Dunu DK-3001 BD VS Hisenior Mega5-EST +Bass
IEM Comparison: Expert & Community Scores Side-by-Side
Dunu DK-3001 BD and Hisenior Mega5-EST +Bass use 1DD+4BA+4P and 1DD+2BA+2EST driver setups respectively. Dunu DK-3001 BD costs $500 while Hisenior Mega5-EST +Bass costs $599. Hisenior Mega5-EST +Bass is $99 more expensive. Dunu DK-3001 BD holds a decisive 1-point edge in reviewer scores (8.5 vs 7.5). Dunu DK-3001 BD has significantly better mids with a 1-point edge, Dunu DK-3001 BD has significantly better treble with a 1-point edge and Dunu DK-3001 BD has significantly better soundstage with a 2-point edge.
Insights
| Metric | Dunu DK-3001 BD | Hisenior Mega5-EST +Bass |
|---|---|---|
| Mids | 7 | 6 |
| Treble | 8 | 7 |
| Soundstage | 8 | 6 |
| Dynamics | 7 | 7 |
| Tonality | 7.5 | 6.5 |
| Technicalities | 8 | 7 |
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Dunu DK-3001 BD reviewed by
8.5
Reviewer Score
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Build & accessories are dialed: a glossy white shell with a subtle steampunk-style faceplate, a metallic nozzle with filter that holds tips securely, and a comfy, slightly thicker ergonomic body. The cable uses recessed 2-pin sockets and DUNU’s swappable terminations (quick screw-on system), plus a quality Y-split, locking chin slider, and a leather cable tie; the right side is red-marked for easy orientation. The package is stacked with tips, a 6.3 mm adapter, and a handsome, leather-textured magnetic case that feels premium. Colorway might divide tastes, but the overall presentation lands as exceptional.
Sonically, this hybrid (dynamic + BAs + micro-planars) aims for a slight U-shape with an even keel: clean vocals, crisp detail, and standout treble extension and air without tipping into fatigue. Bass is tasteful but a bit tucked, note weight leans lighter, while imaging is precise and the soundstage feels open and hi-fi. Compared with DUNU’s Da Vinci/Mirai, this brings more upper-energy and extension; versus sets like Pilgrim, Kiwi Ears 4, and Studio 4, it keeps the sparkle yet sounds more complete up top.
The twist: add an ~80 Ω impedance adapter and the DK-3001 BD flips from neutral-leaning to a fun, bassy brawler—bigger slam, cleaner upper-mids, treble air intact, with diminishing returns above ~80 Ω. That puts it toe-to-toe with curves reminiscent of Fatfreq Deuce (but with smoother highs) and even the HiSenior Mega5EST (Bass) vibe. Stock, it’s a firm S-tier pick that prioritizes extension, imaging, and refinement; with the adapter (or a touch of EQ), it climbs to an even higher S. For a $500–$1,000 bracket IEM, this is a standout all-rounder that many enthusiasts might reach for even over pricier sets.
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Hisenior Mega5-EST +Bass reviewed by
7.5
Reviewer Score
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Hisenior Mega5-EST +Bass comes as a custom set with personalized shells and a straightforward Pelican-style case. The build is compact and comfortable with an easy tip-lip, though the color matching can look inconsistent in certain light and the stock cable feels a bit lackluster—thin, slightly stiff, and not as plush as expected at this tier.
Sonically, this is where it clicks: a tasteful bass shelf for proper foundation, pristine upper-mids for clarity, and airy EST extension that brings out detail without harshness. It tracks close to a personal target shaped by sets like the Elysian Annihilator and JM1—cleaner and more engaging than the stock Mega5-EST, which can feel like “clean water” to some. Comparisons paint the path here: the affordable Hexa shows the right upper-mid behavior; the Chopin is a fun benchmark under $200 with small quirks; Hype 4 offers a Mega-style tuning on a budget but with less bass; and Binary Dynaquattro scratches a V-shaped itch while being harder to drive. Mega5-EST +Bass blends these lessons into a punchy, articulate, and well-imaged presentation.
Value is strong for a custom with EST drivers under a grand—excellent channel matching, convincing technicalities, and a tuning that feels “just right” for modern music without turning strident. Caveats: the order process can be slow (think weeks) and communication runs through Hisenior/Facebook, so patience helps. Not the only answer at the price, but as a preference-targeted custom that adds the missing low-end weight to the original Mega5-EST’s clarity, this one earns an unapologetic S-tier.
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Dunu DK-3001 BD Details
Driver Configuration: 1DD+4BA+4P
Tuning Type: Bright, V-Shaped
Brand: DUNU Top DUNU IEMs
Price (Msrp): $500
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Hisenior Mega5-EST +Bass Details
Driver Configuration: 1DD+2BA+2EST
Tuning Type: Basshead
Brand: Hisenior Top Hisenior IEMs
Price (Msrp): $599
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Dunu DK-3001 BD 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+- A very capable technical display delivers articulate layers and poised imaging. It portrays reverbs and echoes with confidence.
Hisenior Mega5-EST +Bass 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
A-- It manages detail and layering well enough, even if the stage feels only moderately sized. You get a clear sense of left and right, if not depth.
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