Moondrop Meteor - Reviews & Ratings
1 Review (S Tier | 8.5/10)
Summary
Reviewers consider the Moondrop Meteor to be a top-tier favorite that keeps its magic no matter how many times it returns to the ear. It matches premium build with comfort that disappears during long sessions. The hardware and the sound share the same care.
Moondrop Meteor Details
Driver Configuration: 1DD+4BA+4PLA
Tuning Type: Neutral, Bright
Brand: Moondrop Top Moondrop IEMs
Price (Msrp): $500
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Moondrop Meteor arrives as a hybrid with one dynamic, two BA mids, and four treble planars, now priced around $550. The shell is massive but well-contoured resin with a flat 2-pin connector; fit can be good after some tip rolling, though the nozzle runs large. The stock cable feels cheap for the price and the accessory pack is underwhelming—no DAC, a basic case—so the unboxing doesn’t add much value.
Tonally this is a treble-focused set that sounds clean, clear, and crisp, with pleasing air and microdetail. Bass is the weak link: quantity and slam are light, leaving dynamics and note weight on the lean side; lower mids could be richer. Graphs show typical Moondrop-leaning tuning that sits close to target but wants ~2–3 dB more bass. It measures stable with impedance, which, paired with precise imaging and tidy staging (good, not “huge”), makes it a plausible studio monitor-style choice.
Against peers, Variations brings more energy and is the safer pick; Moondrop’s own Concerto and even Caden-line sets feel fuller down low. Cheaper rivals like EPZ P50 and AFUL P7 offer more fun, while HiSenior Mega 5 EST and Softears Volume S present stronger overall value and bass presence. Verdict: a solid, airy detail-getter with attractive aesthetics, but not an upgrade to bass-richer favorites; recommended on the used market or with a discount, and an easy skip at full MSRP if seeking warmth and impact.
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You need to be signed in to write your own reviewA technically proficient tribrid offering refined, balanced sound with superb clarity and staging ideal for critical listening, though bass enthusiasts may find it reserved.
Pros
Exceptional treble detail without sibilance, natural midrange vocals, wide soundstage, premium build with unique meteorite faceplates, and excellent accessory package including modular cable.Cons
Bass lacks physical impact despite driver size, fit may challenge small ears due to large shells, and stock cable is stiff/tangle-prone.Neutral, vocal focused. Not for bassheads.
Pros
vocals really sound lively and forward. Easy to get addicted to!Cons
chunky shellsCompare Moondrop Meteor to popular alternatives
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Average Technical & Tuning Grades
Average Tunign Grade
A- The response is even and composed, lending itself to effortless genre hopping. Voices sit comfortably in the mix.
Average Technical Grade
S- The technical ceiling is high here, revealing fine gradations without breaking composure. Every instrument carves out its own pocket in the mix.