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Hello Community!

I have almost tried the entire line of Simgot models, but one heavyweight that I was still missing to analyze and enjoy is the one I present to you today: the EA1000 Fermat.

Price: 219€-250$

Link

Pros:

-Great level of technical performance.

-Cleanliness throughout its entire tonality.

-Fast, dry, polished bass.

-Mids with great resolution, open, detailed.

-Crystalline, vibrant, informative treble.

-Three tuning nozzles to cover different tastes or needs.

-A very informative set but far from sounding analytical and cold.

-Great quality accessories.

Cons:

-This type of tuning is not for the general public: the high frequencies are spicy and it is not a sound signature made for fun listening.

-Lack of thickness in the lower mids is noticeable but not dramatic.

Accessories:

-Two shells.

-Three tuning nozzles.

-Replacement O-rings for the nozzles.

-Cable with 0.78mm connection and 3.5mm termination.

-Two sets of eartips in SML sizes.

-Storage and transport case.

-Card and explanation of Fermat’s theorem.

-User manual.

Comfort, design and build quality:

This model is small-medium sized. I do not think there will be complications for the consumer mass regarding fit issues, since its shapes are rounded, without edges that could cause discomfort. The ergonomics are satisfactorily good, fitting easily into my outer ear.

The same situation applies to insertion into the ear canal, since the width and length of the nozzle reach fair and sufficient measurements so that with the stock eartips you can find a comfortable and appropriate seal. Nevertheless, I used tips from another brand, but the ones included by Simgot are completely appropriate.

Aesthetically they fit my tastes, as they are sober and discreet, with that touch of elegance that separates them from something generic, since the metallic and chrome body together with the resin faceplate give that distinctive touch. It is a set that is very well worked in terms of build quality, without noticeable protrusions to the touch, with both body parts well assembled.

The cable is something that fascinated me. It may be the best cable I have been able to enjoy in a Simgot model. I know the ET142 cable is sold separately and would be the brand’s flagship cable, but the one included with the EA1000 is somewhat thinner and more manageable, very suitable for desktop tasks or sports, without causing tangles or pulling. At the end of the day it is lighter but equally resistant and the perceived quality is very high, giving a sense of security and durability in prolonged use.

Technical aspects:

-1DD+1PR configuration (passive radiator)

-16 ohms impedance.

-127dB sensitivity.

-Declared response 20hz-20khz.

Nozzles:

I really appreciate these kinds of accessories, since they allow me to find something according to my personal tastes or look for other points of view when analyzing the product. Simgot EA1000 has three different types that alter the obtained tuning.

Red nozzle: my point of reference and comparison against the others. It is the most universal and the one I believe most people may like since it offers a balanced sound, with a slightly colored low-frequency area, minimally recessed mids and treble that in a certain way feels more rounded.

Black nozzle: this is where the set cools down a bit although it takes on a more technical character, since the brightness rises and the sound separation improves, making it more energetic in the higher frequencies.

Gold nozzle: vocals take more prominence just like the instrumentation in the central and upper mids, feeling more direct.

Pairing for the tests:

-Neutral source.

-Gain set to medium.

-Dunu Candy eartips.

-Stock 3.5mm cable.

-Red nozzle for music and single player games.

-Gold nozzle for multiplayer shooter games.

Sound signature:

As always, let’s focus on the low frequencies: it is not its strongest condition; obviously the tuning is focused on other parameters. EA1000 leans more towards texture, towards control, towards showing firm speed full of resolution rather than creating an enveloping and rumbling aura. The sub bass is practically anecdotal. It exists, but it does not create a solid atmosphere that fills your mental room. It is clean, but it does not dominate, favoring the sound to breathe and be appreciated with plenty of clarity.

On the other hand, the mid bass deserves a special mention for its dry and fast punch, with a refined technical character. It is tactile, physical, but not too bulky, it does not cross that thin line where it could feel muddy or poorly defined, instead placing itself on the side of transparency.

In case you did not know, this is not a set for lovers of thunderous bass, rather for those who enjoy something dynamic, agile, elegant, polished.

In the midrange the expressiveness and clarity are palpable. It does not reach the point of sounding cold like more analytical sets, instead it remains in an intermediate position, where I was able to perceive a well-defined body in the instrumentation that gave my listening sessions a very pleasant emotional point.

As I say, the instruments come out very well, since it is an area where resolution abounds, they are well delimited, clear, where transitions feel fast, without residue, bringing out all the nuances of strings, air and keys.

It is a segment of the frequencies that truly excited me, but it also left me somewhat wanting more in the lower mids, since the slight lack of density in some instruments and voices causes them to lose prominence: they do not have the necessary body to add that little point of warmth that brings joy, instead it keeps betting on transparency.

At the end of the day, the purpose of the EA1000 is to decongest and dissect the sound, something it performs very well in the upper mids, since the energy, brightness, highly informative detail and spaciousness of this area give emotion, but without becoming annoying. It sounds fast, cheerful, alive. If the sub bass was somewhat boring, the upper mids will bring out the best smile on your face.

Treble, always a controversial subject in any Simgot model although, I have to say, I have always tolerated them well.

Well; for me, it is the most important and addictive part of the tuning of these monitors. The clarity is crystalline, artistically bringing out the details and information, revealing and giving prominence to any chord that in other sets or different tunings you would overlook, as if you were floating in a cloud of tiny sonic sparkles.

The space and extension are large, and this can also play against the Simgot model, since old or low-quality recordings will not hide their flaws. On the contrary, a well-made, modern recording is something you are going to enjoy a lot.

Nevertheless, there is a slight metallic nuance, certainly artificial, in very bright tracks; it happened to me especially in very high-pitched female vocals, which can become noticeable if your hearing is very sensitive or highly trained. Even so, the personality these EA1000 have in this region is remarkable, since the speed and sparkle are constant, highly spirited, at no moment does it feel uncontrolled but rather something well-defined and intense.

Speaking now about vocals, very deep male vocals position themselves more in favor of clarity rather than perfect articulation or realistic depth. They do not have that specific weight of this type of voice, like a velvety character. The ones this set handles better are normal male vocals, well-defined, good articulation, accurate timbre but, the ones that produced the best result for me were the female vocals, where the delicacy and brightness make them feel as if they had been touched by a magic wand, where their naturalness is enveloping and almost hypnotic.

Regarding technical level, I can say it performs above what I expected: the stage is fair in its dimensions, homogeneous and coherent, where the three axes seem to agree in balancing each other. It is not something very large, but I never managed to perceive the sensation of it falling short.

What caught my attention the most was the sound image that I mentally built during my listening sessions. Surgical precision, extremely revealing, very easy to follow positions even in very dense tracks.

As if that were not enough, the layering work it performs is also excellent, since it knows how to remain separated between elements with consistency and efficiency, without sounding forced, without any sense of crowding, with gracefulness and elevated technique.

To finish, the ease with which it captures details is completely absurd, especially the most subtle ones. I know I have said it above, but I want to emphasize it again. It does not force them either, they simply come out effortlessly thanks to the very character of the IEM.

Single player videogames:

Check the analysis conditions for this type of videogames on my blog.

With this EA1000 there is something very curious that happened to me: I know its bass, especially the sub bass, is not the most exciting thing I have heard, but it has that type of sound that makes games more intense without needing to exaggerate or emphasize this area, which completely won me over.

In action scenes explosions, hits, collapses or gunshots have quite a lot of impact and energy, but what I liked the most was the speed with which it responds to everything. I never felt the sound heavy or uncontrolled, even when the screen is full of chaos, this set maintains quite a lot of cleanliness. That helps tremendously so dialogues do not get lost between effects and music. Voices always appear clear and well positioned, so conversations feel natural even in sound-heavy scenes, where they do not lose prominence and, above all, do not leave you wondering what the characters said because you could not hear them properly.

And precisely that clarity is what makes immersion work so well. There are many small environmental sounds that would normally go unnoticed and here they constantly appear: distant footsteps, wind, reverberations, machines working in the background or small echoes inside buildings. The game feels more alive because it leaves a lot of air between sounds and captures very tiny details without forcing them.

In addition, the layer separation is exaggeratedly good for this kind of content. Even when combat, music, voices and effects are happening at the same time, everything keeps its space. I never get that congested sound sensation where everything blends together.

The stage also helps quite a lot, because it feels sufficiently spacious and open, especially in games with lots of environmental design, whether large maps or more closed ones. It does not become gigantic in depth, but it does create a very enveloping sensation around the head.

The only thing I sometimes notice is that some bright effects can sound somewhat intense, especially in games with aggressive mixes or lots of metal up top. I would not say it constantly bothers me, but it does maintain a very lively energy in the treble.

Even so, that same clarity makes positioning excellent. Detecting directions, movements or specific sounds becomes super easy and natural, to the point where many games end up feeling more precise and cinematic than normal.

Multiplayer shooter videogames:

Check the analysis conditions for this type of videogames on my blog.

Despite not having a very large sound space by itself, it fits very well into the profile of this type of game because the sense of order in the placement of sound elements is very easy to recognize, even in extremely chaotic situations.

In CS2 footsteps and sounds at different heights appear well-defined, where locating the directionality of enemies, gunshots and explosions is achieved naturally and precisely.

In Apex Legends, a more chaotic game due to each character’s abilities, the achieved separation results in the sound not becoming crowded. It is a game where you not only have to locate enemies by their actions but also by the abilities they activate at every moment. This matter was very well resolved, allowing me to react quickly and with good spatial orientation. In COD: Warzone the same thing happened to me, since the sound information was not overshadowed at any moment because the tuning of these monitors emphasizes effectively and separates magnificently the important sounds from those that are not as important.

Finishing with Battlefield 6, where everything is constant chaos, the stage remained organized, correctly spaced on every axis, showing precise scaling of distances and directionality adjusted to what was actually happening on screen.

Final conclusion and personal evaluations:

There are sets that win you over through musicality, others with their technicalities, some lift your mood to make your days more bearable... Simgot EA1000 extracts the best from every aspect to convince you with its cleanliness, its energy and the ability to make absolutely everything feel more visible and exciting. It is one of those sets that keep you alert and mentally awake, savoring every detail, every transition.

That continuous liveliness, where chords breathe within their space, coexist with surprising ease and harmony. The music feels fast, expressive, but without sounding emotionally distant. It is not a warm hug but rather a soft and technical caress.

As I have said throughout the text, clarity is its essence, and that makes any type of content you consume gain a sensation of particularly agile and absorbing intensity despite bass being a very secondary protagonist.

Personally, its identity is very clear, it will not please everyone, those looking for a denser, overwhelming presentation will feel that it lacks that point of rhythmic punch or those looking for a relaxed, dark or more physical listening experience.

Even so, EA1000 is aimed at those seeking a clean sound, well stratified to follow instruments and sound elements, richly nuanced, fresh, dynamic.

It is a model that stands out for how it illuminates sound.

If you made it this far, thanks for reading.

More reviews on my blog.

Social media on my profile.

See you in the next review!

Disclaimer:

This monitor set has been sent by Simgot. I sincerely appreciate the opportunity to try one of their products at no cost and that no conditions were imposed when creating this analysis.

Despite this, my priority is to be as impartial as possible within the subjectivity involved in analyzing an audio product. My opinion belongs only to me and I develop it around the perception of my ears. If you have a different one, it is equally valid. Please feel free to share it.

My sources:

-FiiO K11 for music and videogames on the main PC.

-NiceHCK Octave while working.

-FiiO BTA30 Pro + FiiO BTR13 for LDAC wireless listening at home.

-FiiO BTR13 + FiiO Airlink + Iphone 16 Pro Max for wireless listening on the street.

-CCZ CM01 3.5mm.

-FiiO Jiezi 4.4mm.

-Shanling M0 Pro 3.5mm/4.4mm.

-Apple Music.

-Local FLAC and MP3 files.

Hello Community!

I have almost tried the entire line of Simgot models, but one heavyweight that I was still missing to analyze and enjoy is the one I present to you today: the EA1000 Fermat.

Price: 219€-250$

Link

Pros:

-Great level of technical performance.

-Cleanliness throughout its entire tonality.

-Fast, dry, polished bass.

-Mids with great resolution, open, detailed.

-Crystalline, vibrant, informative treble.

-Three tuning nozzles to cover different tastes or needs.

-A very informative set but far from sounding analytical and cold.

-Great quality accessories.

Cons:

-This type of tuning is not for the general public: the high frequencies are spicy and it is not a sound signature made for fun listening.

-Lack of thickness in the lower mids is noticeable but not dramatic.

Accessories:

-Two shells.

-Three tuning nozzles.

-Replacement O-rings for the nozzles.

-Cable with 0.78mm connection and 3.5mm termination.

-Two sets of eartips in SML sizes.

-Storage and transport case.

-Card and explanation of Fermat’s theorem.

-User manual.

Comfort, design and build quality:

This model is small-medium sized. I do not think there will be complications for the consumer mass regarding fit issues, since its shapes are rounded, without edges that could cause discomfort. The ergonomics are satisfactorily good, fitting easily into my outer ear.

The same situation applies to insertion into the ear canal, since the width and length of the nozzle reach fair and sufficient measurements so that with the stock eartips you can find a comfortable and appropriate seal. Nevertheless, I used tips from another brand, but the ones included by Simgot are completely appropriate.

Aesthetically they fit my tastes, as they are sober and discreet, with that touch of elegance that separates them from something generic, since the metallic and chrome body together with the resin faceplate give that distinctive touch. It is a set that is very well worked in terms of build quality, without noticeable protrusions to the touch, with both body parts well assembled.

The cable is something that fascinated me. It may be the best cable I have been able to enjoy in a Simgot model. I know the ET142 cable is sold separately and would be the brand’s flagship cable, but the one included with the EA1000 is somewhat thinner and more manageable, very suitable for desktop tasks or sports, without causing tangles or pulling. At the end of the day it is lighter but equally resistant and the perceived quality is very high, giving a sense of security and durability in prolonged use.

Technical aspects:

-1DD+1PR configuration (passive radiator)

-16 ohms impedance.

-127dB sensitivity.

-Declared response 20hz-20khz.

Nozzles:

I really appreciate these kinds of accessories, since they allow me to find something according to my personal tastes or look for other points of view when analyzing the product. Simgot EA1000 has three different types that alter the obtained tuning.

Red nozzle: my point of reference and comparison against the others. It is the most universal and the one I believe most people may like since it offers a balanced sound, with a slightly colored low-frequency area, minimally recessed mids and treble that in a certain way feels more rounded.

Black nozzle: this is where the set cools down a bit although it takes on a more technical character, since the brightness rises and the sound separation improves, making it more energetic in the higher frequencies.

Gold nozzle: vocals take more prominence just like the instrumentation in the central and upper mids, feeling more direct.

Pairing for the tests:

-Neutral source.

-Gain set to medium.

-Dunu Candy eartips.

-Stock 3.5mm cable.

-Red nozzle for music and single player games.

-Gold nozzle for multiplayer shooter games.

Sound signature:

As always, let’s focus on the low frequencies: it is not its strongest condition; obviously the tuning is focused on other parameters. EA1000 leans more towards texture, towards control, towards showing firm speed full of resolution rather than creating an enveloping and rumbling aura. The sub bass is practically anecdotal. It exists, but it does not create a solid atmosphere that fills your mental room. It is clean, but it does not dominate, favoring the sound to breathe and be appreciated with plenty of clarity.

On the other hand, the mid bass deserves a special mention for its dry and fast punch, with a refined technical character. It is tactile, physical, but not too bulky, it does not cross that thin line where it could feel muddy or poorly defined, instead placing itself on the side of transparency.

In case you did not know, this is not a set for lovers of thunderous bass, rather for those who enjoy something dynamic, agile, elegant, polished.

In the midrange the expressiveness and clarity are palpable. It does not reach the point of sounding cold like more analytical sets, instead it remains in an intermediate position, where I was able to perceive a well-defined body in the instrumentation that gave my listening sessions a very pleasant emotional point.

As I say, the instruments come out very well, since it is an area where resolution abounds, they are well delimited, clear, where transitions feel fast, without residue, bringing out all the nuances of strings, air and keys.

It is a segment of the frequencies that truly excited me, but it also left me somewhat wanting more in the lower mids, since the slight lack of density in some instruments and voices causes them to lose prominence: they do not have the necessary body to add that little point of warmth that brings joy, instead it keeps betting on transparency.

At the end of the day, the purpose of the EA1000 is to decongest and dissect the sound, something it performs very well in the upper mids, since the energy, brightness, highly informative detail and spaciousness of this area give emotion, but without becoming annoying. It sounds fast, cheerful, alive. If the sub bass was somewhat boring, the upper mids will bring out the best smile on your face.

Treble, always a controversial subject in any Simgot model although, I have to say, I have always tolerated them well.

Well; for me, it is the most important and addictive part of the tuning of these monitors. The clarity is crystalline, artistically bringing out the details and information, revealing and giving prominence to any chord that in other sets or different tunings you would overlook, as if you were floating in a cloud of tiny sonic sparkles.

The space and extension are large, and this can also play against the Simgot model, since old or low-quality recordings will not hide their flaws. On the contrary, a well-made, modern recording is something you are going to enjoy a lot.

Nevertheless, there is a slight metallic nuance, certainly artificial, in very bright tracks; it happened to me especially in very high-pitched female vocals, which can become noticeable if your hearing is very sensitive or highly trained. Even so, the personality these EA1000 have in this region is remarkable, since the speed and sparkle are constant, highly spirited, at no moment does it feel uncontrolled but rather something well-defined and intense.

Speaking now about vocals, very deep male vocals position themselves more in favor of clarity rather than perfect articulation or realistic depth. They do not have that specific weight of this type of voice, like a velvety character. The ones this set handles better are normal male vocals, well-defined, good articulation, accurate timbre but, the ones that produced the best result for me were the female vocals, where the delicacy and brightness make them feel as if they had been touched by a magic wand, where their naturalness is enveloping and almost hypnotic.

Regarding technical level, I can say it performs above what I expected: the stage is fair in its dimensions, homogeneous and coherent, where the three axes seem to agree in balancing each other. It is not something very large, but I never managed to perceive the sensation of it falling short.

What caught my attention the most was the sound image that I mentally built during my listening sessions. Surgical precision, extremely revealing, very easy to follow positions even in very dense tracks.

As if that were not enough, the layering work it performs is also excellent, since it knows how to remain separated between elements with consistency and efficiency, without sounding forced, without any sense of crowding, with gracefulness and elevated technique.

To finish, the ease with which it captures details is completely absurd, especially the most subtle ones. I know I have said it above, but I want to emphasize it again. It does not force them either, they simply come out effortlessly thanks to the very character of the IEM.

Single player videogames:

Check the analysis conditions for this type of videogames on my blog.

With this EA1000 there is something very curious that happened to me: I know its bass, especially the sub bass, is not the most exciting thing I have heard, but it has that type of sound that makes games more intense without needing to exaggerate or emphasize this area, which completely won me over.

In action scenes explosions, hits, collapses or gunshots have quite a lot of impact and energy, but what I liked the most was the speed with which it responds to everything. I never felt the sound heavy or uncontrolled, even when the screen is full of chaos, this set maintains quite a lot of cleanliness. That helps tremendously so dialogues do not get lost between effects and music. Voices always appear clear and well positioned, so conversations feel natural even in sound-heavy scenes, where they do not lose prominence and, above all, do not leave you wondering what the characters said because you could not hear them properly.

And precisely that clarity is what makes immersion work so well. There are many small environmental sounds that would normally go unnoticed and here they constantly appear: distant footsteps, wind, reverberations, machines working in the background or small echoes inside buildings. The game feels more alive because it leaves a lot of air between sounds and captures very tiny details without forcing them.

In addition, the layer separation is exaggeratedly good for this kind of content. Even when combat, music, voices and effects are happening at the same time, everything keeps its space. I never get that congested sound sensation where everything blends together.

The stage also helps quite a lot, because it feels sufficiently spacious and open, especially in games with lots of environmental design, whether large maps or more closed ones. It does not become gigantic in depth, but it does create a very enveloping sensation around the head.

The only thing I sometimes notice is that some bright effects can sound somewhat intense, especially in games with aggressive mixes or lots of metal up top. I would not say it constantly bothers me, but it does maintain a very lively energy in the treble.

Even so, that same clarity makes positioning excellent. Detecting directions, movements or specific sounds becomes super easy and natural, to the point where many games end up feeling more precise and cinematic than normal.

Multiplayer shooter videogames:

Check the analysis conditions for this type of videogames on my blog.

Despite not having a very large sound space by itself, it fits very well into the profile of this type of game because the sense of order in the placement of sound elements is very easy to recognize, even in extremely chaotic situations.

In CS2 footsteps and sounds at different heights appear well-defined, where locating the directionality of enemies, gunshots and explosions is achieved naturally and precisely.

In Apex Legends, a more chaotic game due to each character’s abilities, the achieved separation results in the sound not becoming crowded. It is a game where you not only have to locate enemies by their actions but also by the abilities they activate at every moment. This matter was very well resolved, allowing me to react quickly and with good spatial orientation. In COD: Warzone the same thing happened to me, since the sound information was not overshadowed at any moment because the tuning of these monitors emphasizes effectively and separates magnificently the important sounds from those that are not as important.

Finishing with Battlefield 6, where everything is constant chaos, the stage remained organized, correctly spaced on every axis, showing precise scaling of distances and directionality adjusted to what was actually happening on screen.

Final conclusion and personal evaluations:

There are sets that win you over through musicality, others with their technicalities, some lift your mood to make your days more bearable... Simgot EA1000 extracts the best from every aspect to convince you with its cleanliness, its energy and the ability to make absolutely everything feel more visible and exciting. It is one of those sets that keep you alert and mentally awake, savoring every detail, every transition.

That continuous liveliness, where chords breathe within their space, coexist with surprising ease and harmony. The music feels fast, expressive, but without sounding emotionally distant. It is not a warm hug but rather a soft and technical caress.

As I have said throughout the text, clarity is its essence, and that makes any type of content you consume gain a sensation of particularly agile and absorbing intensity despite bass being a very secondary protagonist.

Personally, its identity is very clear, it will not please everyone, those looking for a denser, overwhelming presentation will feel that it lacks that point of rhythmic punch or those looking for a relaxed, dark or more physical listening experience.

Even so, EA1000 is aimed at those seeking a clean sound, well stratified to follow instruments and sound elements, richly nuanced, fresh, dynamic.

It is a model that stands out for how it illuminates sound.

If you made it this far, thanks for reading.

More reviews on my blog.

Social media on my profile.

See you in the next review!

Disclaimer:

This monitor set has been sent by Simgot. I sincerely appreciate the opportunity to try one of their products at no cost and that no conditions were imposed when creating this analysis.

Despite this, my priority is to be as impartial as possible within the subjectivity involved in analyzing an audio product. My opinion belongs only to me and I develop it around the perception of my ears. If you have a different one, it is equally valid. Please feel free to share it.

My sources:

-FiiO K11 for music and videogames on the main PC.

-NiceHCK Octave while working.

-FiiO BTA30 Pro + FiiO BTR13 for LDAC wireless listening at home.

-FiiO BTR13 + FiiO Airlink + Iphone 16 Pro Max for wireless listening on the street.

-CCZ CM01 3.5mm.

-FiiO Jiezi 4.4mm.

-Shanling M0 Pro 3.5mm/4.4mm.

-Apple Music.

-Local FLAC and MP3 files.

Hello Community!

I have almost tried the entire line of Simgot models, but one heavyweight that I was still missing to analyze and enjoy is the one I present to you today: the EA1000 Fermat.

Price: 219€-250$

Link

Pros:

-Great level of technical performance.

-Cleanliness throughout its entire tonality.

-Fast, dry, polished bass.

-Mids with great resolution, open, detailed.

-Crystalline, vibrant, informative treble.

-Three tuning nozzles to cover different tastes or needs.

-A very informative set but far from sounding analytical and cold.

-Great quality accessories.

Cons:

-This type of tuning is not for the general public: the high frequencies are spicy and it is not a sound signature made for fun listening.

-Lack of thickness in the lower mids is noticeable but not dramatic.

Accessories:

-Two shells.

-Three tuning nozzles.

-Replacement O-rings for the nozzles.

-Cable with 0.78mm connection and 3.5mm termination.

-Two sets of eartips in SML sizes.

-Storage and transport case.

-Card and explanation of Fermat’s theorem.

-User manual.

Comfort, design and build quality:

This model is small-medium sized. I do not think there will be complications for the consumer mass regarding fit issues, since its shapes are rounded, without edges that could cause discomfort. The ergonomics are satisfactorily good, fitting easily into my outer ear.

The same situation applies to insertion into the ear canal, since the width and length of the nozzle reach fair and sufficient measurements so that with the stock eartips you can find a comfortable and appropriate seal. Nevertheless, I used tips from another brand, but the ones included by Simgot are completely appropriate.

Aesthetically they fit my tastes, as they are sober and discreet, with that touch of elegance that separates them from something generic, since the metallic and chrome body together with the resin faceplate give that distinctive touch. It is a set that is very well worked in terms of build quality, without noticeable protrusions to the touch, with both body parts well assembled.

The cable is something that fascinated me. It may be the best cable I have been able to enjoy in a Simgot model. I know the ET142 cable is sold separately and would be the brand’s flagship cable, but the one included with the EA1000 is somewhat thinner and more manageable, very suitable for desktop tasks or sports, without causing tangles or pulling. At the end of the day it is lighter but equally resistant and the perceived quality is very high, giving a sense of security and durability in prolonged use.

Technical aspects:

-1DD+1PR configuration (passive radiator)

-16 ohms impedance.

-127dB sensitivity.

-Declared response 20hz-20khz.

Nozzles:

I really appreciate these kinds of accessories, since they allow me to find something according to my personal tastes or look for other points of view when analyzing the product. Simgot EA1000 has three different types that alter the obtained tuning.

Red nozzle: my point of reference and comparison against the others. It is the most universal and the one I believe most people may like since it offers a balanced sound, with a slightly colored low-frequency area, minimally recessed mids and treble that in a certain way feels more rounded.

Black nozzle: this is where the set cools down a bit although it takes on a more technical character, since the brightness rises and the sound separation improves, making it more energetic in the higher frequencies.

Gold nozzle: vocals take more prominence just like the instrumentation in the central and upper mids, feeling more direct.

Pairing for the tests:

-Neutral source.

-Gain set to medium.

-Dunu Candy eartips.

-Stock 3.5mm cable.

-Red nozzle for music and single player games.

-Gold nozzle for multiplayer shooter games.

Sound signature:

As always, let’s focus on the low frequencies: it is not its strongest condition; obviously the tuning is focused on other parameters. EA1000 leans more towards texture, towards control, towards showing firm speed full of resolution rather than creating an enveloping and rumbling aura. The sub bass is practically anecdotal. It exists, but it does not create a solid atmosphere that fills your mental room. It is clean, but it does not dominate, favoring the sound to breathe and be appreciated with plenty of clarity.

On the other hand, the mid bass deserves a special mention for its dry and fast punch, with a refined technical character. It is tactile, physical, but not too bulky, it does not cross that thin line where it could feel muddy or poorly defined, instead placing itself on the side of transparency.

In case you did not know, this is not a set for lovers of thunderous bass, rather for those who enjoy something dynamic, agile, elegant, polished.

In the midrange the expressiveness and clarity are palpable. It does not reach the point of sounding cold like more analytical sets, instead it remains in an intermediate position, where I was able to perceive a well-defined body in the instrumentation that gave my listening sessions a very pleasant emotional point.

As I say, the instruments come out very well, since it is an area where resolution abounds, they are well delimited, clear, where transitions feel fast, without residue, bringing out all the nuances of strings, air and keys.

It is a segment of the frequencies that truly excited me, but it also left me somewhat wanting more in the lower mids, since the slight lack of density in some instruments and voices causes them to lose prominence: they do not have the necessary body to add that little point of warmth that brings joy, instead it keeps betting on transparency.

At the end of the day, the purpose of the EA1000 is to decongest and dissect the sound, something it performs very well in the upper mids, since the energy, brightness, highly informative detail and spaciousness of this area give emotion, but without becoming annoying. It sounds fast, cheerful, alive. If the sub bass was somewhat boring, the upper mids will bring out the best smile on your face.

Treble, always a controversial subject in any Simgot model although, I have to say, I have always tolerated them well.

Well; for me, it is the most important and addictive part of the tuning of these monitors. The clarity is crystalline, artistically bringing out the details and information, revealing and giving prominence to any chord that in other sets or different tunings you would overlook, as if you were floating in a cloud of tiny sonic sparkles.

The space and extension are large, and this can also play against the Simgot model, since old or low-quality recordings will not hide their flaws. On the contrary, a well-made, modern recording is something you are going to enjoy a lot.

Nevertheless, there is a slight metallic nuance, certainly artificial, in very bright tracks; it happened to me especially in very high-pitched female vocals, which can become noticeable if your hearing is very sensitive or highly trained. Even so, the personality these EA1000 have in this region is remarkable, since the speed and sparkle are constant, highly spirited, at no moment does it feel uncontrolled but rather something well-defined and intense.

Speaking now about vocals, very deep male vocals position themselves more in favor of clarity rather than perfect articulation or realistic depth. They do not have that specific weight of this type of voice, like a velvety character. The ones this set handles better are normal male vocals, well-defined, good articulation, accurate timbre but, the ones that produced the best result for me were the female vocals, where the delicacy and brightness make them feel as if they had been touched by a magic wand, where their naturalness is enveloping and almost hypnotic.

Regarding technical level, I can say it performs above what I expected: the stage is fair in its dimensions, homogeneous and coherent, where the three axes seem to agree in balancing each other. It is not something very large, but I never managed to perceive the sensation of it falling short.

What caught my attention the most was the sound image that I mentally built during my listening sessions. Surgical precision, extremely revealing, very easy to follow positions even in very dense tracks.

As if that were not enough, the layering work it performs is also excellent, since it knows how to remain separated between elements with consistency and efficiency, without sounding forced, without any sense of crowding, with gracefulness and elevated technique.

To finish, the ease with which it captures details is completely absurd, especially the most subtle ones. I know I have said it above, but I want to emphasize it again. It does not force them either, they simply come out effortlessly thanks to the very character of the IEM.

Single player videogames:

Check the analysis conditions for this type of videogames on my blog.

With this EA1000 there is something very curious that happened to me: I know its bass, especially the sub bass, is not the most exciting thing I have heard, but it has that type of sound that makes games more intense without needing to exaggerate or emphasize this area, which completely won me over.

In action scenes explosions, hits, collapses or gunshots have quite a lot of impact and energy, but what I liked the most was the speed with which it responds to everything. I never felt the sound heavy or uncontrolled, even when the screen is full of chaos, this set maintains quite a lot of cleanliness. That helps tremendously so dialogues do not get lost between effects and music. Voices always appear clear and well positioned, so conversations feel natural even in sound-heavy scenes, where they do not lose prominence and, above all, do not leave you wondering what the characters said because you could not hear them properly.

And precisely that clarity is what makes immersion work so well. There are many small environmental sounds that would normally go unnoticed and here they constantly appear: distant footsteps, wind, reverberations, machines working in the background or small echoes inside buildings. The game feels more alive because it leaves a lot of air between sounds and captures very tiny details without forcing them.

In addition, the layer separation is exaggeratedly good for this kind of content. Even when combat, music, voices and effects are happening at the same time, everything keeps its space. I never get that congested sound sensation where everything blends together.

The stage also helps quite a lot, because it feels sufficiently spacious and open, especially in games with lots of environmental design, whether large maps or more closed ones. It does not become gigantic in depth, but it does create a very enveloping sensation around the head.

The only thing I sometimes notice is that some bright effects can sound somewhat intense, especially in games with aggressive mixes or lots of metal up top. I would not say it constantly bothers me, but it does maintain a very lively energy in the treble.

Even so, that same clarity makes positioning excellent. Detecting directions, movements or specific sounds becomes super easy and natural, to the point where many games end up feeling more precise and cinematic than normal.

Multiplayer shooter videogames:

Check the analysis conditions for this type of videogames on my blog.

Despite not having a very large sound space by itself, it fits very well into the profile of this type of game because the sense of order in the placement of sound elements is very easy to recognize, even in extremely chaotic situations.

In CS2 footsteps and sounds at different heights appear well-defined, where locating the directionality of enemies, gunshots and explosions is achieved naturally and precisely.

In Apex Legends, a more chaotic game due to each character’s abilities, the achieved separation results in the sound not becoming crowded. It is a game where you not only have to locate enemies by their actions but also by the abilities they activate at every moment. This matter was very well resolved, allowing me to react quickly and with good spatial orientation. In COD: Warzone the same thing happened to me, since the sound information was not overshadowed at any moment because the tuning of these monitors emphasizes effectively and separates magnificently the important sounds from those that are not as important.

Finishing with Battlefield 6, where everything is constant chaos, the stage remained organized, correctly spaced on every axis, showing precise scaling of distances and directionality adjusted to what was actually happening on screen.

Final conclusion and personal evaluations:

There are sets that win you over through musicality, others with their technicalities, some lift your mood to make your days more bearable... Simgot EA1000 extracts the best from every aspect to convince you with its cleanliness, its energy and the ability to make absolutely everything feel more visible and exciting. It is one of those sets that keep you alert and mentally awake, savoring every detail, every transition.

That continuous liveliness, where chords breathe within their space, coexist with surprising ease and harmony. The music feels fast, expressive, but without sounding emotionally distant. It is not a warm hug but rather a soft and technical caress.

As I have said throughout the text, clarity is its essence, and that makes any type of content you consume gain a sensation of particularly agile and absorbing intensity despite bass being a very secondary protagonist.

Personally, its identity is very clear, it will not please everyone, those looking for a denser, overwhelming presentation will feel that it lacks that point of rhythmic punch or those looking for a relaxed, dark or more physical listening experience.

Even so, EA1000 is aimed at those seeking a clean sound, well stratified to follow instruments and sound elements, richly nuanced, fresh, dynamic.

It is a model that stands out for how it illuminates sound.

If you made it this far, thanks for reading.

More reviews on my blog.

Social media on my profile.

See you in the next review!

Disclaimer:

This monitor set has been sent by Simgot. I sincerely appreciate the opportunity to try one of their products at no cost and that no conditions were imposed when creating this analysis.

Despite this, my priority is to be as impartial as possible within the subjectivity involved in analyzing an audio product. My opinion belongs only to me and I develop it around the perception of my ears. If you have a different one, it is equally valid. Please feel free to share it.

My sources:

-FiiO K11 for music and videogames on the main PC.

-NiceHCK Octave while working.

-FiiO BTA30 Pro + FiiO BTR13 for LDAC wireless listening at home.

-FiiO BTR13 + FiiO Airlink + Iphone 16 Pro Max for wireless listening on the street.

-CCZ CM01 3.5mm.

-FiiO Jiezi 4.4mm.

-Shanling M0 Pro 3.5mm/4.4mm.

-Apple Music.

-Local FLAC and MP3 files.

Hello Community!

I have almost tried the entire line of Simgot models, but one heavyweight that I was still missing to analyze and enjoy is the one I present to you today: the EA1000 Fermat.

Price: 219€-250$

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Pros:

-Great level of technical performance.

-Cleanliness throughout its entire tonality.

-Fast, dry, polished bass.

-Mids with great resolution, open, detailed.

-Crystalline, vibrant, informative treble.

-Three tuning nozzles to cover different tastes or needs.

-A very informative set but far from sounding analytical and cold.

-Great quality accessories.

Cons:

-This type of tuning is not for the general public: the high frequencies are spicy and it is not a sound signature made for fun listening.

-Lack of thickness in the lower mids is noticeable but not dramatic.

Accessories:

-Two shells.

-Three tuning nozzles.

-Replacement O-rings for the nozzles.

-Cable with 0.78mm connection and 3.5mm termination.

-Two sets of eartips in SML sizes.

-Storage and transport case.

-Card and explanation of Fermat’s theorem.

-User manual.

Comfort, design and build quality:

This model is small-medium sized. I do not think there will be complications for the consumer mass regarding fit issues, since its shapes are rounded, without edges that could cause discomfort. The ergonomics are satisfactorily good, fitting easily into my outer ear.

The same situation applies to insertion into the ear canal, since the width and length of the nozzle reach fair and sufficient measurements so that with the stock eartips you can find a comfortable and appropriate seal. Nevertheless, I used tips from another brand, but the ones included by Simgot are completely appropriate.

Aesthetically they fit my tastes, as they are sober and discreet, with that touch of elegance that separates them from something generic, since the metallic and chrome body together with the resin faceplate give that distinctive touch. It is a set that is very well worked in terms of build quality, without noticeable protrusions to the touch, with both body parts well assembled.

The cable is something that fascinated me. It may be the best cable I have been able to enjoy in a Simgot model. I know the ET142 cable is sold separately and would be the brand’s flagship cable, but the one included with the EA1000 is somewhat thinner and more manageable, very suitable for desktop tasks or sports, without causing tangles or pulling. At the end of the day it is lighter but equally resistant and the perceived quality is very high, giving a sense of security and durability in prolonged use.

Technical aspects:

-1DD+1PR configuration (passive radiator)

-16 ohms impedance.

-127dB sensitivity.

-Declared response 20hz-20khz.

Nozzles:

I really appreciate these kinds of accessories, since they allow me to find something according to my personal tastes or look for other points of view when analyzing the product. Simgot EA1000 has three different types that alter the obtained tuning.

Red nozzle: my point of reference and comparison against the others. It is the most universal and the one I believe most people may like since it offers a balanced sound, with a slightly colored low-frequency area, minimally recessed mids and treble that in a certain way feels more rounded.

Black nozzle: this is where the set cools down a bit although it takes on a more technical character, since the brightness rises and the sound separation improves, making it more energetic in the higher frequencies.

Gold nozzle: vocals take more prominence just like the instrumentation in the central and upper mids, feeling more direct.

Pairing for the tests:

-Neutral source.

-Gain set to medium.

-Dunu Candy eartips.

-Stock 3.5mm cable.

-Red nozzle for music and single player games.

-Gold nozzle for multiplayer shooter games.

Sound signature:

As always, let’s focus on the low frequencies: it is not its strongest condition; obviously the tuning is focused on other parameters. EA1000 leans more towards texture, towards control, towards showing firm speed full of resolution rather than creating an enveloping and rumbling aura. The sub bass is practically anecdotal. It exists, but it does not create a solid atmosphere that fills your mental room. It is clean, but it does not dominate, favoring the sound to breathe and be appreciated with plenty of clarity.

On the other hand, the mid bass deserves a special mention for its dry and fast punch, with a refined technical character. It is tactile, physical, but not too bulky, it does not cross that thin line where it could feel muddy or poorly defined, instead placing itself on the side of transparency.

In case you did not know, this is not a set for lovers of thunderous bass, rather for those who enjoy something dynamic, agile, elegant, polished.

In the midrange the expressiveness and clarity are palpable. It does not reach the point of sounding cold like more analytical sets, instead it remains in an intermediate position, where I was able to perceive a well-defined body in the instrumentation that gave my listening sessions a very pleasant emotional point.

As I say, the instruments come out very well, since it is an area where resolution abounds, they are well delimited, clear, where transitions feel fast, without residue, bringing out all the nuances of strings, air and keys.

It is a segment of the frequencies that truly excited me, but it also left me somewhat wanting more in the lower mids, since the slight lack of density in some instruments and voices causes them to lose prominence: they do not have the necessary body to add that little point of warmth that brings joy, instead it keeps betting on transparency.

At the end of the day, the purpose of the EA1000 is to decongest and dissect the sound, something it performs very well in the upper mids, since the energy, brightness, highly informative detail and spaciousness of this area give emotion, but without becoming annoying. It sounds fast, cheerful, alive. If the sub bass was somewhat boring, the upper mids will bring out the best smile on your face.

Treble, always a controversial subject in any Simgot model although, I have to say, I have always tolerated them well.

Well; for me, it is the most important and addictive part of the tuning of these monitors. The clarity is crystalline, artistically bringing out the details and information, revealing and giving prominence to any chord that in other sets or different tunings you would overlook, as if you were floating in a cloud of tiny sonic sparkles.

The space and extension are large, and this can also play against the Simgot model, since old or low-quality recordings will not hide their flaws. On the contrary, a well-made, modern recording is something you are going to enjoy a lot.

Nevertheless, there is a slight metallic nuance, certainly artificial, in very bright tracks; it happened to me especially in very high-pitched female vocals, which can become noticeable if your hearing is very sensitive or highly trained. Even so, the personality these EA1000 have in this region is remarkable, since the speed and sparkle are constant, highly spirited, at no moment does it feel uncontrolled but rather something well-defined and intense.

Speaking now about vocals, very deep male vocals position themselves more in favor of clarity rather than perfect articulation or realistic depth. They do not have that specific weight of this type of voice, like a velvety character. The ones this set handles better are normal male vocals, well-defined, good articulation, accurate timbre but, the ones that produced the best result for me were the female vocals, where the delicacy and brightness make them feel as if they had been touched by a magic wand, where their naturalness is enveloping and almost hypnotic.

Regarding technical level, I can say it performs above what I expected: the stage is fair in its dimensions, homogeneous and coherent, where the three axes seem to agree in balancing each other. It is not something very large, but I never managed to perceive the sensation of it falling short.

What caught my attention the most was the sound image that I mentally built during my listening sessions. Surgical precision, extremely revealing, very easy to follow positions even in very dense tracks.

As if that were not enough, the layering work it performs is also excellent, since it knows how to remain separated between elements with consistency and efficiency, without sounding forced, without any sense of crowding, with gracefulness and elevated technique.

To finish, the ease with which it captures details is completely absurd, especially the most subtle ones. I know I have said it above, but I want to emphasize it again. It does not force them either, they simply come out effortlessly thanks to the very character of the IEM.

Single player videogames:

Check the analysis conditions for this type of videogames on my blog.

With this EA1000 there is something very curious that happened to me: I know its bass, especially the sub bass, is not the most exciting thing I have heard, but it has that type of sound that makes games more intense without needing to exaggerate or emphasize this area, which completely won me over.

In action scenes explosions, hits, collapses or gunshots have quite a lot of impact and energy, but what I liked the most was the speed with which it responds to everything. I never felt the sound heavy or uncontrolled, even when the screen is full of chaos, this set maintains quite a lot of cleanliness. That helps tremendously so dialogues do not get lost between effects and music. Voices always appear clear and well positioned, so conversations feel natural even in sound-heavy scenes, where they do not lose prominence and, above all, do not leave you wondering what the characters said because you could not hear them properly.

And precisely that clarity is what makes immersion work so well. There are many small environmental sounds that would normally go unnoticed and here they constantly appear: distant footsteps, wind, reverberations, machines working in the background or small echoes inside buildings. The game feels more alive because it leaves a lot of air between sounds and captures very tiny details without forcing them.

In addition, the layer separation is exaggeratedly good for this kind of content. Even when combat, music, voices and effects are happening at the same time, everything keeps its space. I never get that congested sound sensation where everything blends together.

The stage also helps quite a lot, because it feels sufficiently spacious and open, especially in games with lots of environmental design, whether large maps or more closed ones. It does not become gigantic in depth, but it does create a very enveloping sensation around the head.

The only thing I sometimes notice is that some bright effects can sound somewhat intense, especially in games with aggressive mixes or lots of metal up top. I would not say it constantly bothers me, but it does maintain a very lively energy in the treble.

Even so, that same clarity makes positioning excellent. Detecting directions, movements or specific sounds becomes super easy and natural, to the point where many games end up feeling more precise and cinematic than normal.

Multiplayer shooter videogames:

Check the analysis conditions for this type of videogames on my blog.

Despite not having a very large sound space by itself, it fits very well into the profile of this type of game because the sense of order in the placement of sound elements is very easy to recognize, even in extremely chaotic situations.

In CS2 footsteps and sounds at different heights appear well-defined, where locating the directionality of enemies, gunshots and explosions is achieved naturally and precisely.

In Apex Legends, a more chaotic game due to each character’s abilities, the achieved separation results in the sound not becoming crowded. It is a game where you not only have to locate enemies by their actions but also by the abilities they activate at every moment. This matter was very well resolved, allowing me to react quickly and with good spatial orientation. In COD: Warzone the same thing happened to me, since the sound information was not overshadowed at any moment because the tuning of these monitors emphasizes effectively and separates magnificently the important sounds from those that are not as important.

Finishing with Battlefield 6, where everything is constant chaos, the stage remained organized, correctly spaced on every axis, showing precise scaling of distances and directionality adjusted to what was actually happening on screen.

Final conclusion and personal evaluations:

There are sets that win you over through musicality, others with their technicalities, some lift your mood to make your days more bearable... Simgot EA1000 extracts the best from every aspect to convince you with its cleanliness, its energy and the ability to make absolutely everything feel more visible and exciting. It is one of those sets that keep you alert and mentally awake, savoring every detail, every transition.

That continuous liveliness, where chords breathe within their space, coexist with surprising ease and harmony. The music feels fast, expressive, but without sounding emotionally distant. It is not a warm hug but rather a soft and technical caress.

As I have said throughout the text, clarity is its essence, and that makes any type of content you consume gain a sensation of particularly agile and absorbing intensity despite bass being a very secondary protagonist.

Personally, its identity is very clear, it will not please everyone, those looking for a denser, overwhelming presentation will feel that it lacks that point of rhythmic punch or those looking for a relaxed, dark or more physical listening experience.

Even so, EA1000 is aimed at those seeking a clean sound, well stratified to follow instruments and sound elements, richly nuanced, fresh, dynamic.

It is a model that stands out for how it illuminates sound.

If you made it this far, thanks for reading.

More reviews on my blog.

Social media on my profile.

See you in the next review!

Disclaimer:

This monitor set has been sent by Simgot. I sincerely appreciate the opportunity to try one of their products at no cost and that no conditions were imposed when creating this analysis.

Despite this, my priority is to be as impartial as possible within the subjectivity involved in analyzing an audio product. My opinion belongs only to me and I develop it around the perception of my ears. If you have a different one, it is equally valid. Please feel free to share it.

My sources:

-FiiO K11 for music and videogames on the main PC.

-NiceHCK Octave while working.

-FiiO BTA30 Pro + FiiO BTR13 for LDAC wireless listening at home.

-FiiO BTR13 + FiiO Airlink + Iphone 16 Pro Max for wireless listening on the street.

-CCZ CM01 3.5mm.

-FiiO Jiezi 4.4mm.

-Shanling M0 Pro 3.5mm/4.4mm.

-Apple Music.

-Local FLAC and MP3 files.

Hello Community!

The set I was missing from Twistura is finally here: D-Major. Something very different from what was previously seen in the brand, with its own character, very marked and for very specific tastes.

Price: 47$-40€

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Pros:

-I think it is the IEM with the most clarity that I found in the sub 100$ segment.
-Great treble extension, with a lot of openness.
-Female voices feel truly alive.
-Exquisite sound positioning.
-Great control in sonically chaotic tracks or situations.
-Very technical sound.

Cons:

-The soundstage, although coherent, is intimate.
-Depending on genres or chosen nozzle, it emphasizes sibilance too much.
-The bass is not very fun.
-It is not for someone looking for a set for everything.
-The fit of the shells in your ears may not be the most comfortable.

Accessories:

-Two shells.
-Two sets of SML sized Eartips, silicone and liquid silicone.
-Cable with 0.78mm connections and 3.5mm connection.
-USB-C DAC dongle.
-Three sets of tuning nozzles.
-Carrying and storage pouch.
-User manual.

Comfort, design and construction:

Starting with the bad part, the shape of the shell body is not the most ideal to favor the feeling that everything is well fitted and in its place. The nozzle area has a widening that seems not to facilitate the insertion of the nozzle into your ear canal. The result is that you are always aware that the IEMs may fall out of place, but they are actually well positioned. You do not feel painful pressure but rather a continuous thought that the monitors are not properly fitted.

Despite this, the included Eartips do a good job keeping the set inside your ears: they are elastic, adapt to the canal and provide a good seal that prevents leaks or sound escape.

The construction and materials used are somewhat far from products that feel more premium. They are good and correct for the price: a plastic body and a metallic faceplate. The set is not heavy and the size is small-medium. It feels like a sufficiently well worked product, without imperfections. Aesthetically it is very much to my liking, with a retro-futuristic or steampunk touch, partly thanks to those side vents that evoke fashions from the 80s.

On the other hand, the cable is simply sufficient and correct for the package price. I appreciate that it is lightweight, but sometimes I suffered tangles while moving or awkward positions behind the ears. Staying at the desk, its behavior was friendlier.

Technical aspects:

-1DD configuration with beryllium-plated diaphragm and polyurethane suspension.
-22 ohms impedance.
-108dB sensitivity.
-Declared response 15hz-37khz.

Nozzles:

Twistura D-Major brings a set of three nozzles to customize the sound. It is an accessory that I always love because it gives versatility to monitor sets.

Red: my reference and the one on which I base the entire analysis of the set. It has a more musical character. It is the nozzle that provides the most presence in the low frequencies and the mids are somewhat more welcoming, less cold, than the other nozzles. The treble is slightly softened, losing part of its aggressiveness. The sound becomes more fun, balanced and comfortable.

Black: of the three it is the one that would remain in the middle. We gain some clarity in the general resolution and lose some color in bass and mids. The soundstage gave me the feeling of becoming larger and locating sound directionality better. Voices, of any type, get closer to what I consider natural. The treble remains energetic, but with more detail.

Blue: the sub bass practically disappears and the mid bass is still there, but with less body. It is a more technical and analytical signature. Voices, especially female ones, and the midrange position themselves at the front of the stage. It can become too sharp and even painful in the treble.

Pairing for the tests:

-Red nozzle.
-Neutral source.
-Gain set to low.
-Stock liquid silicone Eartips.
-Stock 3.5mm cable.

Sound signature:

When we talk about sound, the bass section of the D-Major is not one of those that crush you with strong hits nor that wrap around you too much. The deepest bass has a soft, comfortable texture, with little weight, but that helps the higher frequencies sound clear without the bass covering them. It seems to seek a more mature, less flashy sound.

That said, the mid bass does try to stand out a bit, although without being the center of attention. They deliver a hit that is not exaggerated, but effective, fast and clean. They provide a rhythmic base that feels technical, but without becoming too heavy. In general, the bass of this Twistura model does not overwhelm you with low notes; its main idea is for you to enjoy a controlled sound, that sounds good together, so you can listen in a relaxed and clear way.

In the midrange, the instruments sound natural, and honestly this was the area I liked the most about the entire set. Voices and instruments blend with a touch of warmth, but without losing that neutrality that defines the sound of these earphones. Everything flows continuously and the separation is so good that you hear each thing very defined and with its own space. It invites you to want to dissect each layer, to notice every detail with great precision. The resolution is good, it is sufficient. But, as usually happens with this type of sound, the notes feel a bit light, with less body. It is not that this is bad, because it helps the sound be transparent, but some songs may seem less emotional or fun to you.

Moving to the treble, this is where the D-Major brings out the best of itself, and it was what convinced me to have these monitors. There is a lot of air, brightness and energy. I love how it brings out details that give you a huge amount of information from the sound, and it does so with incredible ease and purity. The treble extends so much that you feel you are facing something super technical and at the same time very intense, so maybe it is not for every ear. Its sound is very direct and focuses on this area, seeking a lot of clarity and resolution, with a huge sense of openness.

Regarding voices, very deep male voices do not feel heavy, they sound clear and well pronounced, without seeming saturated. But they lack a bit of depth and detail that would make you notice them with more body, which is why they feel a bit thin. Normal male voices sound balanced and natural, with a very accurate tone and just enough clarity for you to catch all their details. And female voices are the ones that perform best with this sound, they sound very open, full of life and naturalness.

As for technical performance, the D-Major seems to me to perform very well, especially for its price. The sound space does not feel gigantic nor does it give you a total three-dimensional sensation, but it does have a very convincing openness, with enough air for each instrument to have its place and not everything gathers in the center. The imaging or the way it places sounds in the stage is excellent, it really helps you know where each thing comes from. The separation of the different sounds also pleased me a lot, because it distinguishes them very cleanly and prevents songs with many things happening from becoming a mess. It dissects each part efficiently and makes you feel a lot of space between notes.

Where it is most noticeable that it is a technical set is in how it retrieves details, since small textures and very subtle information appear that normally are not heard with differently tuned IEMs or even competitors with this type of orientation. Maybe it is not the most immersive presentation I have tried, but it does give you a constant and forceful sensation of clarity, control and resolution that in the end I ended up liking a lot.

Single player videogames:

Check the review conditions on my blog.

In moments of a lot of action, the D-Major has a calmer sound, it does not seek that spectacularity you need to feel completely immersed in something very exciting. The sounds of explosions or reverberations do not have as much physical impact to decorate those scenes. However, the good thing is that the mid-bass is so clean, fast and punchy that gunshots or small hits feel good and do not make you lose the rhythm of the game.

But where it does an excellent job is in achieving immersion and giving life to the environment. Small background noises that you normally would not even notice become quite present here. The clarity of its mids helps them not get lost in the stage: creaks, footsteps, leaves, the wind… all of this comes forward and ends up giving a special touch to your gaming experience, adding extra realism.

As for dialogues, although the voices are a bit thin, they are heard quite well even in scenes with many sounds, they do not get lost among all the chaos and do not make you lose the thread of the conversation. In general, they sound natural, with good nuances and are perfectly understandable. Only in very deep voices did I notice they lacked a bit of body, but in the end I was happy with how they sounded in most scenes.

The soundstage is not gigantic, but it is quite balanced in all directions. The D-Major performed better in closed places than in open spaces, where I felt everything a bit too close or cramped. Despite that, the positioning greatly compensated for that lack of stage width, being super clear, precise and direct. It is very easy to know where each sound comes from, whether it is something static or moving.

Another thing I loved about these earphones is how well they handle difficult situations, when there are many sounds at the same time. Instead of sounding like a bunch of incomprehensible noise, the D-Major separates each sound layer with great precision, shows it individually and this gives you a sensation of order, clarity and space.

To finish, yes, there are effects with sibilance, especially metallic or crystal-like ones, and sometimes it may become a bit tiring. It is a set that has a lot of brightness and gives you a lot of information.

Final conclusion and personal evaluations:

In summary and already as a personal opinion, the Twistura D-Major is very honest from the beginning. It does not try to impress you with super powerful bass nor with a spectacularly attractive and fun sound. Its objective is rather to sound clean, clear and always very orderly. It feels very airy, sounds are well separated and it is easy to understand what you are hearing, as if there was always plenty of space left to focus on small details effortlessly. It has a very lively and detailed personality, but without becoming completely cold sounding.

What I liked the most was precisely that transparency it has. The way it lets voices and instruments breathe makes listening to music very pleasurable. That continuous sensation of sharpness and openness is fabulous, especially with female voices, instrumental music and videogame environments, where small noises gain a lot of life and presence.

Even with all this, the D-Major knows very well what type of experience it wants to deliver. If you are looking for a more powerful, warm or more physical feeling sound, you will surely notice that it lacks some body and that emotional spark in some moments. It is also not very friendly with recordings that already sound very bright, because its way of being so direct and clear always seeks to bring out all the information.

Special mention to the included accessories. Twistura has always taken care of this (except Delta). The quantity and quality it offers is of great value. Of enormous value rather.

For me, it is designed for people who like a clean, open sound with many details, who prefer clarity and good separation over strong hits or a very warm sound.

If you made it this far, thank you for reading.
More reviews on my blog.
Social media on my profile.
See you in the next review!

Disclaimer:

This monitor set has been sent by Twistura. I sincerely appreciate the opportunity to be able to try one of their products at no cost and that no condition has been imposed when making this analysis.

Despite this, my priority is to be as impartial as possible within the subjectivity involved in analyzing an audio product. My opinion belongs only to me and I develop it around the perception of my ears. If you have a different one, it is equally valid. Please feel free to share it.

My sources:

-FiiO K11 for music and videogames on the main PC.
-NiceHCK Octave while I work.
-FiiO BTA30 Pro + FiiO BTR13 for LDAC wireless listening at home.
-FiiO BTR13 + FiiO Airlink + Iphone 16 Pro Max for wireless listening on the street.
-CCZ CM01 3.5mm.
-FiiO Jiezi 4.4mm.
-Shanling M0 Pro 3.5mm/4.4mm.
-Apple Music.
-Local FLAC and MP3 files.

Hello Community!

The set I was missing from Twistura is finally here: D-Major. Something very different from what was previously seen in the brand, with its own character, very marked and for very specific tastes.

Price: 47$-40€

Link

Pros:

-I think it is the IEM with the most clarity that I found in the sub 100$ segment.
-Great treble extension, with a lot of openness.
-Female voices feel truly alive.
-Exquisite sound positioning.
-Great control in sonically chaotic tracks or situations.
-Very technical sound.

Cons:

-The soundstage, although coherent, is intimate.
-Depending on genres or chosen nozzle, it emphasizes sibilance too much.
-The bass is not very fun.
-It is not for someone looking for a set for everything.
-The fit of the shells in your ears may not be the most comfortable.

Accessories:

-Two shells.
-Two sets of SML sized Eartips, silicone and liquid silicone.
-Cable with 0.78mm connections and 3.5mm connection.
-USB-C DAC dongle.
-Three sets of tuning nozzles.
-Carrying and storage pouch.
-User manual.

Comfort, design and construction:

Starting with the bad part, the shape of the shell body is not the most ideal to favor the feeling that everything is well fitted and in its place. The nozzle area has a widening that seems not to facilitate the insertion of the nozzle into your ear canal. The result is that you are always aware that the IEMs may fall out of place, but they are actually well positioned. You do not feel painful pressure but rather a continuous thought that the monitors are not properly fitted.

Despite this, the included Eartips do a good job keeping the set inside your ears: they are elastic, adapt to the canal and provide a good seal that prevents leaks or sound escape.

The construction and materials used are somewhat far from products that feel more premium. They are good and correct for the price: a plastic body and a metallic faceplate. The set is not heavy and the size is small-medium. It feels like a sufficiently well worked product, without imperfections. Aesthetically it is very much to my liking, with a retro-futuristic or steampunk touch, partly thanks to those side vents that evoke fashions from the 80s.

On the other hand, the cable is simply sufficient and correct for the package price. I appreciate that it is lightweight, but sometimes I suffered tangles while moving or awkward positions behind the ears. Staying at the desk, its behavior was friendlier.

Technical aspects:

-1DD configuration with beryllium-plated diaphragm and polyurethane suspension.
-22 ohms impedance.
-108dB sensitivity.
-Declared response 15hz-37khz.

Nozzles:

Twistura D-Major brings a set of three nozzles to customize the sound. It is an accessory that I always love because it gives versatility to monitor sets.

Red: my reference and the one on which I base the entire analysis of the set. It has a more musical character. It is the nozzle that provides the most presence in the low frequencies and the mids are somewhat more welcoming, less cold, than the other nozzles. The treble is slightly softened, losing part of its aggressiveness. The sound becomes more fun, balanced and comfortable.

Black: of the three it is the one that would remain in the middle. We gain some clarity in the general resolution and lose some color in bass and mids. The soundstage gave me the feeling of becoming larger and locating sound directionality better. Voices, of any type, get closer to what I consider natural. The treble remains energetic, but with more detail.

Blue: the sub bass practically disappears and the mid bass is still there, but with less body. It is a more technical and analytical signature. Voices, especially female ones, and the midrange position themselves at the front of the stage. It can become too sharp and even painful in the treble.

Pairing for the tests:

-Red nozzle.
-Neutral source.
-Gain set to low.
-Stock liquid silicone Eartips.
-Stock 3.5mm cable.

Sound signature:

When we talk about sound, the bass section of the D-Major is not one of those that crush you with strong hits nor that wrap around you too much. The deepest bass has a soft, comfortable texture, with little weight, but that helps the higher frequencies sound clear without the bass covering them. It seems to seek a more mature, less flashy sound.

That said, the mid bass does try to stand out a bit, although without being the center of attention. They deliver a hit that is not exaggerated, but effective, fast and clean. They provide a rhythmic base that feels technical, but without becoming too heavy. In general, the bass of this Twistura model does not overwhelm you with low notes; its main idea is for you to enjoy a controlled sound, that sounds good together, so you can listen in a relaxed and clear way.

In the midrange, the instruments sound natural, and honestly this was the area I liked the most about the entire set. Voices and instruments blend with a touch of warmth, but without losing that neutrality that defines the sound of these earphones. Everything flows continuously and the separation is so good that you hear each thing very defined and with its own space. It invites you to want to dissect each layer, to notice every detail with great precision. The resolution is good, it is sufficient. But, as usually happens with this type of sound, the notes feel a bit light, with less body. It is not that this is bad, because it helps the sound be transparent, but some songs may seem less emotional or fun to you.

Moving to the treble, this is where the D-Major brings out the best of itself, and it was what convinced me to have these monitors. There is a lot of air, brightness and energy. I love how it brings out details that give you a huge amount of information from the sound, and it does so with incredible ease and purity. The treble extends so much that you feel you are facing something super technical and at the same time very intense, so maybe it is not for every ear. Its sound is very direct and focuses on this area, seeking a lot of clarity and resolution, with a huge sense of openness.

Regarding voices, very deep male voices do not feel heavy, they sound clear and well pronounced, without seeming saturated. But they lack a bit of depth and detail that would make you notice them with more body, which is why they feel a bit thin. Normal male voices sound balanced and natural, with a very accurate tone and just enough clarity for you to catch all their details. And female voices are the ones that perform best with this sound, they sound very open, full of life and naturalness.

As for technical performance, the D-Major seems to me to perform very well, especially for its price. The sound space does not feel gigantic nor does it give you a total three-dimensional sensation, but it does have a very convincing openness, with enough air for each instrument to have its place and not everything gathers in the center. The imaging or the way it places sounds in the stage is excellent, it really helps you know where each thing comes from. The separation of the different sounds also pleased me a lot, because it distinguishes them very cleanly and prevents songs with many things happening from becoming a mess. It dissects each part efficiently and makes you feel a lot of space between notes.

Where it is most noticeable that it is a technical set is in how it retrieves details, since small textures and very subtle information appear that normally are not heard with differently tuned IEMs or even competitors with this type of orientation. Maybe it is not the most immersive presentation I have tried, but it does give you a constant and forceful sensation of clarity, control and resolution that in the end I ended up liking a lot.

Single player videogames:

Check the review conditions on my blog.

In moments of a lot of action, the D-Major has a calmer sound, it does not seek that spectacularity you need to feel completely immersed in something very exciting. The sounds of explosions or reverberations do not have as much physical impact to decorate those scenes. However, the good thing is that the mid-bass is so clean, fast and punchy that gunshots or small hits feel good and do not make you lose the rhythm of the game.

But where it does an excellent job is in achieving immersion and giving life to the environment. Small background noises that you normally would not even notice become quite present here. The clarity of its mids helps them not get lost in the stage: creaks, footsteps, leaves, the wind… all of this comes forward and ends up giving a special touch to your gaming experience, adding extra realism.

As for dialogues, although the voices are a bit thin, they are heard quite well even in scenes with many sounds, they do not get lost among all the chaos and do not make you lose the thread of the conversation. In general, they sound natural, with good nuances and are perfectly understandable. Only in very deep voices did I notice they lacked a bit of body, but in the end I was happy with how they sounded in most scenes.

The soundstage is not gigantic, but it is quite balanced in all directions. The D-Major performed better in closed places than in open spaces, where I felt everything a bit too close or cramped. Despite that, the positioning greatly compensated for that lack of stage width, being super clear, precise and direct. It is very easy to know where each sound comes from, whether it is something static or moving.

Another thing I loved about these earphones is how well they handle difficult situations, when there are many sounds at the same time. Instead of sounding like a bunch of incomprehensible noise, the D-Major separates each sound layer with great precision, shows it individually and this gives you a sensation of order, clarity and space.

To finish, yes, there are effects with sibilance, especially metallic or crystal-like ones, and sometimes it may become a bit tiring. It is a set that has a lot of brightness and gives you a lot of information.

Final conclusion and personal evaluations:

In summary and already as a personal opinion, the Twistura D-Major is very honest from the beginning. It does not try to impress you with super powerful bass nor with a spectacularly attractive and fun sound. Its objective is rather to sound clean, clear and always very orderly. It feels very airy, sounds are well separated and it is easy to understand what you are hearing, as if there was always plenty of space left to focus on small details effortlessly. It has a very lively and detailed personality, but without becoming completely cold sounding.

What I liked the most was precisely that transparency it has. The way it lets voices and instruments breathe makes listening to music very pleasurable. That continuous sensation of sharpness and openness is fabulous, especially with female voices, instrumental music and videogame environments, where small noises gain a lot of life and presence.

Even with all this, the D-Major knows very well what type of experience it wants to deliver. If you are looking for a more powerful, warm or more physical feeling sound, you will surely notice that it lacks some body and that emotional spark in some moments. It is also not very friendly with recordings that already sound very bright, because its way of being so direct and clear always seeks to bring out all the information.

Special mention to the included accessories. Twistura has always taken care of this (except Delta). The quantity and quality it offers is of great value. Of enormous value rather.

For me, it is designed for people who like a clean, open sound with many details, who prefer clarity and good separation over strong hits or a very warm sound.

If you made it this far, thank you for reading.
More reviews on my blog.
Social media on my profile.
See you in the next review!

Disclaimer:

This monitor set has been sent by Twistura. I sincerely appreciate the opportunity to be able to try one of their products at no cost and that no condition has been imposed when making this analysis.

Despite this, my priority is to be as impartial as possible within the subjectivity involved in analyzing an audio product. My opinion belongs only to me and I develop it around the perception of my ears. If you have a different one, it is equally valid. Please feel free to share it.

My sources:

-FiiO K11 for music and videogames on the main PC.
-NiceHCK Octave while I work.
-FiiO BTA30 Pro + FiiO BTR13 for LDAC wireless listening at home.
-FiiO BTR13 + FiiO Airlink + Iphone 16 Pro Max for wireless listening on the street.
-CCZ CM01 3.5mm.
-FiiO Jiezi 4.4mm.
-Shanling M0 Pro 3.5mm/4.4mm.
-Apple Music.
-Local FLAC and MP3 files.

Hello Community!

The set I was missing from Twistura is finally here: D-Major. Something very different from what was previously seen in the brand, with its own character, very marked and for very specific tastes.

Price: 47$-40€

Link

Pros:

-I think it is the IEM with the most clarity that I found in the sub 100$ segment.
-Great treble extension, with a lot of openness.
-Female voices feel truly alive.
-Exquisite sound positioning.
-Great control in sonically chaotic tracks or situations.
-Very technical sound.

Cons:

-The soundstage, although coherent, is intimate.
-Depending on genres or chosen nozzle, it emphasizes sibilance too much.
-The bass is not very fun.
-It is not for someone looking for a set for everything.
-The fit of the shells in your ears may not be the most comfortable.

Accessories:

-Two shells.
-Two sets of SML sized Eartips, silicone and liquid silicone.
-Cable with 0.78mm connections and 3.5mm connection.
-USB-C DAC dongle.
-Three sets of tuning nozzles.
-Carrying and storage pouch.
-User manual.

Comfort, design and construction:

Starting with the bad part, the shape of the shell body is not the most ideal to favor the feeling that everything is well fitted and in its place. The nozzle area has a widening that seems not to facilitate the insertion of the nozzle into your ear canal. The result is that you are always aware that the IEMs may fall out of place, but they are actually well positioned. You do not feel painful pressure but rather a continuous thought that the monitors are not properly fitted.

Despite this, the included Eartips do a good job keeping the set inside your ears: they are elastic, adapt to the canal and provide a good seal that prevents leaks or sound escape.

The construction and materials used are somewhat far from products that feel more premium. They are good and correct for the price: a plastic body and a metallic faceplate. The set is not heavy and the size is small-medium. It feels like a sufficiently well worked product, without imperfections. Aesthetically it is very much to my liking, with a retro-futuristic or steampunk touch, partly thanks to those side vents that evoke fashions from the 80s.

On the other hand, the cable is simply sufficient and correct for the package price. I appreciate that it is lightweight, but sometimes I suffered tangles while moving or awkward positions behind the ears. Staying at the desk, its behavior was friendlier.

Technical aspects:

-1DD configuration with beryllium-plated diaphragm and polyurethane suspension.
-22 ohms impedance.
-108dB sensitivity.
-Declared response 15hz-37khz.

Nozzles:

Twistura D-Major brings a set of three nozzles to customize the sound. It is an accessory that I always love because it gives versatility to monitor sets.

Red: my reference and the one on which I base the entire analysis of the set. It has a more musical character. It is the nozzle that provides the most presence in the low frequencies and the mids are somewhat more welcoming, less cold, than the other nozzles. The treble is slightly softened, losing part of its aggressiveness. The sound becomes more fun, balanced and comfortable.

Black: of the three it is the one that would remain in the middle. We gain some clarity in the general resolution and lose some color in bass and mids. The soundstage gave me the feeling of becoming larger and locating sound directionality better. Voices, of any type, get closer to what I consider natural. The treble remains energetic, but with more detail.

Blue: the sub bass practically disappears and the mid bass is still there, but with less body. It is a more technical and analytical signature. Voices, especially female ones, and the midrange position themselves at the front of the stage. It can become too sharp and even painful in the treble.

Pairing for the tests:

-Red nozzle.
-Neutral source.
-Gain set to low.
-Stock liquid silicone Eartips.
-Stock 3.5mm cable.

Sound signature:

When we talk about sound, the bass section of the D-Major is not one of those that crush you with strong hits nor that wrap around you too much. The deepest bass has a soft, comfortable texture, with little weight, but that helps the higher frequencies sound clear without the bass covering them. It seems to seek a more mature, less flashy sound.

That said, the mid bass does try to stand out a bit, although without being the center of attention. They deliver a hit that is not exaggerated, but effective, fast and clean. They provide a rhythmic base that feels technical, but without becoming too heavy. In general, the bass of this Twistura model does not overwhelm you with low notes; its main idea is for you to enjoy a controlled sound, that sounds good together, so you can listen in a relaxed and clear way.

In the midrange, the instruments sound natural, and honestly this was the area I liked the most about the entire set. Voices and instruments blend with a touch of warmth, but without losing that neutrality that defines the sound of these earphones. Everything flows continuously and the separation is so good that you hear each thing very defined and with its own space. It invites you to want to dissect each layer, to notice every detail with great precision. The resolution is good, it is sufficient. But, as usually happens with this type of sound, the notes feel a bit light, with less body. It is not that this is bad, because it helps the sound be transparent, but some songs may seem less emotional or fun to you.

Moving to the treble, this is where the D-Major brings out the best of itself, and it was what convinced me to have these monitors. There is a lot of air, brightness and energy. I love how it brings out details that give you a huge amount of information from the sound, and it does so with incredible ease and purity. The treble extends so much that you feel you are facing something super technical and at the same time very intense, so maybe it is not for every ear. Its sound is very direct and focuses on this area, seeking a lot of clarity and resolution, with a huge sense of openness.

Regarding voices, very deep male voices do not feel heavy, they sound clear and well pronounced, without seeming saturated. But they lack a bit of depth and detail that would make you notice them with more body, which is why they feel a bit thin. Normal male voices sound balanced and natural, with a very accurate tone and just enough clarity for you to catch all their details. And female voices are the ones that perform best with this sound, they sound very open, full of life and naturalness.

As for technical performance, the D-Major seems to me to perform very well, especially for its price. The sound space does not feel gigantic nor does it give you a total three-dimensional sensation, but it does have a very convincing openness, with enough air for each instrument to have its place and not everything gathers in the center. The imaging or the way it places sounds in the stage is excellent, it really helps you know where each thing comes from. The separation of the different sounds also pleased me a lot, because it distinguishes them very cleanly and prevents songs with many things happening from becoming a mess. It dissects each part efficiently and makes you feel a lot of space between notes.

Where it is most noticeable that it is a technical set is in how it retrieves details, since small textures and very subtle information appear that normally are not heard with differently tuned IEMs or even competitors with this type of orientation. Maybe it is not the most immersive presentation I have tried, but it does give you a constant and forceful sensation of clarity, control and resolution that in the end I ended up liking a lot.

Single player videogames:

Check the review conditions on my blog.

In moments of a lot of action, the D-Major has a calmer sound, it does not seek that spectacularity you need to feel completely immersed in something very exciting. The sounds of explosions or reverberations do not have as much physical impact to decorate those scenes. However, the good thing is that the mid-bass is so clean, fast and punchy that gunshots or small hits feel good and do not make you lose the rhythm of the game.

But where it does an excellent job is in achieving immersion and giving life to the environment. Small background noises that you normally would not even notice become quite present here. The clarity of its mids helps them not get lost in the stage: creaks, footsteps, leaves, the wind… all of this comes forward and ends up giving a special touch to your gaming experience, adding extra realism.

As for dialogues, although the voices are a bit thin, they are heard quite well even in scenes with many sounds, they do not get lost among all the chaos and do not make you lose the thread of the conversation. In general, they sound natural, with good nuances and are perfectly understandable. Only in very deep voices did I notice they lacked a bit of body, but in the end I was happy with how they sounded in most scenes.

The soundstage is not gigantic, but it is quite balanced in all directions. The D-Major performed better in closed places than in open spaces, where I felt everything a bit too close or cramped. Despite that, the positioning greatly compensated for that lack of stage width, being super clear, precise and direct. It is very easy to know where each sound comes from, whether it is something static or moving.

Another thing I loved about these earphones is how well they handle difficult situations, when there are many sounds at the same time. Instead of sounding like a bunch of incomprehensible noise, the D-Major separates each sound layer with great precision, shows it individually and this gives you a sensation of order, clarity and space.

To finish, yes, there are effects with sibilance, especially metallic or crystal-like ones, and sometimes it may become a bit tiring. It is a set that has a lot of brightness and gives you a lot of information.

Final conclusion and personal evaluations:

In summary and already as a personal opinion, the Twistura D-Major is very honest from the beginning. It does not try to impress you with super powerful bass nor with a spectacularly attractive and fun sound. Its objective is rather to sound clean, clear and always very orderly. It feels very airy, sounds are well separated and it is easy to understand what you are hearing, as if there was always plenty of space left to focus on small details effortlessly. It has a very lively and detailed personality, but without becoming completely cold sounding.

What I liked the most was precisely that transparency it has. The way it lets voices and instruments breathe makes listening to music very pleasurable. That continuous sensation of sharpness and openness is fabulous, especially with female voices, instrumental music and videogame environments, where small noises gain a lot of life and presence.

Even with all this, the D-Major knows very well what type of experience it wants to deliver. If you are looking for a more powerful, warm or more physical feeling sound, you will surely notice that it lacks some body and that emotional spark in some moments. It is also not very friendly with recordings that already sound very bright, because its way of being so direct and clear always seeks to bring out all the information.

Special mention to the included accessories. Twistura has always taken care of this (except Delta). The quantity and quality it offers is of great value. Of enormous value rather.

For me, it is designed for people who like a clean, open sound with many details, who prefer clarity and good separation over strong hits or a very warm sound.

If you made it this far, thank you for reading.
More reviews on my blog.
Social media on my profile.
See you in the next review!

Disclaimer:

This monitor set has been sent by Twistura. I sincerely appreciate the opportunity to be able to try one of their products at no cost and that no condition has been imposed when making this analysis.

Despite this, my priority is to be as impartial as possible within the subjectivity involved in analyzing an audio product. My opinion belongs only to me and I develop it around the perception of my ears. If you have a different one, it is equally valid. Please feel free to share it.

My sources:

-FiiO K11 for music and videogames on the main PC.
-NiceHCK Octave while I work.
-FiiO BTA30 Pro + FiiO BTR13 for LDAC wireless listening at home.
-FiiO BTR13 + FiiO Airlink + Iphone 16 Pro Max for wireless listening on the street.
-CCZ CM01 3.5mm.
-FiiO Jiezi 4.4mm.
-Shanling M0 Pro 3.5mm/4.4mm.
-Apple Music.
-Local FLAC and MP3 files.

Hello Community!

Another dongle DAC that I put to the test, from the hand of the Tri brand. It is the entry-level model and its name is Third Eye TK1.

Official price: 60€-70$

Link

Pros:
-Reduced size.
-Light weight.
-Intuitive and fast-response buttons.
-Good capability to drive low and medium impedance headphones.
-Improves the impression of sound separation.
-Good construction and reliable USB-C cable.

Cons:
-I do not think being glass-covered on both sides is sensible for something portable.
-I miss a gain selector.

Technical aspects:
-DAC/Amp device.
-Cirrus Logic Dual CS43131 sound and amplification chip.
-Dual 3.5mm SE and 4.4mm BAL output.
-Power at 32 ohms: 200mW BAL and 76mW SE.
-DSD256.
-Sampling up to 32b@384khz.
-SNR 130dB u/4.4mm and 125dB u/3.5mm.
-USB-C interface.
-Status LED.
-Microphone support.

Compatibility:
-Windows/MacOS PC.
-IOS, iPadOS, Android.
-No native APP.
-Not compatible with Walk Play.

Package contents:
-DAC/Amp.
-USB-C to USB-C cable (Lightning separately)
-USB-C to USB-A adapter.
-User manual.

Construction, design and quality of life:
The TK1 is built with a lightweight aluminum metal alloy base, with two glass-covered sides. The device feels well finished, without signs of poor assembly: the buttons do not wobble and the connections, both USB-C and both Jack outputs, are firmly secured.

The body is not regular in its shapes, but rather on one of its sides it has a protrusion breaking the rectangular shape and the symmetry of the whole. On the flat side, the buttons occupy a central position oriented toward one end.

Personally, I do not think adding glass to something portable is an appropriate option since it will be a gadget traveling inside a pocket, sharing space with other objects and increasing the chances of scratching those glasses. A simple case, made of fabric for example, included in the package, costs little and protects quite a lot.

The dimensions are really small: 57mm x 23.7mm x 12.1mm and in my listening sessions outside home, its lightness and size did not pose any inconvenience or discomfort whatsoever.

The buttons respond quickly. The functions they provide are play/pause and volume up/down. Orientation by touch is simple since there is a free space on the spine of the TK1 that serves as a reference. A gain selector in these gadgets is always phenomenal for two reasons: first because not every headphone needs the same power and second, the energy consumed. I have the impression and, comparing it with other rivals and without any measuring equipment, that the TK1 has a factory setting slightly higher than what we know as low gain.

This dongle DAC has a status LED that indicates PCM audio transmission through a green color and DSD audio through a red LED. The inclusion of a third color to indicate a lower sampling PCM would have been a great idea, as in other competing devices.

To finish, the TK1 disconnects from wherever we have it plugged in if it does not have a Jack plug connected to it, which is a success in portable devices in order not to waste battery.

Sound quality and power:
I find a warm and neutral DAC/Amp, where I was able to enjoy a better appreciation of the space between sound layers. Of course, that slightly warm character does not mean that it leaves technicalities aside.

Very slightly colored, the appreciation of body and solidity is constant in the weight of the notes, but it is not confronted or, better said, it does not negatively affect the resolution of the tonality throughout the whole spectrum.

The sound cleanliness makes itself noticed while maintaining a slightly rounded listening experience in the lower end of the frequencies, where the bass can be heard softly rounded, with a little more forcefulness.

The midrange area, within that slight warmth, has order, has separation, but I find refinement in instruments and voices, being able to affirm that it comes very close to what I understand as a natural, organic listening experience.

As for the treble, there is brightness, detail, a sensation of spaciousness, but the edges are subtly softened to avoid being sharp and without sinning from lack of vitality.

The impression I had at all times is of having in my hands a dongle DAC with a spacious sensation, good physicality, but not in terms of excessive body, rather precise, analytical.

In terms of power, I was able to work with any IEM that I own. Its low output impedance greatly benefits this type of headphone, but, as we approach medium impedances, the power becomes insufficient. I am talking, for example, about my DT770 Pro 80 ohms, where the achieved volume was insufficient.

Regarding the level of background noise tolerance, I could only appreciate it slightly in very easy to drive IEMs, in balanced output and around 70% of the total volume, such as the CCA CRA+. These are situations intentionally sought out and with malice. In the rest of the tests with other headphones, everything worked perfectly.

Final conclusion and personal evaluations:
Tri Third Eye TK1 is a dongle DAC that, if I become very picky, would need slight quality of life improvements, such as a case to protect its glass panels from breakage and scratches and a gain selector.

However, I really liked it as a source that gives a certain warmth to the bass and that point of analysis to its mids and treble, which showed themselves to be quite neutral, natural.

But above all, the expansion of the soundstage benefits from a very satisfying overall cleanliness and transparency, with quite generous timbre resolution.

If you made it this far, thanks for reading.
More reviews on my blog.
Social media on my profile.
See you in the next review!

Disclaimer:
This set of monitors has been sent by KeepHifi. I sincerely appreciate the opportunity to be able to test one of their products free of charge and that no conditions have been imposed when creating this analysis.

Despite this, my priority is to be as impartial as possible within the subjectivity involved in analyzing an audio product. My opinion belongs only to me and I develop it around the perception of my ears. If you have a different one, it is equally valid. Please, feel free to share it.

Equipment used:
-Windows PC.
-MacBook Air M4.
-Lenovo Idea Tab Pro tablet.
-Iphone 16 Pro Max.
-CCA CRA+.
-Twistura D-Major.
-NF Audio RG15.
-Kiwi Ears Astral.
-TRN Mermaid.
-Audio-Technica m50x.
-BeyerDynamic DT 770 Pro 80 ohms.

Hello Community!

Another dongle DAC that I put to the test, from the hand of the Tri brand. It is the entry-level model and its name is Third Eye TK1.

Official price: 60€-70$

Link

Pros:
-Reduced size.
-Light weight.
-Intuitive and fast-response buttons.
-Good capability to drive low and medium impedance headphones.
-Improves the impression of sound separation.
-Good construction and reliable USB-C cable.

Cons:
-I do not think being glass-covered on both sides is sensible for something portable.
-I miss a gain selector.

Technical aspects:
-DAC/Amp device.
-Cirrus Logic Dual CS43131 sound and amplification chip.
-Dual 3.5mm SE and 4.4mm BAL output.
-Power at 32 ohms: 200mW BAL and 76mW SE.
-DSD256.
-Sampling up to 32b@384khz.
-SNR 130dB u/4.4mm and 125dB u/3.5mm.
-USB-C interface.
-Status LED.
-Microphone support.

Compatibility:
-Windows/MacOS PC.
-IOS, iPadOS, Android.
-No native APP.
-Not compatible with Walk Play.

Package contents:
-DAC/Amp.
-USB-C to USB-C cable (Lightning separately)
-USB-C to USB-A adapter.
-User manual.

Construction, design and quality of life:
The TK1 is built with a lightweight aluminum metal alloy base, with two glass-covered sides. The device feels well finished, without signs of poor assembly: the buttons do not wobble and the connections, both USB-C and both Jack outputs, are firmly secured.

The body is not regular in its shapes, but rather on one of its sides it has a protrusion breaking the rectangular shape and the symmetry of the whole. On the flat side, the buttons occupy a central position oriented toward one end.

Personally, I do not think adding glass to something portable is an appropriate option since it will be a gadget traveling inside a pocket, sharing space with other objects and increasing the chances of scratching those glasses. A simple case, made of fabric for example, included in the package, costs little and protects quite a lot.

The dimensions are really small: 57mm x 23.7mm x 12.1mm and in my listening sessions outside home, its lightness and size did not pose any inconvenience or discomfort whatsoever.

The buttons respond quickly. The functions they provide are play/pause and volume up/down. Orientation by touch is simple since there is a free space on the spine of the TK1 that serves as a reference. A gain selector in these gadgets is always phenomenal for two reasons: first because not every headphone needs the same power and second, the energy consumed. I have the impression and, comparing it with other rivals and without any measuring equipment, that the TK1 has a factory setting slightly higher than what we know as low gain.

This dongle DAC has a status LED that indicates PCM audio transmission through a green color and DSD audio through a red LED. The inclusion of a third color to indicate a lower sampling PCM would have been a great idea, as in other competing devices.

To finish, the TK1 disconnects from wherever we have it plugged in if it does not have a Jack plug connected to it, which is a success in portable devices in order not to waste battery.

Sound quality and power:
I find a warm and neutral DAC/Amp, where I was able to enjoy a better appreciation of the space between sound layers. Of course, that slightly warm character does not mean that it leaves technicalities aside.

Very slightly colored, the appreciation of body and solidity is constant in the weight of the notes, but it is not confronted or, better said, it does not negatively affect the resolution of the tonality throughout the whole spectrum.

The sound cleanliness makes itself noticed while maintaining a slightly rounded listening experience in the lower end of the frequencies, where the bass can be heard softly rounded, with a little more forcefulness.

The midrange area, within that slight warmth, has order, has separation, but I find refinement in instruments and voices, being able to affirm that it comes very close to what I understand as a natural, organic listening experience.

As for the treble, there is brightness, detail, a sensation of spaciousness, but the edges are subtly softened to avoid being sharp and without sinning from lack of vitality.

The impression I had at all times is of having in my hands a dongle DAC with a spacious sensation, good physicality, but not in terms of excessive body, rather precise, analytical.

In terms of power, I was able to work with any IEM that I own. Its low output impedance greatly benefits this type of headphone, but, as we approach medium impedances, the power becomes insufficient. I am talking, for example, about my DT770 Pro 80 ohms, where the achieved volume was insufficient.

Regarding the level of background noise tolerance, I could only appreciate it slightly in very easy to drive IEMs, in balanced output and around 70% of the total volume, such as the CCA CRA+. These are situations intentionally sought out and with malice. In the rest of the tests with other headphones, everything worked perfectly.

Final conclusion and personal evaluations:
Tri Third Eye TK1 is a dongle DAC that, if I become very picky, would need slight quality of life improvements, such as a case to protect its glass panels from breakage and scratches and a gain selector.

However, I really liked it as a source that gives a certain warmth to the bass and that point of analysis to its mids and treble, which showed themselves to be quite neutral, natural.

But above all, the expansion of the soundstage benefits from a very satisfying overall cleanliness and transparency, with quite generous timbre resolution.

If you made it this far, thanks for reading.
More reviews on my blog.
Social media on my profile.
See you in the next review!

Disclaimer:
This set of monitors has been sent by KeepHifi. I sincerely appreciate the opportunity to be able to test one of their products free of charge and that no conditions have been imposed when creating this analysis.

Despite this, my priority is to be as impartial as possible within the subjectivity involved in analyzing an audio product. My opinion belongs only to me and I develop it around the perception of my ears. If you have a different one, it is equally valid. Please, feel free to share it.

Equipment used:
-Windows PC.
-MacBook Air M4.
-Lenovo Idea Tab Pro tablet.
-Iphone 16 Pro Max.
-CCA CRA+.
-Twistura D-Major.
-NF Audio RG15.
-Kiwi Ears Astral.
-TRN Mermaid.
-Audio-Technica m50x.
-BeyerDynamic DT 770 Pro 80 ohms.

Hello Community!

Another dongle DAC that I put to the test, from the hand of the Tri brand. It is the entry-level model and its name is Third Eye TK1.

Official price: 60€-70$

Link

Pros:
-Reduced size.
-Light weight.
-Intuitive and fast-response buttons.
-Good capability to drive low and medium impedance headphones.
-Improves the impression of sound separation.
-Good construction and reliable USB-C cable.

Cons:
-I do not think being glass-covered on both sides is sensible for something portable.
-I miss a gain selector.

Technical aspects:
-DAC/Amp device.
-Cirrus Logic Dual CS43131 sound and amplification chip.
-Dual 3.5mm SE and 4.4mm BAL output.
-Power at 32 ohms: 200mW BAL and 76mW SE.
-DSD256.
-Sampling up to 32b@384khz.
-SNR 130dB u/4.4mm and 125dB u/3.5mm.
-USB-C interface.
-Status LED.
-Microphone support.

Compatibility:
-Windows/MacOS PC.
-IOS, iPadOS, Android.
-No native APP.
-Not compatible with Walk Play.

Package contents:
-DAC/Amp.
-USB-C to USB-C cable (Lightning separately)
-USB-C to USB-A adapter.
-User manual.

Construction, design and quality of life:
The TK1 is built with a lightweight aluminum metal alloy base, with two glass-covered sides. The device feels well finished, without signs of poor assembly: the buttons do not wobble and the connections, both USB-C and both Jack outputs, are firmly secured.

The body is not regular in its shapes, but rather on one of its sides it has a protrusion breaking the rectangular shape and the symmetry of the whole. On the flat side, the buttons occupy a central position oriented toward one end.

Personally, I do not think adding glass to something portable is an appropriate option since it will be a gadget traveling inside a pocket, sharing space with other objects and increasing the chances of scratching those glasses. A simple case, made of fabric for example, included in the package, costs little and protects quite a lot.

The dimensions are really small: 57mm x 23.7mm x 12.1mm and in my listening sessions outside home, its lightness and size did not pose any inconvenience or discomfort whatsoever.

The buttons respond quickly. The functions they provide are play/pause and volume up/down. Orientation by touch is simple since there is a free space on the spine of the TK1 that serves as a reference. A gain selector in these gadgets is always phenomenal for two reasons: first because not every headphone needs the same power and second, the energy consumed. I have the impression and, comparing it with other rivals and without any measuring equipment, that the TK1 has a factory setting slightly higher than what we know as low gain.

This dongle DAC has a status LED that indicates PCM audio transmission through a green color and DSD audio through a red LED. The inclusion of a third color to indicate a lower sampling PCM would have been a great idea, as in other competing devices.

To finish, the TK1 disconnects from wherever we have it plugged in if it does not have a Jack plug connected to it, which is a success in portable devices in order not to waste battery.

Sound quality and power:
I find a warm and neutral DAC/Amp, where I was able to enjoy a better appreciation of the space between sound layers. Of course, that slightly warm character does not mean that it leaves technicalities aside.

Very slightly colored, the appreciation of body and solidity is constant in the weight of the notes, but it is not confronted or, better said, it does not negatively affect the resolution of the tonality throughout the whole spectrum.

The sound cleanliness makes itself noticed while maintaining a slightly rounded listening experience in the lower end of the frequencies, where the bass can be heard softly rounded, with a little more forcefulness.

The midrange area, within that slight warmth, has order, has separation, but I find refinement in instruments and voices, being able to affirm that it comes very close to what I understand as a natural, organic listening experience.

As for the treble, there is brightness, detail, a sensation of spaciousness, but the edges are subtly softened to avoid being sharp and without sinning from lack of vitality.

The impression I had at all times is of having in my hands a dongle DAC with a spacious sensation, good physicality, but not in terms of excessive body, rather precise, analytical.

In terms of power, I was able to work with any IEM that I own. Its low output impedance greatly benefits this type of headphone, but, as we approach medium impedances, the power becomes insufficient. I am talking, for example, about my DT770 Pro 80 ohms, where the achieved volume was insufficient.

Regarding the level of background noise tolerance, I could only appreciate it slightly in very easy to drive IEMs, in balanced output and around 70% of the total volume, such as the CCA CRA+. These are situations intentionally sought out and with malice. In the rest of the tests with other headphones, everything worked perfectly.

Final conclusion and personal evaluations:
Tri Third Eye TK1 is a dongle DAC that, if I become very picky, would need slight quality of life improvements, such as a case to protect its glass panels from breakage and scratches and a gain selector.

However, I really liked it as a source that gives a certain warmth to the bass and that point of analysis to its mids and treble, which showed themselves to be quite neutral, natural.

But above all, the expansion of the soundstage benefits from a very satisfying overall cleanliness and transparency, with quite generous timbre resolution.

If you made it this far, thanks for reading.
More reviews on my blog.
Social media on my profile.
See you in the next review!

Disclaimer:
This set of monitors has been sent by KeepHifi. I sincerely appreciate the opportunity to be able to test one of their products free of charge and that no conditions have been imposed when creating this analysis.

Despite this, my priority is to be as impartial as possible within the subjectivity involved in analyzing an audio product. My opinion belongs only to me and I develop it around the perception of my ears. If you have a different one, it is equally valid. Please, feel free to share it.

Equipment used:
-Windows PC.
-MacBook Air M4.
-Lenovo Idea Tab Pro tablet.
-Iphone 16 Pro Max.
-CCA CRA+.
-Twistura D-Major.
-NF Audio RG15.
-Kiwi Ears Astral.
-TRN Mermaid.
-Audio-Technica m50x.
-BeyerDynamic DT 770 Pro 80 ohms.

Hello Community!

The protagonist of today is a set that catches attention at first sight, a very characteristic wooden touch of the Sivga house: it is the QUE model, released in 2024 but still very much relevant.

Price: 75$-64€

Pros:

• Great gateway into the hobby
• Very high-quality accessory package: cable, ear tips, case.
• Build, ergonomics and design unbeatable.
• Its sound is one of the easiest to enjoy: pleasant, natural, spacious.
• Bass with presence
• Smooth and coherent mids.
• Treble with sufficient clarity.
• Great vocal presentation.

Cons:

• In general terms, it is not the most detailed set.
• The soundstage is compact.
• It is not a very fast dynamic set.

Accessories:

• Two shells.
• Two sets of ear tips sizes SML.
• Cable with 0.78mm termination and 3.5mm connection.
• Carrying and storage case.
• User manual.

Comfort, design and build:

The QUE model, to the touch, feels like an IEM that is tremendously well finished and built. Its CNC-machined metal body conveys a much higher value than its price reflects. The design is exquisite: original, elegant but not extravagant, restrained but lustrous. The wooden front plate adds the touch of personality characteristic of the brand. The shells, despite being metallic, feel light once placed in the ear.

In terms of ergonomics, it is hard to find a set that reaches the values of this one. Its rounded shape avoids discomfort at all costs, fitting perfectly into your ear concha despite having a medium size. Insertion toward the eardrum is smooth, without pressure, with a well-achieved depth and the stock ear tips facilitate a seal and comfort sufficient so you do not need to look for others.

The cable also seemed like a success to me, even though I classify it as desktop cables due to its thickness. Despite this, I did not experience any discomfort, pulls, or snags that caused imbalances in my ears. It is well built, feels high quality, and presumably can be an accessory that lasts you forever.

Technical aspects:

• 1DD configuration of 10mm coated in beryllium.
• Impedance 32 ohms.
• Sensitivity 108 dB.
• Declared response 20hz-20khz.

Pairing for testing:

• Neutral source for music.
• Warm/neutral source for single player video games.
• Gain set to medium.
• Stock white ear tips.
• Stock 3.5mm cable.

Sound signature:

Starting with the lowest frequencies, the Sivga Que has a bass that is very easy to enjoy. It does not try nor does it manage to impress you with an exaggerated amount of sub-bass nor to sound constantly aggressive, but instead it opts more for a punch with body and a warm, welcoming and pleasant sensation.

The midbass has presence and that makes the music feel full, with weight and rhythm. It is not a particularly dry or fast bass, but precisely there lies much of its charm, since it transmits a relaxed and very musical sensation.

In the midrange is personally where I find the greatest enjoyment in this set. It sounds natural, smooth and quite cohesive. There is a sense between frequencies of smooth flow that causes nothing to stand out for sounding unnatural. The sound has density and a certain warmth that makes listening very comfortable and seems designed so that music comes in easily, without fatigue and without the need to adapt to the sound.

It has a quite mature way of presenting music. It does not try to constantly attract attention nor exaggerate an excess of resolution to seem more technical than it really is. It prefers to offer a more relaxed and organic experience. That makes even more aggressive recordings sound quite pleasant. There is a small smooth touch in the contours that helps a lot to maintain a calm and very stable listening.

Another point that I like quite a lot is that I never perceived a hollow or thin sound in my listening sessions. Everything has some body and a very consistent warm sensation, very coherent. It may not be the most transparent IEM in its range, but I do think it is one of those that manage to sound natural effortlessly.

Finishing with the treble, it follows exactly the same general idea of the tuning of this Sivga model. There is enough clarity and air so that the music breathes well, but without falling into annoying peaks or excessive brightness. They are smooth, controlled and quite pleasant during long sessions. Perhaps some people may want a bit more sparkle or a sense of extreme definition up top, although honestly I think the Sivga Que gains a lot precisely by maintaining that moderation.

Speaking about vocals, with low male vocals I notice quite a lot of body and a smooth, well-textured and articulated presentation. Normal male voices maintain naturalness and good presence within the mix, without sounding dry or artificial. In female vocals I find a smooth and controlled presentation, avoiding uncomfortable sibilance or excess energy. In general terms I was quite satisfied in this aspect, where I cannot highlight anything negative, rather the opposite: I found a very well balanced set for songs with strong vocal presentation.

On a technical level I think the Sivga Que perfectly understands its focus. The soundstage is not huge, although it does maintain quite coherent and correct spatiality. Imaging does a satisfactory job when it comes to placing sounds easily, although without that sense of high precision. Layering remains orderly even when the mix gains complexity and I rarely notice real congestion.

In detail retrieval it also does not try to turn each song into a constant technical demonstration. Details appear naturally within the mix, prioritizing more musicality and coherence than a too revealing resolution.

Single player video games:

Always seeking the most cinematic experience possible, tested in narrative and action-intensive titles. Consult my blog to see specific games and the conditions of audio analysis in video games.

In this field, I was able to enjoy the games a lot because it has a very entertaining presentation with quite a lot of weight. When intense scenes begin, explosions, impacts and powerful effects have enough punch to give emotion to the gameplay without becoming exaggerated or tiring quickly.

Dialogues are heard clearly and with good presence, so following the story is comfortable even in moments with quite a lot of noise around. I also find it a very rewarding IEM for getting lost inside the game environment, since many small sounds from the stage remain present and help everything feel more believable and immersive.

Separation maintains a good balance and normally the effects do not end up mixing too much with each other. The width also does not try to sound gigantic artificially, but it does offer enough space so the environment has air and does not feel closed.

In addition, the treble is quite well controlled, avoiding certain effects or voices becoming annoying after long sessions.

In terms of positioning, it responds quite well for immersive experiences and allows distinguishing movements or directions in a fairly natural way, but as I said above, it is not among the most precise you can find.

Final conclusion and personal evaluations:

This set ended up growing on me the more time I spent with it. It is not the typical earphone that tries to hook you by exaggerating sensations from the first minute, since its charm, its character, appears little by little, in long and calm sessions, when you start realizing how comfortable and natural it is to listen to practically anything with it. It has a warm presentation, with good body and a very pleasant smoothness that makes everything flow without effort.

That constant feeling of stability is what ended up convincing me. I never felt that the sound wanted to draw too much attention or push certain elements in an artificial way. Everything maintains a very pleasant coherence and that makes both music and video games enjoyable in a relaxed and very immersive way. Even after several hours in a row, it still transmits a light and easy listening experience.

It also seems to me a quite honest set with what it wants to offer. It does not try to compete by seeking extreme resolution or an ultra-analytical sensation. It prefers to focus on musicality, comfort and maintaining a friendly sound in almost any situation. There will be people who want something more aggressive, brighter or with a more impactful presentation, but I think the Sivga Que works especially well for those who value a warm, organic and very enjoyable long-term experience.

If you have reached this far, thank you for reading.
More reviews on my blog.
Social networks in my profile.
See you in the next review!

Disclaimer:

This set of monitors has been sent by Sivga. I sincerely appreciate the opportunity to be able to test one of their products at no cost and that no condition has been imposed when carrying out this analysis.

Despite this, my priority is to be as impartial as possible within the subjectivity that comes with analyzing an audio product. My opinion belongs only to me and I develop it based on the perception of my ears. If you have a different one, it is equally valid. Please feel free to share it.

My sources:

-FiiO K11 for music and video games on the main PC.
-FiiO KA13 while I work.
-FiiO BTA30 Pro + FiiO BTR13 for LDAC wireless listening at home.
-FiiO BTR13 + FiiO BT11 + iPhone 16 Pro Max for wireless listening on the street.
-FiiO KA11.
-FiiO Jiezi 3.5mm/4.4mm.
-Shanling M0 Pro 3.5mm/4.4mm.
-Tri TK3.
-Apple Music.
-Local FLAC and MP3 files.

Hello Community!

The protagonist of today is a set that catches attention at first sight, a very characteristic wooden touch of the Sivga house: it is the QUE model, released in 2024 but still very much relevant.

Price: 75$-64€

Pros:

• Great gateway into the hobby
• Very high-quality accessory package: cable, ear tips, case.
• Build, ergonomics and design unbeatable.
• Its sound is one of the easiest to enjoy: pleasant, natural, spacious.
• Bass with presence
• Smooth and coherent mids.
• Treble with sufficient clarity.
• Great vocal presentation.

Cons:

• In general terms, it is not the most detailed set.
• The soundstage is compact.
• It is not a very fast dynamic set.

Accessories:

• Two shells.
• Two sets of ear tips sizes SML.
• Cable with 0.78mm termination and 3.5mm connection.
• Carrying and storage case.
• User manual.

Comfort, design and build:

The QUE model, to the touch, feels like an IEM that is tremendously well finished and built. Its CNC-machined metal body conveys a much higher value than its price reflects. The design is exquisite: original, elegant but not extravagant, restrained but lustrous. The wooden front plate adds the touch of personality characteristic of the brand. The shells, despite being metallic, feel light once placed in the ear.

In terms of ergonomics, it is hard to find a set that reaches the values of this one. Its rounded shape avoids discomfort at all costs, fitting perfectly into your ear concha despite having a medium size. Insertion toward the eardrum is smooth, without pressure, with a well-achieved depth and the stock ear tips facilitate a seal and comfort sufficient so you do not need to look for others.

The cable also seemed like a success to me, even though I classify it as desktop cables due to its thickness. Despite this, I did not experience any discomfort, pulls, or snags that caused imbalances in my ears. It is well built, feels high quality, and presumably can be an accessory that lasts you forever.

Technical aspects:

• 1DD configuration of 10mm coated in beryllium.
• Impedance 32 ohms.
• Sensitivity 108 dB.
• Declared response 20hz-20khz.

Pairing for testing:

• Neutral source for music.
• Warm/neutral source for single player video games.
• Gain set to medium.
• Stock white ear tips.
• Stock 3.5mm cable.

Sound signature:

Starting with the lowest frequencies, the Sivga Que has a bass that is very easy to enjoy. It does not try nor does it manage to impress you with an exaggerated amount of sub-bass nor to sound constantly aggressive, but instead it opts more for a punch with body and a warm, welcoming and pleasant sensation.

The midbass has presence and that makes the music feel full, with weight and rhythm. It is not a particularly dry or fast bass, but precisely there lies much of its charm, since it transmits a relaxed and very musical sensation.

In the midrange is personally where I find the greatest enjoyment in this set. It sounds natural, smooth and quite cohesive. There is a sense between frequencies of smooth flow that causes nothing to stand out for sounding unnatural. The sound has density and a certain warmth that makes listening very comfortable and seems designed so that music comes in easily, without fatigue and without the need to adapt to the sound.

It has a quite mature way of presenting music. It does not try to constantly attract attention nor exaggerate an excess of resolution to seem more technical than it really is. It prefers to offer a more relaxed and organic experience. That makes even more aggressive recordings sound quite pleasant. There is a small smooth touch in the contours that helps a lot to maintain a calm and very stable listening.

Another point that I like quite a lot is that I never perceived a hollow or thin sound in my listening sessions. Everything has some body and a very consistent warm sensation, very coherent. It may not be the most transparent IEM in its range, but I do think it is one of those that manage to sound natural effortlessly.

Finishing with the treble, it follows exactly the same general idea of the tuning of this Sivga model. There is enough clarity and air so that the music breathes well, but without falling into annoying peaks or excessive brightness. They are smooth, controlled and quite pleasant during long sessions. Perhaps some people may want a bit more sparkle or a sense of extreme definition up top, although honestly I think the Sivga Que gains a lot precisely by maintaining that moderation.

Speaking about vocals, with low male vocals I notice quite a lot of body and a smooth, well-textured and articulated presentation. Normal male voices maintain naturalness and good presence within the mix, without sounding dry or artificial. In female vocals I find a smooth and controlled presentation, avoiding uncomfortable sibilance or excess energy. In general terms I was quite satisfied in this aspect, where I cannot highlight anything negative, rather the opposite: I found a very well balanced set for songs with strong vocal presentation.

On a technical level I think the Sivga Que perfectly understands its focus. The soundstage is not huge, although it does maintain quite coherent and correct spatiality. Imaging does a satisfactory job when it comes to placing sounds easily, although without that sense of high precision. Layering remains orderly even when the mix gains complexity and I rarely notice real congestion.

In detail retrieval it also does not try to turn each song into a constant technical demonstration. Details appear naturally within the mix, prioritizing more musicality and coherence than a too revealing resolution.

Single player video games:

Always seeking the most cinematic experience possible, tested in narrative and action-intensive titles. Consult my blog to see specific games and the conditions of audio analysis in video games.

In this field, I was able to enjoy the games a lot because it has a very entertaining presentation with quite a lot of weight. When intense scenes begin, explosions, impacts and powerful effects have enough punch to give emotion to the gameplay without becoming exaggerated or tiring quickly.

Dialogues are heard clearly and with good presence, so following the story is comfortable even in moments with quite a lot of noise around. I also find it a very rewarding IEM for getting lost inside the game environment, since many small sounds from the stage remain present and help everything feel more believable and immersive.

Separation maintains a good balance and normally the effects do not end up mixing too much with each other. The width also does not try to sound gigantic artificially, but it does offer enough space so the environment has air and does not feel closed.

In addition, the treble is quite well controlled, avoiding certain effects or voices becoming annoying after long sessions.

In terms of positioning, it responds quite well for immersive experiences and allows distinguishing movements or directions in a fairly natural way, but as I said above, it is not among the most precise you can find.

Final conclusion and personal evaluations:

This set ended up growing on me the more time I spent with it. It is not the typical earphone that tries to hook you by exaggerating sensations from the first minute, since its charm, its character, appears little by little, in long and calm sessions, when you start realizing how comfortable and natural it is to listen to practically anything with it. It has a warm presentation, with good body and a very pleasant smoothness that makes everything flow without effort.

That constant feeling of stability is what ended up convincing me. I never felt that the sound wanted to draw too much attention or push certain elements in an artificial way. Everything maintains a very pleasant coherence and that makes both music and video games enjoyable in a relaxed and very immersive way. Even after several hours in a row, it still transmits a light and easy listening experience.

It also seems to me a quite honest set with what it wants to offer. It does not try to compete by seeking extreme resolution or an ultra-analytical sensation. It prefers to focus on musicality, comfort and maintaining a friendly sound in almost any situation. There will be people who want something more aggressive, brighter or with a more impactful presentation, but I think the Sivga Que works especially well for those who value a warm, organic and very enjoyable long-term experience.

If you have reached this far, thank you for reading.
More reviews on my blog.
Social networks in my profile.
See you in the next review!

Disclaimer:

This set of monitors has been sent by Sivga. I sincerely appreciate the opportunity to be able to test one of their products at no cost and that no condition has been imposed when carrying out this analysis.

Despite this, my priority is to be as impartial as possible within the subjectivity that comes with analyzing an audio product. My opinion belongs only to me and I develop it based on the perception of my ears. If you have a different one, it is equally valid. Please feel free to share it.

My sources:

-FiiO K11 for music and video games on the main PC.
-FiiO KA13 while I work.
-FiiO BTA30 Pro + FiiO BTR13 for LDAC wireless listening at home.
-FiiO BTR13 + FiiO BT11 + iPhone 16 Pro Max for wireless listening on the street.
-FiiO KA11.
-FiiO Jiezi 3.5mm/4.4mm.
-Shanling M0 Pro 3.5mm/4.4mm.
-Tri TK3.
-Apple Music.
-Local FLAC and MP3 files.

Hello Community!

The protagonist of today is a set that catches attention at first sight, a very characteristic wooden touch of the Sivga house: it is the QUE model, released in 2024 but still very much relevant.

Price: 75$-64€

Link

Pros:

• Great gateway into the hobby
• Very high-quality accessory package: cable, ear tips, case.
• Build, ergonomics and design unbeatable.
• Its sound is one of the easiest to enjoy: pleasant, natural, spacious.
• Bass with presence
• Smooth and coherent mids.
• Treble with sufficient clarity.
• Great vocal presentation.

Cons:

• In general terms, it is not the most detailed set.
• The soundstage is compact.
• It is not a very fast dynamic set.

Accessories:

• Two shells.
• Two sets of ear tips sizes SML.
• Cable with 0.78mm termination and 3.5mm connection.
• Carrying and storage case.
• User manual.

Comfort, design and build:

The QUE model, to the touch, feels like an IEM that is tremendously well finished and built. Its CNC-machined metal body conveys a much higher value than its price reflects. The design is exquisite: original, elegant but not extravagant, restrained but lustrous. The wooden front plate adds the touch of personality characteristic of the brand. The shells, despite being metallic, feel light once placed in the ear.

In terms of ergonomics, it is hard to find a set that reaches the values of this one. Its rounded shape avoids discomfort at all costs, fitting perfectly into your ear concha despite having a medium size. Insertion toward the eardrum is smooth, without pressure, with a well-achieved depth and the stock ear tips facilitate a seal and comfort sufficient so you do not need to look for others.

The cable also seemed like a success to me, even though I classify it as desktop cables due to its thickness. Despite this, I did not experience any discomfort, pulls, or snags that caused imbalances in my ears. It is well built, feels high quality, and presumably can be an accessory that lasts you forever.

Technical aspects:

• 1DD configuration of 10mm coated in beryllium.
• Impedance 32 ohms.
• Sensitivity 108 dB.
• Declared response 20hz-20khz.

Pairing for testing:

• Neutral source for music.
• Warm/neutral source for single player video games.
• Gain set to medium.
• Stock white ear tips.
• Stock 3.5mm cable.

Sound signature:

Starting with the lowest frequencies, the Sivga Que has a bass that is very easy to enjoy. It does not try nor does it manage to impress you with an exaggerated amount of sub-bass nor to sound constantly aggressive, but instead it opts more for a punch with body and a warm, welcoming and pleasant sensation.

The midbass has presence and that makes the music feel full, with weight and rhythm. It is not a particularly dry or fast bass, but precisely there lies much of its charm, since it transmits a relaxed and very musical sensation.

In the midrange is personally where I find the greatest enjoyment in this set. It sounds natural, smooth and quite cohesive. There is a sense between frequencies of smooth flow that causes nothing to stand out for sounding unnatural. The sound has density and a certain warmth that makes listening very comfortable and seems designed so that music comes in easily, without fatigue and without the need to adapt to the sound.

It has a quite mature way of presenting music. It does not try to constantly attract attention nor exaggerate an excess of resolution to seem more technical than it really is. It prefers to offer a more relaxed and organic experience. That makes even more aggressive recordings sound quite pleasant. There is a small smooth touch in the contours that helps a lot to maintain a calm and very stable listening.

Another point that I like quite a lot is that I never perceived a hollow or thin sound in my listening sessions. Everything has some body and a very consistent warm sensation, very coherent. It may not be the most transparent IEM in its range, but I do think it is one of those that manage to sound natural effortlessly.

Finishing with the treble, it follows exactly the same general idea of the tuning of this Sivga model. There is enough clarity and air so that the music breathes well, but without falling into annoying peaks or excessive brightness. They are smooth, controlled and quite pleasant during long sessions. Perhaps some people may want a bit more sparkle or a sense of extreme definition up top, although honestly I think the Sivga Que gains a lot precisely by maintaining that moderation.

Speaking about vocals, with low male vocals I notice quite a lot of body and a smooth, well-textured and articulated presentation. Normal male voices maintain naturalness and good presence within the mix, without sounding dry or artificial. In female vocals I find a smooth and controlled presentation, avoiding uncomfortable sibilance or excess energy. In general terms I was quite satisfied in this aspect, where I cannot highlight anything negative, rather the opposite: I found a very well balanced set for songs with strong vocal presentation.

On a technical level I think the Sivga Que perfectly understands its focus. The soundstage is not huge, although it does maintain quite coherent and correct spatiality. Imaging does a satisfactory job when it comes to placing sounds easily, although without that sense of high precision. Layering remains orderly even when the mix gains complexity and I rarely notice real congestion.

In detail retrieval it also does not try to turn each song into a constant technical demonstration. Details appear naturally within the mix, prioritizing more musicality and coherence than a too revealing resolution.

Single player video games:

Always seeking the most cinematic experience possible, tested in narrative and action-intensive titles. Consult my blog to see specific games and the conditions of audio analysis in video games.

In this field, I was able to enjoy the games a lot because it has a very entertaining presentation with quite a lot of weight. When intense scenes begin, explosions, impacts and powerful effects have enough punch to give emotion to the gameplay without becoming exaggerated or tiring quickly.

Dialogues are heard clearly and with good presence, so following the story is comfortable even in moments with quite a lot of noise around. I also find it a very rewarding IEM for getting lost inside the game environment, since many small sounds from the stage remain present and help everything feel more believable and immersive.

Separation maintains a good balance and normally the effects do not end up mixing too much with each other. The width also does not try to sound gigantic artificially, but it does offer enough space so the environment has air and does not feel closed.

In addition, the treble is quite well controlled, avoiding certain effects or voices becoming annoying after long sessions.

In terms of positioning, it responds quite well for immersive experiences and allows distinguishing movements or directions in a fairly natural way, but as I said above, it is not among the most precise you can find.

Final conclusion and personal evaluations:

This set ended up growing on me the more time I spent with it. It is not the typical earphone that tries to hook you by exaggerating sensations from the first minute, since its charm, its character, appears little by little, in long and calm sessions, when you start realizing how comfortable and natural it is to listen to practically anything with it. It has a warm presentation, with good body and a very pleasant smoothness that makes everything flow without effort.

That constant feeling of stability is what ended up convincing me. I never felt that the sound wanted to draw too much attention or push certain elements in an artificial way. Everything maintains a very pleasant coherence and that makes both music and video games enjoyable in a relaxed and very immersive way. Even after several hours in a row, it still transmits a light and easy listening experience.

It also seems to me a quite honest set with what it wants to offer. It does not try to compete by seeking extreme resolution or an ultra-analytical sensation. It prefers to focus on musicality, comfort and maintaining a friendly sound in almost any situation. There will be people who want something more aggressive, brighter or with a more impactful presentation, but I think the Sivga Que works especially well for those who value a warm, organic and very enjoyable long-term experience.

If you have reached this far, thank you for reading.
More reviews on my blog.
Social networks in my profile.
See you in the next review!

Disclaimer:

This set of monitors has been sent by Sivga. I sincerely appreciate the opportunity to be able to test one of their products at no cost and that no condition has been imposed when carrying out this analysis.

Despite this, my priority is to be as impartial as possible within the subjectivity that comes with analyzing an audio product. My opinion belongs only to me and I develop it based on the perception of my ears. If you have a different one, it is equally valid. Please feel free to share it.

My sources:

-FiiO K11 for music and video games on the main PC.
-FiiO KA13 while I work.
-FiiO BTA30 Pro + FiiO BTR13 for LDAC wireless listening at home.
-FiiO BTR13 + FiiO BT11 + iPhone 16 Pro Max for wireless listening on the street.
-FiiO KA11.
-FiiO Jiezi 3.5mm/4.4mm.
-Shanling M0 Pro 3.5mm/4.4mm.
-Tri TK3.
-Apple Music.
-Local FLAC and MP3 files.

Hello Community!

The protagonist of today is a set that catches attention at first sight, a very characteristic wooden touch of the Sivga house: it is the QUE model, released in 2024 but still very much relevant.

Price: 75$-64€

Link

Pros:

• Great gateway into the hobby
• Very high-quality accessory package: cable, ear tips, case.
• Build, ergonomics and design unbeatable.
• Its sound is one of the easiest to enjoy: pleasant, natural, spacious.
• Bass with presence
• Smooth and coherent mids.
• Treble with sufficient clarity.
• Great vocal presentation.

Cons:

• In general terms, it is not the most detailed set.
• The soundstage is compact.
• It is not a very fast dynamic set.

Accessories:

• Two shells.
• Two sets of ear tips sizes SML.
• Cable with 0.78mm termination and 3.5mm connection.
• Carrying and storage case.
• User manual.

Comfort, design and build:

The QUE model, to the touch, feels like an IEM that is tremendously well finished and built. Its CNC-machined metal body conveys a much higher value than its price reflects. The design is exquisite: original, elegant but not extravagant, restrained but lustrous. The wooden front plate adds the touch of personality characteristic of the brand. The shells, despite being metallic, feel light once placed in the ear.

In terms of ergonomics, it is hard to find a set that reaches the values of this one. Its rounded shape avoids discomfort at all costs, fitting perfectly into your ear concha despite having a medium size. Insertion toward the eardrum is smooth, without pressure, with a well-achieved depth and the stock ear tips facilitate a seal and comfort sufficient so you do not need to look for others.

The cable also seemed like a success to me, even though I classify it as desktop cables due to its thickness. Despite this, I did not experience any discomfort, pulls, or snags that caused imbalances in my ears. It is well built, feels high quality, and presumably can be an accessory that lasts you forever.

Technical aspects:

• 1DD configuration of 10mm coated in beryllium.
• Impedance 32 ohms.
• Sensitivity 108 dB.
• Declared response 20hz-20khz.

Pairing for testing:

• Neutral source for music.
• Warm/neutral source for single player video games.
• Gain set to medium.
• Stock white ear tips.
• Stock 3.5mm cable.

Sound signature:

Starting with the lowest frequencies, the Sivga Que has a bass that is very easy to enjoy. It does not try nor does it manage to impress you with an exaggerated amount of sub-bass nor to sound constantly aggressive, but instead it opts more for a punch with body and a warm, welcoming and pleasant sensation.

The midbass has presence and that makes the music feel full, with weight and rhythm. It is not a particularly dry or fast bass, but precisely there lies much of its charm, since it transmits a relaxed and very musical sensation.

In the midrange is personally where I find the greatest enjoyment in this set. It sounds natural, smooth and quite cohesive. There is a sense between frequencies of smooth flow that causes nothing to stand out for sounding unnatural. The sound has density and a certain warmth that makes listening very comfortable and seems designed so that music comes in easily, without fatigue and without the need to adapt to the sound.

It has a quite mature way of presenting music. It does not try to constantly attract attention nor exaggerate an excess of resolution to seem more technical than it really is. It prefers to offer a more relaxed and organic experience. That makes even more aggressive recordings sound quite pleasant. There is a small smooth touch in the contours that helps a lot to maintain a calm and very stable listening.

Another point that I like quite a lot is that I never perceived a hollow or thin sound in my listening sessions. Everything has some body and a very consistent warm sensation, very coherent. It may not be the most transparent IEM in its range, but I do think it is one of those that manage to sound natural effortlessly.

Finishing with the treble, it follows exactly the same general idea of the tuning of this Sivga model. There is enough clarity and air so that the music breathes well, but without falling into annoying peaks or excessive brightness. They are smooth, controlled and quite pleasant during long sessions. Perhaps some people may want a bit more sparkle or a sense of extreme definition up top, although honestly I think the Sivga Que gains a lot precisely by maintaining that moderation.

Speaking about vocals, with low male vocals I notice quite a lot of body and a smooth, well-textured and articulated presentation. Normal male voices maintain naturalness and good presence within the mix, without sounding dry or artificial. In female vocals I find a smooth and controlled presentation, avoiding uncomfortable sibilance or excess energy. In general terms I was quite satisfied in this aspect, where I cannot highlight anything negative, rather the opposite: I found a very well balanced set for songs with strong vocal presentation.

On a technical level I think the Sivga Que perfectly understands its focus. The soundstage is not huge, although it does maintain quite coherent and correct spatiality. Imaging does a satisfactory job when it comes to placing sounds easily, although without that sense of high precision. Layering remains orderly even when the mix gains complexity and I rarely notice real congestion.

In detail retrieval it also does not try to turn each song into a constant technical demonstration. Details appear naturally within the mix, prioritizing more musicality and coherence than a too revealing resolution.

Single player video games:

Always seeking the most cinematic experience possible, tested in narrative and action-intensive titles. Consult my blog to see specific games and the conditions of audio analysis in video games.

In this field, I was able to enjoy the games a lot because it has a very entertaining presentation with quite a lot of weight. When intense scenes begin, explosions, impacts and powerful effects have enough punch to give emotion to the gameplay without becoming exaggerated or tiring quickly.

Dialogues are heard clearly and with good presence, so following the story is comfortable even in moments with quite a lot of noise around. I also find it a very rewarding IEM for getting lost inside the game environment, since many small sounds from the stage remain present and help everything feel more believable and immersive.

Separation maintains a good balance and normally the effects do not end up mixing too much with each other. The width also does not try to sound gigantic artificially, but it does offer enough space so the environment has air and does not feel closed.

In addition, the treble is quite well controlled, avoiding certain effects or voices becoming annoying after long sessions.

In terms of positioning, it responds quite well for immersive experiences and allows distinguishing movements or directions in a fairly natural way, but as I said above, it is not among the most precise you can find.

Final conclusion and personal evaluations:

This set ended up growing on me the more time I spent with it. It is not the typical earphone that tries to hook you by exaggerating sensations from the first minute, since its charm, its character, appears little by little, in long and calm sessions, when you start realizing how comfortable and natural it is to listen to practically anything with it. It has a warm presentation, with good body and a very pleasant smoothness that makes everything flow without effort.

That constant feeling of stability is what ended up convincing me. I never felt that the sound wanted to draw too much attention or push certain elements in an artificial way. Everything maintains a very pleasant coherence and that makes both music and video games enjoyable in a relaxed and very immersive way. Even after several hours in a row, it still transmits a light and easy listening experience.

It also seems to me a quite honest set with what it wants to offer. It does not try to compete by seeking extreme resolution or an ultra-analytical sensation. It prefers to focus on musicality, comfort and maintaining a friendly sound in almost any situation. There will be people who want something more aggressive, brighter or with a more impactful presentation, but I think the Sivga Que works especially well for those who value a warm, organic and very enjoyable long-term experience.

If you have reached this far, thank you for reading.
More reviews on my blog.
Social networks in my profile.
See you in the next review!

Disclaimer:

This set of monitors has been sent by Sivga. I sincerely appreciate the opportunity to be able to test one of their products at no cost and that no condition has been imposed when carrying out this analysis.

Despite this, my priority is to be as impartial as possible within the subjectivity that comes with analyzing an audio product. My opinion belongs only to me and I develop it based on the perception of my ears. If you have a different one, it is equally valid. Please feel free to share it.

My sources:

-FiiO K11 for music and video games on the main PC.
-FiiO KA13 while I work.
-FiiO BTA30 Pro + FiiO BTR13 for LDAC wireless listening at home.
-FiiO BTR13 + FiiO BT11 + iPhone 16 Pro Max for wireless listening on the street.
-FiiO KA11.
-FiiO Jiezi 3.5mm/4.4mm.
-Shanling M0 Pro 3.5mm/4.4mm.
-Tri TK3.
-Apple Music.
-Local FLAC and MP3 files.

Hello Community!

I want to introduce you to a dongle DAC from the brand CCZ. It is the CM01 model and, honestly, it surprised me in a good way. Let’s see why.

Price: 16€-19$

Link

Technical aspects:

-MAX97220 amplifier chip.

-CX31993 DAC chip.

-3.5mm SE input.

-63mw u/32 ohms output power.

-Maximum sampling 32b@384khz.

-124dB signal-to-noise ratio.

--95dB harmonic distortion.

Package contents:

-Dongle DAC.

-USB-A to USB-C adapter

Compatibility:

-Windows & MacOS.

-Android, IOS, iPadOS.

-No native APP.

-Not compatible with Walkplay.

-No DSP function.

Construction, design and quality of life (QoL):

CM01 seems to me like a dongle DAC that enters more through the eyes because of its striking design than because of the comfort it could offer. That transparent window exposing the inside, its white cable in contrast with the black and the golden USB-C connection give CCZ’s dongle quite a striking touch.

It is well designed for daily use and yes, it is comfortable: the cable is strongly braided and covered with a translucent plastic that sits at the perfect point between rigidity and elasticity.

At the construction quality level, it surprised me. I have quite a few dongle DACs from more renowned brands at the same or even higher price that have not taken such good care of these parameters.

The connections are firmly secured and the body, where the earphones connect, made from some kind of lightweight metallic alloy, feels robust and reliable.

Overall, I can say that after almost daily use for a couple of weeks, it has more than delivered in terms of comfort and I can bet a beer that, because of the level of construction it offers, it can turn out to be something very durable.

The feeling it gives me in hand, to the touch, is that it is not something that feels cheap but rather closer to something that sits slightly above its price.

Personally, the inclusion of a USB-A adapter is a success for those people who do not have more modern connections and, the lack of compatibility with DSP or WalkPlay, personally, I do not care at all, it is not something I use but I must leave it stated so that those interested know the information.

Sound quality and power:

CCZ CM01 and I matched on the first try, just a few minutes after starting to analyze the sound it delivers. I have to be honest, but also get as close as possible to objectivity despite being delighted with it.

It is not one of those devices that try to exaggerate bass or make everything sound more spectacular artificially. Instead, it feels clean and pleasant, like a simple and very evident improvement over the typical audio of many phones or conventional Jack connections. The music sounds clearer, with better instrument separation and a slightly more open feeling.

Something I liked a lot is that it has quite a natural sound, in a certain way slightly, but very slightly warm and rounded in the high frequencies, but without hiding its technical capabilities or showing resolution and detail.

I have spent a long time listening to music or playing videogames without noticing fatigue or that metallic touch that some cheap dongles have, even ones with higher monetary value. In addition, in normal use it feels clean, without weird noises or annoying interference, which is exactly what I expect from something designed to carry around every day.

About the power, which is 63mw, I think it performs too well for the size it has and for what the competition offers. With the IEMs and over-ear headphones I usually use, I have never felt that it falls short or that I have to push it too much. Obviously, do not plug in something 300 ohms because it is not going to lift the volume. With my Beyerdynamic DT 770 Pro, 80 ohms, the achieved volume was insufficient for me but, with Audio-Technica ATH-M50x, I could savor all its splendor without complications.

Final conclusion and personal ratings:

Everything works very comfortably with the CCZ CM01 and without complications: connect, play music and forget about it.

One aspect I really like is that it does not heat up nor give sensations of forcing the machinery to offer high listening volume.

Overall, I see it as one of those easy-to-recommend dongles because it does not try to impress with weird things. It simply does its job well, sounds clean and is comfortable to use day to day, which in the end is the most important thing in a device like this, without neglecting construction quality and, of course, giving a convincing sense of reliability and durability.

If you made it this far, thanks for reading.

More reviews on my blog.

Social media on my profile.

See you in the next review!

Disclaimer:

This set of monitors has been sent by KeepHifi. I sincerely appreciate the opportunity to test one of their products free of charge and that no conditions were imposed when preparing this analysis.

Despite this, my priority is to be as impartial as possible within the subjectivity involved in analyzing an audio product. My opinion belongs only to me and I develop it around the perception of my ears. If you have a different one, it is equally valid. Please, feel free to share it.

Equipment used:

-PC Windows.

-MacBook Air M4.

-iPhone 16 Pro Max.

-Dunu 142.

-Simgot EA1000.

-Twistura Woodnote.

-Beyerdynamic DT 770 Pro.

-Audio-Technica ATH-M50x.

Hello Community!

I want to introduce you to a dongle DAC from the brand CCZ. It is the CM01 model and, honestly, it surprised me in a good way. Let’s see why.

Price: 16€-19$

Link

Technical aspects:

-MAX97220 amplifier chip.

-CX31993 DAC chip.

-3.5mm SE input.

-63mw u/32 ohms output power.

-Maximum sampling 32b@384khz.

-124dB signal-to-noise ratio.

--95dB harmonic distortion.

Package contents:

-Dongle DAC.

-USB-A to USB-C adapter

Compatibility:

-Windows & MacOS.

-Android, IOS, iPadOS.

-No native APP.

-Not compatible with Walkplay.

-No DSP function.

Construction, design and quality of life (QoL):

CM01 seems to me like a dongle DAC that enters more through the eyes because of its striking design than because of the comfort it could offer. That transparent window exposing the inside, its white cable in contrast with the black and the golden USB-C connection give CCZ’s dongle quite a striking touch.

It is well designed for daily use and yes, it is comfortable: the cable is strongly braided and covered with a translucent plastic that sits at the perfect point between rigidity and elasticity.

At the construction quality level, it surprised me. I have quite a few dongle DACs from more renowned brands at the same or even higher price that have not taken such good care of these parameters.

The connections are firmly secured and the body, where the earphones connect, made from some kind of lightweight metallic alloy, feels robust and reliable.

Overall, I can say that after almost daily use for a couple of weeks, it has more than delivered in terms of comfort and I can bet a beer that, because of the level of construction it offers, it can turn out to be something very durable.

The feeling it gives me in hand, to the touch, is that it is not something that feels cheap but rather closer to something that sits slightly above its price.

Personally, the inclusion of a USB-A adapter is a success for those people who do not have more modern connections and, the lack of compatibility with DSP or WalkPlay, personally, I do not care at all, it is not something I use but I must leave it stated so that those interested know the information.

Sound quality and power:

CCZ CM01 and I matched on the first try, just a few minutes after starting to analyze the sound it delivers. I have to be honest, but also get as close as possible to objectivity despite being delighted with it.

It is not one of those devices that try to exaggerate bass or make everything sound more spectacular artificially. Instead, it feels clean and pleasant, like a simple and very evident improvement over the typical audio of many phones or conventional Jack connections. The music sounds clearer, with better instrument separation and a slightly more open feeling.

Something I liked a lot is that it has quite a natural sound, in a certain way slightly, but very slightly warm and rounded in the high frequencies, but without hiding its technical capabilities or showing resolution and detail.

I have spent a long time listening to music or playing videogames without noticing fatigue or that metallic touch that some cheap dongles have, even ones with higher monetary value. In addition, in normal use it feels clean, without weird noises or annoying interference, which is exactly what I expect from something designed to carry around every day.

About the power, which is 63mw, I think it performs too well for the size it has and for what the competition offers. With the IEMs and over-ear headphones I usually use, I have never felt that it falls short or that I have to push it too much. Obviously, do not plug in something 300 ohms because it is not going to lift the volume. With my Beyerdynamic DT 770 Pro, 80 ohms, the achieved volume was insufficient for me but, with Audio-Technica ATH-M50x, I could savor all its splendor without complications.

Final conclusion and personal ratings:

Everything works very comfortably with the CCZ CM01 and without complications: connect, play music and forget about it.

One aspect I really like is that it does not heat up nor give sensations of forcing the machinery to offer high listening volume.

Overall, I see it as one of those easy-to-recommend dongles because it does not try to impress with weird things. It simply does its job well, sounds clean and is comfortable to use day to day, which in the end is the most important thing in a device like this, without neglecting construction quality and, of course, giving a convincing sense of reliability and durability.

If you made it this far, thanks for reading.

More reviews on my blog.

Social media on my profile.

See you in the next review!

Disclaimer:

This set of monitors has been sent by KeepHifi. I sincerely appreciate the opportunity to test one of their products free of charge and that no conditions were imposed when preparing this analysis.

Despite this, my priority is to be as impartial as possible within the subjectivity involved in analyzing an audio product. My opinion belongs only to me and I develop it around the perception of my ears. If you have a different one, it is equally valid. Please, feel free to share it.

Equipment used:

-PC Windows.

-MacBook Air M4.

-iPhone 16 Pro Max.

-Dunu 142.

-Simgot EA1000.

-Twistura Woodnote.

-Beyerdynamic DT 770 Pro.

-Audio-Technica ATH-M50x.

Hello Community!

I want to introduce you to a dongle DAC from the brand CCZ. It is the CM01 model and, honestly, it surprised me in a good way. Let’s see why.

Price: 16€-19$

Link

Technical aspects:

-MAX97220 amplifier chip.

-CX31993 DAC chip.

-3.5mm SE input.

-63mw u/32 ohms output power.

-Maximum sampling 32b@384khz.

-124dB signal-to-noise ratio.

--95dB harmonic distortion.

Package contents:

-Dongle DAC.

-USB-A to USB-C adapter

Compatibility:

-Windows & MacOS.

-Android, IOS, iPadOS.

-No native APP.

-Not compatible with Walkplay.

-No DSP function.

Construction, design and quality of life (QoL):

CM01 seems to me like a dongle DAC that enters more through the eyes because of its striking design than because of the comfort it could offer. That transparent window exposing the inside, its white cable in contrast with the black and the golden USB-C connection give CCZ’s dongle quite a striking touch.

It is well designed for daily use and yes, it is comfortable: the cable is strongly braided and covered with a translucent plastic that sits at the perfect point between rigidity and elasticity.

At the construction quality level, it surprised me. I have quite a few dongle DACs from more renowned brands at the same or even higher price that have not taken such good care of these parameters.

The connections are firmly secured and the body, where the earphones connect, made from some kind of lightweight metallic alloy, feels robust and reliable.

Overall, I can say that after almost daily use for a couple of weeks, it has more than delivered in terms of comfort and I can bet a beer that, because of the level of construction it offers, it can turn out to be something very durable.

The feeling it gives me in hand, to the touch, is that it is not something that feels cheap but rather closer to something that sits slightly above its price.

Personally, the inclusion of a USB-A adapter is a success for those people who do not have more modern connections and, the lack of compatibility with DSP or WalkPlay, personally, I do not care at all, it is not something I use but I must leave it stated so that those interested know the information.

Sound quality and power:

CCZ CM01 and I matched on the first try, just a few minutes after starting to analyze the sound it delivers. I have to be honest, but also get as close as possible to objectivity despite being delighted with it.

It is not one of those devices that try to exaggerate bass or make everything sound more spectacular artificially. Instead, it feels clean and pleasant, like a simple and very evident improvement over the typical audio of many phones or conventional Jack connections. The music sounds clearer, with better instrument separation and a slightly more open feeling.

Something I liked a lot is that it has quite a natural sound, in a certain way slightly, but very slightly warm and rounded in the high frequencies, but without hiding its technical capabilities or showing resolution and detail.

I have spent a long time listening to music or playing videogames without noticing fatigue or that metallic touch that some cheap dongles have, even ones with higher monetary value. In addition, in normal use it feels clean, without weird noises or annoying interference, which is exactly what I expect from something designed to carry around every day.

About the power, which is 63mw, I think it performs too well for the size it has and for what the competition offers. With the IEMs and over-ear headphones I usually use, I have never felt that it falls short or that I have to push it too much. Obviously, do not plug in something 300 ohms because it is not going to lift the volume. With my Beyerdynamic DT 770 Pro, 80 ohms, the achieved volume was insufficient for me but, with Audio-Technica ATH-M50x, I could savor all its splendor without complications.

Final conclusion and personal ratings:

Everything works very comfortably with the CCZ CM01 and without complications: connect, play music and forget about it.

One aspect I really like is that it does not heat up nor give sensations of forcing the machinery to offer high listening volume.

Overall, I see it as one of those easy-to-recommend dongles because it does not try to impress with weird things. It simply does its job well, sounds clean and is comfortable to use day to day, which in the end is the most important thing in a device like this, without neglecting construction quality and, of course, giving a convincing sense of reliability and durability.

If you made it this far, thanks for reading.

More reviews on my blog.

Social media on my profile.

See you in the next review!

Disclaimer:

This set of monitors has been sent by KeepHifi. I sincerely appreciate the opportunity to test one of their products free of charge and that no conditions were imposed when preparing this analysis.

Despite this, my priority is to be as impartial as possible within the subjectivity involved in analyzing an audio product. My opinion belongs only to me and I develop it around the perception of my ears. If you have a different one, it is equally valid. Please, feel free to share it.

Equipment used:

-PC Windows.

-MacBook Air M4.

-iPhone 16 Pro Max.

-Dunu 142.

-Simgot EA1000.

-Twistura Woodnote.

-Beyerdynamic DT 770 Pro.

-Audio-Technica ATH-M50x.

Hello Community!

I want to introduce you to a dongle DAC from the brand CCZ. It is the CM01 model and, honestly, it surprised me in a good way. Let’s see why.

Price: 16€-19$

Link

Technical aspects:

-MAX97220 amplifier chip.

-CX31993 DAC chip.

-3.5mm SE input.

-63mw u/32 ohms output power.

-Maximum sampling 32b@384khz.

-124dB signal-to-noise ratio.

--95dB harmonic distortion.

Package contents:

-Dongle DAC.

-USB-A to USB-C adapter

Compatibility:

-Windows & MacOS.

-Android, IOS, iPadOS.

-No native APP.

-Not compatible with Walkplay.

-No DSP function.

Construction, design and quality of life (QoL):

CM01 seems to me like a dongle DAC that enters more through the eyes because of its striking design than because of the comfort it could offer. That transparent window exposing the inside, its white cable in contrast with the black and the golden USB-C connection give CCZ’s dongle quite a striking touch.

It is well designed for daily use and yes, it is comfortable: the cable is strongly braided and covered with a translucent plastic that sits at the perfect point between rigidity and elasticity.

At the construction quality level, it surprised me. I have quite a few dongle DACs from more renowned brands at the same or even higher price that have not taken such good care of these parameters.

The connections are firmly secured and the body, where the earphones connect, made from some kind of lightweight metallic alloy, feels robust and reliable.

Overall, I can say that after almost daily use for a couple of weeks, it has more than delivered in terms of comfort and I can bet a beer that, because of the level of construction it offers, it can turn out to be something very durable.

The feeling it gives me in hand, to the touch, is that it is not something that feels cheap but rather closer to something that sits slightly above its price.

Personally, the inclusion of a USB-A adapter is a success for those people who do not have more modern connections and, the lack of compatibility with DSP or WalkPlay, personally, I do not care at all, it is not something I use but I must leave it stated so that those interested know the information.

Sound quality and power:

CCZ CM01 and I matched on the first try, just a few minutes after starting to analyze the sound it delivers. I have to be honest, but also get as close as possible to objectivity despite being delighted with it.

It is not one of those devices that try to exaggerate bass or make everything sound more spectacular artificially. Instead, it feels clean and pleasant, like a simple and very evident improvement over the typical audio of many phones or conventional Jack connections. The music sounds clearer, with better instrument separation and a slightly more open feeling.

Something I liked a lot is that it has quite a natural sound, in a certain way slightly, but very slightly warm and rounded in the high frequencies, but without hiding its technical capabilities or showing resolution and detail.

I have spent a long time listening to music or playing videogames without noticing fatigue or that metallic touch that some cheap dongles have, even ones with higher monetary value. In addition, in normal use it feels clean, without weird noises or annoying interference, which is exactly what I expect from something designed to carry around every day.

About the power, which is 63mw, I think it performs too well for the size it has and for what the competition offers. With the IEMs and over-ear headphones I usually use, I have never felt that it falls short or that I have to push it too much. Obviously, do not plug in something 300 ohms because it is not going to lift the volume. With my Beyerdynamic DT 770 Pro, 80 ohms, the achieved volume was insufficient for me but, with Audio-Technica ATH-M50x, I could savor all its splendor without complications.

Final conclusion and personal ratings:

Everything works very comfortably with the CCZ CM01 and without complications: connect, play music and forget about it.

One aspect I really like is that it does not heat up nor give sensations of forcing the machinery to offer high listening volume.

Overall, I see it as one of those easy-to-recommend dongles because it does not try to impress with weird things. It simply does its job well, sounds clean and is comfortable to use day to day, which in the end is the most important thing in a device like this, without neglecting construction quality and, of course, giving a convincing sense of reliability and durability.

If you made it this far, thanks for reading.

More reviews on my blog.

Social media on my profile.

See you in the next review!

Disclaimer:

This set of monitors has been sent by KeepHifi. I sincerely appreciate the opportunity to test one of their products free of charge and that no conditions were imposed when preparing this analysis.

Despite this, my priority is to be as impartial as possible within the subjectivity involved in analyzing an audio product. My opinion belongs only to me and I develop it around the perception of my ears. If you have a different one, it is equally valid. Please, feel free to share it.

Equipment used:

-PC Windows.

-MacBook Air M4.

-iPhone 16 Pro Max.

-Dunu 142.

-Simgot EA1000.

-Twistura Woodnote.

-Beyerdynamic DT 770 Pro.

-Audio-Technica ATH-M50x.

Hello Community!

The new release from GK is called Streak. Will it be another market breaker? I’ll tell you below.

Price: €20-$22

Pros:
-Good depth in the bass
-Pleasant tonality across the entire spectrum.
-Technically very competent for its price.
-Warm, pleasant sound, easy to enjoy.
-The treble is sufficient and controlled, no fatigue at all.

Cons:
-Mids are somewhat recessed.
-It may seem somewhat dark for many people.
-The stock accessories could be greatly improved.

Accessories:
-Two shells.
-A set of ear tips in SML sizes.
-Cable with QDC 0.78mm connection and 3.5mm termination.

Comfort, design and build quality:
The truth is that in this aspect there are more negative points than positive ones, but then, for the umpteenth time, I remind myself of the value of the product and I understand many things although, little by little, the industry is growing in the added value of higher quality products in this price range.

The cable is annoying and both sitting at my desk and walking around, the cable takes uncomfortable positions, with the latter situation, being in movement, suffering some pulling that caused adjustments issues in my ear.

On the other hand, the ear tips, although they achieved a correct seal and fit, are still of questionable quality. As with the Kunten, the accessories do not do justice to the well-tuned sound.

The good news about all this is that it is a set that I believe deserves to be upgraded with higher quality accessories. GK has cables and tips available, which I have not yet received due to an error in the warehouses, however, I will try to receive them.

As for ergonomics, they are medium-large sized shells, with a classic oval shape that does not create pressure points and I can assure that I have spent several 6-hour sessions with this set in my ears.

The insertion into the ear canal is deep but not exaggerated. Once the appropriate ear tip size is chosen, the fit is very firm. As I said above, the in-ear comfort would improve with softer and more elastic materials.

In terms of construction, it is nothing out of this world: a resin body according to the manufacturer, although to me it seems like plastic, which allows you to see the interior of the IEM, and a faceplate that the brand advertises as CNC-machined metal and which honestly, I struggle to recognize as that material. It is correctly finished, without edges or impurities, and the nozzle has a paper filter with micro holes.

Aesthetically it is minimalistic, not very flashy, but that matters the least.

Technical aspects:
-1DD+1MP configuration.
-32 ohms impedance.
-111dB sensitivity.
-Declared response 20hz-40khz.

Pairing for the tests:
-Warm/neutral source.
-Gain set to low.
-Stock ear tips.
-Stock 3.5mm cable.

Sound signature:
The low end has quite a lot of presence and it becomes noticeable quickly. The bass comes in with weight, with a warm and wide but smooth punch, generating a sensation of a full and fluid foundation. It adds energy without becoming too brute. The sub-bass also has a certain elasticity that makes it feel more immersive and physical depending on the genre. It is not the driest nor the most disciplined bass in the world, but honestly I think that is part of its charm, because it never gives me a cold or boring sensation.

The mids follow a fairly relaxed line and coherent with the rest of the signature. The instrumentation has a smooth and pleasant tone, with considerably acceptable thickness which leads us to a presentation that feels comfortable since it is not aggressive at all or too forward although in a certain way, they are somewhat behind in the stage. The vocals are not constantly pushed forward searching for unnecessary protagonism; instead they appear integrated within the mix, showing naturalness.

I do notice that in busy songs some elements could have much more separation or definition, but the Streak normally prefers to maintain a fluid presentation rather than sounding analytical. To this day and after several weeks, I still debate with myself whether that is favorable or a disadvantage considering the driver configuration chosen for the set.

Up top, in the treble, is where it surprised me the most for the price. I expected the typical somewhat messy and uncontrolled treble from some budget IEMs, but here I found an example of liveliness and space. There is brightness, there is sparkle and enough energy for small details to appear gracefully, although without entering too much into sharp territory. I do appreciate this, even though I prefer more strength up top most of the time.

The frequencies and even small textures have presence and help the music breathe better. Evidently it does not reach the level of refinement of more expensive models, but I also do not feel that it tries to pretend to be something it is not. It has a fairly clear way of presenting treble, always maintaining a light and dynamic sensation.

With deep male vocals I perceive quite a lot of body and a very pleasant warm texture, somewhat recessed for my taste and not entirely the timbre with which I could say they are completely natural. However, normal male vocals do maintain good balance and naturalness, although at times they can feel slightly soft. In female vocals I find quite a lot of freshness and energy, bringing emotion and air without becoming excessively intense.

On a technical level, it seems more competent to me than I expected considering its price. The soundstage does not try to create a gigantic scene, but it does achieve enough width for the music to breathe comfortably. The imaging responds quite well and allows me to locate sounds easily, especially in tracks with good production while the layering also leaves good impressions because the main layers rarely overlap chaotically, although when the mix becomes too complex it is noticeable that it prioritizes musicality over absolute precision.

Finishing with detail retrieval, it maintains a similar line: it does not chase obsessive microdetail nor does it seek to analyze every minimal nuance, but even so it manages to retrieve enough information for the experience to feel rich, dynamic and very enjoyable for hours.

Single player videogames:
Always seeking the most cinematic experience possible, tested in narrative and action-intensive titles. Check my blog to see the specific games and the audio analysis conditions in videogames.

In this field, this set has a fairly entertaining way of getting you into the match without feeling excessively cinematic. In action scenes I notice hits, explosions, reverberations and rumbles with quite a lot of presence. I do not feel it is a dry sound, but rather wider and with a certain vibration that makes scenes feel intense and dynamic.

Dialogues remain clear most of the time, with voices close to naturalness and easy to follow even when the game begins filling the scene with effects. For my taste, somewhat behind, but nothing dramatic or that ruins the experience.

However, where I liked it the most was in immersion: small environmental sounds, distant echoes, wind or residual footsteps constantly appear in the background, making the game world feel more alive without the need to force details and while feeling great and sweet listening comfort.

Layer separation works better than I expected for an IEM in this range. When there are several simultaneous effects I can still distinguish gunshots, music and voices without everything ending up converted into a confusing mass.

The stage has enough width, so in that aspect nothing can be reproached: the accuracy of the representation of the scale of the worlds where I tested the Streak was reasonably sufficient.

In addition, I really appreciate that the sibilance is relatively controlled; sharp effects such as glass, gunshots, metallic hits or certain voices do not end up tiring me quickly.

Positioning also leaves good impressions because the sounds maintain fairly coherent and easy to identify directions.

Multiplayer videogames:
Always seeking the most analytical possible experience of the stage, tested in competitive shooter titles. Check my blog to see the specific shooter games and the audio analysis conditions in videogames.

In competitive multiplayer, it left me with a curious sensation: it is not a set that analyzes the environment and captures every sound element and places it clinically, but even so it maintains a fairly competent spatial reading.

In Counter-Strike 2 I can identify footsteps and lateral positions with enough precision to react quickly, although in extremely busy scenarios the soundstage becomes somewhat more compact.

In Apex Legends it feels especially fun because the bass adds energy to abilities, explosions and movements without completely destroying the clarity of the environment.

In Call of Duty: Warzone the performance is fairly solid thanks to good spatial coherence, allowing me to distinguish directions and distances in a relatively natural way.

Where I felt most comfortable was in Battlefield 6, because it manages general chaos quite well, separating gunfire, vehicles and ambience with relative and sufficient order so as not to easily lose important information during matches.

Final conclusion and personal evaluations:
With GK Streak something curious happened to me: at first we did not connect well but the more time I used it, the less desire I had to analyze it and the more I ended up simply enjoying it. It has a very clear personality and, instead of chasing that obsession of sounding ultra technical or excessively precise, it bets on a much more relaxed, dynamic and easygoing experience for hours.

What I value the most is the coherence of its character. It has energy, space and enough liveliness to always maintain a dynamic sensation, but without losing that warm and comfortable character that allows me to use it for hours without ending up fatigued. I never felt that it sought unnatural protagonism, instead it conveys a fluid and very easy to enjoy sensation, something that over time ends up having enormous merit.

I also like that it maintains a certain lightness even when the sound gains intensity. There is a constant sensation of width and air that helps everything breathe better, providing immersion without the need to exaggerate details or force technicalities.

Evidently, in especially complex situations it could offer a somewhat cleaner or stricter reading, but honestly, I think prioritizing musicality and comfort was the right decision for a set with this philosophy. Besides, dear readers, we are talking about a €20/$ set.

For me, it is very directed at those who seek an entertaining, comfortable sound that can appeal to the masses. On the other hand, those who prefer an extremely clinical presentation or focused solely on precision probably will not connect the same way with its proposal.

If you made it this far, thank you for reading.
More reviews on my blog.
Social media on my profile.
See you in the next review!

Disclaimer:
This set of monitors has been sent by GK. I sincerely appreciate the opportunity to test one of their products at no cost and that no conditions have been imposed when creating this analysis.

Despite this, my priority is to be as impartial as possible within the subjectivity involved in analyzing an audio product. My opinion belongs only to me and I develop it around the perception of my ears. If you have a different one, it is equally valid. Please feel free to share it.

My sources:
-FiiO K11 for music and videogames on the main PC.
-FiiO KA13 while I work.
-FiiO BTA30 Pro + FiiO BTR13 for LDAC wireless listening at home.
-FiiO BTR13 + FiiO BT11 + Iphone 16 Pro Max for wireless listening on the street.
-FiiO KA11.
-FiiO Jiezi 3.5mm/4.4mm
-Shanling M0 Pro 3.5mm/4.4mm.
-Tri TK3.
-Apple Music.
-Local FLAC and MP3 files.

Hello Community!

The new release from GK is called Streak. Will it be another market breaker? I’ll tell you below.

Price: €20-$22

Link

Pros:
-Good depth in the bass
-Pleasant tonality across the entire spectrum.
-Technically very competent for its price.
-Warm, pleasant sound, easy to enjoy.
-The treble is sufficient and controlled, no fatigue at all.

Cons:
-Mids are somewhat recessed.
-It may seem somewhat dark for many people.
-The stock accessories could be greatly improved.

Accessories:
-Two shells.
-A set of ear tips in SML sizes.
-Cable with QDC 0.78mm connection and 3.5mm termination.

Comfort, design and build quality:
The truth is that in this aspect there are more negative points than positive ones, but then, for the umpteenth time, I remind myself of the value of the product and I understand many things although, little by little, the industry is growing in the added value of higher quality products in this price range.

The cable is annoying and both sitting at my desk and walking around, the cable takes uncomfortable positions, with the latter situation, being in movement, suffering some pulling that caused adjustments issues in my ear.

On the other hand, the ear tips, although they achieved a correct seal and fit, are still of questionable quality. As with the Kunten, the accessories do not do justice to the well-tuned sound.

The good news about all this is that it is a set that I believe deserves to be upgraded with higher quality accessories. GK has cables and tips available, which I have not yet received due to an error in the warehouses, however, I will try to receive them.

As for ergonomics, they are medium-large sized shells, with a classic oval shape that does not create pressure points and I can assure that I have spent several 6-hour sessions with this set in my ears.

The insertion into the ear canal is deep but not exaggerated. Once the appropriate ear tip size is chosen, the fit is very firm. As I said above, the in-ear comfort would improve with softer and more elastic materials.

In terms of construction, it is nothing out of this world: a resin body according to the manufacturer, although to me it seems like plastic, which allows you to see the interior of the IEM, and a faceplate that the brand advertises as CNC-machined metal and which honestly, I struggle to recognize as that material. It is correctly finished, without edges or impurities, and the nozzle has a paper filter with micro holes.

Aesthetically it is minimalistic, not very flashy, but that matters the least.

Technical aspects:
-1DD+1MP configuration.
-32 ohms impedance.
-111dB sensitivity.
-Declared response 20hz-40khz.

Pairing for the tests:
-Warm/neutral source.
-Gain set to low.
-Stock ear tips.
-Stock 3.5mm cable.

Sound signature:
The low end has quite a lot of presence and it becomes noticeable quickly. The bass comes in with weight, with a warm and wide but smooth punch, generating a sensation of a full and fluid foundation. It adds energy without becoming too brute. The sub-bass also has a certain elasticity that makes it feel more immersive and physical depending on the genre. It is not the driest nor the most disciplined bass in the world, but honestly I think that is part of its charm, because it never gives me a cold or boring sensation.

The mids follow a fairly relaxed line and coherent with the rest of the signature. The instrumentation has a smooth and pleasant tone, with considerably acceptable thickness which leads us to a presentation that feels comfortable since it is not aggressive at all or too forward although in a certain way, they are somewhat behind in the stage. The vocals are not constantly pushed forward searching for unnecessary protagonism; instead they appear integrated within the mix, showing naturalness.

I do notice that in busy songs some elements could have much more separation or definition, but the Streak normally prefers to maintain a fluid presentation rather than sounding analytical. To this day and after several weeks, I still debate with myself whether that is favorable or a disadvantage considering the driver configuration chosen for the set.

Up top, in the treble, is where it surprised me the most for the price. I expected the typical somewhat messy and uncontrolled treble from some budget IEMs, but here I found an example of liveliness and space. There is brightness, there is sparkle and enough energy for small details to appear gracefully, although without entering too much into sharp territory. I do appreciate this, even though I prefer more strength up top most of the time.

The frequencies and even small textures have presence and help the music breathe better. Evidently it does not reach the level of refinement of more expensive models, but I also do not feel that it tries to pretend to be something it is not. It has a fairly clear way of presenting treble, always maintaining a light and dynamic sensation.

With deep male vocals I perceive quite a lot of body and a very pleasant warm texture, somewhat recessed for my taste and not entirely the timbre with which I could say they are completely natural. However, normal male vocals do maintain good balance and naturalness, although at times they can feel slightly soft. In female vocals I find quite a lot of freshness and energy, bringing emotion and air without becoming excessively intense.

On a technical level, it seems more competent to me than I expected considering its price. The soundstage does not try to create a gigantic scene, but it does achieve enough width for the music to breathe comfortably. The imaging responds quite well and allows me to locate sounds easily, especially in tracks with good production while the layering also leaves good impressions because the main layers rarely overlap chaotically, although when the mix becomes too complex it is noticeable that it prioritizes musicality over absolute precision.

Finishing with detail retrieval, it maintains a similar line: it does not chase obsessive microdetail nor does it seek to analyze every minimal nuance, but even so it manages to retrieve enough information for the experience to feel rich, dynamic and very enjoyable for hours.

Single player videogames:
Always seeking the most cinematic experience possible, tested in narrative and action-intensive titles. Check my blog to see the specific games and the audio analysis conditions in videogames.

In this field, this set has a fairly entertaining way of getting you into the match without feeling excessively cinematic. In action scenes I notice hits, explosions, reverberations and rumbles with quite a lot of presence. I do not feel it is a dry sound, but rather wider and with a certain vibration that makes scenes feel intense and dynamic.

Dialogues remain clear most of the time, with voices close to naturalness and easy to follow even when the game begins filling the scene with effects. For my taste, somewhat behind, but nothing dramatic or that ruins the experience.

However, where I liked it the most was in immersion: small environmental sounds, distant echoes, wind or residual footsteps constantly appear in the background, making the game world feel more alive without the need to force details and while feeling great and sweet listening comfort.

Layer separation works better than I expected for an IEM in this range. When there are several simultaneous effects I can still distinguish gunshots, music and voices without everything ending up converted into a confusing mass.

The stage has enough width, so in that aspect nothing can be reproached: the accuracy of the representation of the scale of the worlds where I tested the Streak was reasonably sufficient.

In addition, I really appreciate that the sibilance is relatively controlled; sharp effects such as glass, gunshots, metallic hits or certain voices do not end up tiring me quickly.

Positioning also leaves good impressions because the sounds maintain fairly coherent and easy to identify directions.

Multiplayer videogames:
Always seeking the most analytical possible experience of the stage, tested in competitive shooter titles. Check my blog to see the specific shooter games and the audio analysis conditions in videogames.

In competitive multiplayer, it left me with a curious sensation: it is not a set that analyzes the environment and captures every sound element and places it clinically, but even so it maintains a fairly competent spatial reading.

In Counter-Strike 2 I can identify footsteps and lateral positions with enough precision to react quickly, although in extremely busy scenarios the soundstage becomes somewhat more compact.

In Apex Legends it feels especially fun because the bass adds energy to abilities, explosions and movements without completely destroying the clarity of the environment.

In Call of Duty: Warzone the performance is fairly solid thanks to good spatial coherence, allowing me to distinguish directions and distances in a relatively natural way.

Where I felt most comfortable was in Battlefield 6, because it manages general chaos quite well, separating gunfire, vehicles and ambience with relative and sufficient order so as not to easily lose important information during matches.

Final conclusion and personal evaluations:
With GK Streak something curious happened to me: at first we did not connect well but the more time I used it, the less desire I had to analyze it and the more I ended up simply enjoying it. It has a very clear personality and, instead of chasing that obsession of sounding ultra technical or excessively precise, it bets on a much more relaxed, dynamic and easygoing experience for hours.

What I value the most is the coherence of its character. It has energy, space and enough liveliness to always maintain a dynamic sensation, but without losing that warm and comfortable character that allows me to use it for hours without ending up fatigued. I never felt that it sought unnatural protagonism, instead it conveys a fluid and very easy to enjoy sensation, something that over time ends up having enormous merit.

I also like that it maintains a certain lightness even when the sound gains intensity. There is a constant sensation of width and air that helps everything breathe better, providing immersion without the need to exaggerate details or force technicalities.

Evidently, in especially complex situations it could offer a somewhat cleaner or stricter reading, but honestly, I think prioritizing musicality and comfort was the right decision for a set with this philosophy. Besides, dear readers, we are talking about a €20/$ set.

For me, it is very directed at those who seek an entertaining, comfortable sound that can appeal to the masses. On the other hand, those who prefer an extremely clinical presentation or focused solely on precision probably will not connect the same way with its proposal.

If you made it this far, thank you for reading.
More reviews on my blog.
Social media on my profile.
See you in the next review!

Disclaimer:
This set of monitors has been sent by GK. I sincerely appreciate the opportunity to test one of their products at no cost and that no conditions have been imposed when creating this analysis.

Despite this, my priority is to be as impartial as possible within the subjectivity involved in analyzing an audio product. My opinion belongs only to me and I develop it around the perception of my ears. If you have a different one, it is equally valid. Please feel free to share it.

My sources:
-FiiO K11 for music and videogames on the main PC.
-FiiO KA13 while I work.
-FiiO BTA30 Pro + FiiO BTR13 for LDAC wireless listening at home.
-FiiO BTR13 + FiiO BT11 + Iphone 16 Pro Max for wireless listening on the street.
-FiiO KA11.
-FiiO Jiezi 3.5mm/4.4mm
-Shanling M0 Pro 3.5mm/4.4mm.
-Tri TK3.
-Apple Music.
-Local FLAC and MP3 files.