Sivga has continued to expand its presence in the IEM market with products that combine distinctive styling and ambitious audio performance. The Lyrebird is its latest addition, aimed at listeners looking to move further into the world of audiophile earphones. Let’s examine its design, comfort, features, and sound quality to determine how it compares within its price range.
What You Get
- Lyrebird earphones: 1 pair
- Crazy Horse leather carrying case: 1 pc
- Ear tips (two types): 7 pairs
- User manual: 1 pc
- Product certificate: 1 pc
Look & Feel
Sivga knows how to make a good-looking IEM, with the Nightingale and QUE UTG being great examples. The Lyrebird is the most refined earphone they’ve made, with its sleek, compact shape and handcrafted wood that has a glistening resin. This is all encased in an aluminum housing that makes the Lyrebird feel like a higher-end product. In terms of fit, the Lyrebird is very ergonomic and sits naturally in your concha. It feels like the right size for an IEM, especially one that boasts a hearty interior.
Design
The Lyrebird is a quad-driver hybrid IEM featuring a 10mm polymer-composite dynamic driver, a balanced armature driver, a micro-planar driver, and a 9.2mm multilayer piezoelectric ceramic driver in each earpiece. The 10mm polymer-composite dynamic driver handles the bass, while a dedicated balanced armature driver focuses on vocal clarity and detail. A micro-planar driver supports the upper frequencies with a smooth, responsive presentation, and a 9.2mm multilayer piezoelectric ceramic driver reproduces fine high-frequency details and extension.
- Impedance: 14Ω±15% @1kHz
- Sensitivity: 108±3dB @1kHz
- Frequency Response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz
- THD: ≤ 1% @ 1kHz
Soundstage
IEMs in this price range tend to shoot beyond their preconceived ability, especially Sivga. The Lyrebird is another example of that, a perfect entry-level to audiophile sound, and the soundstage is a big part of that. It always sounds like two channels performing in tandem, resulting in great balance and separation. Instruments that appear in either channel are given a clear, carved-out identity that positions itself with tactility and grace, making everything easy to localize in a mix. The way instruments appear in the stereo field is very distinct and highlighted by open layers and wide separation that spans far. The imaging doesn’t appear thin either; it’s full-bodied and spread out. Pan information comes through with solid accuracy, allowing for expanded height and movement to the sound signature.
Low End
On its surface, the Lyrebird has a very forward, impactful bass. The lows resonate with clarity and shape for a full response that easily engulfs you. With that said, there is a very clear barrier to how deep the bass can go. Sub-bass extension is there, but it’s a bit quiet. The mid-bass dominates most of the low-end’s tonal power, overriding the subs and resulting in a limited amount of depth and rumble. Everything impressive about the Lyrebird’s bass is very direct, with its outward ressonance able to easily give you the impression of energy and drive. This works for the Lyrebird’s price point, satisfying listeners who like a fast and punchy resposne, but its ability to capture finer details is limited.
Mids
Like the bass, the mids have a lot of power, but the fundamental frequencies are quite recessed. This makes for a tuning that favors coloration, emphasizing low-mid warmth and mid-treble crispness. Instruments have a general clarity and are actually very organized throughout the mix, leading to a sense of instrumental cohesion. This helps elevate a midrange that favors warmth, clearing a space for more articulate arrangements that aren’t veiled by a bloated haze. Instruments are individualized well, even if the note impact isn’t very distinct. Transients are pretty mellow here, and that works for the tonal character the Lyrebrid possesses. It’s a fun midrange that doesn’t sacrifice articulation, which is an impressive feat for an entry-level IEM.
Highs
While the treble is definitely the thinnest part of the Lyrebird’s sound signature, they feel fairly detailed and expressive. They have a limited reach, but cymbals have genuine sparkle, resulting in a rich glisten that holds itself back just enough as to not fall into any piercing textures. Overall, the highs are very smooth, but also tactile with their transient resposne. They operate with a good level of finesse, even when height is limited.
Summary
The Sivga Lyrebird is an engaging hybrid IEM that delivers impressive imaging, wide separation, and a lively sound for its price. Its punchy mid-bass and warm, colorful midrange make music feel energetic, while the smooth treble provides enough sparkle without becoming harsh. Sub-bass depth, fundamental midrange presence, and upper-frequency extension leave some room for improvement, but the Lyrebird remains a strong entry-level audiophile IEM. With its refined wooden construction, comfortable fit, and ambitious quad-driver design, it is an appealing option for listeners who value spaciousness, warmth, and impact.
The Sivga Lyrebird is available at Audio46.
