Crinear Daybreak - Reviews & Ratings
1 Review (A Tier | 7.4/10)
Summary
Reviewers consider the Crinear Daybreak to be a well-liked performer that consistently delights and makes playlists feel refreshed. It locks vocals in place, outlines instruments cleanly, and keeps complex mixes organized. Musicality and clarity move together rather than apart.
Crinear Daybreak Details
Driver Configuration: 1DD+2BA+2mPT
Tuning Type: Neutral with Bass Boost
Brand: CrinEar Top CrinEar IEMs
Price (Msrp): $169.99
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Review
2025-07-31
7.4
Reviewer Score
Youtube Video Summary
The CrinEar Daybreak features a metal nozzle and metal faceplate with comfortable contours, though the fit is noted as a bit dainty and small. Isolation is practically non-existent, and the fit isn't particularly secure. The included cable looks nice and photographs well, featuring interchangeable terminations for versatility, but its chin slider moves too easily and isn't recommended for those needing a functional one. The case is deemed aesthetically pleasing and feels good, though not especially premium, magnetically shutting with adequate space.
Sonically, the Daybreak leans boring and somewhat sterile or dry. It offers nice bass and a lot of upper mids, which are done decently with a standard 3K peak. However, the combination of this upper-mid focus and an incisive peak around 8K contributes to a perceived harshness and sharpness, lacking in overall detail retrieval. Graph comparisons reveal its signature has significantly more upper mids and often more bass than competitors like the Moondrop Dusk or TruthEar Nova, resulting in a less engaging listen. Sets like the Defiant, Chopin, and Performer 7 are cited as more engaging alternatives at similar or lower prices, with the Defiant specifically recommended over the Daybreak. Even the Punch Audio martillo and Moondrop Meteor, sharing driver configurations, are considered more fun or better tuned.
Ultimately, the Daybreak is a solid A-minus IEM, well-packaged and a commendable first effort for the brand, but it's not hypeworthy or a benchmark. It lacks imagination and falls short against numerous compelling alternatives around its price point, such as the Performer 7, ZOS Defiant, Chopin, or discounted planar options like the Aether. While a good value, especially if found on sale via Linsoul or the used market, its piercing upper mids and failure to truly excel make it hard to fully recommend over the competition.
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You need to be signed in to write your own reviewA well-toned, easy-listening IEM that excels at midrange clarity even if it doesn’t dazzle technically.
Pros
Balanced and non-fatiguing tuning with smooth, natural mids.Cons
Bass lacks slam and treble can feel veiled or lacking crisp sparkle.Compare Crinear Daybreak to popular alternatives
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Crinear Daybreak vs. Letshuoer S12 Ultra
Letshuoer S12 Ultra offers better treble and soundstage.
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8 |
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Crinear Daybreak vs. Kiwi Ears Aether
Kiwi Ears Aether offers better treble and soundstage.
|
7.9 |
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Crinear Daybreak vs. Hidizs mk12 x Ducbloke
Hidizs mk12 x Ducbloke offers better treble, soundstage and dynamics.
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7.6 |
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Crinear Daybreak vs. Gizaudio x Binary Chopin
Gizaudio x Binary Chopin offers better soundstage.
|
7.5 |
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Crinear Daybreak vs. Ziigaat Lush
Ziigaat Lush offers better treble and soundstage.
|
7.5 |
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Crinear Daybreak vs. Kiwi Ears KE4
Kiwi Ears KE4 offers better treble and soundstage.
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7.5 |
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Crinear Daybreak vs. DUNU x KOTO ITO
DUNU x KOTO ITO offers better soundstage and dynamics.
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7.4 |
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Crinear Daybreak vs. Truthear Nova
Truthear Nova offers better soundstage.
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7.3 |
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Crinear Daybreak vs. Fiio FD 15
Fiio FD 15 offers better treble and soundstage.
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7.3 |
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Crinear Daybreak vs. Letshuoer DX1
Letshuoer DX1 offers better treble and soundstage.
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7.3 |
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newAverage Technical & Tuning Grades
Average Tunign Grade
B- A mostly enjoyable signature keeps things listenable despite a handful of quirks. It handles most playlists without major complaints.
Average Technical Grade
C+- The presentation is steady if unspectacular, holding onto essential details when the music stays simple. Fine details occasionally slip through the cracks.