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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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Grade Price Name Tuning Drivers Reviews Scores
B+
$29

CCA Phoenix

  • It's a nice easy set, fun and enjoyable.
Tuning: B- Tech: B Mids: C+ Treble: B Dynamics: C+ Soundstage: B+
n/a n/a
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6.6
5.9
B
$30

LETSHUOER D02

  • Trebble and air is pretty great at this price. But Shouty, and colored.
Tuning: C+ Tech: A- Mids: C- Treble: A- Dynamics: C+ Soundstage: B+
n/a n/a
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6.4
6.5
B
$25

Tanchjim Bunny

  • Cheesy name, good iem. You can buy on Amazon.
Tuning: C+ Tech: C+ Mids: B Treble: C+ Dynamics: C+ Soundstage: B
Neutral with Bass Boost 1DD
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6.3
5.5
B
$30

Kinera Celest Wyvern Abyss

  • Great fit, I like it a lot.
Tuning: C+ Tech: C+ Mids: C+ Treble: C+ Dynamics: B Soundstage: B
n/a n/a Kinera Celest Wyvern Abyss review by jaytiss
6.3
5.1
B
$15

Fiio JD10

  • Not a neutral set, but fun.
Tuning: C+ Tech: C+ Mids: C+ Treble: C+ Dynamics: C+ Soundstage: B
n/a n/a
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6
5.1
B
$40

Kbear KB02

  • Nice little banger of a set. Bone Conductor iem.
Tuning: C+ Tech: C- Mids: C+ Treble: C- Dynamics: B Soundstage: B
Warm n/a
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6
6.1
6
B
$15

CCA Polaris

  • Has some massive issues in the air.
Tuning: C+ Tech: C- Mids: B Treble: C- Dynamics: C+ Soundstage: B
n/a 1DD CCA Polaris review by jaytiss
6
5.6
B-
$25

KZ Taurus

  • Sizzly!
Tuning: C Tech: B Mids: C+ Treble: B Dynamics: C- Soundstage: C+
n/a 2DD
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5.8
6.2
C+
$39

Blon BL03

  • Bland, but good tonal balance. Not terrible.
Tuning: C- Tech: C- Mids: C+ Treble: C- Dynamics: C- Soundstage: B
Warm 1DD Blon BL03 review by jaytiss
5.3
4.4
C+
$50

EarAcoustics Audio STA-K

  • Shouty, Muddy but competent.
Tuning: C- Tech: C+ Mids: D Treble: C+ Dynamics: C+ Soundstage: C+
n/a n/a
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5.3
4.8
C+
$25

Fiio JD1

  • Fun, cool, great build, but not it.
Tuning: C+ Tech: E+ Mids: C+ Treble: E+ Dynamics: C+ Soundstage: B
n/a n/a Fiio JD1 review by jaytiss
5
2.9
C+
$30

Kinera Celest Wyvern Qing

  • It's a more analytical Abyss, Great fitting like the Abyss.
Tuning: C+ Tech: D Mids: C+ Treble: D Dynamics: C- Soundstage: B
n/a n/a Kinera Celest Wyvern Qing review by jaytiss
5
3.6
C+
$50

Truthear x Crinacle Zero

  • Sounds good, and fun..
Tuning: C+ Tech: D Mids: C+ Treble: D Dynamics: C+ Soundstage: B
U-Shaped 2DD Truthear x Crinacle Zero review by jaytiss
5
5.2
C+
$30

CCA Trio

  • This could be higher if it weren't fatiguing.
Tuning: C+ Tech: D Mids: C+ Treble: D Dynamics: C+ Soundstage: B
V-Shaped 3DD
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5
5.1
C
$29

7Hz x HBB Elua

  • Nice little bass cannon, you can crank it and it doesn't hurt.
Tuning: C Tech: D Mids: C+ Treble: D Dynamics: C- Soundstage: B
V-Shaped 2DD 7Hz x HBB Elua review by jaytiss
4.8
4.6
C
$50

KZ Z10 Pro 2

  • I can't believe that I'm saying this, but just get a KZ EDC pro.
Tuning: C Tech: D Mids: C+ Treble: D Dynamics: C- Soundstage: B
n/a n/a KZ Z10 Pro 2 review by jaytiss
4.8
3.5
C
$30

Ziigaat Nuo

  • Probably my budget pick under 30. But just strech for 35 for EW200.
Tuning: C Tech: D Mids: C+ Treble: D Dynamics: C- Soundstage: B
V-Shaped n/a Ziigaat Nuo review by jaytiss
4.8
4
C
$20

Kiwi Ears Dolce

  • Makes you wonder why you pay more for other iems.
Tuning: C Tech: D Mids: C+ Treble: D Dynamics: C- Soundstage: C+
n/a n/a Kiwi Ears Dolce review by jaytiss
4.8
4.5
C
$22

NiceHCK DB2

  • Remarkably energetic set. But upper treble is off.
Tuning: C Tech: E+ Mids: C- Treble: E+ Dynamics: C+ Soundstage: B
n/a 1DD+1BA
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4.5
2.8
C
$50

CCA Rhapsody

  • For 35, this is a deal. Consider it.
Tuning: C Tech: C- Mids: C+ Treble: C- Dynamics: E+ Soundstage: C+
n/a n/a CCA Rhapsody review by jaytiss
4.5
4.2
C
$50

ND x12

  • Cool Design, it's a bit treble forward.
Tuning: C Tech: D Mids: C- Treble: D Dynamics: C- Soundstage: B
n/a 1DD+4BA ND x12 review by jaytiss
4.5
3.5
C
$50

TRN-Medusa

  • Nice overall tonal quality, with just a dash of shout.
Tuning: C Tech: D Mids: C+ Treble: D Dynamics: D Soundstage: B
n/a 1DD TRN-Medusa review by jaytiss
4.5
4.9
C
$49

Rose Technics QuietSea

  • It has a lot of issues, but has fantastic build quality at the price.
Tuning: C Tech: E+ Mids: C+ Treble: E+ Dynamics: C- Soundstage: C+
V-Shaped n/a
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4.5
2.8
C
$50

EPZ Q5

  • Nice Bass response, great graph, overall clean set.
Tuning: C Tech: C- Mids: C+ Treble: C- Dynamics: E+ Soundstage: B
n/a n/a
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4.5
5.2
C-
$25

Final Audio E500

  • For users who like ear buds, it's a great little set.
Tuning: C- Tech: D Mids: C+ Treble: D Dynamics: E+ Soundstage: B
Neutral 1DD Final Audio E500 review by jaytiss
4.3
4.8
C-
$16

CCA CRA PRO

  • better wired
Tuning: C- Tech: E+ Mids: C+ Treble: E+ Dynamics: D Soundstage: C+
n/a n/a CCA CRA PRO review by jaytiss
4
2.6
D+
$16

KZ Krilla

  • Tuning is ok, technicals are ok. Treble is weird for me.
Tuning: D+ Tech: E+ Mids: C+ Treble: E+ Dynamics: E+ Soundstage: C+
n/a n/a KZ Krilla review by jaytiss
3.8
2.5
D+
$49

CCA C12

  • I feel there are better iems at a cheaper price now.
Tuning: D+ Tech: E- Mids: C+ Treble: E- Dynamics: D Soundstage: C+
n/a n/a CCA C12 review by jaytiss
3.8
1.8
D+
$35

KZ CRN

  • Hey a KZ that I like, ohh wait.
Tuning: D+ Tech: E+ Mids: C+ Treble: E+ Dynamics: E+ Soundstage: C+
n/a 1DD+1BA+1Mag KZ CRN review by jaytiss
3.8
2.3
D+
$23

7Hz Salnotes Zero

  • Great little set. Good Color choices.
Tuning: D+ Tech: E+ Mids: C+ Treble: E+ Dynamics: E- Soundstage: C+
V-Shaped 1DD 7Hz Salnotes Zero review by jaytiss
3.5
4.4
6.3
D
$45

KZ PR 2 x HBB

  • Boring, but I can see how others migh tlike it.
Tuning: D Tech: E- Mids: C+ Treble: E- Dynamics: E- Soundstage: C+
n/a n/a KZ PR 2 x HBB review by jaytiss
3.3
1.7
D
$40

QKZ x HBB Khan

  • Hard to recommend in a competitive market.
Tuning: D Tech: E- Mids: C- Treble: E- Dynamics: E+ Soundstage: C+
n/a n/a QKZ x HBB Khan review by jaytiss
3.3
3.9
D
$49

KZ PR3

  • It isn't bad, just not fantastic. I enjoy the fit, might do a full review.
Tuning: D Tech: E- Mids: C+ Treble: E- Dynamics: E- Soundstage: C+
n/a n/a KZ PR3 review by jaytiss
3.3
1.7
D
$40

Moondrop SSP

  • Very tiny. Good for sleeping with at night, maybe not as a daily driver.
Tuning: D Tech: E- Mids: C+ Treble: E- Dynamics: E- Soundstage: C+
V-Shaped 1DD Moondrop SSP review by jaytiss
3.3
3.7
D
$50

ND 001 Nano

  • It's mids are a bit off for my liking.
Tuning: D Tech: E+ Mids: E+ Treble: E+ Dynamics: E+ Soundstage: C+
n/a n/a ND 001 Nano review by jaytiss
3
2.3
D
$49

MEE audio M6 PRO

  • Feels dead inside.
Tuning: D Tech: E- Mids: C- Treble: E- Dynamics: E+ Soundstage: C+
n/a n/a MEE audio M6 PRO review by jaytiss
3
1.6
D-
$25

Moondrop Jiuu

  • Good iem. But DSP.
Tuning: D- Tech: E- Mids: C- Treble: E- Dynamics: E- Soundstage: C+
n/a n/a Moondrop Jiuu review by jaytiss
2.8
1.5
D-
$50

TANGZU X SeeAudio

  • Very Bland. A bit warm, but not terible.
Tuning: D- Tech: E- Mids: C- Treble: E- Dynamics: E- Soundstage: C-
n/a n/a TANGZU X SeeAudio review by jaytiss
2.5
1.5
E+
$39

NF RA05 Type-C

  • I think this set is only recommended for those who need it for the fit or eq.
Tuning: E+ Tech: E- Mids: C- Treble: E- Dynamics: E- Soundstage: D
n/a n/a NF RA05 Type-C review by jaytiss
2.3
1.4
E+
$30

Tanchim One

  • Dull, but not terrible. Good value and a solid pick for the price.
Tuning: E+ Tech: E- Mids: C- Treble: E- Dynamics: E- Soundstage: D
n/a n/a Tanchim One review by jaytiss
2.3
1.4
E+
$19

Truthear Hola

  • Buy for the cable.
Tuning: E+ Tech: E- Mids: C- Treble: E- Dynamics: E- Soundstage: D
V-Shaped 1DD Truthear Hola review by jaytiss
2.3
4.3
E
$40

KZ ZEX Earbuds

  • It looks nice.
Tuning: E Tech: E- Mids: E+ Treble: E- Dynamics: E- Soundstage: D
n/a n/a KZ ZEX Earbuds review by jaytiss
1.8
1.2
E
$20

EarAcoustic Audio x Zkaaai

  • This is basically unlistenable. Requires EQ, but is fine with it.
Tuning: E Tech: E+ Mids: E- Treble: E+ Dynamics: E+ Soundstage: E-
n/a n/a
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1.5
1.9
E-
$30

QX-over

  • Gets better with the right settings, but not enough.
Tuning: E- Tech: E- Mids: E- Treble: E- Dynamics: E- Soundstage: E+
n/a n/a QX-over review by jaytiss
1.3
1.1
E-
$10

United Airlines bud

Tuning: E- Tech: E- Mids: E- Treble: E- Dynamics: E- Soundstage: E-
n/a n/a United Airlines bud review by jaytiss
1
1
E-
$10

Eva Airlines

Tuning: E- Tech: E- Mids: E- Treble: E- Dynamics: E- Soundstage: E-
n/a n/a Eva Airlines review by jaytiss
1
1
E-
$10

Krisworld

Tuning: E- Tech: E- Mids: E- Treble: E- Dynamics: E- Soundstage: E-
n/a n/a Krisworld review by jaytiss
1
1
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