The KiwiEars Allegro is a simple and budget friendly Dongle-dac with a cool gamepad design. It is made well out of aluminum and has built in volume controls. I would have liked if the game controls worked some features, but they are just for show. The accessories are bare minimal. The included cable is however made well. The Allegro utilizes the ES9028Q2M DAC chip, and it offers both 3.5mm single-ended and 4.4mm balanced outputs, with High-resolution audio support: to handle PCM up to 32-bit/384kHz and DSD up to DSD256. Sound opinion: The...

The GO Bar Kensei is a portable DAC (digital-to-analog converter) it is designed to offer more power and clarity when compared to the stock output. My thanks for ifi lending a review unit. Design and Build Quality: The GO Bar Kensei is meticulously crafted, akin to a legendary sword forged for a Kensei (Kensei (Japanese: 剣聖, sometimes rendered in English as Kensai, Ken Sai, Kensei, or Kenshei) is a Japanese honorary title given to a warrior of legendary skill in swordsmanship. The literal translation of kensei is "sword saint".) The Kensei is the...

Specifications: Impedance: 25-28 Ω Sensitivity: 108±3dB Frequency: 20-40000Hz In the Box ZS10 Pro 2 IEM Silver-plated copper cable Metal witch tool. 1* pair of foam eartips 38 pairs of silicone eartips The KZ ZS10 Pro 2 is the fourth-generation variant of the long-running ZS10 series. It features a 1DD+4BA hybrid driver configuration and comes with four tuning switches. Here are some key points from various reviews: Design: The shell design of the ZS10 Pro 2 is similar to its predecessor, the OG ZS10 Pro. It retains the aluminum faceplates with...

Tigerism Octave in-ear monitors (IEMs). These IEMs are part of the exciting new brand called Tigerism, which specializes in high-fidelity audio gear. Here are the key features of the Tigerism Octave: The Octave features a 10mm dynamic driver that delivers clarity in every note. Whether you’re listening to music or enjoying other audio content, this driver aims to provide an exciting and detailed sound experience. The Octave has a very smooth mid-range with good separation and clarity. This means vocals and instruments in this frequency range should...

The Rose Technics QuietSea is a IEM that has a excellent build quality, its accessories are good, but more tips would have been appreciated. The box was simple and contained the basic information. Inside one finds the QuietSea , a nice cloth square case, a set of tips in various sizes and the thick twisted braid on the cloth cable that looks amazing. The unit is made of magnesium with some resin. Sound Characteristics: The QuietSea offers a relaxing and warm sound with a balanced tuning. Its treble is smooth and laid-back, contributing to a...

The Letshuoer Cadenza 4 is an intriguing set of hybrid in-ear monitors (IEMs). Let’s dive into its specifications and features: Price: The Cadenza 4 is priced at $229. Design and Unboxing Experience: The unboxing experience is classy, reminiscent of the more expensive S15 model. The earphones come in a multi-level box with a magnetic clasp. Inside, you’ll find a plastic travel case, a high-quality cable (made of high-purity silver-plated monocrystalline copper), and various eartips. The earphones themselves are made of 3D printed resin with a...

The QKZ-HBB Hades comes in a very cool graffiti style box, inside is the Hades, a little white plastic case, a cable, a set of tips and a commemorative medallion. The build is good a soft resin with a wavy resin faceplate that changes from blue to tan depending on the light, it's a nice-looking set for sure. I found them very comfortable. Good isolation and good looks round of the qualities of the shell design. The tips and cable are adequate and nothing too special about them. Sound impressions: The QKZ Hades is a bass centered IEM warm thick...

𝐒𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐬 Model:KZ Symphony Impedance:18Ω Sensitivity:95dB Frequency:20-40000Hz Plug type:3,5mm Pin type:0.75mm Cable type:Silver-plated cable Cable length:120±5cm The new KZ Symphony is an in-ear monitor consisting of a 13.2mm Planar Driver + 6mm Dynamic. It is on the larger size and may not fit all ears well, that said it was not a problem for me. I found it reasonably comfortable, and isolation was decent. Build quality is good as expected of the Black box flagships from KZ. I do wish they included one of their better cables instead of the classic...

https://www.kztws.com/products/cca-trio-legendary-3dd-iem Specs: Impedance: 15-20 ohms sensitivity: 101-103dB 20-40kHz 3.5mm 0.75mm QDC two pin Silver plated cable 120cm Equipment used to test: ifi Diablo-2 , ifi Gryphon, TempoTec V6, Questyle M15, Hidizs S9 pro +, Fosi DS1, Simgot DEW4X, ETC. Packaging: The CCA Trio came in pretty Lunar New Years wrapping paper. Inside was the simple box that we are used to from KZ products. Documentation was excellent. Inside is the unit, their standard silver-plated cable, foam tips and Starline...

Technical Details DAC Chip: Dual CS43198 Decoding specifications: - PCM: 384 kHz/32 bit - DSD: Dop 128/Native 256 Body material: Aluminum alloy sandblasting oxidation black Interchangeable Line Design: YES Cable material: High quality OFC wrapped shielding layer Connector: Type-c Output plug: 3.5mm, 4.4mm The Simgot DEW4X is a successor to the DEW line of dongles not very well known by Simgot. The package is silver and shiny with good documentation on it. Inside is a manual, cable and A- to- C adapter. controls are simple two buttons on the side...

Lets talk about the "improved" zero. The new Zero two comes in a simple box, inside is a new designed cable, its much thinner than the original the connector says salnotes while the little round logo on the splitter says 7hz, the two-pin connector has a weird bend to it but it doesn't hinder performance or comfort. It's the same look wise as the OG, the shape is an angled shape resembling a marshmallow peep to me. plastic is thick with a large seam being shown, look wise it's not impressive at all and ugly in my opinion. Still it seems to be made...

SPECIFICATION: MODEL: ZIIGAAT CINNO IMPEDANCE: 32Ω SENSITIVITY: 107dB FREQUENCY RESPONSE: 20Hz – 20KHz CABLE LENGTH: 1.2M PIN TYPE: 0.78mm 2-PIN CONNECTOR PLUG TYPE: 3.5mm DRIVER UNIT(S): (1) DYNAMIC DRIVER + (4) BALANCED ARMATURE DRIVERS Build: The ZIIGAAT CINNO come in an efficient and small box with eye catching colors. inside is the Cinno a cable and tips. The Cinnio like some others is a nice smooth medical grade resin very comfortable in the ears and with the right size tips they have good isolation too. Sound: The Cinno presents with a...

Build: The D13 comes in a sturdy box, good graphics and no-nonsense details on the back. inside one finds the D13 with its all-metal build and cool rounded looks, underneath that is a typical Letshuoer case with the tips, a very nice cable and nozzles a set of two kinds they look similar to the Letshuoer singer nozzles, so they are probably interchangeable. Build is very good and while the round shape is unique it is pretty small so it might fit most ears well. in comparison with the ARTTI T10 that has an identical shape the D13 is much smaller...

Packaging and Build: The ifi comes in a premium box with plenty of accessories as shown above. The build quality is exceptional, soldi metal build, metal knob has a good feel to it and is accurate, switches and buttons are well made no rattling of any kind with usage. At the time I received my diablo2 the power rating was incorrect and has been updated so I will not mention the specs as they are online. The D2 has a good weight to it but for its size I would say it's not too cumbersome for portable use, I actually have a few shirts where it fits...

Product Information Product model KZ ZSN PRO 2 Impedance 26Ω Sensitivity 108dB Frequency 20-40000Hz Plug type 3.5mm Pin type 0.75mm Cable type Silver-plated cable Cable length 120±5cm The box of the KZ ZSN PRO-2 is as expected simple and efficient, inside the IEM, a cable and small, medium and large tips this time they are a translucent white starline tips. The Build of the ZSN Pro-2 is actually better than the original with a robust faceplate that reminds me of the classic ZS10 pro. It comes in three color options, Blue with silver, silver and...

Specs: Drive unit: Composite Electrostatic Dynamic Driver Frequency response range: frequency response 20Hz-20kHz Impedance: 16Ω Sensitivity: 105dB/mW Earphone pin: 2-pin interface Length:1.2 meters Plug: 2.5 mm (3.5 mm adapter included) Lets stare with the packaging simple and effective and typical of LetShuoer. inside is the Tape pro a IEM designed to look like a cassette tape. Unfortunately, while it looks cool it translates into a possible uncomfortable shape with hot spots on the inside of the ear. The case is good but a little small, this is...

Let's talk about the new Moondrop Starfield 2, it builds upon the already successful and good core sound of the original. The Box is adorned with the beautiful artwork we have come to expect from MoonDrop with good documentation as well. Inside a simple layout showcasing the logo and the IEM and case. The shell very similar to the new Aria 2 and May, gone is the Kato shaped shell in favor of the flat backed shell with little brass vent that looks like a surprised emoji. On the subject of build the case and cable are much more elegant and more...

The EA500LM comes with basic but good accessories, inside the package is the units themselves with their shinny chrome and robust built shell, a case big enough for everything, standard Simgot tips and a lovely cable. The units are built like a tank and while they do have some heft, they aren't overly uncomfortable or heavy. The provided hours of usage with no ear hot spots or pain. The isolation will depend on the individual but for me it was excellent. The Sound: Bass: The LM presents with spacious sounding lower end with good weight to the bass...

Starting with the unboxing and packaging in general. The Meze 99 Classic is very well done with a nice simple but stylish box to the very efficient packing of everything inside the hard PU-leather case. You get everything you will need to start listening right away. Opening the very stylish case is the 99 classics with their beautiful walnut wood grained cups and plush pads and metal accents. The included cables are a 1.2m thread Kevlar OFC cable with microphone and remote for on the go, a detachable 3m thread Kevlar OFC cord, 3.5 mm to 6.3mm...

Lets talk about the Lestshuoer S15 successor, replacement or evolution of the very well accepted S12, s12 Pro, Z12 line of IEM. It come in a medium sized box with a large array of very nice accessories. Let's start with the 3D printed case it is similar to the DZ4 made from hard plastic with a soft feel to it, it should provide adequate protection and storage of the S15. Personally, I would have liked a case they use more often but I can't fault it as it fits everything well. The unboxing presentation was very enjoyable and unique. The cable is very...