Thieaudio Valhalla VS Linsoul x HBB Jupiter

Thieaudio Valhalla and Linsoul x HBB Jupiter use 19BA and 1DD+6BA+4EST driver setups respectively. Thieaudio Valhalla costs $2,000 while Linsoul x HBB Jupiter costs $1,599. Thieaudio Valhalla is $401 more expensive. Thieaudio Valhalla holds a decisive 1-point edge in reviewer scores (9.6 vs 8.6). Thieaudio Valhalla has significantly better mids with a 3-point edge, Thieaudio Valhalla has significantly better treble with a 1-point edge, Linsoul x HBB Jupiter has significantly better dynamics with a 1-point edge and Thieaudio Valhalla has better soundstage with a 0.5-point edge.

Jaytiss Score

Thieaudio Valhalla

9.6 /10

Jaytiss Score

Linsoul x HBB Jupiter

8.6 /10

Score gap: 1.0

Metric	Thieaudio Valhalla	Linsoul x HBB Jupiter
Mids	9	6
Treble	8	7
Soundstage	9	8.5
Dynamics	8	9
Tonality	8.6	7.6
Technicalities	8	7

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Thieaudio Valhalla reviewed by

9.6 Reviewer Score

S- Tuning

A+ Tech

Big fan, but lack fantastic air like some other sets.

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Thieaudio Valhalla lands as a 19-BA flagship around $2,000 that doubles down on build and ergonomics. The titanium shell is chunky but beautifully machined, skin-friendly, and the nozzle grips tips securely; faceplates are swappable for a premium if the stock look isn’t it. Accessories are basic—tips, foams, brush, the usual case—and the stock cable is comfy with a working chin slider, but the modular 3.5/4.4 plugs don’t lock and can pop off too easily. The slightly recessed 2-pin is fine, yet the ear-side barrel leaves a small gap that doesn’t sit flush; a simple aftermarket cable fixes the vibe. Taken as an object, this is world-class industrial design with a couple cable quirks.

On the ear, Valhalla hits a clean, incisive neutrality with just enough flavor. Sub-bass is surprisingly firm for BA, mid-bass stays tidy, and the mids are pristine—no glaze, no haze. There’s a tasteful dip through ~3–6 kHz that keeps the upper-mids from shouting, while a touch of 8 kHz sparkle adds air; treble extends smoothly without turning edgy. It’s a highly technical, high-resolution listen that can read “almost boring” if a colored signature is the goal—but for detail, separation, and coherence, it delivers. Unit variation appears minor (another sample showed a bit more 4–6 k energy), yet the core tuning stays intact.

Versus housemates: Origin swings bassier and “fun”; Valhalla feels cleaner, clearer, more resolute. Hype 2/4 don’t match the air and microdetail; Hype 10 gets closer up top but raises value questions. Oracle MK3 has more 4–5 k zing and lighter sub-bass; Fatfreq Grand Maestro hits similarly rich lows but brings fit hassles and module faff. Against the Elysian Annihilator, pick Annihilator for extra sub-bass and spectacle; pick Valhalla for comfort, longevity, and easy cable-swapping. Not perfect—the stock cable system is flimsy and the “air” isn’t the most crystalline—but this is a top-tier contender with a refined, broadly pleasing tuning and a shell that feels built to outlast the hype.

Mids: S Treble: A+ Dynamics: A+ Soundstage: S

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Linsoul x HBB Jupiter reviewed by

8.6 Reviewer Score

A Tuning

A- Tech

Great BASS, blarg trebble.

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Premium build with a large, Monarch-like shell that sits extremely comfortably, accented by subtle blue flecks and a secure nozzle lip. The bundled 4.4mm cable feels upscale, while the case and tips are serviceable. There’s noted pricing controversy—an initial teaser around $1,000 for a handful of units before settling near $1,600—but the product itself presents as a polished, high-value package.

Sonically, this is a strong, impactful bass tuning with rich warmth that never smothers the mids. Female vocals pop, instrumentals sound lifelike, and earlier worries about a dark treble prove overstated; the tonal balance feels right and cohesive. Sub-bass digs deep, mid-bass hits with authority, and the overall presentation is sweet, engaging, and musical—the sort of set that invites long sessions without fatigue. It comes across as a top-tier collaboration with a crowd-pleasing signature for bass lovers who still care about clarity and timbre.

In comparisons, Dunu’s Mirai reads brighter and leaner with issues like hiss and channel imbalance on the sample heard, scoring around “three stars,” while Jupiter earns a decisive “five-star” nod. Against heavy hitters like Elysian Annihilator and Grand Maestro, those sets feel more resolute, but Jupiter is more fun, with a richer, sweeter tonality. Versus Fatfreq Scarlet Mini, Jupiter offers just-right bass (rolling off warmth around ~200 Hz) rather than excess. The conclusion is emphatic: a 9.04/10, described as a “love letter” to bassheads and one of the finest pure basshead tunings heard—highly recommended, especially if a second-hand deal brings the price closer to earth.

Mids: B Treble: A- Dynamics: S Soundstage: S-

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Driver Configuration: 19BA

Tuning Type: V-Shaped

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Thieaudio Valhalla Scorings

Average Tunign Grade

S-

The response feels meticulously dialed in, combining neutrality with inviting warmth. Dynamic swings remain tonally accurate.

Average Technical Grade

A+

It sounds refined and controlled, keeping instruments neatly separated with immersive staging. Busy arrangements remain neatly organized.

Mids S

This is reference-grade midrange performance with astonishing realism and control. It reveals studio secrets with ease.

Treble A+

Treble reaches superb heights, offering effortless extension and crystal clarity. Every cymbal crash resolves into fine mist.

Dynamics A+

The presentation feels expansive, letting micro and macro dynamics breathe. There's a sense of limitless headroom.

Soundstage S

Nothing feels boxed in; instead, a limitless three-dimensional canvas unfolds with flawless precision. It sets the bar for three-dimensional staging.

Linsoul x HBB Jupiter Scorings

Average Tunign Grade

Tuning feels well executed, keeping a natural flow across the spectrum. Switching genres feels seamless.

Average Technical Grade

A-

Technical chops are reliable, pairing tidy separation with a soundstage that stays conservative. Micro-detail is decent, though never spotlighted.

Mids B

The region sounds composed and expressive, giving vocals a natural spotlight. It keeps vocals front and center nicely.

Treble A-

Expect effortless extension and clarity that keep the top end sparkling yet smooth. Layering in upper registers is impressive.

Dynamics S

Dynamics reach reference class, delivering lightning-fast transients and perfect contrast. Every transient feels lightning fast.

Soundstage S-

It crafts a floating sphere of sound where directional cues shimmer with precision. Layering remains stable even when pushed.

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