THE BEST OF MOONDROP?! Moondrop Kato Review

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Комментарии • 144

  • @TheUltimateDranzer
    @TheUltimateDranzer 2 года назад +8

    Amazing video as always bro, I love the fact you don't hesitate to say "this one is better than this other one" in your opinion and giving arguments, instead of other reviewers who just throw bullshit as "try both", "own both", "I can't choose for you", etc. I hope you to make a review of Tri I3 Pro and also watch headphone reviews such as HD 560S and Grado SR125X would be amazing. Btw keep it with the kpop recommendations haha.

  • @fluffycat9667
    @fluffycat9667 2 года назад +32

    How the kato compare to the tanchjim oxygen?

  • @zed8080
    @zed8080 2 года назад +9

    Thanks for the great reviews, please keep them coming. Especially love the comparisons.
    I have the Spaceship and was about to hit buy on the Aria, when the KATO dropped. I put in a pre-order for the Kato, to get the free cable, but I'm doubting if I made the right decision. Kato or Aria? I'm still new to this. I bought the Tin T2 and Blon 03, as my start last year, and I like both sounds.

    • @YaviOld
      @YaviOld 2 года назад +2

      Currently the same. Own the Aria & Sparks.
      Procrastinating between copper cable+Azla crystal fitting & E1DA PowerDac
      Or just the Kato.
      I miss a bit more soundstage on the Aria, although he compares it as the "best soundstage of all'
      Aria's to me are not thaat booring, sadly a bit too shimmering, but good with the Mis-Tips (they come out large)
      Wouldn't upgrade as Aria owner, but i got excited for sure
      I want a better Moondrop cable :(

  • @quikspecv4d
    @quikspecv4d 2 года назад +2

    I have the Kanas Pro that came before the KXXS. It’s pretty good. Glad to see the formula evolve.

  • @JunJunMusume
    @JunJunMusume 2 года назад +18

    I have ordered a Dusk recently but it has yet to arrive but I am thinking on getting something else, cheaper, to walk around with and I was leading towards the Aria but now I wonder if the KATO would be a good choice as well.

  • @ernest4483
    @ernest4483 2 года назад +1

    Another great content review Timmy, I do own the Moondrop Kanas Pro probably I might get the Kato down the road, and have a great, wonderful, blessed, positive, productive and safe weekend

  • @carminedesanto6746
    @carminedesanto6746 2 года назад +10

    Fantastic review🤘
    I have the Moondrop Aria..and to beat it in my collection I went to the IKKO OH10’s..and my goodness what an amazing IEM🥲.
    The Aria is incredibly relaxing and very approachable..the IKKO is the audiophiles IEM’s.
    Once again , great vid🍻

  • @vianhoho19
    @vianhoho19 2 года назад +13

    I'm definitely saving up for these. Was aiming for the Blessing 2 but thought that it might be too pricy for the kind of money I'm currently making so maybe next time.
    Also, am I the only one who noticed that the outfit of the waifu in the packaging looks eerily similar to the outfit worn by another Kato? LOL

    • @vianhoho19
      @vianhoho19 2 года назад

      @wefwq10 imma call mine Megumi when I get them 😂

    • @Sand_1995
      @Sand_1995 2 года назад +6

      @wefwq10 don't buy the kato. Its bad value. B2 fully justifies its price. The kato is just a neutral tuned aria. Not worth 3x the price of an aria. Get an aria or an fh3 instead. FH3 is much better than starfields for me. Sounds refined and clear.

    • @walsin4999
      @walsin4999 2 года назад

      Nah, save up for B2

    • @walsin4999
      @walsin4999 2 года назад

      You're already cashing in a lot, why not save up a little more for something better?

  • @hrvojekant9415
    @hrvojekant9415 2 года назад +3

    Thank you ... nice review as always.
    My humble oppinion is that up to 200 US $ IKKO model OH 10 is one of the best....only its cable is very modest...indeed.
    Please, I ask You kindly for the suggestion for better one, but not too pricy.

  • @Henswey
    @Henswey 2 года назад +14

    i'm thinking to get the moon drop Aria's as my first IEM, But now watching this vid should i get the kato instead with a $150 budget?

    • @ferigalung
      @ferigalung 2 года назад +2

      it depend on your budget, don't push your budget too hard. just saying
      aria's good

    • @ddmareo
      @ddmareo 2 года назад

      no skip the aria ffs

    • @filosavage7475
      @filosavage7475 2 года назад +3

      Get the kato. The aria stock cable sucks and might as well go a little further then stop halfway

    • @JetSe77er
      @JetSe77er 10 месяцев назад

      I have both and I like the Aria more. It sounds more fun to listen to.

  • @ReavenZero
    @ReavenZero 2 года назад +2

    Great Review as always! I‘d be interested in a comparision between the Hana 2021 and the Kato :)

  • @Weareonenation303
    @Weareonenation303 2 года назад +20

    The Kato is basically a KXXS with better accessories, I see zero reason to buy a Kato if you own the KXXS or one of it's cheaper revisions.
    Skipping on this one as I already own the Starfield. Hope you review the Falcon Pro, people say the bass on these is fantastic.

    • @TonkyTronicus
      @TonkyTronicus 2 года назад

      Bass on Falcon Pro is the best I've ever heard. The hype is real.

    • @mensrea1251
      @mensrea1251 2 года назад

      Falcon Pros seem more mid bass focused compared to the KXXS which have stronger sub bass, at least according to the FR graph. I suppose that might leave a stronger impression on bassheads but the danger as always is bloat and bleed.

    • @TonkyTronicus
      @TonkyTronicus 2 года назад

      @@mensrea1251 Bloat and bleed deez nuts. Falcon pro is bae

    • @mensrea1251
      @mensrea1251 2 года назад

      @@TonkyTronicus What are you even trying to say.

    • @TonkyTronicus
      @TonkyTronicus 2 года назад

      @@mensrea1251 i have no idea

  • @dmist_
    @dmist_ 2 года назад

    Thanks for the review! I just bought myself a Kato

    • @aon9902
      @aon9902 2 года назад

      how are you liking the Kato's?

  • @danrdey
    @danrdey 2 года назад

    Thank you , indeed very good review and comparison .

  • @jjcornelio7741
    @jjcornelio7741 2 года назад

    great review as usual

  • @fowchiiiliedpuppiesdied
    @fowchiiiliedpuppiesdied 2 года назад +2

    I like the kxxs, but I like the Starfield better. I love the Ikko OH10. Like almost love the new Hana 2021. Love Mangird Tea. Love the Shozy 1.4 and 1.1. Thinking about the aria, or this one…hmmmmmmmm….why can’t I quit you, moondrop?

  • @eduardoferreiralelis
    @eduardoferreiralelis 2 года назад +3

    hello from Brazil. Thank you very much for this review, I have a blessing 2 and the starfiel and I was wondering about this upgrade if it was worth it. At home I end up using the blessing more, but because I go for a walk and go to work I end up using the Starfiel more for the use of the mask, because I have a small Pinna. I love my Starfied. I will stay with him, thanks again !!!

    • @Antonio-nn2kq
      @Antonio-nn2kq 2 года назад +1

      Hi Eduardo, I'm Brazilian. I'm interested in Kato, have you tested it? I listen to a lot of EDM, electronics and bass trap, I do not know if the kato will be enough.

    • @eduardoferreiralelis
      @eduardoferreiralelis 2 года назад +1

      @@Antonio-nn2kq for me it's the best of them, worth the upgrade, being just below Blessing 2 but I use Kato more than him for comfort.

  • @sergiomejiahernandez3825
    @sergiomejiahernandez3825 2 года назад +4

    Hello, if I have the Fiio FH3, the purchase of the kato, it would be an upgrade?

    • @leyvaanan8321
      @leyvaanan8321 2 года назад +1

      I have the aria and FH3, and I must say, if you are used to the treble and bass energy from the FH3, the arias sound very boring in comparison. Cant say much about the Kato but they should be similar in profile

    • @Sand_1995
      @Sand_1995 2 года назад +2

      Downgrade. FH3's technical performance is on a different league. The subbass is something to die for. I own a starfield and a fh3. FH3 is easily a league or two above the starfields.

    • @YoutubeDeleteUncensoredYou
      @YoutubeDeleteUncensoredYou 2 года назад +2

      Tripowin x hbb

  • @volodymyrhoisan1656
    @volodymyrhoisan1656 2 года назад

    Great macro shots.
    Wery organically integrated with the rest of the video.

  • @kook7147
    @kook7147 2 года назад +6

    Would the tanchjim Hana 2021 be a nice upgrade from the aria? How much of an upgrade would it be?

    • @abcmichale
      @abcmichale 2 года назад +2

      I would like the see a comparison of new hana with kato too.

    • @Sand_1995
      @Sand_1995 2 года назад +1

      I don't think so. Reviews said they are on par with starfields and I don't see any difference between aria and starfield technically

    • @kook7147
      @kook7147 2 года назад +1

      @@Sand_1995 so my next best choice is the blessing 2 dusk?

    • @xenosarcadius1198
      @xenosarcadius1198 2 года назад

      @@kook7147 Yeah idk about that, the hana 2021s definitely will be better than the arias, you don't have to go all the way up to dusk. People compare the hana 2021s to the oxygen, and since the oxygen is pretty good, I highly doubt they sound too similar to be an upgrade from the arias.

    • @xenosarcadius1198
      @xenosarcadius1198 2 года назад

      @@kook7147 I own the Arias too, and was also thinking about getting the hana 2021s, I like the arias and all, but sometimes they get a bit tiring to wear, and the cable they came with is pretty trash. I also don't like the material, and prefer something more metallic and smooth, rather than painted.

  • @giiieeexd
    @giiieeexd 2 года назад +1

    I don't own a Moondrop product yet. So maybe I will get the Aria and save up for the Dusk later on.

    • @Assimilator702
      @Assimilator702 2 года назад +1

      If you don't own a Moondrop get the KATO.

  • @amanieux
    @amanieux 2 года назад +3

    isn't it ridiculous to have such big cables when the internal wires connecting the driver are 10x thinner ?

  • @DocRealTalk
    @DocRealTalk 2 года назад

    Looks great but very expensive for earbuds.
    Thing about spending a lot on earbuds is the risk of damage or loss....unless you're just going to use them at home.

  • @tadokorovsky9746
    @tadokorovsky9746 2 года назад +5

    I wonder if they will sell the eartip separately, really interested in it.

  • @YannickKhong
    @YannickKhong 2 года назад +2

    So... I'll stick with my Arias :)

  • @abcmichale
    @abcmichale 2 года назад

    My kato should arrive soon as well!

  • @pwdelectrical8321
    @pwdelectrical8321 2 года назад +1

    Kato or Fiio Fd5 ....help Me choose plz 😊⚘🍁🌹🌷

  • @maddy6033
    @maddy6033 Год назад

    Got a pair today.

  • @pozitivczmusic
    @pozitivczmusic 11 месяцев назад

    Are these good for everyday listening to a vinyl also a phone flac and a pc flac with a dac. Thank you for your answer ;)))

  • @jjcornelio7741
    @jjcornelio7741 2 года назад +6

    i'm prolly gonna skip kato and get the blessing 2 since i already have kxxs

  • @flf634
    @flf634 2 года назад

    Hello friend, I was looking for information about Kato and I found your channel. And after seeing everything you said I decided to buy Kato. I'm waiting for the arrival of the Seeaudio Yume that I bought a few days ago. I currently use a Vesper QOA. Could you make some considerations about what awaits me? Thank you for your attention!

  • @burns0100
    @burns0100 Год назад

    I don't think it's worth me upgrading from the Starfields from the sound of it. Another case of I have 90% of the sound for 1/4 of the price. Do you think it would be worth buying the cable and eartips though? a slight upgrade for the Starfields might improve their comfort level.

  • @RitzyBusiness
    @RitzyBusiness 2 года назад +2

    I find the starfield to be a little more versatile since they game really well. The imaging is really good, especially with hrtf.

  • @FallenFrosta
    @FallenFrosta 2 года назад +1

    Hi, could you do a review on Sparks please?

  • @ThNamesAL
    @ThNamesAL 2 года назад

    Dang I really should have pre ordered these

  • @MuhammadHanif-tj3dr
    @MuhammadHanif-tj3dr 2 года назад

    I love the aesthetic

  • @uwuki4055
    @uwuki4055 2 года назад +1

    I already have ssr and planning to upgrade at some point, so should I go for kato? 🤔

  • @Ghost-pu4yj
    @Ghost-pu4yj Год назад

    Should I buy this now with the current market or are there any better one ?

  • @prince_warhero
    @prince_warhero 2 года назад +1

    I dont see the point comparing these to KXXS this is meant to be KXXS 2 revision .definitely if you have KXXS i dont think there is a reason to get this

  • @Chill_Please
    @Chill_Please 2 года назад

    Gizaudio would you rather go with the Kato or the 7hz timeless?

  • @EvianJaninePablo
    @EvianJaninePablo 2 года назад

    Hi! I have an incoming HD 6xx. I would love to own a pair of nice IEMs for portability. I’m thinking of the KATO and the 7HZ. Which do you recommend? I listen to mostly rock music. Thanks

  • @TonkyTronicus
    @TonkyTronicus 2 года назад +2

    No matte black finish. Notable downgrade from KXXX :)

  • @mfkato
    @mfkato 2 года назад

    Awesome!

  • @mistaBorg
    @mistaBorg 2 года назад +1

    will they sell the eartips too? the old eartips never fit...

  • @VinylTherapy
    @VinylTherapy 2 года назад +2

    Better than the oh10?

  • @anthonyrocha3625
    @anthonyrocha3625 Год назад

    Is the kato stock cable 3.5ft long or 4ft? Wondering if I need to buy a longer cable.

  • @TheLateral18
    @TheLateral18 2 года назад

    If you own the quad driver should i buy the Kato?
    Does it come with a mic

  • @DiegoSanchez-fi9cf
    @DiegoSanchez-fi9cf 2 года назад +2

    Been waiting for these... And honestly i expected to be told kato should be pronounced flat lol

    • @vianhoho19
      @vianhoho19 2 года назад

      Ooh I just got that 😂

  • @Zytrazz
    @Zytrazz 2 года назад

    Which has richer and fuller vocals Hana 2021 or Kato?

  • @LuckerW3
    @LuckerW3 2 года назад

    Hello, when you mentioned that Kato has more energy than the kxx, what does that mean? I am new to audio and I'm still trying to make sense of all the words. Good video!

    • @kook7147
      @kook7147 2 года назад +1

      Higher pitched things will sound louder is as simple as I can put it.

    • @Assimilator702
      @Assimilator702 2 года назад +2

      The upper range of female vocals will be more up front. Percussion like cymbals will be more up front. Higher guitar strings will have more presence. I can tell you from owning the KXXS in the past that the overall treble presentation was very light. The Starfield is a slight improvement. So if you don't own a Moondrop and are intrigued by how their tuning is described go for the KATO.

  • @sasakijung
    @sasakijung 2 года назад

    Only reason I see for Kato are Acc. and cable. Other than that is no reason to upgrade for me (even i interested in Starfield because of imaging and resolution is better than Aria? i dont know)

  • @oleandrograna2518
    @oleandrograna2518 2 года назад +1

    Kato or Mangird Tea?

  • @ANOLE_VX
    @ANOLE_VX 2 года назад +1

    I own the Aria, Starsea, Idun, sooooo i guess, Blessing 2 is the way to go

    • @dingleberry1242
      @dingleberry1242 2 года назад +1

      i have the same set and loving how laid back the aria is and use the starsea for more fun and energetic listen

    • @ANOLE_VX
      @ANOLE_VX 2 года назад

      @Eduard Piadozo sorry but i really can't pick one, because they sound really different, i use my aria for relaxed listening sessions, and i use my starsea for more engaging, fun and energetic listening sessions, i think it's up to you, which type of sound you prefer, if you prefer relaxed sound, Aria is really good, if you want engaging/more forward fun sound, Starsea is the way to go.

    • @Simpaiii
      @Simpaiii 2 года назад +1

      just recently upgraded from the aria to the B2: dusk. totally worth it

    • @dingleberry1242
      @dingleberry1242 2 года назад +1

      @@Simpaiii ill take you word on that! planning on upgrading from the aria and starseas to the b2 or b2 dusk

    • @Simpaiii
      @Simpaiii 2 года назад +1

      @@dingleberry1242 I mean, depends on what you're looking for. But if you like the aria it's very likely you'll love the blessing

  • @onelargeblackcoffee
    @onelargeblackcoffee 2 года назад

    What do you recommend for the look.. kxxs or kato?

  • @shitori_1410
    @shitori_1410 Год назад

    Hi, I mainly use android phone (YTmusic) to listen to my musics, do I need portable DAC for Kato?... thanks

    • @tobi_._
      @tobi_._ Год назад

      for ytmusic no

  • @francisignatiusborrero5986
    @francisignatiusborrero5986 2 года назад +1

    I was wondering how these compare to the 7hz timeless

    • @MrLimaify
      @MrLimaify 2 года назад

      Thinking the same thing

  • @ANOLE_VX
    @ANOLE_VX 2 года назад

    Help brooo, which one should i buy ? Kato or blessing 2 ?
    Sould i spend more for the blessing 2 or kato is good enough ? Hope you help me decide ❤️

    • @Gizaudio
      @Gizaudio  2 года назад +2

      Blessing 2 is worth the extra

    • @suvtropics
      @suvtropics 2 года назад

      How'd it go

  • @yatumux
    @yatumux 2 года назад

    Is this one a bluetooth earbuds (with smartphone) or working only with this cable ?

    • @bentobox3140
      @bentobox3140 2 года назад

      You'll need to plug in a 2-pin Bluetooth cable.

  • @trent_E
    @trent_E Год назад

    Does anyone know how many drivers these have? Thank you 🙏

  • @e9joy
    @e9joy Год назад

    What if compare it with audiosense aq0?

  • @AniketSen
    @AniketSen 2 года назад

    I have the Tin T2 plus, Blon BL03 & the KZ ZS10 Pro, falling for the hype train, I've ordered the 7hz Timeless and the KATO....will be arriving in a couple of days, How much of a sound quality jump can I realistically expect from these two compared to the dirt cheap ChiFi's that I already own? I use apple music Lossless on my Sony A105 and a Shanling M3X...

    • @hanifimaaduddin1682
      @hanifimaaduddin1682 2 года назад +1

      I also have blonBL03 and one thing I can say: yeah it's pretty drastic quality jump. There are so many details that you can hear more than in blon

    • @modeeeeee
      @modeeeeee Год назад

      Hi, how is the Kato compared to t2 plus? Im coming from t2+ and eyeing on the kato set. Thanks!

    • @AniketSen
      @AniketSen Год назад

      @@modeeeeee they are a massive jump...

    • @luxieldawnbringer
      @luxieldawnbringer Год назад

      kato or timeless sir for all rounder?
      @@AniketSen

    • @AniketSen
      @AniketSen Год назад

      @@luxieldawnbringer timeless

  • @paulshanesmith
    @paulshanesmith 2 года назад

    How do these compare to the 1more quad driver?

  • @papaduplar6508
    @papaduplar6508 4 месяца назад

    Yo dident u review fragrances too?

  • @maninironmask7925
    @maninironmask7925 2 года назад

    Might be a ridiculous question but only regarding sound quality, how would Moondrop Blessing 2 compare with something like Sony Wf- 1000xm3 / xm4 ?

    • @Gizaudio
      @Gizaudio  2 года назад +2

      I've not tried the XM3 or 4 but if many reviewers can be trusted the blessing 2 is much better tuned.

    • @maninironmask7925
      @maninironmask7925 2 года назад

      @@Gizaudio Thanks. I have the Xm3 and they have been one of my most used and loved purchases ever. But just discovered this beautiful world of hi fi gear and thought the moon drops would be radically superior. Was wondering if that’s how it’ll be so I ordered a pair. Still waiting for arrival.

    • @maxb.simonsen2459
      @maxb.simonsen2459 2 года назад +3

      There's is no comparison. Blessing 2 and xm3/4 are in completely different worlds. Sony's are made for convenience not sound quality. Blessing 2's will be are very big step up in overall sound quality, and you probably won't find your sony's enjoyable after a while.

    • @maninironmask7925
      @maninironmask7925 2 года назад

      @@maxb.simonsen2459 Perfect Thanks! Yea, They are mostly enjoyable for sound cancelling. I've only tired M50x and editing spoken word on them was way more accurate than the sony. Music too was a lot more accurate. So I don't know what to expect but based on what others are saying and what you just said that answers my question. Thanks!

    • @maxb.simonsen2459
      @maxb.simonsen2459 2 года назад +2

      @@maninironmask7925 I own the M50's myself and stay are still quite far off. I think you are in for a surprise.

  • @princeajaz9167
    @princeajaz9167 10 месяцев назад

    How does it standup to s12 pro?

  • @Mykeoguns
    @Mykeoguns Год назад

    How does it compared to s12?

  • @davidponce6132
    @davidponce6132 Год назад

    What’s the best dac or portable amplifier for running with this iem?

  • @vanshsingh970
    @vanshsingh970 2 года назад

    Hey can u plz review meze 12 classics V2.plzzz

  • @TheTeamRE
    @TheTeamRE 2 года назад

    No more unboxing?

  • @dingleberry1242
    @dingleberry1242 2 года назад

    bruh i just bought the starsea and this releases

  • @est-lm7hl
    @est-lm7hl 2 года назад

    I need some mid bass school me on quantity and quality. Fd3, kato, ie300...plz Timmy.

    • @Sand_1995
      @Sand_1995 2 года назад

      FH3

    • @est-lm7hl
      @est-lm7hl 2 года назад

      @@Sand_1995 that's what I've been using lol love it but It seems more sub bass focused maybe I'm just a bass head but I still want more lol

    • @Sand_1995
      @Sand_1995 2 года назад +1

      Moondrops don't have better midbass than fh3. Bass on my starfield sound thinner than my fh3. FD5 would be the logical upgrade for bass. Rest are all sidegrades with different tuning

  • @narongpontemcharonsub2566
    @narongpontemcharonsub2566 2 года назад

    Hana or this?

  • @sipenarekbecha7193
    @sipenarekbecha7193 2 года назад

    Kato vs Tripowin Mele ? 🤔

  • @YoutubeDeleteUncensoredYou
    @YoutubeDeleteUncensoredYou 2 года назад +1

    Its like an iphone 11 12 13 same design 😂

  • @johnwick882
    @johnwick882 2 года назад

    really disapointed with kato ! i own aria ! i just want kato to be aria successor but guess not ! i should just go for b2dusk