Mangird

Overview

Mangird is a Chinese brand specializing in in-ear monitors (IEMs) for audiophiles, known for hybrid driver configurations combining dynamic drivers and multiple balanced armatures. It gained recognition through models like the Mangird Tea, which developed a following among enthusiasts due to its tuning. The brand positions itself in the mid-fi to high-end market, with products distributed via retailers like Linsoul.

History

Founded in 2019 by a group of music-loving engineers focused on high-definition audio and studio performance equipment. The Mangird Tea model achieved popularity partly through audio influencer promotion, leading to sequels like Tea 2 and releases such as the flagship Mangird Up. Subsequent products include the Mangird Top and Top Pro, expanding its hybrid driver IEM lineup.

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Manufacturing

Products feature shells made from medical-grade resin imported from Germany, with handcrafted faceplates unique to each pair. Driver configurations use components from Knowles and Sonion, assembled in China. Manufacturing details indicate in-house design with specialized engineering for hybrid setups.

Notable Products

• Mangird Tea - Hybrid IEM with 6 balanced armatures and 1 dynamic driver that gained a cult following for its sound.
• Mangird Tea 2 - Sequel to the original Tea, maintaining balanced tuning in a hybrid configuration.
• XENNS Mangird Top - 9-driver hybrid (1DD + 8BA) IEM priced at $530 with medical-grade resin shells.
• XENNS Mangird Up - Flagship 7-driver hybrid IEM noted for engineering and tuning.
• XENNS Mangird Top Pro - 10-driver hybrid with 4-way crossover, priced at $499.

Reputation

Mangird is regarded by audiophiles for competent hybrid IEMs with strong midrange performance and technical ability, particularly from the Tea model's success. Reviews praise refinement and natural tonality in models like Top and Top Pro, though some note average staging and minor BA timbre in treble. It holds a solid position in the Chinese IEM market but has not consistently recaptured the original Tea's hype with later releases.