Moondrop May DSP review

The Moondrop May is the pick for people who want more than a basic plug-in pair. Moondrop describes it as a USB-C in-ear monitor with online interactive DSP and a hybrid of a 10mm sapphire-plated dynamic driver and a 6mm annular planar magnetic driver. The cable plugs into USB-C and detaches from the earpieces with a standard 0.78 2-pin connector, so a damaged cable does not mean replacing the whole set. Moondrop lists 30 ohms impedance, 120dB/Vrms sensitivity and a frequency response of 7Hz to 39kHz, or 20Hz to 20kHz effective, and supports tuning through its Moondrop Link app and online EQ. The box includes a leather case. On the other side, Moondrop's site gives no US price, the package list does not mention a microphone, and in-ear monitors take more fiddling than EarPods. Buy it for listening at home, not for calls.

Who it is for

enthusiasts who want app EQ and a hybrid driver setup

Price

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Key features

• 10mm sapphire-plated dynamic driver plus 6mm annular planar magnetic driver
• USB-C cable plug with online interactive DSP
• Detachable 0.78 2-pin cable
• Frequency response 7Hz to 39kHz; effective 20Hz to 20kHz
• Leather case included

Strengths and weaknesses

• Strength: Only hybrid dynamic plus planar design on this list
• Strength: Detachable cable can be replaced if it fails
• Strength: Moondrop Link app and online EQ for tuning
• Weakness: Moondrop lists no US price on its own site
• Weakness: No in-line mic is listed in the package
• Weakness: In-ear monitor shells and a detachable cable take more setup than a plain earbud

Key facts

• Drivers: 10mm dynamic + 6mm planar
• Impedance: 30 ohms
• Sensitivity: 120dB/Vrms
• Cable: USB-C, 0.78 2-pin, detachable
• In the box: Stock cable, leather case, manual

Where it ranks

Moondrop May DSP is No. 9 in our Best USB-C Earbuds verdict.