Sound Analysis
Lows
The AE3 has moderate sub-bass quantity and it is extended well. The sub-bass reproduction is able to provide a natural rumble. The bass decay is quick. The bass texture is rendered smoothly. The mid-bass has fair body and there is a punchy presentation. Each bass note is articulated tightly and impact is brought out well.
Mids
The midrange has an organic presentation. Vocals are bodied and they are belted out in a soothing manner. The lower midrange has good quantity and male vocals are expressed with lushness. The upper midrange is forward and there is an intimate female vocals display. There is a smooth listen.
Highs
The treble is extended well with no sibilance and harshness. There is good body and the presentation is controlled. The crisp has moderate definition and there is some sparkle. There is a fair amount of air rendered. The treble expression is smooth which contributes to a fatigue-free listen.
Soundstage
The AE3 has a natural soundstage expansion. The width has great magnitude. The depth has an effective amount of space rendered.
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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