Moondrop Golden Ages: 1979 Planar LDAC TWS | Full Review & Comparison

[@kettlebro]

Can you test the battery life with LDAC, etither with or without ANC? These 2 hours you mention are underwhelming if that's the max they offer on single charge.

[@Atechreviews]

3 hours and 45 minutes with LDAC (optimized for sound quality) and ANC on.

[@datdudeinred]

​​Thank you so much. That's actually pretty comparable only better ones will be 290 bucks technics/denon perl pro with ldac & jabra without ldac all of which are 3x to 4x more expensive ​@@Atechreviews

[@Atechreviews]

You're welcome@@datdudeinred

[@Vysair]

I cant believe you're only 200 subs with the professional review you've given and with personality too!

[@Atechreviews]

Wow, thank you! I appreciate it.

[@ow0818]

Best detailed review Ive seem on this product, got everything I need to know. Thank you !

[@Atechreviews]

Awesome, thank you!

[@slavikdemeshko1785]

Thanks for the review! LC3 from the TWS description is a last-generation low-latency codec.

[@Atechreviews]

You're welcome! Thanks for the info! Yes, the LC3 codec provides a good balance of audio quality and low latency. It is better than SBC.

[@rgrgrg35]

Thanks for a detailed review! Just ordered them after having the Space Travel. Keep up the great work and I really like your approach and presentation.

[@Atechreviews]

Thanks, will do!

[@o_display6656]

This may be the best review you've ever made! Moondrop seems to have improved on the true wireless earphones industry in many ways.

[@Atechreviews]

Thanks a bunch for the sweet feedback! So glad you liked the review! Moondrop is really stepping up the game in the true wireless earphones world, and it's awesome to see the industry evolving in such cool ways.

[@o_display6656]

@@Atechreviews Yes! I really enjoy that the field of audio is the most advanced

[@Omar_ZX]

This is a really good review, I am sure with time your reviews will be some of the best

[@Atechreviews]

I appreciate that!

[@CUR5A]

Thank you very much for this in-depth review!

[@Atechreviews]

You're welcome! I'm glad you found the review helpful.

[@RobertBiersack]

Really nice review, with a lot of information! 👍

[@Atechreviews]

Thanks! 👍Glad it was helpful!

[@beaugesteraynard]

What a review! Well done!

[@Atechreviews]

Thanks! I'm glad you enjoyed the review.

[@marumaru5480]

I got them few days ago, sound wise they are better than I expected, I like them a lot. I can't really compare since i have Chopin and EA500LM obviously, but I think for a TWS they perform pretty well.

[@Atechreviews]

That's great to hear! Enjoy you Golden Ages!

[@srivatsankpullabhotla3245]

This is the only place I could find a review so soon. Thanks for the very detailed review! Is the Moondrop app good on iOS? were you able to check that out?

[@Atechreviews]

Unfortunately I didn't try the app on iOS.

[@anthonyderosa9569]

Unfortunately the app on iOS is not working at the moment .. I was using the app with my space travel without issue and one day it just stopped working. Contacted the MOONDROP about the issue, all they said was that could be a bug but no updates yet. The app on android is working fine. As for the app itself it’s just basic functionality other than changing the touch settings and the 3 presets as mentioned in the video there are no other features

[@toomoe8649]

Nice review mate 👍 gotta order this one fr ..

[@Atechreviews]

Thanks, man! It's definitely worth ordering.

[@iwantthatone6522]

I got these on Monday from Amazon for £49. They are amazing. Much better anc than the space travel. They are fantastic

[@Atechreviews]

Yes, they are! Enjoy your music!

[@UhBh-qu8zk]

Bro, the 2 headphones you compared in the video: (Moondrop SPACETRAVEL TWS Earbuds) (Moondrop Golden Ages: 1979 Planar LDAC TWS ). Is the difference overwhelming? Mainly in Anc it's volume. I'm from Brazil and I didn't understand you very well.

[@Atechreviews]

No problem at all, I'm happy to explain! There's a significant difference between the two, but it's not a night-and-day contrast. The Moondrop Golden Ages indeed offer a more immersive ANC experience, higher volume levels, slightly better ANC (about 20% better), and sound quality with improved bass and more clarity. However, it's not four times better; perhaps it's around twice as good as the SPACETRAVEL. The SPACETRAVEL still sounds great, and I use it when my Golden Ages are charging. In terms of value, the SPACETRAVEL is definitely a better choice.

[@tdtdtd1826]

So this guy did a review and not able to tell us how long the battery lasts! Well done. 😂😂😂

[@Atechreviews]

Check the video description

[@jasonsanjayal6467]

Great vid man May I ask, for the clarity and technicality, can u compare them to other tws from sony or samsung? Can golden age compete with sony link bud s (higher price tag)? For information, can u compare it again with some wired iem (doesnt have to be a plannar iem)?

[@Atechreviews]

The Golden Age TWS offers great clarity and technicality, competing well with top TWS models like Sony and Samsung. While I haven't directly compared it to the pricier Sony Link Bud S, the Golden Age delivers impressive sound quality. Compared to wired IEMs, I think many wired IEMs around this price range will sound better, but the Golden Ages provide a convenient and enjoyable wireless listening experience. Do you have a specific wired IEM in mind that you want me to compare it to?

[@MorriganHXA]

Thanks for the review Would you recommend these over the samsung buds 2? The normal ones, not the pro

[@Atechreviews]

It would be more of a sidegrade.

[@malamucik2096]

Thanks for the thorough review. I was considering those as I'm a fan of magnetic planars. Still, I presume my Hidizs MP145 have better sound quality. Also, I have Moondrop Alice, which gives me TWS, Moondrop Link compatibility and way more EQ/tuning options, although it's 10mm dynamic. Unless there is still some valid reason for me to buy the Golden Ages? 80 bucks is not much for me and I have some Shenzhen Audio points for a discount.

[@Atechreviews]

Hey there! Thanks for sharing your thoughts. I am also a fan of planar IEMs, and your presumption is correct. I think the MP145 has better sound quality. If you already have the Hidizs MP145 and Moondrop Alice, both of which offer good sound quality and additional features, it might not be necessary to purchase the Golden Ages unless you're specifically looking for a different sound signature or a new listening experience. If you're satisfied with your current setup, you might not find the Golden Ages to be an upgrade in terms of sound quality.

[@malamucik2096]

@@Atechreviews That's great, thanks for reassuring me. I'll stick to my current gear then.

[@AkbarIpulcoolCh]

​@@Atechreviewsfr thanks for the honest, and nice guide review

[@Atechreviews]

You're welcome @@AkbarIpulcoolCh

[@Gonzora]

Welp. Although I really like the design of this model I think that unless there is a big price drop, I will continue my journey with the Space Travel to relax at home and the Sony XM4 to avoid the hubbub when traveling on metro/train/bus.

[@Atechreviews]

Space Travel is excellent IMO. Of course, the XM4 is even better.

[@dzxtricks]

I have a question. So I have space travel and as you said it's amazing. But, did you notice when there aren't much instrument playing the sound is just really good. But when more and more instrument gets into place I can hear the sounds just ... Kinda dragging every instrument into like a clump of sound instead. So like the sound staging just got worse as the music got complex. I don't notice this behavior on my Buds Live nor KZ ZSN Pro, so technicality of this space travel is lacking. How About this Golden Ages though? Did they increase the sound staging even at busiest moment in a music?

[@Atechreviews]

It sounds like you've noticed that the Space Travel's sound gets a bit unclear during busy passages with ANC on. Just to clarify, I meant to say that it's impressive for its $24.99 price tag, especially with its great ANC. The Golden Ages, on the other hand, has superior technicalities and maintains most of its clarity even during busy music passages. You might enjoy trying out the Golden Ages to hear the difference for yourself!

[@MrBlackJava]

How is the mic quality? Yee I’m waiting for my to arive, i tend to buy stuff i dont need, maybe i use them for gaming as the rest of the gear is wireless . Soundcore Liberty 4 is at same price so that will be my first compare when i get em. Nice review

[@Atechreviews]

The mic quality is okay; your voice sounds close, but it's not better than using your phone's mic. It'll be interesting to see how they compare to the Soundcore Liberty 4. Keep us posted on how they compare once you've had a chance to try them out!

[@HuyLe-rg9ev]

How will this compare to something like Sony WF-1000XM4 in term of sounds and utilities? Thanks

[@Atechreviews]

In comparison to the Golden Ages, the WF-1000XM4 has a much warmer stock sound signature that I could describe as slightly veiled, but I prefer the Golden Ages over the stock Sony's. However, the Sony's offer better ANC and a wide array of EQ options that can drastically alter the sound, providing a more customizable experience.

[@HuyLe-rg9ev]

@@Atechreviews Thank you for your response

[@Atechreviews]

@@HuyLe-rg9ev You're welcome.

[@DjAngusek]

Can you recommend tips for golden ages ?

[@Atechreviews]

Comply™ 500 Series Oval Foam Ear Tips

[@dalejail]

@Atechreviews would you say the apple air pods pro 2 is more neutral reference sound than the 1979?

[@Atechreviews]

They're quite similar, but I’d say the 1979 has a more natural-sounding mid-range that is slightly more neutral.

[@dalejail]

@@Atechreviews does the aapp2 have better imaging/transients/detail than the golden ages? also, have you gotten to try technics az80, fiio fw3 and beoplay ex before?

[@MerlinKapur]

stilll wait for the ios 2.0 update :( when there is an update i'll get the headphones :3

[@Atechreviews]

Hang in there! I hope the iOS 2.0 update comes out soon. Once it's out, you'll be all set to enjoy your new Golden Ages! 🎧😊

[@toetoe8196]

i wish they make something that looks like the sparks

[@Atechreviews]

I loved the Moondrop Sparks too, especially the purple one! I wish they would make something similar-looking as well!

[@Haruajsuru]

hello, I want to ask that where can I find the sound visualizer you put on the top right corner, It look very cool

[@Atechreviews]

Thanks. IIRC I got it from AliExpress.

[@martillo_]

Yo man what is that thing on your desktop that has bulbs showing the sound? Can you give me a link to buy it?

[@Atechreviews]

I got it from Aliexpress.

[@martillo_]

@@Atechreviews ay that's cool but like what is it called? 💀

[@Atechreviews]

@@martillo_ It's been a while, but I think it was something like a sound visualizer.

[@calvinlooi4500]

thanks for the review, i just received mine and it gets disrupted at times while walking, for e.g. the music stops playing for 1 second, then continues. Do you face similar issues?

[@Atechreviews]

You're welcome! I haven't experienced that issue myself. Have you tried using the TWS with another phone to see if the issue persists? Also, does this happen when you're using LDAC, or have you tried other codecs as well? If the problem persists, you may want to consider contacting Moondrop customer support or reaching out to the seller for assistance.

[@mikihinasann]

I would like to ask you whether the MOONDROP GOLDEN AGES True Wireless Stereo TWS earphones are worth buying. If it is not the best or there is a better one, can you recommend it to me?

[@Atechreviews]

At its price point, I believe it’s the best-sounding TWS available. However, there are cheaper options that offer better features, such as superior microphones, improved noise cancellation, and a better fit. You might want to check out the new Moondrop TWS called MOCA.

[@mikihinasann]

​@@Atechreviews If I'm being honest, I like Moondrop Golden Ages, but I'm afraid the price isn't worth it for the quality and the ANC system, which I highly rate. Do you think it's worth buying?

[@Atechreviews]

@@mikihinasann If you're looking for detailed planar sound quality, it’s definitely worth considering. However, the new MOCA, priced at $49, offers more features, including wireless charging, a battery indicator, better microphones, an anti-wind mic, and the ability to connect to two devices simultaneously. It also has a light sensor. The EQ profiles of the MOCA primarily affect the bass, making it more versatile. That said, I'm unsure if the stock tuning sound quality of the MOCA will be superior. We’ll have to wait and see!

[@mikihinasann]

@@Atechreviews Do you have enough to make a clip? Can you do a review? I really want to see MOCA.

[@mikihinasann]

@@Atechreviews I'm asking to be sure, is Moondrop MOCA better than Moondrop Golden Ages?

[@gestalt7756]

I have moondrop ST as my first TWS and it's just amaze me. So, is this an upgrade option from ST,? How you rate it (1‐10). Also the price? (Sorry, i commented in the middle of your vid)

[@Atechreviews]

No worries, enjoy your music!

[@Shinji_Tenzai]

Hey, can you charge moondrops space travel in golden ages case?

[@Atechreviews]

I gave it a few tries, but it just didn't seem to work for me. Interestingly, I saw some folks online saying it worked for them!

[@Shinji_Tenzai]

@@Atechreviews Huh =.= I wonder, because I lost my case to space travels, but I would buy Golden Ages, just curious if that would work and save my space travels.

[@Atechreviews]

@@Shinji_Tenzai I understand. I think it will probably work. The ear pieces have the same shape and they fit in the case.

[@supertree08]

Can you charge the space travel in the Golden Ages case and vice versa?

[@Atechreviews]

No, I tried that and it didn't work for some reason. They seem to be designed to only charge with their respective cases.

[@GOZES]

How do you think they would compare to the nothing ear 2 which I tune very nicely

[@Atechreviews]

I haven't listened to the Nothing Ear 2, so I can't make a direct comparison. How do you like the EQ on the Nothing Ear 2?

[@rianriyadi884]

how about audio delay? is this good for gaming?

[@Atechreviews]

I've found it to be excellent for gaming because of its exceptional clarity and imaging. I didn't notice any lag or delay. You can activate the low latency mode by simply tapping four times on either side, which reduces audio delay to a minimum, making it great for gaming. Personally, I've found that even the normal music mode has low enough latency for gaming. However, it's nice to have the option for low latency mode if you need it!

[@ВаськаСоседский]

В продаже нет нигде. Просто во всех магазинах нету. в чём дело? вряд ли разобрали во всех странах сразу. Брак и отзыв?

[@Atechreviews]

Maybe it's sold out.

[@bestcocbaseswithlink5069]

how does this compare with other planars that you've listened to?

[@Atechreviews]

The Moondrop Golden Age: 1979 is impressive for a TWS and its price, but wired planar IEMs offer superior sound quality.

[@wiesolos]

17:10 😂

[@supertree08]

🤣🤣 I'm sold. Gonna buy a pair now lmao

[@Atechreviews]

Hahaha, you guys have to hear it for yourselves; she's way funnier than my impression!

[@iwantthatone6522]

The space travel do fall out in a bag. I know!

[@Atechreviews]

Good thing the Golden Ages case has a cover.

[@rayx22]

Is it waterproof?

[@Atechreviews]

No, it's not waterproof. It's important to keep it away from water to prevent damage.

[@rayx22]

@@Atechreviews thank you for the reply!

[@Atechreviews]

You're welcome @@rayx22

[@dzxtricks]

This review sounds to my ear like "Moondrop Space Travel is really good". I sold my (free) Buds Live for me to buy Space Travel. And now a planar edition of that just came in for cheap (for a planar system) and Moondrop just wowed me again. While Buds Live somehow has better punchier bass than space travel, the working ANC in space travel really puts Buds Live behind. So knowing this version fixed the bass range, i think this Golden Ages beats $200 buds live easily

[@Atechreviews]

I haven't had a chance to listen to the Buds Live, so I can't compare them. But I can tell you that the ANC on the Golden Ages is really impressive for its price and better than the ANC on the Space Travel.

[@antoniusstefanus8488]

is this paint chip too?

[@Atechreviews]

It's still a bit early to say, but I haven't seen any paint chipping on mine.

[@antoniusstefanus8488]

Thanks for reply , i hope you can update after few month, So that we can protest together to moondrop hahaha

[@iwantthatone6522]

They are very loud. Very very loud

[@Atechreviews]

That is Moondrop :)

[@iwantthatone6522]

They blow the space travel away.

[@Atechreviews]

They really do! Much better sound quality.

[@Nicolas-bw4fv]

😥 *promo sm*

[@Atechreviews]

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[@nurkoleptik_art]

Man, the design and the overall aesthetic with the anime waifu and cutesy stuff in moondrop and other products keeps me from actually Getting more. Ijust immediatly throw away the box and forget it even existed. Dont get me wrong, I love anime, but not these kind of genre and art style

[@Atechreviews]

Cutesy stuff, haha! Everyone has different tastes, I guess. I hope you can still appreciate the audio quality of Moondrop.

[@andreyeong3069]

Great review, keep up the good job!

[@Atechreviews]

Thanks, will do!