Might buy this as my next iem but hoping that they’ll release Aria II too since they released some 2nd gen moondrop products too like the solis and starfields alongside with chu
The graph was normalized to 1khz so it looks like the Wan'er is more recessed, but because there is less bass and treble on Wan'er as well as the ear gain being located at 2k, the mids are much better to my ears on the Wan'er timbre wise. Hope I helped!
The intro's background music 0:01-0:30 threw me off a little bit. I thought my IEM or DAC was grounded or something. Nonetheless, a fantastic review of the new Moondrop Chu 2 👍
🤣 I actually had the same experience while editing the video, but I thought it was a pretty cool effect and used the song anyways. Thanks for watching and thanks for the feedback!!
@@obodioreviews Cool! Also there's a new set from CCA called "Duo" which is a 2DD set. Ianfann has measured it and it's identical to Blessing 3 and Hexa tuning. Might be another great set in the same price range.
weird as hell that u critizise the cable while almost every other reviewer (that i agree with) praises it, some even buying chu2s just to use the cable with their way most expensive iems.
While I only have the chu 2 and tangzu, I can pretty confidently say that the chu 2 beats the tangzu for these reasons 1. better build quality. The chu 2 uses metal while the tangzu uses plasic. The metal that the chu 2 uses is not heavy at all, the weight is just right to were it won't fallout of your ears but also not be too distracting. 2. the ear tips. They are just higher quality. Also they don't have the issue were the iem feels like it's gonna fallout of your ear like the tangzu. 3. the cable. The tangzu wanger uses a recessed 2 Pins which limits the amount of cables that will work with the tangzu. Also because of how lightweight the tangzu is, the cable pops out of the iem when you try to take the iem out of your ears which is very annoying. However the chu 2 has a non recessed 2 pin connector, and thus, does not suffer from these problems. side note the braiding on the tangzu is decent but most cheap after-market braided cable are way better than the tangzu's brading. however this is only the case for the older white and black models, the green model of the tangzu has an updated cable which is supposed to fix these issues but I do not have that model so I would not know. 4. Sound. The Chu 2 has a lot of bass, mids are little eh, and top end is real sparkly, thus causing the chu 2 to sound clear and kinda warm. The tangzu takes this sound profiles and just cracks it up to 11, it's like a more extreme version of the chu 2 and honestly I was pretty surprised by the sound quality it maintained while being so wild, though guitars, drums and high vocals did sound a bit harsh. 5. you can replace the nozzle. 6. you get a decent carrying case. the only advantage that the tangzu has is the microphone which does sound pretty good and is way better then most wireless mics out there. but you can just buy the chu 2 and replace the cable with one that has a mic while only paying about 3 more dollars than the tangzu. I also found this amazon review which might help you www.amazon.com/gp/customer-reviews/R1ETXTC4YU4HMC?ref=pf_vv_at_pdctrvw_srp.
I love those tangzu eartips, my melee sounds best and amazing on these eartips. But please, i hope they stop making clear eartips because it becomes yellowish overtime. I'm saying this because my springtips (& spinfits & some eartips) have gone yelowish. itatagalog ko sana pero para maintindihan international.
Okay lang bro! The tips they use are OEMs and they don't actually make them. They have included non-clear tips with the original Shimin-Li and the Heyday that might fit your bill, but I do agree that yellowing can be problematic in the long run.
I had the CRA and its treble was sibilant for my ears. So, should I go for the Chu 2 or the Hola. My usage will be for content comsumption and music for long hours.
I'm trying to buy my first IEM and I can't choose between Wan'er and Chu 2 lol.. I watch movies and play single player games, I mostly listen to Pop / Rock / R&B / Country, so which one would you recommend for me? I like good bass but I'll also need to use these for the long period of time per use
In my opinion the Chu 2 is better for movies and single player games because you'll be more immersed thanks to its tuning, but you might find the Wan'er better for long listening periods. Both are great sets anyways, and I don't think you'll regret getting either of the two :)
IEC711 graphs are inaccurate from 6khz above which means there will be inconsistencies based on the rig and the unit. Due to this, I used my ears instead to compare the treble extension of the two IEMs :)
@@fuj1moto If you mean tips that don't have a clear material, then I'd go for something like the AET07, Final E or Sony EP EX11. I have to say as a word of warning, you might find some troubles fitting the AET07 or Final E
Sir, I've 7hz salnotes zero but tell me which is better option between these four 1.7Hz Salnotes Zero 2.Truthear Hola 3.Tangzu Wan'er 4.Moondrop CHU 2(two) NOTE : Also let me know , if there are some better options than above mentioned IEMs under 25$
I'd say they're all good and it depends on your preference. I'd personally still go with the Tangzu Wan'er, but the Chu 2 is a more fun sounding set. Zero is the neutral choice and the Hola is best for more relaxed listening
Thank you brother. I have 7hz zero. Confused to buy this Or not.. I'm not a bass head, I want string instruments more good.. So maybe jiu dsp is better for me but fear of cables if it damaged then gone...... So i stick with zero & wait for their dsp..
I'd say the Chu 2 is a step up for both Quarks 3.5mm and Quarks DSP, but they're both differently tuned. Against Wan'er, the Wan'er has a more natural timbre and better balance, but the Chu 2 is more fun and has better bass and treble extension. And for under $25, my personal favorite is the Simgot EW100P, but both the Wan'er and the Chu 2 are a close second and are very compelling choices against the EW100P. Hope that helped :)
Which one would you recommend between the Zero, Chu II, and Tangzu Wan'er? I prefer good technicality, wide soundstage and good separation of different instruments, all with in the realm of IEMs of course.
just getting my chu 2, tbh I would prefer my old KZ ZSN over this for its power & sound detail. Idk why but my Chu 2 with 18ohm impedance feels weaker than my KZ ZSN with 25ohm impedance (listening directly from PC with 100% volume).
The ZSN is definitely more energetic and spicy compared to the Chu 2. I also noticed that the Chu 2, despite being 18ohms, wants a lot of volume to really sing.
@@LuciferArc1 well ofc change the cable could be workaround for the issue. However to be fair, I test the chu & old zsn using stock (cheap) cable only so that I won't be biased by any upgraded replacement cable. Unfortunately chu & zsn have different cable connector type, so I could not compare them by using the exact same cable (tho I think the result will be the same?)
@@raimond110 not sure but my stock cable was fine. Ran them off of my phone with zero issues but it did lose audio whenever I'd twist it a certain way. Only reason I replaced it tbh. Stock tips gave a very kato esque sound. About 80% close to the kato. Spring tips made them sound more v shaped. I'd assume cause of the width since the opening is much wider. It added more bass and treble. Fun but I preferred stock sound so I'll be looking to get a more comfy narrow bore tip set for them as they sound very balanced and lush like the kato that way.
@@raimond110 the cable I swapped to was the one that came with my hola by truthear. Cause color coordination. I think the stock cable is just hit or miss tbh. Seems like a qc issue but.....for 20 bucks I can't really complain cause even just switching to a cheap upgrade cable is a world of difference in terms of stable sound quality
@@heisenberg2649 considering that theres alot of other audio communities other than those ytbers. actually browse groups and communities outside of yt, reddit, or headfi. SPECIALLY countries withing southeast-asia since they got it ALOT faster.
Definitely varying opinions with the Chu 2 on its bass. Some of my friends hated how bassy the Chu 2 was while some just found it sufficient. Thanks for sharing your experience!
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Finally, a review with everything I wanted to see and the comparisons are complete.
Thank you! I wanted to compare more sets actually but it'd make the video very long hehe
@@obodioreviews, have you reviewed any Neumann headphones?
mustve been bad synergies then
Great review with a nice comparison that everyone needs!
Thank you! I appreciate that :)
Might buy this as my next iem but hoping that they’ll release Aria II too since they released some 2nd gen moondrop products too like the solis and starfields alongside with chu
Hoping to see the rerelease of other Moondrop products too! But if the Chu 2 is anything to go by, the future is bright for their releases
nice informations for this product.
but i feel like there is no bass itself, is my ears wrong or is the product is defect or what
If you have other in-ears and they have bass, there's a big chance there's a product defect.
Comparing to the Salnote 7hz zero "2" wich one would be better in sound?
Yes
7:17 but in graphs mids are siding with chu2. Just a small difference around 1.5k
The graph was normalized to 1khz so it looks like the Wan'er is more recessed, but because there is less bass and treble on Wan'er as well as the ear gain being located at 2k, the mids are much better to my ears on the Wan'er timbre wise. Hope I helped!
The intro's background music 0:01-0:30 threw me off a little bit. I thought my IEM or DAC was grounded or something. Nonetheless, a fantastic review of the new Moondrop Chu 2 👍
🤣 I actually had the same experience while editing the video, but I thought it was a pretty cool effect and used the song anyways. Thanks for watching and thanks for the feedback!!
Great review! New $20 banger right here. Have you tried the KZ Krila by any chance? That one has a BA and its $16. Will you review it?
Yes, actually! It's a pretty competent set and I will be reviewing it (and comparing to the Chu 2) soon :)
@@obodioreviews Cool! Also there's a new set from CCA called "Duo" which is a 2DD set. Ianfann has measured it and it's identical to Blessing 3 and Hexa tuning. Might be another great set in the same price range.
@@roundabout9452 I've been seeing this too and it has definitely caught my attention, so I'm definitely considering getting one too. Thanks!
weird as hell that u critizise the cable while almost every other reviewer (that i agree with) praises it, some even buying chu2s just to use the cable with their way most expensive iems.
Hey man, does the chu 2 have a built-in mic? thanks
Unfortunately no. You have to get an aftermarket cable with a mic
So the chu 2 (try say this in louder voice 3x times) is like a Truthear Hola ?
Not quite hehehe
@@obodioreviews so the Chu 2 is better ?
Would u say it is the best in 20$ mark? Or would u prefer the tangzu,hola or 7hz? Really keen to picking this one up but i am so confused!
I wouldn't say best out right, but it's certainly one of the better choices you can get.
While I only have the chu 2 and tangzu, I can pretty confidently say that the chu 2 beats the tangzu for these reasons
1. better build quality. The chu 2 uses metal while the tangzu uses plasic. The metal that the chu 2 uses is not heavy at all, the weight is just right to were it won't fallout of your ears but also not be too distracting.
2. the ear tips. They are just higher quality. Also they don't have the issue were the iem feels like it's gonna fallout of your ear like the tangzu.
3. the cable. The tangzu wanger uses a recessed 2 Pins which limits the amount of cables that will work with the tangzu. Also because of how lightweight the tangzu is, the cable pops out of the iem when you try to take the iem out of your ears which is very annoying. However the chu 2 has a non recessed 2 pin connector, and thus, does not suffer from these problems. side note the braiding on the tangzu is decent but most cheap after-market braided cable are way better than the tangzu's brading. however this is only the case for the older white and black models, the green model of the tangzu has an updated cable which is supposed to fix these issues but I do not have that model so I would not know.
4. Sound. The Chu 2 has a lot of bass, mids are little eh, and top end is real sparkly, thus causing the chu 2 to sound clear and kinda warm. The tangzu takes this sound profiles and just cracks it up to 11, it's like a more extreme version of the chu 2 and honestly I was pretty surprised by the sound quality it maintained while being so wild, though guitars, drums and high vocals did sound a bit harsh.
5. you can replace the nozzle.
6. you get a decent carrying case.
the only advantage that the tangzu has is the microphone which does sound pretty good and is way better then most wireless mics out there. but you can just buy the chu 2 and replace the cable with one that has a mic while only paying about 3 more dollars than the tangzu. I also found this amazon review which might help you www.amazon.com/gp/customer-reviews/R1ETXTC4YU4HMC?ref=pf_vv_at_pdctrvw_srp.
when is it out? where can I buy? Link has no purchase option on page.
Thank you!
I love those tangzu eartips, my melee sounds best and amazing on these eartips.
But please, i hope they stop making clear eartips because it becomes yellowish overtime.
I'm saying this because my springtips (& spinfits & some eartips) have gone yelowish.
itatagalog ko sana pero para maintindihan international.
Okay lang bro! The tips they use are OEMs and they don't actually make them. They have included non-clear tips with the original Shimin-Li and the Heyday that might fit your bill, but I do agree that yellowing can be problematic in the long run.
It looks very small and should be suitable for girls.
You earned my sub so fast ,,what a good review man💯
Thank you so much bro! I'm glad you enjoyed :)
This is a great review! Very in depth.
Can you make a review of moondrop jiu
I'll definitely find a way!
I had the CRA and its treble was sibilant for my ears. So, should I go for the Chu 2 or the Hola. My usage will be for content comsumption and music for long hours.
Hola definitely. Chu 2 is considerably more energetic than the Hola and the later is better for long music and content consumption
@@obodioreviewsGot it. Thanks for the reply
Best reviewer fr
No u
I'm trying to buy my first IEM and I can't choose between Wan'er and Chu 2 lol.. I watch movies and play single player games, I mostly listen to Pop / Rock / R&B / Country, so which one would you recommend for me? I like good bass but I'll also need to use these for the long period of time per use
i vote for Chu2
all I can say is fit and build quality goes to choo choo
In my opinion the Chu 2 is better for movies and single player games because you'll be more immersed thanks to its tuning, but you might find the Wan'er better for long listening periods. Both are great sets anyways, and I don't think you'll regret getting either of the two :)
@@obodioreviewsBro Chu 2 or 7hz? Music,Movies,FPS Gaming(Pubg M). These three things are equally important to me. Which would be the better pick?
@@abyzz4419Blon bl03
Damn. I had the original chu but i bought the 7hz zero cuz i couldnt take the chus cable. Few weeks later the chu 2 releases. Aaaaahhhh
sucks XD
Almost had that problem lol. Glad I always do a deep research before buying. I almost buy the 7hz 1 week before the chu 2 was teased.
Great review, thank you for sharing.
8:01 Chu doesnt have better extension in the treble compare to the ew100p (from the graph) bass? yes. nice review...
IEC711 graphs are inaccurate from 6khz above which means there will be inconsistencies based on the rig and the unit. Due to this, I used my ears instead to compare the treble extension of the two IEMs :)
@@obodioreviews then it would be nice to mention it already in the video ✌
@@matusjurcik6974 Sure! I'll remember to mention that on my next video. Thanks for the feedback :)
Which tips did you use on these?
For the review, the stock tips. But I personally preferred using Tangzu's Sancai and TRN T tips as they both made the midrange fuller.
@@obodioreviews what is you recommended not clear eartips? for making the midrange fuller.
@@fuj1moto If you mean tips that don't have a clear material, then I'd go for something like the AET07, Final E or Sony EP EX11. I have to say as a word of warning, you might find some troubles fitting the AET07 or Final E
Sir, I've 7hz salnotes zero but tell me which is better option between these four
1.7Hz Salnotes Zero
2.Truthear Hola
3.Tangzu Wan'er
4.Moondrop CHU 2(two)
NOTE : Also let me know , if there are some better options than above mentioned IEMs under 25$
I'd say they're all good and it depends on your preference. I'd personally still go with the Tangzu Wan'er, but the Chu 2 is a more fun sounding set. Zero is the neutral choice and the Hola is best for more relaxed listening
I don't understand English, which one do you indicate moondrop chu or moondrop chu ii?
They are different. The Chu ii is more fun sounding, the Chu is more clear sounding :)
What eartips are you using?
I have seen them somewhere but I don't remember which brand this is.
Tangzu Sancai :)
What do I choose?
This or Blon X Hbb z300?
Chu2 if you want something more balanced and fun sounding, go with the Z300 if you want something more lush and relaxed
blon BL-03 vs Chu 2 which is better?
Chu 2 is better for me :)
what about its mic? is it good for taking calls and using as in game mic?
I does not feature a mic unfortunately
Does chu ii have mic?
And im looking for best iem for gaming and watching movies under $20 which one should i go for?
I asked a seller, the original cable doesn't have a mic.
hola
Thank you brother. I have 7hz zero. Confused to buy this Or not.. I'm not a bass head, I want string instruments more good.. So maybe jiu dsp is better for me but fear of cables if it damaged then gone...... So i stick with zero & wait for their dsp..
If you're more on instrumentals and string instruments, I still think OG Chu or Jiu is better for your tastes :)
Yes.. Thinking about truth ear project red... It is divine in harmonious musicality
Man you need to upgrade your mic
Yeah I really do 🤣
how is this thing compared to the quark. im tempted to choose the chu 2 and the wan'er. also which iem do u recommend under 25$ budget
I'd say the Chu 2 is a step up for both Quarks 3.5mm and Quarks DSP, but they're both differently tuned.
Against Wan'er, the Wan'er has a more natural timbre and better balance, but the Chu 2 is more fun and has better bass and treble extension.
And for under $25, my personal favorite is the Simgot EW100P, but both the Wan'er and the Chu 2 are a close second and are very compelling choices against the EW100P. Hope that helped :)
@@obodioreviews i see thanks
hello sir, could you recommended the best budget cable for this chu 2?
I suggest going for Xinihs or JCally cables :) Can't go wrong with them
@@obodioreviews thank you for your reply sir. duly noted and have a great day.👍
@@zamSEG Have a great day to you too!!
how do they compare to lan
Lan is more neutral sounding compared to the Chu 2
Perfectly explained thanks
Hola vs chu 2? Which one best?
I'd say they're both different and can go toe to toe with each other :) I prefer the Chu 2, though
@@obodioreviews and how's chu 2 in comparison to cca cra ?
This or the Waner
Depends whether you want something more fun or something more balanced :)
nice video bro
Thank you bro!
Please buy a microphone
Garbage tier stock cable
Which one would you recommend between the Zero, Chu II, and Tangzu Wan'er? I prefer good technicality, wide soundstage and good separation of different instruments, all with in the realm of IEMs of course.
A little hard to find all that in $20 IEMs, but I'd say the closest one to having the "best" technicalities is the 7hz Zero imo.
Im glad they brought these new ones the cable was horible and i dont use them i would use the new ones as the cable is way better
just getting my chu 2, tbh I would prefer my old KZ ZSN over this for its power & sound detail. Idk why but my Chu 2 with 18ohm impedance feels weaker than my KZ ZSN with 25ohm impedance (listening directly from PC with 100% volume).
The ZSN is definitely more energetic and spicy compared to the Chu 2. I also noticed that the Chu 2, despite being 18ohms, wants a lot of volume to really sing.
Change the cable. Chu 2 is like a budget kato imo
@@LuciferArc1 well ofc change the cable could be workaround for the issue. However to be fair, I test the chu & old zsn using stock (cheap) cable only so that I won't be biased by any upgraded replacement cable. Unfortunately chu & zsn have different cable connector type, so I could not compare them by using the exact same cable (tho I think the result will be the same?)
@@raimond110 not sure but my stock cable was fine. Ran them off of my phone with zero issues but it did lose audio whenever I'd twist it a certain way. Only reason I replaced it tbh. Stock tips gave a very kato esque sound. About 80% close to the kato. Spring tips made them sound more v shaped. I'd assume cause of the width since the opening is much wider. It added more bass and treble. Fun but I preferred stock sound so I'll be looking to get a more comfy narrow bore tip set for them as they sound very balanced and lush like the kato that way.
@@raimond110 the cable I swapped to was the one that came with my hola by truthear. Cause color coordination. I think the stock cable is just hit or miss tbh. Seems like a qc issue but.....for 20 bucks I can't really complain cause even just switching to a cheap upgrade cable is a world of difference in terms of stable sound quality
🌺 "promo sm"
Do these have microphones?
You can take the cable out and get one with a microphone
what do u think has the biggest sound stage, between the chu 2, 7hz zero, waner, hola and ew100p?
I'd say the EW100P :)
Great review. By the way what are the ear tips are you using with your chu?
Tangzu Sancai :)
This or 7hz salnotes zero?
If you want something more fun, Chu 2. If you want something more vocal/treble centric, Zero
If i had to choose which would you recommend the og chu or chu 2? because i am in a limbo between them
I'd go for the Chu 2 simply because of that detachable cable :)
overhyped IMO, definitely a top contender at the $20 royale that has been happening for awhile but not a game changer like the original chus.
Pls learn how to use the word "overhyped" LOL. Crinacle, giz and other big iem reviewers have not fully reviewed it yet.
@@heisenberg2649 considering that theres alot of other audio communities other than those ytbers. actually browse groups and communities outside of yt, reddit, or headfi.
SPECIALLY countries withing southeast-asia since they got it ALOT faster.
It has no mic right? (Didn't se the video yet)
No unfortunately.
zex pro or chu II?
I'd go with Chu 2 any day :)
@@obodioreviews last question, chu 2 or wan'er sg? (salamat po sa response 😄)
@@fuj1moto If you want a more fun sounding set, I'd go for Chu 2. If you want something more balanced and smooth, go for Wan'er. (walang anuman hehe)
@@fuj1moto If you want something more fun sounding, Chu 2. If you want something more balanced sounding, go for Wan'er :)
Bass weak but that is ok not for me my friends love it though
Definitely varying opinions with the Chu 2 on its bass. Some of my friends hated how bassy the Chu 2 was while some just found it sufficient. Thanks for sharing your experience!
I just got the original chus like 3 months ago… i knew i shouldve just waited 🥲
That's alright! Just enjoy your Chu's. They aren't bad anyways :)