Cable Name | Overall | Vocal | Treble | Bass | Balance | Resoluiton | Soundstage |
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ivipQ A10 Tears of the Ocean | 10 | 10 | 10 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 10 |
Sound Characteristics
Resolution
Exceptional resolution with crystal-clear reproduction of minute details. Sound textures are remarkably vivid.
Sound Signature
Crisp, cool-toned character. Excellent speed and clarity for fast-paced music.
Female Vocals
Natural, composed presentation. Balanced with appropriate warmth and clarity.
Bass Response
Tight, well-controlled low end. Excellent separation and clean articulation.
Detailed Comparisons
vs ivipQ A22 (SIVGA Que)
Compared to A22, improved bass depth with better foundation and slight warmth. Female vocals are more restrained but natural with pleasant warmth. Treble detail shows slight enhancement.
vs ivipQ A11 (SIVGA Que)
Superior bass depth and separation compared to A11. Female vocals are clearer, though A11 has more pronounced warmth. Treble resolution is higher on A10, while A11 offers richer harmonics.
vs NICEHCK AceComet (ZiiGaat Arcanis)
Tighter bass response compared to AceComet. Slight advantage in vocal warmth, with sharper, more detailed treble and cool-toned character.
vs NICEHCK AceMeteor (HIMALAYA)
More defined bass compared to AceMeteor. Clearer female vocals, though AceMeteor has more pronounced warmth. Enhanced treble detail and soundstage expansion.
vs Stock Cable (HIMALAYA)
Upgrade from stock BlueLuna brings tighter bass, clearer forward-positioned vocals, improved treble separation with sharper character, and added depth to soundstage.
Final Assessment
The ivipQ A10 Tears of the Ocean combines premium materials including Pure Silver Palladium, 7NOCC, and Gold Foil to deliver top-tier performance. Its exceptional resolution stands out as the defining characteristic, reproducing minute audio details with stunning clarity.
As evident from comparative reviews, the A10 features a distinctive “crisp, cool-toned” sound signature that particularly excels with fast-paced music. Female vocals are presented with restrained forwardness, focusing on natural, composed delivery that ensures long-term listenability.
Recommended for:
- Listeners seeking ultimate resolution and micro-detail retrieval
- Those who frequently enjoy fast-paced musical genres
- Anyone preferring clear, sharp sound characteristics
True to its “Tears of the Ocean” name, this cable delivers transparent, crystal-clear sound reproduction. It particularly shines with electronic and rock genres where its speed and precision can be fully appreciated. Within the ivipQ lineup, this model will especially appeal to resolution-focused audiophiles.