Wired IEMs
Aful Cantor
77Great
$800
Full review dataAful Cantor vs Yanyin Canon Pro: which should you buy?
On aggregated review scores the Yanyin Canon Pro comes out ahead with a HearWiki score of 81. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.
Our pick: Yanyin Canon Pro - Great overall at around $400.
Wired IEMs
Yanyin Canon Pro
81Great
$400
Full review dataScore breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
Yanyin Canon Pro leads on 3 of 4 measures.
- Aful Cantor
- Yanyin Canon Pro
HearWiki score
77
81
Sound
8.5
8.5
Value
7.0
7.5
Price (USD)
$800
$400
Generation & platform
The scores rank quality. This is the other question: is the newer one actually newer technology, or the same platform in a new shell?
Same generation
Yanyin Canon Pro (2025) against Aful Cantor (2024). These are the same generation of hardware - nothing in the radio, the codecs or the noise cancelling separates them. Nothing separates them on convenience features either, so the choice comes down to tuning and price.
- Cantor2024
- Canon Pro20251 yr newer
Specifications
CantorCanon Pro
- Type
- Wired IEMs
- Wired IEMs
- Price (USD)
- $800
- $400
- HearWiki score
- 77
- 81
- Released
- 2024
- 2025
- Availability
- Discontinued
- Sold new
- Driver
- 14BA
- 1DD + 6BA hybrid
- Driver type
- balanced-armature
- hybrid
- Driver configuration
- 14BA
- 1DD + 6BA
- Driver size
- -
- 10 mm
- Drivers per side
- 14
- 7
- Impedance
- -
- 18 Ω
- Active noise cancelling
- No
- -
What reviewers said
Aful Cantor
The AFUL Cantor is a premium all-balanced-armature in-ear monitor that prioritizes technical clarity and a balanced, natural soundstage. It delivers excellent detail retrieval and an effortless, spacious presentation, though it demands a deep fit and may not satisfy bass lovers. Its build quality is solid, but the large shell and limited tip compatibility are notable ergonomic considerations.
- Pro:Exceptional detail retrieval and resolution
- Pro:Balanced, natural tonality with convincing timbre
- Pro:Wide and spacious soundstage
- Con:Requires deep fit for optimal performance
- Con:Large shell may be uncomfortable for some
- Con:Bass quantity can feel light on certain tracks
Yanyin Canon Pro
The Yanyin Canon Pro is a hybrid in-ear monitor that pairs a dynamic driver with six balanced armatures, offering a bass-forward yet controlled sound with a relaxed, non-fatiguing character. It excels in detail retrieval, imaging, and staging, with a tuning switch for bass adjustment, making it a versatile choice for listeners who prioritize smoothness and depth over aggressive treble energy. Its polished, well-rounded performance justifies its premium price for those seeking a refined, source-friendly IEM.
- Pro:Powerful yet controlled bass with switchable tuning
- Pro:Excellent detail retrieval and separation
- Pro:Spacious soundstage with precise imaging
- Con:Treble may be too soft for those wanting extra sparkle
- Con:Price is on the higher side for its class
- Con:Bass switch adds complexity without radical changes
Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.
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