CVJ Shine : Will It Shine

We are going to review another Chi-Fi IEM. This time, we are going to review CVJ's CVJ Shine, their latest single-dynamic driver IEM.

DISCLAIMER : This unit was provided by CVJ Love in exchange for an honest and unbiased review. I received no monetary compensation from CVJ during or after this review. Thank you so much, CVJ for providing me with this unit to review.

CVJ Shine is a single-dynamic driver with a 0.75mm two-pin connection and has a universal fit as used by other chi-fi companies. However, the design has a unique distinction among the rest of the bunch since its diamond-like appearance is all handmade.

Pros :

• Warm and satisfying bass
• Sub-bass focused
• Non-fatiguing highs
• Relaxing to the ears

Cons : 

• Bass bleeds
• Overall technicalities are average
• Recessed midrange

PACKAGING

Starting with the packaging as usual, the box is small and just right for the IEM. Inside the package is similar to CVJ Angel Wings. The inclusions are minimal and straightforward. 

- 1 CVJ shine

- 1 SPC cable

- 3 pairs of eartips

- 1 earphone pouch

SOUND

The CVJ is a very powerful and satisfying bass IEM. I expected this unit to be bright, but I was so wrong. Bassheads will definitely like this unit. It works with most genres, but EDM, pop, and rock work better with these IEM.

Lows : Bass is very defined and elevated. It has a focus on the sub-bass, offering a powerful punch and earthy rumbles. Because of the extended bass, there is noticeable bleeding on the mids, making the lower mids sound recessed.

Mids : Mids are evidently recessed because of the elevated lower frequencies. This results in a dark and thick vocal. This works effectively on male vocals. Upper mids are not the most resolving in terms of resolution, but are adequate enough for most genres.

Treble : The treble is slightly extended. However, the lower frequency managed to extend all the way through the treble region, making it less harsh and less extended than your usual V-shaped IEM. Little to no sibilance is observed; they do not get splashy, so that is somehow good for those who are sensitive to treble. The details are somehow average, nothing to write home about. 

Soundstage and Imaging : Soundstage has an average width and resolution. Spatial imaging is not the best and most natural sounding thing out there, but it can at least be good in terms of proper instrument and vocal placement. Imaging is lacking in a sense that you are asking for more of those crisp and air. However, if you want a safe and soothing listening experience and want to indulge in those energetic low frequencies, then this may not be an issue. 

FINAL RATING

The CVJ Shine turned out to be a very bassy and dark IEM with enough power to be driven on smartphones. It's definitely not SHINY and shimmering as its name suggests. I currently use an LG G8 with Hi-Fi Quad DAC activated and it drives quite well. I am not a fan of the design, but I really appreciate the effort they put into the IEM. I took a good look at CVJ's other IEM offerings, and I personally liked the design of the CVJ Angel Wings and the CVJ Dusk. This is the first IEM I reviewed from CVJ and I enjoyed it with EDM tracks. They might have to work on the technicalities and details of these IEM, refine the tuning just a bit. This is around $30-$35. If they could tone down the price just a bit, around $25, I would say this is a good IEM for bassheads.