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Hidizs MP145 vs Moondrop DUSK: 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.

Score breakdown

Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.

Hidizs MP145
Sound8.5
Value8.0
Moondrop DUSK
Sound9.0
Calls6.0
Value8.0

Specifications

Specification comparison of Hidizs MP145 vs Moondrop DUSK
SpecHidizs MP145Moondrop DUSK
TypeWired IEMsWired IEMs
Price (USD)$207$400
HearWiki score84 / 100 · Great84 / 100 · Great
Released20232023
Audio
Driver14.5mm Ultra-large Planar Magnetic Driver2 dynamic drivers + 2 balanced armatures + 2 planar magnetic drivers
Driver size14.5 mm10 mm
Drivers per side16
Frequency response20Hz-40kHz20Hz-20kHz
Impedance30 Ω14.5 Ω
Sensitivity104 dB/mW119 dB/mW
Wireless
Multipoint pairing-No
Features
Active noise cancelling-No
Companion app-Yes
Custom EQ-Yes
Design
Weight19 g5.97 g
Detachable cableYesYes
USB-CNoYes

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

Moondrop DUSK

The Moondrop DUSK is a sophisticated tribrid in-ear monitor that blends dual dynamics, balanced armatures, and planar tweeters, with both analog and USB-C DSP cable options for versatile use. It delivers strong, well-tuned sound across music, commuting, and casual gaming, though its performance leans heavily on the digital signal processing cable, and its noise isolation and microphone quality are only average. While the accessory package is modest, the core audio performance makes it a compelling choice in its price bracket.

  • Pro:Excellent, refined sound tuning with strong detail retrieval
  • Pro:Versatile USB-C cable offers low-latency audio and microphone support
  • Pro:Hybrid driver array provides a wide, immersive soundstage
  • Con:Sound quality is heavily dependent on the DSP cable for best results
  • Con:Weak passive noise isolation, unsuitable for loud environments
  • Con:Microphone performance is only average for calls or gaming

Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.

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