![]() ![]() They are less comfortable than my comfort benchmarks the Open Audio Witch Pro, but they are more comfortable than the slightly larger Kiwi Ears Quartet. The vented design allows some air to flow in and out of the earphone, which reduces the pressure build-up and enhances the soundstage. The earphone also provides decent isolation from external noise, although not as much as fully non-vented IEMs. The earphone fits snugly in the ear canal and does not cause any fatigue or discomfort even after long listening sessions. The Shanling SONO is comfortable to wear, thanks to its ergonomic shape and lightweight body. The nozzles themselves seem to be constructed out of the same zinc alloy but are done so with a less glossy finish. The removable nozzles screw on easily and remain in place with good tolerances. In my testing, I found that the shells are durable and quite resilient to micro-scratches. Surprisingly, the SONO is not a fingerprint magnet, or at least not to the same degree as the Blessing 3. What is more impressive here is the fact that this finish is used on the entire shell and not just the faceplate. The Zinc alloy is polished, giving it a mirror-like finish similar to the faceplate of the Moondrop Blessing 3. Both left and right shells have a slightly indented faceplate that each has the Shanling logo on it. The shells do not have any sharp edges or corners since the metal is nicely contoured and shaped to have an unobstructed silhouette. But at $79, this kind of finish seems like a feat of engineering. To put this in perspective, this level of build quality at $200 would have been a pleasant surprise. I don’t wish to understate how exceptional the build quality is. It is a full zinc alloy construction that gives it a premium feel that resembles jewelry and high-end accessories. The first thing you’ll notice about the SONO is the fact that it looks nothing like a typical sub-$100 IEM. ![]() Out of the box, it comes with 2 pairs of nozzles that are easily identifiable with the black or red stem that wraps around their base. The third driver is a custom Shanling BA driver responsible for the IEMs treble frequencies.Ī standout at this price point is the full zinc alloy shell construction, giving it a dense, premium feel both in hand and during actual listening.Īnother standout, regardless of price point, is the SONO’s use of easily replaceable tuning nozzles. The Shanling SONO makes use of a hybrid configuration featuring 2 dynamic drivers in a coaxial configuration, with a 9.2mm Bio-diaphragm driver for the bass frequencies, and a 6.8mm LCD driver for the mid-range frequencies. ![]() Upon first inspection, it looks like something out of a Cartier boutique, but let’s see if all that glitters is coming up as audible gold. This time, they’re going in the completely other direction by releasing a hybrid triple-driver IEM for under $100. Most audiophiles may be more familiar with the Chinese brand Shanling for their Digital Audio Players and DAC/AMP units such as the M1s and M0 Pro, but they have also released their fair share of pricier IEMs such as the MG800 and the MG600. ![]()
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