Its either between this and the Simgot Supermix 4 thats about to come out , curious to see a comparison between the two whenever the supermix 4 is out too

@fabianoberlim9636

Ай бұрын

Just wait the SuperMix 4

@Atechreviews

Ай бұрын

I'm curious about it too!

@littletweeter1327

Ай бұрын

little more info, it was apparently listed accidentally on linsoul for $139. it has huge potential to redefine the mid-100's market. im looking for another iem in this range and both this and the supermix are both at the top of my list

@DarthRaven2

Ай бұрын

@@littletweeter1327 Only thing left is to see which one is more technical, i already eq my stuff so tonality isnt an issue

@littletweeter1327

Ай бұрын

update: supermix4 just went preorder on linsoul for $150

I find your reviews very helpful, because you mention on size and impact of it on the fit comfort, for me this aspect is very important.

@Atechreviews

Ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful! I pay attention to details like that because I've had IEMs in the past that I enjoyed but couldn't use due to discomfort.

To my taste, these have the best FR graph I've seen. As you describe a "bass boost", and an almost flat mids... this is how it should be done since mids are the frequencies most easily assimilated by our ears. I don't get why people like Harman tuning... great review!

@Atechreviews

Ай бұрын

Thanks! I agree 🙂

@Hijynx87

10 күн бұрын

I think harmonish tunings can be good if they tame the upper mids/pinna and go with a gliding bass, or dip it around 300hz rather than 200hz.

Thanks for the review of the Aful Explorer and for your insightful comparisons! 😃👍🎶🎵

@Atechreviews

Ай бұрын

My pleasure!

fantastic review and comparisons!

@Atechreviews

Ай бұрын

Thanks!

Very nice review! I have the P5's and really enjoy them . i think these will end up in my collection. Thanks again for the review.

@apollomoonlandings

Ай бұрын

The P5 is my favorite IEM.

@Atechreviews

Ай бұрын

My pleasure!

Great review. I own every Aful IEM so far and this one looks like it will be another amazing bang for buck and just as comfortable as the other ones. I also agree on the CKLVX. Amazing IEM for the price, but i sold mine again because the shell is huge, it really didn't look that way from the images online.

@Atechreviews

Ай бұрын

Yes, the fit and size of the CKLVX surprised me too.

Great review. 🎉

@Atechreviews

Ай бұрын

Thanks! Looking forward to your review and hearing your sound impressions. 😊

Great review. Thanks.

@Atechreviews

Ай бұрын

Thanks for watching!

Nice review 😁✅

@Atechreviews

Ай бұрын

Thank you 😁

I got me a set of the Explorer’s coming in a couple of days. Thursday to be exact in 4.4mm. It should pair very well with my FiiO Q15 quite well. Great review as always my friend. Cheers 🍻🍺🍀🎸🍀🎻.

@Atechreviews

15 күн бұрын

Thanks! Have fun!

Received mine today. A good one for metalheads.

I finally got around to getting this, I'm loving it for metal! You can really crank it up if you wanted to, and its comfort and cable is a+ tier. edit It looks like they changed the cable connectors to your typical metal flush 2pin.

@Atechreviews

8 күн бұрын

Rock on! Thanks for sharing. The Explorer is one of the few IEMs I recommend for metal music. I'm glad to know about the cable; it makes the IEM even better.

Hi, very good video, it really helps us judge different IEMs sound. It will be really helpul and interesting if you make comparison/upgrade video for new enthusiast in this hobby like me. Where what is the jump from basic IEM like CHU, Zero 2, Warner to something middle ground Delci, Explorer to higher budget IEMs. I understand more money doesn't mean better audio as I was shocked when I listened between Moondrop CHU ii vs Truther zero: blue. Truther sounded pathetic to me.

@Atechreviews

28 күн бұрын

Thanks for your comment; that's an excellent suggestion. Are you suggesting a comparison video between budget IEMs and higher-end models? Or perhaps discussing when to upgrade to better IEMs and what differences to expect? As you mentioned with the Moondrop Chu II, more expensive doesn't always mean better; there's definitely a point of diminishing returns to consider.

@MrAgrimkohli

28 күн бұрын

@@Atechreviews comparison between between budget vs high end ones

@Atechreviews

28 күн бұрын

@@MrAgrimkohli OK, I will plan and do it. 👍

@MrAgrimkohli

28 күн бұрын

@@Atechreviews will be eagerly waiting for it.

Good review

@Atechreviews

Ай бұрын

Thanks!

Great review, thanks! Subscribed! How do you like the Explorer vs Delci?

@Atechreviews

Ай бұрын

The Explorer has stronger bass, a warmer, more intimate sound with exceptional detail retrieval. On the other hand, the Delci has greater treble extension. Personally, I prefer the Explorer for its outstanding bass response, natural vocals, non-harsh treble, and exceptional detail retrieval.

@Krasche02

Ай бұрын

@@Atechreviews Thanks!

That lower gap in the upper treble is perfect for loud volumes. Because at loud volumes only the upper mids and treble shoots up. Most reviewers dont test at high volumes when people that like metal and rock they always listen at hight volumes. Thats why i retuned at least 80 sets because the mid bass if its low when pump the volume the sound loosed the note weigh and becomes thin and then the upper mids and treble goes up by 3db to 5 when i play at 85db and over. So this iem was made for rock people that love to boost their volumes . Simple

@Atechreviews

Ай бұрын

I tried it with a wide range of genres, including classical, rap, hip hop, EDM, pop, rock, and metal, and it sounded wonderful across the board.

@paulosilva8200

Ай бұрын

@Atechreviews will get it once its for sale. At this stage there is no price for aful

Kinda late but, my aful explorer is going to be delivered in less than a week and I just noticed that this set has no nozzle lips. Do these slip out of your ear? What tips would you recommend?

@Atechreviews

28 күн бұрын

No, they have never slipped out of my ear. The provided stock ear tips work fine, but I use DIVINUS Velvet tips with them for excellent comfort, seal, and bass.

Hope that’s just a sample set cable and aful continues the streak of including banger cables

@Atechreviews

Ай бұрын

I hope so👍

This and the Supermix4 releasing at $139 are gonna be huge competitors with each other. I'm gonna be dying deciding which one to buy

@Atechreviews

Ай бұрын

It’s definitely a tough choice. Let's see.

the graph itself pretty close to u4s with m15 module but with less extension. Very interesting

@Atechreviews

Ай бұрын

That's definitely interesting, and you're right. (except the upper treble maybe?)

Nice review. The MagicOne is one of my favorite IEMs to listen to when I am tired since the bass is BA bass which has much softer attack in comparison to DD bass. I definitely am going to purchase the Explorer. For the CKLVX CK-D41, try Azla SednaEarFit eartips to resolve the fit issue which you are having. When I used EQ to remove the CK-D41's mid bass tuck, the mid bass became noticeably muddy.

@Atechreviews

Ай бұрын

The MagicOne is also a favorite of mine for relaxed listening. Are you referring to the AZLA SednaEarfit XELASTEC? I have a few pairs, so I'll give it a try. Thanks for the tip! 👍🙂

@apollomoonlandings

Ай бұрын

@@Atechreviews Azla SednaEarFit or SednaEarFitLight eartips. These eartips may have been discontinued. MTMTaudio seems to still have them in stock.

@Atechreviews

Ай бұрын

@@apollomoonlandings Thanks for the info. I will check them out 👍

@chillstep4life

17 күн бұрын

Hi would you still recommend the CKLVX D41? I have heard some mixed reviews either very good or very bad. Im not sure what to think

@apollomoonlandings

17 күн бұрын

@@chillstep4life I would recommend the CKLVX D41 only if you like an IEM which has a bit of an earlier rise for the simulated pinna gain, or only if you are willing to use a bit of parametric EQ to tweak the overall sound signature. My EQ settings remove the early rise for the pinna gain and and slightly remove the mid bass tuck. This results in more natural sounding male and female vocals. My EQ settings also slightly roll off the deep sub bass in order to prevent the sub bass from being slightly overpowering. The D41, when using EQ, sounds very nice such that the D41 earned a slot directly adjacent to my Performer 5 in the watch box which contains my favorite IEMs. The D41 occasionally goes on sale for around $140 which is what I think that this IEM is worth. I recently saw the Performer 5 on sale for around $180. I would pick the latter if you can get it on sale and if you can afford it.

Thinking about this or origin next have the yume II listen mostly to metal rock female vocals but also party music and pop in between. Have small ears. And thinking about a second dac the snowy night have the shio from truthear rn.

@Atechreviews

Ай бұрын

I believe the Explorer is ideal for metal music because of the tuning of its mid-range, reducing harshness, shoutiness, and listening fatigue often associated with the genre's harsher elements. Additionally, the Explorer's small earpieces provide a comfortable fit for your ears. I use SnowyNight as a portable DAC/Amp. Great build quality, high power output, detailed, not harsh, and never gets warm. I couldn't ask for more.

between explorer and pula pa02 what do you prefer? could you compare it? i have pula, thanks for the review

@Atechreviews

Ай бұрын

The AFUL Explorer has a more textured and detailed bass with greater slam, along with detailed mid-range and clear vocals, offering an intimate, neutral sound signature with a bass boost. In comparison, the PULA PA02 focuses on vocals but has excess upper treble that can sound splashy with rock music. The PA02 has a wider soundstage, while the Explorer's is more intimate. The Explorer is more comfortable to wear and smaller in size than the PULA PA02 and even the Performer 5. If you own the PA02, you'd enjoy the bass impact and detail of the Explorer, but if you have the Explorer, upgrading to the PA02 would be more of a sidegrade at best. I prefer the Explorer because of the sub-bass, mid-bass, and because it can maintain its clarity during busy music passages.

@saullete

Ай бұрын

@@Atechreviews I already have Pula Pa02, I don’t like rock, but I Listen pop, hiphop, reggaeton, edm. I like my Pula a lot, so I’ll stick with it. Thanks for your answer.

@Atechreviews

Ай бұрын

@@saullete You're welcome. The PULA is a great IEM.

hi Brother - love from India - am a beginner curious audiophile what would be the best V shaped iem OR any IEM resembling 85-90% of Dunu Davinci within USD 175-225 i.e INR 20k budget - are DAC necessary or can i utilize total money onto iems? mainly would listen on iphone 14 promax or Acer SwiftGo core5Ultra laptop - Pls suggest - Note - Since Last 3 yrs I have a Vmoda-Crossfade2(wireless/wired) headphone which i use on my laptops.

@Atechreviews

21 күн бұрын

The closest IEM I tested that sounds like the DaVinci is the AFUL Explorer. I have both and when I compare them side by side, they sound really close, like 85-90%.The difference is the bass of the DaVinci is stronger with better quality and the DaVinci has more treble detail. I also recommend checking out the DUNU Falcon Ultra with the gold nozzle. It comes with excellent accessories, including a top-notch cable and an additional nozzle for more forward mids. Personally, I prefer the blue nozzle. The sound quality is about 70% or more of the DaVinci. I suggest investing 90% of your budget into the IEM itself and getting any budget dongle. I highly recommend the affordable and portable FiiO KA11. It has plenty of power for IEMs, sounds clean and detailed, and is small enough to attach to the IEM cable.

How's the explorer compare to celest relentless?

@Atechreviews

Ай бұрын

Both the AFUL Explorer and Celest Relentless have unique sound signatures. The AFUL Explorer is balanced with a touch of bass boost, offering textured bass. On the other hand, the Celest Relentless, especially with silicon ear tips, has a fun V-shaped tuning that emphasizes the upper midrange and treble. One standout feature of the AFUL Explorer is its ability to maintain a smooth sound even with harsh or aggressive music, never sounding harsh or fatiguing. The Explorer is great for vocals as they sound intimate and rich, while the Relentless excels in treble extension and technical performance. The detail retrieval of the Relentless is a step above the Explorer.

Does the explorer sound warm like the P5 or Fudu? I'm looking for a neutral set, wondering if the Explorer is a good fit

@Atechreviews

Ай бұрын

I haven't had the chance to try the FUDU, so I can't provide any comments on it. However, the Explorer is similar to the Performer 5 but with enhanced bass, greater clarity, and improved detail retrieval in the bass and mid-range.

@calvinlooi4500

Ай бұрын

@@Atechreviews wow seems like it's a much better value than the P5. Any reason why someone should pick the P5 over the explorer then?

@Atechreviews

Ай бұрын

@@calvinlooi4500 The Performer 5 has greater treble extension, enhanced treble detail, and superior instrument separation compared to the Explorer. It also offers a much wider soundstage, better imaging, and lower bass for those who prefer that. In contrast, the Explorer has a more intimate soundstage. The Explorer is expected to provide excellent value, as it leverages all of AFUL's experience and combines the technology from the Performer series and MagicOne, which makes perfect sense.

@calvinlooi4500

Ай бұрын

@@Atechreviews thanks for the detailed comparison! Looking forward to more of your reviews as our preferences seem similar. Bought the Delci after your review :D

@Atechreviews

Ай бұрын

@@calvinlooi4500 Thanks! I hope you like it. 🙂

Can you compare these to mangird tea 2?

@Atechreviews

26 күн бұрын

Unfortunately, I don't have the Mangrid tea 2.

How does it compare to the Doscinco?

@Atechreviews

Ай бұрын

I don't have the Doscinco so can't comment on its sound.

How do you rate the virtual stage at the Explorer?

@Atechreviews

Ай бұрын

Immersive and intimate.

@Ch1vers

Ай бұрын

​@@AtechreviewsHeight, depth, width? Is the 3D scene visualized well in your head? How clearly is the arrangement of musical instruments visible?

Hello friend I'm new in your channel. I have a question, I own S12 regular which I like them but sometimes I want a smooth sound with more bass more punch mid bass and more forward mids. I like the treble in S12 but when I turn up the volume it hurts to me. AFUL Explorer is a good option?

@Atechreviews

4 күн бұрын

Yes. I have the same experience with the Z12 (similar to S12). To me, the AFUL Explorer never sounds sharp, shouty, or sibilant at any volume with any music.

@carlostoledo4083

4 күн бұрын

@@Atechreviews Thank you friend.

@Atechreviews

4 күн бұрын

@@carlostoledo4083 You're welcome! 🙂

@carlostoledo4083

4 күн бұрын

@@Atechreviews Hello again friend, if you don't mind I have another question. I was looking into Dunu da vinci in comparison with Explorer da Vinci is a improvement?. Did you try QoA Adonis 2? If you did, what's your impression.

@Atechreviews

4 күн бұрын

@@carlostoledo4083 I didn't try the QoA Adonis 2. The DaVinci is an improvement but it has much more bass, more forward vocals, and is more detailed.

Intimate vocals with good imaging should be great for asmr. So far AirPods Pro 2’s are my favorite for that lol.

@Atechreviews

Ай бұрын

I haven't tried that yet. Do you have a recommended video for testing it?

@Hijynx87

10 күн бұрын

fastasmr has a lot of close whisper videos with sensitive mics. Massage asmr has a lot of old bangers too, loved his touch tapping series. Ephemeral Rift also has a lot of good ones.

Thank you for the review. That looks like a cheap CVJ cable🤔 very familiar

@Atechreviews

Ай бұрын

Thank you for the info. Do you happen to know which CVJ IEM used it?

@wana.me003

Ай бұрын

@@Atechreviews it looks like the CVJ Ls200 cable, 0.78mm one with a non interchangeable end and no mic. The left right indicators near the pins on this cable are usually red and blue but here it's a uniform silver. I could be wrong. They aren't bad cables because I use them for on-the-go with work to listen to my iems, but Rose Technics Quiet sea is cheaper and comes with a better cable.

@Atechreviews

Ай бұрын

@@wana.me003 Thanks a lot for the info. I will check it out. 👍

@Atechreviews

Ай бұрын

@@wana.me003 I looked into it, and you're right, it seems quite similar. It would be fantastic if they included the interchangeable termination plugs.

@wana.me003

Ай бұрын

@@Atechreviews I agree. If that's the cable then they should have included all the terminations given the price. I have the feeling that sometimes the price of audio gear is a bit of a rip off 😅

How is the timber of it? is it plasticky?

@Atechreviews

Ай бұрын

Not at all. It has a natural timbre.

Would you recommend this or chopin?

@Atechreviews

26 күн бұрын

Chopin.

sorry if I missed it but whats the price of the explorer?

@Atechreviews

Ай бұрын

I was informed it will be priced under $150. At CanJam, they mentioned it would be $120.

@alvarg

Ай бұрын

@@Atechreviews seems like great value for 120

@Atechreviews

Ай бұрын

@@alvarg Definitely.

I am in the market and wonder how much better the AFUL Explorer should be, versus the: Hidizs MP145 ARTTI T10 NiceHCK F1 Pro

@Atechreviews

28 күн бұрын

Given that these are all planars, they will have its unique sound signature. The most noticeable disparities are expected in the bass quality and speed. The Explorer is likely to offer more bass with a greater sense of impact. Another point of differentiation would be the tuning of the mid-range and treble. The Explorer is designed to avoid sounding harsh regardless of the content being played while still having great detail retrieval and instrument separation.

Love the look but wish the branding didn't pop as much. Should have gone for sth a bit more understated. Still, looks like a buy for me.

@Atechreviews

Ай бұрын

I think the branding appears large because the earpieces are smaller than most IEMs I've tried. But I understand your point.

How’s the cohesiveness of the explorer?

@Atechreviews

Ай бұрын

The cohesiveness is impressive. The transitions between the lows, mids, and highs are seamless and well-balanced. It's also great at handling complex tracks without losing detail or clarity.

@tristankrafft4201

Ай бұрын

That’s great to hear! And how is the BA timbre?

@Atechreviews

Ай бұрын

@@tristankrafft4201 There's very little BA timbre, if any at all.

vs simgot supermix 4 ?

@Atechreviews

Ай бұрын

I don't have the Supermix 4.

When is it going to be released? It's still upcoming on hifigo.

@Atechreviews

Ай бұрын

I'm really not sure since I haven't received any information. Maybe give it a few days and see.

@marumaru5480

Ай бұрын

@@Atechreviews Oh ok, by the way how does it compare with the Chopin?

@Atechreviews

Ай бұрын

@@marumaru5480 The Explorer excels in its sub-bass, it is more pronounced. However, in all other aspects, the Chopin shines. It has excellent treble, exceptional detail, forward vocals, and a wider soundstage.

What are your thoughts on Aful performer 5 vs Aful Explorer? I really am looking forward to your response on this. especially the bass comparison.

@Atechreviews

Ай бұрын

The Explorer has better sub-bass, mid-bass, and has more intimate vocals. The difference in the bass quantity and quality is night and day.

@prince5922

Ай бұрын

@@Atechreviews Based on your experience with IEMS, when do you think it will be available for purchase? Approximately of course, I know it's hard to predict.

@Atechreviews

Ай бұрын

@@prince5922 I'm not entirely sure. I'd suggest giving it about a week or so.

@Bapakgw

Ай бұрын

​@@Atechreviewsso you're saying that in the bass sector explorer is out performing a mighty performer? Thats weird

@prince5922

Ай бұрын

​@@BapakgwI know right? So existing

Plans to review EM10?

@Atechreviews

Ай бұрын

Already did.

@Mixail747

Ай бұрын

@@Atechreviews noice! Omw

No comparison to the P5?

@Atechreviews

Ай бұрын

The Explorer has better sub-bass, mid-bass, and has more intimate vocals.

@DrinkWater713

Ай бұрын

@@Atechreviews Thanks! Separation goes to the P5? How abou bass "texture"?

@Atechreviews

Ай бұрын

@@DrinkWater713 The Explorer has better bass with greater texture and quality, surpassing the P5 in both quantity and quality. While the P5 has slightly better separation, the Explorer maintains its clarity and separation even during busier musical passages. On the other hand, the Performer 5 excels in treble clarity and definition.

@DrinkWater713

Ай бұрын

@@Atechreviews Thanks. This is very helpful!

@Atechreviews

Ай бұрын

@@DrinkWater713 You're welcome! 🙂

Want good bass? Get the doscinco that thing is a+ tier for me

@Atechreviews

Ай бұрын

I hadn't heard of it before. I am not a bass head. However, I do appreciate high-quality, textured bass. I'll definitely check it out. Thanks for the recommendation! 👍

@Hijynx87

Ай бұрын

@@Atechreviews it’s a cheaper hype 4 basically

@Atechreviews

Ай бұрын

@@Hijynx87 I like the Hype 4.

Nice baby xens up..wonder if this new kids on the block vs old skol budget Hola..Peace!

@Atechreviews

Ай бұрын

Peace!

Good rival for the Simgot Supermix4...

@Atechreviews

Ай бұрын

Definitely.

Can't find it on Aliexpress

@Atechreviews

Ай бұрын

Give it a few days.

@DrinkWater713

Ай бұрын

​@@AtechreviewsJust today it started selling for 1000 dollars at Aliexpress lol wtf Is that price right?