Moondrop Illustrious - Reviews & Ratings

1 Review (A Tier | 7.5/10)

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Reviewers consider the Moondrop Illustrious to be a crowd-pleaser that balances fun and fidelity and fits a wide range of tastes. It arrives with smart ergonomics and a sturdy kit that match the tuning. Recommendation comes easily and often.

Moondrop Illustrious Details

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Jaytiss 7.5 Reviewer Score
B+ Tuning
A+ Tech
Nice single DD, not a benchmark, but very nice.

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Mids: A- Treble: A+ Dynamics: C+ Soundstage: A-
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Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

B+
  • Tonality is generally agreeable, though a few bumps remind you of its limits. Certain tracks spotlight its tonal quirks.

Average Technical Grade

A+
  • Layering is confident and precise, backed by imaging that locks elements firmly in place. Micro-details peek through without sounding forced.
Mids A-
Midrange performance is excellent, with natural timbre and great detail. Vocals feel lifelike and full-bodied.
Treble A+
It delivers superb treble brilliance that stays pure even in complex passages. It adds excitement while staying pure.
Dynamics C+
Dynamic performance is decent, delivering respectable macro swings with limited nuance. There's a fair amount of macrodynamic swing.
Soundstage A-
Excellent spatial presentation that is wide, deep, and tall with precise instrument placement. Width, depth, and height all feel expanded.
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