Wired IEMs
CrinEar Reference
86Outstanding
$350
Full review dataCrinEar Reference vs Hidizs MP145 Limited Golden Titanium Edition: which should you buy?
On aggregated review scores the CrinEar Reference comes out ahead with a HearWiki score of 86. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.
Our pick: CrinEar Reference - Outstanding overall at around $350.
Wired IEMs
Hidizs MP145 Limited Golden Titanium Edition
77Great
$340
Full review dataScore breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
CrinEar Reference leads on 3 of 4 measures.
- CrinEar Reference
- Hidizs MP145 Limited Golden Titanium Edition
HearWiki score
86
77
Sound
9.1
8.1
Value
8.9
4.8
Price (USD)
$350
$340
Specifications
ReferenceMP145 Limited Golden Titanium Edition
- Type
- Wired IEMs
- Wired IEMs
- Price (USD)
- $350
- $340
- HearWiki score
- 86
- 77
- Released
- 2026
- 2024
- Availability
- Sold new
- Still sold new
- Driver
- 2DD + 3BA hybrid
- 14.5 mm planar magnetic
- Driver type
- hybrid
- planar
- Driver configuration
- 2DD + 3BA
- -
- Driver size
- 10 mm
- 14.5 mm
- Drivers per side
- 5
- 1
- Frequency response
- -
- 20 Hz - 40 kHz
- Impedance
- 16 Ω
- 30 Ω
- Sensitivity
- 104 dB/mW
- 104 dB/mW
- Controls
- -
- none
- Weight
- -
- 9.5 g
- Detachable cable
- Yes
- Yes
- USB-C
- -
- No
- Connector
- 4.4 mm balanced
- 4.4 mm balanced
What reviewers said
CrinEar Reference
The CrinEar Reference is a wired in-ear monitor with a hybrid 2DD + 3BA driver setup, offering a balanced and detailed sound signature. It features a detachable 4.4mm balanced cable and relies on a tight seal for passive isolation, making it a strong choice for critical listening at its price point.
- Pro:Hybrid driver configuration delivers rich, layered sound
- Pro:Detachable 4.4mm balanced cable for flexible connectivity
- Pro:Good passive isolation from proper eartip seal
- Con:No active noise cancellation, so external noise isn't fully blocked
- Con:Requires a balanced source to fully utilize the 4.4mm connector
- Con:Fit may be finicky for some users to achieve optimal seal
Hidizs MP145 Limited Golden Titanium Edition
The Hidizs MP145 Limited Golden Titanium Edition is a premium planar magnetic IEM with a 14.5 mm driver, offering a refined acoustic signature compared to the standard model. It delivers richer, more open sound with improved bass texture, clearer mids, and smoother treble, while remaining easy to drive due to its high sensitivity and moderate impedance. The lightweight build and detachable 4.4 mm balanced cable enhance its versatility for critical listening.
- Pro:Refined, richer sound with improved clarity
- Pro:Easy to drive with any source
- Pro:Lightweight and comfortable design
- Con:Limited availability as a special edition
- Con:No inline controls or microphone
- Con:Requires a balanced source for best performance
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