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Hidizs MS1 Galaxy Review – Pietro’s Take

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Disclaimer:

The Hidizs MS1 Galaxy was sent to me as a review sample from Hidizs, for which I thank them!

This model is positioned in a market dominated by brands like KZ, CVJ, TRN, and Kbear. It’s not easy to stand out, as the market in this range is ultra-saturated. Obviously, they aim at a very wide audience; in fact, the tuning is very safe and typically V-Shaped. I don’t expect any big surprises on this side.

However, the review will still be 100% honest and, in no way, biased.

I’m not an audiophile; I’m just a guy that likes to test out different IEMs and DACs and spends a lot of time listening to music.

So I’m not going to use super-technical words to review it, but I will do my best to describe it.

Tech Specs:

Packaging:

The Hidizs MS1 Galaxy packaging in this case is more simplified and economical. It vaguely resembles some KZ packaging but is more refined. Inside, we find the following accessories:

Front Box
Back Box
Unboxing
All items inside
Simply and soft cable
Light strain
Strain close look
Macro
0.78 pins macro
Pin macro
Mic &line control macro
3.5mm jack
Medium bored tips top
Top
Side
Side close look
1 Macro
2 macro

The tips for being such a cheap IEM are not bad at all. They look very similar to the models also present in MS5 and MS3, have a medium-width bore, and are very soft. The cable is thin but very soft and light, very comfortable, and of much higher than average quality.

Design/Build quality:

The price certainly doesn’t allow for an imaginative design, but it still remains a well-made IEM with good build quality. The shell is made of resin (the material used is high-density Germany’s Makrolon resin), which is quite thin and light but not that bad.

Blue Galaxy back front
Close look
Nice reflections
MS1 Galaxy
Resin shells
Nozzle shape
Shape
Metall (rose gold)nozzle
Nozzle detail
Macro
Shell assembling
Good shape
More filter
Filter macro
Blue is great
Faceplate reflection
MS1 Galaxy Tips
Shell shape
Details
Venting near pins
Pins

The faceplate has a three-dimensional effect with a play of reflections. The internal driver is not huge (10.2 mm) but of good quality with a PU+PEEK membrane.

The nozzle is made of very good-quality metal, and the angle, I would say, is very similar to the other Hidizs models. If you consider that they cost 11 USD, it is surprising. With this product, Hidizs gives everyone the opportunity to have a taste of one of their products. Personally, I have stopped reviewing KZ as there are brands that now offer superior quality at the same price. The Hidizs MS1 Galaxy represents excellent proof that anyone can put an excellent product on the market at negligible prices.

Comfort/Fit:

Right
Left

The MS1 Galaxy is extremely comfortable. I don’t think you will have any problems with the shell or nozzle size. Both the earhook and the cable are flexible, allowing for any positioning. The tips are pretty good and soft, so you might have some issues with them, but I doubt it. The size L tips were incredibly comfortable, but if I had to swap them out, I would suggest the Kbear/Nicehck 07, which are inexpensive but very good. Above all, try to keep your total spending under $20, including spare tips.

Initial sound impression:

Let me start by saying that I switched from Kefine Klanar to Hidizs MS1 Galaxy on the same day, so the impact was a bit traumatic. In terms of bass, I notice a certain similarity, even if the quantity and emphasis on the MS1 Galaxy are much less intense. While female voices can sound a little flat and cold, male voices perform exceptionally well. The highs are super calm and smooth; I find it difficult for anyone to feel hurt by them. Overall V-shaped tuning.

Final sound impression:

Equipment used for testing above

Device:

Software:

DAC:

I listened to pop, R&B, and EDM music, and I believe those are the best genres for this kind of IEM.

I only used the original accessories included, and I mostly used the Hidizs S9 Pro Plus. However, I must admit that DACs with a more neutral and analytical timbre help the final result considerably. Towards the final part of my testing, I decided to use the LessFox Da2 with an AK chip (very similar to the LessFox Da1).

“Hidizs MS1-Galaxy is tuned based on the B&K HATS target frequency response curve, following the H-2019 target frequency response curve guidelines. The tuning process is conducted by highly skilled acoustic engineers at the Hidizs Acoustic Laboratory, involving extensive adjustments and critical listening sessions. This scientific and psychological acoustic fusion results in a perfectly balanced sound signature that delivers an exceptional listening experience. The MS1-Galaxy boasts an incredibly wide full-range frequency response, providing outstanding audio performance across all ranges.”

I have to admit that they sound pretty good for the asking price. Do they leave you speechless? Maybe not, but personally, at this price, it’s difficult to ask for more. What could be achieved with a different tuning is certainly something more in terms of detail in the treble region.  Surprisingly, the soundstage is slightly more open than average.

Bass

The bass definitely dominates the scene; the sub-bass and mid-bass are definitely wild, but not enough to define the MS1 Galaxy for bassheads. The bass descends in a clean and authoritative manner, but despite this, it does not overpower the other frequencies too much. This is another borderline set that might find appreciation even among some not-so-extreme bassheads, but the texture is not excellent. Dropping a better-quality tips on hit makes a remarkable difference!

Mids

As you can also see from the graph, the Hidizs MS1 Galaxy has medium recesses compared to the rest. Obviously, even without the graph, you can immediately notice that vocals and instruments are slightly behind the rest. I also have to say that the voices sound slightly thin and unnatural. Female voices especially pay the price, as they sound a little cold, as do some musical instruments (cymbals, for example). However, the situation is not absolutely tragic, but average.

Treble

Here, Hidizs held back! To make the Hidizs MS1 Galaxy as pleasant as possible, the highs have been made soft and fluid, therefore inoffensive. Obviously, you pay the price with a lower definition as it lacks sparks and air. Stringed instruments lack thickness and also have a slightly cold timbre. However, for most users, its highs will be just about perfect, especially if you are very sensitive.

Soundstage and Imaging 

I must say that despite everything, the soundstage is particularly wide. Even if the separation and the image are not at the same level, you can still distinguish the origin of the sounds quite well, even if their separation is slightly more difficult.

Comparison:

I should have made some comparisons with KZ, which is often the first choice for beginners in this hobby. However, I only own old KZ models like the EDX and CCA CRA, but honestly, they are too old to mention. They’re fine to start with too, but I think the Hidizs offer you a better overall experience.

vs Kbear Rosefinch

This remains an extremely underrated but appreciated IEM by several users. This is the “bass-monster” version and is sure to please several bassheads. However, I advise you to read the reviews to understand whether or not you might like it. This is about bass and nothing else and of course it’s really cheap.

vs Kbear Storm

The ones that most resemble us aesthetically are the Kbear Storm. The quality is inferior in both material and sound. I totally advise against these! They sound embarrassing and cost exactly the same.

vs MS1 Rainbow

The old MS1 Rainbows have a totally different price, despite their very close relationship. They are so visually similar that they can be confused. The shell is exactly the same, but the driver is totally different. It has the same diameter but a totally different thickness. I admit that they are worth at least double and that they are superior to the MS1 Galaxy. The superior-quality internal driver has detail and resolution on a whole other level. Vocals and bass have much better depth. A full review will follow separately.

Conclusion:

Obviously, as usual, I performed a bit of tip-rolling with the tips I own. Since it is a cheap model, it makes absolutely no sense to put very expensive tips on it; otherwise, it would be better to buy a superior model directly. In the AliExpress Choice section, I found the Tri Clarion with an embarrassing price of less than 4 USD. They promise to bring out the high frequencies, and on a warm set, they are perfect. In fact, there is definitely a clear improvement: less accentuated bass and clearer and brighter highs. Perfect!

This is definitely the set I will take with me to stay worry-free. Having expensive headphones is definitely cool, but when it comes to taking them on trips or to work, I’m always worried that I might ruin them. These have an embarrassingly low price of just 16.99 USD without discounts; ruining them wouldn’t be a tragedy, and you don’t even have to give up good sound quality. Personally, I recommend them to anyone who is looking for similarly priced V-shaped sets. Other brands in this price range often offer indecent cables and unusable tips, while here you have a good set out of the box.

7/10

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