Head Gear Reviews by SherryLion

Review Of The Celest CD-2 Introduction It’s been a while since I last reviewed and tried a Celest Audio product. The last one I remember was the Relentless, which had a great tuning and offered a safe and comfortable sound with a beautiful body and great accessories. I loved them as much as I loved other of their offerings since their debut with the first IEM, Gumiho. The Celest Audio brand is a sub-brand of the renowned company, Kinera. Kinera has two sub-brands: Celest, which I mentioned, and QOA. Celest debuted in 2022 and has gained a...

Review Of The Kiwi Ears Astral Introduction Despite a month having passed since the beginning of the second quarter of 2025, the Kiwi Ears continues to provide new offerings. I’ve already been thoroughly impressed by their recent and promising IEMs, such as the Aether and Airoso, as well as their venture into two new markets: headphones and Bluetooth products. However, they’ve also surprised us with the revelation of three new IEMs, which I believe might be their first expensive yet mid-tier segment products after the Orchestra. Two of these...

Review Of The Ziigaat Lush Introduction It’s been a while since I’ve tried any Ziigaat IEMs, even though I’ve always been following their products and various IEMs they’ve released since their debut of two IEMs, Nuo and Cinco, one and a half years ago. Ziigaat has released quite a few collaborated IEMs with reviewers and their own tuned IEMs. It’s not unknown to this community that they’ve had a significant presence in the market and have been loved by many for their products like the Cincotres, Doscinco, Estrella, Arcadia, and so on. As...

Review Of The Roseselsa Earfree-i5 Introduction Roseselsa, formerly known as Rose Technics, is one of the rapidly growing brands that has garnered a positive reputation for producing exceptional products, particularly in the realm of in-ear monitors (IEMs), DAC/AMPs, bluetooth wireless products and headphones. My initial encounter with this Chinese brand was through their flagship earbuds, the Martini. I was instantly captivated by them, assuming that Roseselsa would specialize in making earbuds. At that time, the impression left was that they...

Review Of The TangZu Wan’er S.G. II Introduction After two and a half years, I’m finally reviewing the successor to the Wan’er S.G. It’s been a long time since I fell in love with the original. Since the release of Tang Zu Wan’er S.G., Tang Zu has been releasing a variety of IEMS, dipping their toes into different realms and experimenting with unique sounds. Since then, I’ve had the pleasure of reviewing Nehza, Fudu Verse, Xuan NV, and Chang Li, and I must say, I’ve fallen in love with all of them as well. However, when it comes to the Wan’er...

Review Of The Thieaudio Origin Introduction Alright, so the anticipation is over. Thieaudio has finally released a basshead IEM, and I’m completely blown away. But have they truly delivered a proper basshead IEM? Well, technically, yes, but from my perspective, it’s more than that. Now, let’s talk about Thieaudio. They’re a premium brand that meticulously tunes their IEMs to perfection. Their Tribid IEMs were a game-changer for me, and I’ve been a fan ever since. They’ve continued to push the boundaries and released the world’s best IEM, the...

Review Of The Kiwi Ears Aventus Introduction Kiwi Ears, as I mentioned in my recent review, has been on a roll in the headphone segment. Their headphones, Division and Ellipse, and Bluetooth headphone Ardor, have received great acclaim for their features, sound quality, and build quality, all at an affordable price. As a loyal fan of Kiwi Ears for the past two years, I was pleasantly surprised by their success in this area. While they haven’t released any groundbreaking products, they’ve delivered reasonable and worthwhile products that justify...

Review Of The Kiwi Ears Aether Introduction Recently, I had the chance to test and review several Kiwi Ears products that were released in early January and last December. These include their headphone lineup and their new IEM, the Airoso. Whether it was the Division or the Airoso, I’ve never been disappointed with any of their offerings, and the same can be said about the ones I’m still testing. Recently, they’ve also released their new take on a Planar IEM after Melody, called the Kiwi Ears Aether. I was fortunate enough to get my hands on it...

Review Of The Kiwi Ears Ellipse Introduction After reviewing the Division, a recent release by Kiwi Ears, I was compelled to explore their other headphones. Kiwi Ears has been expanding and venturing into new segments since last December, and I’ve been following each release since then. Given how well the Division performed compared to other debuts from other companies, I’m confident that people will be pleasantly surprised by what Kiwi Ears has to offer. Their latest release is an open-back headphone called the Ellipse, priced at $60. I was...

Review Of The ND Audio Planet Introduction ND Audio, a relatively new player in the audiophile community, has gained significant recognition for its budget-friendly and affordable in-ear monitors (IEMs). Their recent releases, particularly the Venus and the all-new Planet, have garnered considerable attention. Before delving deeper into my review, I would like to address a few clarifications. Disclaimer *Since this unit tour was organised by the kindly people at ND Audio and Garcia kate, I am grateful to them. As I've said in all of my...

Review Of The TANCHJIM Stargate 2 Introduction So, this will be my first time reviewing a DAC/AMP from Tanchjim. From what I’ve heard, regardless of their product, they’re worth the price for the quality they offer, even for DAC/AMPs. As I’ve mentioned before, Tanchjim is an electro-acoustic brand that also offers IEMs, DAC/AMPs, and accessories like ear tips. They’ve gained a reputation in the audiophile community and among critics for their price-to-performance ratio in IEMs and their top-notch DAC/AMPs. Recently, they released a new DAC/AMP...

Review Of The Tanchjim Zero Ultima Introduction I recently reviewed the Tanchjim Bunny, and Tanchjim has just released another budget-friendly ear monitor. Given their reputation for producing high-quality products, I have high expectations for these as well. As I mentioned earlier, Tanchjim is a Chinese electro-acoustic company that has been manufacturing IEMs and DAC/AMPs for a long time. Since their debut, they have consistently grown their fan base. I have always experienced a premium feel and quality in their products, even their...

Review Of The BGVP NS10Pro Introduction This is my first time reviewing a product from BGVP, a well-known brand in the audio industry. Founded in 2015, BGVP is a sub-brand of Dongguan Nengjiang Technology Limited Company. Since its inception, the brand BGVP has been dedicated to manufacturing a wide range of audio products, particularly in the field of In-Ear Monitors (IEMs). BGVP has garnered a substantial following among audiophiles and has received critical acclaim for its offerings, including the DM7, DM6, and Phantom. Recently, BGVP...

Review Of The Kiwi Ears Airoso Introduction Another year brings a plethora of novel and captivating products from Kiwi Ears. It appears that Kiwi Ears are expanding their expertise beyond In-Ear Monitors (IEMs) and Digital-to-Analog Converters (DACs)/Amplifiers. Despite their well-established reputation and substantial following, this renowned company has ventured into the Bluetooth and Headphones domains. Their entry into the true wireless open-ear TWS market with Kiwi Ears Attiva and their first headphone, the Kiwi Ears Division, which I...

Review Of The Questyle M18i Introduction Questyle has long been a significant force in the audiophile community, particularly with its portable audio solutions, which include the well-regarded M series and last year’s CMA18P. Having followed the company closely since 2021, I have developed a deep appreciation for their offerings, especially the M15. The moment I first heard the M15, I was captivated by its aesthetically refined design and its ability to deliver a powerful yet highly analytical sound, thanks to its ESS Sabre DAC chips and...

Review Of The Apevoix Grit Introduction This year, I started with another bang by reviewing an IEM from a new brand called Apevoix. As a Chinese electro-acoustic company, Apevoix is relatively new, and there’s limited information available online. However, from what I can gather, they debuted in the budget-mid tier with their Grit IEM. Grit has an intriguing composition that I’ll delve into later. Fortunately, I managed to get my hands on it for a review. Before I proceed further, I’d like to clarify a few points. Disclaimer *Since this unit...

Review Of The KBEAR KB02 Introduction While this is my first experience with a KBEAR product, I've previously explored and reviewed TRI products, which I understand to be a subsidiary of KBEAR. Learning that KBEAR is one of the pioneering and trustworthy names in the electro-acoustic industry, they've earned a reputation for providing great value in both cables and in-ear monitors (IEMs). Their cables, in particular, have been highly acclaimed for their quality and user satisfaction. I've kept an eye on their developments, and they've been...

Review Of The TANCHJIM Bunny Introduction TANCHJIM is a company I’ve been a fan of for their single DD madness. Their IEMs, whether premium like the Hana or budget-friendly One, have always impressed me with their innovative dynamic drivers. Recently, they’ve ventured into multi-driver hybrid technology with the Kana, which received praise for its great sound performance and compact form factor. In addition to the Kana, TANCHJIM has released the DSP versions of the Tanya and One, which are still considered budget-winners. I recently got my...

Review Of The Blon BL03 II Introduction It was a pleasant surprise to learn that Blon, after a long wait, had decided to launch the successor to its legendary and cult-leading BL03. This iconic headphone was widely acclaimed as the best affordable set in the audiophile community at the time by many audiophiles. As a Chinese electroacoustic company, Blon has a rich history of releasing a diverse range of products, including IEMs, headphones, and portable DAC/AMPs. Notably, their recent releases include the Z300 and Z200. I was fortunate enough...

Review Of The 7Hz X HBB Elua Introduction So, it appears that 7Hz has given serious consideration to the budget segment of the IEM market. They definitely offer different tastes and preferences to audiophiles. I genuinely believe that these recent releases have not only catered to audiophiles but also to gamers, although I’m not sure about the one I’m reviewing in this post. Elua, a budget-friendly IEM, is the result of a collaboration between the renowned audiophile figure known as Hawaiian Bad Boy and 7Hz itself. I’m fortunate enough to...