There have been a lot of collaborations going on here and there, but somehow not every collaboration worked out the way we wanted. There are the good ones and the truly terrifying ones. This time, Gizaudio is taking part in a collaboration with LETSHUOER. We have the LETSHUOER Galileo, which has a design that will transport you to the vastness of space.
DISCLAIMER:
This is a tour unit provided by HiFiGo; I was not compensated prior to, during, or after the review. This review was loaned to me to provide an honest opinion about the unit.
PACKAGING
The packaging has a simple yet aesthetic feel. It has numerous inclusions, and the included case feels premium; however, the case is difficult to open, and forcing it open may cause it to break. Using a flathead screwdriver or something flat and sturdy may be the key to prying these open, but save yourself the trouble because there's a trick to it. Simply apply light pressure to the case's surface and pry the lock open with your fingers.
Now what's in the box?
- Galileo IEMs
- An overly protective case
- A cable
- Cleaning brush
- 6 pairs of eartips (3 pairs narrow bore and 3 pairs wide bore)
- And some paperwork, and love letters you would probably need (or not).
BUILD
The Galileo drivers are housed in an attractive, lightweight resin shell. The nozzle mesh looks cheap, but I hope it's durable in the long run. The IEM itself is very comfortable to wear, fits like a glove, and doesn't feel bulky. The cables feel premium and don't tangle. I find the eartips to be personally uncomfortable, especially the white ones. The black eartips are softer but still feel uncomfortable to wear.
SOUND
With the market overflowing with U-shaped IEMs that really tire me out on reviewing any more IEMs, the Galileo made a difference, and the moment I plugged in these IEMs, I was surprised at how neutral they were compared to the other IEMs on the market. It has its own downsides, though, that may turn off casual listeners, which I will explain in detail below.
Lows: This would probably be the biggest turn-off for many as the bass lacks engagement and energy that a casual enthusiast might crave. It still has that presence, but it might sound dull and flat to bassheads. Subbass is almost absent and can hardly be felt. Midbass is lacking in weight and quality, which makes it sloppy and awkward in some tracks. Personally, it's still tolerable, but I think the bass is played too safe here to be adored by most listeners. However, that lack of bass adds that neutral, uncolored feel.
Mids: The lack of bass paves the way for the mids to truly shine. The midrange is clean, natural, and rich. It could be richer if more weight is added to the lows. Nevertheless, it's only my preference, but with its current tuning, I'd say the midrange is well emphasized and vocals really shine. The upper midrange is safely tuned but doesn't sound endearing. Some people, like me, might demand more meatiness in the mids to add more intimacy to female vocals and more soul and thickness to male vocals. Then again, playing it safe wouldn't be a bad idea.
Treble: The treble has a decent amount of air and clarity. It doesn't sound metallic or jarring to the ears, and it is free of sibilance. They really played it safe with the whole frequency while still having a fair amount of details.
Technicalities: The soundstage is decent but not phenomenal. It has enough width to separate the vocals from the instruments but doesn't have that three-dimensional depth. The imaging can break down vocals and instruments as accurately as possible.
Pros:- An almost neutral sound signature
- Looks very nice
- Inoffensive sound
- Lightweight and fits well in the ears
Cons:
- May sound very boring to some
- Average technicalities
- Lacks bass weight and texture
- An overly protective case that feels like a Pandora's Box
While the Galileo looks very aesthetic, it may not satisfy the majority of listeners and bassheads in its current tuning. It may leave others with a boring, lifeless pair of IEMs and may not be the most competitive against the others in the market, but it's a great niche choice for those who wanted a safe and neutral tuning. These are for the absolute enthusiasts of neutral sound or for those who wanted to take a breath of fresh air from the condensed selection of U-shaped IEMs in the market right now. If you are one of Galileo's target consumers, I would highly recommend this pair, and Gizaudio did a good job with this collaboration.
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