Introduction
Shanling is a Chinese company that specializes in producing a variety of audio products from digital audio players (DAPs) to CD players. I would like to thank Shanling for the review unit of AE3. More information about the Shanling AE3 can be found on Shanling.
Specifications
- Driver Configuration: 3 Balanced Armature
- Impedance: 26 Ω
- Sensitivity: 110 ± 3 dB
- Frequency Range: 20 Hz – 40 kHz
Unboxing & Accessories
The AE3 comes in a black package with a protective cover which sports the brand logo, short description of the AE3, model name, sonion logo and Hi-Res logo. There are specifications at the back of the cover. After opening the package, there are the AE3, detachable 2 pins 0.78mm 4 core silver-plated oxygen-free copper cable, tips, leather carrying case and user guide.
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Audio123 Reviews 
Do you take it over the SA3
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It depends on the music genres. Cheers.
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I really like the SA3. Do you think the ae3 is an upgrade or just a side grade. Thank you.
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The AE3 has a fuller sound. It depends on your preference. Cheers.
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This or the Fiio FH3? They’re priced exactly the same from where I’m getting them.
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I prefer the AE3. Cheers.
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Any chances how do they compare to Massdrop Plus?
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Don’t have Massdrop Plus to compare. Cheers.
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Which one do you orefer between ae3 n ikko oh10?
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For a warm and full-bodied sound, AE3. Otherwise, OH10.
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Hi audio123, wish a better year than last one to you all!
I’m actually searching for a pair of IEM with a neutral signature, kind of reference like. I produce music (post-punk/hx/rock, math rock, some djenty stuff and a bit of rap and EDM) on Ableton. I’d like the most neutral signature to help balancing my mix (I usually monitor on Fluid F5 and K702). Aside, I personally listen to all kind of punk, blues, soul, prog/psych, metal on djenty and core sides, IDM, rap, jazz and classic.
I hesitate betwin Dunu Sa3 and Shanling Ae3 which have similar specs/construction. I understand that Ae3 seems to have a fuller sound but according to your feelings, which one feels the most neutral/reference like?
Though, I’ve read good reviews about the CVJ CSN, qualified as neutral by many testers. Did you got a chance to give it a listen? Or do you think it could compete with the 2 others?
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I will recommend AE3. Cheers.
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