CCA (Clear Concept Audio) - Phoenix

If you're brass headed than kz are best in that division zero 2 neutral with more brass cca phoenix is neutral with solid build quality.

Get these CCA Phoenix for just around 20$ and you will not get disappointed. https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c3UzP1b3

Neutral sound, you won't be bothered by too much treble, lows are just good enough for metal music.

Nah this thing is bright. Very harsh and sibilant and strident. No way in heck should this be called neutral.

Nah it's super bright. I bought this a few days ago. Wouldn't recommend this.

Hello. Thank you for your words. CCA Phoenix, CCZ BC01 Harmony and CVJ Vivian seem to me to have performance above their price and they will give you a lot of joy.

**Hello Community!** Honestly, when a brand leaves behind any stereotype or label it was known for, I love it. Breaking the chains that bind you and reinventing yourself is something worth applauding. That’s why today the new **Phoenix** from **CCA** is here, rising in flight from its ashes. Price: 30€–35$ Let’s start getting to know it part by part, but first the pros and cons that I consider important: **Pros** • Tonal balance. • Mids with good definition and texture. • High-frequency extension. • Natural vocals **Cons** • If you’re looking for a fun and powerful bass profile or body in the low end, it may fall short. **Introduction:** Alright. This is my second set from the brand. Previously, I really enjoyed the CRA+, from a much more budget line and a safe value for truly low budgets. This CCA Phoenix moves completely away from what we’ve seen so far and from the moment you receive the box, you start to notice a jump in quality everywhere you look: packaging, cable, ear tips, pouch… CCA has dressed up for the occasion, but… … **Will it manage to convince me?** **Contents:** \-Pair of metal shells. \-Detachable 0.78 mm 2-pin cable, with 3.5 mm termination and USB-C option. \-Open-bore silicone ear tips sizes SML. \-Storage and transport pouch. \-User manual. \-Shiny illustration of a Phoenix. **Comfort, build and design:** The **capsules** of the Phoenix have CNC metal bodies, which provides a feeling of robustness and higher-than-average quality in its price range. The metal design, aside from being aesthetic, aims to offer a stable acoustic chamber and fewer vibrations. I didn’t notice defects or signs of poor fitting in the assembly of the capsule pieces, so I can affirm that they are well finished. The **included cable**, braided and silver-plated, gives a sense of quality and durability: it is detachable, allowing replacement or upgrading if desired, and also does not take on annoying shapes whether you’re moving or sitting. However, I would have liked less pressure in the pre-formed final termination of each ear, since after my listening sessions, I noticed some discomfort in the area. The **silicone ear tips** allow reasonable sealing, the jump in quality is noticeable, and I was able to enjoy them during all my periods of enjoyment and analysis with the Phoenix. **Ergonomics** are cared for: the shape seems designed for a comfortable fit, with decent passive isolation, which favors long sessions without fatigue or discomfort in your ear canal. The nozzle isn’t too long, but it is indeed wide in diameter. Even so, I had no fit issues. Regarding **aesthetics**, it’s totally subjective. The purple of its shells is very striking, with a mirror effect that enhances that tone. Personally, it is too bold for my taste. The shape of the IEM seems spot-on, almost without edges and mostly curved. Overall, materials, build, accessories and presentation are above what is usual in a budget IEM: CCA has done its homework in this section. **Technical aspects:** \-10 mm dynamic driver (1DD). \-Frequency range: 20 Hz – 40 kHz. \-Impedance: 33 ohms. \-Sensitivity: 108 dB/mW. **Pairing:** It can work well with common sources such as a smartphone, dongle DAC, portable player, or discrete DAC/AMP, without needing powerful amplification. In fact, preferably with little amplification, the minimum you can configure. Given its preference for neutrality and brightness, I think it will perform better with balanced sources, to prevent the treble from becoming too bright and causing auditory fatigue. As I was saying, with balanced sources you’ll obtain a similarly clean, detailed and well-balanced sound where the strengths of this monitor stand out. I don’t consider it wise to add warmth with other types of sources, since the essence of this IEM is lost and that’s what makes it special. Therefore, for my entire analysis period I will use the FiiO K11 filter nº5 with low gain and the FiiO KA13. **Sound signature:** The signature of the CCA Phoenix is detailed with a clear emphasis on offering you clarity in listening, even surprising for the price. It offers controlled bass, present and enriched mids, and open treble without exaggeration but very fun, giving a sense of clean and well-defined sound that doesn’t overwhelm in any area. *Sub-bass:* Present with moderate impact, not excessive, but with enough body so that you don’t feel it is lacking. You don’t have to make an effort to hear it, it sounds when it should. *Bass:* Well controlled and firmly articulated, without excessive resonance or bleeding into the mids. The punch is fast, without dominating the profile. *Low mids:* Clean and somewhat delicate, they keep instruments present and dynamic. I don’t perceive them dragging into the mid and upper area. *Mids:* The mids offer very good cleanliness and definition, balanced and occupying a not very recessed position. The instrumentation is heard with texture, without feeling opaque. They are not thick, but they are clear and natural. *Upper mids:* With a very pleasant and revealing brightness that adds a certain energy without becoming tiring. Very nice in their tuning. *Treble:* The Phoenix stands out. The treble is extended, airy, but without harshness, with brightness and very clear fine nuances. *Vocals:* Natural, well-timbered and clearly positioned in the mix. Female vocals feel clear and floating, with good articulation; normal male vocals I perceived as balanced, with good presence and naturalness. Even so, very low male voices present a firm tone but can sound a bit less dense. *Soundstage:* Moderately spacious for a budget IEM; not huge, but intelligently balanced. I was really satisfied with its sense of envelopment. *Imaging:* Spatial imaging that, for its price, is quite adequate and allows you to distinguish sound elements clearly. *Layering:* Each instrument and voice is perceived clearly and without piling on one another, giving a sense of space and technical organization superior to what is expected in this price range. Very superior. *Detail retrieval:* Resolution is remarkable: microdetails, nuances, fine textures of instruments and voices are well defined. In acoustic pieces, vocals and solo instruments, the Phoenix shows its best side with performance that surprised me very pleasantly. **Videogames:** Always looking for the most cinematic experience possible, testing in narrative and action-intensive titles. [Check my blog to see the specific games](https://hifijuegos.blogspot.com/p/como-analizo-el-audio.html) and the audio analysis conditions in videogames. Source used: FiiO K11 with filter nº5 (neutral) and low gain. *Action:* In action moments, although it’s not designed as a gaming monitor, the bass and sub-bass are fast and controlled, with rumble present but moderate, without great physical or intense weight. Reverberation is perceived clean and well separated, which helps to locate impacts and environmental effects clearly. *Immersion:* Phoenix offers *very good reproduction of environmental microdetails* in videogames, which enhances sound immersion in calm scenes and even intense ones, although the latter is not its main strength. Its tuning helps capture small sounds that add up to an immersive experience. *Dialogues:* Clear and detailed, thanks to its *well defined midrange* that allows understanding voices without losing context of sound effects. Vocals don’t sound muffled, and both narration and conversations stand out with naturalness and cleanliness. *Layer separation:* When in videogames many sound elements converge (OST, explosions, gunshots, hits…), the CCA Phoenix maintains quite effective sound separation. Dense sounds tend not to pile up; strong effects and music are perceived as distinct layers with good clarity and microdynamics. Positioning: It allows locating basic directions of sounds (shots, footsteps, weapon reloads, doors…) clearly and offers a wider field sensation than many budget IEMs. However, it is not ultra precise in complex directional cues compared to others more technical in its price bracket. *Soundstage*: It is wide and well defined. On the horizontal axis, sounds are clearly distributed, allowing you to distinguish effects to the left and right. On the vertical axis, layers are perceptible, though not extremely high, and upper and lower elements feel present but discreet. On the depth axis, the sense of distance works well: explosions, dialogues and music are perceived on differentiated planes, maintaining scale and coherence without elements piling on the same line, even in complex scenes. *Sibilance:* Sometimes it can sting the eardrum. Lower the volume a bit. The character of this IEM makes it so that, if you look for it, you’ll find it in high frequencies. Be careful with excessively frenetic moments. **Final conclusion and personal assessment:** The CCA Phoenix is not an all-terrain IEM, I won’t lie to you. There are competitors that are better if what you want is something for everything and more “fun,” but is it worth sacrificing other equally important aspects? Alright, this Phoenix will not astonish you with overwhelming bass thickness, but is it lacking? No, it’s not lacking; it’s just not astonishing. I know many beginners (I was one of them) measure the value of an earphone by how strong and deep its low range is, but this monitor is more than that: it is dynamism, it is spaciousness, it is instruments and voices with texture, clarity, and placed with accuracy, separation, and detail. I’m clear on this, friends: I’d rather have many good things than one very good thing. That’s why I have already gifted another unit different from this one to a friend who is getting into this hobby of wanting to listen better. And I promise you I made the right choice. **Recommended for:** those looking for clarity and well-positioned elements and single-player videogame players in general who don’t mind that action moments aren’t transcendently epic. **Not recommended for:** bass lovers and/or crispy-treble lovers, or those who need something truly balanced across all frequencies. If you’ve made it this far, **thanks for reading.** [More reviews on my blog.](https://hifijuegos.blogspot.com/) Social media on my profile. **See you in the next review!** **Disclaimer:** This set of monitors was sent by CCA. I sincerely appreciate the opportunity to test one of their products at no cost and that no condition was imposed when writing 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 according to the perception of my ears. If yours is different, 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 wireless LDAC listening at home. – FiiO BTR13 + iPhone 16 Pro Max for wireless listening on the street. – FiiO KA11. – FiiO JA11. – KBear Bluetooth Ear Hooks. – MacBook Air M4 3.5mm output. – Shanling M0 Pro. – Amazon Music Ultimate. – Local FLAC and MP3 files.

Of the ones you mentioned, I have all of them except the Bunny. I’m leaning toward the Phoenix. It’s smoother in the low end but more dynamic, with greater presence and resolution in vocals and instruments. It also has better clarity and soundstage.

Full review in: https://mobileaudiophile.com/in-ear-earphones-iem-iems-reviews/cca-phoenix/?amp=1 Phoenix, the latest release from the house of CCA doesn’t look like the usual budget offering. A complete metal forged IEM encased in a premium packaging with faux leather carry pouch is something that can’t be seen frequently in this budget segment. This being priced under 30USD, has a sonic output that’s way ahead of its competitors. Phoenix gets a single 10mm Dual Magnetic Dynamic Driver with an impedance of 33ohms which can be driven fairly with dongle DAC/AMPs. The graph that brand puts out misleads the consumers showcasing its big bass profile with recessed mid and highs. While in real, it’s a whole difference story! Phoenix adopts a well-tuned neutral profile with a hint of brightness that adapts well to EQ. Accompanied with the natural tonality, Phoenix in general exhibits a fast and clean bass response (Neutral). The mid-section is leaner but compensates with that spectacular track separation with impeccable layering capability. The treble sounds open enough showcasing adequate brightness and shimmer in the top end. The micro dynamics are handled well and are reflected in its above average detail retrieval and staging. Phoenix sets a benchmark in its category by showcasing its versatile neutral tuning that responds well to EQ. This sets the platform for the upcoming budget contenders to bring out more neutral tunings amidst the crowded generic profiled sound. Pros: * Neutral Sound Profile * Micro-Dynamics * Natural Tonality and Forward Mid-Section * Soundstage and Layering * Build, Accessories and Price Cons: * Leaner Bass

Well it's not overly bright and the graph of Phoenix misleads a lot. Even the bass they have boasted in the graph is not appreciated here 😅

30 dollar cca phoenix is better

At that price level... I recommend the very good CCA Phoenix, in that price range

https://preview.redd.it/td98t71r3hxf1.png?width=2400&format=png&auto=webp&s=fb2979fbe477efc32598af94ce3babf72a9716d0 All 3 are Mild V-shaped IEMs and 1 dynamic driver sets, and all are great all-rounders, they might sound similar-ish, minor differences for the most part. If you want a metal shelled IEM, durable enough, well balanced-ish tuning, treble detailed, good instrument separation, most likely not shouty, and best unboxing and nice set of accessories included. But "may" sound tad bit siblant, closer to Harman (some are tired of Harman), and lacking on eartips vs the others, and being a Metal shell (there are some issues on moisture with metal shell, which can be fixed by taking care of the IEM and case with silica gel when not in use). CCA Phoenix is for you. A little bit leaning towards a bit of a brighter but non shouty or fatiguing sound, good details, technicalities and instrument separation, and with its DSP version has app control and can be EQed via app to be as balanced as the others. Unboxing might be less exciting, cable might lack that pzazz. Tanchjim Bunny is your pick, full 3D printed resin shell, no issues on moisture on resin for the most part, but its plastic, case is fabric. (I would prefer to go for the DSP Type-C version, unless you prefer 3.5mm analog) Then there's the Tangzu Wan'er SG 2 Jade, If you want a vocal forward/focused IEM, a little bit warm tuning, nice unboxing, better selection of eartips (inclusion of the Tangzu Sancai tips, many love this), and a nice looking resin shell, nice looking cable, But may sound a bit shouty or a bit brighter for some, lacking the warmth for some especially Tangzu Wan'er SG 1 lovers, and no included case. (Two versions, analog and DSP Type-C cable, same as Bunny)

Bunny DSP would kinda limit you for future prospects as you will be limited with the DSP cable than a IEM + DAC combo, but its a great initial entry if you want to tinker with EQ. The CCA Phoenix and Bunny 3.5mm would be more appropriate for future proofing, especially with the right DAC/AMP combo. (some has good, might be even better DSP features vs Bunny DSP cable) If you can get at least a TRN Black Pearl or the CrinEar Protocol Max. Qudelix 5K or FiiO BTR17 if you want all the features a DAC/AMP can give.

* KZ Castor Pro (Harman Target with Improved Bass * Big bass, slightly cleaner bass than OG Castor, but may sound sharper trebles a little bit vs OG Castor. And the shell are known to be big for some people. And if you some like experimentation and tinkering with it's switches. * 7Hz X Crinacle ZERO 2 * Warm-ish leaning, may lack some technicalities than newer IEMs on your selection. * Tangzu WANER SG 2 * Warm-ish leaning, personally a little bit more balanced than Zero 2. Shell departed to the old style, so shape maybe a little weird for some. * Moondrop CHU 2 * Older IEM, Balanced-ish set but a little bit tinging to bright, because of its minimal bass punch. Smallest shell, but is plagued with corrosion for some people. * CCA PHOENIX * Balanced IEM, with some portions of its treble region may sound a little touching bright. Metal IEM with no paint so its a fingerprint magnet, metal IEMs usually can have issues with moisture (but can be alleviated by silica gel inside the case, and putting the IEM inside when not in use) * Truthear GATE * Balanced-ish IEM, though personally its a little bit tinging to warmness (not as warm as the OG Wan'er SG), technicalities average at best. * Tanchjim BUNNY * Balanced-ish, technicalities, details, and soundstage focused. Weird shape, but may work with many ears. DSP version is better overall because of the Tanchjim App support and included PEQ. Within your selection (based on your criteria), I would rate them like this: 1. Tanchjim Bunny (Both versions) 2. CCA Phoenix 3. 7Hz x Crinacle Zero 2 4. Truthear Gate 5. Moondrop Chu 2 6. KZ Castor Pro (Bass) Terms of soundstage, instrument separation, and details: 1. Tanchjim Bunny (Both versions) 2. CCA Phoenix 3. KZ Castor Pro (Bass) 4. Moondrop Chu 2 5. 7Hz x Crinacle Zero 2 6. Truthear Gate With the DAC, a simple JCally CX31993 DAC/AMP, like the JM6 Pro is enough. If you have an iPhone, get the Apple Dongle (US version). But if you want features and additional stuffs like hardware-level Parametric EQ, there's a bunch. But the cheapest with alot of enough amount of features is the TRN Black Pearl. [*Beginner's Guide through the world of IEMs*](https://www.reddit.com/user/NinjaSiren/comments/1jil8re/beginners_intro_guide_to_iems/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=web3x&utm_name=web3xcss&utm_term=1&utm_content=share_button)

Ah humidity can be mitigated with case with silica gel, as long as you put your IEMs when not in use inside the case. You can put 2-4 silica gels to further dry out the IEM after wiping off most easy to wipe moisture. Or get a hearing aide dehumidifier, same thing. This is just to control and reduce moisture after use. But if you really don't want to bother doing these, go for a full resin shell (no metal).

its mostly fine, just that make sure to put them in a case when not in use to absorb any sweat or excessive moisture

Cca phoenix? Super cheap stuff, another reviewer said he liked it more than his chu 2. Performed well on games too(cca advertised it as a gaming iem). 1DD driver And it's a full metal build. Around $30 but it's on sale for me i bought it for $18- here in Malaysia 75myr

Cca phoenix at AliExpress. I love it so much, the vocals are clear, there's good bass and treble. And it can even do gaming!!! I can hear close footsteps in-game while still listening to music. The music sounds filling without any noticeable gaps. I can even say that these sound like my kz zs10 pros with less treble harshness. I am in love with it, it just arrived today

Cca phoenix. Is in that price range. It's similar to the chu 2 in the graph, and has treble detail. Zero 2 is more "fun" i think. Edit. (I always see experts say 'fun'. But what they really mean is that it's more marketable for a wider audience cuz that's what i understand from their use of the lingo 'fun')

You should try it. The tuning on that is the cca golden ratio tuning based on harman 2019. With v shape, It's also a gaming iem so my guess it's a solid set

You don't know. I have the kz zs10 pro. It's been 3 years and im just replacing it. Condensation and trauma has broken it's quality, but it's still operable. I tried kz am16 and cca phoenix, i liked both. But they're not as solid or grounded. So im getting the blue ones, truthfully.

Cca phoenix is a neutral bright iem. Meaning it gets to medium level volume at the lower volume. It is crispy sounding in game tho cuz it's loud. I don't directly recommend it when there's the salnotes zero 2 and chu 2 in the sound department. Tbh the cca phoenix Advantage is in its smaller build compared to the 2 i named though the weight is 10 grams each side, pretty weighty. They also have short nozzles, meaning this can either be a win or lose for you if you're sensitive or prefer shorter nozzle length. Either way, these can be safely eliminated 'if' you like to put on higher volumes

Impressions should be as divisive as those on the Zenith. Begging the question - does the zenith really had divisive impressions? Hard to believe it had. Now imagine that sound quality for 10-15usd? Lol you buy it. My take based on value, quality and tuning preference: Kunten > duonic silver > cca phoenix > polaris >> gale (My last 4 recent budget buys - Polaris was unplanned 4usd buy…, gale don't need to use anymore) (Although I could swap duonic and Phoenix - but its 3rd as I need EQ to tame the 3k-6k region. Stock duonic is fine with me. )

I A-B the Gale among my other DDs and the Kunten - can't share this sentiment. Kunten is quite beyond the DD of the Gale (and the Polaris, even my now sold CCA Phoenix among others).