7Hz Aurora IEM Review
7Hz has been one of the brands to watch ever since it released the Timeless back in 2021. That IEM is, in no small part, responsible for the influx of planar magnetic IEMs that have now become a regular feature in this space, pushing in-ear monitors into new and exciting territory. At this point, it’s a classic, but all things change in time. 7Hz has officially unveiled its new flagship: the 7Hz Aurora.
The Aurora is a thoroughly interesting IEM. Visually, it’s wholly unique with faceplates that look inspired by Damascus steel but are actually made of titanium. There are four different drivers inside each shell, composed of one huge dynamic driver, one planar magnetic driver, and two balanced armatures. It’s not the typical tribrid we see but is well-balanced, dynamic, and detailed. At $399, it faces stiff competition but is a worthy pick-up for music and games.
Specifications
- Current Price: $399 (Linsoul)
- Drivers: 1 DD (12mm) + 1 Planar (6mm) + 2 BA
- Sensitivity: 105dB
- Impedance: 30 Ohms
- Connector: 0.78mm 2Pin
- Plug: 3.5mm and 4.4mm
7Hz Aurora — First Impressions and Key Features
The 7Hz Aurora is one of my most anticipated IEMs of the year. As a big fan of the Timeless, when I heard that 7Hz would be releasing a new flagship, and that it would only cost $399, I knew I had to reach out and see if I could receive a sample set to try out and share. It was a long wait but well worth it.
The Aurora is gorgeous. Its faceplates are made of titanium filaments that change color depending on how the light hits them. One moment, they’re all blue, the next a mix of blue, purple, and magenta, and the next a full rainbow. The striped design reminds me of damascus steel, which is often found in expensive knives. In a time when just about everything seems to have been done in IEMs, 7Hz managed to debut something unique, and kudos to them for it.
Internally, the IEMs use a very unique driver structure. It’s a tribrid but trades the usual expensive electrostatic driver for a 6mm
