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DISCLAIMER: The BGVP Acoustics team sent us the BGVP FEATHER directly, free of charge, for review. We at Aural Cafe are super excited about this collaboration and would like to take this opportunity to humbly thank the BGVP Acoustics team for their kind support to Aural Cafe.
Introduction: -
Today at Aural Cafe, we are excited to dive into a detailed review of the BGVP FEATHER, a hybrid in-ear monitor from the house of China-based hi-fi brand BGVP Acoustics featuring a single ‘dual cavity dual layer nanocomposite diaphragm' based Dynamic Driver along with four Balanced Armature drivers.
BGVP Acoustics is a well-respected Dongguan City, China-based hi-fi audio brand that was established in 2015 under the parenthood of Dongguan Nengjiang Technology Limited. Over the past decade, BGVP has earned a reputation for crafting high-fidelity in-ear monitors and earbuds that cater to both audiophiles and casual listeners alike. As a hi-fi brand, BGVP Acoustics identifies itself as a company dedicated to crafting exceptional, highly versatile products for discerning audiophiles through precise engineering and rigorous testing. With a commitment to innovation, BGVP strives to offer maximum value, placing customer satisfaction at the forefront and delivering some of the most cost-effective models across all price ranges. With a diverse product lineup that spans across different price segments, BGVP is known and respected in the audiophile circuit for coming up with IEM models like the DMG, DM6, NE5, NS10 Pro, DM9 and many more, each known for their exceptional sound quality and innovative engineering.
We at Aural Cafe started our audiophile journey way back in 2017 with the purchase of KZ ZS6. But we at Aural Cafe feel that our audiophile journey started in a true sense with the purchase of BGVP DMG and BGVP DM6 in 2018. Way back in 2018, BGVP DMG was a big craze as it was the first few IEMs featuring a hybrid setup. BGVP DM6, which also came in 2018, sold out during its initial launch. The BGVP DM6 marked a significant milestone for the brand, establishing BGVP as a true game-changer hi-fi brand. Priced around $200, this IEM set itself apart by incorporating a 5 balanced armature driver configuration, featuring premium components like the trusted Knowles 22955 single BA and the 30017 dual BA, while the remaining two BA drivers were custom-tuned by BGVP for a unique sound signature. Additionally, the DM6's high-quality acrylic pseudo-CIEM fit, shell, along with options to choose from a range of faceplate and shell designs, made it an overnight sensation, as such features were previously seen only in IEMs costing more than 1000 USD. It is this deadly mix of affordable pricing, high-quality internals and professional tuning due to which we at Aural Cafe still have very high regard and respect for BGVP DM6.
In the last ten years, BGVP Acoustics has been successful in metamorphosing from a single product company to being a comprehensive hi-fi audio brand offering a wide array of IEMs, wireless earbuds, and audio accessories that deliver cutting-edge technology without breaking the bank. We believe it is BGVP’s strong in-house research and development capabilities that have enabled the brand to consistently impress audiophiles, securing its place as a formidable competitor in the crowded hi-fi audio market.
BGVP FEATHER is the maiden offering from the house of BGVP Acoustics after their complete brand revamp in November 2024. Despite its $109 price tag, the BGVP Feather boasts an impressive hybrid configuration, combining a unique single 10 mm "dual cavity, dual layer nanocomposite diaphragm" dynamic driver with four balanced armature drivers to achieve a high-fidelity sound quality. We at Aural Cafe were particularly excited to experience this double-sided carbon nano diaphragm dynamic driver, which is crafted from a carbon-based material known for its high distortion resistance, exceptional stiffness, and impressive hi-fi acoustic properties. The story of BGVP Feather internals doesn’t end here, as the BGVP Acoustic team has further optimised and tuned the unique dynamic driver in the BGVP Feather using an N52 high-performance NdFeB Magnet and Big Black CCAW (Copper Clad Aluminium Wire) voice coil housed within a dual acoustic chamber for enhanced sound performance. When it comes to the BA driver, the BGVP Acoustic team has incorporated one very capable Knowles RAF series balanced armature and one bespoke BGVP custom-tuned BA for Mids, while the highs in BGVP Feather are taken care of by two Phoenix high-frequency BA drivers.
Just like its high-quality internals, the BGVP Feather boasts an equally impressive shell design as the BGVP Acoustic team has carved out the lightweight BGVP resin shell utilising a full cavity DLP 3D printing process. This fourth-generation high-precision 3D printing technology, which is generally implemented in expensive IEMs, significantly enhances printing accuracy and efficiency. It allows for precisely engineered structural lines and surfaces, achieving intricate internal designs that are simply not possible with conventional 3D manufacturing methods. Overall, we at Aural Cafe are quite excited, as it seems that the BGVP Acoustics team has put their heart and soul into the BGVP Feather, their first major release following a complete brand revamp in late 2024.
Specifications: -
As you can see from our unboxing video () the BGVP FEATHER arrived in a medium-sized blizzard blue colour cardboard box enveloped with a white paper sleeve. In line with BGVP Acoustics' simplistic and functional design language, the front side of the sleeve features an image of a feather along with “BGVP FEATHER” being printed both in English and Chinese right at the centre of the sleeve. Just below “BGVP FEATHER”, the iem configuration is written in English and Chinese dialects, while the back side of the sleeve is dominated by the technical specifications of the BGVP FEATHER. Upon sliding off the sleeve, we are greeted by a pleasing blizzard blue cardboard box. The box showcases the new BGVP brand logo, along with the tagline "The Best Experience", elegantly placed in the lower right corner, shining elegantly and thereby adding a subtle yet refined touch to the overall unboxing experience. On opening the box, we are welcomed by the usual instruction manuals and QC Stickers, but we should mention that the instruction manual of BGVP felt very premium and contains the address and links of the BGVP Acoustic official website and social media pages.
On keeping aside the instruction manual, we are greeted by one white PU Leather carry case and two small paper boxes placed neatly with the help of the paper cutout. On opening the white carry case, we are finally greeted by the beautiful “BGVP FEATHER” IEMs being placed neatly inside the white carry case with the help of the sponge cutout. On opening the “Cable” paper box, we are welcomed by the stock modular cable of the BGVP FEATHER, while the other “ACCESSORIES” box is filled with the stock ear tips of the BGVP FEATHER. All in all, we at Aural Cafe were pleasantly surprised by the premium, minimalist yet functional unboxing experience of the “BGVP FEATHER”.
In terms of design and build quality, the BGVP FEATHER features a lightweight resin shell, meticulously crafted using 12K high-definition DLP 3D printing technology. The BGVP FEATHER features a beautifully crafted faceplate design that incorporates feather-inspired elements, symbolising vitality, purity, and freedom. The subtle bluish tones of the faceplate add a touch of elegance, perfectly complementing the overall premium aesthetic of the BGVP FEATHER. The BGVP FEATHER features an acoustic vent hole positioned on either side of the two-pin connectors and is slightly larger than typical vent holes. The big vent hole seems to be specially designed by the BGVP Acoustics team to aid the performance of the 10 mm dual cavity dual-layer nanocomposite diaphragm-based dynamic driver and to optimise the overall airflow.
The BGVP FEATHER comes with a high-purity, four-strand single-crystal copper silver-plated modular cable. The two-in-one modular plug of the stock SPC cable supports both 3.5 mm single-ended and 4.4 mm balanced connectors, offering decent versatility to the ever-demanding audiophiles. Both the 3.5 mm and 4.4 mm connectors are gold-plated, providing excellent durability and a premium feel. When it comes to the ergonomics of the cable, we are happy to inform our readers and fellow audiophiles that the cable has just the right flexibility and weight, which would really help while listening to music on the go. We would also like to add here that we didn’t come across any kind of phonics during our testing and review of the BGVP FEATHER IEM. All in all, we at Aural Cafe are fully satisfied with the stock modular cable of the BGVP FEATHER, considering the price.
When it comes to accessories, the BGVP FEATHER comes with three pairs of silicone narrow-bore ear tips and three pairs of silicone wide-bore ear tips in standard S, M, and L sizes placed neatly on the high-quality ear tip holder. As per the BGVP Acoustics team, the wide bore is meant for bass, while the narrow bore silicone ear tips are meant for vocals. Additionally, the BGVP team also included a pair of medium-sized, wide-bore foam ear tips, demonstrating BGVP's commitment to accommodating a wide range of audiophile preferences.
In terms of fit, we were quite impressed with the BGVP FEATHER's lightweight, ergonomic, and well-optimised resin shells, which provided a secure and comfortable fit during our testing. The BGVP team has carefully designed the earphone cavity using a large database of human ear models, resulting in a custom-fitted shape that naturally contours to the ear, allowing for extended wear without discomfort. In terms of sound isolation, the ergonomic shell of BGVP FEATHER offers a high level of passive isolation, effectively minimising external noise for a more immersive listening experience while listening to music on the go.
Overall, it’s clear that the BGVP Acoustics team has put a lot of thought into the packaging, design, and build quality of the BGVP FEATHER. At Aural Cafe, we've rarely come across a $109 IEM that includes a high-quality carrying case and a modular cable. The generous selection of silicone ear tips, combined with the premium, clean unboxing experience, truly elevates the value of the BGVP FEATHER to a whole new level.
Sound Analysis: -
The sound impressions for the BGVP FEATHER were formed after pairing it with the stock cable and narrow-bore silicone ear tips, using warm and musical DAP and desktop rigs. We opted for the stock narrow-bore silicone ear tips, as we felt they brought out the best overall performance from FEATHER. These impressions were noted after the recommended 50-hour burn-in period, as advised by the BGVP Acoustics team. For a more detailed analysis of the impact of stock wide-bore ear tips, aftermarket ear tips, cables, and sources on sound quality, please refer to the Synergy section.
Conclusion: -
The BGVP FEATHER stands out as a remarkable hybrid IEM, offering impressive performance for its price. With a balanced sound signature, premium driver configuration, and thoughtfully designed acoustic chamber, it provides an engaging and immersive listening experience across a wide range of music genres. It’s precisely tuned, dynamic and balanced armature drivers deliver deep, textured bass, clear mids, and refined highs, making it an excellent choice for beginner audiophiles seeking high-fidelity sound without breaking their budget. At Aural Cafe, we were particularly impressed by the premium unboxing experience, modular cable, and ergonomic, lightweight shells, all of which add significant value considering its $109 price tag. That said, we would have appreciated a touch more warmth in the mids and a slightly more soulful timbre. Nevertheless, the BGVP FEATHER remains a compelling option, thanks to its innovative engineering, solid build quality, and outstanding value in the world of budget-friendly IEMs.
Non-Affiliated Links:-
DISCLAIMER: The BGVP Acoustics team sent us the BGVP FEATHER directly, free of charge, for review. We at Aural Cafe are super excited about this collaboration and would like to take this opportunity to humbly thank the BGVP Acoustics team for their kind support to Aural Cafe.
Introduction: -
Today at Aural Cafe, we are excited to dive into a detailed review of the BGVP FEATHER, a hybrid in-ear monitor from the house of China-based hi-fi brand BGVP Acoustics featuring a single ‘dual cavity dual layer nanocomposite diaphragm' based Dynamic Driver along with four Balanced Armature drivers.
BGVP Acoustics is a well-respected Dongguan City, China-based hi-fi audio brand that was established in 2015 under the parenthood of Dongguan Nengjiang Technology Limited. Over the past decade, BGVP has earned a reputation for crafting high-fidelity in-ear monitors and earbuds that cater to both audiophiles and casual listeners alike. As a hi-fi brand, BGVP Acoustics identifies itself as a company dedicated to crafting exceptional, highly versatile products for discerning audiophiles through precise engineering and rigorous testing. With a commitment to innovation, BGVP strives to offer maximum value, placing customer satisfaction at the forefront and delivering some of the most cost-effective models across all price ranges. With a diverse product lineup that spans across different price segments, BGVP is known and respected in the audiophile circuit for coming up with IEM models like the DMG, DM6, NE5, NS10 Pro, DM9 and many more, each known for their exceptional sound quality and innovative engineering.
We at Aural Cafe started our audiophile journey way back in 2017 with the purchase of KZ ZS6. But we at Aural Cafe feel that our audiophile journey started in a true sense with the purchase of BGVP DMG and BGVP DM6 in 2018. Way back in 2018, BGVP DMG was a big craze as it was the first few IEMs featuring a hybrid setup. BGVP DM6, which also came in 2018, sold out during its initial launch. The BGVP DM6 marked a significant milestone for the brand, establishing BGVP as a true game-changer hi-fi brand. Priced around $200, this IEM set itself apart by incorporating a 5 balanced armature driver configuration, featuring premium components like the trusted Knowles 22955 single BA and the 30017 dual BA, while the remaining two BA drivers were custom-tuned by BGVP for a unique sound signature. Additionally, the DM6's high-quality acrylic pseudo-CIEM fit, shell, along with options to choose from a range of faceplate and shell designs, made it an overnight sensation, as such features were previously seen only in IEMs costing more than 1000 USD. It is this deadly mix of affordable pricing, high-quality internals and professional tuning due to which we at Aural Cafe still have very high regard and respect for BGVP DM6.
In the last ten years, BGVP Acoustics has been successful in metamorphosing from a single product company to being a comprehensive hi-fi audio brand offering a wide array of IEMs, wireless earbuds, and audio accessories that deliver cutting-edge technology without breaking the bank. We believe it is BGVP’s strong in-house research and development capabilities that have enabled the brand to consistently impress audiophiles, securing its place as a formidable competitor in the crowded hi-fi audio market.
BGVP FEATHER is the maiden offering from the house of BGVP Acoustics after their complete brand revamp in November 2024. Despite its $109 price tag, the BGVP Feather boasts an impressive hybrid configuration, combining a unique single 10 mm "dual cavity, dual layer nanocomposite diaphragm" dynamic driver with four balanced armature drivers to achieve a high-fidelity sound quality. We at Aural Cafe were particularly excited to experience this double-sided carbon nano diaphragm dynamic driver, which is crafted from a carbon-based material known for its high distortion resistance, exceptional stiffness, and impressive hi-fi acoustic properties. The story of BGVP Feather internals doesn’t end here, as the BGVP Acoustic team has further optimised and tuned the unique dynamic driver in the BGVP Feather using an N52 high-performance NdFeB Magnet and Big Black CCAW (Copper Clad Aluminium Wire) voice coil housed within a dual acoustic chamber for enhanced sound performance. When it comes to the BA driver, the BGVP Acoustic team has incorporated one very capable Knowles RAF series balanced armature and one bespoke BGVP custom-tuned BA for Mids, while the highs in BGVP Feather are taken care of by two Phoenix high-frequency BA drivers.
Just like its high-quality internals, the BGVP Feather boasts an equally impressive shell design as the BGVP Acoustic team has carved out the lightweight BGVP resin shell utilising a full cavity DLP 3D printing process. This fourth-generation high-precision 3D printing technology, which is generally implemented in expensive IEMs, significantly enhances printing accuracy and efficiency. It allows for precisely engineered structural lines and surfaces, achieving intricate internal designs that are simply not possible with conventional 3D manufacturing methods. Overall, we at Aural Cafe are quite excited, as it seems that the BGVP Acoustics team has put their heart and soul into the BGVP Feather, their first major release following a complete brand revamp in late 2024.
Specifications: -
- Driver Configuration: 10mm Dual chamber Dynamic Driver + Four Balanced Armature Drivers
- Impedance: 18Ω ± 5%
- Freq Response: 20Hz-40Khz
- Connector Type: 0.78mm 2-Pin
- Sensitivity: 107 dB/mW @1kHz
- Cable: 4 Strands of Single-Crystal Copper Silver Plated Modular Cable
As you can see from our unboxing video () the BGVP FEATHER arrived in a medium-sized blizzard blue colour cardboard box enveloped with a white paper sleeve. In line with BGVP Acoustics' simplistic and functional design language, the front side of the sleeve features an image of a feather along with “BGVP FEATHER” being printed both in English and Chinese right at the centre of the sleeve. Just below “BGVP FEATHER”, the iem configuration is written in English and Chinese dialects, while the back side of the sleeve is dominated by the technical specifications of the BGVP FEATHER. Upon sliding off the sleeve, we are greeted by a pleasing blizzard blue cardboard box. The box showcases the new BGVP brand logo, along with the tagline "The Best Experience", elegantly placed in the lower right corner, shining elegantly and thereby adding a subtle yet refined touch to the overall unboxing experience. On opening the box, we are welcomed by the usual instruction manuals and QC Stickers, but we should mention that the instruction manual of BGVP felt very premium and contains the address and links of the BGVP Acoustic official website and social media pages.
On keeping aside the instruction manual, we are greeted by one white PU Leather carry case and two small paper boxes placed neatly with the help of the paper cutout. On opening the white carry case, we are finally greeted by the beautiful “BGVP FEATHER” IEMs being placed neatly inside the white carry case with the help of the sponge cutout. On opening the “Cable” paper box, we are welcomed by the stock modular cable of the BGVP FEATHER, while the other “ACCESSORIES” box is filled with the stock ear tips of the BGVP FEATHER. All in all, we at Aural Cafe were pleasantly surprised by the premium, minimalist yet functional unboxing experience of the “BGVP FEATHER”.
In terms of design and build quality, the BGVP FEATHER features a lightweight resin shell, meticulously crafted using 12K high-definition DLP 3D printing technology. The BGVP FEATHER features a beautifully crafted faceplate design that incorporates feather-inspired elements, symbolising vitality, purity, and freedom. The subtle bluish tones of the faceplate add a touch of elegance, perfectly complementing the overall premium aesthetic of the BGVP FEATHER. The BGVP FEATHER features an acoustic vent hole positioned on either side of the two-pin connectors and is slightly larger than typical vent holes. The big vent hole seems to be specially designed by the BGVP Acoustics team to aid the performance of the 10 mm dual cavity dual-layer nanocomposite diaphragm-based dynamic driver and to optimise the overall airflow.
The BGVP FEATHER comes with a high-purity, four-strand single-crystal copper silver-plated modular cable. The two-in-one modular plug of the stock SPC cable supports both 3.5 mm single-ended and 4.4 mm balanced connectors, offering decent versatility to the ever-demanding audiophiles. Both the 3.5 mm and 4.4 mm connectors are gold-plated, providing excellent durability and a premium feel. When it comes to the ergonomics of the cable, we are happy to inform our readers and fellow audiophiles that the cable has just the right flexibility and weight, which would really help while listening to music on the go. We would also like to add here that we didn’t come across any kind of phonics during our testing and review of the BGVP FEATHER IEM. All in all, we at Aural Cafe are fully satisfied with the stock modular cable of the BGVP FEATHER, considering the price.
When it comes to accessories, the BGVP FEATHER comes with three pairs of silicone narrow-bore ear tips and three pairs of silicone wide-bore ear tips in standard S, M, and L sizes placed neatly on the high-quality ear tip holder. As per the BGVP Acoustics team, the wide bore is meant for bass, while the narrow bore silicone ear tips are meant for vocals. Additionally, the BGVP team also included a pair of medium-sized, wide-bore foam ear tips, demonstrating BGVP's commitment to accommodating a wide range of audiophile preferences.
In terms of fit, we were quite impressed with the BGVP FEATHER's lightweight, ergonomic, and well-optimised resin shells, which provided a secure and comfortable fit during our testing. The BGVP team has carefully designed the earphone cavity using a large database of human ear models, resulting in a custom-fitted shape that naturally contours to the ear, allowing for extended wear without discomfort. In terms of sound isolation, the ergonomic shell of BGVP FEATHER offers a high level of passive isolation, effectively minimising external noise for a more immersive listening experience while listening to music on the go.
Overall, it’s clear that the BGVP Acoustics team has put a lot of thought into the packaging, design, and build quality of the BGVP FEATHER. At Aural Cafe, we've rarely come across a $109 IEM that includes a high-quality carrying case and a modular cable. The generous selection of silicone ear tips, combined with the premium, clean unboxing experience, truly elevates the value of the BGVP FEATHER to a whole new level.
Sound Analysis: -
The sound impressions for the BGVP FEATHER were formed after pairing it with the stock cable and narrow-bore silicone ear tips, using warm and musical DAP and desktop rigs. We opted for the stock narrow-bore silicone ear tips, as we felt they brought out the best overall performance from FEATHER. These impressions were noted after the recommended 50-hour burn-in period, as advised by the BGVP Acoustics team. For a more detailed analysis of the impact of stock wide-bore ear tips, aftermarket ear tips, cables, and sources on sound quality, please refer to the Synergy section.
- Tonality: - After testing the BGVP FEATHER with a variety of hi-fi DAPs, dongles, and desktop rigs across different music genres, we at Aural Cafe would like to share that the tonality of the BGVP FEATHER leans towards a balanced sound signature, striking a pleasing middle ground that is neither overly warm and musical nor too bright and neutral. The 10mm dual cavity dual layer nanocomposite diaphragm dynamic driver does its job well and ends up boosting low end which in turn ends up adding a subtle warmth and musicality to the overall neutral sound tonality of the IEM resulting in a unique immersive sound signature which is versatile enough to complement a wide genre of soundtracks. The mids are tuned in a precise and reference manner, with the male vocals showing better tonal weight and stability in comparison to the female vocals, all thanks to the Knowles RAF series balanced armature taking care of the lower mids. When it comes to Highs, the Highs stay smooth and airy without any kind of harshness. The timbre of musical instruments, such as snare drum, acoustic and electric guitars, comes out in a very real and lively manner, while the timbre of the musical instruments in the upper mid region, such as saxophone and trumpet, is just average at best. In terms of detail retrieval, the BGVP FEATHER effortlessly captures micro-details, providing an engaging listening experience. As BGVP FEATHER showcases an immersive balanced sound signature it can go with any genre of soundtrack but when it comes to us, we at Aural Cafe totally enjoyed the precisely boosted low end while listening to EDM and Electronic music-based soundtracks such as ‘Something Just like this’ by Coldplay and Chainsmokers with BGVP FEATHER at helm.
- Lows: - The low end of BGVP FEATHER is precisely boosted with the help of a single 10 mm "Dual Cavity, Dual Layer Nanocomposite Diaphragm" Dynamic Driver known for its ultra-low distortion and clarity. The carefully boosted low-end of BGVP FEATHER ends up adding hints of warmth and musicality across the sound frequency. We at Aural Cafe are especially impressed by the fact that the lows are boosted in a very precise manner, as it doesn’t end up bleeding and muddying the Mids region. When it comes to Subbass, the BGVP FEATHER showcases a high-quality subbass in terms of both quantity and quality. The precisely boosted sub-bass showcases solid rumble and resonance, with a double-layer acoustic chamber design that ends up adding immersive depth and engaging dynamics to the overall sub-bass region, which we thoroughly enjoyed while listening to “Under the Influence” by Chris Brown and “Dancing in the Flames” by Weekend. When it comes to mid-bass, the BGVP FEATHER exudes a clean and tight mid-bass response with solid punch and note weight. The dual acoustic chamber ends up adding speed and dynamics to mid-bass, which makes the overall sound presentation of the BGVP a bit more fun and engaging, which we thoroughly enjoyed while listening to “Starboy” by Weeknd. We would also like to add here that the lows of the BGVP FEATHER scales beautifully with solid hi-fi sources, as the dual acoustic chamber setup seems to love powerful hi-fi sources with dynamics, and the transient response reaches another level with powerful hi-fi sources at the helm.
- Mids: - The Mids of BGVP FEATHER is tuned using a combination of two balanced armature drivers, with one very capable Knowles RAF series balanced armature driver taking care of low mids while the other bespoke BGVP balanced armature driver taking care of upper mids. The mid region of the BGVP FEATHER showcases top-notch clarity with a hint of warmth and musicality. When it comes to the positioning of the vocals, the vocals stay truly balanced without being recessed or overly forward. The BGVP FEATHER exudes very textured and clean vocals, all thanks to a hint of soul and musicality added to vocals by the boosted low end of the BGVP FEATHER. When it comes to male and female vocals, the BGVP FEATHER tends to favour male vocals, offering better body and note weight, which we particularly enjoyed while listening to "Uptown Funk" by Bruno Mars. The lows and mids of BGVP FEATHER are its strongest point after its powerful low-end. The low mids of the BGVP FEATHER exude the right body while showcasing top-notch stability, all thanks to the well-implemented Knowles RAF series balanced armature driver, while the upper mids of BGVP FEATHER are just average at best. All in all, we at Aural Cafe thoroughly enjoyed the stable low mids and authoritative male vocals while listening to “Billie Jean” by Michael Jackson, but we did crave for much stable and smoother upper mids.
- Highs: - The highs of the BGVP FEATHER are tuned using a pair of Phoenix high-frequency balanced armature drivers, resulting in a smooth, refined, and airy treble response without any trace of harshness. This precise implementation of BA drivers delivers clean, extended, and natural highs, offering impressive treble extension, resolution, and technical performance. The highs are crisp and airy without being sibilant, providing a well-balanced lower and upper treble presentation which we thoroughly enjoyed while listening to “Sidewalks” by Weeknd feat Kendrick Lamar. We at Aural Cafe also enjoyed cymbal crashes and the guitar notes, which take place in the last part of the soundtrack “Hotel California” by the Eagles.
- Soundstage & Imaging: - The BGVP FEATHER delivers an open and immersive soundstage, creating a captivating listening environment with impressive width and depth. The sound stage is quite similar in terms of both width and depth. Since the BGVP FEATHER features a dual acoustic chamber setup, the sound stage of FEATHER reaches to another level when BGVP FEATHER is driven by solid hi-fi portable and desktop sources. The overall sound presentation became a lot more elastic, fun and dynamic when BGVP FEATHER is driven by quality DAP and desktop sources. The layering capability of FEATHER is decent, considering the price. We would also like to mention here that the overall soundstage and dynamics of FEATHER improved a lot after a fifty-hour burn-in period, which we thoroughly enjoyed while listening to “On an Island” by David Gilmour. The separation between instruments is nothing exceptional, and decent, taking price into consideration. When it comes to imaging, the imaging capability of FEATHER is surprisingly above average, while taking the price into consideration. The overall technical prowess of BGVP FEATHER is above average, which we totally relished while listening to “Indian Summer” by Anoushka Shankar and “Mausam & Escape” composed by AR Rahman for Slumdog Millionaire.
- Synergy: - Given that the BGVP FEATHER features a dynamic driver alongside balanced armature drivers, we at Aural Cafe recommend at least 50 hours of burn-in to unlock its full potential. After this period, the tonality becomes a bit more musical and soulful, with significant improvements in dynamics and soundstage. In terms of driveability, we're pleased to report that the BGVP FEATHER is sensitive enough to be driven with basic dongles. However, due to its dual acoustic chamber setup, which loves clean power, BGVP FEATHER truly shines and scales impressively when paired with hi-fi DAPs and Desktop Rigs, delivering a phenomenal listening experience. At Aural Cafe, we firmly believe in the importance of source matching, so we paired the BGVP FEATHER with a variety of hi-fi dongles, DAPs, and desktop rigs. Our testing revealed that the balanced tonality of the BGVP FEATHER pairs particularly well with warm, musical sources. For instance, it demonstrated exceptional synergy with the Dethonray DTR1+ DAP and the Aune S17 Pro desktop amplifier. Regarding cables, we should note that the stock cable included with the FEATHER, while decent, only provides an average sound quality at best. While it might seem unconventional to test a $109 IEM with high-end aftermarket cables, we wanted to push the BGVP FEATHER to its full potential. After extensive experimentation, we found that the FEATHER truly shines when paired with copper cables, delivering a richer, more textured sound. In our case, it performed exceptionally well with the Linksmith Orange Warrior cable, which ends up making the overall sound tonality a bit more musical and immersive. When it comes to stock ear tips, the BGVP FEATHER surprisingly performs its best with the narrow bore “VOCAL” silicone ear tips. In contrast, the stock foam and wide bore “BASS” ear tips tend to rob the vocals of their texture, soul, and stability, resulting in a less satisfying listening experience. We also experimented with a variety of aftermarket ear tips from well-regarded brands like Spinfit, Divinus, Symbio, Linksmith, and E-Pro, ultimately finding that the BGVP FEATHER truly shines at its best with Symbio W and E-Pro Propeller ear tips. These particular eartips enhance the low end while making the overall sound presentation a bit more open and spacious, making the FEATHER sound a bit more dynamic and immersive.
Conclusion: -
The BGVP FEATHER stands out as a remarkable hybrid IEM, offering impressive performance for its price. With a balanced sound signature, premium driver configuration, and thoughtfully designed acoustic chamber, it provides an engaging and immersive listening experience across a wide range of music genres. It’s precisely tuned, dynamic and balanced armature drivers deliver deep, textured bass, clear mids, and refined highs, making it an excellent choice for beginner audiophiles seeking high-fidelity sound without breaking their budget. At Aural Cafe, we were particularly impressed by the premium unboxing experience, modular cable, and ergonomic, lightweight shells, all of which add significant value considering its $109 price tag. That said, we would have appreciated a touch more warmth in the mids and a slightly more soulful timbre. Nevertheless, the BGVP FEATHER remains a compelling option, thanks to its innovative engineering, solid build quality, and outstanding value in the world of budget-friendly IEMs.
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Disclaimer: This IEM was given to me directly from BGVP, they are not paying me for this review, and all the opinions and impressions about the set are on my own.
My bias/tuning preferences:
My target is something including the IEF 2025 preference target with a sub-bass and mid-bass boost, so is something like a neutral (JM-1 or new meta) tuning with a bass boost. I like some sub/bass and not so much mid bass, but plenty to feel the bass thump and kick. Is nice to have some wide and depth to enjoy live recordings and a holographic capability in the soundstage and resolution to ubicate all the instruments and enjoy the microdetails included in music, so yeah, I dig a natural timbre with some coloring in the bass but enjoy technical capabilities.
My usual music genres to go is Rock (Indie, Alt, Hard, Classic, Progressive, and other sub genres), Metal (Alt, Prog, Extreme, Death, Melodic, Core, Deathcore, etc), Hip Hop, sometimes Pop, Salsa, Classic music, and dig some other genres as well.
I don’t believe in audiophile myths like burn-in, or differences in copper and silver cables and so on, I’m using IEMs OOTB (Out of the box) and enjoying them as it is, I believe and can confirm eartips and sources can change the overall experience you can have with an IEM, so a nice synergy between your transducer, your tastes in music and your sources is a must to fully enjoy an IEM IMHO.
Introduction:
The BGVP Feather is the new mid-fi hybrid model by BGVP, with a 10 mm double sided carbon nano-diaphragm dynamic driver + 4 Knowles (American made) Balanced Armature configuration, with the objective of delivering a premium, mature and musical experience with a natural timbre, a crisp and well extended treble, with a nice bass dynamics and impact and above average technicalities for an affordable price.
The BGVP Feather is a set of IEMs launched by BGVP recently, with a more than impressive 1 DD + 4 branded BAs config, delivering a perfect balance for a quality bass and mids retrieval, with an incredible lower and higher frequencies extension and an impressive technical yet musical delivery of sound, accompanied with a premium packaging to giving a mature but fun and engaging experience into the HiFi world, punching way above its level and making a revolution of sound for a modest and fair price.
The Feather is priced at a MSRP of 109.00 USD, and you can get it directly from BGVP’s AliExpress official store (non-affiliated link): https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005008014131828.html, and other online retailers and stores.
Sources used:
Tanchjim Stargate II, Dunu DTC480 and DTC800 (my main sources), Venture Electronics ODO, Tanchjim Space lite, TRN TE dongle, Shanling UA mini, a cheap vacuum tubes preamplifier connected to my old Panasonic turntable, Fosi K7 Desktop DAC/Amp and my phone, an old Xiaomi Mi Note 10 pro with an internal DAC/Amp from ESS Sabre.
Services used:
My local files (FLAC, ALAC, M4A, MP3 320 kbps, and other formats), Tidal, YouTube music, Spotify. My Panasonic Turntable with a vacuum tubes’ preamplifier. No equalization was used in the testing of the IEM.
Here's a breakdown of its technical specifications:
- Driver Configuration:
- 1x 10mm Carbon Nano-Diaphragm Dynamic Driver.
- 1 Knowles RAF series BA + 1 BGVP (Custom) BA (Mids and highs)
- 2x Phoenix (Custom) high frequency BAs (Ultra highs)
- Impedance: 18Ω.
- Sensitivity: 107dB SPL/mW.
- Distortion Rate: ≤2% (1kHz)
- Channel Difference: ≤1dB.
- Frequency Response: 20Hz-40kHz.
- Cavity Material: Resin.
- Cable Material: 4-Core Single-crystal Copper Silver-plated.
- Cable Length: 125cm ± 10 mm.
- Connector Type: 0.78 mm 2 pin.
- Termination Options: 3.5mm TRS and 4.4mm TRRS.
Eartips and cable used for test:
I used the included wide bore eartips (M size) and the M size “bass” eartips. I used the stock cable with both 4.4mm balanced and 3.5mm single ended jacks for giving the power and feeling of my different sources this IEM needed.
What’s in the package of the BGVP Feather:
How the BGVP Feather sounds:
The BGVP Feather got a perfect combination of a neutral bright tuning with a noticeable and quality bass boost, providing a natural, very clean and technical sound who satisfies the more advanced of audiophiles who craves for a delivery of sound to critical listening, but musical enough to enjoy the music no matter its genre, is an all-rounder who impresses with its quality, technicality and attention to the details with an remarkable as well wow and engaging factor, one of the best set in its price segment, punching way above its weight. Let’s talk not only of what the graph shows but also what I’m hearing (Thanks for the Souncheck39 channel who measured this IEM and provides me with this graph to analyze).
- Bass: Focused on and well-defined sub-bass thumping with plenty of mid-bass kick, resolving, clean, fast, well extended, with a lot of note weight and presence, without messing with the other frequencies, with a noticeable bleed into the lower mids but giving a naturality in the instruments like the bass guitar and male vocals. In songs like "Hey now" by Kendrick Lamar you can feel the subbass drops with zero muddiness and enough potency, attack and a very nice decay, in "Roads" by Portishead shows an excellent bass extension, while highlights the drum kick and bass drops with zero bloat, is a conjunction with the other frequencies a naturality an enjoyment to music who melts my heart, really.
- Mids: The focus of this Feather is here and in the highs, in this region let’s talk first about the lower mids, in which as I mention before, the mid-bass bleeds into this region, but the male vocals and instruments located in this region are forwarded, clean, crisp, with a nice potency, at approximately 600 Hz the curve begins to elevate into a more than good tuned pinna gain offering cleanliness, presence, definition and a very technical but natural approach, it extends into the upper mids offering a smooth elevation for female vocals and instruments, with a peak at the 2.5 kHz region, and another peak at the 5kHz area with a nice dip into the 7.5 kHz section into the lower treble, the Knowles BAs are showing how the Feather differentiates from other competitors in the same price segment who uses no branded BAs and it is everything but sibilant, you can use this IEM at mid to high volumes without worrying for the usual fatigue expected in hybrids like this. In songs like “Song Within a Song” by Camel, hearing the plates and cymbals in conjunction with the flutes and keyboards is a delight, in “It’s Voodoo” by Still Corners, you can hear the voice of the vocalists and all those details in the instruments with an impressive quality and naturality.
- Highs: Clean, extended, natural, and crisp highs, providing a remarkable treble extension, resolution, and technical performance, airy and not sibilant, a nice lower and upper treble presentation, a delight who punches above its range. Songs like "Looking for Somebody to Love" by The 1975 are sounding almost perfect to me, the Feather handles the sibilance so well, this is a wow factor I can’t praise enough, in “Sandbox Love” by Alanis Morissette, her voice and instruments are clean, with zero sibilance, you can hear the song at mid to highs volumes without fatigue or the need to lowering the volume.
- Technicalities: This excellent hybrid IEM justifies its value with enough air, a very wide and depth soundstage, creating a holographic and immersive experience suitable for gaming, movies and the full enjoyment and pleasure of the music. The imaging and resolution in the Feather are very noticeable and a delight for those technical-heads like me. In complex and busy tracks like “Cafo” by Animals as Leaders you can keep finding all the macro and microdetails of the song with zero congestion, in “First Light (Live 1982)” by Tito Puente there’s the sensation of being in the scenario with all his band playing the song.
- Note weight and Timbre: Delightful note weight with an appealing natural timbre and a presentation of music who fits a lot into my tastes. Suitable for music, movies, podcasts, and gaming.
- Source Dependency: The BGVP Feather is not source-dependent. Is easy to drive with a humble DAC/AMP (~30 mW power output) for enjoyable volume levels, but scales pretty nice with plenty of power, I personally prefer to use it with the balanced output on my DUNU DTC480 and DTC800 dongles, but I get a feeling of plenitude with the Tanchjim Stargate II and its ~75 mW power output.
- Premium IEM: The BGVP Feather stands apart from other models in the same price range and even more expensive offering in the market, making it an excellent choice in the price range and maybe a must have for pop, rock, metal and classical music listeners.
Final score: 4.5/5 (Why the score?):
The BGVP Feather is an electrifying, fun, resolving and a best in class tuning with a fair price who punches way above its range, is such a good product by BGVP making by them another banger of an IEM who satisfies both new hobbyist and the most seasoned of audiophiles, granting for newcomers and BGVP fans into a wholesome experience into the world of HiFi. I’m putting my seal of quality and recommendation for it.
Thanks again to BGVP for this opportunity, I'm glad to try this gorgeous and technical-head but all-rounder pleasure of an IEM and adding it to my collection.
My bias/tuning preferences:
My target is something including the IEF 2025 preference target with a sub-bass and mid-bass boost, so is something like a neutral (JM-1 or new meta) tuning with a bass boost. I like some sub/bass and not so much mid bass, but plenty to feel the bass thump and kick. Is nice to have some wide and depth to enjoy live recordings and a holographic capability in the soundstage and resolution to ubicate all the instruments and enjoy the microdetails included in music, so yeah, I dig a natural timbre with some coloring in the bass but enjoy technical capabilities.
My usual music genres to go is Rock (Indie, Alt, Hard, Classic, Progressive, and other sub genres), Metal (Alt, Prog, Extreme, Death, Melodic, Core, Deathcore, etc), Hip Hop, sometimes Pop, Salsa, Classic music, and dig some other genres as well.
I don’t believe in audiophile myths like burn-in, or differences in copper and silver cables and so on, I’m using IEMs OOTB (Out of the box) and enjoying them as it is, I believe and can confirm eartips and sources can change the overall experience you can have with an IEM, so a nice synergy between your transducer, your tastes in music and your sources is a must to fully enjoy an IEM IMHO.
Introduction:
The BGVP Feather is the new mid-fi hybrid model by BGVP, with a 10 mm double sided carbon nano-diaphragm dynamic driver + 4 Knowles (American made) Balanced Armature configuration, with the objective of delivering a premium, mature and musical experience with a natural timbre, a crisp and well extended treble, with a nice bass dynamics and impact and above average technicalities for an affordable price.
The BGVP Feather is a set of IEMs launched by BGVP recently, with a more than impressive 1 DD + 4 branded BAs config, delivering a perfect balance for a quality bass and mids retrieval, with an incredible lower and higher frequencies extension and an impressive technical yet musical delivery of sound, accompanied with a premium packaging to giving a mature but fun and engaging experience into the HiFi world, punching way above its level and making a revolution of sound for a modest and fair price.
The Feather is priced at a MSRP of 109.00 USD, and you can get it directly from BGVP’s AliExpress official store (non-affiliated link): https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005008014131828.html, and other online retailers and stores.
Sources used:
Tanchjim Stargate II, Dunu DTC480 and DTC800 (my main sources), Venture Electronics ODO, Tanchjim Space lite, TRN TE dongle, Shanling UA mini, a cheap vacuum tubes preamplifier connected to my old Panasonic turntable, Fosi K7 Desktop DAC/Amp and my phone, an old Xiaomi Mi Note 10 pro with an internal DAC/Amp from ESS Sabre.
Services used:
My local files (FLAC, ALAC, M4A, MP3 320 kbps, and other formats), Tidal, YouTube music, Spotify. My Panasonic Turntable with a vacuum tubes’ preamplifier. No equalization was used in the testing of the IEM.
Here's a breakdown of its technical specifications:
- Driver Configuration:
- 1x 10mm Carbon Nano-Diaphragm Dynamic Driver.
- 1 Knowles RAF series BA + 1 BGVP (Custom) BA (Mids and highs)
- 2x Phoenix (Custom) high frequency BAs (Ultra highs)
- Impedance: 18Ω.
- Sensitivity: 107dB SPL/mW.
- Distortion Rate: ≤2% (1kHz)
- Channel Difference: ≤1dB.
- Frequency Response: 20Hz-40kHz.
- Cavity Material: Resin.
- Cable Material: 4-Core Single-crystal Copper Silver-plated.
- Cable Length: 125cm ± 10 mm.
- Connector Type: 0.78 mm 2 pin.
- Termination Options: 3.5mm TRS and 4.4mm TRRS.
Eartips and cable used for test:
I used the included wide bore eartips (M size) and the M size “bass” eartips. I used the stock cable with both 4.4mm balanced and 3.5mm single ended jacks for giving the power and feeling of my different sources this IEM needed.
What’s in the package of the BGVP Feather:
- A white case in fake leather, very spacey and well-built, with more than enough space for the IEMs with accessories and such.
- 8 pairs of eartips:
- 1 set of wide bore SML sizes for bass
- 1 set of narrow bore SML sizes for vocals
- 1 pair of wide bore M size installed on the IEMs
- 1 pair of Foam M size
- The cable which is 4 core braided single-crystal copper, silver plated, with 0.78 mm 2pin connection and a modular plug with the 3.5 mm single ended and 4.4 mm balanced plug included, gorgeous, well-build, without microphonics and not prone to tangling, it looks and feel premium.
- A nice booklet with the instructions and warranty.
- The IEMs themselves, made of resin with a gorgeous faceplate with the phoenix feathers or dragon scales, I’m not sure but I can keep looking it, anyway, it looks very premium and well-built, not prone to scratches, with a not so large nozzle which is approximately 6 mm of diameter, so if you have small ears beware of its size to see if it fits you, in my experience it fits so well in my mid-sized ears, and the ergonomic design of the shells are very comfortable to use it in long sessions.
How the BGVP Feather sounds:
The BGVP Feather got a perfect combination of a neutral bright tuning with a noticeable and quality bass boost, providing a natural, very clean and technical sound who satisfies the more advanced of audiophiles who craves for a delivery of sound to critical listening, but musical enough to enjoy the music no matter its genre, is an all-rounder who impresses with its quality, technicality and attention to the details with an remarkable as well wow and engaging factor, one of the best set in its price segment, punching way above its weight. Let’s talk not only of what the graph shows but also what I’m hearing (Thanks for the Souncheck39 channel who measured this IEM and provides me with this graph to analyze).
- Bass: Focused on and well-defined sub-bass thumping with plenty of mid-bass kick, resolving, clean, fast, well extended, with a lot of note weight and presence, without messing with the other frequencies, with a noticeable bleed into the lower mids but giving a naturality in the instruments like the bass guitar and male vocals. In songs like "Hey now" by Kendrick Lamar you can feel the subbass drops with zero muddiness and enough potency, attack and a very nice decay, in "Roads" by Portishead shows an excellent bass extension, while highlights the drum kick and bass drops with zero bloat, is a conjunction with the other frequencies a naturality an enjoyment to music who melts my heart, really.
- Mids: The focus of this Feather is here and in the highs, in this region let’s talk first about the lower mids, in which as I mention before, the mid-bass bleeds into this region, but the male vocals and instruments located in this region are forwarded, clean, crisp, with a nice potency, at approximately 600 Hz the curve begins to elevate into a more than good tuned pinna gain offering cleanliness, presence, definition and a very technical but natural approach, it extends into the upper mids offering a smooth elevation for female vocals and instruments, with a peak at the 2.5 kHz region, and another peak at the 5kHz area with a nice dip into the 7.5 kHz section into the lower treble, the Knowles BAs are showing how the Feather differentiates from other competitors in the same price segment who uses no branded BAs and it is everything but sibilant, you can use this IEM at mid to high volumes without worrying for the usual fatigue expected in hybrids like this. In songs like “Song Within a Song” by Camel, hearing the plates and cymbals in conjunction with the flutes and keyboards is a delight, in “It’s Voodoo” by Still Corners, you can hear the voice of the vocalists and all those details in the instruments with an impressive quality and naturality.
- Highs: Clean, extended, natural, and crisp highs, providing a remarkable treble extension, resolution, and technical performance, airy and not sibilant, a nice lower and upper treble presentation, a delight who punches above its range. Songs like "Looking for Somebody to Love" by The 1975 are sounding almost perfect to me, the Feather handles the sibilance so well, this is a wow factor I can’t praise enough, in “Sandbox Love” by Alanis Morissette, her voice and instruments are clean, with zero sibilance, you can hear the song at mid to highs volumes without fatigue or the need to lowering the volume.
- Technicalities: This excellent hybrid IEM justifies its value with enough air, a very wide and depth soundstage, creating a holographic and immersive experience suitable for gaming, movies and the full enjoyment and pleasure of the music. The imaging and resolution in the Feather are very noticeable and a delight for those technical-heads like me. In complex and busy tracks like “Cafo” by Animals as Leaders you can keep finding all the macro and microdetails of the song with zero congestion, in “First Light (Live 1982)” by Tito Puente there’s the sensation of being in the scenario with all his band playing the song.
- Note weight and Timbre: Delightful note weight with an appealing natural timbre and a presentation of music who fits a lot into my tastes. Suitable for music, movies, podcasts, and gaming.
- Source Dependency: The BGVP Feather is not source-dependent. Is easy to drive with a humble DAC/AMP (~30 mW power output) for enjoyable volume levels, but scales pretty nice with plenty of power, I personally prefer to use it with the balanced output on my DUNU DTC480 and DTC800 dongles, but I get a feeling of plenitude with the Tanchjim Stargate II and its ~75 mW power output.
- Premium IEM: The BGVP Feather stands apart from other models in the same price range and even more expensive offering in the market, making it an excellent choice in the price range and maybe a must have for pop, rock, metal and classical music listeners.
Final score: 4.5/5 (Why the score?):
The BGVP Feather is an electrifying, fun, resolving and a best in class tuning with a fair price who punches way above its range, is such a good product by BGVP making by them another banger of an IEM who satisfies both new hobbyist and the most seasoned of audiophiles, granting for newcomers and BGVP fans into a wholesome experience into the world of HiFi. I’m putting my seal of quality and recommendation for it.
Thanks again to BGVP for this opportunity, I'm glad to try this gorgeous and technical-head but all-rounder pleasure of an IEM and adding it to my collection.
