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AFUL Explorer vs Truthear x Crinacle Zero:BLUE2

Reddit prefers AFUL Explorer โ€” higher sentiment (67% vs 42% positive).

AFUL Explorer
#1 in IEMsReddit favorite

AFUL

AFUL Explorer

$113.99

67

Pros

  • +warm
  • +comfortable
  • +bassy
  • +relaxed

Cons

  • โˆ’dark
  • โˆ’vocals sound sibilant
  • โˆ’A bit pricey
  • โˆ’too chill for rock and metal
โ€œYou came to the conclusion that you prefer the Explorer.โ€
r/iems
Truthear x Crinacle Zero:BLUE2
#46 in IEMs

Truthear

Truthear x Crinacle Zero:BLUE2

$64.99

42

Pros

  • +great deal (pre-owned)
  • +more neutral sound
  • +more sparkle in the treble
  • +bassy (with impedance adapter)

Cons

  • โˆ’very sensitive to impedance
  • โˆ’Likely hisses with certain dacs
  • โˆ’hisses with certain DACs
  • โˆ’inferior sound compared to competitors
โ€œSomeone is selling it on The Indian Audiophile Forum, if you don't mind a pre owned iem, it's a great dealโ€
r/iemlndia