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IEM Details
The Softears RS10 is a high-end reference IEM featuring 10 balanced armature drivers, precise 5-way crossover, and neutral tuning with impressive sub-bass and exceptional detail—ideal for studio, mastering, and critical listening.
Sound Description
Vocals sound expressive and vivid, thanks to the forward upper mids. A sparkly lower treble injects air and brilliance. Extension is expressive and contributes to an airy soundscape. The soundstage is broad, placing instruments far across the field. Detail retrieval is precise and strong, highlighting subtle nuances. Layering is crisp and textured, creating excellent separation. There’s great control over masking, keeping everything well-shaped. Weighty notes provide a solid musical presence. Slam is powerful and hits with dominant force.
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IEM Details
A flagship 19-driver BA IEM offering subwoofer-level bass, warm midrange, and smooth, extended treble—all housed in lightweight titanium with audio-grade cabling.
Sound Description
A dominant low-end drives the energy forward with deep pulses. Low frequencies come through with depth and slam, energizing the mix. Bass texture hits with commanding presence and physicality. The midrange is resonant and adds emotional weight. There’s a sharp and punchy edge that brings instruments forward. A shiny lower treble injects air and brilliance. A dynamic upper treble brings brilliant finesse to the highs. Soundstage is expansive and helps create an immersive feel. Details are crisp and bring music to life. Instruments are well-defined with authoritative placement across the soundstage. There’s great control over masking, keeping everything expressive. Weighty notes provide a meaty musical presence. Slam is strong and hits with commanding force. There's a shiny edge to S and T sounds, but it remains controlled. Acoustic tones sound organic and lifelike. Tonality is even and harmonious, enjoyable across genres. There’s a tactile quality that enhances timbral depth.
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IEM Details
Despite their small size, the Sony IER-Z1R earphones feature a sophisticated 3-way design with two dynamic drivers and a highly precise balanced armature.
The sound quality is not just high-resolution—it's ultra-high-resolution, reaching an impressive frequency response of up to 100 kHz.
Housed in a precisely crafted, virtually resonance-free aluminum shell, the design ensures that all three drivers remain in perfect phase alignment.
The cables are fully balanced and made from high-purity OFC copper with silver plating for maximum detail retrieval.
Sound Description
There's a robust and layered thump in the sub-bass that anchors the sound. Bass is commanding and deep, giving the music weight and rhythm. Bass texture hits with authoritative presence and physicality. The midrange is subtle and adds emotional weight. The region feels lively and centered, highlighting vocal clarity. A glittery lower treble injects air and brilliance. Upper treble is bright and transparent, adding shimmer and air. Soundstage is expansive and helps create an immersive feel. Details are sharp and bring music to life. Layering is focused and warm, creating excellent separation. Minimal masking ensures a transparent presentation even in busy tracks. Notes carry a rich and robust sense of weight. Impact is explosive, adding excitement to every hit. Sibilance is shimmery but well-handled, avoiding harshness. There's a realistic quality to voices and strings. Tonality is musical, with minimal peaks or dips. The sound has a grainy realism that reveals inner detail.
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IEM Details
The AFUL Cantor combines technical precision with musicality in a hybrid design. Featuring a dynamic driver for powerful bass and multiple balanced armatures for clean mids and sparkly highs, it delivers a spacious soundstage with excellent separation. Tuning leans slightly toward a balanced-bright signature, making it a solid choice for detail lovers who still want some low-end punch.
Sound Description
Sub-bass is strong and textured, giving the music weight and rhythm. There's a layered and impactful presence that hits with conviction. Bass texture hits with robust presence and physicality. The midrange is subtle and adds emotional weight. Vocals sound articulate and animated, thanks to the forward upper mids. A sparkly lower treble injects air and brilliance. Treble extension is realistic and unified, adding clarity without fatigue. A broad stereo image opens up the mix beautifully. You can hear every expressive texture and microdynamic. There’s an expressive sense of space between musical elements. Minimal masking ensures a focused presentation even in busy tracks. Weight feels consistent, neither too light nor too dense. Slam is strong and hits with commanding force. Treble peaks are defined and energetic without discomfort. Most instruments sound pleasant and relatively true. Tonality is well-tuned and musical, enjoyable across genres. Texture is warm and detailed, adding realism to instruments.
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IEM Details
The FiiO FH7 is a flagship hybrid IEM that pairs a 13.6 mm Dynamic Driver with four Balanced‑Armature drivers in a 4‑way crossover. Housed in lightweight aluminum‑magnesium alloy shells and paired with a detachable silver‑plated OFC cable, it offers secure comfort and easy cable swaps. Sonically, it delivers punchy, textured bass, warm, natural mids and a smooth yet detailed treble extension. The kit includes multiple silicone and memory‑foam tips plus a premium carry case for on‑the‑go listening.
Sound Description
The low-end feels uniform and nicely integrated. The bass is present and integrated, delivering a grounded but moderate foundation. The bass feel is warm and dynamic, adding punch to every hit. The midrange is subtle and adds emotional weight. A open boost in the upper mids adds presence and energy. The lower treble is even, helping articulation without harshness. Treble peaks sound sharp and ethereal, enhancing spatial perception. The soundstage is holographic, placing instruments far across the field. You can hear every expressive texture and microdynamic. Layering is even and sufficient for most genres. The mix stays transparent even with overlapping elements. Weight feels uniform, neither too light nor too dense. The presentation is soft and relaxed, without strong hits. Sibilance is cohesive and rarely distracting. Acoustic tones sound organic and lifelike. Tonality is balanced and harmonious, enjoyable across genres. There’s a tactile quality that enhances timbral depth.