EarAcoustic audio Silver Angel Series

This hobby is an escapist's dream. Escape from daily routine and distress that's causing you via something as sincere and everlasting as listening to music. I believe that the power of music is still not fully understood since it works in mysterious ways. Allow it to do its magic on you and let your worries dissolve in melody.

Having had the possibility to try so many different sets in a relatively short time I felt obliged to go ahead and express my gratitude by trying to help some lost souls out there, just as I was when I first stumbled upon this weird hobby about wired earphones – so yesteryear! … I thought. Possibilities are seemingly endless and only by getting to meet the right people did I manage to jump onboard the train heading the 'right' direction without getting off-track thousands of times along the way. Make sure to understand the helping person's preferences and you too can find your footing and hit the ground running in no time.


We are deep into 2025 and I am still finding footing for my reviews. I'm avoiding all lengthy yet substance-light topics that are covered in marketing materials or are totally subjective, and instead focus fully on elucidating how the highlighted IEMs sound to my ears.



This is how I imagined setting it up: We will kick it off by mentioning the integral part of our hobby we often skip right by – the music! Followed by my graphics (that have been the main attraction ever since I incorporated them) and an explanation under each of those. I will then check for the effect of source-rolling and IEM's scalability, and finish with a concise summary including who this set is (not) for.
I hope you find my newly revised approach an enjoyable and worthwhile read!

I am all about transparency, so to kick it off, this IEM was sent to me by guys at EarAcoustic in exchange for my review. They have no influence on what I write. And as always, I am grateful for the opportunity. All impressions were written using the supplied cable and supplied wide bore M sized tips.



THE MUSIC

To better understand what I listen to and thus perhaps have a clearer view as to what I look for, hiding behind the Spoiler is my list of 90+ tracks (in alphabetical order) I skip through for reviewing purposes. This is of course only a snippet of my expansive playlists, but it should give you a rough idea. I am sure everyone can find something they are familiar with. I also warmly recommend trying any of these for yourselves on whatever setup you guys have!



THE THOROUGH GRAPHICS

By now, most of you have come across these playful graphics of mine. I have received so much positive feedback on these that I dare not leave them out going into 2025!


These will slot near the neutral mark (while having qualities that could place them a centimeter left or right of that line depending on the song and volume – they get spicy when turned up slightly) and a tad below average in technicalities, so we're not off to the greatest start here.


On my scales of sincerity these are slightly on the lean side, because of the lack of any significant note weight at any point and slight hollowness in midrange. They are neither slow nor speedy, but usually tend to lean slower due to their not perfectly delineated bass notes. They are also right around the center mark on the techy/musical scale because they are stuck in this weird no-man's land where they don't have a perfect grip on any technical aspects nor do they intentionally try to be solely musical.


Quarter circle playground is one of my favorites – such a simple graphic that tells so much. These are well over to that energetic side due to their high midrange and low treble, and just a tad more bassheady than trebleheady, while not really meant to appeal to extreme aficionados of either of those two camps.


Comfort is great for my ears and I think everyone that doesn't have trouble with slightly bulkier IEMs should be fine here. Shells are wonderfully contoured and nozzles are well aimed and just about long enough. Therefore, these also isolate well enough or above average. Bass is well judged in quantity for my liking (won't be enough for bassheads) and flows well with the rest of the spectrum, but … this is a decent bass, but shines in no metric worth mentioning. Ultimately, it lacks rumble, feels somewhat pillowy on attack (except on highly potent sources - Venture Electronics Stack), falls flat in decay, and has no intoxicating texture that makes you yearn for more. Now, those that have not yet had the chance to hear a well defined and controlled bass or are just dipping their toes into this mid-fi level pricing, might find it totally respectable, since, as I say, it doesn't do much wrong and feels decent. Midrange is often caught floating in space, but rarely in that welcome holographic way, and is a tad unrefined with graininess in vocals (depends on source) that can get shouty, shrill and metallic. It never feels as one well oiled machine. But vocals can also surprise with their forwardness and clarity, so they are a mixed bag. It also has a hard time separating instruments, so we get this bowl of sound as soon as there are lots of performers, which results in imaging and resolution being subpar. Piano, however, is for some reason quite okay. It's a delicate sort of playback, but that works well in some tracks, like This Bitter Earth by Veronica Swift. And as I delve deeper, I do like them with free-flowing rhythms with pronounced and simple to follow bass lines, such as Rattlesnake by Glass Beams or the start of Want by Cure (before singer joins in a crazily shouty, uncomfortable, and sibilant way on the Silver Angel), since they do bring the energy despite struggling technically. Onto the treble and that's a mix of good and bad once more. It's just spicy enough to where I can (mostly) handle it and it livens any tune, but that low treble and sibilance region is not handled well enough and likes to bite now and again. It also doesn't have any real treble extension, so stuff like cymbals are a bit single-dimensional and uneventful. The qualities and pitfalls mix into a bit of a cocktail of chaos, so cohesion is not all that great. But when it works it does work totally respectably. Plug it in to a warmer, powerful source and it all becomes 10% better.



THE EFFECT OF SOURCES, TIPS & SCALABILITY

The effect sources have on sets is often overlooked or at least not as highly regarded as it perhaps should be. While I still maintain the stance that the transducer is of main importance, sources follow right thereafter. Certain sets will be more responsive to various DAC/AMPs, while others seem to remain relatively unchanged and unaffected by source-rolling. With the Silver Angel, what a warmer source (with ample power) brings is a better control of midbass kick that feels better honed in. This is not the most responsive to sources in my findings, but it prefers warmth, because of its upper end spiciness. The problem is that adding warmth enhances low end's bloat which is not a welcome addition. This is a tough one and none of my 5 sources currently at hand do great with it. The only solution for making these less fatiguing are tubes. Muse hifi M5 Ultra on tube mode makes them pleasurable and musical while of course not aiding the already mediocre technicalities, but that's a fair sacrifice I'm willing to make. The additional overtones and richness of tubes makes these less dry and clinical, but instead a more cohesive and approachable listen. Vocals that were simply unlistenable on non-tubed sources are now bearable. It simply irons out the sharpness and slightly reduces the V-shapeness.

Another particular subject that is still somewhat of a mystery and a taboo, is whether IEMs scale with sources, and if so, why? We know IEMs barely use any power to play. And thus the often heard 'headroom' argument seems a bit moot. But there are certainly other aspects of Amp design that are well over my head and still somewhat unexplored or at least unexplained. The dual-magnetic titanium DD of rather large 11.4mm size likes power to feel more awake, despite being relatively easy to drive. What additional power brings is more kick in the midbass, and the onset is quite outstanding I must say, but it falls flat right after. Additional power has no real merits elsewhere on the Silver Angel.


COMPARISONS do not make much sense here, because whatever I pit it against I'd be saying the same things: some lower priced sets have a more polished frequency response with better technicalities, but this can impress with bass kick on the right source and does some vocals really well if you appreciate a very forward and bright vocal.




THE CONCISE SUMMARY

The EarAcoustic Silver Angel Limited is a mix of good and bad. As is everything, but which comes out on top. That will be down to every individual to decide and might be based on their sources at hand too and particularly how much that individual enjoys a V-shape. Positives to me are the crazy but special looks, great fit, good cable, and an okay bass. There are lots of offerings at this price point that will outdo the Silver Angel in many sound aspects, but this might fill a niche with its looks and no huge dealbreakers in sound performance, especially for V-shaped lovers. Ultimately, I'd advise you to perhaps try EarAcoustic's other, more affordable, offerings first before committing to the Limited.

Thanks for reading and stay wonderful.

LIXIAN SILVER ANGEL YEAR OF THE SNAKE LIMITED EDITION



Being a reviewer I try to give my subjective opinions on iems, in the hobby at the moment 95% of iems released at the moment are good a solid 4 stars in their price segment so the differences between great iems and good iems is all about the nuances. All reviews are based on a single point in time for the reviewer next week an iem can come along and make a mockery of your previous judgement.



The Lixian Silver Angel Year of the Snake Limited edition is an artistic masterpiece with its unusual crinkle body design and sparkle encrysted faceplate. The iem is supremely comfortable with a sound signature that is incredibly natural with an emphasis on giving every detail of vocals with beautiful natural timbre and tone. The Single Dynamic driver is of an extremely high quality. The Silver Angel series of iems are all singke Dynamic Driver sets with the type of DD and the tuning being the differences between them. The Silver Angel LE is the perfect chill iem there's no sharp edges or irritating peaks. It's warm bass infused signature is smooth as butter.


Who are Lixian? They are a new brand created by EarAcoustic Audio.



EarAcoustic Audio was established in 2015 in Shenzhen, China, with a team of renowned tuners, designers and music enthusiasts, and China's top dynamic unit developer Chen Xinde as the brand's acoustic director.

The brand was the first to launch the dual magnetic circuit dual chamber Tesla unit moving coil works KING, KING PRO series, EXCLUSIVE series, ESSENCE series, QUEEN series, MY LOVE series, T2 GALAXY series, TEQUILA series, and flat panel unit BLANCE series in 2016, and has won the Japan VGP for 5 consecutive years. Awards, followed by the NO.3 series equipped with diamond-like diaphragm dual-cavity dynamic coil unit even won the Japanese 2019 VGP Gold Award Grand Prize, and became the first earbuds work of the popularity of Japan's thousand-dollar headphones in 2019.



The brand concept: the fusion of acoustic art and craftsmanship.

1. **The pursuit of the ultimate acoustic experience**EarAcoustic Audio to “warm and unmatched” for the Silver Angel series headphones music style tuning core, focusing on high-end headphones acoustic research and technological breakthroughs. Through the joint electronic audio field elite team, combined with material science and acoustic engineering, to create “pure, real, full of music atmosphere” sound quality, to meet the user's pursuit of high-fidelity music. Its products, such as SPA and STA series, have won the favor of many music enthusiasts by virtue of their accurate sound reproduction.



2. **Craftsmanship and aesthetic design**The EarAcoustic Audio brand follows a “refined and minimalist visual design”, where every step of the process, from raw material selection to handcrafting, is detail-oriented. For example, the use of jewelry-grade metal processing technology and innovative design of the appearance of the texture, giving the headset a unique visual and tactile experience, making it both functional and aesthetic “acoustic art”.

3. **Cultural heritage and value transfer**EarAcoustic Audio combines the brand concept with the spirit of music craftsmanship, and conveys the understanding of music culture and life aesthetics through its products. Its design philosophy not only focuses on sound quality, but also emphasizes the cultural connotation behind the products, and demonstrates the innovative power of Chinese brands through Chinese and international exhibitions.

4. **User-centered living attitude**The EarAcoustic Audio brand advocates enhancing the quality of life through headphones and deeply binding the music experience to the user's lifestyle.



When I started to really listen I was mesmerised by the depth of the mids from this flagship iem the details are all presented with a smoothness that is intoxicating the overall signature is designed to pull your focus to these mids not say that the bass and treble are lacking just that they are not the main focus. Being a single Dynamic Driver, my favourite type of drivers they are really cohesive with no jarring transitions between frequency ranges

Which opens up the subject I've been ruminating about for quite a while. Are iems in the higher price sector actually improving in sound quality my opinion is, not really. What is happening is though is the more refined sound signatures and the tuning expertise of the Kilobuck companies is filtering down to the midfi $200 to $400 iems. There's never been a better time to invest in an iem like the Silver Angel LE and just stop and enjoy a dammed fine earphone that plays across most genres with effortless grace. Then maybe come back in a year or two to pick a new replacement.

In these days of two week life spans of iems where an iem is released hyped then forgotten about. I think this set of iems are going to be remembered as they offer a wonderfully balanced sound signature that is both dynamic and musical at an affordable price level that is not just the purview of the executive classes.



The Siver Angel LE is the flagship of a series of Silver Angel branded iems and is priced at $429 which I feel is a competitive in this price range at the moment it's an iem that is special and standouts from the crowd.

The beautiful all aluminium shell is very well built with the crystal faceplates exuding a premium appearance, as usual for me the incuded eartips did not fit my large ear canals so careful selection of eartips is needed to get a comfortable fit I settled on Divinis wide Velvet for a very comfortable fit with good seal so I could enjoy the sound they produce to its full effect.

I'd just like to say upfront I believe we are all biased when giving our subjective thoughts about IEMs and earbuds be it a particular type of signature that works with our music library or how they look and feel in our ears. On the subject of ears everyone's ear anatomy is different and this effects fit and seal which in turn effects the perception of bass response so I recommend finding the right ear tips or foams that suit your ears to get the best of any earphone.

My review star ratings are linked to the price range of the iem eg a 5 star review of a $100 iem is not equal to one of a $500 iem.I’m and audio enthusiast with a collection of over 200 iems, 30 different sources with a music collection that numbers over 100,000 tracks and 18 flathead buds I share my impressions as a way to share my enthusiasm for the hobby I approach from the premise of music first technology 2nd, what does this mean? For me the technicalities are not of prime importance but does the music move with this particular iem.I’m a connoisseur of many different sound signatures. The only prerequisite is musicality I’m not a fan of analytical cold playback. My scale of success when it comes to evaluating earphones is; do I get goosebumps when they playback my favourite tunes. There are many good earphones but do they give me goosebumps?


Unfortunately I have a draw full of just good earphones.I want the earphone that I reach for without thinking because I instinctively know it will bring the thrill I’m seeking from my music.



The Silver Angel LE is not a bass head sound signature they have a slightly boosted bass that is commanding with good texture and excellent technicalities a very natural presentation while being free of any unnatural tone, timbre or unnatural colouration, the bass is not boomy, it digs deep in the subbass region while also supplying enough mid bass slam with great texture and detail making drums, electronic bass instrumets exciting and engaging. I'm a closet Basshead and I was extremely satisfied with the forceful bass provided,

The Bass is not to the detriment of the mids or treble regions. There's a lovely snap and clarity to leading notes across the frequency range with natural decay to draw you into the music. The mids have a glorious depth in playback making male and female vocals really organic and anologue in presentation there is no thinness rather a warm clarity that enhances the overall enjoyment.

Now I know there are those who don’t believe in burn in of earphones, all I’m going to say is, I burn in all my earphones the Siver Angel's bass response tightened and the treble smoothed out at the 50 hour mark I didn’t hear any shift in the signature from there on.

Disclaimer
EARACOUSTIC AUDIO was kind enough to send me a sample of the Silver Angel LE. I am not affiliated with EarAcoustic and of course was not asked for any copy checking before publishing, they are seeing this the same time as you. All pictures taken be me or sourced from the Penon website . ALL opinions shared in this review are my subjective thoughts.

The Silver Angel series of iems can be purchased direct from the EarAcoustic website as well as a selection at Linsoul

https://www.earacoustic-audio.com/


Make sure to research any earphone before you buy!

What do they sound like? As I mentioned above they are a vocal lovers signature that are so well balanced, they played well with pretty much any genre I've listened to with them

The bass is boosted present with enough sub bass to dig deep for bass driven tracks and midbass to give that extra bit of slam. The included cable a good quailty cable, I personally find it a bit thin for my tastes and replaced it with the Penon Asos which adds more wow to the staging and opens up the treble revealing the details and air.The bass is meaty and dynamic, the quality of that bass is superb full of details and texture.

Bass there's a noticeable boosting in quantity but there's enough air to balance out the signature.

The mids are warm, clean with a very smooth transition from the bass, there is a very pleasing body to males vocals the timbre is the most natural I've experienced. Male vocals sound really good, very smooth with good air. Female vocals sound amazing, pure soaring with no edge or sibilance just sweet and rounded.

Treble is slightley rolled off with no jagged edges smooth and well rounded. Cymbals sound natural with good decay, guitars are detailed with every resonance clear and sweet. A perfect iem for Classic Rock, Blues, jazz and acoustic music. Acoustic guitars sound just wonderful with beautiful transients that decay with perfection.

The timbre and tactility of drums, strings, guitars and brass instruments is very natural all instruments find their own place. Vocals both male and female are reproduced authentically with emotion, every inflection captured , The Silver Angel LE is quite forgiving of poorly produced music.

When I'm evaluating iems I have a play list of roughly 100 songs of mixed genres. With the Silver Angel LE I was analysing the different frequency ranges listening to albums in their entirety. I found they I worked across all the genres in my library always full bodied. smooth and detailed . They really excelled with Shawn Mullins, The White Buffalo, Led Zepplin, Rod Stewart, Lorde, Hozier, Journey, Foreigner.



Some of the music Selections I evaluated the Silver Angel LE with

Shawn Mullins - Apocalyptic Blues
This track really shows what a well tuned Bass with clean mids and treble gives you with this tune with its anologue instruments inc guitars drums, bass and Salvation Army band , the staging really shines with intricate layering and superb depth you can picture the position of every instrument and shawn's voice in your minds eye gving an holographic out of head experience this iem is just perfect for this track.

Led Zepplin - Since i've been loving you
The ultimate slow burning power blues song with its live in the studio production is rendered to perfection from Bonham's iconic drum sound (squeaky drum pedal included) to Plant's sublime vocals dripping with emotion and Page's arguably finest guitar solo. Presented with a special sauce that gave me goosebumps.

Marc Coen and the blind boys of Alabama – Silver Thunder Bird , this multi-layered live vocal is a classic with moody piano intro and fabulous vocals reproduced with weight to draw you in giving emphasis to the slowly building vocal acrobatics of the Blind boys of Alabama. The staging is also brilliantly reproduced, increasing the atmospherics greatly. The Silver Angel LE works incredibly well with live recordings seemingly adding extra atmospherics putting you front and centre in a room with the artist never sounding thin just rich and expansive.


White Buffalo - The Woods -this is one starts with a lush strings with Jake Smiths rich baritone vocals and slowly builds with new instruments being introduced as this slow ballad builds Jake's authorative vocals stays front and centre with great depth, as the song becomes a multi-layered wall of sound the Silver Angel Lr keeps the big production in control avoiding any congestion, with every nuance present and correct, impressive.

BROTHERS OSBOURNE – Slow your roll
The sound of waves lapping at the beach shoreline before the exquisite instrumentation starts was so realistic I swear I could smell the salty sea air. The rich baritone vocals are so real I felt the singers breath in my ear with the superb layering of instruments giving them space to linger in the air. I think you've got the idea I love this iem.


The Silver Angel LE is reasonably easy to drive iem I had no issues using them with my , Daps, Dongles in getting loud enough, the dynamics and open sound was present with all sources the texture and layering they are capable of was available for all to some degree.They sounded good with all sources. This is an iem that doesn’t necessarily need a powerful source but it does scale impressively with the bass getting tighter with even more details and texture.

I'm not a fan of analytical sounding IEMs/earphones that force details into your ears like a photograph with HDR and sharpening set at max a decidedly digital representation. I'm more Vinyl on a turntable, Leica manual focus, sumptuous colours on kodak colour gold film, kinda guy, where if you look really close all the details are there but it's the whole image you appreciate rather than just how sharp it is. The quality overall sound signature of the Magris is exciting with sub bass bass slam snappy midbass really sublime open natural mids and a smooth safe treble to make a sound signature that I appreciate and really enjoy.



Sources used:
Onix XM5 Overture
FIIO JM21
Shanling H5
Cayin N3 Ultra
Cayin N7
IRiver Activo
Hiby R8
Fiio BTR17
Kaei TAP1 pro

When using my different sources I did favour the more powerful ones the extra dynamics and layering and technical presentation was more apparent but the overall musical presentation was the same.

Cable rolling
I'm a cable believer but if you are not then skip this bit.


While the Silver Angel LE comes with a great quailty 4.4mm cable which really is good enough I personally prefer a thicker cable with non recessed 2pin connections so used the Penon Asos 8W.
There was a slight increase in the staging and depth using this cable. I will say this differences was minor and many people would probably be completely satisfied with the stock cable on this occasion.



Comparisons

Nothing I own quite sounds like the Silver Angel LE especially in the Single Dynamic Driver area.




Ikko OH5 ASGARD

A single Dynamic Driver iem that also has beautiful mids with an emphasis on natural vocals this iem is one of my favourite DD iems and until now was my first choice for vocal focused music. The Silver Angel has a similar bass sound but when it comes to the mids it smokes the OH5 with far more depth and more accurate layering wringing every once of atmospherics and emotion out of the vocals and especially acoustic guitars. The OH5 however does have a more extended treble in comparison to the "safe" treble tuning of the Silver Angel.




Conclusion

What a revelation the Silver Angel LE are I literally used then for 8 hours and more without any fatigue absolutely enraptured by the musicality my music has never sounded so inviting, with my eyes closed I would have sworn I was in the room with the musicians.



Compared to other $400 iems or quite frankly at any price in my opinion they are easily front runners. I can not recommend the Silver Angel Year of the Snake Limited Edition enough l. Simply put buy and enjoy

Audio Review: EarAcoustic SPA High End Max​

Introduction​

After listening to the Lixian SPA-Hi End Max—let’s call it the Max—for two weeks, I’ve got some thoughts to share. Lixian, also known as EarAcoustic Audio, is a new sub-brand under SUPER TFZ, launched in 2024 with its SPA series. and STA Series.
Right from the start, I was struck by the craftsmanship and sound quality—it feels like they’ve hit their stride early. The Max stood out, leaving me impressed but also curious about what’s next.

I tested it with a Luxury Precision W2 Ultra and an Onix XM5 as my sources, giving me a good sense of its performance across different setups.

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Design and Build Quality​

Packaging: The Max comes in a sleek silver cubic box, a refreshing departure from the usual flat IEM packaging. It’s decorated with phrases like “Silver Angel,” “SPA,” and “润无双,” which look artistic but might confuse anyone new to Lixian aka EarAcoustic.

Accessories: Inside, you get the earpieces, a stylish silver-gray circular carrying case, ear tips, a detachable 3.5mm-0.78mm 2Pin cable (oxygen-free copper with silver plating), and a lucky charm bracelet. These are practical and add a nice, personal touch with the bracelet.

Earpiece Design: The earpieces are made from shiny aviation-grade aluminum alloy, with a jewel-like panel featuring a diamond-like texture. The left side has a glossy snake pattern (a nod to the Year of the Snake), while the right shows the Lixian logo. It looks stunning and feels premium.

Sound Performance​

Driver: The Max uses an 11.4mm dynamic driver with a titanium dome and silicon crystal edge, backed by a dual-magnetic circuit and dual-chamber setup.

Sound Signature: Delivers a balanced, smooth, and refined sound—never overly flashy, yet rich in detail with true-to-life tones, reminiscent of a well-tuned speaker box.

Bass: The bass is tight and controlled, with good depth and a nice bounce. It’s just right—not too heavy, not too light.

Mids: The midrange is natural and neutral, with clear texture and detail. Vocals and instruments sound crisp and spot-on.

Treble: The treble is bright and smooth, with plenty of detail without being harsh. High notes, like cymbals or violins, come through clear and polished.

Soundstage: The soundstage feels wide and well-layered, with good separation and imaging. It handles smaller groups and live recordings really well.

Dynamics and Transients: The Max handles changes in volume and quick notes nicely, but it might not have the power for big orchestral pieces.

Pros​

• Balanced, Mature Sound: Its smooth, neutral sound works well for everything from pop to classical.
• Stunning Design and Build: The earpieces look incredible, made with top-quality materials, and the accessories are both useful and stylish.

Cons​

• Confusing Naming: The SPA series names (like SPA-Pro, SPA-Hi End, SPA-Limited Edition) can be hard to figure out, which might trip up new buyers.
• Not Great for Large Ensembles: It might not have enough punch for massive symphonies or very dynamic music.

Why consider the SPA High End Max?​

• Versatile Sound: Its balanced, detailed sound is perfect for a wide range of music, great for daily use.
• Premium Look: The gorgeous design and solid build appeal to anyone who values style and sound.

Why Skip SPA High End Max?​

• Tricky Product Lineup: The confusing names might make it tough to pick if you’re not familiar with EarAcoustic.
• Not for Big Orchestral Music: If you mainly listen to large-scale symphonies, it might not deliver the depth you’re after.
• Those who prefer a more understated style and shy away from bling and glamour may find this less appealing.

Conclusion​

After two weeks with the Lixian (EarAcoustic Audio) SPA-Hi End Max, I can say it’s a standout in its price range (around 2000 RMB). It combines a stunning design, solid build all metal, and a balanced, mature sound that’s perfect for music lovers who enjoy variety and care about both looks and performance. The brand could simplify its naming, but the Max shows EarAcoustic has real potential in the audio world.

Best For: Audiophiles looking for a versatile, well-crafted in-ear monitor with a balanced sound and premium design, fits most genres, tested here with a Luxury Precision W2 Ultra and Onix XM5.

Note: My impressions are based on two weeks of personal listening and may vary depending on your preferences, equipment, and music selection.