
Sivga Lyrebird vs TRUTHEAR ZERO:2: 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.
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 ZERO:2
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?
The Sivga Lyrebird 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.
- Lyrebird20262 yr newer
- ZERO:22024
Specifications
- Type
- Wired IEMs
- Wired IEMs
- Price (USD)
- $150
- $76
- HearWiki score
- 81
- 73
- Released
- 2026
- 2024
- Availability
- Sold new
- Still sold new
- Driver
- 4-driver hybrid
- 2× 10 mm dynamic
- Driver type
- hybrid
- dynamic
- Driver size
- 10 mm
- 10 mm
- Drivers per side
- 4
- 2
- Frequency response
- 20 Hz - 20 kHz
- 20 Hz - 41 kHz
- Impedance
- 14 Ω
- 5.8 Ω
- Sensitivity
- -
- 119.5 dB/mW
- Sensitivity (dB/Vrms)
- -
- 119.5
- Active noise cancelling
- No
- No
- ANC type
- -
- none
- 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
- -
- Model code
- -
- ZERO:BLUE2
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 ZERO:2
The TRUTHEAR ZERO:2 is a budget-friendly dual-dynamic-driver IEM that builds on its predecessor with refined accessories, lower distortion, and a more premium shell. Its tuning leans bass-forward with clear sub-bass presence and good separation, but the midrange can feel less rich and the treble occasionally sharp. It's a solid pick for gaming and casual listening, though not a perfectly balanced all-rounder.
- Pro:Improved accessories and build quality over the original
- Pro:Strong sub-bass impact and clear instrument separation
- Pro:Low distortion thanks to a well-executed dual-driver crossover
- Con:Bass-heavy tuning may not suit neutral purists
- Con:Midrange can sound a bit recessed or less saturated
- Con:Treble can come across as sharp or brittle at times
Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.
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