Kiwi Ears Orchestra Lite - A Refined Blessing 2!? - Honest Audiophile Impressions

[@lgkaks]

Got my Orchestra Lite because of this recommendation and boy I'm loving it! Thank you so much, Dave! Enjoy the holidays!

[@TheHonestAudiophile]

Glad you enjoy the Orchestra Lite. You're welcome for the recommendation.

[@barbarawyllie4240]

Thanks for suggesting the Tri Clarion ear tips. I was about to return my Orchestra Lites having tried every tip in my possession but these worked a dream.

[@TheHonestAudiophile]

Awesomeness 😎 Glad they worked out for you. You're welcome for the recommendation.

[@SuperEnforcer88]

As always, a great review!

[@TheHonestAudiophile]

I appreciate that ❤

[@erogaki]

How would you compare these to the quintets? I love my quintets though I'm struggling with the treble (I do understand that these are tuned completely different). Thanks for the video!

[@TheHonestAudiophile]

Orchestra Lite is more neutral and accurate tone and timbre, the Quintet is more bassy, warm and fun sounding. Orchestra Lite is more analytical neutral leaning.

[@erogaki]

@@TheHonestAudiophile Thanks for that write up! I ended up fixing the treble issues by putting on a set of the xelastics which arrived earlier today and could not be happier with them. I'm now incredibly interested in trying the Lites out due to how you described them, but going to hold back due to how much I've spent recently haha. Cheers!

[@TheHonestAudiophile]

Awesome 👍 Glad you found a tip that works for you. You're welcome for the write up.

[@quantumcreator8888]

Dave great 👍 episode.. I am really enjoying my Dunu SA6 🎧 sounds similar to blessing 2 😁

[@TheHonestAudiophile]

Glad you enjoy the DUNU SA6.

[@Wingedmagician]

Can’t wait to get this one. Reminds me of the Yume OG for some reason.

[@TheHonestAudiophile]

Look forward to hearing your impressions of the Orchestra Lite.

[@TheHonestAudiophile]

Check out the review of the Kiwi Ears Orchestra Lite from inToitReviews, subscribe to his channel and tell him I sent you ♥ kzbin.info/www/bejne/d5SpXox6nL2Vgdk

[@intoitreviews]

Big thanks for spreading the word! Love your take as well!

[@TheHonestAudiophile]

My pleasure, you're welcome.

[@sopot44]

awesome review and thanks for your efforts on testing this product for us. Do you do reviews on IEMS for gaming? If so what is your take on using these for gaming as far as detail and sound imaging/separation?

[@TheHonestAudiophile]

I am not much of a gamer these days. I occasionally will hop on the PS4 and play some racing or sports but I don't play any rpg or fps games. From the limited times i used the Orchestra LIte for my gaming it was a solid option. But please keep in mind, it was for just a couple of minutes here and there.

[@__vha]

Fresh Reviews has reviewed this set for gaming.

[@lordlopes2424]

The orchestra lite is a fine piece Hope you can review the new blessing 3 when it comes

[@TheHonestAudiophile]

I hope so too.

[@lordlopes2424]

@@TheHonestAudiophile Yeah The Blessing 3 and the Fiio FP5 are the most hyped for me this year.

[@TheHonestAudiophile]

Fiio FP5, I will have to look into that.

[@lordlopes2424]

@@TheHonestAudiophile Yeah,they posted about it Looks like it will come later this year as Fiio's first planar with the FHE5 which is their first tribrid iem

[@TheHonestAudiophile]

@@lordlopes2424 Awesome 👍😎

[@JohnScheppler]

Great review

[@TheHonestAudiophile]

Thank you

[@deadline7610]

Nicely Done.

[@TheHonestAudiophile]

Thank you

[@kevinmccarthy3753]

Hi Dave,sorry to hear you are not feeling well. Feel better soon! I have been a long time viewer of your channel. I bought my Kato’s because of your high recommendation and have thoroughly enjoyed them. I would love to get my hands on the SA6 but not in the budget. Do you feel that these would be a big enough upgrade to make it a worthwhile purchase? And if so in what ways do they out perform the Kato? Looking forward to your opinion!

[@TheHonestAudiophile]

Sorry haven't heard the DUNU SA6. Kato is a little more full sounding, slightly better tone and timbre but overall but doesn't have as much detail retrieval and resolution. Both are excellent and compliment each other well.

[@kevinmccarthy3753]

@@TheHonestAudiophile Thanks Dave. I may pick up a pair. Hoping to hold off and check out the Blessing 3 first. Looking forward to your review of them.

[@TheHonestAudiophile]

Hope to get a Blessing 3 in for review.

[@PinePizza]

I really wonder if I made the right decision with the Aful Performer 5. The Orchestra Lite was on my list too but I decided for the former.

[@TheHonestAudiophile]

How you liking the P5?

[@PinePizza]

@@TheHonestAudiophile it's pretty nice, bass is amazing but timbre leaves much to be desired, but that might be my 6XX on tubes bias. The P5 is pretty detailed imo. A touch more natural sound and warmth and a bit of stage would be great, but I've no idea if I can expect these things from IEMs in general.

[@TheHonestAudiophile]

Thanks for the impressions

[@sh.khashimov]

You are the best!

[@TheHonestAudiophile]

Thanks 🙏

[@nightringer9815]

Interesting review on Orchestra Lite. I found your description is very close to TRN VX Pro. I currently use VX Pro as my daily driver, which has 4 BA on high, 4 BA on mid and 1 DD on low. Then I use TRN T3 Pro Pure Silver 16 core cable and Shure e2c black eartips (sorry, extinct product). The result is close to your description with less smoothening on top end. Also, Orchestra Lite and VX Pro are both ventless IEM.

[@TheHonestAudiophile]

Interesting. I haven't heard the TRN VX Pro. Thank you for the thoughts and comparison.

[@nightringer9815]

Hope that helps

[@JM-rp3jh]

Great review. I hope you get a set of the upcoming Dunu S6 MK2 from Hifigo as soon as they’re available. Very interested in seeing them compared to the Xenns Top.

[@TheHonestAudiophile]

Would love a chance to hear and review the DUNU S6 mk2. Thank you for the suggestion.

[@SmoothProductions]

Hi Dave! Is investing into a Hiby FC4 the next step after getting a Tin T3+ or should I go for the Tin P1 Max (around same price as P1 max, no dac/amp yet) then Hiby FC4 next? Great video as usual! Really enjoy the subjective opinions, helped me find my own :) thank you so much!

[@TheHonestAudiophile]

P1 Max needs some power to drive it.

[@SmoothProductions]

@@TheHonestAudiophile Got this! what are some upgrade paths for someone who only has a T3+ (assuming we enjoy similar preferences)? :) thanks Dave!

[@TheHonestAudiophile]

Moondrop Kato and Tin Hifi P1 Max are good upgrades. The P1 Max being planar is harder to drive.

[@SmoothProductions]

@@TheHonestAudiophile Good stuff! actually my top 2 choices as well! if you could only pick one which would you prefer (assuming need to buy hibyfc4)

[@TheHonestAudiophile]

Very hard decision. If I had the correct gear to power them, I'd choose the P1 Max. But the Kato is no slouch.

[@Viewer13128]

is Kiwi Ears Orchestra Lite better than the TINHIFI T3 Plus in your opinion? Any IEM you would recommend over these two?

[@TheHonestAudiophile]

Kiwi Ears Orchestra Lite is a BIG upgrade in comparison to the Tin Hifi T3 Plus.

[@akulinamackenzie4492]

💕👍. yobola t8 kicked me out off my rocking chair..... for 30 bucks 👏👏👏 better than the iPods #2

[@konradbenz7110]

seems, the honest doesnt know them...he didnt even give you a ❤ for your very interesting hint ,,,, so I give em to you ❤❤❤❤❤

[@s1nonnn589]

Vs wu heyday which one has better soundstage width & depth, and also better imaging?

[@TheHonestAudiophile]

Orchestra Lite has better stage width, depth, layering and more precise in imaging. Not that the Heyday is a slouch but the Orchestra Lite is better in my opinion.

[@Obi1551]

Hi Dave hope you're doing well, how does the orchestra lite compare to p1 max? they both seem to have a very similar tuning. I have the p1 max right now and was wondering if this would be a decent upgrade considering I only paid 90$ for the p1 max

[@TheHonestAudiophile]

Orchestra Lite has slightly thinner note weight, not as much bass impact, little less warm, slight more airy, everything else is pretty even.

[@shameermohamed4345]

Hi Dave , you are the reason for buying moondrop Kato...is this kiwi orchestra lite worthy upgrade?! Hows the Bass compared to Kato...in Kato review u prefer Kato more than B2 ...now in this review u saying kiwi orchestra lite is better than B2...this iem hobby is seriously is addictive...also am using fiio btr5 , shanling ua2 is these enough for kiwi orchestra lite? Help pls :)

[@TheHonestAudiophile]

Kato is a little more full sounding overall but doesn't have as much detail retrieval and resolution. Both are excellent and compliment each other well. The BTR5 and UA2 should be enough to power the Orchestra Lite but i haven't used either of them.

[@shameermohamed4345]

​@@TheHonestAudiophile wow that's awesome to hear.. So it seems like I'll keep both for longtime And thanks a lot for the speedy reply., it mean a lot, jus because of your reply.. Am going to order this iem... Wish you reach 1 lakh subscribers soon :)

[@TheHonestAudiophile]

My pleasure, you're welcome. Look forward to hearing your impressions.

[@shameermohamed4345]

​@@TheHonestAudiophile ordered:) for longtime am eyeing Blessing2 ..more positive reviews like end game iem but you and Dan didn't gave that much positive response for B2..but now kiwi orchestra lite tempted me because of your review that kiwi is better than B2 and the PRICE:) it's 20k inr...B2 is almost 28k am very excited to receive Only con I feel is the look ., It's like Women jewellery earings:) Once again thanks Mr. Honest..keep up

[@TheHonestAudiophile]

Did you get green or blue?

[@nelnior7137]

good imaging? Would you recommend this for gaming for footsteps etc ?

[@TheHonestAudiophile]

Orchestra Lite has good imaging for gaming. But do keep in mind I don't play FPS games much anymore, I mostly play racing Sims and sports.

[@nelnior7137]

@@TheHonestAudiophile is orchestra lite better than KAto? waana know your thoughts .thanks man

[@TheHonestAudiophile]

Kato is a different presentation with it's more natural tone and timbre, fuller note weight and slight more bass impact. The Orchestra Lite has a smidge more detail retrieval and resolution and is slightly better at imaging capabilities. So yes, in some ways the Orchestra Lite is better than Kato.

[@letsmobiles3396]

Will you gonna review Softears Studio4?

[@TheHonestAudiophile]

I haven't been able to obtain one as of yet, but If one is provided or the funds become available I will give it a listen and review.

[@zionrobotikz3841]

Hi Dave! I was hoping you can help. I'm looking to buy a pair of closed back headphones for movies, would you be able to recommend?

[@TheHonestAudiophile]

What's the budget?

[@zionrobotikz3841]

my reply is not popping up, under 300

[@TheHonestAudiophile]

Rode NTH-100 Austrian Audio HI-X60

[@zionrobotikz3841]

@@TheHonestAudiophile thank you! Will definitely check them out🙏

[@TheHonestAudiophile]

My pleasure, you're welcome.

[@samyg123]

I heard this is a ventless design, did you have any issues with pressure build up?

[@TheHonestAudiophile]

I had no issues with pressure build. From what I understand, all BA IEM are ventless.

[@samyg123]

@@TheHonestAudiophile there are some all BAs that have vents (DUNU SA6 and U12T). I had the Moondrop S8 for a while, which is ventless, but couldn’t get used to the sensation of wanting to pop my ears

[@ahappysquiid]

How would you say this set compares to the Aful Performer 5? Those are the two main IEMs I'm currently looking at and considering. Thank you!

[@TheHonestAudiophile]

P5 has a little more BA timbre, a little more bass impact, a little more treble energy. Orchestre Lite has a slight more detail retrieval, resolution and more natural tone and timbre.

[@ahappysquiid]

@@TheHonestAudiophile okay, thank you!

[@TheHonestAudiophile]

My pleasure, you're welcome

[@ahappysquiid]

@@TheHonestAudiophile oh yeah, is the instrument seperation a significant step down from the performer 5? A different reviewer wrote that because the presentation of the orchestra is softer, it becomes harder to focus on an individual instrument.

[@TheHonestAudiophile]

I didn't find that to be the case, they're pretty even in that area

[@matusjurcik6974]

Is it true what people talk about the orchestras imaging? Is it really that holographic? How does it compare to the p1max in the technical area? 😊

[@TheHonestAudiophile]

Orchestra Lite has good imaging capabilities that gives a well defined, bodied image to the notes, not sure If call it holographic. P1 Max is better with tone and timbre, resolution is similar and the Orchestra Lite has a slight bit more detail retrieval.

[@viktor1845]

Hello! What you can recommend like monitoring style iem 100-300$? I already have hexa, oh10, ie600, want something more to the plain, neutral signature. Like imr7 sony

[@TheHonestAudiophile]

JQ 4U Pro

[@nicholasm9280]

Hello i heard rhe xenn top would be a good upgrade to these, well an upgrade in fun factor that is not too extreme. Would you think a person that likes these would like the xenn top? The OL i really like but want a little more bass and treble. So more "fun" but not muddy or piercing. Also open to suggestions of a "orchestra but more fun" the orchestra can he slightly dull in some music like electronic and rap.

[@TheHonestAudiophile]

The Top is for a sure in an upgrade to the Orchestra Lite. Another option is the ThieAudio Oracle mkii

[@nicholasm9280]

​@@TheHonestAudiophilethank you so much for your quick reply, I enjoy your content so I became a member

[@TheHonestAudiophile]

@nicholasm9280 Glad you enjoy the channel content. Thanks for the support, much appreciated.

[@unforsaken552]

Good day! I hope your doing well with your covid situation. I would like to ask if this is better than the Mangird Xenns Top? How does it compare? Thank you and hope you get well soon. God bless you

[@TheHonestAudiophile]

Top is an upgrade to the Lite. Top has more fullness to the sound, more bass impact, more treble extension, more detail retrieval and resolution. Thanks for the well wishes, much appreciated. The recovery is slow. The ear infection is still impacting my ability to review.

[@viderethevaccinatorfromhol7536]

Not for me. It doesn't add anything to my collection. Come people, start supporting our honest audiophile. 👍

[@TheHonestAudiophile]

Thank you for the support, much appreciated.

[@viderethevaccinatorfromhol7536]

It's simple. In fact you save me money Dave. I rarely regret my purchases because I do a lot of research. I am happy to pay a small contribution so that you can help me with that. You are a money saver 🤷 (I am curious about the new Fiio over ear FT 3. The specs look promising). Interesting model.

[@TheHonestAudiophile]

Hmm I will look into them and see if one is available for review. Glad you find the channel content helpful.

[@jhtongamer3151]

whats better for gaming the xenns mangrid tops or the Kiwi Ears Orchestra Lite fps games

[@TheHonestAudiophile]

I don't play very many FPS games at all, I am more of a sim racer and sports player on a very limited basis. The Top is more immersive and engaging with loud explosions and rumbles. The Orchestra Lite is not going to have as much of that but will be more about directional cues.

[@CptMark]

Orchestra Lite vs SeeAudio Bravery? Which do you prefer and why?

[@TheHonestAudiophile]

Bravery is a little better resolving and detailed. The Bravery has more bass impact. For fun listen I'd go with the Bravery and for analytical listen I'd go with the Orchestra Lite.

[@CptMark]

@@TheHonestAudiophile Thanks for your opinion. DBS, you rock! :-)

[@TheHonestAudiophile]

@CptMark my pleasure, you're welcome. Thanks 🙏

[@miguelcortez9742]

what iem can you recommend for fps/competitive gaming? been looking at xenn tops, softears studio 4 & kiwi orchestra lite.

[@TheHonestAudiophile]

I don't play FPS or competitive games. I play sports and racing games very sporadically. I've not heard the Softears Studio 4. The Xenns Mangird Top is a good IEM for my limited gaming experience. I also didn't mind the Orchestra Lite for gaming. I'd pick the Top for myself.

[@miguelcortez9742]

@@TheHonestAudiophile nws! would i need a dac/amp to get the most of out of them? if so what are your recommendations?

[@TheHonestAudiophile]

I always recommend a DAC and amplifier. Do you play mobile, on a console or PC? Will you also listen to music? What is your budget?

[@AleDJacobo]

Do you have the Orchestra OG version?

[@TheHonestAudiophile]

Never got opportunity to hear the og Orchestra.

[@davidslaughterdolls4400]

how does this iem compare with heyday? will you recommend me this or heyday? my source is xduoo x2s

[@TheHonestAudiophile]

I've not heard xDuoo X2. The Heyday and Orchestra Lite are completely different presentations. The Heyday is warmer, has way more bass impact, has similar detail retrieval but isn't as resolving, smaller stage width but better depth, slightly less imaging abilities. Heyday is fun leaning and Orchestra Lite is analytical leaning. I prefer the Orchestra Lite.

[@davidslaughterdolls4400]

@@TheHonestAudiophile Thankyou very much, i think i'll take orchestra. thx for your feedback.

[@TheHonestAudiophile]

@davidslaughterdolls4400 my pleasure, you're welcome

[@lith8128]

what is a triclrerian tip?

[@TheHonestAudiophile]

Link in the description to TRI Clarion tips

[@dhonzlimlingan0118]

Really blessing 2? Oh my god

[@ari-athbadminton0301]

Those are 1/3 more expensive than B2 second hand deals right now so it is hard to justify the purchase at their price considering the options out there. Penon Fan 2 (179usd) being one example, you got also SIMGOT EM6L (at 120usd) and I'm missing many. kzbin.info/www/bejne/raLNqZ2tr8SWabs

[@TheHonestAudiophile]

Penon Fan 2 and Simgot EM6L, thanks for the suggestions.

[@GadZookz]

Great review, Thanks!👍🏻 is it possible you are a basehead in denial? 🙂

[@TheHonestAudiophile]

I am not a basshead. I seek an accurate reproduction of bass with impact, texture, tone and timbre. There is a difference :)

[@GadZookz]

@@TheHonestAudiophile I take you at your word as always.

[@pixel8edexpression]

Thanks for the review (and all your IEM reviews, new to the world and am learning a lot). How would these compare vs the Kato? They are both on my short list for that price point (and the EA500LMs cheaper*).

[@TheHonestAudiophile]

Kato is a little more full sounding, slightly better tone and timbre but overall doesn't have as much detail retrieval and resolution. Both are excellent and compliment each other well. Thanks for the kind words, much appreciated. Glad you enjoy the channel content.

[@Bring_On_The_Bass]

the cheaper kiwi ears quartet sounds better than the orchestra lite lol

[@TheHonestAudiophile]

Haven't heard the Quartert but one is on the way. Guess we'll see and hear. Thanks for your thoughts.

[@Bring_On_The_Bass]

@@TheHonestAudiophile at least in the low end but better is subjective i know

[@TheHonestAudiophile]

A little more bass would be welcome with the Orchestra Lite for sure

[@ibiondo]

I have both and enjoy both, depending on the mood and genre. The bass coming from a DD is more refined and with more presence, but overall tonality of the OL is better, imo of course. Both great products.

[@yerfriendd]

do they make fake orchestra lite? because I don’t feel like they’re that great. they sound so flat.

[@miltonwilliams2399]

Natural but they need more details

[@adilsonobelard9690]

Paid review

[@TheHonestAudiophile]

Do you have any proof I was paid for the review? I have DEFINITIVE proof that I WAS NOT paid for the review. Just because you disagree with my honest opinion of my experience of the Kiwi Ears Orchestra Lite with my gear, my music, through my ears doesn't prove that it is paid review. All thoughts stated on the Orchestra Lite and any other products mentioned are my own. I was not paid and have never been paid for a review. KZbin has very strict rules about paid content and if broken they will take action. Thanks for watching, commenting and subscribing.

[@anatolyryumin]

@adilsonobelard9690 Ive listened to this headset and I actually agree with every word that Dave says in this review 🤷🏻‍♂️ I’m not quite sure why you say it

[@vorsakend666]

How do these compare to the Tangzu Heydays?

[@TheHonestAudiophile]

Heyday has way more bass impact, more elevated mids, more aggression in it's presentation overall and isn't as detailed and resolving. The Heyday is more fun sounding and the Orchestra Lite is more analytical.

[@vorsakend666]

@@TheHonestAudiophile thanks for the reply. I'm considering getting the Kiwi Ears but i'm not sure if they are truly a upgrade over the Heydays i've been using. The Blessing 2 are a pipedream for me, as they are way to expensive, but i want to get a ''endgame'' IEM, and i thought the Kiwi Ears woud fit the bill. Would you consider the Kiwi Ears Endgame material, or maybe I just just stick to the Heydays and be done with it :)

[@TheHonestAudiophile]

I have never considered the Blessing 2 as "endgame" for myself. But as I stated in the video, I would take the Kiwi Ears Orchestra Lite over the Blessing 2. For a lot of folks, the Kiwi Ears would be more than enough for them. Only you will know if it is your "endgame".