Brutally Honest AFUL MIRACLE (N)ONE Review (Overhyped or Revolutionary?)

AFUL Miracle 1 — Review Summary

Main Sound and Features

The AFUL Miracle 1 uses a single 6 mm dynamic driver for full-range sound. The reviewer says this produces unusually extended, airy treble.

Its overall presentation is smooth, with the treble as its defining feature: splashy, airy, and well extended, with decent detail and clean layering. The small shells may also fit comfortably, particularly for listeners who struggle with larger or average-sized IEMs.

Pros

• Smooth, airy treble adds sparkle to cymbals and other high-frequency sounds.
• Fast, tight, controlled bass.
• Clean overall layering and a comfortable, small fit.
• Enjoyable at lower listening volumes for people who specifically want an airy sound.

Cons and Listening Experience

• Bass is light and lacks slam, weight, rumble, texture, and dynamic impact compared with larger or dedicated bass drivers.
• Vocals—especially male vocals—can sound flat, thin, distant, and lacking in power, fullness, and detail. The reviewer attributes this partly to the subdued 1–6 kHz region, quick bass, and treble drawing attention away from the mids.
• Treble can become fatiguing at higher volumes. The reviewer found it problematic above roughly 70–75 dB, sometimes causing ear ringing on energetic K-pop, J-pop, and hip-hop tracks. Listening above 75 dB for more than 30–40 minutes was uncomfortable.
• This creates a compromise: at lower volumes, vocals and bass can feel underpowered; at higher volumes, the treble can become tiring.
• Technical performance is considered acceptable for the price, but the reviewer says comparable or better options are available for less.
• The reviewer considers the single-driver concept poor value if it cannot match the bass performance of multi-driver alternatives. They argue that a dedicated bass driver could have improved impact and texture while preserving the airy treble.

Comparisons

• KSC75 (as identified in the subtitles): Said to offer deeper, more impactful bass, fuller and more powerful vocals, and smoother, less fatiguing treble, while costing around $100 or less on sale.
• Magic One: Warmer and fuller, with more natural, powerful, and extended vocals and mid-bass. The Miracle 1 is said to have clearer separation and airier, more detailed treble.
• Linsoul Avant (called “Aune” in part of the subtitles): Recommended as a more complete upgrade for listeners who like the Miracle 1’s airy sound, with fuller bass, more detailed vocals, and better resolution, imaging, and transients.
• Kiwi Ears KE04 Mark II: Offers a fuller, more vocal-centric sound, better bass texture and slam, and better tolerance for louder, longer listening. It is less airy than the Miracle 1.
• The reviewer also names the Ksear, Supermix 4, Shozy P-Ear, and Daybreaks as cheaper or better all-rounder options.

Verdict and Value

The Miracle 1 is a niche choice for listeners who prioritize smooth, splashy, airy treble and listen at lower volumes. It is not recommended as a best-value or all-rounder IEM because of its light bass, underpowered vocals, and volume-related treble fatigue.

The reviewer considers it overpriced and overhyped at its usual price, recommending it only on a steep sale—around $150 or less, ideally closer to $100.

No numerical review score was given. The video presents one reviewer’s perspective; no other speakers offer separate views.