Yanyin Cannon II VS HiSenior Cano Cristales
IEM Comparison: Expert & Community Scores Side-by-Side
Yanyin Cannon II and HiSenior Cano Cristales use 3dd BA and 2DD+8BA driver setups respectively. Yanyin Cannon II costs $350 while HiSenior Cano Cristales costs $399. HiSenior Cano Cristales is $49 more expensive. HiSenior Cano Cristales holds a clear 0.6-point edge in reviewer scores (7.5 vs 8.1). HiSenior Cano Cristales has significantly better treble with a 1-point edge, HiSenior Cano Cristales has significantly better dynamics with a 1-point edge and HiSenior Cano Cristales has better soundstage with a 0.5-point edge.
Insights
| Metric | Yanyin Cannon II | HiSenior Cano Cristales |
|---|---|---|
| Mids | 6 | 6 |
| Treble | 6 | 7 |
| Soundstage | 7 | 7.5 |
| Dynamics | 7 | 8 |
| Tonality | 6.5 | 7.1 |
| Technicalities | 6 | 7 |
Jaytiss Reviews Comparison
Yanyin Cannon II reviewed by
7.5
Reviewer Score
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HiSenior Cano Cristales reviewed by
2025-08-09
8.1
Reviewer Score
Youtube Video Summary
Solid build with a comfortable shell, metal nozzle, and a handsome faceplate; accessories are practical—a leatherette puck case, a supple modular cable with color-coded sides, and 4.4/2.5 mm plugs. Sonically it’s a bold, V-shaped tuning with substantial mid-bass lift and lively upper energy around 4–6 kHz. Despite the bite, fatigue stays manageable, but the lower mids feel cooked, pushing it well away from a neutral or studio-leaning all-rounder. Net effect: a fun, energetic listen that prioritizes excitement over balance.
Against peers, HiSenior’s own Mega 5 EST remains the safer, more target-hugging neutral pick, while Cano Cristales is the spicier specialist—engaging but potentially forgettable in a crowded $400 field. Comparisons highlight more thump and upper-mid sparkle here versus sets like Glacier; alternatives such as Punch Audio Martillo (for bassheads) or AFUL Explorer (air/extension) may offer stronger value for specific tastes. Verdict: a soft, hesitant recommendation—enjoyable dynamics (think “A+” energy, ~92 for punch), yet price-to-performance is debatable; best to demo first, especially if sensitive to elevated upper mids/treble.
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Yanyin Cannon II Details
Driver Configuration: 3dd BA
Tuning Type: n/a
Brand: Yanyin Top Yanyin IEMs
Price (Msrp): $350
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HiSenior Cano Cristales Details
Driver Configuration: 2DD+8BA
Tuning Type: V-Shaped
Brand: Hisenior Top Hisenior IEMs
Price (Msrp): $399
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Yanyin Cannon II Scorings
Average Technical & Tuning Grades
Average Tunign Grade
B+- It sounds pleasant overall, with some uneven spots that hint at room for refinement. Vocals remain pleasant despite the imperfections.
Average Technical Grade
B- Technical ability is serviceable, keeping basic detail intact across simpler tracks. It keeps up with acoustic tracks without much fuss.
HiSenior Cano Cristales Scorings
Average Technical & Tuning Grades
Average Tunign Grade
A-- Tuning lands in a pleasing sweet spot with mostly coherent frequency integration. Tonality stays consistent from track to track.
Average Technical Grade
A-- A competent technical showing keeps separation intact while delivering modest staging. It feels tidy even when recordings stack layers.
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