I mean I get it. It's an entry level product but this new box feels even cheaper than the older one. It honestly looks like a dollar-store headphone.
I know some people don't care about boxes and throw them away but I don't think this box can even properly protect the headphones in transit.
The older one was not much better but at least it looked nicer.
Moondrop's first gaming headset is on pre-order in China for 299¥ (~45USD)
*translated using ChatGPT
Just got my Chestnut S5 from China. It's a nice upgrade to my old C3 ESP. It's considerably larger and heavier but I really like the look and appreciate the outer adjustment system. First cup was surprisingly good with much more clarity than C3. I'm still evaluating it.
My biggest gripe is that they removed the pouch from the packaging and I would have preferred a collapsible handle. My C3 had a two compartment pouch inside the box which made it easy for travel. Also the catch cup thread is a bit more scratchy.
I got this for 578¥ but I thing it's back up to ~700¥. No idea about the global launch date or price.
I can't find it on the shop anymore:
https://shop.zmfheadphones.com/collections/stock-headphones
Timemore S5 finally revealed in China. The pictures are translated from Chinese product photos using ChatGPT.
Price in China: 799CNY (117.24USD)
Source: JD