MOONDROP KATO IEM

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Color: Mirror Silver
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Sale price₹ 17,890.00 Regular price₹ 19,990.00
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Description

Presenting the Moondrop KATO. Designed to check all boxes for the perfect IEM, this in-ear monitor is fitted with a special 10mm ULT dynamic driver. This lets you enjoy your music as though it were being recorded right in front of you. The replaceable nozzles let you customise the sound while the unique design is sure to be a head-turner.
The Latest in Dynamic Technology
The Moondrop KATO is equipped with an independently developed 10mm Ultra-Linear Technology (ULT) dynamic driver. This driver with fitted with high-quality components like internal and external magnets, a linear air circulation structure, a large brass internal acoustic cavity, an extra-fine imported CCAW sound coil and a high-frequency phase waveguide.

Hear Every Detail
Experience a sound that’s in tune with the master recordings with the Moondrop KATO. This IEM delivers the original timbre and position of the musical instruments while retaining every other audio detail to give you a natural listening experience.

Your Music, the Way You Like it
Customise your music the way you want with the Moondrop KATO. The sound nozzle is crafted from two materials i.e. steel and brass, which change the sound based on the material used. Users can easily replace it thanks to the quick-release structure.

Secure & Beautiful
The KATO uses a modern design that’s meant to play with light and shadows. This is possible with the brand-new MIM technology that creates a rich 3D, layering effect. The new Spring Tips suppress weak resonance with a special diffusion structure and significantly lower the treble linear distortion caused by nozzel resonance for natural timbre. It adds a secure fit while preventing bass-loss caused by sound leakage.

Model No: KATO
Wearing Style: In-Ear
Earpiece Connection: Wired
Bluetooth Version: NA
No. of Drivers: 1
Driver Type: ULT dynamic driver
Driver Size: 10mm
Weight: NA
Sound pressure level (SPL): NA
Impedance: 32Ω±15% (@1KHz)
Frequency Response: 10Hz-45kHz (IEC61094, Free Field)
Maximum Power Handling: NA
Sensitivity: 123dB/Nrms (@1KHz)
Codecs: NA
Active Noise Cancellation: NA
Volume Control Function: NA
Microphone: NA
Play Time: NA
Additional Runtime: NA
Battery Capacity: NA
Charging Interface: NA
Audio Jack Size: 3.5mm stereo single-ended plug
Cable Length: 1.25m
Cable Detachable: YES
Connector: 0.78-2Pin sunken design
Water Resistance: NA
Warranty Period: 1 Year

Warranty Period: 1 Year from the date of Invoice
Covered: Manufacturing Defects Only
Warranty Form: https://www.theaudiostore.in/pages/warranty-claim-form Cable: 1-month warranty only for manufacturing defects only

MOONDROP is a China-based audiophile products developer that has gained immense popularity for its range of high-quality audio products. The brand offers a wide range of products such as in-ear monitors, earphones, headphones, portable DACs, upgrade cables for IEMs, and eartips. MOONDROP products are known for their exceptional sound quality and excellent build quality, making them an ideal choice for audiophiles who demand the best from their audio gear. Whether you are a casual listener or a seasoned audiophile, MOONDROP has something for everyone.

Customer Reviews

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Raj Menon (Mumbai)
Bright Balanced and Complete

I write this review after almost 6 months of purchase. During this period I bought several other IEMs and was listening to a variety of sounds. The Moondrop Kato is a unique iem in its own way. Perfect balanced sound for all genres of music. All frequencies shine on this iem. My only problem is with the fit. It's a bit heavy, being solid CNC machined metal. I haven't tried the more evolved tips to resolve the fit issue. The sub bass and mid bass are quite surprisingly more prominent than some of the planar IEMs I listened to. The vocals and high frequencies were so much clear and bright with no distortion or sibilance even at higher volumes. The Kato is easy to drive and expose nuances in music that remain subdued on other IEMs. Its a whole new experience listening to hi definition music on Kato. Slowly building on you as it gradually burns in. The Kato is a must for aspiring audiophiles. It also is a reference monitor for comparisons with other Hybrid, Planar and BA iems. I am sure, you won't be disappointed with its performance.

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A. (Patna)
It's an experience, not just an IEM. Worth the money.

Pros: 

1. Good punchy bass, Bass has quality over quantity

2. Good mid-range

3. Good detailed and well extended highs, good airiness

4. Good detail retrieval

5. Decent soundstage and imaging, good layering and separation

6. Well-built and comfortable fit, but slightly heavy...only if doesn't fit well in your ear. So try different ear tips and most probably that heaviness will not bother you when the IEM is securely fitting in your ear.

Cons:

1. Lacks a bit sub bass rumble, it was a good thing for me, cause it makes listening experience possible for long duration.

It is expected from this IEM cause It is Balance sounding IEM.

P.S. : The price of these IEMs are justified, the level of engineering, quality of the product and accessories together make up for this high marked price.

What you can expect from this IEM is to sound more lively and more human like than other earphones, which people usually use ranging from the price of 500 to 2-3K earphones.

These sound so much more lively and full.
Sound is like it is there around your ears, not being produced by mechanical device into your ear canal, it creates sound like it is just there around you.

Not much around you like that produced by Open Back Headphones, but still way better soundstage than regular earphones under price range of 3K.

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Sajai (Bengaluru)
The perfect IEM! This is what I was waiting for my whole life! :)

I've used a ton of headphones and earphones including expensive ones that costs more than Kato! But this one is a gem which i could dig out! In short the perfect IEM's for me! There are reviews mentioning bass is not pronounced, but you should listen to this first, this boy has the best tight and controlled bass, not the boomy one like other iem's. Usually I'm not a treble head, but man this one has the best treble i have listed to.. very well controlled, and not harsh at all! I'm loving these. Thinking now, should I buy one more of these and keep it as a back up? :P what if Moondrop stops this model and release it for 500 dollar bracket in a different name? Something to think about :).

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Joel Johny (New Delhi)
An Aria with much better technicalities.

I was confused between the Kato and the Timeless but in the end I went with the Kato maily due to the fact that it can be driven with any sources.
It sounds great both on an iphone dongle and on my Sony NW A105, Also vocals are really good on these and according to reviews the timeless don't shine well on vocals.
If you have a powerful DAP or a balanced portable amp then go for the Timeless, but you will never be dissapointed with the Kato no matter the sources you are driving it with.

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Shameer Mohamed (Coimbatore)
Awesomeness fully loaded 😍

This is my 1st iem above 10k budget., I always consider price to performance ratio ,my mind was like 7hz timeless vs Kato.. finally I pick this because there is no negative reviews for kato but timeless have that,almost all top online reviewers praised and that's true

Kato's biggest plus is it can handle any genre with ease., Am not skipping my playlist, at this time iam listening to my fav 90s A.r Rahman playlist, and it's bliss :) getting new sounds

Nothing is less nor High , everything is well balanced..I mean the Lows , mids and highs

My setup is simple fiio Btr5 , op7 Poweramp player and No EQ adjustments

According to me my Top 3 iems are

Less than 3k- Blon 03 ( but strictly you have to change the stock cable and eartips, to get the full potential) if you are not ready for that Go 4 KZ Zex

5 to 6k - undoubtedly TINHIFI T3 plus , superb value for money, instead of Aria I bought this :)

Above 10k undoubtedly KATO...seems like for atleast next 1 year I won't buy new iem...am satisfied

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Mohd Shakil Ansari (Lucknow)
Excellent

Moondrop Kato has been creating lot of space for itself in reviews. Gorgeous looking mirror silver finish iem sounds very energetic, intense and thrilling.
Pros
- Full body sound with neutral to bright tuning
- Bass is accurate, tight and attacking. Not at all boomy or bloated. Not for bass heads.
- Vocal sounds very natural and full bodied and is extremely pleasing to listen. Forward and clear.
- IMHO treble is what impressed me very much in kato. Very sparkly and clear to ears without being harsh. Treble presentation is so pleasing and listenable that I can go on listening for hours without any fatigue.
- And lastly soundstage OMG. It's so wide and spacious.
- Imaging and instrument separation is brilliantly done.
Good job moondrop👍

Cons
Didn't find any. May be to others, shells might feel heavy but not for me.
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