So, there is an upgraded version of the T10 OG, and it is called the T10 Pro. What's the difference in 'em? First of all, the 'look!' Now, they are not made of cheap plastic; instead, they are made out of CNC aluminum. It gives the IEMs a good look and longevity. But the comfort remains the same due to their light weight. Another good upgrade is that now it comes with a modular cable with which you can use both 3.5mm & 4.4mm, and they supplied those jacks. But the main & the BIGGEST upgrade is the tuning! The OG T10 was super detailed with the audible warmth in the lower & mid frequencies. But the new tuning has fantastic warmth all over the place. Is it worth it? Let's walk in through the experience I have after using it for some weeks now...
ARTTI T10 Pro Review
When I was asked by one of my fellow reviewers to test the T10 Pro, I had only one source in my pocket then, the Hiby RS2. The first track I listened to was from Mark Knopfler. I was surprised to hear the emotion and the warmth in the vocals. Also, the mid-bass has the right warmth you need to enjoy! And the sub-bass is really elevated and has good rumble in it! But missed the micro details of the OG T10!
Happy to see the modular cable, but the supplied ear tips disappoint me as they are too basic! As usual, I will talk about it later in this review. It pairs well and scales up with any source that has good power. Remember that, basically, planar drivers are a bit power hungry. But if you wanna enjoy the musicality in it with the ‘stock warmth,’ any warm-balanced source will make you happy. But to have some details in the upper mids and treble region, you need to pair it with a bit neutral or bright source. I will cover it in a different part of this review.
DISCLAIMER
ARTTI was kind enough to send me the T10 Pro to review. I am not affiliated with ARTTI, and of course, I was not asked for any copy-checking before publishing. All opinions shared in this ‘ARTTI T10 Pro review’ are my subjective thoughts.
One thing more: The review is based on my personal experience and what I hear using different sources. Your experience may vary because of personal preference and physical differences like the shape and depth of the ear canal.
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GEAR USED
● DAP: Cowon Planue R2, Cayin N3 Ultra, Hiby RS2, Hiby R4, Snowsky Echo Mini.
● DAC/AMP: xDuoo MT-604, KAEI Design TAP2, ifi Hip DAC 2, xDuoo XD-05 Plus (with BB OPA 2604), Cayin RU7, iBasso DC04 Pro, Dunu DTC 480, Fosi Audio DS-1, Celest CD-10, Celest CD-20, Hidizs SD8 Pro Robin, Moondrop Dawn Pro.
● Smart Device: Poco X3, Xiaomi MiPad 5.
● Files: Tidal, Spotify, local Hi-Res FLAC & DSD files.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION
● Driver: 14.2mm Dual Magnetic Circuit Planar Driver
● Frequency response: 20Hz-20kHz
● Impedance: 16.5Ω±1% (@1kHz)
● Sensitivity: 96 dB
● Cable: 4-Core High-Purity Copper Silver-Plated
● Pin Type: 2pin, 0.78mm
● Cable Length: 1.2m
● Plug Type: 3.5mm/4.4mm
WHAT’S IN THE BOX
● T10 Pro IEMs
● 4-Core High-Purity Copper Silver-Plated Cable
● 4.4mm & 3.5mm jack
● 3 pairs of narrow-bore silicon tips (S,M,L) & 3 pairs of wide bore silicon tips (S,M,L)
● Carrying case
● Some official papers
UNBOXING EXPERIENCE
Unboxing is just like the OG T10, straightforward & minimalistic with necessary accessories. The packing & layout remain the same with the same collection of eartips and carrying pouch. The difference is the stock cable. It feels a bit thicker than that of T10 and with different materials. It has an interchangeable connector system and comes with both 3.5mm SE & 4.4mm balanced jacks. This is a fantastic touch at this price point.
BUILD & DESIGN
A big leap from the OG T10, as the IEM shells are made of CNC aluminum instead of plastic. Though the outer shell shape remains almost identical to the OG one. The shells are lightweight but still feel sturdy in hand. You may like the design or not, but it is a minimalistic design approach from ARTTI with comfort in mind. The stock cable has four-strand, 216-core silver-plated high-purity copper cable, which is a good upgrade from the OG T10 cable. The supplied silicone eartips are made of high-grade silicone and are practically unusable. You gotta pay some extra for aftermarket eartips!
FIT & COMFORT
Same as the OG T10, it’s super comfortable in longer listening sessions. I don’t wanna explain more about it. You may read the fit & comfort section of the OG T10!
SOUND IMPRESSIONS
Things are gettin’ mixed up here. I personally love warm sound, especially some elevation in the sub-bass area with proper warmth in the mid-bass and male vocals. But what Artti did here is kinda ‘overly warm’ tuning, which runs all over the place. Nothing is blotted, but nothing is clear, in my opinion. I missed the crispy details in the OGT10’s midrange and treble area. But the good news is, the mid-bass and male vocals have fantastic warmth and emotion in them.
Here is the frequency graph:
Let’s dive deep…
SUB-BASS
I noticed that the low end got a big lift compared to the OG version. It’s warmer, deeper , and got that kind of satisfying rumble that really fills up the bottom layer of a track. The sub-bass goes pretty deep too, and in most songs it feels rich and weighty in a good way. But here’s the thing — sometimes it gets a bit too much. On bass-heavy stuff, it can feel like it’s pushin’ too hard, like that low-end is tryin’ to make space where it don’t quite fit. And when that happens, you’ll notice some bleed into the mid-bass , which kinda muddies things up a bit.
Listening to “Dreams” by Fleetwood Mac , that track usually sounds breezy and tight in the low end. But with the T10 Pro, the kick drum gets kinda bloomy , like it’s sitting a little too forward in the mix. That warmth underneath Stevie’s vocals? It’s there, but it feels like the sub-bass is trying to sneak into spaces it shouldn’t be. It doesn’t ruin the track or anything, but you’ll notice the low-end sort of smears into the mids , especially if you’re coming from a cleaner-sounding set.
MID-BASS
The mid-bass on the T10 Pro is definitely a step up from the original T10. Where the OG felt a bit dry and kinda thin in the middle, this one brings a much warmer, fuller feel. You get that nice thump , that physical impact in the bass hits — it don’t just sound better, it actually feels better when you’re listenin’. It gives drums and bass guitars a proper body and texture. But that elevated sub-bass kinda messes things up sometimes. It bleeds into the mid-bass every now and then, especially on complex tracks.
The track “Badman’s Song” from Tears For Fears is a great test ‘cause it’s got a lot goin’ on in the low-end — from that funky bassline to the deep drums. With the T10 Pro, the mid-bass slam is actually pretty satisfying. You feel the weight behind every kick, and the groove feels alive. But at the same time, that sub-bass spillover kinda softens the attack , like the edges aren’t as crisp as they should be. Instead of a tight “punch,” you get a bit of a “whump.” Still, for most tracks it delivers a fun, full-bodied bass , especially if you like your low-end on the warmer side.
VOCALS
The warm tuning introduces warmth in the vocals, both male and female. Oh man, the male vocals now have the true emotion and body! It is really enjoyable if the recording/mastering is OK. But the female vocals lack some spark, instead, it is a bit of a laid back kind of presentation.
MALE
Male vocals on the T10 Pro got way more soul than what the OG T10 gave us. The tuning feels more natural, warmer, and brings that emotional weight that really makes voices shine. It don’t sound thin or cold anymore. There’s a kinda richness; whether it’s soft ballads or deeper baritones, they feel more engaging and personal. But on some older or poorly recorded tracks, male vocals can come off kinda muffled, like there’s a cloth over the singer’s mouth or they’re sittin’ too far back in the mix. It don’t happen all the time, though.
Neil Young’s “Heart of Gold” track got that raw, earthy kinda vocal that hits hard emotionally — and with the T10 Pro, you definitely feel that warmth and weight in Neil’s voice. It got that old-school charm that wraps around you. But listen close, and you’ll hear that some of the finer details kinda get lost, like the vocal edge isn’t fully defined. The guitar and harmonica come out nice, but Neil’s voice feels just a touch too soft, almost like it’s blendin’ in with the background instead of sittin’ front and center like it should.
FEMALE
Female vocals on the ARTTI T10 Pro come through with a nice weight to ’em. There’s a certain thickness in the tone that makes them sound lush and smooth. It’s not overly sharp or shouty, and for long sessions that’s a good thing. But if you’ve heard the OGT10 before, you’ll notice something’s missing here — that shine, that energy in the upper-mids just ain’t there. The warm tuning holds things back a bit, makes the vocals feel more relaxed, almost laid-back.
Now with “Between Two Points” by Romany Gilmour, you really feel this. Her voice should soar over the track, delicate but present, but on the T10 Pro it sits a little too mellow. That shimmering clarity that brings out her vocal texture just doesn’t come through like it should. It’s like it’s there, but under a soft blanket — still beautiful, but not quite reaching you the way it could. You enjoy it, but it don’t give you chills.
INSTRUMENTS SEPARATION
nstrument separation on the T10 Pro is okay, but it ain’t great — definitely a step below what the OGT10 can do. The warm tuning kinda blurs the lines between elements in the mix. In simpler tracks it holds up fine, but once things get busy, stuff starts to bunch up. Instruments lose that clear space between them, which makes it sound a bit congested sometimes. It’s not muddy exactly, but it’s not clean either.
Take “Comfortably Numb (PULSE Live)” by Pink Floyd — there’s a lot goin’ on in that track, from the crowd noise to the guitar solos and ambient effects. With the T10 Pro, it all kinda melts together. You can still tell what’s what, but it don’t feel like each instrument got its own room to breathe. That epic solo? It doesn’t float above the mix the way it should. It’s more of a blended feel than a separated one.
TREBLE
The treble on the ARTTI T10 Pro is decent — got a good bit of air to it, feels smooth and extended enough for most people. It never gets harsh or piercing, which is nice for longer listening. But if you’re someone who likes detail and sparkle up top, you might feel like it’s holdin’ back a little. It misses that crisp, shimmery energy that something like the OGT10 pulls off. So yeah, enjoyable, but not exactly a fireworks show.
If you listen to “Sweet Child O’ Mine” by Guns N’ Roses, especially that opening guitar riff and the high-hats, you’ll notice what’s up. The treble’s there, but it don’t really bite or shimmer like you’d expect. That sparkle, that edge that makes the song pop — it’s kinda smoothed over. It still sounds good, just not as exciting as it could be.
SOUNDSTAGE
The soundstage on the T10 Pro is alright — not too narrow, but also not super wide. Because of its warm tuning, the presentation feels a bit intimate. The instruments feel closer together, and the overall image isn’t stretched out like it is on some other sets. If you ain’t picky about wide staging, it’s not a big deal, but if you’re used to that open, airy kind of sound, you might notice the difference.
Take “High Life (Live)” by Arne Domnérus for example — it’s recorded with a lot of room ambiance and spatial cues. But with the T10 Pro, that room doesn’t feel quite as big. The horns and percussion feel a little cramped, like they’re playin’ closer to each other than they actually are. You still get the live vibe, just not as much space as you’d hope for.
TECHNICALITIES
The dynamics on the ARTTI T10 Pro are pretty solid, but they ain’t blowin’ you away either. It handles soft and loud parts well enough, there’s some punch to it, especially in the bass region. But it’s not the most expressive set when it comes to sudden shifts in volume or energy. Like, you’ll hear the difference, but it won’t hit you in the chest.
For a planar driver, the T10 Pro’s speed is good — but not crazy fast. It handles fast notes better than most dynamic driver sets, so you do get some of that planar edge. Transients are decently sharp, and it don’t really smear stuff unless the track gets real busy.
When it comes to analytic performance, the T10 Pro leans more musical than analytical. It gives you a warm, rounded sound rather than a super-detailed breakdown of everything that’s happening. You’ll still hear instruments and vocals clearly, but you ain’t gonna be picking apart every little nuance. It’s not tuned to show you every tiny imperfection or studio detail — it’s more about just enjoying the vibe.
SOURCES
The ARTTI T10 Pro ain’t super hard to drive, but it definitely benefits from a proper source. It scales with better gear, no doubt. The bass gets tighter, mids open up a bit more, and overall clarity improves when you give it a bit more power. This set pairs real nice with slightly bright or neutral sources, say the Moondrop Dawn Pro, Hiby FC05, or even the Dunu DTC480 — brings out the best in it. DAPs like the Hiby RS2, R4, Echo Mini can make these IEMs a little shiny one. You want something that gives a little energy in the treble and keeps the bass in check.
Balanced output helps too. If you’ve got a 4.4mm plug handy, go for it — the T10 Pro opens up a bit more, especially in terms of stage and control. Just don’t expect it to magically turn into a technical monster. It’s still tuned for smooth listening, not detail hunting. In short — it plays okay off weak sources, but if you want it to shine, give it clean power and a slightly lively DAC or DAPs.
CABLE & TIP ROLLING
Just don’t worry about the cable, the stock one is just fantastic. But if you have some upgraded cable in your collection or you wanna use silver cables to enjoy some spark, just go on.
Now let’s talk about the eartips. The supplied tips are so basic, so very basic and non-practical. I tried different tips like the Spinfit W1, Omni, Penon Liqueur, JVC Spiral Dot ++, Divinus Velvet (regular & wide bore), Dunu Candy, S&S, etc. To me, the winner is Spiral Dot++ & the Velvet wide bore. They fit and seal very well in my ear and make the IEMs sound more melodic. You may explore your collection to find your best match. But I will recommend you try the Velvet wide bore, even for once!
FINAL THOUGHTS
The ARTTI T10 Pro ain’t tryin’ to be the most technical or the most detailed IEM out there — and that’s okay. What it does bring is a warm, rich sound that’s easy to kick back with. The sub-bass got that heavy rumble, vocals sound full and smooth, and it’s real comfy to wear for hours. It’s the kinda set you reach for when you just wanna enjoy the music without thinkin’ too much.
Sure, it got some flaws — the bass can get messy, separation ain’t great, and if you’re after sparkle or crazy resolution, this ain’t the one. But for folks who like a chill, warm sound and want something built like a tank, the T10 Pro delivers. It ain’t perfect, but it’s got its charm.
RECOMMENDED FOR
● Listeners who enjoy a warm, rich sound with strong sub-bass.
● People sensitive to treble who want a non-fatiguing, smooth upper end.
● Casual to intermediate audiophiles looking for a relaxed tuning.
● Listeners who prefer a musical experience over clinical detail.
● Marathon listeners seeking for comfort.
NOT FOR
● Treble lovers who want sparkle, air, and detailed highs.
● Those looking for tight, controlled bass.
● Listeners who prefer neutral or analytical tuning.
● People focused on technical performance.
● Users expecting wide, holographic soundstage.
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