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A flagship 12-driver universal IEM using dynamic, balanced-armature, electrostatic and bone-conduction transducers. Its four-technology architecture is aimed at high-end audiophile monitoring and music listening.
The Maris is a premium universal in-ear monitor that blends four different driver types—dual dynamics, six balanced armatures, two electrostats, and a bone conductor—to deliver a rich, layered sound. It's built for serious audiophiles who want a reference-grade listening experience with impressive technical performance, though it requires a quality source and careful tip selection to shine. This wired, passive design focuses purely on sonic fidelity rather than convenience features.
Paraphrased from published reviews & specs - not an original hands-on test. Our AI disclosure.
| Driver | 2DD + 6BA + 2EST tribrid |
|---|---|
| Driver type | tribrid |
| Driver configuration | 2DD + 6BA + 2EST |
| Drivers per side | 10 |
| Driver | 2DD + 6BA + 2EST tribrid |
|---|---|
| Driver type | tribrid |
| Driver configuration | 2DD + 6BA + 2EST |
| Drivers per side | 10 |
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 agree the Lime Ears Maris is a top-tier, endgame-quality IEM with excellent build, deep impactful bass, and a warm, detailed, natural sound that handles various genres well.
19:04The reviewer finds the Lime Ears Maris to be a well-tuned, weighty and deep-sounding IEM that aligns closely with their personal preferences, offering a unique layered presentation with strong bass impact and dimensional mids. They praise its ability to handle various genres and its visceral bone-conduction effect, though they note it is best enjoyed at higher volumes.
10:59The reviewer spent several weeks with the Lime Ears Maris and considers it an endgame-quality IEM, scoring 9.54 out of 10 out of the box (S-tier). After applying his own EQ tuning, he raised the score to 9.93 (S+ tier), praising its build, driver configuration, and warm, detailed sound. He highly recommends it, noting it performs exceptionally well even without modification.
13:26The reviewer finds the Lime Ears Maris to be an exceptional, fun-sounding IEM with impactful bass and pristine highs, though it has a mild and safe tuning that may not suit everyone. They recommend it strongly but note that cheaper alternatives like the Incognita or Terra offer similar quality for less money.
11:17The reviewer finds the Lime Ears Maris to be a top-tier, highly resolving earphone with a natural, warm, and balanced sound signature. They praise its tight bass, clean mids, and realistic instrument reproduction, but note that the bone conduction driver's effect was not noticeable to them. Ultimately, they consider it excellent but very expensive, recommending an audition before purchase.
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