Wired IEMs
CrinEar Reference
86Outstanding
$350
Full review dataCrinEar Reference vs Ziigaat Doscinco: 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
Ziigaat Doscinco
67Good
$270
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
- Ziigaat Doscinco
HearWiki score
86
67
Sound
9.1
7.5
Value
8.9
7.3
Price (USD)
$350
$270
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
The CrinEar Reference is 2 years newer, but it is 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.
- Reference20262 yr newer
- Doscinco2024
Specifications
ReferenceDoscinco
- Type
- Wired IEMs
- Wired IEMs
- Price (USD)
- $350
- $270
- HearWiki score
- 86
- 67
- Released
- 2026
- 2024
- Availability
- Sold new
- Discontinued
- Driver
- 2DD + 3BA hybrid
- 2DD + 3BA hybrid
- Driver type
- hybrid
- hybrid
- Driver configuration
- 2DD + 3BA
- 2DD + 3BA
- Driver size
- 10 mm
- 10 mm
- Drivers per side
- 5
- 5
- Impedance
- 16 Ω
- 11 Ω
- Sensitivity
- 104 dB/mW
- -
- Detachable cable
- Yes
- -
- Connector
- 4.4 mm balanced
- -
What reviewers said
CrinEar Reference
The CrinEar Reference is a wired in-ear monitor that combines two dynamic drivers with three balanced armatures in a hybrid setup, offering a detailed and engaging sound signature. Its secure fit provides good passive noise isolation, making it a reliable choice for critical listening at its price point. The detachable 4.4mm balanced cable adds versatility for audiophiles with compatible sources.
- Pro:Effective passive noise isolation from a snug seal
- Pro:Hybrid driver configuration delivers a rich, layered sound
- Pro:Detachable balanced cable for enhanced audio quality and durability
- Con:Requires a source with a 4.4mm balanced output for full benefit
- Con:No active noise cancellation, so ambient noise may be present in louder environments
Ziigaat Doscinco
The Ziigaat Doscinco is a bass-forward hybrid IEM that delivers substantial low-end punch and warmth while retaining enough treble energy to avoid sounding overly dark. It offers solid technical performance for its price point, though its tuning prioritizes impact and musicality over ultimate clarity or airiness. This makes it a great pick for listeners who enjoy a lively, engaging sound signature rather than a reference-neutral one.
- Pro:Powerful, deep sub-bass and impactful mid-bass
- Pro:Warm, rich lower mids that add body to vocals
- Pro:Good treble extension that prevents a dull presentation
- Con:Not the most resolving or separated soundstage in its class
- Con:Treble rolls off early, limiting openness and sparkle
- Con:Bass-heavy tuning may overwhelm fans of neutral or balanced sound
Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.
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