NEW Moondrop x Crinacle DUSK Review - Is this THE one?

[@badseedtech]

Man you KILLED this review. Phenomenal.

[@know_how_games]

unlike a very bad "review" put out recently *cough sharur cough*

[@Medsas]

awesome, are you reviewing it too badseed tech? 😅

[@GadgetryTech]

Dude thanks so much

[@RuffHater]

What was wrong with testing the tuning​@@know_how_games

[@tritrinh6855]

@@know_how_gameshe doesn't even have a pair XD

[@exactom6320]

I’m waiting on my set I watched to see if I made a good purchase. Seems like I won’t be disappointed thanks for the review!

[@GadgetryTech]

I say with strong confidence you won't regret it. My main concern was comfort, and it was excellent there. So now I get to enjoy the comfort and the sound!

[@AlexLee-je5jg]

Damn, you aren't watching for verification but for validation.

[@RealMephres]

​@@AlexLee-je5jgAs long as he can send the IEMs back at any point, it should be fine. It is better to first check if something is good before getting it, though.

[@zxgoh5391]

feel good moment dopamine release @@AlexLee-je5jg

[@dragonlord4801]

Almost 60k wow Joe, you are killing it on here! I was watching when you had like 20 or 25 so it is nice to see you are growing very fast and hopefully by the end of this year you will hit 100k. Keep up the hard and excellent work with these sweet tech videos!

[@GadgetryTech]

Hey man thanks so much for the long term support!! I appreciate you!

[@alexanderromanov7581]

Dusk vs hype 4, what do you think?@@GadgetryTech

[@chris_compean]

I've never owned a pair of IEMs but I've watched a bunch of Crinacle vids. Yesterday I impulsed bought these, I'm happy to find your review on these! I feel a lot better about my lack of restraint lol

[@djdante]

I've recently come from decent quality headphones (focal clear, Hifiman Arya) to IEMs and now I rarely find myself reaching for my headphones - for what it's worth, I've really enjoyed the change.

[@anseljames5531]

​@djdante I have a lot of good open overears, but I use a lot of iems for both the sounds and convenience of not hearing my enormous family. But to be honest I see why you like them.

[@jfox8888]

just to add, IEM is only half of the battle, get a good portable DAC be it netural or what not will provide the full coverage. However since these pair of IEM has their own dac for the Type C, HOWEVER, if you're using an Apple product, it might not work

[@anseljames5531]

@jfox8888 that is why I hate the concept of dsp it would be all great if you could dsp a regular 3.5 jack, but phones don't have that anymore despite it still being the standard metric for audio.

[@jfox8888]

@@anseljames5531 bah it’s fine, since there’s great way to optimize or minimize waste

[@TugboatTony]

Thank you for the review. Already preordered these but wanted to hear someone give a good honest review.

[@ImAWSMDanny]

Great video. FOMO hitting hard right now. I wonder how the DaVinci will compare.

[@zerotactix5739]

Awesome Dannyyyy

[@aronheidarsson]

Great review man, you sold me on these. Even came back to watch your video again, my favorite of the ones I've seen so far.

[@aronheidarsson]

Now I'm just debating on if I should get a portable dac to pair with it on the go

[@Simon_Hawkshaw]

Thanks for sharing your perspectives and this review of these new IEMs. Really helpful and a great guide for purchase choice. A better choice than the Blessing 3? Much appreciated. Stay well, Sir.

[@sredom]

Very solid, well thought out and smoothly delivered review. Examples with songs in different sound area are really pure value added.

[@RobertMartino98]

love seeing ur channel getting bigger & bigger. Great review

[@thats80s]

I am pretty much done with all the IEMs and DAC topics, but i still watched and enjoyed this review. The price is pretty high and i think the rise of cheap-hifi from china really makes selling expensive IEMs really hard. When the difference in sound is a couple peaks in the treble region, while the price is 50 vs 400 dollars, i think either the customer or the manufacturer need a sanity check.

[@thats80s]

​@residentzero I also have the EW200 and think i will return them too. I like my over ear and hear no benefit in the smaller format.

[@jacobfield4848]

I have never heard a IEM better tuned than my £200 7HZ Timneless.

[@273.45amg]

Thank God the nozzle is smaller. Great review!

[@lililililililili8667]

My ear hole is already dilated from the reds

[@djdante]

I'm so glad I already have one ordered from day 1 - Can't wait until they arrive

[@PantsaBear]

Just ordered one from your affiliate page. Thanks for the great audio insight from gaming to high end headphones :)

[@kona328WH]

Superb review. I just got my set the other day and Totally agree with the amazing sound

[@GadgetryTech]

@@kona328WH thanks! I still use them now

[@John.Christopher]

Comparision with Blessing 3?

[@hkmrsrg1367]

Thank you for the review. I will have to save to buy this but this review confirms to me that this is one to buy.

[@synexx2767]

Since your Corsair Virtuoso Pro Review, which saved that Headset for me performance wise due to your really nice EQ-Work, I really trust your opinion. And this review was excellent as well and made me feel much more comfortable with my purchase decision. Thank you!

[@glsracer]

I guess my Letshuoer Galileos pass the Big Hammer part 2 test. It's an interesting track. I usually test IEMs and speakers with Keiko Matsui - Valley. That song is extremely good for testing, especially after the 2:15 second mark.

[@GadgetryTech]

Thanks so much for sharing! I’ll try it out

[@pbasparta]

14:10 i literally did the 😮 face lmao Killing it as always joe was looking forward to this review

[@username_576]

This review gives me confidence that this is going to be a good set i cant wait for it to arrive

[@jeffreylowy3180]

Appreciate the objective and thorough review.

[@jeffreylowy3180]

Can I use the DSP cable with my DAP in USB DAC mode? My phone has a lightning port and my DAP has 3.5 and 4.4mm outs.

[@hartyewh1]

It's been some time I've subbed to a new audio reviewer. Good stuff.

[@jasonemanuel9070]

Wow you've missed out,Joe is awesome & so honest says it how it is.I was lucky found him as soon as he started.You can always go back with his vids.So really you have not really missed out.

[@glsracer]

This new Dusk seems like a great IEM, I'm going to have to get my hands on a set soon.

[@BrominatedVegetableOil]

Just pre-ordered these in part from this review. Very well done! Also, listening to that Big Hammer track right now with my Maestro Mini's based on the recommendation. Holy cow, I see what you mean on using it as a litmus test for bass response. My ear drums are rumblin'.

[@GadgetryTech]

Lol nice! That song hits DEEP

[@trubadyr99]

Factual, very convincing. Thumb up. Subscribed.

[@jason96]

Thanks for the early review!

[@Avezylla]

How would these compare to the variations?

[@jello2tube]

Ty for reviewing this. Price is too much for me but totally makes sense with performance in thousands.

[@regardtvandermerwe2675]

Very good, honest review.

[@TheSecondof5]

Thank you for the great review. Very helpful.

[@kaavik47]

Great review - convinced me to pull the trigger. I've had no problem with the Moondrop app on previous DSP purchases. I think this will trigger a lot of copycats, but I'm betting Crin engineered enough quality to stay ahead of that for a good while.

[@NotAyFox]

That bump at 15+ kHz looks worrisome, but my hearing drops off sharply after 15k, so I hope it won't bother me that much. Then again, I do regularly EQ any IEM I use daily, so I can try lowering upper treble if it starts feeling fatiguing. Otherwise, from your excellent review, it seems like a winner. I was a bit worried since I ordered it blind, only on Crin's word. :D

[@esperla123]

Great review !

[@Jakebth]

Ugh I want these! Thanks Joe

[@protality6833]

Amazing review as always Joe! Now I'm torn between the THIEAUDIO Hype 4 and this Dusk set..what a great problem to have lol.

[@apothecy4011]

Dusk beats the Variations and the Monarch Mk2. Hype 4 gets slapped hard.

[@ahsaft]

would love to see some comparisons to other iems

[@URSet2Fail]

I think I wish the EQ profiles were just available to cycle through on the DSP cable itself (like a button to toggle through them) instead of an app… seems cool though, never got to try Blessing 2 Dusk, so I’m definitely interested in this. PS: great review! ❤

[@GadgetryTech]

I was hoping for that too! Perhaps a future cable

[@alexanderromanov7581]

WOuld this be an upgrade from truth hear nova or a side grade? and is the 200$ price difference worth the difference in sound @@GadgetryTech

[@TheBrokenEclipse]

Awesome review! As an iPhone user I fully agree on the app, they really should find a way to make the EQ profiles work on iPhones as well...

[@paulgal]

Get yourself a qudelix 5k DAC/amp with Bluetooth compatibility and as much EQ as you want

[@indefinitingdefinition]

Great review, thank you

[@ying27]

I plan to use the Dusk without DSP. Your review is the most solid review up to date, however I am not sure if your thoughts were using DSP or pure analog 🤔

[@Xel_Naga]

Been using the Zero:Blues for awhile but thinking hard if I want/need to upgrade to these after watching Crin's announcement

[@sasquatchcrew]

im new to the IEM stuff I might switch, what was Crins announcement

[@Xel_Naga]

@@sasquatchcrew it was the announcement of the DUSKs which I did end up with. Been pretty amazing but expensive, plenty of budget friendly options around.

[@nathangothan601]

I have no interest in IEMs, I have no need for new audio gear and am 100% happy with my Hd560S but I just enjoy watching your videos lol

[@GadgetryTech]

lol I appreciate you

[@JoelHernandez-tz3vk]

I have interest in IEM. But I struggle to have any reason to want one when I already have the Truthear Hola.

[@chrispapa6700]

Great review as always. In your opinion for music do you prefer the Moondrop or the Arete? I own the arete does it worth it? i really value your opinion if you have the time to answer. Thank you in advance.

[@jacobfield4848]

Could I buy the "Linsoul THIEAUDIO Hype 4" and also buy the "DSP cable". Then EQ the DSP cable to the "Crinacle Dusk setting" and listen to that on the Hype 4? Technically I would have 2 IEM's for the price of 1.

[@PoFryRice]

Love this video especially after watching so many assumption reviews. I bought the Moondrop Variations a few weeks prior and I noticed you didn't do a review on it on your channel so just wanted to ask in case you do have it but just didn't make a video for it. If you do, how do you compare the two in terms of overall sound and for gaming?

[@pedrosk445]

how can i "flash my custom eq to the cable"? 8:46 . for example, if i want to lower the 14k freq even more, how can i do it so that every time i connect my iems to a different device, my custom eq stays the same. because, on windows, i have the "peters eq apo" and i can easily lower my upper treble. however, i dont have a software like thet on my phone... so how to lower upper treble even more? please any help is appreciated. thank you great review. got my like 👍

[@FrikZz0r]

Fo real, what a great review. Sticking with truthear reds for now because I'm not digging the aesthetics of these :( Wish they came in blessing 3 look

[@Hijynx87]

I’ve got a pair coming eventually…….but good news! I got my hype 4 today!!! I’ll have to have a 3 way duel with Doscinco, hype 4 and cklvx d41….and sliivo sl41 whenever that comes.

[@JoshuaStone]

Great review, new to the channel and your content and delivery are great. I sub’d immediately after watching. Keep it up! 🎉

[@Drewsterman777]

Dude, you knock every review out of the park. I love the detail you put into your reviews. How is the imaging and soundstage on these? I know IEMs aren't known for soundstage, but the Kiwi Ears Orchestra Lite has a really nice soundstage. Any idea on how that compares?

[@Jakems28]

I just got the moondrop variations, I'm curious how it compares. The only EQ I've done is a slight boost to the lower mids to make guitars sound fuller. Otherwise the Dusk sounds like exactly how I feel about the Variations, except the boosted upper treble.

[@jamesj5469]

Honestly the blessing 2s (non dusk) that I have are so good but I might give these a look. The blessings 2 only problem is the lack of bass. The mids are perfect and the highs are great.

[@Zmyszen]

How those compare against Variations?

[@laLakshya]

Comparable in technical performance, much better tuning

[@h1a8]

Dusk 2 vs Hype 4?

[@DJ97ism]

Hello! I binge watched many of your videos! If you’ll allow me this question (even though it’s off-topic), between the Pulse Elite and the HD560S, which one would you say is better strictly for imaging and detail retrieval in FPS? Thanks a lot for what you do! I’m always looking forward to your videos!

[@drizzlydr4ke]

HD 560S smokes the Pulse Elite at ease

[@DJ97ism]

@@drizzlydr4ke would you say that’s a true statement, @GadgetryTech?

[@chanmunphang8361]

Sold most of my iems after acquiring my er2se, thought it’s gonna be endgame for me for basic commuting use, but the new dusk is so tempting, worth the upgrade?

[@bb2628]

Looks cool!

[@Veldrid]

How does this stack up to the Hype 4? I have that one on order already but it is 60 days out I am told.

[@sparda2098]

Another great review. I was wondering your opinion about these compared to the Audeze Maxwell (I know headsets and IEMs are different) , happens that I own a pair, but I can't wear them for long due to a neck injury. So these might be a good alternative to use in between but I wanted to hear your thoughts. Ty!

[@nagettt]

Did you prefer playing games with the DSP cable or the analogue one?

[@GadgetryTech]

For FPS I used analog because the small bump in 2k helps with certain games like CoD. For everything else I like the DSP cable more, but it’s not really noticeable on gaming

[@qoede6173]

Hey, I got the pair as well and I'm super excited for it! You said that you would replace the cable because of its quality, do you have any recommendations? I'd like to switch them out as well.

[@mdtaranto]

Waiting on mine to get shipped out. Amazon says they aren't shipping until the end of April through May 10th... boooo! Thanks for the review!

[@graelstream2353]

What are your thoughts on the moondrop pro dac? I'm really enjoying the crinacle red that you recommended sir and now looking to buy a new dac. I used to use the jcally one but it broke so I'm looking to replace it with something more nicer. Using it mainly for playing on my phone and pc..

[@larryzotter]

what's that headphone at 13.50?

[@GadgetryTech]

Moondrop Para. Review dropping soon!

[@gcruishank9663]

Have you reviewed the Hisenior Mega5EST's? Would like to hear your comparison on between these. Going to buy my 1st IEM's and the've both had really good reviews.

[@jmtbz]

did you test the microphone of the other cable?

[@gngjtjt]

Thank you for this review. If you game and also really love music. Lets say you have $360 are you buying the Maxwell or the Dusk? I mainly game on my PS5 so having a mic isn't a huge issue as the controllers have a built in one.

[@zerotactix5739]

Sigh. Just out of my budget this one sadly. But great review. Thanks for always keeping the gaming part.

[@pdbdd]

how would you compare these to the ziigaat arete for gaming?

[@teh-storm]

Great review! I wonder if an upgrade, coming from the Blessing 3, is worth it or not.. Hmm, anyone got some good input that helps me with this decision is very welcomed :) I would use the normal 3.5mm adapter like 70% of the time, instead of the DSP cable.

[@aironsnowboards7534]

which r better fore purely gaming .....these or the MTpro

[@MaximKachurin]

From your measurements on Squiglink I see that Truthear Zero Red has the same peak at 15K. Would you say that they are similar in brightness at the very top? I liked Zero Red a lot, but they were very uncomfortable, so I'm looking for an alternative.

[@Mishael_Agyei-Boamah]

Yes in that regard yes there's good enough mid treble to upper treble sheen for these whilst having a smaller size nozzle even if the IEM size it self is a bit taller when you mount it into your ears

[@THE_FALL3N]

Do you have any suggestions for a dac/amp to pair with it?

[@GadgetryTech]

If you don't want to use the DAC cable it comes with for some reason, it does not need much power at all to get loud. Qudelex 5K is my go-to for IEMs. It works as both a USB DAC and a BT DAC/amp for on the go. Otherwise even a cheap Apple dongle will sound great on it. If you need a volume knob, I really like the FiiO K11 DAC. It has a digital gain knob which is great for channel balance at low volumes.

[@christopherbaxter1691]

Have you tried it with " female vocal soul r&b " are the vocals relatively forward? Or thin? Natural? Any comparison with " "diva" for female vocals?

[@Mishael_Agyei-Boamah]

Oh it has the best midrange in any IEM under $1000 and washes some IEMs over that price. I listened to them at CANJAM earlier this year with artistes with varying textures to their vocal presentation like Samara Joy, Yebba, Tasha Cobbs Leonard, Adomaa, Aṣa, Stevie Nicks and many others like male vocals from Travis Greene, PJ Morton, The Weeknd and others. It performed superbly Diva had to hot of an upper mids presentation so vocals had a plasticky, unnaturalness to them and the bass was really middling

[@hartyewh1]

It's clearly a very early age software develpment for the market in general and MoonDrop especially. I expect things to improve fast.

[@mistaBorg]

while a review unit may be nice, actual production QC may be an issue. i had a few issues with moondrop products personally and would recommend waiting a few months before buying any newly produced item...

[@pdbdd]

will you make a comparison video comparing this to the new ziigaat arete?

[@justindavid4913]

I know this is an IEM video, but do you have a review on the Fiio JT1’s? Whats your opinion on them disregarding the price point? What do you think about the sound compared to IEM’s for you?

[@anderson13666]

I am pondering between this and Nova. Is 200 bucks more worth it? I am looking for a good all round iem for gaming and music

[@azrael201201]

How would this compare to variations? Im looking for something around $500

[@staerststy]

What would pair it to, since the UAB has built in DSP?

[@eugenetan7868]

Should I get this if I have the Xenns Top already?

[@nok460]

Hey I own the Variations since a couple of months and really love them, would you say these a worth buying ??

[@GadgetryTech]

If you have an IEM as good as the Variation and love them, stick to what you already love. Otherwise we’re always chasing that next hot thing when the real magic is in the music

[@4CETH4N]

Such an awesome review. Just received mine about a week ago and have been really loving them. Literally the best sound I have heard ever. And it has also been really good in games for me (I play cod, apex, destiny 2 and some mobile games). I have been loving the dsp cable and the convenience it brings. On the other hand the gsx 1000 2nd gen reviews have been popping up on my feed and I’m just wondering if you’d consider that a good purchase to use for these in games for soundstage and such? The 7.1 surround mixing does seem promising but not entirely sure if it’s a good idea to spend 200$ for a 360$ IEM. I would really like to have some advice in this matter. Edit: After some research and asking some friends in this hobby, the following are the ones i'm considering. Moondrop dawn pro/ Fiio KA17/ Ifi Zen Dac 3/ Fiio K11

[@kona328WH]

Grab the Qudelix 5K and don't look back

[@Ren__]

Dusk, blessings 3 or variations?

[@Tommie22x]

Great review! Quick question but can you keep the dsp eq saved on the cable? For example if you settled on the dsp default. Can you keep the eq setting without the app (if moondrop stops supporting it in the future or the buggy app is just annoying) or even if you switch to the an iphone from android?

[@GadgetryTech]

Thanks! It’s saved/persistent even when switching or disconnecting

[@bithalver]

Thanks man ! How does it compare to Tansio Mirai X ?

[@kdelavirgen]

Have you happened to test out the 64Audio U12Ts? Curious how these compare to those based on your statement on how this hold up against other $1000+ IEMs

[@chaos3088]

As much I love to do preorder now, I'm almost half broke, really have to wait till maybe next month or June.

[@OctaviusGeorge]

How's the imaging and sound stage?

[@lololololololol444]

Wow saying that you like these more than some Killobuck IEMs is a wild claim. Could you name them??

[@GadgetryTech]

Sure thing! It’s not like this beats all kilobuck IEMs. Some of them are simply better from a cosmetic design, build quality, and included accessories. Having said that, I like these more than the Audeze Euclid. I also like them more than some of the Campfire IEMs which have their own special sauce but this is a more enjoyable set for me. I think you get the idea l. Sometimes it just comes down to sound preference and comfort as well, regardless of technical performance.

[@dropment5408]

Can you update the WC frz Warzone tune for the nova pro wiredon the database?

[@Gooner253]

Final VR3000 please look into these IEMs for gaming would love a review

[@Hatano_Rin]

How's the sound compared to the OG B3 ? Afaik the OG b3 also have a very high quality subbass if you EQ it 3 to 6 db bass in some tracks

[@Mishael_Agyei-Boamah]

If you have the BE, no need getting a new set, that's just consumerism. Get the FreeDSP cable rather

[@dustincarr9696]

Mt pro vs Chopin vs dusk? Best for gaming?

[@DefeatPete]

9:45 the sound of grandma slipping down the stairs 😂

[@mdmahadi4430]

How do you suggest it for gaming if it doesn't have a microphone. Even a mid quality microphone would be appreciated. We don't need much quality we just need to talk.

[@heloiamerk]

I know there's a huge price difference, but anybody have thoughts on the Dusk compared to the Monarch MKIII in terms of sound only? I was probably only going to get one, and now I'm not sure which to pick!

[@ryyyvo]

Hows this for gaming?