Truthear NOVA Review & Comparison

[@marcelpfeiffer6587]

Hello Andy, thanks a lot for this great review. These are too bass heavy for me, but your review helped me a lot to classify these IEMs.

[@AndyAudioVault]

But it is the trend now, so many IEMs of this tuning style because so many people loving it

[@mayonotes9849]

I tested it for a few minutes and I just find it to be generic tbh. It's not bad, it's pretty good for the price actually but it's a bit boring for me (even though I do like the tuning).

[@JorgeFerreira_jomafe]

Many thanks for your honest review. Waiting for the Nova arrival

[@AndyAudioVault]

Enjoy it

[@totorokitano]

Great review Andy as usual..and great Tee-Shirt :0)

[@AndyAudioVault]

Thanks! 🙏

[@UFO-Audio]

Another excellent review!

[@AndyAudioVault]

Thanks again! 😁

[@nailedit05]

Nice review Andy 💖

[@AndyAudioVault]

Thank you!

[@zygote8888]

Thanks for the review sounds like a good tunning to me 🙏🏼

[@AndyAudioVault]

Any time!

[@debsattam1]

Hi Andy, as always it was a great review. You said its a better aria and me being an old aria user couldn't stop myself to buy it hope I'll like it .

[@AndyAudioVault]

Yes indeed, it is a step up from the og Aria

[@DJHaworth]

Good review Andy. Hey I need to draw your expert ear to the EPZ Q5 .I'm liking it as much as MP145

[@AndyAudioVault]

Thanks. Now I will need to check this Q5, lol

[@DurvalLacerda]

Hello, Andy. Another amazing video! I've been thinking about getting the Truthear Red(with TRI Clarion eartips). What are your thoughts about it, please?

[@AndyAudioVault]

Thanks. Between Red and NOVA, I prefer the NOVA a bit more. But really can't go wrong with either one as Truthear seems to know how to tune IEMs properly

[@titanattack4743]

Thank you mister Andy, people from negeri jiran saya, Im from Indonesian, i think we 're have similiar taste...its start when you review DAC, especially Truthear SHIO...so keep review although its hard to get viewer, just do it as spirit...I love this blue black IEM, so i just need pros argument, next i will buy if i have money

[@AndyAudioVault]

My pleasure. And thanks

[@miltongonzalez2225]

Very good review as always, thank you. Please Andy the review of the Simgot EA500 LM😊

[@AndyAudioVault]

@@miltongonzalez2225 Coming soon!

[@shinhisokahunter]

Andy, I just subscribe to your channel. Very great analytical review. Keep the good work bro

[@AndyAudioVault]

Thanks for the support! Cheers 🙏

[@TheRaviiii]

Hi Andy love ur reviews, thank u for providing such a detailed comparison for audio gear by considering all the aspects, the way you categorise all the features and comparison chart u provide is the most unique and greatest feature of ur videos.I have been watching ur videos for the last 3 days and also I ordered today ur favourite tanchjim zero. Now I need your advice again,I am confused between Ibasso dco4 pro, Fiio btr15 & Fiio ka13 please help

[@AndyAudioVault]

If you have the budget for BTR15, then go for BTR15. The versatility of BTR15 is like having DC04Pro with more options and I am using BTR15 more nowadays - so naturally I will recommend what I use the most

[@TheRaviiii]

Thank u very much Just one more thing does btr15 sound same or similar to dc04 pro and what score would you give to btr15 as compared to score of 90 for dco4pro.I didn't found any video where you compared btr15 with other non Bluetooth dongles

[@AndyAudioVault]

@@TheRaviiii Very close, but if you force me to say which one better, then I would say BTR15 still edges DC04Pro by a hair overall

[@TheRaviiii]

Ok I got it thank u again keep doing the good work.

[@nikimran9870]

Will it works greatly with ibasso dco4pro? What will be the sound like if pair with the idc04pro? Great review as usual ❤

[@AndyAudioVault]

Thanks and yes NOVA works great with DC04Pro, wide open and airy sound with good balance of details and musicality

[@andreslopez9592]

hey andy thanks for the review, how does it compare with the tanchjim zero? i want to try a different sound that is not harman. thinking of getting the zero.

[@AndyAudioVault]

Tanchjim ZERO is closer to neutral target with boost in Midbass. Zero also exhibit no evident coloration with Midrange

[@andreslopez9592]

@@AndyAudioVault thanks, would you pick the zero over the nova?

[@AndyAudioVault]

@@andreslopez9592 I think everyone knows I always pick Tanchjim ZERO over everything else for IEMs under $100. That is a very personal thing as I prefer Zero tuning and I am not a Harman sound fan. The other IEMs that I will use more over Zero are SIVGA Nightingale, Final Audio A5000 and Hidizs MP145

[@berkeokur99]

Great analysis Andy, have you tried Truthear Hexa? Are you planning on a comparison video between Nova and Hexa?

[@AndyAudioVault]

Thanks, Hexa has been released for quite a while and while I have listened to it, use it, I will not be doing review on it. I can only say that Nova is a thoroughbred SubBass dominant Harman IEM and perhaps the very few Harman tuned stuffs that I actually like, while the Hexa is like a less Midcentic B2, and I would probably rate Hexa similarly with Nova despite offering different tuning flavors

[@berkeokur99]

@@AndyAudioVault Thank you for your response I appreciate it

[@RunkkuRusina]

There are so many conflicting reviews for the nova's, some say its bass heavy and some say that there isn't enough and that it isn't for bassheads. I for one love the zero's and i'm looking to upgrade, so i'm gonna go with this review and try them. I just hope that my ear is shaped for the bass.

[@AndyAudioVault]

It depends on your perspective, for someone who set the reference to Diffused Field Neutral or Neutral, then Nova is Bass heavy. But if you are attuned to the trendy V Sound curve with Bass emphasis, then Nova might even appear as not as bassy as some of the other options. When you spend so much time listening to neutral headphones like Sennheiser HD600 or AKG K701 or flat neutral IEMs like Kinera Idun Golden/Etymotic ER4 series, NOVA is WAY too bassy hahaha

[@SileDevil]

it really depends on the reviewers taste...its very subjective, if one prefers neutral sound in general then he/she will find anything slightly bass boosted too warm

[@RunkkuRusina]

@@SileDevil Yeah , i daily drive the sundaras and i just used the zeros again and they do seem a bit too bass heavy.

[@erarslan1081ify]

Thanks Andy

[@AndyAudioVault]

No worries🙏

[@bestcocbaseswithlink5069]

Sir, which is better overall? Nova or Hidizs MP145

[@AndyAudioVault]

MP145

[@bestcocbaseswithlink5069]

@@AndyAudioVault also, which is the cheapest dongle dac you would suggest to drive them?

[@AndyAudioVault]

Cheapest and best? assuming that $50 range is cheap enough, Moondrop DAWN Pro/AKLIAM PD4 PLus/EPZ TP20 are what I would recommend, but need 4.4mm BAL cable for the MP145 to get 100% power from them

[@bestcocbaseswithlink5069]

@@AndyAudioVault Thank you for your input, sir. I'm your long time viewer from Nepal 🇳🇵

[@Emre-nl8df]

I think I will buy Nova for metal, thank you very much. But I have one last question: IE200 or Truthear Nova?

[@AndyAudioVault]

For Metal? not IE200 nor Nova

[@Emre-nl8df]

@AndyAudioVault thanks for reply

[@AlexeyBelyakov]

Thanks for the review, Andy! It was quite detailed and informative! I got the Nova earbuds expecting to hear something more interesting and engaging. Currently I have Sivga Nightingale - which is my favourite - and Simgot EA 500LM - which is a bit brighter, than I can bear. So, Nova - is ok, but nothing special, it's not interesting and a bassy. I am slightly frustrated and going to sell it. Could you please recommend me something more musical and warm (maybe Hidizs MP145)? BTW, I bought Sivga Nightingale following your recommendation and was completely satisfied with them, but I want to try something different - more musical and with a broader scene.

[@AndyAudioVault]

Nightingale is the total opposite of the Harman tuned NOVA so I can understand your sentiment on this one. If there's anything that I would highly recommend now, it will be DUNU Titan S2 for anything under $100 or LETSHUOER S12 2024 limited edition for over $200, both IEMs I use regularly and loved as much as I love my Nightingale. Cheers

[@AlexeyBelyakov]

@@AndyAudioVault

[@AlexeyBelyakov]

great! Thanks for your prompt response and advice, Andy! Then I go for LETSHOUER!! Since we have pretty much similar sound & music tastes, I’m very sure it would be the right choice! Cheers;)

[@fiddlix]

A fantastic review Andy, I’m on the fence about this one.

[@AndyAudioVault]

Thanks!

[@shamelessplace11]

Andy, you have any information about when lindsell will release the timeless 2? All I can find is that it was pulled back due to tuning issues but the reviewers that I saw that had them early absolutely love the tuning so I'm just curious. I'm a nobody I can't find any information you are Andy you are the god of the IEM dongle world we all bow to your mastery.

[@AndyAudioVault]

Lol, I am totally as clueless as you are and rarely connected to what's going on the audio scene. I don't even know there's a plan for Timeless 2, but now I do, thanks to you 😁😂

[@shamelessplace11]

@@AndyAudioVault hahaha Man I thought you were the guy to go to it's all cool have a great day

[@AbadyAngel]

can you make an IEM ranking for stuff you have tried ? thanks

[@AndyAudioVault]

Normally when I have enough number of IEMs reviewed, I will do a compilation tier list like the ones I did in this 2023 closure video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qZSkgHylrtKMn8Usi=qBZTvl0QaNTtNYp0 The list is in the description of that video. I did similarly for 2022. Thanks

[@AbgFilm]

Compare this with Kato, which one do you prefer in all around aspect?

[@AndyAudioVault]

To me Kato is an even Bassier unit than Nova, Kato has more prominence with Subbass presence and authority, so if you love big Bass, you will probably like Kato more. Nova to my ears is already Bass heavy from neutral sound perspective, but it has better balance between Subbass and Midbass while Kato is a thoroughbred Bass Heavy Harman

[@Rsalmond83]

What are your preferred foams and why?

[@AndyAudioVault]

I personally use Dekoni and now also KZ foam tips. Foam tips for my ear sounded proper without any added resonance and reverb that I get from most silicones, they are also more comfortable once used properly, the seal and isolation also better than most silicones

[@Rsalmond83]

@@AndyAudioVault I used foam tips yesterday for the first time and experienced what you described. They really cleaned up the sound and the isolation is really nice. Thanks

[@JAYEKAZE]

got one in 11.11 for under $90

[@markevinlagsac3252]

how is the performance with dc03 pro?

[@AndyAudioVault]

With DC03Pro the resolution and imaging is quite crisp with smooth transients, very engaging

[@calvinyip364]

May i know how much you bought the simgot LM? Malaysia finally start to sell the LM.

[@AndyAudioVault]

It should be RM460 isn. But mine is directly sent by Simgot for review

[@calvinyip364]

@@AndyAudioVault I see. Can't get to see your review on them. I got them around rm 410. But the price has risen now.

[@AndyAudioVault]

@@calvinyip364 I haven't received it yet

[@calvinyip364]

@@AndyAudioVaultI see , I will receive mine next week.

[@varkiran]

Hi Andy I am an audiophile beginner suggest me best DAC & IEM to enjoy music keeping as budget as constriant

[@AndyAudioVault]

I would say if you want to keep it low on budget, consider getting Tanchjim ZERO or Simgot EW200 and then get JCally JM7 or AP7. If you can spend a bit more, get EPZ TP20 or Moondrop DAWN Pro for the dac

[@varkiran]

@@AndyAudioVault thank you Andy I love your work & interpretation 🙏🏻🙏🏻😀😀

[@hankhill5409]

Have you seen the new Aful portable amp/dac?@@AndyAudioVault

[@L3GIT91]

I’m currently using the KZ Zars, how do these Novas compare?

[@AndyAudioVault]

I hope someone can help you with the comparison, I haven't tried ZARs myself

[@L3GIT91]

@@AndyAudioVault I mean I went from the truthear zero blue and went to the kz Zar and noticed a huge difference

[@ksms8]

Andy can you advice me to buy between Tanchjim zero and Hifiman re400….i like immersive sound experience

[@AndyAudioVault]

Tanchjim ZERO is like $9, just buy it and even if you don't like it, it will not hurt you like what you would spend on all other IEMs. I don't know about RE400 so I can't say

[@ksms8]

Andy in one of your video you said that A5000 is 3 times better than Tanchjim zero. When I listen my favourite songs then I want that the instruments sound should revolve around my head and I want to feel them so that I just forget about anything else… can A 5000 can give that feel of music. I hope you understand me.

[@ksms8]

Or should I go for openback headphones for that immersive feeling of music

[@AndyAudioVault]

@@ksms8 Yes A5000 can do that

[@ksms8]

Andy because you praised Tanchjim zero a lot that’s why I bought them and I am so thankful to you for introducing me to this beautiful sounding iem. I am also in love with these :)

[@TheGameDealer]

Nova ou pula pa02 ?

[@AndyAudioVault]

Nova

[@mylifeisbroken34]

I use Truthear Zero. Will I feel better if I take Truthear Nova or Simgot EM6L? Which iem model do you use for games? I also want to relieve the tiredness of the day by listening to music.

[@AndyAudioVault]

For gaming, really the EM6L offer a bit more of holographic imaging (suitable for FPS Gaming), but Nova is less likely to be fatiguing and smoother. I would still probably pick Nova as it sounded more balanced to me. Both truthfully are already great sounding

[@nathz2020]

Hello thank yiu so much, can you also review toneking mrz tomahawk z flat-head 15-25000khz frequency i want to use this my main gaming and for my work 113db sensitivity

[@AndyAudioVault]

Thanks. I would like to if I can get one. Cheers

[@nathz2020]

@@AndyAudioVault cheers 🥂 hehe im one of you supporter here from the Philippines ♥️

[@mrayars]

Since we are spoiled with the MP145 it's difficult to impress on this price range nowadays haha

[@AndyAudioVault]

That's on the assumption if everyone have same taste and preferences. Different tuning cater for different taste, MP145 is not Harman, so can be said that people who enjoy Harman tuning will be hard pressed to appreciate it

[@FATfreq]

Andy i am planning to buy a dongle style dac to enjoy hires lossless music.. now I am using apple music my phone is Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro and I use Wavelet to eq my iem, after connecting a dongle dac to my phone will i able to use my Wavelet app to eq iems?

[@AndyAudioVault]

While I don't use any type of EQ myself, Wavelet being an app should work with any external DAC you connect it to

[@antonioruiz8506]

Hey Andy I saw in one of your videos from last year that iPhones aren’t the best for dongles because they don’t support usb 3.0. Will my iPhone 15 pro that now supports usb 3.0 work with something like the ibasso dc04pro?

[@AndyAudioVault]

I wish I know how to answer to this, I don't have iPhone 15 and have no way to test it

[@mistaBorg]

i feel like the nova is very anemic in bass and has no airy treble, the shell is large and would not fit small ears. it is detailed and engaging but for music its not much better than aria i feel...

[@hankhill5409]

I couldnt disagree more, respectfully. The bass slams and the treble region has some air to it. It takes EQ better than any IEM I have. You can basically tune it to any sound you like using an EQ.

[@wahid-lg1kk]

I don't like Harman.. I like a little more mid bass, drop into the sub bass, no emphasis, with a glide into the mids, slow rise into the pinna, then flat to 12k, with a dip at 5k, and a normal downward slope from 12k, and a couple small peaks like around 16 and 20

[@lokrj]

Andy what aftermarket foam tips would you use on Nova? Mine has seen some wear and tear.

[@AndyAudioVault]

For my own ears, I use KZ Foam tips on my Nova