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A wired single-dynamic-driver IEM built around a DLC diaphragm and a strong N52-neodymium magnetic circuit. The Classic revises the Kima tuning for a cleaner, more transparent presentation.
This wired in-ear monitor features a single dynamic driver with a diamond-like carbon diaphragm and a powerful N52 magnet setup. It’s a revised version of the Kima, aimed at delivering a clearer and more open sound signature. Priced around $110, it’s a straightforward, no-frills option for listeners who prefer a wired connection without active noise cancellation.
Paraphrased from published reviews & specs - not an original hands-on test. Our AI disclosure.
| Driver | 1DD |
|---|---|
| Driver type | dynamic |
| Driver configuration | 1DD |
| Drivers per side | 1 |
| Impedance | 32 Ω |
| Driver | 1DD |
|---|---|
| Driver type | dynamic |
| Driver configuration | 1DD |
| Drivers per side | 1 |
| Impedance | 32 Ω |
| Connector | 2-pin 0.78 mm |
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Video reviews we found, each condensed to its verdict. They do feed the HearWiki score, at a measured weight below what a published written review carries.
Reviewers largely agree that the DUNU Kima Classic is a well-built IEM with excellent physical quality, a good cable, and a comfortable fit, while its sound signature is a point of contention.
11:35The reviewer finds the DUNU Kima Classic to be a significant improvement over the original Kima, addressing all major tuning and technical issues. It offers a well-balanced V-shaped sound with enhanced bass, more natural mids and treble, and better detail retrieval, making it the top recommendation for a V-shaped IEM at the $100 price point.
8:24The reviewer finds the Dunu Kima Classic IEMs disappointing, describing them as bass-light, unengaging, and lacking the V-shaped tuning claimed by the manufacturer. Despite praising the build quality and cable, he does not recommend them at this price point, especially when better alternatives exist.
17:05The reviewer finds the Dunu Kima Classic to be a well-executed improvement over the original Kima, with a warmer, more musical tuning that adds bass and treble energy while recessing the mids slightly. It excels with genres like pop, R&B, and trance, though the original may still be preferred for classical and orchestral listening. Overall, it's a fun, engaging IEM with better technical performance in the bass and treble regions, though the mids are less forward.
10:18The reviewer finds the Dunu Kima Classic to be a solid, well-built IEM with a clear and vibrant sound, though it doesn't stand out sonically among its $109 peers. The build quality and cable are praised as above average, but the sound is considered merely on par with competitors, with a slight V-shape and good clarity. Overall, it's a decent choice for those seeking that specific sound signature, but not exceptional.
5:29The reviewer finds the DUNU Kima Classic to be a well-built IEM with a solid accessory package and generally good sound, but notes a problematic treble peak around 5 kHz that can cause discomfort. They feel the sound quality alone doesn't justify the over-$100 price, suggesting it would be an easy recommendation at around $80.
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