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85The reviewer rates the MP145 very highly for soundstage, technical performance, and overall value. The published scoring strongly favors its spacious presentation and lively planar character.
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At a glance
- Brand
- Hidizs
- Type
- Wired IEMs
- Fit
- -
- Connection
- Wired
- Noise cancelling
- -
- Released
- 2023
Score breakdowngreat overall
Sound8.1
Value8.4
The HearWiki takeAI-condensed
The Hidizs MP145 is a wired planar magnetic IEM featuring a 14.5 mm driver that delivers a spacious, detailed sound with strong bass and treble extension. It offers excellent technical performance and value for its price, but its low sensitivity and 30 ohm impedance mean it benefits from a dedicated amplifier rather than a basic phone output.
What works
- Spacious and well-layered soundstage
- Detailed treble and impactful bass
- Strong planar technical performance for the price
- Detachable cable with 4.4 mm balanced connector
What doesn't
- Requires more power than typical phone outputs
- Low sensitivity may limit portable use
- Larger size and weight may affect fit for some users
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Specifications
| Driver | 14.5 mm planar magnetic |
|---|---|
| Driver type | planar |
| Driver size | 14.5 mm |
| Drivers per side | 1 |
| Frequency response | 20 Hz - 40 kHz |
| Impedance | 30 Ω |
Audio
| Driver | 14.5 mm planar magnetic |
|---|---|
| Driver type | planar |
| Driver size | 14.5 mm |
| Drivers per side | 1 |
| Frequency response | 20 Hz - 40 kHz |
| Impedance | 30 Ω |
Design
| Weight | 9.5 g |
|---|---|
| Detachable cable | Yes |
| USB-C | No |
| Connector | 4.4 mm balanced |
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The consensus
Mixedacross 5 videosReviewers agree the Hidizs MP145 offers impressive planar sound with strong bass, good resolution, and a wide soundstage, often praising its dynamic presentation and value at early-bird pricing.
Reviewers liked
- Strong bass and sub-bass with good punch
- High resolution and detailed sound
- Wide, open soundstage
- Good value at early-bird or discounted prices
Reviewers flagged
- Large, heavy shells and wide nozzles cause fit issues for some
- Treble can be fatiguing or lack energy depending on tuning
- Red and silver nozzles are less balanced than the gold/rose gold
- Higher MSRP reduces competitiveness
18:12Hidizs MP145 Review & Comparison
The reviewer is highly impressed with the Hidizs MP145, praising its dynamic, fast, and organic sound that closely rivals the Shure KSE1500, along with its wide soundstage and comfortable fit despite the large size. They note the importance of using the included tuning nozzles to find the preferred sound, as the silver and red options were too bright or too subdued, respectively, while the gold nozzle provided the best balance. Overall, it is a strong recommendation for those seeking a high-performance planar IEM.
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15:55Hidizs MP145 Review
The reviewer finds the Hidizs MP145 planar IEMs to be a well-built, comfortable, and balanced-sounding product with an organic, smooth, and warm signature. They praise the excellent resolution, deep controlled bass, and expansive soundstage, but note the treble lacks energy and the red tuning filters are less appealing. They recommend the IEMs strongly at the early-bird Kickstarter price of $139, but find the $199 MSRP a harder sell, especially compared to the cheaper and more exciting Letshuoer S12.
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10:17Hidizs MP145 - A Whale of a Good Time - Planar IEM under $150
The reviewer finds the Hidizs MP145 to be a well-executed planar IEM with a fun, V-shaped sound signature that offers strong bass and good technicalities, though it has some treble fatigue and a large fit. They recommend it strongly at the early Kickstarter price of $109, and still consider it very good at $150, but suggest the Quintet as a better option if the price approaches $200.
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4:27I wish I could love these.. - Hidizs MP145 review
The reviewer finds the Hidizs MP145 to sound excellent with strong sub-bass, natural timbre, and good imaging, but is ultimately unable to recommend them due to severe comfort issues—the heavy, bulky metal shells fit poorly and cause discomfort even within an hour. He suggests that if they fit your ears, they are worth buying, but the fit is a significant gamble.
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21:08Hidizs MP145 - All That and a Whale Tail
The reviewer finds the Hidizs MP145 to be a highly appealing planar IEM that successfully blends a dynamic-driver-like, bassy tuning with the resolution and extension of a planar driver. It is praised for its fun, easy-going sound signature and value at $120, though the large shells and nozzles are a significant fit concern for smaller ears. The reviewer recommends experimenting with the included tips and using a good source to get the best experience.
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