Moondrop

Moondrop x Crinacle Dusk

The Moondrop x Crinacle Dusk lands as a solid mid-range in-ear monitor, built around 2DD + 2BA + 2Planar.

60/100
Solid pick
Overall score · how we rate
2DD + 2BA + 2Planar3.5mm0.78mm 2pin
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Why we rate it

  • Tuning switches
  • Detachable cable
  • Swappable plug
  • Above-average driver count per side
  • Below-average balanced armature drivers
Score profile

Where the Moondrop x Crinacle Dusk wins and loses

Scored against the in-ear monitors (iems) class
DriversFrequencyTuningCableAccessories6548848469
Drivers
65
Frequency response
48
Tuning
84
Cable
84
Accessories
69
Full specification

Specifications

Grouped · supported features marked in blue

Drivers

Driver type2
Driver count per side6
Driver configuration2
Dynamic drivers2
Balanced armature drivers2
Planar magnetic drivers2
Impedance14.5
Sensitivity119

Frequency response

Frequency low10 Hz
Frequency high24000 Hz

Tuning

Tuning switchesYes

Cable

Detachable cableYes
Termination3.5
Swappable plugYes
Connector at earpiece0.78

Accessories

Ear tip pairs3
Case includedYes

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Head to head

Moondrop x Crinacle Dusk vs Moondrop Moondrop Variations

Highlighted cell = better in that row
DriversFrequencyTuningCableAccessories
Moondrop x Crinacle DuskMoondrop Variations
 MoondropMoondrop x Crinacle DuskThis pageMoondropMoondrop Variations
Overall score60 /10061 /100Better
Driver count6Better5
Driver type2Dynamic, Balanced Armature, Electrostatic
Impedance ohm14.515.2
Freq high24000 Hz40000 HzBetter
Who it's for

Is the Moondrop x Crinacle Dusk right for you?

Buy it if
Buyers on a budget

Anyone who needs a dependable in-ear monitor for the essentials without overspending.

Skip it if
Skip it if

You need reference-grade sound and features, in which case a higher-tier in-ear monitor is the better call.

Critical listener
Cares about detail, tuning and codec support.
good
Everyday listener
Music, calls and commuting, wants a safe all-rounder.
good
Value seeker
Wants the most sound for the least outlay.
good
Common questions

Before you buy

Is the Moondrop x Crinacle Dusk worth it?

It depends on what you need. It scores 60/100 against other in-ear monitors, a solid mid-range result where the class average is around 51.

What stands out on the Moondrop x Crinacle Dusk?

Its tuning switches stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.

How does it compare to the Moondrop Variations?

The Moondrop Variations scores 61/100 versus this one at 60/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.