Thieaudio Legacy 9
The Thieaudio Legacy 9 IEMs offer an incredibly rich and life-like audio experience, powered by a complex nine-driver hybrid configuration in each earpiece. This setup expertly blends eight balanced armatures for vivid highs and mids with a 10mm dynamic driver for powerful, punchy bass. Each unit is meticulously handmade, featuring a beautiful solid wooden shell and faceplate that complements the naturally warm sound signature. Signal integrity is maintained by the included hand-braided 8-core 7N oxygen-free copper cable, ensuring detailed listening for the discerning audiophile.
$1299.00
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Owner Satisfaction
4.4
/ 5
Category Rank
2278
/ 6142
#2278 in Headphones
Price vs Category Average
+121%
Above average
Drivers
10
/ Eight balanced armatures and one mm dynamic driver
Who it's for
- Exceptional Detail Retrieval
- Wide and Accurate Soundstage
- Cohesive and Balanced Tuning
Who should skip it
- High Price Point
- Large Shell Size and Fit
- Subpar Stock Cable
Key Specs
Drivers
Eight balanced armatures and one 10mm dynamic driver
Impedance
18 ohms
Sensitivity
112 dB at 1 kHz
Frequency Response
20Hz – 28Khz
Connector
0.78mm 2-pin
Cable
Hand-braided 8-core 7N oxygen-free copper
Ear Type
In-Ear Monitor (IEM)
Connectivity
Wired
Features
- Nine-driver hybrid configuration per earphone
- Warm and life-like sound signature
- Solid wooden shell and faceplate construction
- Includes hand-braided oxygen-free copper cable
- Detailed high and mid-frequency reproduction
- Powerful, present bass response
- Includes carrying case and eartips
- Wired connection via 0.78mm 2-pin
What customers say
Listeners overwhelmingly celebrate the Legacy 9 for its outstanding sound quality and dynamic audio signature. The presentation is frequently noted for its impressive detail, clarity, and expansive soundstage, delivering a truly holographic experience. Bass is deep and textured, harmonizing well with clear midrange performance across all music types. While the overall quality is highly valued, some users report potential listening fatigue from the energetic upper midrange during long sessions. Additionally, the large shell size may cause minor fit issues for individuals with smaller ears. This model clearly offers a significant advancement in audio capability for those prioritizing pure sound performance.
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