Westone ES10
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At a glance
- Brand
- Westone
- Type
- Wired IEMs
- Fit
- -
- Connection
- Wired
- Noise cancelling
- No
- Released
- 2018
The Westone Audio ES10 is a custom-fit in-ear monitor with a single balanced armature driver, offering 25dB of passive noise reduction and a handcrafted acrylic housing for precise acoustic symmetry.
The HearWiki takeAI-condensed
The Westone ES10 is a wired, custom-fit in-ear monitor built around a single balanced-armature driver, housed in handcrafted acrylic for acoustic precision. It relies on a snug physical seal for passive noise reduction rather than any active circuitry, making it a straightforward, high-sensitivity option for critical listening.
What works
- Custom acrylic shell ensures a precise, comfortable fit
- High sensitivity (114 dB) makes it easy to drive from most sources
- Single balanced-armature driver delivers clear, focused sound
- Passive isolation from the custom seal helps block ambient noise
What doesn't
- No active noise cancellation or wireless features
- Limited frequency response up to 18 kHz may not suit treble enthusiasts
- No water resistance, so it's not ideal for workouts or wet conditions
Paraphrased from published reviews & specs - not an original hands-on test. Our AI disclosure.
Specifications
| Driver | balanced armature |
|---|---|
| Driver type | balanced-armature |
| Drivers per side | 1 |
| Frequency response | 20 Hz - 18 kHz |
| Impedance | 25 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 114 dB/mW |
Audio
| Driver | balanced armature |
|---|---|
| Driver type | balanced-armature |
| Drivers per side | 1 |
| Frequency response | 20 Hz - 18 kHz |
| Impedance | 25 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 114 dB/mW |
Features
| Active noise cancelling | No |
|---|
Design
| Water resistance | none |
|---|---|
| USB-C | No |
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