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IEMs Reviewed: 428
Average score given: 6.1

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Jaytiss is a well-regarded IEM reviewer known for an engaging and personal approach that blends technical insights with relatable listening experiences. His reviews often feature vivid descriptions of how music feels through different IEMs, using specific song tests and everyday scenarios to convey sound characteristics in an accessible way. While knowledgeable about measurements and driver configurations, Jaytiss prioritizes real-world usability factors like comfort, fit, and long-term listening enjoyment, openly sharing subjective preferences without dismissing alternative perspectives. This combination of enthusiasm, practical advice, and conversational tone has established Jaytiss as a trusted voice across audio communities, particularly for those seeking honest impressions on both budget and premium IEMs.

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$499

Nicehck Rockies

  • Trebble so nice. Feels faultless and amazing.
Tuning: A+ Tech: S Mids: S Treble: S Dynamics: A- Soundstage: S-
Neutral with Bass Boost 1DD+2BA+2EST
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9.4
8.4
9
S
$409

Yu9 Que

  • Clean neutral nice mids. This iem is dumb, just buy it.
Tuning: A+ Tech: A+ Mids: S Treble: A+ Dynamics: A- Soundstage: A+
Neutral with Bass Boost 1DD+3BA
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9.1
7.8
S-
$525

Hercules Audio Noah

  • Clean vocals, just amazing, clean and clear. 5/5 amazing maybe best thing Ive heard.
Tuning: A Tech: A- Mids: A+ Treble: A- Dynamics: S Soundstage: A
n/a 3dd BA
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8.9
6.8
A
$400

Moondrop x Crinacle Dusk

  • Just a tad on the bland side.
Tuning: B+ Tech: A+ Mids: B Treble: A+ Dynamics: C+ Soundstage: A+
n/a 2DD+2BA+2PLA
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7.8
7.6
7.7
A
$599

Night Oblivion Butastur

  • I'd be careful buying it due to QC issues of others. But I enjoyed my time with it.
Tuning: B+ Tech: B Mids: A- Treble: B Dynamics: B Soundstage: A-
Neutral with Bass Boost 10BA Night Oblivion Butastur review by jaytiss
7.5
7
9.3
A-
$600

Symphonium Audio Meteor

  • I'm just not a fan of the tuning, but I can see how others might like it.
Tuning: B Tech: C+ Mids: C+ Treble: C+ Dynamics: A+ Soundstage: A+
U-Shaped 4BA Symphonium Audio Meteor review by jaytiss
7.3
6.2
A-
$600

Fiio FH9

  • A different try on Reference.
Tuning: B Tech: A- Mids: C+ Treble: A- Dynamics: B Soundstage: A-
V-Shaped 1DD+6BA Fiio FH9 review by jaytiss
7.3
5.4
B+
$490

DUNU EST 112

  • Has some great things. Nice technicalies. But lacks in tonality.
Tuning: B- Tech: B Mids: B Treble: B Dynamics: C- Soundstage: A+
V-Shaped 1DD+1BA+2EST DUNU EST 112 review by jaytiss
6.8
5.8
B+
$600

I/O Volare

  • Nice overall quality.
Tuning: B- Tech: C+ Mids: A- Treble: C+ Dynamics: C+ Soundstage: A-
n/a 1DD+4BA+4EST
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6.8
6
B
$600

Oriolus Isabellae

  • Awesome shimmer, and cool unique sound.
Tuning: C+ Tech: C+ Mids: C+ Treble: C+ Dynamics: C+ Soundstage: A+
V-Shaped 1DD Oriolus Isabellae review by jaytiss
6.3
5.2
B
$499

Final B3

  • It's a nice set, but not for me.
Tuning: C+ Tech: C+ Mids: B Treble: C+ Dynamics: D Soundstage: A-
n/a n/a Final B3 review by jaytiss
6
4.8
B-
$475

Fat Freq MAESTRO MINI

  • At this price I'd recommend the Scarlet mini.
Tuning: C Tech: C- Mids: C+ Treble: C- Dynamics: B Soundstage: B
n/a n/a Fat Freq MAESTRO MINI review by jaytiss
5.8
4
B-
$600

Dark Magician

  • Where the bass.
Tuning: C Tech: C+ Mids: B Treble: C+ Dynamics: E+ Soundstage: A-
n/a n/a Dark Magician review by jaytiss
5.8
4.4
B-
$499

Penon 10th Anniversary

  • It's different, fun, but very V shaped.
Tuning: C Tech: C+ Mids: C- Treble: C+ Dynamics: C+ Soundstage: B
n/a n/a Penon 10th Anniversary review by jaytiss
5.5
4.6
B-
$479

FlipEars Aegis

  • Shouty, bad, needs EQ, fully MID.
Tuning: C Tech: C+ Mids: C- Treble: C+ Dynamics: B Soundstage: C+
Basshead 1DD+1BC
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5.5
6.7
8
C+
$400

7hz Aurora

  • It's a fun iem, but not something that I would want.
Tuning: C+ Tech: C+ Mids: C+ Treble: C+ Dynamics: E- Soundstage: A-
n/a n/a 7hz Aurora review by jaytiss
5
6.1
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