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A wired hybrid IEM using an 8mm dynamic bass driver with balanced-armature drivers. The Legacy series is aimed at audiophiles, music enthusiasts and professional musicians.
The Thieaudio Legacy 4 is a wired in-ear monitor that blends an 8mm dynamic driver for low-end punch with balanced-armature drivers for detailed mids and highs. This hybrid configuration targets listeners who want a more analytical yet musical sound, from casual audiophiles to working musicians. Its compact design and standard 3.5mm connection make it a straightforward choice for portable use without extra features like noise cancellation.
Paraphrased from published reviews & specs - not an original hands-on test. Our AI disclosure.
| Driver | hybrid |
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| Driver type | hybrid |
| Driver | hybrid |
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| Driver type | hybrid |
| Connector | 3.5 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 Thieaudio Legacy 4 offers strong technical performance, with excellent detail retrieval, a comfortable build, and a sound that punches above its $195 price point.
12:56The reviewer strongly dislikes the Thieaudio Legacy 4, primarily because they lack soundstage, making the music feel narrow and confined despite clear vocals. They also criticize the excessive packaging and the tuning switches, which they find unnecessary and even headache-inducing. Overall, they do not recommend this product and prefer other models in the same lineup.
47:13The reviewer compares the ThieAudio Legacy 4 and Legacy 5, finding both to be comfortable and well-built hybrid IEMs. He prefers the Legacy 4's tuning switch and overall sound, noting it offers a mild V-shape with good clarity and layering, while the Legacy 5 has a larger fit and stronger isolation but a darker aesthetic. He concludes that the Legacy 4 is the better value and more versatile choice.
15:51The reviewer finds the Thieaudio Legacy 4 to be a highly detailed and resolving IEM with excellent build quality and a comfortable fit, but notes that its bright, upper-mid and lower-treble emphasis can become fatiguing over time. He concludes it's not a game-changer due to this sharpness, but recommends it for treble-tolerant listeners who prioritize maximum micro-detail.
17:56The reviewer is highly impressed with the ThieAudio Legacy 4, praising its premium packaging, beautiful design, and excellent sound quality that punches well above its $195 price point. They note it competes with more expensive IEMs and is a strong recommendation for the price, though they mention a minor concern about the flush two-pin connector and potential corrosion in humid environments.
6:18The reviewer finds the Thieaudio Legacy 4 to be a solid contender in the $200 price bracket, praising its improved bass driver and strong resolution, but notes that the bright tuning can become fatiguing over time. They recommend it over the Legacy 3 and Voyager 3, though they don't consider it a giant killer.
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