Wired IEMs
Hidizs MP145
84Great
$207
Full review dataHidizs MP145 vs KZ Sonata: which should you buy?
On aggregated review scores the Hidizs MP145 comes out ahead with an HearWiki score of 84. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.
Our pick: Hidizs MP145 - Great overall at around $207.
Wired IEMs
KZ Sonata
76Great
$150
Full review dataScore breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
Hidizs MP145
Sound8.5
Value8.0
KZ Sonata
Sound7.8
Value7.2
Specifications
| Spec | Hidizs MP145 | KZ Sonata |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Wired IEMs | Wired IEMs |
| Price (USD) | $207 | $150 |
| HearWiki score | 84 / 100 · Great | 76 / 100 · Great |
| Released | 2023 | 2024 |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | 14.5mm Ultra-large Planar Magnetic Driver | 28 Balanced Armature Drivers |
| Driver size | 14.5 mm | - |
| Drivers per side | 1 | 14 |
| Frequency response | 20Hz-40kHz | 20Hz-40kHz |
| Impedance | 30 Ω | 22 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 104 dB/mW | 113 dB/mW |
| Features | ||
| Controls | - | none |
| Design | ||
| Weight | 19 g | - |
| Detachable cable | Yes | - |
| USB-C | No | - |
What reviewers said
Hidizs MP145
The Hidizs MP145 is a wired planar magnetic IEM featuring a large 14.5mm driver, delivering a spacious and detailed sound with impressive bass and treble extension. It offers strong technical performance and excellent value for its price, though it requires a capable source to shine due to its lower sensitivity. Overall, it's a well-regarded option for enthusiasts seeking a lively and layered listening experience.
- Pro:Spacious soundstage with excellent layering
- Pro:Detailed treble and impactful bass
- Pro:Great overall value for a planar IEM
- Con:Needs more power than typical phones provide
- Con:Low sensitivity can be demanding on weak sources
- Con:Relatively large and heavy for an IEM
KZ Sonata
The KZ Sonata is a wired, all-balanced-armature in-ear monitor that prioritizes technical ability and clarity over a conventional consumer-friendly sound curve. It delivers a spacious soundstage, crisp vocals, and a surprisingly forceful low-end for a BA setup, though its treble character and physical fit can be polarizing. This is a capable, genre-sensitive performer for detail-oriented listeners rather than a one-size-fits-all tuning.
- Pro:Excellent detail retrieval and separation
- Pro:Wide and immersive soundstage
- Pro:Punchy, well-defined bass for a BA design
- Con:Treble can sound dark or harsh depending on eartips
- Con:Large shell may cause fit issues for smaller ears
- Con:Bass impact may feel lacking for bassheads
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