kinera celest ignitex beast
Kinera Celest IgniteX Beast is an in-budget in-ear monitor with looks that are really worth a second look and sound great. Inside, it houses two kinds of drivers: one is a 10mm Liquid Crystal Polymer dynamic driver for richness in all frequencies, while the other is a specially tuned Balanced Armature driver for higher notes. These drivers in unison create a clear, full-bodied sound apt for many kinds of music.
Disclaimer
I received the IgniteX Beast IEM from Kinera for review purposes. All opinions expressed in this review are my own, and Kinera has no influence over my evaluation. This review is unbiased and reflects my honest experience with the product. I am not affiliated with Kinera in any way, and I have not received any compensation beyond the product itself.
Note: I am into warm, analog sound that can produce rich and cozy tones, with enhanced bass and midrange frequencies to smoothly render it full-bodied. This captures the organic warmth of music with depth and intimacy, much like the soft texture of vinyl. Natural-sounding, relaxed, and emotionally engaging, this is perfect for immersive soothing listening. Based on my sound preference, I am writing this review.
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Gears Used
- Dac Dongle: ddHifi tc44c, tc44pro e2, Fosi audio Ds1,
- Phone: LG V60.
- Desktop Dac & Amp: Xduoo XD05 Basic with (BB OPA2132p, N5532p, JRC5532DD, OPA07CP) op amps, Kaei tap 2, Zen dac V2, Earman ST-Amp.
- DAP: Tempotec V3, Ibasso DX180.
Box Content
● IgniteX Beast Iem’s
● OFC copper cable with DSP
● Two types of silicon ear tips
Design and Build
The IEMs are based on Chinese mythology, specifically homage to the “IgniteX Beast,” one of the five divine animals. The see-through resin shell offers bright flame-like faceplates, well-made through 3D printing. Great quality, really artistic, and provides a very comfortable, semi-universal fit. thus, easy to wear for long listening. A high-quality 4-core oxygen-free copper cable is strong, flexible, and ends in a 0.78mm 2-pin connector with DSP.
“IgniteX Beast is a mythical creature recorded in ancient texts such as The Classic of Mountains and Seas and The Biographies of Immortals. It resembles a deer, with hooves like a horse, its body engulfed in flames, capable of spewing fire, and its roar echoes through the heavens. It was once the mount of the Flame Emperor. In folklore, it is seen as a symbol of strength and courage, also representing good fortune and blessings for childbirth. The deer head symbolizes vitality, the flames represent light and hope, conveying good luck and happiness.” — Kinera.
Fit and Comfort
The Kinera Celest IgniteX Beast sits right, and the comfort is superb: lightweight, semi-transparent resin shells feature an ergonomically well-thought-out design. Contoured for a secure, deep-in-the-ear fit, comfort is felt without a single hint of discomfort, even after hours of use. Semi-universal in fit with a range of ear sizes, several options were included for even more tailored performance in the eartips. Be it hours of immersion in music or just gaming, it would still be stable and comfortable, without having the slightest hint of fatigue.
Sound Impression
The Kinera Celest IgniteX Beast provides a somewhat warm, yet generally balanced, hybrid sound signature. Deep bass, with good impact without overpowering; midrange, smooth and natural, especially for vocals; treble is somewhat airy, and detailed, adding a sparkle but not sharp. It’s the stuff that keeps the music alive and never gets tired or fatiguing-such tuning will work with most genres of music and applications in gaming.
Bass
IgniteX Beast does host a 10mm LCP dynamic driver. The sub-bass does extend but low and gets a pretty nice rumble. it’s not like a bass-head type of bass but it’s close to a Harman target curve. The mid-bass is strong and better controlled. The bass isn’t bleeding into the midrange. The sound is clear and focused, and it is a well-balanced one, which makes it very good for most bass-heavy genres like EDM and hip-hop, among others.
Mids
The midrange vocals and instruments sound warm and natural. The male vocals power through with strength with smoothness, and the female vocals cut through clear and alive without being harsh or picky. But I found some picks in some of the female artists. Also for the recessed mids female vocals placed a bit forward but not all the way. The mids are rich in detail, and thus the middle sounds are a real pleasure to listen to-be it easy or carefully.
Treble
The treble is light, clear, and carried out by a special BA driver. High-pitched sounds, such as those from cymbals and strings, are bright with a shine that makes the music alive. The treble is adjusted not to have any sharp or annoying sounds, which makes long listening not tiring.
Soundstage and Instrument Separation
The IgniteX Beast presents a moderately wide soundstage that is immersive to listen to. The separation of instruments is very good; every element in a track with a lot going on can be distinctly perceived. This clarity amplifies musical enjoyment and brings a large dose of precision for uses other than music, like gaming and movie watching.
DSP Cable
My Ignitex beast comes with a DSP cable. and yes it’s a good-sounding DSP. DSP option for enhanced sound processing on modern devices. The integrated DSP technology optimizes the audio directly from the digital signal, thus providing accurate tuning with consistency in device-to-device performance. This means a balanced bass, clear mid, and articulated treble can be achieved easily without relying too much on heavy external DACs or amplifiers. The DSP variant, targeted at plug-and-play users, further reduces power consumption and liberates more convenience to smartphones or laptops without dedicated audio jacks.
Gaming Performance
It treats gamers really well. clear sound, distinguishable instruments, and most importantly, in-game sounds like footsteps or shots are easily recognizable. The wide soundstage makes games feel big-open-world games immense, fast-movement FPS games way more interesting. The natural balance of the sound makes conversations and all background noises realistic and fun.
Conclusion
The Kinera Celest IgniteX Beast has a great balance of sound, fashionably striking looks, and a pretty versatile use case. Be it casual listeners or audiophiles, its impressive bass and detailed mids, along with sparkling treble, fit well. Having good performance for gaming and multimedia, it’s a fairly complete model in this price class. Whether it is the pleasure of music, deep gaming, or the enjoyment of movies, the IgniteX Beast will give you a pretty satisfying experience.
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