HIDIZS - MP145

Of all the IEMs I have, for some reason, the one I like the most is the Aful Explorer. I also have the Kefine Klean, Kefine Delci Ae, Sivga Que, Kiwi Ears Airoso, Lesthouer S08, Simgot EW300, Hidizs MP143, and MP145. All of these IEMs have a somewhat neutral, warm signature, but they all have excellent, very different sounds. I recommend the Aful Explorer, it's the best without a doubt. I won't tell you about the Hidizs MP145 because they're too big and can have adjustment problems if you have a narrow ear canal. Another thing I recommend is that you play with different types of cables and eartips, they can make a difference.

What a great review! They’re 20% off now and I’m tempted to give them a try. I have the MP145. They were my first decent IEM I got last summer. I got the tea pro in December and they’re my favourite by far, for now lol.

Ahh yeah these are a bit pricier! I have the MP145 (~ 150 USD) and the Ikko OH10 (~ 200 USD) saved for when I have some extra cash sitting around, but I’ll add these to the list!

Great post! I’ve used the EM6L for a long time and was very satisfied. At some time I wanted to try planar and got the Hidizs MP145, let me tell you – it’s blows the EM6L out of the water! Everything I loved about the EM6L was multiplied, huge soundstage and great separation with super deep and clean bass.

The MP145 should suite you well! The soundstage is by far the widest I’ve experienced, as well as stellar differentiation between every note and tone to produce an unmatched resolution to my ear. There’s no need for an additional power source, these IEMs can be easily driven. Of course a little more power does benefit them, but is not mandatory. The tonal range is very extended, especially compared to your mentioned device, which are literally hard to compare (no offense). Which means that the IEM can be quite bright, but at the same time incredibly low and bassy. I’ve never find it to be too bright, just very powerful. There are also different tips and nozzles included, to fine tune the IEM to your preferences.

The MP145 is the way to go! The only thing which does the EM6L „better“ is size. They are quite small and do really disappear inside your ear. The 145 are quite big in comparison, what never ever bothers me, especially while I am sitting at my desk. The wider soundstage is really unmatched with the 145 which I really like. The hole dynamic range of the planar drivers can also be otherworldly and is awesome for intensive games.

Anytime! Hope you’ll be as satisfied as I am. It’s my first IEM where I hadn’t any need to apply an EQ in any way, perfect balance imo. I also upgraded the cable and tips, which isn’t necessary but elevates the experience. Spinfits W1 tips and the Tripowin Zonie 16 core cable.

Solid question! To all your expectations, I would say they fulfill these to a certain extent. Are they overhyped? No, they are just that good. Is there a cult? Yes, but harmless ;) IEMs deliver what people praise, but at some point it gets very minor and specialized in nuances and luxurious details. Especially looking at Chifi, I would say IEMs deliver the quality and quantity of comparable products twice or tripple the price (TWS & headphones) to some point. Of course they stay in their product category / characteristics and sound signature of in ears, which is just different from open back headphone design. I personally learned that I prefer the signature of in ears much more than open back. I love the direct, punchy and full body characteristics of IEMs, where I experienced many songs in a new way with details I’ve never heard before and had many trippy and goosebumps moments in epic songs. I’ve sworn many years by my Beyerdynamics collection, but since my first IEM I’ve never considered going back and just gone forward in my IEM collection. I personally peaked with the Hidizs MP145, which is the first audio device where I haven’t had any need for an EQ and been just satisfied with every nuance in sound design. So overall I say, give it a shot in a fair competition like I mentioned in my price comparison. If you like the signature of in ears, they will most likely satisfy you.

The upper Simgot lineup has great hybrids that offer a lot of punch and clarity - EM6L and Supermix comes to mind. I just tipped my toe into planar IEMs, in my case the Hidizs MP145. So far I’m more than convinced about the tech, especially this model that avoids the downsides of planar (metal treble and flat/short bass). It’s really clear, clean highs, punchy fast bass and unmatched sub bass. Soundstage also gets expended a lot, which I really like.

As I find the MP145 the most fitting for me, I would say these. Because I’m also not the biggest fan of shrilling highs. They are overall very warm and balanced, just perfect for my preferences.

These were also my first pair. Decent entry but overall not great. I would go for Simgot, they have a great supply for every price and are worth their money. My last pair were the EM6L and they worked great for gaming, especially when paired with an Astro MixAmp for digital surround. Hidizs MP145 are my current and they seemed to be my endgame, for now.

+1 for MP145. I switched from the EM6L, don’t know how similar these are to the Supermix, but I imagine they’re kinda are. The MP145 are everything I tried to EQ my EM6L into, but even better and exceed the overall signature. These are my first IEM which are perfect out of the box, just thrown some Spinfits W1 on these and called it a day. Best pair to my ears.

High-end TWS are barely mid-tier IEMs in comparison, but i definitly see the benefits in both of them. Hidizs MP145 for gaming and critical listeing, AirPods Pro 2 for everything on the go and in the household ;)

My full written review of the Hidizs MP143 can be found here: https://mobileaudiophile.com/in-ear-earphones-iem-iems-reviews/hidizs-mp143-salt-review/ Hidizs MP143 “Salt” Review 14.3 mm planar magnetic driver Three tuning nozzles What is up audio people? At the link is my published feature of the latest planar magnetic earphones from Hidizs Audio named the Hidizs MP143 “Salt”. Guys and gals I was pretty excited to hear this set as I ‘was’ and still very much ‘am’ a huge fan of the Hidizs MP145. I can say for sure that much of the same DNA that made the MP145 so special is alive and well within the MP143. Not quite the same but the genetics are there. I will not go too heavy in this post as my review covers everything that I think I wanted to get across but I gotta say, the MP143 is itself a special set. Obviously, it isn't the MP145 and there most certainly are distinctions between the two. Also, the price increase to own the MP145 is justified, but Hidizs did a very nice job crafting, designing, and tuning this set as it carves out its own path amongst the endless sea of under $100 iems. I guess the one caveat here is whether your joy will agree with the overall sound, or not. I do hope I can help to answer that question for you from my humble perspective as well as compare the MP143 with a couple sets which made sense to me. So, if curiosity has got you or you just like reading about what's out there then I do hope you click the link and check out my full review. I thank you in advance for doing so. Anyways, here's to the weekend friends, I wish each and every one of you is doing well and good. Take care! Comparisons: Letshuoer S08 / Hidizs MP145 🔥🔥 MP143 Pros 🔥🔥 -Build Quality is obviously amazing for the price -Design is obviously amazing for the price -Nice and light cable which sounds nice with the MP143 -Working nozzle filters -Well balanced sound -Deep and very well controlled low-end -Authoritative bass -Midrange is detailed, clean, with great timbre for a planar set -Highs are sparkly enough and bring nice levity -Detail Retrieval -Separation of instruments and vocals -Soundstage is nice 🥶🥶 MP143 Cons 🥶🥶 -Size may be too large for smaller ears -Look may not be for everyone -Fit may give some… Fits -Maybe too much bass emphasis for some -Slight midrange recession My full written review of the Hidizs MP143 can be found here: https://mobileaudiophile.com/in-ear-earphones-iem-iems-reviews/hidizs-mp143-salt-review/

In my opinion, if you have the extra cash for the MP145 than it is the better set. I don't think you can go wrong with either the MP143 or the MP145 though. Both very well done planars, very well tuned.

You and I are on the same boat, looking at the Dynaquattro and Fatfreq Deuce. I do have the MP145 and the DosCinco’s. Can’t speak on the other 3 you mentioned, but the DosCinco’s definitely have bass, specially compared to MP145’s

Yes, S12 Pro or MP145. Planar is second to none when it comes to clarity. S12 Pro is cheaper, but has better clarity and slightly less bass. MP145 has better bass, but slightly less technicality. MP145 has filters though. If you’re afraid the S12 Pro is too sizzling bright then go for the S12 2024 version (sounds similar to MP145). Me personally I prefer the S12 Pro over the MP145.

Yes Supermix4 and Hidizs MP145 are my best gaming iems so far

Prx has nice bass and staging and I just plug it into the headphones jack of pc. Prx so good I got rid of my other cheap IEMs. It's similar to my experience with Hidizs mp145 but prx has stronger sub bass rumble and I love it

It's surprising today even $200 IEMs like Hidizs mp145 and KiwiEars Aether can complete with my older $1k sets

I just don't get the "minute details" people rave about on the pilgrims. I demo'd them for a week and the mp145 had as good detail with better separation. But here you're being shocked by the difference between S12 and the pilgrim. I guess it's our ears. 

Same here. I have the s12 24 and mp145, pilgrim isn't better by a long shot. I guess a big part of our brains processing of sound is based on perception. If enough people say the pilgrim or other iems have the best in-class clarity, everyone else will also hear it for themselves because they are committed to believing it. Same goes for ridiculously priced dacs and cables. 

I have these as well and an mp145. The mp145 is much better and worth the higher price. 

Vs. Mp145?

I have a 145. It is fatiguing even with bass filter and foams. 

Kiwi Aether $170 usd, people are loving this Artti T10 $75 usd, probably best budget planar MP145 $159 usd, I find it heavy, bulky and the wire doesn't curve over my ear well but I can't complain about the weight, it's built like a tank. People say these were silently revised. I'm not sure what to believe. S12 2024 $199, fixes the sharp treble of the S12 pro but people say S12 pro + EQ is endgame. S12 pro on sale can be had for $80-$120 but is $169 The MP145 is the best one I've used but it's the only planar I've used. It sounds so damn good but I add bass with EQ. It sounds resolving, fast, deep bass, great detail, separation and staging. Just sounds a whole notch better than the zero red. Everything the red lacks the MP145 does well. Comes with 3 different tuning filters, leather pouch, nice cable. It sounds notably different, more transparent, than a dynamic driver like the red. According to how they graph the T10 would have more bass due to having less highs. The S12 looks peaky and I'd avoid it, however, while the MP145 isn't sibilant it's a little bright in the 8khz region. The T10 would be a safer choice and it also has more air on the highest frequencies (18khz, but don't let that be a decision factor - it has more air in the 10khz-15khz range). Below 2khz they're all rougly the same looking. For $75 USD I'm looking at the T10 for myself. https://preview.redd.it/r8zxi4t3hooe1.png?width=1162&format=png&auto=webp&s=1ee5dffbc5b0d1bd756a650e5acfcdfde098d83f

I'm using an MP145 right now. It sounds better in general than the Red. It has better detail, layering, width, separation, bass texture and depth but I wouldn't say it's perfect as it can be too hot in its 5/6khz peak and I still EQ it and pretty much the same EQ to the Red. If you like sub bass or bass in general I wouldn't get an MP145. It's for everything musical but bass. If they'd just add like 10dB of bass to it it'd be perfect to me. The fit on the MP is bulky, it's heavy and the cable doesn't wrap around my ear as well as the red. Compare the nova on [squig.link](http://squig.link) to the red, it's not too different, but it is: [Crinacle's 5128 Graph Tool | Hangout.Audio | Nova TE, ZeroRed S5](https://graph.hangout.audio/iem/5128/?share=Nova_TE,ZeroRed_S5) Edit: look at the HBB deuce too [Crinacle's 5128 Graph Tool | Hangout.Audio | ZeroRed S5, Nova TE, Deuce (Narrow bore)](https://graph.hangout.audio/iem/5128/?share=ZeroRed_S5,Nova_TE,Deuce_(Narrow_bore)) Also the doscinco: [Crinacle's 5128 Graph Tool | Hangout.Audio | ZeroRed S5, Nova TE, Deuce (Narrow bore), Doscinco](https://graph.hangout.audio/iem/5128/?share=ZeroRed_S5,Nova_TE,Deuce_(Narrow_bore),Doscinco)

Planar bass does sound markedly different than dynamic. It sounds deeper and more separated, faster, at the expense of some impactfulness. It takes EQ all the same. The mp145 isn't known for sub bass, people say it's v shaped, but it's not got an overload of bass. I add 6db@31hz. 

I have an MP145. It's great for damn near anything, a little spicy at 8khz, kinda bright overall but not sibilant or too harsh, and I think it needs more bass. I just add 6db at 31hz. They're bulky and heavy but do everything well. If I had to get another I'd get a Kiwi Aether.

Love my MP145, I use the silver nozzles for maximum definition. They still have plenty of bass, still very warm. They're power hungry, I pump them up on my THX 789, sounds just sublime.

My other IEMs are the Hidizs MP145, KZ PRX and ZAR, Rosefinch, Zero Red, Zero 2, and ancient Ety ER4S. I mostly just listen to the Punch, MP145 and ZAR for portable. I love classic rock the most like Grateful Dead, Steely Dan, Beatles, Dylan, Zeppelin, etc. But I listen to everything, love classical and jazz, and EDM and Hip-hop and bassy pop, soul.

Aether sounds nicer and is more technically capable. Takes better to EQ as well. MP145 has a sharp V shaped sound I find fatiguing.

Hey y’all, I got a review copy of the Kiwi Ears Aether in from Linsoul and I wanted to share my thoughts. The Aether has gained a lot of hype since its release, so I was really happy to get the chance to try it out. However I was a bit tempered in my excitement as I absolutely fucking hate single planar driver IEMs. Ok, hate is a strong word, but I hadn’t met a single planer driver IEM yet that competes with any of my other single dynamic or hybrid/tribrid/quadbrid driver configuration sets. The original 7hz Timeless was my first hope but I found the sound thin, V shaped, and fatiguing. The huge 14.5mm driver of the Hidizs MP 145 was another contender, but that harsh V shape destroyed my ears in a way you can’t understand. No nozzle change could tame the planar timbre, that certain “zing” that most single planar driver sets have a lot of trouble shaking. I thought I needed something with a confirmed smooth tuning, so I gave the Letshoure S08 a shot. And sure, it has a lot of low end, but I personally found a lot of boom and not as much texture. Resolution is supposed to be a strength of planar drivers but I found the sound digital and grainy. I tried the Letshoure S12 Pro and its bright tuning had me tearing them out of my ears. Still feeling like I needed to find “my” planar, I demoed a Letshoure S15. The S15 has a more neutral tuning that I thought would be to my liking, but the dreaded hiss of planar timbre and sub-par bass response followed me even to this price range. I liked the S15 at first, but my ears were ringing after 20 minutes of listening, and I found myself giving up on single planar driver IEMs. That is, until the Kiwi Ears Aether came along with its 15.3 mm planar driver, unique design, and pretty faceplate to pique my interest once more. The Kiwi Ears Aether comes with a simple but elegant and functional black cable. Alongside we have hard case and 3 sets of eartips (Bass, Balanced, and Neutral). The simple accessory package is a stable of Kiwi Ears, and I do think that’s an effort to put more attention into the development of the IEMs themselves. The IEMs themselves are fairly large and feel a bit light in the hand. I believe this is partially what leads to the Aether’s ethereal soundstage; the planar driver needs room for its sound to resonate around in the larger space on its way to your ears. This gives us a vast, open soundstage that feels dynamic and lively, not flat like most of the single planar sets I’ve heard to this point. The bass response was the standout improvement over other single planars. Not only was it well resolved, it didn’t have the same unnaturally fast attack and decay that planar sets normally have. It still has a quicker attack and decay than a typical single dynamic set, but not as abrupt and unnatural as many of the planars I’ve tried to this point. Plenty of subbass immersion and midbass kick to satisfy many bassheads. I have a need for natural, lush male vocals, and Aether is the first planar set that’s been able to give that to me. The tuning allows vocals to be forward and present without ever becoming shouty or overbearing. The only con I can give to the sound is the slightly smoothed out treble. While resolution is a strong point for the set, the 6k tuning dip may mask some of a songs microdetails. This is easily mitigated with EQ, but I personally enjoy the smooth sound and don’t feel the need. Finally I have a planar set with a stock tuning that’s well resolved, balanced, and comfortable. Overall I feel like the Aether easily punches above its weight in the world of single planar driver IEMs. It has a smooth, balanced sound that never becomes harsh or fatiguing, even at louder volumes. In fact, the 6k dip allows me to crank the volume a little more. It’s nice to see Kiwi Ears bringing us an innovative product at a relatively modest price when you consider that this is the largest planar driver on the consumer market. I think the hype is real. The size of the driver is doing a lot to kill planar timbre as we know it. For that, I am thankful. And to you as well, thanks for reading.

+1 more for MP145. I couldn't get the S12 (Z12 in my case) to stay sealed. Multiple tips of foam and silicone, it would always move if I stopped pressing them into my ears. They're just too small for my ears. I sold the Z12 and bought the MP145 and love the sound they have, especially when paired with the Divinus Velvet Wide Bore tips.

I owned both and in the end I found the SM4 to be slightly more pleasing and more comfortable. Although it was very close. I would consider the mp143 over the mp145 as its not as bulky version of the mp145. They also come with tuning nozzles so you can adjust the sound based on your preference. SM4 has no nozzles.

I had both the original tuning mp145 and supermix 4. I found both to be pretty similar and provided a nice balanced sound using the bronze tips. In the end I sold the mp 145 as I liked the supermix details and great sub bass as well as comfort as the mp145 is a bit large. You may consider ordering the new version of the mp145 which is mp 143 and releases in a about a weeks time.

Due to the Harmon tuning the mid bass is recessed a bit, but in its place you get great punchy sub-bass from both sets. If you want the most bass or most bass options I have to say MP145 because of the tip and filter selection your given.

For 100usd? If you have access to Aliexpress then the hidizs mp145 are on sale now, they have a very open and wide soundstage, great imaging and although the bass is very present and could be bothersome you could swap the nozzles and eartips to the brighter ones to get more clarity and detail.

if you are a fan of harman there's the nova and supermix 4, on the other hand planars are kings of "technicalities" at a budget sets like the s12 pro and mp145 are very good especially with EQ.

EQ settings are relative to frequency response. It's like asking how much should I add salt to fries without the information if they're already saltes. The question is what kind of a tuning is ideal for metal and as a metalhead at least in my youth I find that a very interesting question. Preferences matter a lot as well and someone who loves the sound of one IEM maybe just hasn't heard something better yet and can't imagine what the improvement might be. The best tuning for metal I've heard so far with maybe fifty IEMs and some EQ on top was Oluv's mainstream preset for the Free Pro 2's. Really fun yet clean bass and you could push the volume really high without any fatigue etc. Gave me chills with a lot of metal music. With IEMs I have to say I haven't found anything excellent yet and actually KZ Libra (balanced) is easily on of the best for that and costs $10. The bass is pronounced, but much cleaner than the measurements seem to imply. The straight rising bass boost might be the reason instead of a bass shelf. Old but gold would be a Tin Hifi T2 Plus as it really pushes vocals pleasantly forward and has that big energetic feel to it. Not detailed etc at all, but really enjoyable. IEMs I love otherwise like Zero Red, Hexa, MP145, Timeless, B2 Dusk, Dusk DSP just don't impress me at all with metal specifically and I would take the Libra over probably all of them for that. You can make an EQ preset for the Chu to match KZ Libra on the AutoEQ website and elsewhere. Give it a try if you want.

Sold both of them within 2 weeks😆 My head fi signature: Headphones: Fiio FT1, PSB M4U, Corsair HS70, Grado SR60X (rebought). IEM’s: Cambridge Audio Melomania 1+, NiceHCK Himalaya, Hidizs MP145, Artti T10, Aoshida E20, Aful 5+2, Tripowin X HBB Kailua, QOA Adonis New, HifiMan RE2000S Pro, Faaeal Iris 2.0, Faaeal Anchestor, Aful Explorer, Hiby digital XOE, TRN Shell(!), 7Hz Five, Kz EDC Pro, QKZ MDR, Kbear Rosefinch, Yincrow X6. DAC/Amplifier: Fiio Q3 MQA, Ifi hip dac 3, BGVP T01s , Olaf dual Bocheng chip dongle, NONAME 4.4mm dongle with Apple C101 chip, Aqua Nexum. Tested but send back: Inawaken Dawn-MS,  Fiio Q11, iBasso DX180, Joyodio Shine, Fiio Q3, Kz X Libra, Fiio JD3, Sony WF-C500, JBL Tune 130NC, Sennheiser HD 650, Simgot EW200, HiFiMan Sundara, Philips Fidelio X3, Philips Fidelio X2HR, Dali IO4, QOA Vesper (DOA), BeyerDynamic DT 900 Pro X, CCA Trio, Beyerdynamic DT 990 32Ohm, HiFiMan Deva Pro wired, Moondrop Kato, Moondrop Blessing 3, Truthear X Crinacle: Red, Tangzu X HBB XuanNV, 7Hz Timeless, Simgot Supermix 4, Tangzu Wan’er SG, Austrian Audio HI-X15, XSL X-One MK4, Sony WH-1000XM5, ThieAudio Hype 2, Owned but sold: SMSL C200, Fiio JM21, Hiby R4, 7Hz Timeless AE, Tripowin X 0DiBi: Vivace, Simgot EW-300, Denon AH-D5200, Artti R1, Aful Performer8, Jabra 75T Active Elite, TRN Conch, Ikko oh300, Fiio FP3, HiFiMan HE400SE Bilateral (China edition), Kefine Delci, iBasso SR2, Koss PortaPro, Ziigaat Nuo, Ziigaat X HBB Arcadia, Ziigaat Doscinco, Ziigaat X Jay Audio Estrella, Ziigaat Odyssey, Ziigaat Cinno, Ziigaat Cincotres, Grado SR60X(rebought), Kiiboom Evoke, Kiwi Ears Quartet, 7Hz Legato, 7Hz Salnotes Zero, 7Hz Sonus, 7Hz Timeless II, Etymotic ER2XR, Fatfreq X HBB Deuce, Blon BL-03 II, Kiwi Ears Crinacle Singolo, Faaeal Poppy, Qkz Cl8, Faaeal Rosemary, Sennheiser ie200, Fiio FH7S, Fiio JD7, Fiio FF3S, Fiio FF5, Fiio FD3, Hidisz MS3, Hidizs Mermaid MS2, Kiwi Ears Cadenza, Qkz X HBB, Meze 99 Neo, Moondrop Chu 2, Grado SR325X, HiFiMan RE800 Silver, HiFiMan RE400i, Kiwi Ears X HBB Punch, 1more Penta P50, Artti T10 Pro, Kz ZEX, Kz ZVX, Kz PR1 balanced edition, Kz X HBB PR2 (first batch), Kz PR3, Kz Castor bass edition, Moondrop Chu, Kz Krila, Kz ZEX Pro, Kz LingLong, Kz DQ6, Kz ZS10 Pro X and Denon AH-C620R (Worst IEM ever, possible AE imitation). Sources: Tidal, Ipad Pro M4 13’, iPhone 16 PM Wishlist: Ziigaat Lush, Ziigaat Arcanis, Fiio M21 (on pre order).

I will share my head-fi signature below (it’s long). I have/had most iem’s that are mentioned. I wanted also to buy the DaVinci but it was recommended not do buy them. For example I like the Ziigaat Arcadia (186,-) more than the Punch (449,-). Prices, and even graphs, don’t tell the whole story. It like someone said, most important question is if you enjoy them. Also Doscinco is very good. Headphones: Fiio FT1, PSB M4U, Corsair HS70, Grado SR60X (rebought). IEM’s: Cambridge Audio Melomania 1+, NiceHCK Himalaya, Hidizs MP145, Artti T10, Aoshida E20, Ziigaat X HBB Arcadia , Tripowin X HBB Kailua, QOA Adonis New, HifiMan RE2000S Pro, Faaeal Iris 2.0, Faaeal Anchestor, Aful Explorer, CCA Trio, CCA Hydro, 7Hz Five, Kz EDC Pro, QKZ MDR, Kbear Rosefinch, Yincrow X6. DAC/Amplifier: Hiby R4, Fiio Q3 MQA, Ifi hip dac 3, BGVP T01s , Olaf dual Bocheng chip dongle, NONAME 4.4mm dongle with Apple C101 chip, Aqua Nexum. Tested but send back: Inawaken Dawn-MS, Fiio Q11, iBasso DX180, Joyodio Shine, Fiio Q3, Kz X Libra, Fiio JD3, Sony WF-C500, JBL Tune 130NC, Sennheiser HD 650, Simgot EW200, HiFiMan Sundara, Philips Fidelio X3, Philips Fidelio X2HR, Dali IO4, QOA Vesper (DOA), BeyerDynamic DT 900 Pro X, Beyerdynamic DT 990 32Ohm, HiFiMan Deva Pro wired, Moondrop Kato, Moondrop Blessing 3, Truthear X Crinacle: Red, Tangzu X HBB XuanNV, 7Hz Timeless, Simgot Supermix 4, Tangzu Wan’er SG, Austrian Audio HI-X15, XSL X-One MK4, Sony WH-1000XM5, ThieAudio Hype 2, Owned but sold: SMSL C200, Fiio JM21, 7Hz Timeless AE, Tripowin X 0DiBi: Vivace, Simgot EW-300, Denon AH-D5200, Artti R1, Aful Performer8, Jabra 75T Active Elite, TRN Conch, Ikko oh300, Fiio FP3, HiFiMan HE400SE Bilateral (China edition), Kefine Delci, iBasso SR2, Koss PortaPro, Ziigaat Nuo, Ziigaat Doscinco, Ziigaat X Jay Audio Estrella, Ziigaat Odyssey, Ziigaat Cinno, Ziigaat Cincotres, Grado SR60X(rebought), Kiiboom Evoke, Kiwi Ears Quartet, 7Hz Legato, 7Hz Salnotes Zero, 7Hz Sonus, 7Hz Timeless II, Etymotic ER2XR, Fatfreq X HBB Deuce, Blon BL-03 II, Kiwi Ears Crinacle Singolo, Faaeal Poppy, Qkz Cl8, Faaeal Rosemary, Sennheiser ie200, Fiio FH7S, Fiio JD7, Fiio FF3S, Fiio FF5, Fiio FD3, Hidisz MS3, Hidizs Mermaid MS2, Kiwi Ears Cadenza, Qkz X HBB, Meze 99 Neo, Moondrop Chu 2, Grado SR325X, HiFiMan RE800 Silver, HiFiMan RE400i, Kiwi Ears X HBB Punch, Kiiboom Evoke, 1more Penta P50, Artti T10 Pro, Kz ZEX, Kz ZVX, Kz PR1 balanced edition, Kz X HBB PR2 (first batch), Kz PR3, Kz Castor bass edition, Moondrop Chu, Kz Krila, Kz ZEX Pro, Kz LingLong, Kz DQ6, Kz ZS10 Pro X and Denon AH-C620R🤮 (Worst IEM ever, possible AE imitation). Sources: Tidal, Ipad Pro M4 13’, iPhone 16 PM, Hiby R4 Wishlist: Ziigaat Lush, Ziigaat Arcanis, Fiio M21.

Not too long ago, I asked here about what my impressions of the Hidizs mp145 would be if I hadn't used any cool headphones before. People in the comments asked for feedback after receiving the IEM. Im not good at comparing...not good at writing. But maybe for someone this would be usefull. Shipping took a bit of time + didn't want to share impressions after the first hour of listening. Now I'm ready. So. I compared them to Samsung earbuds 2 pro, Airpods Pro 2 and some cheap wired headphones from Sony. No "wow" impressions, which is what I was hoping for. !!!But I have never once regretted the purchase!!! I thought that i can tell something regarding "soundstage" and other IEM stuff, but once i sat and started writing i understood that im typing some sort of bs. In few words..Its better in every aspect that any IEM iv ever tried. But not insanely different so no "wow". What I realized during this time. There were tracks that sounded perfect. I liked everything. But when I switched to another artist, I was missing something. I was still happy with it, but it felt like it could be better for me. For example, Eminem was such an artist in the album "Music to be murdered by". I lacked some kind of "transparency" in the sound. I'm not an expert in terminology. The sound seemed too dense and the artist's voice was lost in the background of the music. Something like that. Classical music sounds insane. Same goes for Hans Zimmer. I started to explore the equalizer. As soon as I thought I could find the settings so that I liked the sound of track A, on track B my settings became superfluous and often redundant. (more likely that's just me being stupid) I also played around with rearranging nozzles and ear tips. In the end, I realized one thing. I don't need equalizer. I just started using the silver nozzle and balanced ear tips. I guess I've always had enough bass. That's why I never even tried the "bass" nozzle and ear cushions. On the contrary, I tried to raise the highs and lower the lows. At the end of my customization war and nozzle changing games, I came across a video [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7Z1PqYpnR2M](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7Z1PqYpnR2M) and was pleased that I ended up choosing a sound like these guys. (There were rumors that the hidizs mp145 released in the early months and the current ones are different. Apparently they are, but the differences are minor(I hope so...can't check it myself) and it's just that the sound you get with the silver nozzle now is the same sound you were getting with the rose-gold nozzle before. I'm fine with that). It's really cool that you can change the sound by rearranging the nozzles and tips. It was a revelation to me that the ear tips can change the sound so much. I knew that bass required good isolation of the headphones in the ear canal and that's it. After that I felt it was purely a matter of comfort. NO. I'm tempted to get myself a SpinFit w1 or something else, but I'm afraid of getting into "tip rolling" and I don't need that =) Maybe in the future... Regarding size. I have absolutely no discomfort whatsoever. The headphones are not oversized for me. I was worried that the weight would cause them to fall out of my ears, but no. I can shake my head and nothing happens. The only point...IEM shells are aluminum and large. In the winter, I guess, it would be uncomfortable. Regarding the cable. I can't say anything. No experience. SO OVERALL: Im really happy with these IEMs. It took some time to choose what i want in terms of sound (nozzle, tip rolling) and now im just enjoying them every day. Do not regret at all for choosing and buying them.

Once i saw link i already knew what im gonna see there. Also thought that it sounds kinda dull and tbh i cant say if it sounds same or not. I think that these types of examples are bad af from the beginning. Your listening to something that has its own sound signature with iem/headsets/dynamics that also has own sound "colouring". When your IEM has high treble and sound was recorded from high treble iem your getting X^ treble. What i can say for sure is that I'm happy with mp145. And i can easily recommend them to you. The thing is...some shit like "clarity" comes with EQ tuning and you can easily add more high tones with different tips and nozzles. An example given in a video is with a gold-rose nozzle and balanced tips. If you need more clarity you can put a silver nozzle. Not enough? Try treble tips. Need bass? Put a red nozzle...and so on. I'm using silver nozzle with balanced tips. (Tips matter A LOT!) You should def try these iems. Dont be worried about the sound in the video. You can change it a bit for your taste.

I would not blind recommend the MP145 to someone as a first iem, those nozzles are massive.

its very midbassy

ea1000, mp145, s15, sl41. my fav is mp145 but they got shady so cant recommend. after that ea1000. i still prefer to daily drive ksc75's and tanchjim one dsp

Personally? Materials and multiple drivers. I love a good machined shell like the MP145

I personally would recommend you check out the Hidizs MP145 or the Kiwi Ears Aether. The MP145 does have a large shell, so if you have smaller ears you may have a fitment problem. The Aether is normally $170, but you may be able to find them on sale.

Blon BL-03 Blon Z300 Shozy P20 Hidizs MP145

I find it replays my library very well I including Massive Attack, Post Malone and Big Boi and reproduces the Bass very accurately. I would agree that planar don't have the punch that dynamic drivers do, but that has more to do with the physics of planers.

I've owned the MP145 and currently own the T10. MP145 has three nozzles that allow you to make the iem sound however you want the iem to sound. The T10 is really difficult to beat for the price, I'd argue the MP145 is better because of the nozzle choices. The T10 is in my rotation, and I own the Hype 4 which costs seven times as much as the T10.

-1 for mp145. I have mp145, letshuoer s12 and Supermix4, and I would rate them: S12>Supermix4>mp145. S12 is foam modded to tame treble.

So I have owned the s12, currently own MP145 & MP143, S12 is super duper bright and might be confused for being overly technical but I found it can be overly fatiguing and the bass response does not even compare. Meanwhile mP145, you can get it much bassier on the red nozzle but the quality of the bass is not quite as weighty and objectively can't compete as the Tri uses a Dynamic driver for the bass despite measuring bass light and the treble on 145 can come across metallic and tinny whereas it's super smooth on the Tri i3 MK3, MP143 on the other hand is the closest in terms of cohesiveness with solid bass response, not as fatiguing upper treble as 145 and quite solid, and the nozzle options are solid too. I would say the Tri i3 takes the cake with treble and overall tonality, amazing accessories and tips but the mp143 does offer 3 different sound profiles with the nozzle system despite having worse accessories.

Moondrop Variations for me. Sounded lifeless, wierd, grainny and compressed. I had very high expectations before hearing them, both my friend and I found them to be absolutely horrible. Used multiple tips and that didn't change a thing. I also didn't like 64 Audio Volur when I heard em, sounded peaky and brittle. Thieaudio Monarch MK3, CA Trifecta, Hidizs MP145, Letshuoer S15 and Truthear Nova on the other hand were amazing. To each his own, It's all about the music library, tastes and ear anatomy.

I'm a decades long audiophile, and my final home stereo/surround system includes an Audio Research all tube amp, Audible Illusions preamp, and Mirage M3 chin high speakers. A high end Lexicon surround processor feeds the side and rear speakers through separate amps. Back in the mid-90's I purchased the Sennheiser HD580 and Beyerdynamic 990, but these were considered just 'accessories' those days. I enjoyed them with the portable devices available at the time, but my main stereo system got the spotlight. In 2020, during covid, I became more interested in headphones. I was struck by the huge community of hobbyists and all of the DACS, amps, and headphones available. So I entered the headphone world and became an enthusiast. Over 4 years and many DAC/amp/headphone combinations I settled on a recent mid-level Topping DAC, an excellent XDuoo hybrid amp, 5 Beyerdynamic headphones (including the DT 1990) as my favorites. And then I added the Arya Organic. At that point I figured the bang to buck ratio precluded the need for any further improvements. You know what happened next-- I kept seeing articles, comments, and videos about IEMs and had to see what all the fuss was about. I bought the KZ Terminator and had problems getting a good seal. I had to work with the over-ear cords to get them right. Had to purchase different tips-- and then it all started working right. I soon got the s12 pro, Simgot EW200, 300, and EA1000. I've now added the Ziigaat x Fresh Arete and Hidizis mp 145 and Aful Explorer to my favorites. So is it all hype? No, IEMs can really sound great. It's more of an intimate, in the head experience than headphones, and the sound is immersive. Are they 'better' than headphones? No. They're different, but not necessarily better. My DT 1990's and Arya Organic's still reign supreme, overall. And my home stereo system is still the best in terms of a more realistic, big-scale sound. The difference between a large speaker home setup, and headphones, and IEMs is all about the scale of the sound. IEMs just can't match the scale of the Organics, and the Organics aren't replicating music in the scale of a speaker system. But the IEM experience is very addictive. I think that part of the attraction, after the immersive quality, is the simple novelty of it all. I'm putting these tiny things into my ears and I'm getting this relatively huge experience And they're so comparatively cheap. Back in my home stereo days a component could cost 2-3K or more. The Organics cost $1300. My EA1000's cost $225, and I think of these as equal to my DT 1990's, although at a smaller scale.

My newest edition, i love them. Great stage and sparkly highs, love the resolution and texture in the low end, vocals sound crispy and have a certain air to them especially female vocals that sounds great. Paired mine with a 4 Core Tiandirehe cable from Ali.

Fair enough, i was going to get the SM4s but i went with the MP145s swayed by peoples reviews and comparisons, if they didnt fit in my ears i was going to return them and get the SM4s but they fit me fine arguably the most sound isolating IEMs i have tried probably due to there size and tips i used just worked great.

The mp145 without a doubt but they are very big and tip sensitive so if u pick them chose a place with a good return policy just in case.

Had the Aether for a day, put 5 hours or so on them. I also have the MP145. As wonderful as the MP's are, the Aether bring a wonderfully tuned, well balanced listen to the table. I've not found a song they can't handle, they really are wonderful. Side grade, up grade, whatever you want to call it, they are worth the cash in my view. I also run Binary Dynaquattro, Ziigaat Cincotres, KE4, and the Aether sit nicely besides all of these.

I have both, but I'm not good with jargon, so I'll keep it simple. The Aether, to my ears, are a wonderfully tuned, well balanced, smooth listen. Not found a song that challenges them. They really are a fine listen at medium - high listening levels. No sibilance whatsoever. Analytical without sucking the fun out of what I'm hearing. The MP145 are also a great set, but don't give me the same satisfaction. I really do rate them, and if I'd never heard the Aether they'd be in my ears more often. If it was a one and done, Aether gets my vote.

Funalytical, nailed it! With your kind permission I'm going to be dropping that into conversations! I've got the MP145 too, which i still rate as a decent set, but they're getting no time since the Aether arrived, I almost feel sorry for them!

Subjectively the Kiwi Ears Aether. Wonderfully balanced, really well tuned, analytical and fun. MP145 was my go to, but it's pretty much gathering dust since the Aether landed.

MP145 are really good, I EQ then to my preferences and they can even be turned into a bass head set. I think I won't hear any difference with the 10 times more expensive gear, or it'll be tiny and not worth the money. However I recently bought a Kiwi Ears Cadenza for my wife 'cause she needs something small and comfortable. They still didn't fit her, but I was amazed by their sound. With heavy EQ they are almost on par with MP145s. There is a small difference but almost negligible considering their price. I decided to not return them, so I use them now even more tbh. They are miles ahead in comfort comparing to MP145s, so I use them on work for meetings and music, and I barely notice them even after hours of continuous wear.

Unfortunately no, the ones I have were old school. Shure 215 (longest owning, more than 10yrs old) Aonic 4, still have it, I use it for bed listening, several KZ IEMs (gave to my kids) Hidiz MP145, Shanling ME600 (this is my goto for most general listening, slightly warm, good bass, good resolution, simply enjoyable listening to anything. Tangzu Xuanwu Gate, Thieauduio Monarch MK3 and the Aful Cantor that is on the way.

I do agree on not buying IEMs that I find "ugly". Tried the Letshuoer S08 before and the hidizs mp145 but man they were ugly. Also the mp145 was so huge. While it does fit me, I think I look goofy wearing those chonkers. Also the reason I have a lot of aful iems. They're pretty lol especially the magicone. I also prefer resin IEMs more than metal iems.

I have a pair of Mays and listen to metalcore/hardcore. I don't like the Mays at all... Knocked Loose goes hard on both my Hidizs MP145s and Thieaudio Hype 4s. I don't know about the sound signature but the Mays sound really muddy to me compared to my other 2 sets. # #

Planar IEMs are nowhere near the level of over-the-ear planars, in my experience. If you want great sound - stick to hybrids and tribrids. If you are just curious about planars - the MP145 is probably the best of the bunch, but are quite large. Letshuoer s08 are amongst my favorites, but they are warm-tuned and intimate. The Kiwi Aether were a muddy disappointment to me. If you just want something "different" to get into - I highly recommend jumping into the all-BA iems rabbit hole.

dude just got mine — wowowowow a next tier up from my mp145, Super Mix 4, Airoso, it's special. I guess that makes sense but excited to see the competition

I also tried to like mine. I kept and tried to like the red's for 28 days before returning them. I really really tried, but it was always bland, and bassy/smothered. Then, I went for the MP145 (warm, punchy bass, fun, detailed, ss-s-ss-soundstage). The stark contrast between the two... wow (except for the size).

I forgot to mention the MP145, but it might be too shouty, or sibilant for treble sensitive ppl, but it does come with 3 nozzles though, so you can tame the mids and highs with the rose gold or red nozzle. The MP145s might work very well for your preference.

oh a very good question, am also interested, because i have supermix 4 , and have just ordered mp145.

I am searching the whole internet to find the exact same thing... Too much hype but not  any comparison with MP145 .

Yes and that is a reason , I am afraid when it comes to chifi items . Don't get me wrong here . I purchased MP145 from Hidizs and it is one of the best IEMs I have ever owned personally in my life but I already know the hype when it comes to chi fi and I know a lot of reviewers out there who also own YouTube channels that are making a living out of marketing these items and some of them are just hyper to the max without delivering the quality they promised.

I searched for WEEKS deciding between s12 pro or the mp145. I was scared because everyone complained about the size of the mp145 and silent revision stuff people talk about. There is a review out there that says you can throw a spinfit W1 on them with the silver nozzles and they sound like the original tuning. No EQ necessary. So I took the plunge on the mp145. They literally changed my life. They sounded so good that I kept killing my phone battery so I ordered a DAP yesterday and it should be here Tuesday (dx180).. Get the MP145 and just be done with it. You won’t regret it. I recommend spinfit W1 ear tips with them and use the silver nozzle. At least to my ears.

Did you ever try the rose gold nozzle with the W1’s on the mp145? I was concerned they were muting the highs a little too much. But then when I try to use the silver I feel that the lows fall off too much. I am struggling to find balance

The best marriage of being more than the sum of their parts is a really warm and full sound signature, with acoustic music. So I'll go with something like the QKZ x HBB and folk, or even the Hidiz MP145 as an upgrade option. That said, I could get sick of too much folk, so I'll go 7hz Timeless and synth pop. The Timeless is so resolving and fast that it makes electronic sounds a joy.

I currently have MP145, SM4, Truthear Blue, TRN Tiger, and a few more planars. It powers them all without a problem. I am also using these to give the cable some extra protection. https://preview.redd.it/zmkb3ye8kqoe1.png?width=800&format=png&auto=webp&s=1a9274a065472b007d86e595a5276163571042fc

Couldn't chose a single one but these are my favorites in this price range: -Fiio x Crinacle FHE Eclipse : imho extremely underrated product, such a shame it got discontinued, extremely fun, amazing sub-bass focused bass that still doesn't affect the mids that much, the highs can be somewhat fatiguing but they balance the bass quantity amazingly, with the right song they're amazing - Hidizs MP145: the comfort is quite meh, extremely large shell with a somewhat short and recessed nozzle, but they're extremely versatile with their tuning nozzles and their technical aspects are simply amazing - Moondrop aria / Letshouer Galileo : I'm going to group them together as somewhat jack of all trades neutral with a touch of bass boost, really amazing iems Haven't tried many of the new wave iems of this price category since I've moved up in the price bracket, but they're still extremely good products

Mp145 is very good for the price but it is not bass heavy at all.