Wired IEMs
DUNU Falcon Ultra
81Great
$220
Full review dataDUNU Falcon Ultra vs Yu9 Audio Que: which should you buy?
On aggregated review scores the Yu9 Audio Que comes out ahead with a HearWiki score of 83. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.
Our pick: Yu9 Audio Que - Great overall at around $399.
Wired IEMs
Yu9 Audio Que
83Great
$400
Full review dataScore breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
Neither pulls ahead overall - they trade wins across the measures.
- DUNU Falcon Ultra
- Yu9 Audio Que
HearWiki score
81
83
Sound
8.5
8.5
Value
8.0
8.0
Price (USD)
$220
$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
The Yu9 Audio Que 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.
- Falcon Ultra2023
- Que20252 yr newer
Specifications
Falcon UltraQue
- Type
- Wired IEMs
- Wired IEMs
- Price (USD)
- $220
- $400
- HearWiki score
- 81
- 83
- Released
- 2023
- 2025
- Availability
- Discontinued
- Sold new
- Driver
- 1DD
- 1DD + 3BA hybrid
- Driver type
- dynamic
- hybrid
- Driver configuration
- 1DD
- 1DD + 3BA
- Driver size
- 10.7 mm
- 10 mm
- Drivers per side
- 1
- 4
- Impedance
- 16 Ω
- -
- Weight
- 10 g
- -
- Connector
- MMCX
- -
What reviewers said
DUNU Falcon Ultra
The DUNU Falcon Ultra is a wired single-dynamic-driver IEM that offers a well-balanced, technically capable sound in a compact, well-built shell. It's a versatile performer for its price, though its sound can vary with the source and it provides only average isolation. Overall, it earns strong praise as a well-rounded, easy-to-recommend option for portable audiophile use.
- Pro:Excellent build quality
- Pro:Balanced and clear sound signature
- Pro:Strong technical performance for the price
- Con:Sound quality is source-dependent
- Con:Average isolation
- Con:No noise cancellation or wireless functionality
Yu9 Audio Que
The Yu9 Audio Que is a wired hybrid IEM that delivers a refined, flagship-inspired sound for under $500, blending controlled bass, organic mids, and airy treble with impressive spatial cues. Its vented shell prevents pressure buildup and offers strong technical performance, though the wide nozzle and fit may be a consideration for some listeners. Overall, it presents excellent value as a versatile, engaging single-set option.
- Pro:Organic and natural midrange presentation
- Pro:Controlled bass with good punch and texture
- Pro:Airy treble that adds sparkle without harshness
- Con:Wide nozzle may cause fit issues for some ears
- Con:No noise cancellation or wireless options
- Con:Stock cable could feel stiff for some users
Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.
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