ryanjsoo
Reviewer for The Headphone List
ryanjsoo's Reviews
Been lurking on this thread for a while as TWS is a technology that really interests me. I've both reviewed and bought quite a few sets in the pursuit of a decently balanced sound and connectivity that, at least, doesn't get in the way. We're getting closer and the new generation is certainly a big improvement over the first wave we saw last year but we still have a ways to go.
With that said, here are some of my recent TWS reviews of models less discussed. The first is of the Master & Dynamic MW07 Plus, a premium offering that competes with the Airpods Pro, MTW, Sony WF-1000XM3. These have mostly been featured on tech reviews sites, but contrary to their reviews, my units both sound and measure very differently from the original MW07, for the better. It is one of the most comprehensive options on the market, a jack of all trades so to speak with 10hr battery life, ANC, IPX5 water resistance and a fin stabilised fit. Their beryllium drivers also pump out a strong sound, with great bass extension, and a U-shaped signature. They are fairly linear in their transitions and slightly bright within the midrange but nowhere near as wonky as the original and most V-shaped consumer TWS earphones out there. Review is up on Everyday Listening and THL.
I've also reviewed the new Advanced Sound M5 TWS on Everday Listening. What's interesting about this earbud is that it features a Harman-target tuning. To my ear, it has a more forward upper-midrange which can make it sound a bit intense and shouty at times, however, it has the best resolution of any TWS earphone I've tested. The driver quality is very good, offering defined, controlled bass and strong detail retrieval. It also has an intriguing faux-custom design similar to wired IEMs but since it lacks stabilisers, I found the fit slightly less stable than class-leaders. It features the QC3020 chipset alongside 9-hr battery life and IPX5 water resistance. The sliding case is delightfully satisfying to use too lol
Hope these reviews fill in some blanks here, happy listening and stay safe
With that said, here are some of my recent TWS reviews of models less discussed. The first is of the Master & Dynamic MW07 Plus, a premium offering that competes with the Airpods Pro, MTW, Sony WF-1000XM3. These have mostly been featured on tech reviews sites, but contrary to their reviews, my units both sound and measure very differently from the original MW07, for the better. It is one of the most comprehensive options on the market, a jack of all trades so to speak with 10hr battery life, ANC, IPX5 water resistance and a fin stabilised fit. Their beryllium drivers also pump out a strong sound, with great bass extension, and a U-shaped signature. They are fairly linear in their transitions and slightly bright within the midrange but nowhere near as wonky as the original and most V-shaped consumer TWS earphones out there. Review is up on Everyday Listening and THL.
I've also reviewed the new Advanced Sound M5 TWS on Everday Listening. What's interesting about this earbud is that it features a Harman-target tuning. To my ear, it has a more forward upper-midrange which can make it sound a bit intense and shouty at times, however, it has the best resolution of any TWS earphone I've tested. The driver quality is very good, offering defined, controlled bass and strong detail retrieval. It also has an intriguing faux-custom design similar to wired IEMs but since it lacks stabilisers, I found the fit slightly less stable than class-leaders. It features the QC3020 chipset alongside 9-hr battery life and IPX5 water resistance. The sliding case is delightfully satisfying to use too lol
Hope these reviews fill in some blanks here, happy listening and stay safe