends acquired a Ragnar few months ago, and I happened to demo the unit multiple times in the last month. I will be sharing my views on Ragnar, and I hope they will resonate with those of many other reviews. Specs: 2 x Dynamic Drivers for Lows 2 x Balanced...

Kohinoor: It is one of the largest-cut diamonds and one of the most beautiful diamonds in the world. Aroma Audio Jewel: Aroma Audio Jewel is currently among the best IEMs on the market, and it does not need an introduction. People have gone crazy listening to them, and I too was hit very hard. The moment I put them in my ears, I was so unbelievably absorbed, it really took me by surprise. This IEM is at a totally different level; I'm not sure if anything at all compares to the Jewel. I know it costs a lot, so I was expecting something good but...

Introduction: I had been eagerly waiting for the opportunity to audition the Noble Audio lineup, particularly the Sultan, Kublai Khan, and Ragnar models. Fortunately, a couple of friends within the audiophile community recently acquired the Kublai Khan. They kindly allowed me to borrow one of the units for a few weeks, and this review is based on my experience with the Kublai Khan during that time. Nobel's commitment to providing a fantastic unboxing experience for users is truly admirable. The Kublai Khan, in particular, impresses with its...

Introduction: AFUL, now a prominent Chinese company, has garnered significant acclaim for its production of high-quality in-ear monitors (IEMs), the Performer5. This exceptional IEM has garnered a considerable amount of attention and praise within the passionate audiophile community. Now, with the release of its successor, the Performer8(P8), AFUL has managed to raise the excitement levels even higher. The Performer8 has captivated enthusiasts and experts alike, as it surpasses expectations by delivering exceptional sound quality that truly does...

Introduction: FAudio, a Hong Kong-based brand, has long been trying to mark its presence as a reputable brand in the audio industry (Asian countries), with a few good releases in the past. However, with the release of the Faudio Dark Sky, they have truly surpassed expectations, demonstrating their ability to create a true gem of an in-ear monitor (IEM). While not many enthusiasts were familiar with FAudio's expertise, the Dark Sky came as a delightful surprise, showcasing the brand's mastery in audio engineering and craftsmanship. This IEM...

Introduction: For a very long time, I was in search of something portable—a dac/amp to use with my phone and laptop(at work). I had spent enough time with quite good daps in the past—Lotoo Paw 6K, Cayin N6ii, and A&K SP2KT—but somehow using a dap has never excited me a lot. I find it difficult to handle one more screen along with my phone and laptop. But these good daps have spoilt me in terms of good sound, always raising the bar when I look for something new. When Angel was launched in India, I was extremely excited. The reviews have been really...