Linsoul Kiwi Ears Orchestra Lite Performance Custom 8BA in-Ear Monitor IEM with Detachable 4-core 7N Oxygen-Free Copper OFC Cable, Handcrafts Faceplate for Audiophile Studio Musician(Green)

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Azla SednaEarfit Light - The stage opened out while the imaging and resolution felt about the same after listening to Orchestra through these eartips. There was a trace of airiness and extension in the treble, along with a small amount of sibilance. While remaining in the same location, the mid-range appeared slightly less forward. Instead of a punchier approach, the bass had a more poofy impact. Yet, using these eartips was a truly beautiful experience when listening to classical music or blues.

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The mids on the Mangird Top are slightly recessed, but they're still clear and present. Vocals sound natural and realistic, and instruments are well-defined. The male vocals sound a little thin when compared to Tin Hifi T2 which is a mid-forward iem. If you are familiar with the smoky, yet lush and moist sound of tube amplifiers, you will find the same richness in the midrange of Orchestra Lite. For example, when listening to a song like Tabiji by Kaze Fujii, vocals and instrumental sounds are harmoniously harmonized and very rich, and this nostalgia is further enhanced by the sound of the midrange, which, for me at least, is an excellent musical midrange.The Kiwi Ears Orchestra Lite offers a natural and balanced tonal signature like its predecessor while still performing at a studio monitor level for professional musicians and audio engineers. It uses a three-way passive crossover strategy and 5 independent passive components to achieve intricate layering and reduce harmonic distortion. The bass is restricted to sub-bass frequencies, while the mids are neutral with a slight hint of warmth. The treble is perfectly matched to allow every detail to be heard comfortably. These IEMs are tip dependent, as I already indicated, and are based on my experience. I was able to hear the difference in the treble area and technical aspects thanks to the usage of several eartips. It didn't much alter the signature, but whatever eartips I choose to wear were comfortable for me. I utilised the three eartip types listed here.

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Once again any results were small and not of any giant consequence. I’m not saying this is a bad thing, if anything the way the Kiwi Orchestra Lite positions itself, there is never any need for concern. Meaning many times a cable and ear-tips is needed to do something……..you know to try and align the tonal response into something correct, from bad, or sometimes wrong. Here just like all the above we are met with a style of cemented-in musicality and smoothness. A form of non-wavering audiophile treats which can’t be swayed one-way or another. The treble is similar to my ears. I have read that some users find them slightly sibilant, but that's not the case for me, and both manage to avoid excessive brightness with a level of definition that I find appropriate for the price (and mainly because I consider these two IEMs more musical than analytical). There might be a small, but insignificant, difference at the upper end of the spectrum in my experience. Soundstage is not spectacular but manages to sound fairly “open” without being congested. Imaging is good, falling slightly short of class leaders like the Blessing2 or Oxygen. Separation is also good and comparable to the best performers in this range. It was only after more extended listening across different genres that I began to truly appreciate the quality and implementation of bass response. These IEMs helped me realise how many inferior sets blur detail in the bass, choosing instead to focus on superficially impressive punch. Some models generate visceral, almost uncomfortable levels of bass. Not an issue here. Bass on the Orchestras is all about refinement and detail retrieval.

Comfort & Isolation

The Orchestra Lite’s bass response is warm and ample, contributing to the overall smoothness of the sound signature. The sub-bass region is elevated, but a noticeable air gap approaching the lower mids ensures that the warmth is well controlled. The twin woofer balanced armatures (BAs) perform admirably, delivering a bass that is adequately fast. The Orchestra Lite has a safe and relaxed treble response that conceals very good internal detail retrieval. The upper treble is less extended than I would like, and there is limited air. The Orchestra Lite does respond well to equalization in this region, but other IEMs in the same price range like the SeeAudio Bravery are going to have more up-front resolution. The soundstage is adequate but is less expansive than I would have expected given the number of BAs used per housing. In the last mentioned song, the wind instruments blend well with the rest of the ensemble: the trumpets don't aggressively impact the ear and the flutes sound soft thanks to the warmth provided by the tuning Cadenza brings.