DITA Audio Mecha

Mecha is a subgenre of a Japanese anime/manga culture that became one of the most popular type of entertainment literature among international audiences as this one pertains to a sci-fi context that revolves around humanoid-like piloted machines or robots with advanced weaponry that are used on combat on mostly terrestrial, aerial or in the space. There are some titles on this type of subgenre that were used on other tasks like construction. The Gundam Series are the prime examples and probably the most popular media franchise in the Mecha genre.

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The star of this product review article has something to do with the aforementioned genre as some of the design elements take some inspiration from a certain part of humanoid robot. And it happens that this my second product review from a Singaporean-based audio company, DITA AUDIO which is also one of the well-renowned on its locality as their reputation and legacy in the audio industry traces back to the 70s.



This is DITA MECHA and unlike the previous DITA product that I've previously reviewed last year, this one has a different driver set-up and priced in a high midrange category that makes it one of the most expensive sets in this type of driver configuration. This one has a single driver set-up just like their previous models, the DREAM and PERPETUA, and also it was encased in a solid lump of metal frame.



The driver that was implemented here is a 10mm dynamic driver with a thin diaphragm made of lithium-magnesium supported with a carbide suspension in high grade neodymium magnets in a dual-chambered configuration. Those materials ensure an uncompromising audio quality performance for an enhanced efficiency, better handling on its impedance output and clarity as it delivers a deeper bass quality, a vivid and rich midrange and an effulgence quality on its treble response.



And then, the driver was housed in a solid metal shell made of titanium which are known for its light density yield for having strength-to-weight ratio, temperature resistance, better elasticity and ductility, good resistance against corrosion and biocompatibility due to its non-toxic nature. It has a dual vent hole to optimise the inner designs of its acoustic chamber and also it was used as an outlet to release excessive air pressure from its high performance dynamic driver. And also, titanium also possesses a good resonating acoustic properties too with a good damping efficiency. The sizes of the shell chassis are quite huge but its ergonomically-designed shape fits well into my lugholes despite a bit heft on it, and it offers an excellent passive noise isolation as it was able to block some unwanted external noises.



The quality of its stock cable is somewhat thick, stocky and well-built yet flexible, supple and less prone to entanglement. DITA called this cable “Churro” as it has a distinctive ridges on its sheath insulator similar to fried dough snack that is quite popular in Spain, Portugal, Latin American countries and even here in the Philippines. The cable itself is composed of a monocrystalline high purity silver-plated copper which is also have a sleeve insulator made of PE (Polyethylene) and then it was sheathed with an outer insulating jacket made of TPE (Thermoplastic Elastomers) which has that distinctive rubbery texture on its surface and it also known for its less microphonic effects.And also, it has a modular termination feature that it can be interchanged with three types of termination adapters; a 3.5mm single ended, a 4.4mm and a USB type-C with a built-in Hi-Fi DAC/Amp chip.



The interlocking mechanism that DITA MECHA uses for its detachable system is a 0.78mm bi-pin connector which is known for its reliability and stability with an ease to detach/detach mode.



The DITA MECHA product packaging is indeed an indication of its status as a high midrange set as it has pretty well-accessorised quality contents inside of its medium-size packaging box.



Here are the following contents that were included on its packaging box:

• Pair of DITA MECHA IEM transducer pieces.
• Stock cable with modular termination functionality - Churro
• Small Systainer Tanos carrying case
• 3.5mm termination plug adapter
• 4.4mm termination plug adapter
• USB type-C with Hi-Fi DAC chip adapter.
• Three (3) pairs of Luminous Final Audio ear tips of different standard sizes.
• Paperwork like warranty card, user’s manual and stickers.
• DITA Eco-bag

With an impedance of 32 ohms and with a sensitivity rating of 113dB, The DITA MECHA is sensitive enough to be powered up by devices with a standard gain output but it can even scale well on higher gain output without any clippings or distortion at moderate volume level. Even with normal gain mode, this one is already fairly dynamic sounding as it encompasses a full range of audio spectrum.



As for its sound profile, the DITA MECHA has a U-shaped sound signature with a balanced-warmish tonality as it has warm, textured, coloured and richness on its major sonic aspects.


(FR graph was provided by @kesobie a.k.a OBIODIO, credits to him)


LOWS/BASS:

Well-bodied and quite physical…that’s my initial impression on its bass quality. I’m pretty sure that it has more dominant mid bass than its sub bass part although the latter could still deliver that deep and reverberating response. Overall, the bass quality of this one is punchy, tactile, impactful and dense as it makes some vocals and instruments sound more enunciative and authoritative.

The sub bass presence has a deep and lingering presence as this section was generated from the after reverberation effects from electronic, percussive and string instruments like synthesisers, drum machines, bass guitars and double-basses. As for its mid bass texture, it has a full and rich tone on its note weight that will be beneficial for bass-clef instruments and deep male vocals.

Instruments and its sound characteristics:

Bass guitars - weighty and resonant
Double-basses - heavy and sombre
Bass kick drums - full and sonorous

Male vocals and its sound characteristics:

Basses - gravelly, woolly and dense
Bass-baritones - weighty, resonant and dusky

Bassline Testing Tracks:

The Romantics - Talking In Your Sleep (bass guitar and bass kick drum)
Sister Of Mercy - Lucretia, My Reflection (bass guitar and bass vocal)
Metallica - Motorbreath (bass guitars)
Joseph Haydn - Concerto in C (1.mov) (double-basses)
Georg Handel - Concerti Grossi (double-basses)
The Police - Every Breath You Take (double-bass)
Led Zeppelin - When the Levee Breaks (kick bass drum)
Marduk - The Blond Beast (kick bass drum)
Slayer - Raining Blood (kick bass drum)
Type O Negative - Black Number One (bass vocal and bass guitar)
Barry White - Never Never Gonna Give You Up (bass-baritones)
Bryn Terfel - Boris Godunov (bass-baritones)


MIDRANGE:

It seems the midrange presentation is just slightly recessed on its overall frequency spectrum but it has that warm, rich and and just right enough of energy that makes the vocals and instruments sound more natural with their almost accurate timbral traits, and not to sound too lean and sterile. Despite its warm nature, it has the clear and ample bright tone that will showcase the tonal qualities on female vocals and instruments like strings and woodwinds.

The male vocals have a rich, voluminous and well-textured sound on their note weight as the MECHA’s tuning curve is an ideal for these vocal types. As for female vocals, they sound full-bodied with intensity and vibrancy albeit there are some instances of timbral oddities as it exaggerates a bit particularly on high-pitched, high octave ones.

Vocal types with their sound characteristics:

Baritones - warm, plush and smooth
Tenors - ringing, brassy and spicy
Countertenors - tender and emotive
Contraltos - rich, strong and smoky
Mezzo-Sopranos - coppery, intense and velvety
Sopranos - silky, crystalline and shimmering

Vocal Testing Tracks:

Tom Warrior/Celtic Frost - Visual Aggression (baritone)
Eddie Vedder/Pearl Jam - Daughter (baritone)
Dimitri Hvorostovsky/Handel - Ombra mai fu (kavalier baritone)
Luciano Pavarotti, Jose Carreras, Placido Domingo/Three Tenors - Nessun Dorma (tenor)
Robert Plant/Led Zeppelin - The Rover (tenor)
King Diamond/Mercyful Fate - Witches’ Dance (countertenor)
Andreas Scholl/Handel - Ombra mai fu (countertenor)
Tracy Chapman - Fast Cars (contralto)
Annie Lennox - No More I Love You’s (contralto)
Marian Anderson - Ave Maria (contralto)
Cecilia Bartoli/Handel - Ombra mai fu (mezzo-soprano)
Andrea Corr/The Corrs - What Can I Do (mezzo-soprano)
Stevie Nicks/Fleetwood Mac - Dreams (mezzo-soprano)
Alison Krauss and the Union Station - A Living Prayer (dramatic soprano)
Tarja Turunen/Nightwish - Sleeping Sun (lyric soprano)
Diana Damrau/Mozart - Der Hölle Rache: Queen of the Night Aria: Die Zauberflöte (coloratura soprano)

When it comes to instruments, they sound organic with excellent level of details as it gives more brassy sound characteristics on brasses, a striking and more potent percussive hits, a sufficient airiness on woodwinds and a lively and crisper sound on strings instruments. Therefore, the sound quality of instruments will deliver the fun and engaging sound that both casual listeners and audio enthusiasts will enjoy upon.

Instruments and its sound characteristics:

Guitars - meaty, buttery and with some added crispness
Cellos - lustrous, thick and sensuous
Violins - full, rounded and lustrous
Concert Flutes - rich, mellow and clear
Piccolos - delicate, sweet and brilliant
Clarinets - warm, rich and lively
Saxophones - sonorous, mild and a tad reedy
Trumpets - full, brilliant and metallic
Trombones - solid, full and rounded
Horns- warm, full and brilliant
Tom-toms - warm and resonant
Snare drums - hard, bright and rustling
Field drums - sonorous and full
Kettledrums - heavy, deep and resonant
Pianos - strong, sweet and rich

Instrumental Testing Tracks:

Creedence Clearwater Revival - Have You Ever Seen The Rain (guitars)
Eric Clapton - Tears in Heaven (guitar)
Jimi Hendrix Experience - Voodoo Child (guitars, snare drums)
The Specials - A Message To You, Rudy (trombones, snare, tom-toms)
Malice Mizer - Au Revoir (guitars, snares, tom-toms, violins, pianos)
Exciter - Violence and Force (guitars, snares, tom-toms)
Sodom - Exhibition Bout (guitars, snares, tom-toms)
The Eagles - Hotel California (unplugged live) (guitars)
Felix Ayo/Vivaldi - The Four Season: Summer - presto (strings section)
Jethro Tull - Locomotive (flute)
Berliner Philharmoniker/Bach - Badinerie BWV 1067 (flute)
Ottoman Mehter - Hucum Marsi (brasses, percussives, woodwinds)
New York Philharmonic Orchestra/Dvorak - Symphony No.9 : New World (kettledrums)
Berliner Philharmoniker/Wagner - Der Ring des Nibelungen: Die Walkure (kettledrums, strings, brasses)
Berliner Philharmoniker/Mozart - Lacrimosa: Requiem in D Minor
Czech Philharmonic Orchestra/Mozart - Symphony No.40 in G. Minor: I. Molto Allegro (string, woodwinds)
Yiruma - River Flows In You (piano)


HIGHS/TREBLE:

The treble quality of this one on the brighter side of tuning as it has crisp, lustrous and sufficiently airy for a single dynamic driver set. That emphasis on the upper-mids up to presence part of the treble region will highlight the clarity and definition on the articulation on vocal quality and the substantiality of attack on instruments and despite of that accentuated parts of frequency sections, it doesn't sound strident and the sibilance was kept under control in most cases but there are some instances of a little bit of piercing and shrill that treble-sensitive folk should take caution on doing some volume level adjustment.

The brilliance section of this one has a good amount of airy extension which is quite impressive for a single dynamic driver. It has an intense sparkle to give that more brilliance character on treble-clef instruments.

Instruments and its sound characteristic:

Cymbals - bright, sizzling and a bit metallic
Hi-hats - dull, dry and resonant
Glockenspiels - shimmering, silvery and a little bit piercing
Celestas - sweet, shimmering and silvery

Instrumental Testing Tracks:

Celtic Frost - Visual Aggression (cymbals, hi-hats)
Mayhem - Buried By Time And Dust (Alive Version) (cymbals, hi-hats)
Aura Noir - Son of Hades (cymbals, hi-hats)
Led Zeppelin - Achilles Last Stand (cymbals, hi-hats)
Wiener Philharmoniker/Strauss - Salome (celesta)
Warsaw Philharmonic Orchestra/Tchaikovsky - Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy (celesta)
Estonian Festival Orchestra/Shostakovich- Symphony No.6 (mallet-type glockenspiel)


SOUNDSTAGE, IMAGING & OTHER TECHNICALITIES:

The sound/speaker stage projection of this one is quite moderately roomy in terms of dimension as it has an above-average to wide lateral span, good height reach and exceptional depth as it gives that illusory perceived soundstage depth distance from front to back. Its stereo imaging presents a concave-like presentation with a well-layered soundscape with good separation although not the most accurate on pinpointing the placements of vocals and instruments in an audio spatiality.

Driver coherency of this one is pretty responsive on how it delivers that fast transient response on the bass speed and the rest of the frequencies to sound more cleaner, vivid and detailed. As for its resolution capability, it has a very solid macro-dynamics as it is capable on highlighting the varying degree of dynamic expression from the quietest up to loudness level on the musical elements either on chorale section or instrumental passage, on the other hand, its micro-dynamics is more an average, enough to pronounce those grains, details and subtleties from the sonic background of a played audio track like vocal ends, notational attacks and reverb tails.


PEER COMPARISONS:

All of the sets will be featured here as part of this segment will be from SOFTEARS. Might do some revisions of this review if I will be able to test the Senny IE900 or some Final flagship sets in the future. Right now, this is the most ideal product comparison that I could ever do.

SOFTEARS TWILIGHT(DEMO)

• Like the MECHA, it has a single dynamic driver configuration and it was also encased in a metal alloy chassis.
• It has a rather unusual IEM shell design as it has a rectangular shape and its ergonomic design will be a bit more questionable in terms of fitting to someone’s lugholes.
• It has a premium cable with a thick 4-core structured oxygen-free copper although it doesn't have a modular termination feature as far as I remembered but rather an adaptor-type one which you can insert a 3.5mm adapter on it (correct me if I’m wrong)
• This one has a more balanced-neutral type of sound profile as this one is quite of a mid-centric which truly aligns with one of my preferred tonal profiles.
• It has a more balanced bass quality as it has sound punchy and rumbly, while midrange has quite well-textured, rich and clear while maintaining that neutral presentation as both of male vocals and female vocals have their warmth and spacious sound respectively and an organic timbre sound on almost types of instruments, along with a smooth and an even treble response with rather enough brilliance air on it.
• This set possesses some of the best performance in regards to technicalities as it is capable on projecting a spacious head stage in a well-layered atmospheric soundscape with a well-layered and an excellent separation of musical elements with a more lucid resolution aspect particularly on micro-dynamics on which its micro-detail capability is more well-defined and sharper, although the MECHA still has a better soundstage depth in my opinion.

SOFTEARS TURII TI (DEMO)

• This is currently the most expensive single dynamic driver IEM that I've tested so far as it cost around two grand at the time of its release.
• It has a rectangular shaped shell chassis made of titanium alloy and it is somehow a bit lighter than the MECHA.
• It also has a premium quality cable with modular features which is also thick but not that beefy as the Churro cable of the MECHA.
• This set has a more balanced-neutral tonal profile with some emphasis on the high frequency that makes it less coloured sounding compared to MECHA.
• It has a more balanced bass response as it has still quite sound punchy yet incisive with almost the same level of texture and presence of its midrange as it sound balanced, neutral and well-bodied with a tad of zestiness that gives more fuller male vocals, more expressive female vocals and natural yet delineating instruments along with a tad shimmering, crisper and airier treble response.
• This one has a impeccable technical performance that was it was to able match some of the best hybrid driver flagship sets as it projects even wider sound/speaker stage, 3D-like stereo presentation with a well-layered soundscape with better accuracy on pointing out the positioning of musical elements and a sharper micro-detail definition that makes it more resolving although the MECHA has a better sound/speaker stage depth in my opinion.

The finale of this review article, the DITA AUDIO absolutely nailed it on interpreting this product as a matured, well-done tuned and solid high midrange single dynamic driver set that offers a coloured tuning that will be highly agreeable for both casual listeners and audio enthusiast alike as they appreciate their almost natural timbre on both vocals and instruments. It is also well-packed with quality accessories that a high midranger set should have and along with its sturdy solidly structured shells that can take some punishment from wear and tear usage that assured a long lasting build quality.

For sure that is way too coloured sounding that neutral heads will look somewhere else but DITA AUDIO has a different perspective on this product as they want this one as versatile, engaging and fun sounding as possible that listeners will simply enjoys their favourite music tracks without worrying about too much sterility and clinical approach that analytical-type of tuning will be stale and monotonous in long run of listening session. Overall, that’s how the DITA MECHA truly defines itself as it stands shoulder to shoulder with some of the best flagship single dynamic driver sets in the market right now.

DITA MECHA is now available at DITA’s official online store, just check out the link below if you are interested.

LINK:
https://ditaaudio.com/products/mecha

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■ DITA PROJECT M

SPECIFICATION:

MODEL: DITA MECHA
IMPEDANCE: 32Ω
SENSITIVITY: 113dB
FREQUENCY RESPONSE: 20Hz – 20KHz
CABLE LENGTH: 1.2m
PIN TYPE: 0.78mm 2-PIN CONNECTOR (0.75MM)
PLUG TYPE: (MODULAR) 3.5mm, 4.4mm, USB TYPE-C
DRIVER UNIT(S): (1) DYNAMIC DRIVER

P.S.

I am not affiliated to DITA AUDIO nor receive monetary incentives and financial gains as they provide me a review unit for an exchange of factual and sincere feedback from yours truly.

Once again, I would like to send my gratitude to KENNETH KOH of DITA AUDIO for providing this review unit. I truly appreciate his generosity and trust towards me and other reviewers.

Who am I?​

I'm an amateur audio enthusiast who's been using IEMs for just over two years.
I mainly listen to jazz-fusion, jazz-rock, jazz-funk, acid jazz, smooth jazz, and contemporary jazz — with occasional dips into pop, rock, and classical.

As a proud member of the Audio Geek Europe Tour, I’ve had the privilege of listening to Mecha for a few weeks.
All of my impressions are based entirely on my own subjective observations and experiences, combined with a positive mindset.

Introduction​

Mecha is a musical, warm IEM with an interesting midrange tuning that challenges, in a nice way, my musical preferences.
To me, this is an easy-listening IEM that doesn’t demand any extra effort from my ears or brain. I can just enjoy from the first track I play— I didn't have to fuss with EQ or tip-rolling.

Tonal Balance​

The Mecha focuses the energy to the sub-bass, midbass, and upper mids. The lower mids and treble are more held back.

The bass is very interesting. It has depth, body and can be bloomy, resonant, warm and musical when the recording calls for that. But can also be tight, textured and punchy, without losing its warmth when the recording calls for that. Despite all that bass energy it doesn't mask higher frequencies for me.

The upper midrange area, around 1 and 2 kHz is elevated. This is where instruments like strings, horns, percussion, piano, guitar, and vocals have most of their overtones. Emphasizing this range affects things like attack, presence, timbre, sharpness, and clarity. With too much energy in the upper mids, the sound can get metallic and aggressive — vocals can feel too close.
To my ears, Mecha walks just on the right side of this fine line. Most of the time it sounds controlled, detailed, natural and present — but occasionally, some instruments can come across as sharp and metallic. This phenomenon seems to appear especially when turning up the volume in combination with playing less well mixed recordings. Also In mixes where vocals or distorted guitars are already pushed forward they can sound harsh, sharp, and right up in your face with Mecha.

The lower midrange takes a little step back in the mix. It keeps backing instruments, like piano, guitar and percussion just in the background. The lower midrange is controlled and detailed, doing its job laying chords, keeping the rhythm contributing to the whole, and is still capable of taking a step forward when the recording asks for that. An example of how this lower midrange tuning comes out can be that the slapping on the snare has slightly less body and doesn't hit you that hard.

The treble. This treble is the opposite to harsh or piercing. It's more like a smooth shimmer on top of everything. It's not overly extended, but still resolving, with excellent detail retrieval and nuance. The delicate zing from the cymbal soothes me more than it stings me.

Sound​

The Mecha really shines when I’m listening to well produced jazz-rock-funk-fusion — but also smooth jazz and modern jazz. The funky, groovy, rhythmic bass really comes to life, while solo instruments like piano, guitar, xylophone, saxophone, and synth are allowed to shine — present, clear, and engaging — balancing well with the powerful bassline. Meanwhile, the lower mids rhythm section, percussion, and background synths sit just behind, cymbal shimmer and micro details floating lightly above.
The result is dynamic, lively, well-defined, and very enjoyable. Rhythm and melody — the heart of most of my music — take center stage.

Mecha’s tonal balance, paired with great dynamics and a warm tonality, also works beautifully with well-recorded classical music. Violins, cellos, woodwinds, and brass resonate nicely, while double basses and timpani reach satisfying depths and body. But again — the recording quality is key. Brass, in particular, can sound harsh if not recorded well.

Transient Response​

According to Dita Audio, the Mecha features a 10 mm dynamic driver with a 9 mm diaphragm made from a lithium-magnesium composite. This mix of materials makes the diaphragm stiff, strong, lightweight, and highly responsive. The driver also has dual magnets to create a powerful magnetic field — which helps the voice coil move the diaphragm more quickly and accurately, resulting in cleaner, more precise, high-resolution sound.

The speed and great attack is really prominent in this IEM and makes the music clear and detailed.

Dita doesn't reveal much information about the acoustic chamber inside the Titanium shell. But my guess is that Dita Audio has put a lot of engineering-love there. The chamber helps the driver bring out the harmonics and dynamics in the music in a very pleasant, and musical way.

Soundstage​

The Mecha also presents very good spatial qualities. The soundstage has enough width and depth to create good stereo separation, layering, and instrument positioning.

I don't know if the term adaptive soundstage exists, but it feels as if the stage adapts to the music I listen too. A studio recording feels like a studio. A live symphony orchestra recording feels like a big concert hall. And when George Duke plays Black Messiah, live in a club... you got it, it sounds like a club. It's as if the atmosphere in the recording is transmitted through the Mecha.

Tonality​

Warm, organic, inviting and engaging.
There’s no clinical planar timbre, no dry BA tone. This is a full-bodied, dynamic driver timbre.
Mecha also avoids the common issues of hybrid IEMs — like frequency overlap, phase problems, or mismatched timbres between different driver types. It's plain and simple.

Ergonomics​

The titanium shell is medium-sized, lightweight, fits comfortably in my ears and provides good noise cancelling. The cable is of good quality, soft and behaves well.

Conclusion​

A musical, warm IEM with a less common midrange tuning, that generously brings me the music I love in a different and captivating way.
The Mecha isn’t the final solution to all my listening needs, but it is an IEM I genuinely like and would love to have in my humble collection.

A few of the albums I put through the Mecha:​

• Melody Gardot – My One and Only Thrill
• Steely Dan – Two Against Nature
• Yellowjackets – Jackets XL
• Tom Kennedy – New Start
• Gary Burton – Common Ground
• Dave Weckl Band – Synergy
• Lee Ritenour & Larry Carlton – Larry & Lee
• Greg Howe – Sound Proof
• Roman Bondarenko – Shades of Style
• Roxette – Joyride
• Michael Jackson – Thriller
• Mezzoforte – Islands
• Mohini Dey – Mohini Dey
• Jesus Molina – Cello Stories
• Jean Sibelius – Finlandia
• Dvořák – Symphony No. 9
• Mozart – Requiem
• Brian Culbertson – Music from the Hang
• Bunny Brunel – For You to Play
• Gregory Porter – Liquid Spirit
• Beady Belle - Nothing but the Truth
• MSN Schmidt - E.S.P.
• George Duke - Face the Music
• Fourplay - Heartfeldt
• Mark Lettieri - Red Dwarf
• Brian Bromberg - It Is What It Is
• Four80East - Barn Sessions Vol. 1

About Dita Audio

DITA is a high-end in-ear monitor brand based in Singapore. The brand has established a reputation for its meticulous attention to detail in both build quality and aesthetics. DITA is known for being highly innovative, putting significant effort into research and development before launching each model. This dedication contributes to their relatively small product lineup, each of which is an apposite reflection of Dita's tuning philosophy and what each model is intended to offer.

The company also takes considerable time between releasing each flagship product. Their last flagship model, the DITA Perpetua, was launched in 2021 and has been sold out since its release. Currently, DITA is working on a new flagship model, which has already generated quite the buzz at recent CanJam events. I can tell you this. I tried the prototypes and they will be game-changers in tonal and technical performance even at summit-fi price tiers!




It is also worth noting that DITA has also forayed and with success in the budget and midrange segment. Last year's “Project M” became a massive hit and was also the first hybrid IEM made by DITA Audio. Following the success of Project M, DITA has since released the MECHA, which is their latest fully released model. Priced competitively at just $899, the MECHA offers strong competition against other high-end single dynamic driver IEMs and to my mind surpassing everything else out there when you take into account the complete package: tonality; technical performance; and some damn fine build, aesthetics and construction.

Let’s take a closer look!

Specifications:

• 10mm Lithium Magnesium composite diaphragm dynamic driver with carbide surrounds
• Impedance: 32 Ohms
• Sensitivity: 113 dB
• Frequency response: 20 – 20,000 Hz

Unboxing, Build Quality, Features:

The DITA MECHA comes in a neon green flat box, closely resembling the packaging of Project M. The unboxing experience is both simple and elegant. Opening the outer flap and the first layer of foam reveals the MECHA earpieces snugly positioned in foam cutouts, along with a set of Final Audio E-type tips that even glow in the dark! MECHA boasts a sleek, CNC-machined two-piece titanium earpiece design that combines durability with a premium feel. It features a 2-pin flush-mounted connection, therefore compatible with most aftermarket cables. Included is a 1.2-meter cable named Churro, made from mono filament single-crystal high-purity copper with silver plating. This cable has a noise-rejecting twisted quad design and is wrapped in a PE-based internal jacket with a TPE outer layer. It is a nice cable that is quite easy to mange and never tangles.





The cable is equipped with the Awesome Plug Version 2, a patented system that incorporates a DSD-capable mini DAC and connection modules for 3.5mm and 4.4mm balanced. This patented system is designed to accommodate cables up to 4.6mm in diameter and features a robust AL 6061 anodized locking barrel with metal-to-metal threads. Inside, the MECHA utilizes a dynamic driver configuration with a matched pair of 10mm lithium magnesium composite diaphragms bolstered by carbide composite surrounds. This driver setup has a 32-ohm impedance, 113 dB sensitivity, and a frequency response ranging from 20Hz to 20kHz. Earpiece venting is managed by an advanced two-way aperiodic system with internal acoustic suspension to ensure controlled airflow.






All components are neatly packaged in a heavy-duty German-made ABS storage case featuring a modular Systainer format, soft silicone inserts, and a patented T-Loc system for easy stacking and transport. The case is a bit small for comfortably storing the IEM, but it is a nice one nonetheless.

Sonic Performance:

Tonal Performance

The MECHA has a warm, slightly V-shaped tonality. It emphasizes the low end alongside a slight lift in the upper midrange while maintaining a coherent and balanced sound. Balance is the core foundation of all DITA IEMs, as evident from my previous experience with the Project M and the Perpetua, and the MECHA does not stray from that path, but in fact, builds on previous successes. Tonally, this may be among the most balanced IEMs I have ever heard, across any price spectrum. You just lose yourself in the music!

Bass is easily the most impressive aspect of the MECHA, alongside its superb tonal balance. It is tight and versatile enough to handle everything I throw at it, be it hip hop, moody jazz, or some serious heavy metal. The sub-bass reaches deep, delivering a clean rumble that adds some extra tactility to the bass without muddying the rest of the mix. The mid-bass delivers a nice guttural punch, thick and impactful, while still allowing the mids to remain clear and unaffected. Depending on the ear tips or source I used, the mid-bass could sometimes lean a bit heavier, but it consistently felt controlled and intentionally emphasized. What I particularly appreciated was the speed and texture of the bass. It has enough weight to be satisfying, but the decay is quick, ensuring nothing lingers for more than the optimum or becomes messy or bloomy. When comparing it to other IEMs I've liked in the similar price range for their DD bass, like the Sony IER-Z1R or the Sennheiser IE900, the Mecha surprisingly holds its own, perhaps even surpassing them in terms of refinement and how naturally the bass integrates with the rest of the sound.



As for the midrange, I was genuinely impressed by how it was presented. The midrange feels rich, emotional, and easy to get immersed in. It is one of the main reasons the Mecha is such a joy to listen to. Vocals sound clear and full, with a slightly warm and rich tone that makes them enjoyable to listen to for hours. It is, in its midrange performance, very reminiscent of my all-time favorite vocals king and queen, the Sennheiser HD600 and the Sennheiser HD650!

Female vocals, in particular, have a pleasant touch of extra glimmer thanks to that upper midrange lift that adds emotion and excitement, while male vocals are equally impressive and lifelike. Instruments in the midrange have a thick, flowy vibe which really melds well with the clean yet weighty vocals.

The clarity and sense of space in the midrange is exceptional, allowing everything to breathe naturally, even during busy tracks. I loved how the vocals are slightly forward in the mix, although the upper mids can occasionally become sharper, but never shouty.



The treble is crisp and sparkly enough to keep things lively, but it never becomes harsh or fatiguing, which I really appreciate. There is a slight sharpness in tracks that are already prone to sibilance, but for the most part, the treble remains smooth and controlled. It way doesn’t extend way too up in the air region, though, as it rolls off a bit at the very top, so you will not get that super airy, analytical feel. However, I think that was the intention in the first place. It’s tuned to sound more relaxed and musical rather than trying to be a show-off. Cymbals sounded natural and fun, without that annoying splashiness that otherwise plagues many BA and EST-based implementations. Instruments like strings, violins and pianos had a refined, controlled sparkle that I really enjoyed. The treble is detailed enough to highlight minute nuances yet smooth enough so that I can listen for hours without feeling worn out from fatigue.

Technical Performance

Technical Performance constitutes a set of attributes for which I always find it easiest to talk about in terms of comparisons. But even on an absolute level, after hours of listening to my Aurender N20 > Mola Mola Tambaqui > Riviera Labs AIC-10 > Raal 1995 Immanis, which I consider to be the pinnacle of technical performance among everything else I have heard, putting the Dita Mecha in my ears off a humble BTR7 dongle, left absolutely nothing to be desired.

The Mecha is very detailed but is very Susvara-like in how it presents its resolution. The details are presented in a fluid, effortless manner which has the ability of surprising you when all of a sudden you hear a certain reverb in the mix or a lower-level signal that you may not have heard earlier. The LiMa Carbide DD driver revealed enough minute nuances in a natural, effortless manner. I could hear subtle textures of the vocals, instruments, and background elements without feeling artificially force-fed.

What is even more impressive is the customary Dita spaciousness. The soundstage offers a spacious and open vibe, allowing instruments to breathe, though it is more intimate compared to the Perpetua. The Mecha excels in soundstage width while holding its own in front to back staging which is always difficult to do. The imaging is exceptionally precise, which is expected from a DITA product. I could easily discern the placement of instruments in the mix, with vocals, guitars, and background effects having distinct and accurate positioning. This precision also made watching movies and playing games a joy. Imaging is also rather tall, and this is usually one aspect of transducers that contribute considerably to my listening pleasure.

Timbre is a forte of Dita Audio. The Perpetua had better timbre than any transducer I have heard, IEM or headphone, and their upcoming flagship, the Ventura, is likely going to surpass this. However, you still get more than sprinkling of the magic dust that Dita conjures up with respect to timbre. It sounds shockingly real - from voices to guitars to percussive instruments.

Last but not the least, Dita gets dynamics right each time with all their IEMs but the Mecha is particularly dynamic and hard-hitting with kickdrums sounding emphatic, tactile, well-seperated in their notes, but giving you the excitement you seek if you are a closet-basshead (or shall we say "audiophile basshead") like me. The leading edge of the snare drum is particularly satisfying which tends to be a litmus test for me in bass.

Technically, the Mecha is near-perfect, really. Yes, there are IEMs out there that will force-feed you resolution by lifting the upper treble, which then requiring careful cable-matching and source-matching, and therefore, thousands of dollars more, but the Dita does all this for $899 while also giving a type-C dongle so you don't even have to shell out for a source!

Comparisons

DUNU Zen 2: The MECHA has a more balanced and more refined tuning, with a tighter and way more tactile bass. Mids are more lifelike and detailed, especially vocals, and there's a nice coherence to the whole sound, which I found missing while listening to the ZEN 2. The Zen 2 is no slouch when it comes to bass slam and excitement, but the MECHA sounds more versatile and polished across genres, with less shouty vocals and a wider soundstage.

Sennheiser IE900: The IE900 is quite technical and detailed, featuring an impressive single DD. It sports a tight, tactile bass response, although it doesn’t have the powerful impact of the Mecha, nor does it sound as natural. The highs are airy but can also be shimmery and fatiguing during long listening sessions. Additionally, the sound signature of the IE900 is quite V-shaped, which causes the vocals to be somewhat pushed back in the mix. In contrast, the Mecha offers forward vocals and a noticeably better tonal balance.



Nightjar Acoustics Singularity: The singularity has a beautifully natural and musical sound. The bass digs deep with impressive rumble, but the midbass is not as prominent as the MECHA. Technical performance is about equal on both, but the MECHA sounds a lot more articulate and engaging, while the Singularity lacks that last bit of engagement factor, at least to my ears.

Symphonium Helios: Helios is super clean, lean, and detail-focused. It has a mild V-shaped tuning with an overdone emphasis on the subbass region, so you will get solid bass and sparkly highs, but the mids are a bit thin and recessed, especially if not paired with a beefy source. It’s insanely good at separating instruments and portraying minute nuances in the mix, especially considering its price. Compared to the Mecha, it is definitely more analytical and colder, while the Mecha feels warmer, more engaging, and more visceral.



Sony IER-Z1R: Z1R is a cult classic known for its deep, slow, and voluminous bass response, which is also insanely fun. It also has a huge soundstage comparable to the DITA Perpetua. The mecha has a more controlled, refined approach to bass, which is different from the animalistic, sort of crude bass response of the Z1R. The midrange is way more forward and lush than the Z1R as well, and the treble is less fatiguing and in your face. The Z1R is a nice IEM for occasional fun sessions, but I would see myself reaching for the MECHA in most instances.



So that's for the review of the Dita Audio Mecha. It is a special IEM in a highly competitive market and an even more competitive price point. Somehow, despite all these IEM manufacturers cramming in more and more drivers into their shells, and more and more driver typologies, Dita simply chooses to eschew the competition and blaze their own trail. The Mecha is testimony to that at its price class and I recommend it without hesitation.

Review of the Dita Mecha, single dynamic driver IEM​

Disclaimer:

I’d like to thank AudioGeek group, Sandeep Agrawal, and DITA Audio for including me in the tour of DITA Mecha IEM. I was given a chance to audition this IEM and provide my honest opinion about this IEM. The impressions shared in this write-up are my unbiased and honest subjective take on the DITA Mecha.

Introduction (Design and Specs):

Mecha is completely made from Titanium. Titanium shell, precision machined from a single, solid block, processed, and finished to bring out the natural gleam and beauty of Titanium. Shells are very smooth with no hard edges. They feel extremely solid and robust. Dual venting is incorporated into the shells to maximize the potential of the acoustic chamber. And happy to report that there is zero driver flex usually associated with DD IEMs.

The shells are on the heavier side. The shell design however makes it very comfortable to use for long listening sessions. There was absolutely no discomfort for me even after wearing it for 3 hours straight.

Dita Mecha driver configuration:

At the heart of Mecha is a single 10mm Lithium-Magnesium dynamic driver, sporting a dual magnet setup that boosts dynamic range and the performance of the driver.

The 10mm LiMa-Carbide makes its debut in Mecha. It is directly mounted onto the earphone’s titanium chassis, as close as possible to the sound output nozzle for minimal tunnel reflections. To further understand the design philosophies and engineering of Mecha kindly refer Dita official website.

Specs:

Connector: 2 pin flush mounted 0.78mm pin
Venting: Two-way aperiodic venting system. Internal acoustic suspension venting with controlled chamber.

Impedance: 32 Ohm
Sensitivity: 113 dB
Frequency response: 20 – 20,000Hz

Storage Case: Stackable Systainer format Modular Heavy Duty ABS Patented T-Loc system soft silicone insert on upper and lower lids. German made.





Cables, Tips:

Mecha comes with Dita Churro cable. The Churro features a tangle-free soft-touch TPE sleeve chosen for its low microphonics and low degradation of the signal source. The Churro cable is constructed from Monofilament single crystal high purity copper silver-plated conductors internally jacketed in PE. It is responsible for the all-important task of transmitting the audio signal to the LiMa-Carbide driver.

Churro cable comes with 3 different source terminations. 3.5mm single-ended, 4.4mm balanced and USB Type-C plugs.

Inclusion of type C plug is very thoughtful and enables usage directly with smartphones. The type C plug sounds quite decent. Great for casual listening without any dac amp or DAPs.

Churro cable is excellent sounding cable and its microphonics and tangle free. I conducted all my tests with included Churro cable and doesn’t feel the need to try another aftermarket cable.

The Final Type E tips are great addition, and they glow fluorescent green in the dark to match the Mecha outer box theme color. For my use I find the Final tips not optimal. I was not getting tight fit with those tips. My review is done with Moondrop spring tips. They fit my ears perfectly and is very comfortable to use.

IEM setup – Dita Mecha + Dita Churro Cable + Moondrop Spring Tips.





Sources Used:

• Sony Walkman WM1ZM2
• Questyle M15 dongle dac amp

Test Chains:

• Local Files >WM1ZM2
• Tidal >WM1ZM2
• Samsung S23 Ultra Phone > UAPP > Tidal/local Files > Questyle M15

Dita Mecha is an easy to drive IEM. It sounded great with included Type C plug. For casual listening directly out of smartphone, it’s a nice setup. C plug drives it to comfortable volume levels as well.

To unleash the true potential of Mecha its mandatory to connect it to external dac amps or DAPs.

With Questyle M15 Mecha starts to flex it wings and show what it is capable of. The bass gained quality and quantity. Soundstage becomes expanded with nice holographic feel to it. Treble is well extended and airy.

It’s with WM1ZM2 the Mecha’s actual bass capability starts to show off. Its thundering and hits hard on some tracks which leaves you stunned. WM1ZM2 has one of the best bass I have heard in a dap. The texture and layering of bass frequency is beautifully rendered by Mecha. Try the track Hibrido by TroyBoi and you are in for a treat.

With WMZM2, Mecha’s mids sound so beautiful and emotional. Details are plenty and treble sounds perfect.



Sound Analysis:

Mecha has a slight V or kind of U-shaped tuning. This is a bass-first IEM. Mid frequencies are slightly recessed. The bass works in harmony with the mids giving mids and vocals the required weight. Upper mid is boosted here which gives a fuller sound and expressive voice. Treble sounds very natural and not artificially detailed like many multi-driver hybrid IEMs. Overall, Mecha is a very energetic and exciting IEM.

Bass:

Mecha’s bass performance is impressive with perfect quantity and quality. Deep extension and clear layering make Mecha one of the best single DD for bass aficionados. The bass is also very impactful and can slam hard. Even though this is a bassy IEM, the bass is not loose or uncontrolled. Decay I felt is on the faster side making the bass very clean. It doesn’t bleed into mids. The bass characteristic is well suited for EDM and rock music. Drum hits felt very powerful and natural. Both subbass and midbass is given equal importance here. Bass resolution is immaculate. Overall perfect IEM for someone who prefers bass.

Mids:

Mecha’s midrange is big and dynamically exciting. The bass shelf adds body and thickness to lower midrange making it fuller and lush sounding. Vocals feels very natural. Male vocals are full bodied. Female vocals are clear and detailed. Guitars and sting instruments exhibit lifelike timbre. Piano sounds so complete with Mecha. The midrange layering is commendable.

Only minor concern with Mecha is the upper midrange. Some might find it a bit shouty or sharp. However, most people won’t find it bothersome as it blends seamlessly with treble frequency region. Adds a bit clarity to otherwise bassy IEM.

The separation of voices and instruments is perfect here which gives the illusion of a speaker like presentation.

Treble:

Treble is very refined, well extended, and very detailed but never fatiguing. Details are plenty thanks to LiMa driver. Instruments like violins and pianos exhibit a refined, elegant shine without being harsh or piercing. Treble is not too analytical in Mecha. This refined treble presentation ensures long listening sessions without any fatigue. Overall clear and well layered treble that one would except from a top tier DD IEM.

Technicalities:

Mecha’s soundstage is cavernous and expansive. Imaging is excellent. Mecha can rival many closed back headphones in terms of soundstage. The new driver aids in satisfactory micro detail extraction. Within that spacious stage, picking apart instruments from voicings is an easy task.

Width is decent and depth of soundstage is perfect. Good height perception also makes the soundstage very holographic and enjoyable. The single DD driver makes the sound cohesive and there is no delineation.



Gaming:

Tried gaming with mecha to test its soundstage and imaging performance. Tried with my PS5 on games Fortnite Battle Royale, Doom Eternal, and God of War. PS5 controller can easily drive the Mecha.

The way Mecha presents soundstage in Fortnite is exceptional. Very vast, expansive, and great imaging. I can clearly hear the players around me. I can clearly hear footsteps of enemies. Doom Eternal soundtracks were marvelous when played thru Mecha. God of War is one game with very open atmospheric feeling and Mecha portrays that atmosphere perfectly. Makes you feel like you are in the game itself. And the bass shelf makes the games much more immersive. Huge explosions and dynamic sound make the Mecha enjoyable for gaming.

Comparisons:

One IEM which I had tried and perfect for comparison with Mecha is IE900. Both are in the similar price group and has the same single DD topology.

Compared to IE900, Mecha’s sound is clearly thicker and denser. MECHA also presents a larger soundstage, offering a more relaxed and natural listening experience. IE900 is ever so slightly analytical. In terms of detail retrieval, instrument separation, IE900 still holds an advantage.

Mecha’s bass is bigger and well textured with midbass having more fun. IE900 has a bit of subbass focus.

Mecha’s mids are a bit closer to ears compared to slightly pushed back on the IE900. Vocals are more enjoyable on the Mecha.

Mecha’s treble is a bit subdued compared to IE900 without losing any details. I would pick Mecha over IE900 as I like a bit controlled treble response.

Conclusion:

Mecha is a perfect IEM for those who are looking for single DD configuration. Mecha has one of the best bass I have heard in an IEM. Detailed bass, clean and rich midrange and detailed treble makes the Mecha a clear winner. Dita has done a great job with mecha. Mecha is an IEM that punches far above its class and well worth the price.

Thanks to AG family for the review tour of the Dita Mecha .

Disclaimer : All opinions of the iems are mine and are not influenced in any manner

Dita has been an old player in the fairly middle-high end of the iem spectrum especially with the excellent Truth, Answer, Perpetua etc iems. They have been single DD specialists for a long time, my choice of poison!

When the opportunity to try out the latest single DD from Dita, I decided to come out of a break from reviewing for the Dita. So here goes..

Build and package

The box is almost typical Dita size, with slightly different configuration than usual. The box comes with a set of stickers and a nice foldup brochure of what the Mecha is all about. Havent seen something like this in a loong time!

The foldup poster has a very nice shot of the shells while the insides have details of the manufacturing process, the materials of the shell, connectors etc. Tastefully done!


The box contains a very futuristic plastic carry case that is a piece of decor on any tech enthusiasts table. The case houses the cables, with a usb c, 3.5 and 4.4mm connectors utilizing the Awesome Plug 2 interchangable connectors.

There is a selection of soft silicone tips in a very nice tip case. The iems themselves are nestled in foam, muscular in their look.


The iems are titanium shell of fairly big size. They have a heft about that makes you feel like hulk when worn. They are not heavy though and are ably supported by the excellent cables.

The drivers are made of a newly developed Lithium-Magnesium dome (LiMa) with a carbide surround, sounds like very stiff material, that might mean excellent transients and quick responses!

Fit

Inspite of the imposing build, the ergonomics are fantastic and inspite of me having small ears, they fit in near perfectly. They dont weigh down from the ears and are well supported by the cables. The nozzle is medium sized and helps with the fit very well. No discomfort or pain on wearing. The cables are supple but strong, almost feeling like an olive python (the snake)!

Source and pairing

For this quick review, I played the mecha with a Onix XL1 dac dongle utilizing its 4.4mm output on high gain, just for the kicks. The Onix are able to drive them very well at a volume of 35 on the high gain.

I played off Youtube Premium and Qobuz for this review.

Sound Impressions

The Mecha sound full and the typically warmish tuning of the older Dita siblings. There is heft and slam in the bass section, without any trouble in bringing out the vocals well. Maybe a touch at the back. Treble is decently well represented as well. Female vocals are a touch pushed back, giving a very relaxed listening setup.

Bass - 4.3/5 - The bass reaches deeeeeeeep. And there is rumble and slam with a lot of authority. The drum decay is excellent and feels very organic

Mids - 3.5/5 - The bass and treble to an extent are slightly more pronounced in comparison to voices, unless the voices are bordering on baritone. However, there is absolutely no bleed from the bass

Treble - 4/5 - The treble performance of the iems are very nice, with a lot of detail. Typical of a lot of DD iems, there is much shimmer/sparkle in the treble, and this makes for a very forgiving iem for poor recordings. String instruments have a good amount of note thickness and feel full sounding

Imaging - Excellent imaging, with very good instrument positioning

Stage - The sound stage is quite wide with average height. The iems are able to render a stage well in 3d when called for.

Conclusions

Fantastic build, excellent sound especially for the relaxed and musical genre including jazz, pop, bollywood, r&b. Another hit with the house tuning of Dita!

Disclaimer: I am a bass head and prefer an expansive sound with natural timbre, excellent imaging and thumpy mid-bass with moderate decay and clinical precision regarding instrument separation. I am highly averse to bright-sounding transducers and sibilance in my music.



Audio Geek India sent me the Dita Mecha as part of the Audio Geek—Dita Mecha Review tour. I thank Audio Geek India and Dita Audio for this opportunity to listen to and review the much-awaited Dita iem. Audio Geek/Dita Audio doesn’t influence my views in any way.







Introduction: It was a love at first listen kinda iem for me. It nails my preferred EQ big time and is everything I wanted the Dita Project M to be. I loved the Dita Project M as well, and despite it being magnanimous in the highs, I liked it for its price-shattering technicalities, great bass definition and honey glazed mids. The Mecha reassures me that among the multibrid Goliaths, single DD Davids can thrive as well.

Unboxing Experience: A sleek package with all the Dita goodies neatly stacked inside. Inside the box there are:

Dita Mecha Iems

2-pin 0.78mm Churro cable with 3.5mm, 4.4mm and Type C Dac connectors.

Final Type - E eartips (They are good)

Titanium Case(CNC Machined)

Stickers

Warranty card and Manuals.



Dita uses a proprietary termination which offers three different options straight out of the box. 3.5mm, 4.4mm and Type C. The option of having a DAC alongside the iem raises the bar for other manufacturers and is in the interest of buyers, I believe.

It drives the iem wonderfully. I tried the stock DAC with Asus Rog Phone 7 Ultimate and was only able to listen at max 10/20% volume. On the stock DAC the iem sounds close to balanced than a smoothed-out tuning to me.

Looks/build quality: I prefer a jazzier IEM design with engravings and a little more bling. However, I found the titanium shells very premium to hold and touch. The fit was snug and nice. With a little bit of tip rolling it was close to a custom fit.

My review is based on the below-mentioned setups:

Ibasso DX320(Coax out) à Ibasso D16 à Dita Mecha

Ibasso DX320(Coax out) à Ibasso D16 à Ibasso PB5 - Dita Mecha

Tips used

JVC Fx-12 – Best pairing in terms of sound and fit

Eletech Baroque – Fit is softer and more comfortable, but I get better bass on JVC

Azla Sednaearfit light – the fit wasn’t as snug as the other two.

Cables used:

Thanks to Audio Geek India, I also had a Toxic Silver Cable and an EA Eros S2 to pair the Mecha with.

Mecha leaned slightly towards a balanced tonality, bringing out the treble a bit more with the Eros SS2 cable. It’s a fun listen with the Eros SS2 and was great for upbeat music.

With the Toxic Silver cable, I still can’t infer if it affects EQ, but I feel it gives better clarity, detail and naturalness. Everything sounds more believable with the Toxic cables. I have tried the Toxic Phoenix Cable as well, and it also didn’t change the eq in any discernable amount but remarkably increased clarity, detail and naturalness for me.

Overall, what I understand is that Mecha tends to offer different flavours in its sound with different pairings. I loved it with the D16 solo, mostly because I felt I got the best soundstage and tonality with the D16 alone.



Lows: A very tangible sub-bass that gives a great reverb. It's clean and articulate and never gives an impression of being smeared. I don’t generally fancy a lot of sub bass, but I was delighted the way Mecha has done it. The mid-bass impact is thick and big. It goes deep and is quite satisfying. I would have liked a little more definition in the mid-bass, just a smidgen more, and the impact to be a smidgen less thick, but the way it is done also delivers a meaty low end that doesn’t trample on the mids.

Tracks like Tuesday by Burak Yeter sounded divine on the Mecha. The thickest satisfying mid-bass impact I have heard. It's innately done, as with such a thick impact, I would have expected it to at least touch the lower mids, but it doesn’t. It's clean.

Mids: approx. 1 goosebump per minute, I would say. Loved the vocals on Mecha. They are natural, vivid and just speak to the soul. There is something particular that I like in the vocals about Dita audio; despite the tuning choice, the vocals are always the star of the show. I wanted to cover most of my library with these iems as I wanted to hear the version that Mecha would portray.

Upper mids are also very melodic and free from any shout. The female vocals sound natural and organic.

Every inhale, lisp and little nuance come through effortlessly and just make me enjoy music with my eyes closed.

Highs: I am so glad that Dita chose this tuning preference, as the rolled-off treble was a sweet elixir of life for my sibilance-shy ear drums. Forget about harshness or sibilance. on some setups like vanilla D16, it sounds pretty smooth. Highs are detailed and placed a little behind the vocals and the lows. If someone is looking for more quantity in highs, I would suggest the stock da,c which brings out highs that almost balance the lows, but the lows remain a tad more forward and pronounced.

It’s a tuning where I don’t need volume normalization as there aren’t any harsh peaks that would make me flinch my eyes.

Technicalities: Before trying the Mecha, I was of the view that single DD iems didn’t entice me with their technicalities, but Mecha changed it. Great imaging, natural timbre and superb instrument separation compliment amazingly well to the overall tuning. The soundstage is not particularly wide but is fairly wide enough to accommodate all the layers and nuances. Rather than perceiving a 3D soundfield around my head, I feel instruments popping out of a dark background rather than a wall of sound, if that makes sense.

Overall, I believe the technicalities are very well delivered and add a lot of engagement to the whole EQ of the iem.



Conclusion: At 900 USD, it had a lot to deliver in a category that is flooded with considerable competition I think the Mecha not only surpassed my expectations but provided a clear delight. With the modular cable and the Final E tips, the Titanium case and the titanium housing of the shell all make it a pretty well thought out package.

The type C connector is an ace in the whole I believe.

Two thumbs up. Highly recommended iem for a smooth natural tuning.

thaslaya's star rating system:
☆☆☆☆☆ - Fantastic!
☆☆☆☆ - Recommended
☆☆☆ - There are buyers but not for me
☆☆ - Can't see the appeal
☆ - Product is a failure

Disclaimer:
This product was loaned to me for review by a friend. I recieve no compensation and all thoughts and opinions are my own. A big thank you to @Jaytiss for the opportunity!

Gear used:
●Samsung Galaxy s22 Ultra
●Samsung dongle
●Hiby FC4
●Kiwi Ears Allegro
●Letshuoer DT03
●Dunu DTC480
●BLON V1
●iFi xDSD Gryphon
●Snowsky Retro Nano
●iFi GO link Max

Source:
●Listening was done through Amazon Music HD, Ultra HD, and local FLAC files.

Introduction:
DITA Audio is an IEM manufacturer based out of Singapore. They also produce cables and DAC/amps as well. Most of their previous IEMs are priced over $1000, but they entered the mid-fi scene last year with the release of arguably their most popular product, the Project M. I had the opportunity to test it at CanJam SoCal 2024 and found it to be quite bright for my tastes. The Mecha was also there, and that is where I first experienced this single dynamic driver release from DITA, which is tuned more style. I was so impressed by my initial impressions that I awarded the Mecha "Biggest Surprise" in my post-CanJam write-up. At the time, there was no concrete price revealed, but now it's priced at $899. That is definitely a sizable investment, so let's break down the Mecha and see how it performs.

Build, fit, ergonomics:
The mecha comes in smaller, neon green packaging that helps it stand out among many other sets. The unboxing is pretty straightforward and simple, and inside you'll find the standard affair: IEMs, cable, tips, case, etc. The shells are made of titanium alloy with a brushed matte finish. It's a monochromatic and somewhat understated design, but the shells have some contours and curves that keep it interesting, and it feels very solid and well-built. The left side features DITA's logo, and the right, the company name. The fit is a little tricky for me, but I did find a comfortable fit and seal eventually. The nozzle length is maybe slightly less than average, and the angle could be better, but it really depends on each individual's ears. The nozzle measures 6 mm at its widest point, where there's a small lip for tips. The shells utilize a flat 2-pin connection with a vent located close by for pressure relief. The Mecha comes stock with DITA's new monofilament single-crystal high-purity copper silver-plated Churro cable. It's a non-braided variety and is soft, pliable, and well-made. It does have a bit of memory but is still one of the better stock cables I've come across. It includes a modular connection system with 3.5mm, 4.4mm, and USB-C terminations. The Mecha also includes five pairs of clear Final Type-E tips. I wish there were more variety, but the little storage case they come in is nice. I tested the stock tips and they are decent, but I ultimately preferred the Eletech Baroque tips as they provided the best fit, seal, and sound quality for me. The included case has a neat design, but I'm not really a fan. The plastic build quality feels a bit cheap, although it's at least lined with silicone to protect the contents. A sturdier case, more in line with the excellent build quality of the shells and cable, would be better. The other accessories include some fun stickers and a Velcro cable tie.

Sound impressions:
I would describe the overall tuning as somewhere between V- and U-shaped, with a somewhat warmer disposition. There's a nice bass shelf, but the elevated upper mids/lower treble helps to balance it out. The note weight is on the thick side, but in a good way and not overly syrupy. This set is pretty easy to drive, especially with the USB-C termination of the stock cable, and can get loud from a simple dongle. The Mecha is not the king of detail retrieval, nor does it try to be. It has a nice balance of technical and musical qualities that is right up my alley, and I never found myself wanting more detail. The soundstage is full and spherical. It has more depth than width, but it's still plenty wide for me. While the timbre may not be the most organic and natural I've heard, it does have a certain effortless quality that hits my ear just right. The imaging is very strong left to right but could use a bit more accuracy with distance. The dynamics are commendable, but the sub-bass response really comes to life at higher volumes, so it may not be a great option for low-volume listening. The separation and layering are superb, and it can easily keep up with complicated tracks. There is also a certain cohesiveness that I expect from a single, full-range dynamic driver configuration, and the Mecha does not disappoint.

This set really does sound great with every source I tried, but I found the best synergy with the iFi xDSD Gryphon using the STD filter. I recently reviewed the Gryphon and found that it has a subtle midrange recession to my ear, which pairs incredibly well with the accentuated midrange of the Mecha. It adds just a touch of extra balance to the entire frequency response, pushing the Mecha to the next tier. But you don't need something as expensive as the Gryphon to achieve great sound quality. It also pairs fantastically with the iFi GO link Max, and even the USB-C termination of the stock cable sounds wonderful.


●Lows - While the bass of the Mecha is certainly elevated, it's never overbearing. It's done very and is complimentary to the entire tuning. I'd say it's just shy of true basshead level, perhaps more of a tasteful basshead, meaning it's not going to rattle your skull but it can offer a nice temporal bone massage. The low end is more sub-bass focused than mid-bass. The mid-bass definitely adds a good sense of body and warmth to the overall tuning that is right up my alley, but I'd welcome even a little more. There's a great mid-bass thump, but the actual impact is a little on the soft side. The texture is just a touch on the wet side, but it's within my tolerances and doesn't detract from the overall performance. The extension can get deep and low and offers really great sub-bass representation without sounding like a gimmick. There's a nice, deep, and enveloping rumble and reverberation that accompanies it as well. The low end acts like a warm, bassy hug on the right tracks, and I didn't notice any bleed into the midrange. The speed is quick, and it has a slightly slower decay, which I honestly prefer and suits me just fine. It's not the absolute best-performing or most resolving bass I've heard, but it's tight, controlled, and absolutely fantastic for my preferences.

●Mids - The midrange of the Mecha is quite enjoyable, rivaling the bass response but perhaps falling just short. Vocals are clear and forward, but never shouty. They have a certain level of energy and excitement, but are also rich and full-bodied, with a touch of warmth that helps keep them grounded. Both male and female artists are well-represented in the mix, but the latter might have slightly more presence and a bit of huskiness that I find endearing. These properties also translate to midrange instruments. They may not be the most tonally accurate, but they do have a richness and a sort of thick, syrupy quality that makes them very easy to listen to and enjoy for extended periods. The lower mids do take a bit of a backseat to the bass and upper mids, but things like cello and lower brass instruments are still decently well-represented. Overall, the midrange has a distinct blend of richness, warmth, and engagement, offering a comfort level that is hard to describe but easy to enjoy.

●Highs - The treble is not bright, but neither is it dark. It has a crisp and sparkly quality with just the right amount of edge. There may be a little twinge of spice on sibilant-prone tracks, but most of the time it is well-behaved. The extension is not the best, and I find it lacks some air, but it is plenty enough for me since I prefer a rolled-off treble anyway. Cymbals and hi-hats are very well represented without sounding splashy or metallic. Snares and claps are punchy, crisp, well-defined, and have a bit of an edge, but they are not wince-inducing. There is no real sibilance to deal with here, but I did pick up the occasional touch of harshness with "s" and "sh" notes, but it is very track-dependent. The treble of the Mecha has a way of pushing the envelope of my tolerances, but it makes me appreciate it all the more for it. It brings the energy right to the line without crossing it. It also serves as a good counterbalance to the bass, although it still leaves room for the bass to be the star of the show. It can be just a little fatiguing over long sessions, but that could also be more due to my volume level and sensitivity to treble.

Comparisons: Credit to Super Reviews for the graphs.

●BGVP Phantom ($900) - This matchup features two IEMs with very different driver configurations: the Phantom's eight-driver quadbrid (2DD, 2BA, 2EST, 2BCD) versus the single DD of the Mecha. The metal shell of the Mecha is definitely more durable than the resin build of the Phantom, although I prefer the Phantom's shell design as it is simply more interesting. They are similarly shaped, but the Mecha offers a slightly deeper insertion, and its nozzle has a lip, which the Phantom lacks. The Mecha is also quite a bit heavier, but I found both to be comfortable for long listening sessions. The accessories are about evenly matched, but I prefer the Phantom's leather case to the Mecha's plastic one. The Mecha has a much more satisfying sub-bass rumble and true subwoofer extension. The Phantom's bass is a bit more balanced between sub- and mid-bass, and the BCD adds a nice body and depth to the low end. The Phantom also has a slightly quicker decay and more mid-bass thump. I enjoy the Phantom's bass, and I think it's probably the strongest aspect of its tuning; however, the Mecha's bass sounds more natural to my ear and is undeniably impressive, especially considering it's a full-range single dynamic driver handling the entire frequency response. The Mecha's lower mids have a little more weight and presence in both male vocals and instruments. The upper midrange is also quite a bit more forward, better aligning with my preferences as a fan of prominent vocals. Female artists sound especially better on the Mecha as they are accentuated without being shouty or thin. The treble is where these two deviate the most for me. Now, graphs are a great tool, but they cannot tell the whole story of how something will sound, and this comparison is a good example of that. While these two graph eerily similarly in the treble, they could not sound more different to my ear. In my experience, driver type can have a big impact. Neither graph shows a ton of air or particularly bright treble, but in ear, the Mecha's upper end falls almost dead center in my preferences, while the Phantom is just way too bright and thin for me. The Mecha still has a touch of excitement in the treble, but absolutely no harshness or thinness. As for technicalities, the Phantom's soundstage is fuller, although the Mecha's is a little more expansive. Detail retrieval and imaging slightly favor the Phantom, but timbre and dynamics favor the Mecha. I think these two are more alike than different, but their differences become more obvious when doing an A/B comparison. Both have healthy bass shelves, but the Mecha has better sub-bass extension and superior rumble. While both offer good vocal presentations, the Phantom can sound a bit recessed in the upper midrange, and the treble is very bright and thin. It really is a marvel how two sets with such different driver configurations can measure similarly but sound so unique. In this case, fewer drivers are better for me, and I find the Mecha's single DD truly impressive.
My pick: Mecha

●Letshuoer Mystic 8 ($989) - Here we have a single full-range DD versus an 8 BA configuration. Both sets have decent unboxing experiences and accessories. I'd give Dita's modular Churro cable the nod over the Mystic 8's cable, but the latter has a better tip selection and a sturdier case. Both have metal shells, but their designs are starkly different. The Mecha does feel a bit more durable, and the brushed matte finish seems better poised to withstand normal wear and tear. The Mystic 8's aesthetic is quite unique, and I personally think it is the better-looking of the two. The Mecha's shell is a little bigger, and the nozzle is a bit shorter. The Mystic 8 offers a better fit for me due to the shell shape and angle of the nozzle. Like their overall designs, the sound signatures of these two are also quite different. The Mecha is U-shaped with bold bass and an emphasis on the upper mids/lower treble. In comparison, the Mystic 8 lacks a certain amount of energy and engagement, as it pretty strictly adheres to a neutral tuning. The bass is probably where these two deviate most. Not only is the quantity higher on the Mecha, it also offers better sub-bass extension, more mid-bass warmth, and superior rumble and reverberation. The Mystic 8, though, does have slightly better resolution and speed, and a faster decay. The midrange is probably the strongest aspect of the Mystic 8's tuning. It has strong instrument timbre, and both male and female vocals are well-represented, with just enough emphasis to stand out. Personally, I like my vocals to be a bit more forward and prominent, with a touch of warmth and a certain soulfulness and musicality that the Mecha provides well. The midrange is a bit flatter on the Mystic 8 and lacks the same depth as the Mecha, although it does have a cleaner bass-to-midrange transition and a bit more lower-midrange emphasis. In the treble, the Mystic 8 continues that sense of neutrality and balance, while the Mecha has a bit more energy and emphasis in the lower and mid-treble, but also less air and extension. However, the more boisterous bass response of the Mecha serves as a great counterbalance to the added treble energy, and it actually comes across as less bright than the Mystic 8. Things like cymbals, hi-hats, and snares are a bit thinner and slightly harsh at high volumes on the Mystic 8 compared to the Mecha. As for the technicalities, the Mystic 8 has slightly better timbre, imaging, separation, and detail retrieval, whereas the Mecha offers superior dynamics, soundstage depth, and note weight. This matchup really comes down to tuning preference. The Mystic 8 adheres well to a neutral tuning, and the entire frequency response is very well-balanced, coherent, and enjoyable. But the Mecha hits many points of my preferred tuning. The bass is quite bold, with great rumble and reverberation; the vocals are more accentuated and forward, and the treble is rolled off with just a hint of sparkle and energy to keep it interesting. Add in a deeper and more immersive soundstage, and the Mecha is simply too good to ignore.
My pick: Mecha

In conclusion:
The DITA Mecha is a really impressive full-range single dynamic driver IEM. In fact, I feel confident in saying that it is the best single-driver IEM of any type that I have heard to date. The build quality of the titanium shells is very strong, and the understated, somewhat industrial design is uniquely eye-catching. The modular Churro cable is also one of the better stock cables I have come across. While build quality, design, and accessories are all important factors to consider, the real draw of any IEM is its tuning, and the Mecha definitely delivers on that front. It has a certain degree of fullness, warmth, musicality, and engagement that is rare to find in any IEM, let alone one with a single driver. The bass is elevated and bold, with a great sense of fullness. The midrange accentuates and showcases vocals, helping them stand out even among the boosted bass. The treble offers just enough sparkle and air to create a finely tuned balance without sibilance or a bright tilt. For me, the Mecha is the epitome of a bassy all-rounder that suits my library very well. It is also somewhat forgiving of poorly recorded tracks, and it has a certain cinematic quality that makes it great for movies. While I am personally not a big EDM fan, the Mecha has an undeniable synergy with this genre and it might be the perfect pairing. Every EDM track I tested sounded phenomenal, especially the bass, which was never overbearing but far from shy. Also, there were no bothersome or peaky treble notes. It is no understatement to say that I absolutely enjoyed my time with the Mecha, and what DITA has created is a testament to the quality of performance a single driver is capable of delivering. While it is a truly great set, it is still not a perfect one, if such a thing exists. I found the fit to be a bit shallow for my ear, and I would have liked a little more warmth and a little less overall treble energy. I also wish it were a little cheaper, as it could be a real market disrupter around $600–$700. That being said, I am confident that lovers of both bass and vocals will find much to love in the Mecha, and I give it a glowing recommendation.

promising model 2024/25 with a fairly wide dynamic range of Dita-house sound, strongly recommended!

I'm afraid that introductions are not my strong point — in this regard, the work done by the guys @Leonarfd @nikbr @Trance_Gott @Jaytiss @Scubadevils is more talented in unboxing and the breadth of musical views; maybe this is a plus, so as not to repeat someone's words, so I'll touch the ground! I will be far from the first to share my impressions of Singaporean novelty, but please be lenient with my first review on Head-Fi

What prompted me to speak out? Well, we all hear differently and everyone has their own preferences for genres, equipment, modus operandi, and most importantly, convenient time, which we all value; I admit that I have the opportunity to buy not as often as I would like per year, taking into account the conscious limit for this hobby — in fact, I conduct a longitudinal analysis, expecting a galvanic reaction to my tastes / habits after months; for example, I had Softears Turii Ti at the forefront for two years, and every evening with them I developed a tolerance to the titanium drug, but last year's Horizon Doom Basic (by the way, they are much heavier than Mecha) managed, playing with new colors, to give a completely different direction to my impressions of the resolution and tonal balance of single-DD...

So I learn to appreciate what I liked, let it go and move towards something new, challenging my bias (yeah, by nature I'm rather conceptual); Mecha (hereinafter — Mch) got on my radar from the moment I saw a photo of them in prototype, so at the end of last year I decided to pull the trigger, and now, having collected my thoughts, I realized that Mch fall into the procrustean bed of my favorite bass tuning! I didn't like them out of the box, so much so that I wanted to sell them as a bundle with Project M (hereinafter — PM), but after trying them for a month, I changed my mind (cable rolling, damn it ahah); I can't say that I like it when the volume wheel on Brise Tsuranagi comes into play, it's just that, when getting an initial impression, I usually listen at a reduced volume DAP, but in order to scale the mid-treble — for example, about 45 minutes were enough for Mch — you will need to at least weaken the dominance of presence peak (either manually with EQ or by another cable); here, alas, the musicality of Mch quickly outweighs its technicality, which makes them a one-legged jumper like a PIXAR lamp!

Another difficult task for perception, when accents of different harmonics begin to alternate (therefore there should be contrasting peaks, right?), and my brain rebels against such a charade (like it tells me add more VOL!!!) — this dirty trick does not work with me; rather, I will simply change the eartips / cable / connection type or take a short break to exclude kind of placebo effect; Mch is a changeling breed, one that demands attention, but does not allow for fantasies in performance: there are practically no euphonic differences, as well as deep extensions of stringed instruments (reverberation, baby), but the focus of Mch shifts to the lower region, where the percussion and abrasive passages of the bass guitar act as a wall, thus allowing you to enjoy the general line of the musical rhythm, minimizing all the recording flaws, not lumping sounds together and sharing the chugalug-sensation-in-the-moment

Such a feeling that there is a tendency for the latest DDs to give them a certain visualization impulse (aww, Tantalus' torments of textures!), which would make one region sound accurate; Mch has a solid lower midrange, behind the cordon of which lie the upper-mid and presence zone, and the high frequencies are all the more walled up in the thickness, rolled under the asphalt (R.I.P.), and all as if for the sake of an engineering compromise — to create a model whose tonal range would correspond to the notorious 'W' (bass-mids-presence) minus upper treble; further there will be notes on comparisons of Mch on Churro stock with my other IEMs neither passing by, nor going over that SPC cable with harsh criticism is included in my impressions; although in part it still affects the tone of the reviews about treblephobia: I urge everyone to experiment with cable rolling, as well as with tips rolling, before bringing in your own verdict

COMPARISONS​

1. Mecha vs Eclipse (from memory)​

2. Mecha vs Nautilus (from memory)​

3. Mecha vs Singularity​

4. Mecha vs Triton Zero​

1. Compared to Мch, Ecs' bass is simply elevated: it is more gentle, veil-like, and its double DD, perhaps, whistles in random mode, while Mch's low frequencies are constant and clearly dominate the track; the sound image on Ecs seems to be spread out in height, over the stadium, and dissipates at a distance — on the contrary, Mch has a parterre: physically everything is at arm's length to the proscenium, narrowed at the edges, but without compromising freedom; if Mch is more tactility, then Ecs is pure virtuality :

2. With Ntls, Mch has more connecting rhythms: an extremely similar lows, and if Ntls has a midrange that is “emulated” by a bone conductor, then on Mch it is neatly monolithic, earthy-booming, vocally softened; here it is not entirely appropriate to compare a tribrid with DD config, but their settings have more in common than Mch and Ecs; Mch's bass is qualitatively better, but there is less of it than in Ntls, which is also supported by BC, the same applies to the highs: with the Ntls planar, they sound sharp, but not piercing, while Mch has a more organic presentation, despite the lower treble roll-off :

3. But Sngl already has a joker in the sleeve — scalability, which these IEM demonstrate when connected to a portable amplifier, giving Mch a head start; I won't beat around the bush, I've been using Sngl for about a year now in a pair with a silver shielded cable, which gives the highest stage setting of all the combinations I've tried; for me, the lushness (in contrast to the solidity of Mch) can be characterized by a sharp bass permeability of the midrange with a sparkle of air, where Sngl, like nitrous oxide, brighter catalyzes the "taste" of the bass and the saturation of its perception — you have to hear it once; it's purely subjective, so :

4. Zero, at the moment, are my favorite tribrid with a greater bass shelf lift than Mch, and an increased emphasis on the upper mids; if I had an imagination, I'd call them Turii-on-steroids — they echo the soft crystal clarity of the highs of the much-loved titanium version of these IEM — Mch lacks the expressiveness of Triton, which makes the sound more extended; alternating pairs, I feel a slight tightness, a textural clot of midbass and an incomplete resolution on Mch — Zero play with a light hand, but their “filling” is juicier and is not determined by the hybrid: the level of coherence of the units is higher than that of Ntls; so, :

FEW WORDS ABOUT CABLE ROLLING​

Here the changes, metaphorically, could be called a gain in altitude — on the stock everything is fecking turbulent (the sound is abrasive in places, to the point of shaking in the chair, and nicely shakes the skull), and through PW FTS it's already as if on the 1st near-earth: supersonic flight on a black background, clearly demonstrating all steps of the bass that rendezvous under smart control of the track speed; in general, I noticed a certain peculiarity of the combination with the same material IEMs — Turii, Eclipse, Maven-II — PWAudio cables. In any case, at the level of perception, this would be read as an aroma that gives birth to appetite or a script for a movie in your head — I'm in favor of copper, because I categorically do not like effect of a silver wire with titanium since the time of Softears decision, spoiling the sound with greater pseudo-resolution than bringing cohesion of the edges of the front.

...AND AS A CONCLUSION​

When my honeymoon or, as audiophiles call it, the new toy syndrome, comes to an end, Mch is still perceived by me as an extraterrestrial combining technofuturism with art deco — Mercedes Streamliner immediately appears before my eyes, concealing in untapped power; I am sure that the potential of such DDs will last for a long time, since Dita's developments were able to be embodied in the new line started with PM, and, nevertheless, I am already anticipating the upcoming flagship based on CNC design... Thank you for your attention! I will be glad to hear your comments or questions below for further discussion.

DITA AUDIO ‘MECHA’
Single Dynamic Driver - $899



Available from DITA HERE

Introduction

My introduction to DITA was the wonderful Perpetua, followed by the very different but equally wonderful ‘Project M’ which I reviewed around this time last year – Project M was somewhat polarizing due to the brighter tuning which of course doesn’t suit everyone – when DITA announced Mecha maybe around early summer last year, it created quite a buzz based on the description of being the ‘antithesis of Project M’, i.e. the exact opposite of the Project M tuning… a warmer, bass-focused set – some early sets prior to launch were very well received at various audio events again around the middle of last year, but another 6 months or so were to pass before Mecha would ultimately be let out in the wild… this wait certainly built excitement and anticipation, and I was very pleased to finally get Mecha in my hands in late December.
I’ve noted before how much I admire brands like DITA where they take care in the development of new products, never rushing anything to the market – only releasing when they are absolutely satisfied it is ready to plug into our eager ears… even with me sending regular emails to DITA asking ‘is it ready yet, is it ready yet?!’
The Mecha was sent to me free of charge in exchange for my review, and as always, all thoughts and pictures are mine, with no input from the brand. Thank you to DITA as always, it is a pleasure to work with you and I am genuinely thankful for the opportunity.

About Me

I worked in the consumer electronics industry for a large part of my career and have been passionate about music and technology for as long as I can remember. Even as a small child, I would ask my mum to put records on the turntable (Abba, Supertramp, and Planxty if anyone is curious).

My music preferences are very varied—anything from classical to techno, indie rock to jazz, and everything in between. In my early teens, I was a big fan of bands like The Cure and The Smiths (still am all these years later). I was bitten by the dance music bug in the early 90s, becoming passionate about genres like techno, house, trance, and IDM. I amassed a huge collection of records and CDs, DJing at various parties and occasional pirate radio station slots. Although it remained a hobby, I still own thousands of records, and my trusty Technics 1210 turntables are still going strong 30 years later—a testament to Japanese engineering!

I am not a professional reviewer, just an enthusiast who loves music and the devices we use to listen to it. Over the last few years, I have become obsessed with IEMs and related gear. I've bought and sold many, and kept a select few—ranging from the $20 Moondrop Chu to kilobuck sets like the Aroma Jewel, Oriolus' infamous 'Traillii,' UM Mentor, and various beloved single DDs. Through this exploration, I like to share my thoughts with the Head-Fi community, hoping they might be useful to others. However, remember that this is a highly subjective hobby, and your mileage may vary.

While I've been fortunate to own and try a variety of the TOTL sets on the market, I honestly enjoy lower-priced sets as much - especially as the gap continues to close, many much cheaper sets now offering significant value and further driving diminishing returns.

I’ll admit I do suffer from happy ears—rarely do I find an IEM that I genuinely dislike. At this stage, there are very few truly "bad" IEMs; it all comes down to individual preferences. Since I listen to such a wide variety of genres, I almost always find synergy with some part of my library. Where I tend to deduct marks is in areas like value for money, poor accessories, or an uncomfortable fit—things that can detract from the overall experience.

About DITA Audio

DITA Audio builds products embodying a quest for the sublime, based off the premise that a well-crafted product is an experience in itself. Beyond the realm of audio, DITA looks to engage partners and clientele with a curiosity and passion for complete design integration and execution. Driving collaborative ventures in the fields of design, engineering and manufacturing to that end.

Established in 1971, DITA's parent company, Packagers Pte. Ltd, possesses 49 years of research and experience in automation and engineering: Treasured and translated into the uncompromising commitment to craft imbued within every DITA product.

DITA's heart and soul lies in our love for music, both live and reproduced. DITA specifically built a music room at our Singapore HQ as a reference system. Which its engineers and sound technicians use as a reference point in the tuning of each DITA product.

Specifications:

Driver Configuration (from DITA reviewers pack)

Serving as the heart of the Mecha is its 10mm Lithium-Magnesium Driver, stylized as the LiMa driver. This driver was tuned with a full-ranged, rich and immersive sound in mind. It was incredibly important to us that the Mecha sounded in some way sonically distinct of the Project M.

Already thin, light and rigid, the clean, fast properties of Mecha’s LiMa driver are further augmented by two features

· A carbide surround that further adds to the stiffness of the diaphragm and therefore the cleanliness of the sound
· A dual-magnet system for more efficiency and better power handling.

The driver in general is 10mm in diameter and is made of a 9mm diaphragm and a 1mm carbide surround.



Unboxing & Accessories

The DITA unboxing experience is always a pleasure, and Mecha is no exception. While relatively straightforward, it still oozes a premium feeling and absolutely conveys the brands pride and passion for what they do – small touches such as including a ‘Mecha’ sticker, and also a full alphabet/numeric sticker sheet – quirky touches, and I’m not sure how many will actually use these stickers, but again, a nice touch that won’t cost a whole lot.











Accessories



Along with the quirky stickers, you also receive the more practical and indeed necessary selection of accessories to include:

· ‘Churro’ Cable
· Awesome Plug v2 system – swappable connections for 4.4mm, 3.5mm, and mini USB-C dongle
· Final Type E tips
· TANOS Storage Case

Cable

The Churro cable is very high quality, looking and feeling premium. Microphonics are minimal, and the modular ‘Awesome plug’ system is excellent, easy to detach and attach without any complicated locking mechanism, or indeed an insecure mechanism that easily detaches as can be the case. The cable is on the thicker and heavier side however, which for me personally means not a great choice for out and about walking – I am quite fussy in this regard and much prefer a lighter/softer cable.



You get the usual 4.4mm, 3.5mm, and now also a mini USB-C dongle which seems to becoming more common – I must admit I’ve yet to test this.



The cable terminates to Mecha with a flat 2-pin connection which is easy to connect and feels very secure. While in pictures this might look like a QDC, it is indeed actually a standard 2-pin connector which of course allows more flexibility to try others in your collection.





Oh and as an aside, for those who may not know – a ‘Churro’ is a fried dough that is often served in Spain with a cup of melted chocolate you can dip into. I hadn’t heard of this up until visiting Malaga in Spain a few years ago… I left the café feeling a touch full, they are certainly filling and it’s easy to eat more than what might be healthy! It was a really interesting experience though also as a very popular treat in Malaga for the locals.

Case



The TANOS case is the exact same as what comes with Project M and I am not overly keen on it – it can be tricky to wrap up Mecha and store without a couple of attempts to ensure the lid will close, and I feel a tad nervous at times when there is any resistance – not that the titanium shells can’t withstand, but more if pressure applied perhaps to the cable 2-pin terminations and might damage – highly, highly unlikely, but I’m a bit OCD with these things!



Comfort & Fit

The shells are made from titanium alloy and while they have a bit of weight to them, they never feel heavy in my ears. They yet again have an incredibly premium finish, and I love how they have embossed the brand logo on one side, along with DITA on the other – it looks minimal, yet stylish.



The nozzle is a bit on the stumpy side, which for my larger ear canals means I need to use very large tips – none of the included Final E tips are big enough, so as usual, I reach for Acoustune AEX or AET07, the former more frequently my top choice. I must note though that the AEX07 softer rubber material has a tendency to slip off the nozzles, I’ve had to pluck them out of my ear on a couple of occasions. I tried also the DUNU S&S tips but found the bass could become a touch boomy at times.



The shells are completely smooth, and I have zero discomfort regardless of how long I listen. They feel incredibly solid and robust, so I expect can likely take a beating…

There are also two vents, one near the nozzle and another beside the 2-pin termination.



Listening Impressions

Mecha have been put to the test now with a number of sources to include the excellent iFi Go Bar Kensei, Sony WM1ZM2, and most recently getting a lot of time hooked up the fantastic GT2 from Lotoo.

Mecha are easy enough to drive, and I have my GT2 currently set to around 34/100 on high-gain (not ‘super high gain’ which is the next step up on the GT2).

In a nutshell, Mecha indeed is the antithesis of Project M – where Project M took a top down approach, Mecha arguably takes a bottom up approach – a deep low end, reaching next to a lush and full-bodied mid-section, finally up to a competent treble that remains airy but steps back a touch, providing a more subdued experience in this region.

Low Frequency

Switching from the segment I have typically called ‘bass’ to what I feel is more appropriate!

Anyway, the eh ‘low frequency’ response for Mecha is a key attribute of the tuning, reaching down to beautifully deep levels in sub, and excellent mid-bass impact and density. In fact, given the prominence here, I have found as noted with the DUNU S&S tips for example that there is a possibility of allowing this region to become overpowered, resulting in a somewhat boomy presentation in tracks with a bass-heavy focus – kick-drums in techno that already have large impact in my experience really illustrated this. With the right tips however, and even with a source that feeds energy into this region such as the GT2, the bass is better controlled with excellent clarity and steps up to perform to at times jaw-dropping effect… I’ve had many moments of shivers through me, and smile to my face, especially with genres like psychill for example where there is a lot of sub-bass focus – it has a real visceral delivery, with both quantity and quality absolutely spot on.

Midrange

As much as the low end, equally the midrange is a solid selling point of Mecha – going back to my ‘bottom up’ reference previously, we step from the low to the mids and continue a journey of excellence with a wonderful clarity, solid note weight, a touch of ‘lushness’ that feeds into the all-important emotive factor, and a spectacular sense of space for presenting complex tracks with great distinction. Both male and female vocals to my ears are rendered authentically, in that central spot and a touch forward – personally, my absolute preference in terms of location and Mecha has this nailed, combining a fantastic balance of density and clarity in delivery. The upper mids take a bit of a stretch, and do approach my personal danger zone at times – I have had a few ‘nervous’ moments where I thought I’d have to hit the panic button, but thankfully they didn’t quite hit that area of sensitivity for me yet, but caution here perhaps advised in terms of tips choices etc.

High Frequency

I have described Mecha already as perhaps polite or subdued up top, but I think both probably do a disservice – there is actually pretty decent extension in the uppers, and very impressive how DITA have managed to tune a single driver to be highly competent in each region. I would say perhaps the most upper regions of the treble are where it falls off, you don’t get the same crisp bite as say a set like the IE900 from Sennheiser.

Technical

While detail retrieval is very good, Mecha does remind me still that there are much bigger kids on the block when it comes to more micro nuances and overall resolution – Turii Ti springs to mind, or indeed the Perpetua big sibling to Mecha… but both are at least 2x the price – Mecha is admirable in this regard, and I find the overall package to be one of a musical focus. Stage size is wide and airy, with ample room for even very complex, fast-paced tracks. Imaging and layering performs well, but again I don’t think you’ll find yourself drawn to specific segments due to imaging precision – Mecha for me is more about the sum of all parts as a single cohesive presentation… probably what has often drawn me to the humble single DD over the years.



Tracks

Milan W. – I Wait



I discovered this excellent album as a result of a 2024 ‘best albums’ list, I think in this case it was the top pick from Boomkat.

This opening track provides an interesting array of instruments and vocals, putting I would say the entire FR on Mecha to the test at various points, to include somewhat climatic moments where multiple instruments and vocals reach a peak that could at times put an IEM to a difficult test… while still a slow track, there are quite a number of instruments at times occupying the mid-section in particular, but Mecha is up to the task, never sounding harsh or congested – in fact portraying all with ease, and indeed a captivating finesse.

Moon Duo – Cold Fear



This one ups the ante somewhat in that it’s a faster track, incorporating some electronics into the mix in this psychedelic rock offering from Moon Duo. It again puts any set to a bit of a test, especially I would say leaning into the upper mid region where the synths take a stretch in this area – Mecha handles well, I would say marginally close to where I might find excessive but still in a somewhat safe zone. The latter part of the track reaches a point where again there are a lot of competing instruments, but all are clearly distinguished with no congestion. Both male and female vocals sound authentic to my ears, with a distinct central/slightly forward position.

As One – Mihara (2024 Remaster)



A huge favourite for me in terms of reissues of electronic classics last year, from the legendary Kirk Degiorgio – his signature melodic infused techno from the 90s that leans more towards chilling than it does dancefloor. The overall presentation is very good, and a great example of my comment with regards to the overall FR presentation being so impressive for a single driver. A slight nitpick maybe is the uppers have a bit of a raw edge to them, maybe a touch more zing would correct – it’s not quite harsh, but I think I’m just missing a bit of the extension that would compensate for the somewhat upper mids emphasis that can occur.

Androcell – Smile On



I mentioned earlier how much I enjoy psychill on Mecha, so it would be incredibly rude of me not to feature a track in this segment! This genre tends to be very well produced, and often sounds fantastic on IEMs – but you need good bass extension, and you need clear and captivating mids – clearly a box tick for both with Mecha. I find this genre almost addictive at times, and especially when I find such excellent synergy as is the case here.

Portico Quartet – Endless



Three words immediately jump out as I listen to this track: silky-smooth (I’m allowing that be one word ), captivating, and atmospheric – this blend of jazz and electronica is perfectly suited to Mecha. The percussion sounds ethereal and lifelike, with a great sense of space across the soundstage, the sax and strings are highly emotive and again have this wonderful sense of space in their presentation.

Bonobo – Black Sands



I always wondered how this track was left till last on the album of the same name – an absolute masterpiece that might be missed if you don’t happen to listen to albums from start to finish, a sad reality it seems these days due to streaming and ‘younger’ generations perhaps choosing to listen to tracks via playlists – actually come to think of it, my wife only recently mentioned she finds herself mostly doing just that lately! Anyway, this for me is a real feel-good track, that never fails to have a few hairs standing on my arms – again here Mecha delivers an ethereal and visceral experience - the double bass has a vibrant and captivating quality, the sax soars beautifully and there is yet again that overall sense of space for everything to shine but still as a single cohesive musical presentation.

Calibre – Second Sun



Always important I test D&B on an IEM – key to get a sense of how a set deals with not only complexity, but complexity combined with speed. Mecha performs reasonably well, but I prefer a faster driver in this scenario – a set like the IE900 for example has quite an edge for me when it comes to a genre like this… the more v-shaped tuning and very snappy driver just holds up better here, where I find Mecha can sound a touch strained in particular with the fast percussion and edgy snares associated with the genre.

Hainback – Brushstrokes



I’m going to end this segment on a high note, not that I was on a low note per se – but the previous track did reveal where I’m I guess less fond of genre synergy. Moving to an album that sits more in an ambient/experimental electronic realm, I again immediately find myself rather captivated by the tuning – the spacious, mid-focus presentation is wonderfully engaging, and definitely a genre preference for me with Mecha.

Comparison

IE900

My trusty IE900, like an old friend you’ve not seen for a while yet can jump straight into a wonderful conversation as if you’d only had a beer together the day before. The most immediate difference I hear is the resolution, IE900 for me steps forward from an overall resolution perspective, and at the same time sounds ‘snappier’ in how it handles complexity in particular – it has an obvious speed advantage, where Mecha takes a slower route. The higher range of treble here is also obvious, and I do appreciate that extra crisp ‘zing’ on offer up top – it must be noted however that some have found this excessive on IE900, so it really depends on your age/tolerance in this region. IE900 steps back in terms of midrange density, and sits slightly behind. There is probably a similar performance in the low end, but Mecha has more quantity from a mid-bass perspective, IE900 is again more snappy here with a faster recovery from impact. Overall, I would still reach for IE900 when it comes to faster electronic genres such as techno, trance or D&B.


Conclusion

Good things come to those who wait, and indeed let’s paraphrase that to say ‘great things come to those who wait’ in the case of Mecha. DITA took their time to perfect this set, and in my opinion they did just that – from the moment I plucked the IEMs out of the foam, to the several weeks of becoming familiar with their tuning, I can see/hear/feel they’ve really executed yet another true labour of love with Mecha… the Perpetua DNA is very evident, and they share more in common with the flagship than they do with the Project M which takes a different, yet still excellent direction.
While Mecha for me works with most genres, not necessarily a set I’d classify fully as an all-rounder – broadly speaking, I have tended to prefer more relaxed genres where the driver and overall tuning sits better for me. I can’t quite pigeon-hole as a ‘specialist’, but nor is it a champion all-rounder… sitting somewhere between the two I guess – it does most genres well, and some really well. What is often interesting for me is when a review is completed, and where I find myself reaching for that set thereafter to just enjoy music – my hunch here will be mostly psychill, ambient, and the likes of spiritual jazz to name a few.

As noted in the introduction, I have huge admiration for the careful approach DITA appears to have towards their product release cycle, not rushing anything, but building something they can stand proud over – I’d be surprised if those at DITA HQ aren’t delighted with yet another wonderful achievement, and I look forward to seeing what else emerges in 2025… or 2026, no rush DITA, we know you will deliver

DITA Audio Mecha - Bold and fun

Disclaimer

I got MECHA for free in return for a review, I am free to say whatever I want.

All impressions are my own subjective thoughts after having used them for a good time. These are my thoughts at this moment, and as time moves I might change my opinion.
This is also a very subjective hobby where everything from experience, anatomy or age will affect what we hear. Also keep in mind that it is easy to use bold words when talking about differences, while it may be perceived as a small change for you.
While I can perceive something as natural sounding, I do believe we can never get a perfect performance similar to what is achieved live.

Ranking System:
1 Very bad or unlistenable
2 Listenable but not good
3 Average
4 Very good
5 Exceptional or having a special sauce

My rating system highly values what is musical for me, so my rating will always be a subjective opinion.







What is DITA Audio

DITA Audio is a brand from Singapore and this is my second time using their products, easiest way to explain who they are is a quote from them:

DITA builds products embodying a quest for the sublime, based on the premise that a well-crafted product is an experience in itself.

Beyond the realm of audio, DITA looks to engage partners and clientele with a curiosity and passion for complete design integration and execution. Driving collaborative ventures in the fields of design, engineering and manufacturing to that end.

Established in 1971, DITA’s parent company, Packagers Pte. Ltd, possesses 47 years of research and experience in automation and engineering: treasured and translated into the uncompromising commitment to craft imbued within every DITA product.

DITA is a component of ENTRA, an idea-to-engineering entity with over a century of engineering expertise and experience.

www.ditaaudio.com

info@ditaaudio.com



So what is DITA Audio Mecha

This is the newest single dynamic driver from DITA Audio, Mecha is priced at $899. This is using a LiMA-Carbide Driver is 10mm, this is controlled by a double magnet configuration to get better power handling and efficiency. They also mention that the 1mm of Carbide that surrounds the inner 9mm driver is used to get better linearity achieving amore clean performance, letting the sound be more separated.

https://ditaaudio.com/products/mecha

Case material

2-piece Titanium, CNC machined

Interface

2-pin flush mounted female receptacle
0.78mm female pin diameter
3mm female pin pitch
Compatible with majority of aftermarket cables

Cable

1.2 meters end to end +/- 10mm
Mono filament single crystal high purity copper with silver plating
PE based internal jacket
Noise rejecting twisted quad
Twisted pitch : 1.2mm
TPE based external jacket

Source Interface

Awesome Plug Version 2
Patented in various markets
3.5mm 3-pole and 4.4mm 5-pole, USB Type-C DSD capable internal DAC included in package
Max cable diameter 4.6mm
AL 6061 Anodized locking barrel
Metal to metal threads for durability and secure connection

Dynamic Driver

Lithium Magnesium Composite diaphragm
Carbide Composite surround
10mm diameter matched pair
Impedance : 32 Ohm
Sensitivity : 113 dB
Frequency response : 20 – 20,000Hz

Venting

Two way aperiodic venting system
Internal acoustic suspension venting with controlled chamber

Storage Case

Stackable Sustainer format
Modular Heavy Duty ABS
Patented T-Loc system
Soft silicone insert on upper and lower lids
Made in Germany



The shell is made from a 2 piece CNC machined Titanium, making it both look premium and rugged. The surface is on the matt side instead of polished, and is more resistant to scratches and fingerprints.

They use flush 2-pin sockets, so after market cable is easy to do. The socket is also quite first and solid, not too tight and not loose.



The shells are above average ergonomic for my larger ears, the nozzles have good length and the shell has nice grooves to help secure the fit. Nozzle width is 5.9mm, and the weight is 13.4g per unit.




The Mecha arrives with a refreshing green box sleeve, making it look very much apart from most boxes. Within the accessories there are also some stickers that follow the design, so if you love to use stickers you get it here, both a big Mecha sign and letters.



The rest of the accessories are very similar to their previous release Project M, you get the glow in the dark Final Type-E tips that provide a warm and balanced sound. The cable is not the same as the Project M, this time we get a more chunky cable that is called The Churro Cable.

You get the same heavy duty German made Storage case, it is a cool case with the only downside being the size being too small for many cable and IEM combos.



The Churro Cable is a custom-designed and produced cable for the Mecha, this is Monofilament single crystal high purity copper silver-plated conductors. The cable is on the thicker side but is still comfortable as the weight is just slightly above average, and it's quite pliable and soft and never tangles due to the TPE material. It also sounds great with Mecha, does nothing to hinder the sound and I see no need to upgrade it unless you want to.

The cable also has modular hardware, with 3.5mm and 4.4mm jacks. The last one is a DITA’s APV2 Type-C connector, giving you dongle cable with sample rates of up to 384KHz/32bit. Most of us who use such expensive IEMs will use dedicated sources, it is still a nice thing to have included.



Sound impressions

The sound of Mecha is what many would call V shaped, but personally I find this a little wrong. As the boosted bass is in harmony with the midrange as both have similar energy, the highs is the only part lagging a little behind.

This has been tough to evaluate, for one as I am dragged into the music and loved this from day one. To start finding flaws I had to have it for a longer time to get out of the new toy syndrome, to be a little more objective(though my onions are always subjective).

The overall timbre is a little off, but this is partly due to me preferring not as energetic midrange.

Going to use the ranges here in review:







Details and soundstage

Detail in IEMs is down mostly to quality driver and how it amplitudes the frequencies, also when the driver is faster it increases the resolution you hear.

For having such a thick and punchy low end the overall resolution is very capable, this is due to both the driver and tuning. The bass thickness does take away some clarity and separation, but not much at all.

I tried to evaluate this in two ways, one with adding an EQ to flatten out some of the bass and upper energy. To listen more directly to how nuanced and capable the driver itself is, doing this I found this to punch above most my other sets in the fine details and with a very good separation and stage. Stage is a little smaller when EQed, probably since the upper mids help widen the presentation.

The stage presentation is very dynamic, it's layered from both very close to being wide and deep. I have heard larger sounding sets, but this still ranks above average. The separation is also very good, in short the stage is very holographic and immersive.

Bass

The bass quality is DOPE, this is probably one of the best single dynamic drivers for bass aficionados. It has a good amount of quantity and reaches into the deepest sub bass, the bass is also very impactful and can slam really hard. Decay is on the faster side and matches excellently as the quantity of bass is on the north side, this helps the bass not take over too much.

This is a warm set, so if you don't enjoy warmth stay away. For the rest of us this is one of the best sets for bass quality alone, we can enjoy technical and immersive low end.



Mids

This part surprised me and also was a little problematic, the midrange is emotional and engaging for both vocals and instruments. The problem is that I am a little sensitive to upper midrange energy, and this is forward on Mecha. Due to this I have been more limited to sources and tips to match the Mecha, another option is to add a fine 500 mesh on the nozzle (but this limits some of the dynamics and flow of the sound).

When I match the Mecha with softer gear (tubes,R2R) the midrange is excellent, it has a balanced but energetic approach that is good for both male and female vocalists. Guitars and strings sound clear and crisp, and are able to get through the bass energy.

In a way this is a basshead set for the midrange lover, so you want the midrange to be clear and pop but also want that slam.

Treble

The treble is clear and extended, cymbals and other overtones have a natural shimmer to them. The energy is a little under the midrange as the low treble and upper mids have more presence than the air, the shimmer is also quite fast and does not linger that long.



Synergies

While I have enjoyed this IEM a lot it also had some issues, mainly the upper midrange energy being borderline for me.

The bass is super satisfying and among the best, the bass also balances out some of the upper energy of Mecha making a fun but technical set.

Found out quite early it was source picky so using my desktop R2R and tube setup is awesome, found out the new M8T DAP does the same in tube mode. Both softening the upper energy and making it more rounded, cliché description but it is more musical. The stock cable does a fine job, I changed it out just to have something that look more premium with better ergonomics.



Comparisons

When evaluating the sets I use each of them over longer periods and also some shorter sessions swapping back and forth, it takes a long time and is not done in one sitting. The most critical comparison is done on my desktop setup that is highly resolving, with volume matching to take away loudness variance.

The spider chart is slightly exaggerated on some points to show differences, this is a subjective evaluation and reflects what I prefer.



Dita Audio Project M

Project M in short PM, is a very capable and technical set with clean transients and a bright tuning. Transients are softer and more analoge on Mecha, on the technical side the driver of Mecha is a little more resolving. Soundstage is very personal, for me PM is not as spacious and holographic as Mecha.

Bass is excellent on both sets, the quantity is much less on PM. PM has slightly faster decay, but less impact on kick drums and lacks the visceral effect. The bass lingers about the same, but the warmth on Mecha makes it seem more slow at times.

I find the midrange beautiful and safe on PM, Mecha has more clarity and presence for instruments and vocals. PM is less prone to sibilance or being fatigued due to midrange, but also lacks some magic. In a way both have midrange tuning that suits the warmth and treble, the upper dip of Mecha helps the lighter bass come trough. While Mecha needs the mids to cut through/balance the bass.

The highs is where the magic of Project M is, it is forward and elevated more than what's natural. Either you love it and can handle it, while some don't. PM is more airy and open, definitely has more bite and shimmer in the music. But can also come off as uncanny as it is too much, and could be of better quality. So in the end the highs are more natural and realistic on Mecha, power of a good single DD instead of one BA pushed.

634ears LOAK2-TX02

They need about the same amount of volume, just a few notches more on Mecha. The transients are a little more clean on LOAK2-TX02, also affects it picking up a little more details. Stage is a little more spacious also, Mecha is also above average but less than the 634ears in width and depth.

Bass has more weight in the music in LOAK2-TX02, part reason is bass/mids ratio but also since I believe it has even more bass extension. Pure punch is stronger on Mecha, the bloom lingers shorter also.

The sound is softer in the midrange, I assume this is because of less upper mids in LOAK2-TX02. So due to this the mids are a little boring after having heard Mecha beforehand, but also means some music is more pleasant.

Highs is a little more shimmery on the 634ears, difference is not day and night but it had that little extra up top for extra realistic sound.

Campfire Audio Cascara

The Cascara is more easy to drive and needs less volume, it is also more source picky. They are about equally technical with a little win for Mecha, the sound is more coherent on Mecha and has a little softer transient response. Soundstage is larger with Cascara, specially on the width while Mecha is more holographic and dynamic.

Both are warm sets with lush bass, little more bleed and thickness on Cascara. The quality of mid bass punch is about equal, impact of Mecha is more tactile. Sub bass is also quite equal, the balance is better in Mecha while Cascara has more mid bass weight.

Brighter instruments and female vocalist are more expressive with Mecha, while Cascara is less intense and coherent. The Cascara can have a tendency to get sibilant on music already prone to it, then Mecha handles it way better while also having more presence. The highs are about equal, perhaps Mecha being a little better quality.

QDC x Fitear Superior EX

The Superior EX is a warm and smooth set, the transients are definitely of a more smooth side than Mecha. Even though the smooth character Supremacy has quite good dynamics and picks up detail well, but not at Mecha level in resolution and clarity. For example, listening to intense death metal, the Superior EX can struggle with the speed and Mecha does it with ease. Soundstage is holographic on both with a smaller stage on Superior, also a little more immersive on Mecha.

Bass is softer and more slow on Superior EX, both have excellent sub bass rumble but Superior lacks good impact in the mid bass. Overall quantity is very similar, but since the upper parts are not as forward the EX sounds more warm.

Midrange is also of softer nature, good for relaxing and not analysing. But this also means the EX will lack the presence some need, in return nothing is ever fatiguing, sibilant or bright.
Same can be said for the air, it has less shimmer and energy than Mecha.




Music

Click here for Audio with Leo playlist

When comparing Mecha I have used the tracks listed here and more, I will also provide a few albums I have enjoyed lately. I enjoy the Mecha with a wide range of music, my favorite genre is electronica and it can be technical tecno to ambient stuff. But it also play metal and rock well, just that it can get a little intense over time.


https://tidal.com/browse/album/641409?u

Probably an record unknown to many, it is a gem within the fusion genre and is an instrumental record. Fusion is awesome on Mecha, as it has both energy, clarity and body to make it be more enjoyable.


https://tidal.com/browse/album/188224042?u

I find older recordings like this to be best on stereo systems, still sound very good on Mecha and with a small crossfeed tweak even better. For being a set with such an impactful low end it has a surprisingly clean and detailed midrange, while not my favorite set for jazz or classical it does a pretty good job due to the resolution and spacious stage. It's only on the more intense brass parts where Mecha can get too much, hence why I also am source picky.


https://tidal.com/browse/album/96797975?u

An older favorite of mine, not mentioned often by Infected Mushroom fans. It has a more melodic style than their other albums, and sounds really well on Mecha. Same can be said for electronica in general, probably the main genre for me on Mecha.


https://tidal.com/browse/album/77703636?u

A modern classic within Rap, I am not a big enthusiast of rap or hip hop but do come back to Kendrick Lamar every now and then. Very similar to how electronica uses longer decaying bass lines through synths/software it needs good DDs, so here also the Mecha can shine and show its deep and impactful bass quality. The Mecha also has great vocal weight and clarity for Kendricks rapping, not to thick or thin.


https://tidal.com/browse/album/371371171?u

Piah Mater has a style that reminds me of the older Opeth recordings, it's more like prog in a heavy metal style. Mecha has great speed for the drums, and sounds both full and clear on the guitar or vocal parts. It lacks a little lingering sound of the cymbals, but not recessed as it has the clarity of the splash. While very fun and full sounding Mecha can get tiresome for me on metal and rock, again back to that upper midrange energy


https://tidal.com/browse/album/376453451?u

I have been quite the fan of Polygonia over the last months, this is together with another electronic artist and they have made good experimental techno. Deep bass lines and interesting synth/software sounds that sound more organic, Mecha is a dream for stuff like this.



Summary

The Dita Audio Mecha is a very impressive release from the Singapore brand, it is built like a tank in a titanium shell and has a bold and big sound. This could be the midrange lovers set that also want visceral and fun bass, it has an energetic but balanced approach that works really well.

You get a high performing single dynamic driver IEM from Singapore, that is tuned more on the fun side while also being technical. The included accessories and box is excellent, except for the case being a little small for storage.

No IEMs are perfect, this is no exception. I would say that the upper midrange and lower part of the treble is too forward, but this is fixable by using a mesh filter on the nozzle. Another way of addressing this is using less bright source gear, the new M8T in tube mode comes to mind. The upper energy is also a thing many will prefer, as this makes the sound have a good presence to balance out some of the energetic bass. For the sound this is my only real con, I could mention that Mecha play better loud than low volume, this also depends a little on the source.

Thanks to DITA audio for the review opportunity, the Mecha has become one of my favorite sets and I highly recommend it. I will give it a 4.5 star ranking on head-fi with a personal score of 85/100.

THE INTRO

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.


Welcome to 2025 and with that a slight revision of my reviews. I will avoid 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: I will attach three adjectives to each of the usual topics – the bass, the midrange, the treble, and the technicalities – and elaborate why I deem those describe the segment best. I will then continue with my graphics and quick comparisons, check for the effect of source-rolling and IEM's scalability, and finish with a quick summary including who this set is (not) for.

I hope you find my newly revised approach an enjoyable and worthwhile read!



Full disclosure, this IEM was sent to me by Asher from DITA Audio 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 stock cable with the 4.4mm termination, and JVC Spiral Dot (M) tips.


THE MUSIC

That's supposedly what we're here for. 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 80+ 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 SOUND CHARACTER



BASS – authoritative, expansive, rich in texture

While I am a big fan of quality bass, I usually tend to like just a bit lesser quantity, since it often means I struggle focusing on the music as a whole and get distracted by constant hum of subbass or kick of midbass. The Mecha is right on the edge of too much for me, which in turn requires a more careful song selection to avoid basing the whole experience on its rich bass shelf - but a few songs in I can get used to the huge enveloping bass too, in stuff like Morning Bird by Sade or The Ballad Of The Jersey Wives by Jeff Beck, the low end fullness is intoxicating and non-distracting. It is both a rumbly and midbassy bass, there is no lack of either. The midbass needs a source that either slightly holds it back from getting too hairy or simply offers sufficient control and speed to handle the otherwise rabid midbass in certain instances. Frankly, my source selection leaves a bit to be desired in this case, but I'll say more on that further down in that particular section. However, when you feel that craving for bass creeping in and not letting go, Mecha delivers big time. Stuff like Sysma by Dusty Kid has never sounded so convincing on any headphones/earphones. These are the first IEMs that can throw some punches with my way over-the-top car audio SQ system while of course still lacking the physicality of sound. The way Mecha moves the air is unmatched. The moving air seems to linger and while the decay is slow it never feels muddy or like an afterthought. In essence, this is a very high level bass that personally remains a half step behind my enjoyment of the Project M's bass which is still my favourite among all IEMs, but that is mostly down to me preferring the lesser amount and hence better perceived control the Project M has.


MIDRANGE – clear, incredibly detailed, tremendous vocal playback

The richness of midrange Mecha provides is second to none. While it does remind me of the Penon Voltage, I think this is a step forward in engagement and sheer fullness while the slightly pushed pinna gain and the slight peak in high midrange balance the warmth out tremendously. This allows all instruments and particularly male vocals to sound impressively full and large while remaining textured and timbrally delicious as we have gotten used to expect from single dynamic drivers. I am thoroughly impressed by the compactness of sound. This is as if chips manufacturers filled the bags right up to the rim again instead of selling us packaged air, but I digress. All notes are grand and clear which is an intoxicating combination. All that would lead me to believe that there is no way it can also be layered and microdetailed, right? … Right? Yeah no, wrong. This is also the best layering I have had the chance to try thus far, where all performers are separated and occupy their own space in this 3D stage. This is Mrs. Lushness and Mr. Resolution holding hands and walking down the beach at sunset. Okay, but surely all this lushness is too much and makes string instruments sound too thick and bloated? Afraid not, even those somehow remain so faithfully stringy with every pluck developing, lingering and floating freely to their natural end rich in overtones. That said, I would not choose this set for any string solos because I personally prefer just a tad more liveliness and incisiveness. Female vocals are handled marvelously too and never digital, shouty or hollow. I'm telling you, DITA perfected this midrange. Not a surprise, since Project M's midrange, while different, was astonishing too, while I have not heard the Perpetua. To sum up, piano has never sounded so complete to my ears before.


TREBLE – velvety, nuanced, never too dry or wet

I have a grand total of 0 major complaints in this treble, except possibly the two that are intertwined with the amount of bass – too little treble air for the amount of midbass, best example is Way Down Deep by Jennifer Warnes where bass (and low mids) are too eager. I would prefer to 'fix' that by reducing the midbass than trying to push the poor single DDs to deliver more air. Otherwise, this is a truly special treble that so beautifully synergizes with the midrange and never feels overly stiff, dry or wet. The hihats and cymbals are perfectly nuanced while remaining velvety and natural. They are not as spicy as they are in real life, but that's really not anyone's preference to be frank. Sibilance is a non-issue regardless the source (but some sources can minimize it further), even in Shivers by Ed Sheeran, a crazily crisp modern pop recording. Despite that, violins and other instruments that make use of this frequency range are not negatively affected which shows the driver's quality and DITA's know-how. I am curious to find out how much of that is thanks to their High-Tech DD, composing of a 1mm wide Carbide outer surround enveloping the Li-Mg 9mm wide membrane – you can find more on that on their website.


TECHNICALITIES – effortless, convincing, a bit undefined in low midrange vs the rest of the spectrum

This is what's really making me scratch my head. There is no more but one single driver handling everything you throw at it. Yet it seems so eager to deliver. A definition of a workhorse. Having to do everything – the dynamics, the note weight, the detail retrieval; be fast and efficient or soft and emotive on demand. Despite me personally having a slight love-hate relationship with the midbass and low midrange which to my ears comes across a tad mushy and busy, the fact all transients are as clean and effortless is a thing of beauty. The separation and the large scale of space around my head this set occupies so convincingly are second to none. In overall clarity and detail this easily competes with the two kilobuck sets I have had the chance to hear lately, the Penon Voltage and Thieaudio Monarch MkIII. While both sport an EST-enhanced treble, Mecha is near on their heels in treble precision and vividness too, but takes less of the spotlight in the overall mix. No matter the instrument, Mecha handles it marvelously in all technical aspects I can think of.


THE 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!








THE COMPARISONS

It is only right to compare the Mecha to other sets with somewhat similar characters, despite their varied price points. These are the SIVGA Que, Venture Electronics SIE and the Tansio Mirai TSMR X.



1. VS Sivga Que, a 1DD, ~60USD

This is the set that comes wildly close to Mecha in certain tonal aspects. The midbass-over-subbass, the low midrange thickness, the pinna gain centered at approximately the same peak, the rolled off treble. Where the differences become most apparent is a mixture of dynamism, authority, note size, treble delicacy, subbass rumble, and vocal naturalness. These are clearly in Mecha's favour. Worth 15x the price? This is a constant ongoing debate that is rather unproductive. Here are the differences and you decide. Mecha's dynamic swings are fully effortless and free of distorsion or sense of struggle, Que seems more strained; the authority is intoxicating and can be likened with a performer that is so sure of his/her craft that he proudly stands on stage and makes thousands lose their breath while Que is a level below and rather stays more in its lane, in its comfort zone; note size and shape is a thing of awe, Que cannot reproduce that fullness and roundness; treble is clearly more nuanced and microdetailed; subbass can rumble like a subwoofer when asked, Que cannot; vocals are more layered and steer clear of sibilance, unlike occasional hissiness on the Que. Enough for the 840USD difference? Well, Mecha is a clear victor of this duel.


2. VS Venture Electronics SIE, a 1DD, ~100USD

A very uniquely tuned single DD that still has no real direct competitors. Well, the V-shaped nature of both - the thick low end and lively high mids/low treble have made me pull the SIE out for a quick knockout round. A metal shell too! How close can it get? The main differences I spotted are bass definition, note weight, vocal placement, and treble playfulness. Bass definition is the easiest one to pick out whenever you choose a song with textured and characterful bass, such as Pitch Black by Mazde. Mecha pulls ahead with just how concrete each note is, whether it rumbles or punches, both are so well developed from their onset, through to their last breath in decay. Note weight does not stop impressing me. I consider the SIE quite heavy-footed, in that good way, but Mecha is a fair few steps ahead with how solid each note is and yet delicate enough to provide crystal clarity. Vocals are a tiny bit further back and less open and freely soaring on the SIE while also just a tad sibilant at times. Treble is much better handled on the Mecha where it always feels in control, unlike SIE's occasional sense of discombobulation. Both have a grand soundstage and that speaker-like presentation. DITA pulls ahead in imaging. SIE is a true champ taking into account the price, but Mecha improves upon everything.


3. VS Tansio Mirai TSMR X, a 2DD + 4BA + 1 custom film retarding driver, ~400USD

A very different set to the rest, at least on paper. But TSMR X is similar in how much bass it can put out and the overall cohesiveness is spot on too. Where are the differences? Well, first off, TSMR X is way harder to drive (not to be mistaken by scalability, I am simply mentioning that it needs more volume to reach the same perceived loudness), so to volume match I had to add roughly 30% of output. And then it was clear quite soon. Mecha sounds larger and better polished around the edges while also having so much more kick and substance behind every note. The song Passenger 57 Main Title by Stanley Clarke clearly allows the listener to compartmentalize the sound and pick it apart to compare these two. TSMR X's bass is boomier and less precise, midrange is a step back in naturalness. Vocal placement is much more to my taste on the Mecha too, meaning the vocals are clearly separated from the mix and stand quite tall and just a bit more forward. Treble is so unbelievably microscopical on the Mecha and easily outdoes the BAs of TSMR X. It's a clean sweep and a landslide victory for the Mecha.




THE EFFECT OF SOURCES & 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. For driving the Mecha, my selection of sources leaves a bit to be desired, since some are simply not powerful enough, others are too sterile and the top dog, the VE Stack, is a warmish source. Mecha would shine on a neutral but highly resolving and dynamic source. The fact Mecha made me eager to explore what can be had nowadays in this segment of sources tells you everything you need to know.

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. For all that are still on the fence about this 'myth' that floats about in our hobby, I wish you could hear how different Mecha sounds on differently potent sources. This is not just about making it louder or tilting the FR either way, this is the driver getting fed all the protein it needs to perform like a proper athlete. This is one of, if not the set, with the biggest jump in quality I have heard in scalability. It affects the performance as a whole, just a boost in each and every segment, most notably bass quickness, soundstage openness, and treble delicacy.




QUICK SUMMARY

The DITA Mecha is another specialty from DITA's labs. Those talented scientists have a way of making rather special tunings work splendidly. While the Mecha is in a totally different category to the Project M I have tried before in just about every aspect starting from the shell material, both have an intoxicating character and some qualities that immediately associate the listener and lead him back to that same lab. Both have stunning bass and mesmerizing midranges. But again, just like the Project M before, this is not an all-arounder in my books. It is a huge sounding set with humongous bass. All of those afraid of bass should look elsewhere. It also requires an immensely powerful source to extract its maximum. So, thread these grounds carefully. Those that dare pulling the trigger and trying the Mecha might be in for a surprise. I still refuse to believe this is a single dynamic driver, the completeness throughout the range would have me guessing it is a perfectly executed tribrid.

Thanks for reading and stay wonderful.

The model Mecha from the manufacturer DITA Audio is the latest upper mid-range IEM and is positioned below the top model Perpetua. Like every model from DITA Audio, the Mecha is also based on a single dynamic driver. Because the motto is less is more. This avoids problems with the synchronization of several driver technologies and the use of crossover networks. In addition to the commitment to DD driver technology, two other virtues are important for DITA. Intense dedication to precision engineering and impeccable workmanship. The name “Mecha” is derived from “mechanical” and reflects the meticulous craftsmanship behind this IEM. A great deal of know-how and experience goes into each of the 6 stages of production to create a Mecha shell from a titanium block.

The DD driver for the Mecha is a completely new development. The 10mm lithium-magnesium dynamo has a double magnet setup that increases the performance of the driver as well as its dynamics. The driver is mounted as close as possible to the sound port directly on the titanium chassis to minimize reflections. The cone itself is 9mm in size and is extended by a 1mm wide carbide surround. This ensures better instrument separation and a more clearly defined bass range.

The cabinet of the Mecha is, as mentioned, precision machined from a single solid block and finished in such a way that the titanium cabinet really is a sight to behold. It reminds me very much of the Maven II from Unique Melody. Both are fabulously crafted IEMs. Titanium is robust and yet lighter than, for example, 904L stainless steel as used in the Dunu Glacier or copper as used in the Supreme v3, which is even heavier. Titanium is definitely more comfortable to wear and of course more robust and durable.



Before I come to the sonic aspects of the Mecha, a few things about the scope of delivery. The Mecha and its accessories are supplied together with a case from the German manufacturer Systainer. In addition to the Churro cable with patented interchangeable plugs in 3.5mm, 4.4mm and USB-C versions, there are also Final Type E eartips, a warranty card, stickers and a two-sided poster. The mecha and its cables fit well into the supplied case, which fulfills its purpose. This shows that it doesn't always have to be a Pelikan case or a round leather case. USB-C what is that? Exactly, it is possible to operate the mecha directly on a smartphone. The USB-C connector serves as a DAC dongle and supports sampling rates up to 384KHz/32 bit. Ingenious - I've never had this included with any other IEM before. The Churro cable is not just any cable, but one specially developed for the Mecha to get the maximum out of the DD driver. It consists of silver-plated copper conductors that are coated with PE on the inside and has a tangle-free soft-touch TPE sheath that does not produce any microphonic effects. The disadvantage of the cable is that it is very soft and can twist quickly. The enclosed poster is double-sided. On the back you will find detailed descriptions of the history of the DITA models and the processing steps involved in the construction of the Mecha. For a package with an MSRP of 899 USD, I am really excited. An IEM made out of titanium with a superb build quality and a high quality cable. You don't see that every day.



The housing is ergonomically shaped and relatively small due to the use of a single driver. The Mecha is phenomenally comfortable to wear. I have rarely experienced such a comfortable IEM. Well, there are almost only hybrid IEMs in my collection and they are all bigger. Several drivers need space. The Mecha doesn't have to deal with this problem. The included Final E eartips are a very good match in terms of sound and comfort. However, I prefer the SpiralDots on the Mecha as they don't dampen the high frequencies as much. With the Final E eartips, the Mecha sounds smoother with a little more bass.

My brand new iBasso DX340 is used for the sound test this time. The new top model from the DX series uses a 1-bit discrete DAC for the first time and is technically and sonically one of the best DAPs currently available. The Mecha is relatively easy to drive and therefore the lowest gain level is completely sufficient. I have already described in my DX340 review that the combination of the DX340 and the iBasso PB5 korgtube amp is a congenial duo, so I will also test the Mecha on this chain.



The Mecha sounds tonally like no other IEM I know. At first, a comparison with the Dunu Glacier comes to mind. The bass of the Mecha is quite similar. However, it has a slightly more powerful push in the mid-bass, but a little less volume in the low bass. But due to the balance, it still goes down really low and offers rumble to the limit when the recording requires it. There are also many parallels down to 5Khz. The Mecha has a greater boost in the upper mids and therefore sounds a little fuller and focuses particularly on a very natural and at the same time expressive voice reproduction. In the 5-6Khz range, the Mecha drops off a little earlier and thus ensures a presence that is not too exaggerated and could come across as too sharp if dosed incorrectly. I think it can also be explained by the principle that the Glacier uses EST drivers for the treble and you can dose them a little differently and they still have a gentle effect and don't slip into harshness. With a DD driver, things look quite different. There is also no artificial boost in the super high frequency range with the Mecha to create more airiness. The sound is already airy anyway. Not at the level of a Kinera Imperial Loki, but it doesn't have such a full mid-range. As only one driver is used, there is no need to use a crossover network. The sound is super coherent from the bass to the treble. For me, it seems to come from a single source. The sound engineers at DITA Audio have definitely done a great job.

Compared to the Glacier, the Mecha is an IEM that is a little more energetic and not quite as smooth. The voices are a little closer to the listener and it plays more directly as a result. However, it is not as full of energy as a Kinera Imperial Loki. It seems even faster, as the individual instruments are not quite as full-bodied and are more geared towards instrument separation of the very highest quality. The Mecha also has very good separation and the DD driver doesn't lose its composure even with complex passages. But with the Mecha you tend to concentrate on the overall sound and your focus is not drawn to each sound element by razor-sharp separation. Rather, you are constantly amazed by the colorfulness of the mid-range.

The bass is also no less than perfectly implemented! Quality and quantity in abundance without missing anything. The DD driver of the Mecha can produce real rumble when it needs to. The midbass kick is a lot of fun with modern genres like rock and metal. In terms of quality, I don't know of any IEM with a single DD driver that tops it. My Fir Audio E12 Custom with its 12mm DD driver can hit even harder at the bottom if you use the golden module, but the balance then suffers greatly and the bass blurs other areas. The E12 also has a different tuning that is aimed more at the bassheads among audiophiles. Don't get me wrong, the Mecha has enough bass and kicks really brilliantly, but the focus here is not on the bass, but rather on the mids, which should unfold their full potential.

The Mecha doesn't shy away from the treble range either. It's only a DD driver, but the details of every recording are smooth and high-resolution and nothing is missed. In direct comparison, however, it can't keep up with an IEM like the Dunu Glacier, which uses 4 EST drivers. Details are then served up even more simply on a platter. But what it conjures up from the one DD driver is still very good. You won't hear a mecha if you try to pick out every recording error with a magnifying glass. You hear a Mecha when you simply want to enjoy it!

The stage imaging is fabulous and the wide soundstage is complemented by very good depth. The mecha makes you feel a little closer to the action due to the slightly more direct playing style. But it is never intrusive at any time. It's still a long way from being “too much in your face”.

The previous impressions were all based on direct operation on the DX340. What does the Mecha sound like when you connect the PB5 Korg tube amp to the DX340? Even more brute and ingenious with more color in the mids! Individual instruments are given even more fullness and the bass range is tighter and has more rumble in the low bass range. In addition, the stage width increases slightly and micro details are even easier to hear. This is an absolute dream combo!

With the Mecha, DITA Audio offers a very good IEM in the range up to 1000 USD, which sets itself apart from the competition with its ingenious tuning. Anyone looking for a very well-balanced IEM with a focus on absolutely fantastic midrange imaging should definitely consider the Mecha. Another big advantage for me is the perfectly ergonomically shaped housing, with which I can listen to music for hours on end. I can't wait to see what else DITA Audio has in store for us in 2025. Perhaps a new top model? Let's wait and see...

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I got to go to Can Jam So Cal this last year, and a lot of the guys who are active on my discord and myself were all talking about this iem. It is interesting as Dita’s last iem was a very unique set that was designed for Treble heads and those that enjoy a lot of air, this iem is different from a lot of other iems. This iem fits a primal need for me and hits a lot of things great.​

Dita
It's not perfect, but its treble is out of this world and has fantastic clarity and details. The sound is clean, detailed, and has enough flexibility to keep most listeners happy. The bass is clear and detailed and enjoyable. The bass is thumpy and enjoyable.




Packaging:

The overall packaging is clean and fun. It has Dita’s unique case, and it comes with a fun bag that is a trend that I see happening more often. There are a nice set of stickers and the warranty card is appropriate for a mid tier iem. It’s a fun unique unboxing experience that is enjoyable overall and brings a smile to my face. It is nice but could be considered a little bit light by some, yet I feel has some fun add-ons with the stickers, design, and thought put into the overall design and packaging. The size of the box isn’t massive, or the most extravagant, but fun and enjoyable.

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Appearance:

The Shell

The shell is special and unique. It is a titanium shell that fits in ear really well. It fits very well and has a build quality that is special. It has a flat two pin cable connector that is easy to swap. This iem shell to me is very comfortable, unique, and I feel exceedingly durable. It’s vented and holds ear tips well. I didn’t really love metal iem shells until this one, this shell has made me rethink my entire approach to metal iems in general and know feel that it can be done in a manner that is awesome and makes sense.

The Cable

The cable is called the Churo cable, which to be honest makes me hungry, as Churos are one of my favorite dessert foods. Performance wise it has both a 3.5, 4.4mm, and usb c connection for those who want it. It’s a nice cable with a slight bit of memory, but it feels durable, flexible and I like the texture of it. The texture works really well for me and it feels unique and that it has a nice build quality.






Drivability and source gear

I didn’t find this IEM to be overly difficult to drive. I tried it on multiple sources, and on my DAP.

In contrast, some IEMs are harder to drive like the Dynaquatro from Binary. It is sensitive to impedance testing. But with an impedance adapter it goes from a neutral set to a very bassy fun set. It’s great like that and almost perfect.


Tips:
The tips are pretty excellent, they glow in the dark, and are comfortable.

The Case

The case is a unique small box that like Dita’s other iems. It has a fun design with a handle on the top, and it is a bit of a challenge to unbox, but once you learn you just need to twist part of it up, it becomes a fun little puzzle. It’s very tactile and unique looking.






Overall Sound

The sound signature of this set features a pronounced V-shape profile—decisively so, rather than leaning neutral or L-shaped—resulting in a dynamic and engaging presentation. While some tracks may exhibit heightened energy, this characteristic contributes to their entertainment value.
The bass response is both refined and gratifying, delivering substantial presence without overwhelming the mix. Its progressive elevation is particularly well-executed, avoiding jarring transitions that might otherwise detract from the listening experience. The cohesiveness is remarkable, and the low-end presentation demonstrates both richness and precision that's uncommonly found at this price point.
In terms of treble, the airiness is competent though not extraordinary. It maintains clarity while remaining pleasant and unobtrusive. The bass impact and slam are particularly noteworthy, delivering a deeply satisfying low-end experience that fulfills all expectations.
The upper midrange exhibits some emphasis and occasional exuberance, yet manages to maintain an overall cohesive presentation that remains thoroughly enjoyable without becoming excessive. While this tuning may not appeal to adherents of neutral sound signatures like Timmy or Crin, it represents excellent value and offers a distinctive, delightful listening experience.


Gaming

For those brave souls willing to venture into gaming with a premium $900 IEM, you're in for quite a treat. The balanced tuning and relaxed presentation create an unexpectedly excellent gaming companion. While some might raise an eyebrow at using such a refined piece of audio equipment for gaming (and perhaps rightfully so), the experience proves remarkably compelling.
The dynamic bass response adds genuine weight and impact to explosions and environmental effects, while the airy treble ensures you'll catch subtle audio cues like footsteps and reloads with pristine clarity. The soundstage, while not ultrawide, strikes an ideal balance—intimate enough for precise positioning yet spacious enough to prevent congestion during intense moments.
What truly shines here is the detail retrieval during chaotic encounters. Whether you're in the midst of a frantic firefight or navigating a complex battle royale endgame, the imaging capabilities are simply outstanding. The IEM presents both vertical and horizontal positioning with impressive accuracy, creating a three-dimensional sound space that gives you a genuine tactical advantage. Every rustle, footstep, and directional audio cue is rendered with remarkable precision.
The cohesive presentation ensures that even during the most hectic gaming moments, you'll maintain a clear sense of spatial awareness. Despite its primary purpose as a music-focused IEM, it proves surprisingly adept at gaming tasks, handling everything from atmospheric exploration to competitive multiplayer with aplomb. While investing in a $900 IEM primarily for gaming might raise some eyebrows, those who already own these will find themselves with a surprisingly capable gaming companion that doesn't compromise on performance or enjoyment.
The end result is an IEM that, while perhaps overqualified for gaming duties, delivers an immersive and precise gaming experience that might just spoil you for lesser gaming headsets. It's a reminder that great audio is great audio, regardless of the source material.










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Sound - Final Impressions

I find myself absolutely enamored with the sonic signature of this IEM, as it masterfully caters to my predilection for profound bass response. The listening experience brings forth an ineffable sense of euphoria. There's an undeniable truth that within each audiophile resides a dormant bass enthusiast yearning for that seismic, thunderous low-end reproduction. This particular transducer executes this requirement with remarkable finesse and authority. Dynamic drivers possess an inherently distinctive character - there's something intrinsically captivating and almost poetic about their presentation. However, it's worth noting that the tuning may not universally appeal to all listeners, particularly due to the pronounced upper midrange that was deliberately engineered to counterbalance the substantial bass presence. This elevation in the upper midrange frequencies serves a dual purpose: it not only prevents the voluminous bass from overwhelming the overall presentation but also artfully maintains coherence across the frequency spectrum, resulting in a more harmonious sonic balance.

Gifting/who is it for: I think this is a nice HiFi IEM to gift to someone, it’s a well made masculine product that doesn’t feel feminine. I recently saw the new Moondrop launched in 2025 that has a waifu on the front. In comparison this is strong fun, armor liking iem, that I think can’t be destroyed, it just feels so durable. I see this as an exceptional gift to a friend, but mainly for people who are looking for a beautiful, fun, unique set that is fun and dynamic with good build quality.

Pairing: I used a iBasso Elite for mobile, my dongle Dac iBasso DC07 for my laptop, and my JDS lab Element 4. I also tried the IEM briefly on the Apple dongle as well. This IEM had no issues being driven. Typically, I only find overears to have a hard time being driven and maybe some planar IEMs.

The Bottom Line​

I love this set, but it’s not a mainstream set that I think everyone will enjoy. I think it’s very special and unique and a worthy iem that people will like who try it. Bass on this set are world-class, and unique. I love dynamic drivers and feel there is something special and romantic about them that I can’t explain with science. I dig it, and find it something enjoyable, and that’s the key with any earphone, that it is enjoyable. For Neutral sets, people might want something different that is more neutral and plain, but it does hit in all the right manners for that bass quality and loveliness.
Highly recommended for end game enthusiasts who are looking for something fun and unique, but not for those who are starting out and need a more neutral set. This aint it.


I'm releasing a Youtube video along side of this!