Juzear 81T Review: A Fantastic Dragonfly

The Juzear 81T Review contains the technical performances and sonic capabilities of this IEM.
  • Build & Design
  • Fit & Comfort
  • Bass
  • Midrange
  • Treble
  • Soundstage
  • Instrument Separation
  • Packaging & Accessories
4.7/5Overall Score

The Juzear 81T Dragonfly is only one of the many great entries within the high-performance world of in-ear monitors, merging innovative driver technology with a considerate approach to acoustic design. Equipped with one dynamic driver and eight balanced armature drivers on each side, the refined and immersive musical presentation is warrantedComing in at the mid-range price bracketit really should hit the mark for clarity, precision, and dynamic versatility while promising some good value.

Some key highlights would be beautifully designed faceplatemade with precision through advanced 3D printing technology, and a modular cable system that makes the product far more user-friendly for options when connecting. Tuned to strike the perfect balance between warmth and detail, the Juzear 81T Dragonfly promises a vibrant soundstage, good imaging, and the blending of lowmiddle, and high tones together in sweet harmony.  For an audiophile or casual listener alike, this IEM promises to take the journey of sound to a new height.

Pros
  • Nice design & built
  • Very comfortable
  • Quality bass
  • Melodic mid-bass
  • Fantastic separation
  • Non-fatiguing & airy treble
  • Practical & thoughtful accessories
Cons
  • Lacks sub-bass quantity
  • Mid-bass lacks a bit texture
  • Soundstage could be a bit wide
Juzear 81T Review
Juzear 81T Review

I love balanced tuning IEMs because they act differently with different sources. Though it’s true about almost all the IEMs, whether they’re bright or warm, in my testing I find the balanced-tuned IEMs act perfectly in this case. Juzesar 81T Dragonfly is a balanced-tuned IEM with good details & texture in almost every frequency, especially in the midrange. I paired it with all of my sources and enjoyed it a lot. I described it here in this review.

I did try different cables and tips, as usual. But the thing is, the stock accessories are of good quality, and it’s a complete package. In my opinion, you really don’t need to spend extra to upgrade the cable or tips.

HiFIGO was kind enough to send me the Juzear 81T Dragonfly to review. I am not affiliated with HifiGo, and of course, I was not asked for any copy-checking before publishing. All opinions shared in this ‘Juzear 81T 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 & depth of the ear canal.

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●   DAP: Cowon Planue R2, Cayin N3 Ultra, iBasso DX180, Tempo Tac V3
●   DAC/AMP: 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: Spotify, local Hi-Res FLAC & DSD files.

Juzear 81T Review

● Driver: 1DD+8BA
● Frequency response: 20Hz~20kHz
● Impedance: 32Ω
● Sensitivity: 117dB
● Cable: 6N Silver-Plated Oxygen-Free Copper cable
● Pin Type: 0.78mm 2-Pin Connectors
● Cable Length: 1.2m
● Plug Type: 3.5mm+4.4mm (Interchangeable Plugs)

● 81T Dragonfly IEMs
● Silver-plated copper cable (moduler)
● 3.5mm & 4.4mm plug
● 6 pairs of silicon tips & 2 pairs of foam tips
● Carrying case
● Some official papers

Juzear 81T Review

Opening the cardboard box, you will be welcomed by a fairy dragonfly illustration; this is a nice touch. The internal layout is just like any IEM box from Myer Audio. The IEMs are nested in a foam cutout with the cable attached. In the bottom part, you will find the carrying case, inside of which the stock ear tips and the extra audio jack are inside a poly bag. And beneath the foam there’s a cleaning cloth with some official papers.

The unboxing experience is straightforward. The accessory pack is really usable and practical. This is a thoughtful inclusion.

Juzear 81T Review

Built with high-quality, skin-friendly, 3D-printed resin, the Juzear 81T presented an artistic texture in it’s faceplate. The faceplate design is inspired by the wings of the dragonfly in the sunlight. It looks so beautiful and solid in the hands. The resin build made it lightweight and durable at the same time.

The cable is also very well built and comparably soft. The microphonics problem is less here, and the interchangeable terminals are tight & secured. Supplied ear tips are of good quality and made of soft silicon. The carrying pouch is also well built. It’s a small one, but it has the space to carry the whole setup even with a regular DAC dongle. The overall build quality and design of the IEMs and the accessories are fantastic.

Juzear 81T Review
Juzear 81T Review
Juzear 81T Review

As it is a lightweight IEM, it felt very comfortable in the ear. The smooth inner part that submerges into the ear plays a good role when it comes to fit & comfort. Though it’s not a small-sized IEM, rather a bit bulky, the ergonomic design makes it a set you can use as your daily driver for longer listening sessions.

The cable is soft, and the ear hooks don’t create any extra pressure over the ear. The cable is not totally tangle-free, but it’s manageable. The ear tips are soft and very comfortable. Especially the ones with colored bores (much like CP145) fit very well and don’t create any discomfort in long sessions. Overall, it’s a comfortable IEM with good-quality accessories.

Juzear 81T Review
Juzear 81T Review: A Fantastic Dragonfly
Juzear 81T Review

A balanced approach to the tuning with good details. The bass department is focused on quality more than quantity. While the midrange is with good detailes, the upper frequency is fantastic with clarity and texture. Separation is good, but the soundstage is a bit congested compared to other IEMs in this price point.

Here is the frequency graph:

Juzear 81T Review

Let’s dive deep…

The sub-bass in Dragonfly is qualityful and controlled, but not the way I want it to be. It has a deep, resonant rumble, which can satisfy a large number of audiophiles and audio enthusiasts, but I can easily say that one can crave for more. Though the lower frequency is with good texture but the quantity is not up to the mark. It is impactful and has good details in it; it is not tuned for exaggerated quality, making it ideal for audiophiles who value precision over overwhelming dominance.

The song “Another Day in Paradise” by Phil Collins is not a sub-bass heavy track, but it has a very rythmic bass line that is one of the most interesting parts of the song along with the melodic keyboard. With 81T, you can hear the bass line clearly and with good texture. The problem is that it seems like this part is coming from a distance. But a warm-analog type of source can make the difference by taking it a bit forward and making it more enjoyable. So, if you wanna enjoy the sub-bass in this IEM, your source choice is important.

Mid-bass in 81T is fast, clean, and precise sounding. This speed ensures that complex bass passages are handled adeptly, preventing any sense of sluggishness. It is tight & precise, with a good definition and layering. It is controlled and stays at it’s own place in the music. But sometimes it feels a bit lean and misses some warmth. Though the presentation is fantastic, you may crave for some weight in it. And you can easily solve this problem by pairing it with any warm, analog kind of source.

While listening to “Between Two Points” by David Gilmour & Romany Gilmour, the clean mid-bass response from the Dragonfly has allowed the bass guitar to be well-separated from other instruments. The subtle nature of the mid-bass prevents overplaying towards the subtle vocals and guitar work. Transients in the mid-bass region are fast on these IEMs, and that captures the detail in the bass guitar quite nicely. Giving way to a sprightly sound, it proves quite an exciting listen in tracks with bold basslines.

Juzear 81T Review

As the midrange of this IEM is open and detailed, the vocals, both male & female, come out really fantastic. It’s a good experience to listen to.

Male vocals are clear and detailed, allowing listeners to discern subtle nuances of the performance. The clarity indicates that the vocals have been kept clear in the mix and, therefore, will be more articulate to listen to. The most noticeable things here are the slight dryness in the male vocals, which can be connected to the leaner mid-bass response. It makes the vocals less full and rich, which may affect the emotional engagement of some listeners.

In “Sacred Love” by Sting, this is actually evidenced by this set through the handling of complex vocal nuances. The subtle rasp and warmth in Sting’s voice is reproduced, all while keeping the authenticity of the recording alive. Technical capabilities in the IEMs-like imaging and instrument separation-kept the placement of the vocals clear within the mix so the play between Sting’s voice and accompanying instruments could be appreciated.

This IEMs delivers a great performance with female vocals that is clear and engaging. The brightness and energy that the Juzear 81T brings to female vocalists, amking each performance feel immidiate and lively. The tuning allows female vocals to sit forward, which gives them an airy and open feeling, further elevating the listening experience. This energetic presentation brings about better emotion in vocal delivery and keeps the vocal distinct in the mix.

While listening to “Share Your Air” by Kate Miller-Heidke, the ability of the Dragonfly to handle complex vocal nuances is evident. The midrange tuning of this set ensures that female vocals are presented with clarity and depth. It captured the subtle textures and emotional expressions inherent in Kate Miller-Heidke’s delivery. It provides an engaging and faithful representation of her vocal, making it a suitable choice for listeners who prioritize vocal performance in their audio experience.

It shows a very fantastic instrument separation, allowing listers to discern individual elements within complex musical arrangements. This clarity ensures each instrument maintains its distinct presence. This IEM shows its ability to present this clarity even in densely layered tracks. While its clear and detailed, sometimes it lacks depth and layering in some tracks. Though it’s not a huge problem, you can easily ignore it and enjoy the fantastic separation that these IEMs can offer.

I pick the track “One” by Metallica to test the separation of the Dragonfly. The double kick drums are reproduced with precision, cutting cleanly through the mix without lag. The bass guitar also adds weight without muddling the guitars and snare, highlighting the IEMs’ ability to keep instruments distinct. The 81T really offers a satisfying listening experience for those valuing clarity and separation of instruments.

Juzear 81T Review

The Dragonfly delivers a treble performance that is both clean and extended, contributing to an exciting listening experience. The treble frequencies are crisp and controlled, and it provides a sense of airiness and detail. But it never becomes overly sharp or fatiguing. This characteristic allows for a natural and lifelike reproduction on instruments and vocals. Which ensures the upper frequencies are well-represented without overshadowing other elements of the sound spectrum.

With Mark Knopfler’s “No Can Do,” the 81T proves its prowess when it comes to treble. It works out complex guitar works and percussive items, and they do give out clear and exacting output. It has no peakiness in the treble right at the top end of the song to make Knopfler’s almost signature style harsh. It saves the entire listening experience for comfortable long-time frames. It imparts a treble response that brings in detail and clarity.

The Juzear 81T Dragonfly IEMs have an intimate soundstage-it’s pretty in-the-head, if not in-your-head. Lateral spread of instruments is moderate, though the depth perception is good enough to allow layering of the presentation of audio elements. This earphone, despite its compact dimensions of space, manages to impress with its capability regarding imaging; instruments and vocals are precisely placed so that one is able to place the location of every source of sound on that confined stage. The exact imaging makes up for the limited dimensions of space, keeping clarity and separation between the audio elements to avoid congestion in complex passages.

Listening to “Heaven & Earth (End title)” by famous composure Kitaro and fond the good staging capabilities of the Dragonfly. It is an eclectic mix between orchestral and ethnic instruments in a rich tapestry. The precision imaging of the IEM manages to correctly place the instruments at their most correct position inside the sound field, allowing the listener to extract the placing of every single element. The separation between instruments doesn’t suffer even though it’s an intimate soundstage, so the complicated arrangement inside this track manages to come out without congestion.

Juzear 81T Review

About the technicalities, the Juzear 81T Dragonfly performs well in a balanced manner for dynamics, speed, and analytical detail; as a unit of precision and fun in the sound profile, it becomes reliable for both critical and casual listening.

For starters, it is highly dynamic, yet both soft and loud transitions flow just perfectly. It then delivers on the emotional power of the music with precision, maintaining both the subtle nuances and the dramatic peaks in the tracks. Dynamics are natural and engaging, from the acoustic lonely performance to the orchestral crescendo.

There’s a good transient response, which says that even the quickest musical transitions have been articulated clearly and precisely. The aforementioned speed ensures the minute details-cum-quick drum rolls, complex instrumental layering, and so on and so forth-come out clean without smearing. The ability of the Dragonfly to maintain separation at high tempo means it doesn’t become a messy affair, even on busy arrangements.

Detail retrieval is very impressive on this set and brings forth subtleties in the recordings that would otherwise remain unheard with less analytical IEMs. Texture in instruments, micro-details in vocal performances, and background elements are very well-defined. Even though being more analytic in nature, the presentation somehow manages to be very balanced in a way not to let technical finesse override the musicality.

Juzear 81T Review

Sources are to provide power and give you a good/bad synergy that can bring out the potential or the weaknesses of the IEM. I will divide this section into two subsections. Let’s jump in right away.

As always, I plug this IEM with my smartphone directly through the 3.5mm jack to see how much power-hungry the set is. It’s a very easy-to-drive IEM, but the sound I heard was nothing near the original sound of it. The sub-bass was good, but the mid-bass felt so thin and lifeless. The vocals are also thin & sharp, with a huge distortion in the upper frequencies. So, if you think you will drive this IEM directly with your smart devices, you are welcome to hear a disturbing sound signature.

A DAC dongle with a good power output can make a huge difference in your listening experience.

This is an IEM with a balanced sound signature with good details in the mids & upper frequencies that can marry almost any source you will pair with. But keep in mind that any analytical source can ruin your enjoyment if you are a treble-sensitive listener like me. I like warm sounds, so I pair it with all the warm sources I have; they sound so sweet. Even it paired very well with balanced sources like Dunu DTC480 and Celest CD-10.

But I really love the sound it gave me when I paired it with my Cayin N3 Ultra and the Kaei TAP2 (Fosi Audio DS-1 as DAC). The warmth it gives with these sources is really fantastic. The details presentation was alive with a warm bass region and a bit of thickness in the male vocal. I loved the vast array of sources it can pair with.

Juzear 81T Review

The stock cable is a good one that has the ability to represent the original sound signature of the IEM. On top of that, it has interchangeable terminals. So, you have the freedom to choose whether you will use the SE or balanced output. But a copper cable like NiceHCK MixPP or Dunu Lyra Mini can make a good difference by making the signature a bit warm. If you love warmth, this can be a good choice.

Also, the supplied ear tips are of good quality, especially the transparent/white silicon one. They are almost like the Spinfit CP135, which fits & seals very well. They are also very comfortable in the long listening sessions. I also use Spinfit Omni and Dunu Candy and find almost similar results like the stock ones.

The Juzear 81T Dragonfly presents a balanced and detailed sound signature, catering to listeners who appreciate clarity and precision. It offers a harmonious blend of technical performance and musicality, making them a versatile choice for various genres and listening preferences. Do I recommend it? Of course! Because a balanced IEM with this kind of detailed presentation is something you need to keep as an audiophile. On top of that, this is very comfortable in longer listening sessions, and the package is full of practical accessories. But, whether you will buy it or not, I will recommend an audition before you take any decision.

Juzear 81T Review



● If you are searching for a balanced tuned IEM.
● If you love mid-bass over sub-bass.
● If you don’t have any problem with small stage presentation.
● Treble-sensitive listeners.
● Listeners who want a safer bass response.
● Mid-budget audio gear seekers.

● Bass heads, treble heads, and analytical listeners.
● Those people who love a wider soud stage.

Juzear 81T Review

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