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Sivga Lyrebird vs TRUTHEAR PURE: which should you buy?

On aggregated review scores the Sivga Lyrebird comes out ahead with a HearWiki score of 81. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.

Our pick: Sivga Lyrebird - Outstanding overall at around $149.

Score breakdown

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

Sivga Lyrebird leads on 3 of 4 measures.

  • Sivga Lyrebird
  • TRUTHEAR PURE
HearWiki score
81
77
Sound
8.4
7.5
Value
9.0
8.0
Price (USD)
$150
$79

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

Sivga Lyrebird (2026) against TRUTHEAR PURE (2025). These are 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.

  • Lyrebird20261 yr newer
  • PURE2025

Specifications

LyrebirdPURE
Type
Wired IEMs
Wired IEMs
Price (USD)
$150
$79
HearWiki score
81
77
Released
2026
2025
Availability
Sold new
Sold new
Driver
4-driver hybrid
1DD + 3BA hybrid
Driver type
hybrid
hybrid
Driver configuration
-
1DD + 3BA
Driver size
10 mm
10 mm
Drivers per side
4
4
Frequency response
20 Hz - 20 kHz
7 Hz - 40 kHz
Impedance
14 Ω
13.8 Ω
Sensitivity
-
124 dB/mW
Sensitivity (dB/Vrms)
-
124
Active noise cancelling
No
No
Weight
6.5 g
-
Detachable cable
Yes
Yes
USB-C
No
No
Connector
4.4 mm balanced
2-pin 0.78 mm
Balanced connection
Yes
-

What reviewers said

Sivga Lyrebird

The Sivga Lyrebird is a wired quad-driver hybrid IEM that delivers a lively, well-separated sound with punchy bass and smooth treble, appealing to both music lovers and gamers. Its lightweight, comfortable build and premium construction add to its value, though the 4.4mm balanced-only connection may require an adapter for many users. Overall, it offers strong technical performance for the price, with minor caveats in sub-bass depth and tuning for certain genres.

  • Pro:Excellent soundstage and instrument separation
  • Pro:Energetic, engaging tuning with smooth treble
  • Pro:Lightweight and comfortable for long sessions
  • Con:4.4mm balanced plug limits compatibility without adapter
  • Con:Sub-bass depth could be stronger
  • Con:Tuning less convincing with heavier music

TRUTHEAR PURE

The TRUTHEAR PURE is a warm-leaning hybrid IEM that pairs a clean, natural midrange with smooth, non-fatiguing treble and tight bass. It prioritizes easy, comfortable listening over raw technical performance, making it a solid value pick for those who prefer a relaxed, darker tuning in the sub-$100 range. While it resolves well enough for most genres, its soundstage and imaging are not its strongest suits.

  • Pro:Warm, natural midrange with smooth treble
  • Pro:Tight and clean bass response
  • Pro:Comfortable fit and solid build quality
  • Con:Detail retrieval is not class-leading
  • Con:Soundstage feels somewhat narrow
  • Con:Warm tuning may be too relaxed for some listeners

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

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