Disclaimer:
Good morning, readers! Today I’m here to tell you about the Tiandirenhe Se846, which is not the usual clone but rather an exaggeratedly underrated IEM. I discovered this hidden gem thanks to Will Ryzen and since it was said to be very similar to the EPZ Q5, I decided to check it out with my own ears. Tiandirenhe is used to producing IEMs with a lot of bass and is therefore basshead-friendly. This time it has changed direction (or perhaps recipe) so I recommend you continue the review.
This IEM was purchased at full price in the cordless variant for around 21 USD. Those who love the Simgot EW200 or the EPZ Q5 should seriously consider this model.
The specs are very poor, some information is missing but as long as they sound good, it’s fine.
Tech Specs:
- Shell Material: ABS
- Driver: 10mm DD Carbon Nanotube Moving Coil
- Resistance: 18 ohm
- Sensitivity: 105 dB
- Cable Length: 1.2m
Packaging:
The Tiandirenhe Se846 are practically DIY IEMs and, as such, do not have a retail package. However, for the cost, they come with a really nice hard case and particularly high quality tips—two complete sets with similar green colored 07 tips.
In my case, I actually recycled the cable from the EPZ Q5, but they also sell the version with the cable for just under 28 USD.
Design/Build quality:
The Tiandirenhe Se846 are practically DIY IEMs and, as such, do not have a retail package. However, for the cost, they come with a really nice hard case and particularly high-quality tips, two complete sets with a similar green-colored 07.
The design has already been seen; like the EPZs they took inspiration from, these are born with the shell of a famous brand but honestly, I don’t care.
Initial sound impression:
I’ve had them for some time now so I don’t clearly remember the first impression I had but I was certainly amazed at how such a simple and anonymous IEM can sound so good. It is actually something that is close to both the Simgot EW200 and the EPZ Q5. We are not on the same level but only someone who has an extremely trained ear could hear the differences. One who simply enjoys good music will simply notice its goodness. I don’t know if it’s luck or what but the shell and this nano-carbon driver sound really good. It becomes so difficult to rate a similar product, because it’s out of competition.
Comfort & Fit:
In terms of comfort, we are on the same level as the EPZ Q5, and the shape and angle of the nozzle are identical. They are so light that it is difficult to feel them. I’ll leave you a photo of how they look at me.
Final sound impression:
Equipment used for testing the above
Device:
- iMac
- Redmi Note 7 (MIUI-Based)
- Poco M4 Pro
Software:
- Amazon music UHD 24bit 96kHz
- Tidal Hifi Plus
DAC:
- Moondrop Dawn Pro
- Simgot DEW4X
- Hidizs SD2
- EPZ TP50
- iBasso DC04 Pro
- Hidizs S9 Pro Plus
- Fiio Ka11
- Fosi SK02
I’ve been using them for months now, and it took me a really long time to decide to review this pair, not because I didn’t want to but because I had too many other reviews to finish (too many, to be honest). But since many enthusiasts have limited budgets, it seemed only right to complete a review.
The more I listen to this 20 USD IEM, the more I wonder if I really need to spend a lot of money to enjoy an experience that we could define as quality. I wonder if with a shell of different thickness and material, this driver would perhaps have even managed to surpass the others.
Keep in mind that they are very similar to the EPZ Q5 but there is a slight greater emphasis on the mids with a slight touch of warmth (maybe a little nasality). They seem less lively and musical but only slightly.
Bass
We are on the same bass levels that we can experience on the EPZ Q5 (just slightly more present). They are fast; they hit hard and tight and if the track requires it, they come out very decisively. The sub-bass also behaves very well and seems slightly more present to me than the Q5. Quality first.
Mids
With the EPZ Q5, they are practically equal, while with the EW200, they have some minimal but audible differences. Probably the less elaborate shell takes away a bit of tone and energy. But I must admit that they are still truly amazing, both in terms of female vocals and musical instruments such as guitars. I don’t find them excessively recessed; in fact, I would say quite forward.
Treble
They are Harman bright V-shaped and as such, they have a certain clarity and resolution, sparkles and macro details are clearly audible. Some musical instruments in some tracks and very high volumes become slightly spicy. But they are still slightly less intense than the EPZ Q5.
Tips Rolling?
I liked them so much that I decided to wear a pair of Divinus Velvet, which I find particularly suitable, perhaps because, in addition to comfort, they help not to create too much pressure in the ear canal, as the Tiandirenhe Se846 does not seem to have vents that open outward but only to the inside themselves.
Soundstage & image:
Here we come to the real difference: the tone is almost identical to the EPZ Q5 but then the shell comes into play. The materials and structure mean that the soundstage is slightly less wide, the image is a little less clean and the layering is less precise. Some retouching on the details is less clear. I honestly think it’s normal, given the differences. The EPZ Q5 is semi-open-back; these are more closed. Furthermore, the nozzle is very thin and not made of metal. In my opinion, we have the real differences here, but for what they cost, I honestly still find them excellent.
Conclusion:
I won’t extend the review with a comparison; if you are curious to try something similar to the EPZ Q5, these IEMs are absolutely for you. They are a fair mix of the best single DDs in the 50 USD price range; they are not the most beautiful, nor the most resistant or well made but they are exactly a DIY IEM. I’m sorry that no one put them in a coupler for a graphic designer but if you decide to take them, I’m extremely curious about your opinion.
They cannot replace the EPZ Q5, the internal driver is different and above all, the whole structure of the shell and materials are completely different.
This IEM and a small DAC like the Fiio Ka11 are all you need to enjoy some quality music.
My final rating takes into account the sound quality and price-quality ratio, which are very high in this IEM. Obviously, in terms of design and shell quality, there is absolutely nothing better on the market.
9.1/10
Pros:
- High-quality single DD
- Essential packaging
- Removable MMCX cable
- Shure-like aesthetics (not beautiful but comfortable)
- Bright Harman, natural with good bass
- Clear and luscious voices, sparkly treble
- Bass and sub-bass have the right emphasis
- Good details and layering
- Great Soundstage for the price
- Crazy value for the price
- Mod Friendly
- Easy to drive
Cons:
- Shell quality
- Scratch magnet
- Could be bright (not for me)
- Design
