Hidizs MS3 and DUNU x KOTO ITO use 2DD BA and 2DD+2BA driver setups respectively. Hidizs MS3 costs $169 while DUNU x KOTO ITO costs $199. DUNU x KOTO ITO is $30 more expensive. DUNU x KOTO ITO holds a decisive 3.6-point edge in reviewer scores (3.8 vs 7.4). DUNU x KOTO ITO has significantly better treble with a 3-point edge, DUNU x KOTO ITO has significantly better dynamics with a 6-point edge and DUNU x KOTO ITO has significantly better soundstage with a 2.5-point edge.
Insights
Metric | Hidizs MS3 | DUNU x KOTO ITO |
---|---|---|
Mids | 5 | 5 |
Treble | 2 | 5 |
Soundstage | 5 | 7.5 |
Dynamics | 2 | 8 |
Tonality | 3.8 | 6.4 |
Technicalities | 2 | 5 |
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Build & accessories land in a solid spot for the price: comfortable shells with secure nozzles, clear L/R marks, and a supple modular cable that swaps between 4.4mm and 3.5mm (no USB-C in-box). The hard case is nicely made and pocketable, and the whole package feels durable if not premium. Nothing glaring in QC—just a clean, practical presentation.
Sonically, this is a bold V-shape—huge sub-bass punch with elevated upper mids to keep things lively. The bass can turn boomy/pillowy on some tracks, and a scoop around 300–800 Hz can leave female vocals a touch recessed; treble is clean and controlled, a little dark up top with limited sparkle. Technicalities are decent rather than class-leading—separation and air trail sets like Punch Audio Martillo or Crescent, while tuning kinships show up against DUNU Glacier and even Grand Maestro-style balances. Compared to value darlings (e.g., Truth Ear Pure, Jazzer Defiant), ITO feels more audiophile-flavored fun than an all-rounder.
In DUNU’s lineup it reads as a unique basshead option: very engaging slam, thick note weight, and non-fatiguing treble, but only average mids/technicalities. Think hip-hop/EDM-friendly impact over neutral precision. Verdict: around 3–3.5 stars—competitive at $200 for those chasing thump and excitement; listeners wanting neutrality, vocal presence, or extra air may prefer other picks or a “tactful V” with less bass and less upper-mid bite.
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Hidizs MS3 Details
Driver Configuration: 2DD BA
Tuning Type: n/a
Price (Msrp): $169
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DUNU x KOTO ITO Details
Driver Configuration: 2DD+2BA
Tuning Type: V-Shaped
Brand: DUNU Top DUNU IEMs
Price (Msrp): $199
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Hidizs MS3 Scorings
Average Technical & Tuning Grades
Average Tunign Grade
D+- Uneven emphasis across the spectrum keeps the presentation unsettled and awkward. Acoustic instruments lose their natural body.
Average Technical Grade
E+- A foggy, one-dimensional presentation wipes out layering and obscures the finer points of a mix. Spatial cues barely register at all.
DUNU x KOTO ITO Scorings
Average Technical & Tuning Grades
Average Tunign Grade
B- The tuning leans easygoing, yet occasional unevenness nudges it away from greatness. A bit of EQ polish can smooth things nicely.
Average Technical Grade
C+- An honest, middle-of-the-road performance preserves structure without chasing micro-detail. It's respectable for everyday listening sessions.
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