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69/ 100
Good
HearWiki score
Good value
$110
typical price, USD
Discontinuedupdated 
At a glance
- Brand
- DUNU
- Type
- Wired IEMs
- Fit
- -
- Connection
- Wired
- Noise cancelling
- No
- Released
- 2022
Score breakdowngood overall
Sound7.5
Value7.4
A wired dual-mode hybrid IEM with one 14.6 mm planar-magnetic driver and two balanced-armature drivers. Its switchable planar-only and planar+BA modes target listeners who want two different tunings in one IEM.
The HearWiki takeAI-condensed
The DUNU Talos is a hybrid in-ear monitor pairing a 14.6mm planar driver with dual balanced armatures, delivering a lively, W-shaped sound with wide staging and precise imaging. It offers dual tuning personalities—a smoother planar mode and a brighter, more aggressive hybrid mode—making it a flexible but detail-forward choice for discerning listeners. Best appreciated with a capable source, its crisp treble and spatial clarity shine, though the energetic balance may not suit treble-sensitive users.
What works
- Wide, immersive soundstage with strong imaging
- Dual tuning modes for versatile sound signatures
- Excellent technical detail and clarity for the price
- Lightweight and comfortable 14g build
What doesn't
- Bright upper-midrange can cause glare on some tracks
- Hybrid mode may feel too aggressive for some
- Requires a decent amplifier to perform at its best
Paraphrased from published reviews & specs - not an original hands-on test. Our AI disclosure.
Specifications
| Driver | 2-driver hybrid |
|---|---|
| Driver type | hybrid |
| Drivers per side | 2 |
| Impedance | 16 Ω |
Audio
| Driver | 2-driver hybrid |
|---|---|
| Driver type | hybrid |
| Drivers per side | 2 |
| Impedance | 16 Ω |
Design
| Weight | 14 g |
|---|
What the reviews said
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What YouTube reviewers say
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.
The consensus
Positiveacross 6 videosReviewers largely agree that the DUNU Talos excels in its planar-only mode, offering a neutral, natural, and well-resolved sound with strong midrange clarity and a wide soundstage, while the hybrid BA mode is widely criticized as too bright, treble-heavy, and fatiguing.
Reviewers liked
- Neutral, natural, and well-tuned planar mode with excellent midrange clarity
- Wide soundstage and strong technicalities like detail retrieval and resolution
- High-quality build, ergonomic fit, and premium cable/accessories
Reviewers flagged
- Hybrid BA mode is too bright, sibilant, and fatiguing
- Bass is polite and lacks impact, not ideal for bassheads or energetic genres
- Poor vertical imaging and separation for competitive gaming; price-to-performance ratio is debatable
11:06BEST TUNED Planar IEM - Dunu Talos Review
The reviewer highly recommends the DUNU Talos, praising its neutral, open, and natural tuning, especially in planar-only mode, which he finds superior to the hybrid BA mode. He notes it excels in mid-range clarity and is comfortable for long listening sessions, though it lacks bass impact and airiness compared to other planars. Overall, he gives it a strong thumbs up for its unique, versatile sound signature.
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24:02The PERFECT PLANAR? Dunu Talos REVIEW
The reviewer finds the Dunu Talos to be a handsome, well-built planar IEM with a lean neutral, mid-forward sound signature and excellent treble extension. He praises its ergonomics and cable, but strongly advises ignoring the tuning switch, which adds excessive treble and sibilance. Overall, he considers it a strong contender in its price range, though not without flaws.
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14:52Quest for the Best Planar for Gaming - Dunu Talos / Moondrop Stellaris / Letshuoer Z12
The reviewer compares three planar IEMs for gaming, concluding that while the Dunu Talos excels in music playback with a balanced, natural sound, it performs the worst of the three for competitive gaming due to poor vertical imaging, weak separation, and inaccurate depth perception, making it unsuitable for titles like Apex Legends and Valorant.
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12:09World best Planar? Dunu Talos Earphones Planar Wars 8
The reviewer compares the DUNU Talos to the Woo and Hook X, finding it technically capable with excellent midrange resolution, but notes its polite bass and slightly hot treble. They consider it a good but pricey option, with the BA switch mode being a confusing feature they don't use.
MixedWatch on YouTube
14:10Review of the Dunu Talos, their new S & S and Candy Ear Tips.
The reviewer finds the Dunu Talos to be a solid hybrid IEM with excellent build and design, but prefers the planar-only tuning mode over the hybrid mode, which they find too bright and fatiguing. They praise the planar mode's natural, well-controlled sound and wide soundstage, ultimately giving it a strong recommendation despite minor shortcomings in upper treble and detail retrieval.
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19:19Dunu Talos Planar iem (Earphones) | Review
The reviewer finds the Dunu Talos to be a technically impressive planar IEM with excellent soundstage, detail retrieval, and a neutral-natural tuning, but considers the $200 price slightly high for the incremental performance over other planar options. It's recommended for critical listeners of classical, jazz, and orchestral music, while pop and electronic fans may find cheaper alternatives.
MixedWatch on YouTube
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