If you’ve been messing around with IEMs for a while, then you’ll probably know exactly what I’m talking about here, and that is that so many Chinese IEMs tend to have a very shallow fit in the ear.
Moondrop starfield skin#
It’s pretty obvious that throughout various parts of the world people tend to have very different physical features in terms of our faces, heights, skin pigmentation, etc., and so I’m starting to wonder if the difference between your average Western and European ear shapes and that of Asian ear shapes is playing a role here. I’m starting to wonder if this isn’t perhaps as a result of genetics seeing as how regularly I’ve encountered this. Unfortunately, the Starfield does have one particular issue in common with practically all affordable Chinese IEMs that I’ve encountered, and that has to do with the fit. It does the job, but it doesn’t seem to really match that impression of something a bit more special that you get with the IEM housings. It’s on the thinner side and the 3.5mm connector housing is just plain ol’ translucent moulded plastic. Yes, it’s got some braiding, and it does feel relatively soft, but it also feels pretty much like every other cable that comes with affordable IEMs. Whilst we’re talking about the cable, this one feels a bit generic.
Moondrop starfield driver#
The cable also features a similar type of color scheme, although the effect of the colour is not as prominent as that of the driver housing. Usually this is an area where more budget friendly IEMs can suffer, but even more expensive units are not immune to experiencing some scuffing or perhaps even discoloration and chips. The finish looks to be of really good quality and I couldn’t really find any rough spots, but exactly how well this paint finish will hold up to the effects of wear and tear is something only time will tell. Perhaps the most striking aspect of the Starfield’s design is the colour-scheme as it features this really intriguing pearlescent finish which transitions between various shades of green, blue, and purple. The only thing I’m a bit disappointed about with regards to the build is that the seam for the faceplate is very obvious, as opposed to the seamless design that we’ve seen on other IEMs such as FiiO’s FA1, and numerous other multi-BA and hybrid-driver IEMs from smaller Chinese manufacturers. Like many affordable IEMs to come from China, the build quality of the housing is of pretty good quality, and it makes the Starfield look and feel more premium than what the retail price of $109 might suggest.
The overall design and profile of the Starfield seems to be very similar to Moondrop’s Kanas Pro and KXXS, even down to the recessed 2-pin connectors.
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