Thieaudio Hype 10 VS FlipEars Legion
IEM Comparison: Expert & Community Scores Side-by-Side
Thieaudio Hype 10 and FlipEars Legion use 2DD+10BA and 1DD+1EST+1BC driver setups respectively. Thieaudio Hype 10 costs $899 while FlipEars Legion costs $849. Thieaudio Hype 10 is $50 more expensive. Thieaudio Hype 10 holds a decisive 1-point edge in reviewer scores (8.5 vs 7.5). Thieaudio Hype 10 has significantly better mids with a 2-point edge and Thieaudio Hype 10 has significantly better treble with a 2-point edge.
Insights
| Metric | Thieaudio Hype 10 | FlipEars Legion |
|---|---|---|
| Mids | 8 | 6 |
| Treble | 8 | 6 |
| Soundstage | 7 | 7 |
| Dynamics | 7 | 7 |
| Tonality | 7.5 | 6.5 |
| Technicalities | 8 | 6 |
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Thieaudio Hype 10 reviewed by
8.5
Reviewer Score
Youtube Video Summary
Build & comfort hit the modern Thieaudio groove: a compact shell with a gentle wing, secure nozzle lip that plays nice with most tips, and a faceplate that’s tasteful if not flashy. The stock EST cable feels soft and skin-like with tidy ear hooks, a steady chin slider, and a clean Y-split—nothing fussy, everything practical. On-ear fit is extremely comfortable, light, and stable over long sessions.
Tonally, Hype 10 brings impactful—but controlled—bass, pristine mids/treble, and a spacious stage with convincing imaging. It reads neutral with a hint of fun: satisfying sub-bass lift, healthy upper-mids, and air/extension that adds space without splash. Note weight and slam aren’t “insane,” but resolution is high and the overall presentation is natural, clean, and engaging. It’s also one of those rare sets that doesn’t beg for EQ.
Against the lineup and peers: Hype 2 feels flat and unexceptional by comparison; Hype 4 is very close, but Hype 10 fixes the upper-air/treble shortfall and steps up stage and resolution. Versus Monarch Mk I, Hype 10’s extra bass avoids leanness; against Oracle MK3, it avoids that 4–6 kHz “flat energy” rise and sounds more natural up top. Dunu’s Mirai charms but runs leaner with a sharper edge; Jupiter can out-punch and extend, yet the price undercuts its appeal; Diva has special upper mids but the dip-switch fiddle and pricing dull the value. Net: under $1,000 (open-box deals around $800 sweeten the pot), Hype 10 is a standout recommendation—and while Hype 4 gets you ~99% of the flavor if its treble suits you, Hype 10 is the more complete, everyday-ready choice.
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FlipEars Legion reviewed by
7.5
Reviewer Score
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FlipEars Legion stakes its identity on a bold, mid-bass–driven fun signature with a bone-conduction twist. The shell is huge and may challenge small ears, the 2-pin sockets are deeply recessed, and the stock 4.4 mm cable and premium case feel thoughtful and upscale. On the graph, there’s a notable dip through the mids that can sound a touch hollow, plus energy around 4 kHz and 8 kHz that adds bite and sparkle; in practice the set delivers big slam, airy extension, and surprisingly solid imaging for a BC-assisted tuning. A light EQ nudge to the upper-mids/lower-mids tightens tonality and pushes technicals up a tier.
Positionally, Legion reads as a “fun daily driver” rather than a sterile studio tool. Compared with similar BC-flavored sets, it feels more controlled than the Z Empire “party” tuning, and markedly more coherent than cheap experiments like KB Ear KBO2. Against safer picks, Monarch Mk I remains the clean, glassy option, while ThieAudio Origin is a safer all-rounder; Legion, however, brings deeper sub-bass and livelier presence with more character. Versus Triton, Legion’s upper-air/presence has better flow; versus the high-ticket Muse, Legion trades a bit of refinement for long-session comfort, dodging fatiguing 6 kHz glare.
Overall, this is an engaging, charismatic tribid that rewards listeners seeking bass heft, contrast, and BC texture without descending into chaos. It’s not the safest first $800 pick given the mid dip and fit quirks, but as a statement piece from FlipEars it feels well priced, well built, and easy to recommend to those prioritizing musical thrill over strict neutrality—especially with a touch of EQ to tidy the mids.
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Thieaudio Hype 10 Details
Driver Configuration: 2DD+10BA
Tuning Type: Neutral, Neutral with Bass Boost
Brand: ThieAudio Top ThieAudio IEMs
Price (Msrp): $899
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FlipEars Legion Details
Driver Configuration: 1DD+1EST+1BC
Tuning Type: Neutral with Bass Boost, Basshead
Brand: Flipears Top Flipears IEMs
Price (Msrp): $849
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Thieaudio Hype 10 Scorings
Average Technical & Tuning Grades
Average Tunign Grade
A- You get a polished tonal profile that stays natural from bass through treble. Subtle tuning choices keep things engaging.
Average Technical Grade
A+- You get an articulate, polished performance with immersive stage depth and great control. There's a sense of polish across the whole spectrum.
FlipEars Legion Scorings
Average Technical & Tuning Grades
Average Tunign Grade
B+- Tonality is generally agreeable, though a few bumps remind you of its limits. Certain tracks spotlight its tonal quirks.
Average Technical Grade
B- Overall technicalities are acceptable, delivering enough clarity for casual sessions. Imaging is serviceable though not immersive.
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