I'm blown away... - Moondrop Chu 2 review

[@joshuastephens3926]

I just don’t understand how or why they cost only $20. Why do this? What was the purpose of this? Why get the Aria or starfield? Obviously it isn’t the Kato but they are making their high end budget options not worth it. Now if they were making these for gaming and movies, they should make that apparent but they don’t. It’s just a great iem.

[@HumanSynthetic]

Hopefully its because they are preparing to put out an Aria 2?

[@joshuastephens3926]

@@HumanSynthetic they released the snow. Doesn’t make sense

[@KrishanSingh-je2zb]

They sayon their page that chu 2 shows up with high end decentralised material and technolohies maybe that means Chinese version differs from Indian or uk one

[@notrickgrimes5227]

Currently watching this vid using the chu 2's. Hella good IEMs man.

[@yalocaldex]

Well it's a good thing it's not expensive because people like me can buy it too. The real question is why do you think it should be expensive? Cheap stuff can be good too.

[@huynhxuanviet9818]

Amazing camera work and easy to understand review as well. Thank you so much!

[@GarlicbreadmanOP]

I have placed an order for these and now i have come online to validate my purchase, as any normal consumer does. It makes me very happy to have Paul Scholes recommendation for the moondrops! Thanks Scholesy!

[@Garrettdx1988]

The Chu 2 might be Moondrops big win this year. The other releases have felt kind of subpar

[@LuciferArc1]

It definetly is. Theyve won me over for sure

[@cyclix5314]

Truthear Hola was good too

[@LuciferArc1]

@@cyclix5314 yeah. I have both. Hola is good too but different in tuning. It's more low end and mid focused. Chu 2 is more v shaped.

[@donnytramp6955]

Blessing 3 was very good too

[@sheikhabdullah873]

Maybe. I just ordered one. It was difficult to find one at the stock as it’s quickly getting sold out.

[@TejasManake]

Mine are arriving today ! Excited!

[@SgtAbady]

Is it good? Is there any problems u had with it ?

[@TejasManake]

@@SgtAbady too sharp bright treble for me almost hurts

[@kejjey]

Your outro is stop on! 100% genuin and honest!

[@omideq3zzz]

Moondrop Chu 2 is a very good deal. Really like your content man, wish you all the best going forward!

[@philipm.4738]

Nice review! I really like your personable style! Just got these...a couple thoughts. They are tiny! They fit right into the ear so if a small form factor is important these are great. However, I couldn't get a good fit with any of the included tips and had to find others to get the right seal for me. Once I did though , these have very nice bass and clean sound throughout. Very enjoyable! The cable tangles easily but that's not unusual. I also recently got the Bass edition of the KZ Castor and they absolutely blew me away but they are definitely more bassy so if that's not your thing I would recommend these instead. I also purchased the Moondrop Space Travel and although they are a bit glitchy, they are an amazing TWS value as well. Good for Moondrop! It's my first experience with this brand and I'm doubly impressed 😊

[@cesarmendez6080]

Chu 2 + moondrop click + Poweramp eq installed + Chu EQ = ❤

[@madarauchiha4298]

That's so much EQ for a single DD

[@LuciferArc1]

I agree. I have the kato and these feel 80% of the kato. Very similar tone and tuning. The imaging is incredible. Its very precise on placement, the only con being that it doesnt have a wide sound stage to make the imaging shine. Which is such a shame. Id gladly pay 80 for a refined upgrade to these where its got more sound stage while maintaining that good imaging quality. Cause thats its best point tbh. Despite being 20 bucks and having a smaller sound stage, it makes the most of the stage it has to work with. It feels seperated and detailed. Not as detailed as the kato...but like my god. Its still up there given the price point. Its hard to suggest getting anything aside from this until you hit the $100+ range. Its just that good. Love my hexa and kato but these have captivated me for sure. Theyre my new daily driver

[@__vha]

I think my problem with Moondrop is that their tuning is the same across most of their IEM offerings. I understand that most manufacturers do this but when all you're gaining when going up a price tier is slightly better separation, imaging, and detail it becomes more and more difficult to justify having SO many different options in the lower price bracket.

[@LuciferArc1]

@@__vha this isnt tuned like most of their iems. It's more fun sounding as opposed to their more clinical flat sound they usually go for

[@kamrankambang7953]

Is the resolution between chu2 and kato far apart?

[@LuciferArc1]

@@kamrankambang7953 chu 2 is about 70- 80% of the way there. Kato sounds more lush in the vocals and treble. Low end is relatively comparable though. It's not too far off though. Surprising tbh given the price of the chu 2

[@Yeterpop]

I wish more iems would take a mid bass lead like the kato though instead of a sub bass one

[@uziel25]

Just received mine. Did some homework since these are the first decent headphones I've purchased. Prior it was always discount store throw aways, Was really taken back by the quality. Went looking for reviews because I wanted to make sure I wasn't crazy about how good they were for $20 American. Very nice video. Sorry I couldn't buy them from your Amazon link, since I've already purchased them. Liked and commented (obviously) and will probably check out some of your other videos. Thanks again.

[@sathishrao7926]

You’re making me purchase one even though I don’t have an IEM in my purchase list !

[@mokisan]

Great video as usual ryan!

[@Aggiblr]

Nice review! Gaming during summer i get really sweaty in my headphones covering my ear, never really considered IEMs can be a good alternate. Recently saw quite a few streamers using them, easily worth trying this for 18€. Should arrive in a few weeks, can't wait!

[@elirantuil5003]

Fine, im sold

[@ewe392]

How'd it go

[@elirantuil5003]

@ewe392 I use them everyday, the sound is fantastic, comfort is fantastic. My 2 issues with it is that on the PC directly it's not loud enough for me and the cable feels a bit cheap. Then again it's still like new so I guess it's not a real issue.

[@ewe392]

@@elirantuil5003 I wonder if those little amplifier dongles are worth anything. This is good to know, at least I'll get 9 months use out of the ones I plan on ordering.

[@2n0q90]

@@elirantuil5003 Get Equalizer apo + peace you can turn the volume up quite a bit more than windows defaults

[@anonymousstout4759]

been using for almost a week, the sound is so clear and especially the snare and the bass drum kick topled with crisp high hat, worth way more than the price but the eartips is kinda sheet, gotta order the spring tips one

[@armankhan371]

What would you choose between Chu 2 and Truthear Hola?

[@jaroslavziga4208]

I received them today and I am impressed, this is not 18 euro iem they sounds like some 200 euro headphones. For gaming I use steelseries arctis nova pro wireless but this moondrop chu 2 are much better. Unbelievable.

[@hrithiksagar]

I'm gonna get one! Thankyou for the review

[@timthirsty3816]

Was the eartips hard to install?

[@redthreadzen]

I don't know how long I've been sub'd but you where doing workouts with your mate when I first did sub. Lot's more personal stuff. So I do hope you're going well with all that stuff. Up to date, great review and I wen't and ordered a pair of the back of this review. Although the GB Amazon was out of stock so no affiliate. Thanks for your posts Ryan you've stuck at it over many years now. Come a long way.

[@theryanthomas]

Thanks man. Yeah it’s been a bumpy ol’ ride hahaha

[@joshuastephens3926]

Checked through your channel and not seeing a Kato video. So let me put it to you that you are now on a mission to get those and review them. Honestly, it’s not even a review, it’s more so that you can understand how great they are and it will improve your life.😊

[@theryanthomas]

I’ve asked. I’ve been denied 😭

[@donnytramp6955]

kinda outdated now and outcompeted, but still ok

[@joshuastephens3926]

@@donnytramp6955 it’s only 2 years old lol so I think outdated is a bit extreme. As far as outcompeted, I’m not super familiar with every iem in the Kato price range, but I haven’t heard anyone bring up multiple devices that put the Kato to the side lines. I have the AFUL Performer 5, and as amazing as that iem can be, it’s not even close to dethroning the single dynamic driver king. They are trying to do two different things as far as tuning so I don’t fault it but it’s not better. Just wondering which IEMs are out competing?

[@donnytramp6955]

@@joshuastephens3926 many iems do what kato do but cheaper, olina se, zero red(somewhat) some other options: heyday, s12 pro, ie200(for comfort with aftermarkert tips) Should only get kato if discounted, not worth the 189 usd mrsp

[@donnytramp6955]

@@joshuastephens3926 also 2 years is crazy long time for iem industry, there is much more innovation put into iems than headphones. Even an iem only released a few months ago and top of its class can be considered alr outcompeted, eg hexa by red

[@matusjurcik6974]

Arrived yesterday, I was also blown away but they are somehow hard to fit. Noozle is too wide.

[@matusjurcik6974]

only nitpick would be, soundstage feels a little bit compressed (cause of the tuning, I guess).

[@sarfarajnawazchowdhury4498]

How's it overall? I ll just use it for phone call and listening podcast... Not a music lover all day long. How's about fitting? Is there any earpain?

[@matusjurcik6974]

@@sarfarajnawazchowdhury4498 to me just slight earpain during inserting, but I want deep fit though. And also (to me) they create negative pressure inside of my ear, like venting is insuficient or vent is covered by my ear maybe. But this issues exist only when I want to fit them deeply...

[@Dontcare00007]

@@sarfarajnawazchowdhury4498 It doesnt have any mic in it Mate!

[@souritrabiswas]

@@Dontcare00007 The dsp version has.

[@goxlr]

i got them off amazon for $19, next day delivery, theyre good!

[@yourchildrensghost9736]

Didn't take long for the 7hz Zero to change the game.

[@hunterbresler4722]

Chu 2 vs Cadenza? I'm trying to pick between the 2, but I'm having difficulty since I've never investigated the iem market. I've heard the Chu 2 have forward/strong vocals which I like, but that's about all I know. The price isn't a major factor, so if the cable, build, and sound are only slightly better on the cadenza, I still might prefer to get them. AKA I don't intend to get another iem down the road unless I'm completely blown away

[@ewe392]

I similarly saw positive notes on the Cadenzas

[@razorlord9330]

Chu ii is really nice.. surprisingly good in many ways..

[@rodNantz]

Great review thx!

[@paulkavanagh8240]

I've just bought the Chu 2 as an alternative to my trusty Soundmagic E10 bullet earphones. I stream music through Tidal Hi-fi Plus/USB Audio Player Pro in bit-perfect mode, using a Helm Bolt dongle DAC. The Chu 2 look impressive and are really comfortable to wear. Contrary to the hype on KZbin, however, the Chu 2 represent style over substance. They lack clarity and the tuning is very odd. The E10s sell for around £30 in the UK and are a much better option in my opinion.

[@hermoonumu]

Bought my pair for 12 bucks from aliexpress, can't wait to try them out!

[@mastero263]

are they still working?

[@hermoonumu]

@@mastero263, eehhh, for some reason the vent hole on the right earphone isn't.... quite venting the pressure, so it is little bit quieter on the right.

[@mastero263]

@@hermoonumu maybe filter is clogged

[@hermoonumu]

@@mastero263, already tried cleaning the filter, still clogged. Honestly don't know what's wrong with it.)

[@tumo07]

The most shocking part is if you want a cable with mic then those cables are more expensive than the iem itself

[@MrNick99]

they sell it now with it

[@tumo07]

@@MrNick99 but i need aux version not dsp

[@fiorarosa1090]

me watching Moondrop Chu 2 review using the Moondrop Chu 2:

[@NuggetLvr4vr]

How is it mine is coming in a few days

[@fiorarosa1090]

@@NuggetLvr4vr pretty bright sound quality. Ear fitting is a bit clunky. Nice box, although i didn't really care about it. Overall, a good starter for someone who loves music.

[@hokagoteatimereviews]

Great video Ryan. I got one in for a review too. Loved the chu 2, it's so comfortable great for side sleeping. I made a video to about them on my channel, although it was nowhere as good your video. 🙃😅

[@theryanthomas]

Subbed. Keep up the grind!

[@hokagoteatimereviews]

Thank You Ryan 😄

[@bwloawesome]

Did this guy delete his channel? I go to click on it to see more content and youtube can't find it

[@Ramsesxstv101]

How is this compared to truthear hola?

[@AxemanMessiah]

Would you recommend this over the Waner or the Zero IEM or Hola? Very new to IEM and can only buy one so thought I'd ask! Nice vid

[@theryanthomas]

Zero is a flatter sound. Less rumble and less sparkle. I prefer this to the Zero but that’s not to say they’re objectively better.

[@thomasre9382]

zero has a wider soundstage. these have more bass.

[@prime12602]

Is it worth upgrading from KZ ZSN PRO X, the highs are too sharp and bass is mushy to me so I’m looking for new ones, is this good upgrade?

[@mavie2687]

Yes (Ik it's a bit late)

[@surfision]

I know, probably late af, but yeah definetly. I have owned these exact KZ's and I know what you mean. Even Moondrop Quarks which cost 10 bucks crush KZ's to death. So yeah definetly Chu and Quarks are a great option for you. My KZ's finally died on me so I'm getting the Quarks and Chu II's.

[@PP-ct4kd]

I bought DSP version and I think this is good but don't justify the 2200 rs ( $26 ) price, this is good if comes around 1300-1400.

[@gauravpaul9]

Heyy I'm thinking of buying them as my first iems.. would u suggest any other at that price point?

[@PP-ct4kd]

@ if you are bass lover then buy KZ products, this one is very balanced sound, only benefit of this product is , it fits well in ears and bit small compared to others

[@amn111]

hello Ryan and other fellow music lovers , im so Confused i getting These chu ii or " BLON bl-03 " , i just want an unbiased suggestion , WHICH ONE SHOULD I GET ??? help me out guys !!

[@patrickgabriel795]

I've seen some reviews that say it has trouble playing if it's not powered correctly, requiring a device more strong to play it Did you manage to test it this way?

[@luiz2656]

actually im using the kz d-fi, should i get one of these?

[@nileshgardi1783]

Kiwi Ears Cadenza vs Chu 2 both graph almost same? Edit- Are the Cadenza worth double the price?

[@Rsalmond83]

No

[@jojoenathan]

In my experience with all iem, no the higher price bracket u buy the less value u get (diminishing return). But u do get better technical with 50ish price. So yea its more like how much ur willing to spend. I just got my red. Is it 3 times better than my wan er? Hell no. But i still like it for upgrade anyway

[@theryanthomas]

Chu2 honestly. Cadenza is decent but the Chu2 beats it.

[@nileshgardi1783]

​@@theryanthomasthx for the reply.

[@partizanfrombryansk1917]

Каденза готова спорить с более дорогой триповин Олина, chu2 хуже кадензы на мой слух. Возможно из-за комплектного кабеля, он низкого качества.

[@shubhamb.deshmukh7920]

I am currently using Airpods Pro 1st gen. Are these better than Airpods?

[@f1xsu]

yeah they are better than first gen

[@mastero263]

Do they broke after some time? i read some reviews and people say the stop working after some weeks or months

[@parvezshaikh3178]

Is moondrop chu 2 gud for action movies?

[@Shahbas_]

Is it??

[@parvezshaikh3178]

@@Shahbas_ it's super. For movies and songs too

[@thesparkplug3561]

Can chu 2 dsp be used for long term? Read that it causes fatigue after 30 mins of listening.

[@Andyxx15]

I'm super confused b/w tangzu warner and moondrop chu or any better option

[@AvyangShang]

can you recommend a cable replacement with mic for this. thanks.

[@chloewright1]

Instead of getting a replacement cable, you should get the TRN BT20 Bluetooth modules. The IEM still sound great and the battery on the modules last forever.

[@ciiil8802]

Can i use different cable with added mic ?

[@ejajurrohoman]

Yess

[@andrew2272kag]

Mine arrived DOA, right cable didn't work.

[@johnmountford8739]

Did you use a dac/amp with those, ive only just got into iems not bought any yet just watching a lot of videos my music taste is rock/ metal would the chu 2 be a good starting point.

[@theryanthomas]

I used them with as much as an Info Zendac2 and Fiido K5 Pro but also just my basic phone adapter and MacBook output. These sound great regardless.

[@iwhcs]

I'm still using my salnotes zero, should I give the Chu 2 a try?

[@FallenChaituGaming]

isnt salnotes flat ? Chu 2 feels much energetic and a bit bass too

[@RobinJesba]

do you recommend this for bass guitar or anything else?

[@SuryansHydrous]

How does they compare with fiio fd11?

[@Pedzz]

How does it compare to 7hz zero

[@josaphcj7199]

did u find out?

[@SoundfonebR]

many reviews then being wrong, because this phone is poorly amplified, it has a sound mass in the bass and subs the opposite occurs when well fed. I use a smsl ho100 and put it on gain 2, oh yes, everything gains body and greater definition. try to do the same!!! the impedance is very low, even if its sensitivity is high, it still needs good current

[@jayalakshmi4269]

Moondrop chu 2 vs kz zex which is best in sound??

[@hqrwey]

how do these compare with the lan in terms of competitive gaming?

[@ashebxrne]

this is the question i want an answer to :(

[@hqrwey]

personally ended up getting the lan. the lan has unbelievable clarity and detail for the price, and i can easily pick up footsteps and still feel fairly immersed. gunshots sound genuine and unfatiguing.

[@ashebxrne]

@@hqrwey thanks for the reply mate, just ordered myself a lan As well

[@sorrynoob_2062]

​@@hqrwey Have you tried salnotes zero?

[@FateXO]

i just got them and they sound underwhelming ngl

[@Shahbas_]

How is it performance for watching movies?

[@FateXO]

@@Shahbas_ imho if youve never had any decent pair of cans get them they are worth the money, but if you have they will not sound good and you're better off getting something else

[@sorrynoob_2062]

​@@FateXO Have you tried salnotes zero

[@mohamadhanifbadarudin1240]

Does anyone have an eq setting that could turn this into a monitoring earphone?

[@human-V-oid]

ill want to buy one when they give me an inline mic

[@theryanthomas]

For £19?

[@sephylle]

that is a no brainer, for this price you even get a detachable cable, just buy an aftermarket cable with an inline mic.

[@kaushalc9298]

@@theryanthomas they will be available with an inline mic within a month or two definitely here in india for an extra pound

[@louislatino7829]

Could purchase the Tripowin Zombur cable with a mic for$9usd. I did this for my Holas ,2pin .78 straight 3.5mm connection. Not a bad cable for a budget iem.

[@human-V-oid]

@@theryanthomas It's better to have an option, besides its competitors give you that, and ofcourse i can pay a little more for the convenience

[@mrone3287]

Is it me or the chu 2's volume is kinda low?

[@AX-sq5vm]

Do i buy this or kz x 10 20 Help me

[@sylvestresl]

v-shaped? no they're not!

[@timthirsty3816]

Are the eartips hard to install?

[@thatboywolf9123]

No

[@dylankitchener6421]

These things kill the mid-range

[@surender8132]

Chu 2 vs blon 03 which one is better

[@surfision]

If you're willing to spend that extra money, you might as well get the Blon BL03's. Keep in mind that Blon BL03's are a huge pain for people with slightly smaller ears, I'm definetly one of those and had endless problems with fitting them and their chassis always pressed against one of my ear bones and caused pain. But yeah, if you have normal or even bigger ears, they'll be a wonder. They sound amazing and in my opinion they beat many 150€ over ear studio monitors. If you have smaller ears pick up Chu 2's, Quarks. These two IEMs also push way over the price point and often beat many other monitors to the grave. They are the budget kings

[@azevadu6324]

Do you have a review on simgot ew200? Thanks

[@theryanthomas]

Yeah it’s all uploaded scheduled to release soon.

[@hmf33]

Hey Ryan, how would you say these perform for male vocals? I used to have the Zero 1s and curious if I should rebuy them or consider these. Thanks!

[@Car-Guygamer]

How is zero 2?

[@hmf33]

@@Car-Guygamer I like them. I have bought the Chu 2 since I made this comment and I have to say, I like the Chu 2's a little bit better. They are my new daily driver. Keep in mind the tuning on both IEMs are similar, the Chu 2 just has a little less warmth/darkness to it. I prefer the Chu 2 but both IEMs are good if you're looking for an ultra budget IEM.

[@oceansupply8106]

how long is the cable ? pls respond

[@zipzak007]

Anyone can compare these to the Truthear Hola or Tangzu Wan'er?

[@BRNOOB_]

Watching this with my new chu 2 😂

[@Car-Guygamer]

Please tell.. how is it..

[@BRNOOB_]

@@Car-Guygamer it's quite good. Definitely worth it imo. But in the end, it all depends on your preferred sound signature

[@obito7143]

no mic? 😢

[@user-xd8uz4cl7r]

Well, then what should i buy between moondrop chu 2 and tangzu waner ?? Really confused as a noob

[@theryanthomas]

Never tried the Waner. Sorry!

[@fuad000100]

Chu 2 should be more technically proficient, although not by much

[@sashatrokholis]

I have both and for me wan'er sounds better, but different cable is necessary, stock is way too shitty. But overall experience of an IEMs from the chu 2 is more relaxed, with better build quality and really great cable for the price

[@FatimaCosta-p6w]

look for tangzu wan'er its a bit better 7hz zero also for 20

[@minhduybui7676]

can this play competitive games?

[@dennisthemenace4288]

6:49

[@theryanthomas]

^^

[@dennisthemenace4288]

​​​@@theryanthomasany idea how it compete with kz krila? 8:27 slightly more detailed description would have been nicer.

[@manukjedar]

do you do a "burn in" to the chu2 before review?

[@dawn_14]

does it come with mic?

[@litazex981]

No brother, sadly it doesn't. I think there is an USB-C variant, which has an in-line mic. It costs a tat but more. Around 22 Bucks. It's available in South East Asia.

[@bruh-wj1wy]

Does it have a mic?

[@vubee2]

The normal 3.5 mm cable version doesn't

[@anoldbody]

Chu 2 or kz zsn pro x ?

[@surfision]

Chu 2

[@BabyNurse0205]

suit for valorant?

[@informedchoice2249]

Hi thanks for that. If you're going to mention a specific IEM that has an unusual name, please include it in the notes. Saves people trying variations of the spelling to find the item and it's price :)

[@Rsalmond83]

Chu 2 do be good tho

[@先生-f6w]

I want to buy it but brass will turns green, is it safe?

[@iikatinggangsengii2471]

it really feels like listening to speakers, pretty wow

[@corenik2166]

on the accessories timestamp all i see is you, why would you do that

[@theryanthomas]

That's an automatic timestamp. I don't use them

[@chloewright1]

You have a really cute nose ☺️

[@towergang]

Chu vs truth hola

[@Rsalmond83]

Chu 2. Better midrange, details, and just fun all around. OG Chu if you value details, clarity and sparkly treble.

[@towergang]

@@Rsalmond83 thanks 👍

[@NamTran-xc2ip]

@@towergangI prefer the Hola

[@towergang]

@@NamTran-xc2ip chu 2 or hola?

[@NamTran-xc2ip]

@@towergang I literally said my answer

[@MobileDecay]

James Hetfield? 🤔

[@MdSharif-z9c]

Bass hevvy?

[@phyaephyoe02]

Chu 2 or 7hz zero?

[@theryanthomas]

Chu2

[@golfboy7438]

Do these work on xbox and if so how do they connect, thanks

[@mud_slushie]

through the cable input on your controller

[@golfboy7438]

@@mud_slushie 👍

[@martian105]

It does not come with a mic🥲