Wired IEMs
Moondrop Solis II
70Good
$3,000
Full review dataMoondrop Solis II vs Subtonic STORM: which should you buy?
Specs, scores and condensed review verdicts for the Moondrop Solis II vs Subtonic STORM, side by side. Where a product has no HearWiki score yet, not enough reviews have been aggregated to rate it.
Wired IEMs
Subtonic STORM
Not yet scored
$5,200
Full review dataScore breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
Moondrop Solis II leads on 4 of 4 measures.
- Moondrop Solis II
- Subtonic STORM
HearWiki score
70
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Sound
8.6
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Value
5.2
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Price (USD)
$3,000
$5,200
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 Subtonic STORM 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.
- Solis II2020
- STORM20222 yr newer
Specifications
Solis IISTORM
- Type
- Wired IEMs
- Wired IEMs
- Price (USD)
- $3,000
- $5,200
- HearWiki score
- 70
- Not scored
- Released
- 2020
- 2022
- Availability
- Still sold new
- Discontinued
- Driver
- 2DD + 2BA + 4EST tribrid
- 5BA + 2EST hybrid
- Driver type
- tribrid
- hybrid
- Driver configuration
- 2DD + 2BA + 4EST
- 5BA + 2EST
- Driver size
- 10 mm
- -
- Drivers per side
- 8
- 7
- Frequency response
- 20 Hz - 20 kHz
- -
- Sound signature
- neutral-warm
- -
- Impedance
- 10 Ω
- 6.1 Ω
- Sensitivity
- 101 dB/mW
- -
- Sensitivity (dB/Vrms)
- 121
- -
- Active noise cancelling
- No
- -
- Controls
- none
- -
- Voice assistant
- No
- -
- Weight
- 22.5 g
- -
- Detachable cable
- Yes
- -
- Connector
- 3.5 mm
- 2-pin 0.78 mm
- Model code
- Solis 2
- -
What reviewers said
Moondrop Solis II
The Moondrop Solis II is a premium wired tribrid IEM with an intricate eight-driver configuration designed for a smooth, detailed, and engaging neutral-warm sound. Its low impedance and high sensitivity make it easy to drive from most sources, while the luxury build and extensive accessories cater to discerning audiophiles. The dual-dynamic driver system aims to deliver a unique, planar-like responsiveness within a compact shell.
- Pro:Intricate 2DD + 2BA + 4EST tribrid driver array for layered detail
- Pro:Neutral-warm tuning that remains smooth and engaging
- Pro:Easy to drive thanks to low impedance and high sensitivity
- Con:Very high price point limits accessibility
- Con:No inline controls or voice assistant support
- Con:Requires a quality source to fully realize its technical potential
Subtonic STORM
This flagship in-ear monitor aims to deliver a studio-main-monitor-like reference sound, blending two custom low-frequency drivers with five balanced-armature and two electrostatic drivers for a detailed, high-end listening experience. Priced at around $5200, it's a wired, passive design with a 2-pin connector and a low 6.1-ohm impedance, targeting audiophiles seeking a neutral, accurate tuning.
- Pro:Reference-grade neutrality for critical listening
- Pro:Complex hybrid driver setup offers detailed treble and tight bass
- Pro:High-end build and tuning for serious audiophiles
- Con:Very expensive at ~$5200
- Con:Low impedance may require a powerful source
- Con:No noise cancellation or wireless convenience
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