Since these IEMs have reached the "burnt" maturity level in Indonesia and I just got a chance to try them, let's turn on the stove and oil, then soak them again until they are no longer burnt but dissolved into powder mixed with oil. Here we go... 7Hz Sonus. ==DISCLAIMER== All my impressions and reviews are subjective, based on the belief that "only my savings should be lied about, but my reviews are always honest." Agree? Fine. Disagree? Fine. I review because I want to and enjoy it, not because I need to, lol. Important!! I suggest you audition...

Firstly, thanks to Hidizs for sending the Hidizs S8 Pro Robin unit for an honest review. If it's bad, I'll say it's bad, and if it's good, I'll say it's good. From the initial release, I was quite interested in this dongle DAC because it looks cooler than my other Hidizs dongle DAC, the S9 Pro Plus Martha. It’s supposedly cheaper, which piqued my interest even more. Let's get straight to it... Hidizs S8 Pro Robin. Hidizs URLs: - S8 Pro Robin ($69): https://www.hidizs.net/products/hidizs-s8-pro-robin-hifi-balanced-dongle-dac ==DISCLAIMER== All...

Some time ago, I reviewed the Simgot EM6L, and thankfully, many people asked, "What's the difference between the Simgot EA500LM and EM6L since the price difference is minimal?" Without further ado, here's what you need to know. Straight to the Point... Simgot EA500LM ==DISCLAIMER== All my impressions and reviews are subjective, adhering to the belief, "Only my savings can be lied to, but reviews must be honest." Agreed? Great. Disagree? That's fine too. I review because I want to and enjoy it, not because I need to (LOL). Important! I recommend...

Beauty Requires Investment At first, I was reluctant to review it since it hasn’t gained much traction in Indonesia. But after seeing the IEM, it looked stunning, and the driver configuration intrigued me with the inclusion of a micro planar driver. Does that mean it's a smaller planar driver? I’m not sure of the difference. Let's dive in… Celest Phoenixcall. ==DISCLAIMER== All my impressions and reviews are subjective, adhering to the belief, "only my savings can be lied to, but reviews must be honest." Agree? Fine. Disagree? Fine. I review...

One Step Closer to the Surface of the Rabbit Hole I think I remember when this IEM first came out around late 2022 and started to hype up in early 2023, it had quite a bit of enthusiasm from the Indonesian community. This review is a bit late, but well, because I was given the opportunity and I just wanted to, so I decided to dive into it. As the caption of an Instagram post about engagement says, "One Step Closer," it perfectly describes this IEM. One step closer to diving into the "rabbit hole" of the audiophile world, wherever its origin is...

After previously reviewing its sibling, the EPZ Q1 Pro released in 2024, it turns out that EPZ also released the Q5 in late 2023. I thought the Q1 Pro would be an improvement over the Q5, but why is the Q5 slightly more expensive? And graphically, there doesn't seem to be a noticeable difference. However, the Q5 is quite surprising for its price range. Let's dive into the EPZ Q5. ==DISCLAIMER:== All impressions and reviews are subjective and adhere to the belief that "I'll only lie to my savings; I'll be honest in my reviews." Agree? Alright...

==DISCLAIMER== All my impressions and reviews are subjective and follow the belief of "I only deceive my savings; my reviews are always honest." Agree? Okay. Disagree? Okay. I review because I want to and because I enjoy it, not because I need to haha. "But you're saying this probably because you're biased, right?" Oh, absolutely not. I'm a true audiophile hobbyist who will always be honest without bias. Don't believe me? Read until the end, we'll dissect the pros and cons. "But are you saying this just because it's new, maybe you're just in the...

First released with their Planar IEM, the Kefine Klanar, which can be considered quite successful as it's well-liked by many, Kefine launches its latest IEM, but this time with a Single Dynamic Driver configuration. Haven't had the chance to test the Kefine Klanar, so I went straight to testing their newest IEM because lately I've been quite fond of Single DD IEMs that seem to offer a more neutral and enjoyable sound. Let's just say... Kefine Delci. So my Go-To IEM for commuting now (because if I use my other daily drivers and they break, I might...

"The IEM Endgame for me" is a statement I used to believe in until I reached the point where even after defeating the Final Boss, another Final Boss emerges when our game (hobby) gets an update patch (the release of the latest IEM). So, I titled this review "Chapter 1" because this IEM has become the king of clarity and bass texture among single DDs, acknowledged by reviewers worldwide, and surely there will be contenders for its throne when the new chapter begin (new IEM release). But, before I get hyped up by the community, being a king doesn't...

Thank you to Mr. Harmoko Lie for lending these IEMs to me for an honest review, listening with my own ears, language, and typing. I've seen these IEMs a few times, and from the faceplate and materials used, it seems decent for its price range (around 1.2 million rupiah). Until someone was willing to lend it to me to try out. I was really surprised to find out that it's a 3 DD and surprisingly very... what is it? Let's just discuss it; here is the Artti R1. ==DISCLAIMER== All my impressions and reviews are subjective and follow the belief that "I'll...

After reviewing the EW200 as one of the budget IEMs, which turned out to have a Single DD that is tuned very well for its price range, I became curious about other Simgot IEMs, what are they like? Moved by seeing its Frequency Graph which is V-Shape with Sub-Bass slightly more elevated than its Bass, and treble which has a fairly good extension. After trying it out, the sound produced was quite surprising because it's not like the V-Shape I'm familiar with in my mind. Let's discuss it, Here is the Simgot EM6L. ==ADVERTISEMENT== For those who don't...

Now let's discuss the HiSenior IEM, which apparently many people like abroad but not so much in Indonesia. Not without reason, but let's just talk about it: Mega5EST. Let's dive in! ==DISCLAIMER== All my impressions and reviews are subjective and follow the belief of "I only deceive my savings, of course, my reviews are honest." Agree? Alright. Different? Alright. Because I review because I want to and like to, not because I need to lol. But if you say this because you're just borrowing it? Oh, of course not. I'm a true audiophile hobbyist who...

Letshuoer in Indonesia seems to have gained popularity since the S12 Pro. The reason is clear, an IEM Planar that falls under the "Indonesian student budget" category and tonally favored by many audiophiles, namely V-Shape. I remember auditioning it and indeed the Mid part sounded far from satisfying because of its positioning which is more towards the back and not natural. Then around mid-2023, Letshuoer released an IEM that I've never seen its driver configuration, and in Indonesia, it doesn't seem as popular as its predecessor. So, the question...

Impulsive buying seems to describe my purchase of this IEM perfectly. How so? While spending a week in the hospital, instead of focusing on rest, I couldn't help but notice how stunning this IEM looked. Without much thought, I impulsively checked out for $1199, haha. Turns out, my impulsive buying decision turned out to be the best purchase I made in Q1 2024. Let's dive into it. Here is the Kinera Verdandi. It seems that in Indonesia, there hasn't been much talk about this IEM, probably because the brand isn't as "loud" as others when it comes to...

"Got a new dish, chef!" That's what many people say when there's an IEM that starts gaining popularity in Indonesia. It's not without reason; their relatively low prices catch the attention of many entry-level enthusiasts, who see them as either their first IEM or as an upgrade from something similar in price. Speaking of similar price ranges, the Simgot EW200 has been around for a while now, with fairly positive reviews. So, where does the EPZ stand? Let's talk about the EPZ Q1 Pro! **==DISCLAIMER==** All impressions and reviews I provide are...

I'm actually a bit puzzled as to why Simgot is offering the EW200, which was released almost a year ago, for review. Many call it a "fried" IEM, but surprisingly it's quite popular, which got me, who was initially a bit lazy to review, curious too. After finding suitable eartips and trying them out, BOY... OH BOYY!!, it turns out that in the 500k Rupiah price range, there's also a good IEM and might even become a benchmark for entry-level audiophile friends who are just starting to get interested. A bit late, but here it is, the Simgot EW200. Let's...

For those who have been in this hobby for a long time, they must be familiar with the Kinera brand. Yes, this is the brand that is easily noticed because almost all of its IEM faceplates are exceptionally beautiful and pleasing to the eye. So, I decided to contact Kinera and planned to buy one of their latest breakthrough IEMs. While chatting, Kinera introduced one of its entry-level IEMs. This IEM not only looks beautiful on the outside but also has a very interesting driver configuration. That's the Kinera Plutus Beast. Let's dive in. ---...

Music enthusiasts surely want to be able to listen to Hi-Res music anywhere and anytime. But when faced with many limitations, we still have to adjust to what the market offers. Enter the M300 from HibyDigital, which is surprisingly comfortable but... Coming from the habit of listening to music from a laptop + DAC/AMP that is "sufficient" in terms of power and sound quality (iFI Gryphon and Fiio Q15), and being someone who is extremely averse to fussing over many details, it's very difficult to find an audio device that is portable, doesn't bother...

Double The U-Shape Become W-Shape. Still remember the first time auditioning the 64Audio U4s, which introduced me to a higher level of IEM, especially in terms of detail and tonal, leaving an unforgettable WOW impression until now. As I grew in this hobby, my taste also changed from being a fan of vocals and slight bass to an all-arounder (bright). The interesting thing about IEMs with a relatively high price and boutique brand is that the tonal produced is very unique and not chasing the "harman target" market, which tends to be safe. Starting with...

I would like to extend my gratitude to Hidizs for sponsoring this review by sending me the SD2 unit to evaluate. All opinions expressed here are honest and uninfluenced by any party. I review simply out of interest, not out of necessity, haha. It all began when I won the Hidizs DAC Dongle S9 Pro Plus with Martha giveaway, which led to some "friendly" chats with Hidizs (I guess it was only me claiming it was friendly, haha JK), and they offered to send me their latest product, the SD2 Dongle DAC, which was soon to be released. So let's dive into it...