For audiophiles who crave top-notch sound quality without the constraints of wired connections, I am just one of those amateur music enthusiasts. When it comes to choosing audio equipment, I prefer products that strike a balance between sound quality and price. Among the myriad of options available on the market, the Swanar Wireless LE True Wireless Earphones from HIFIMAN perfectly align with the needs of novice audiophiles like myself. Combined with Roon, it offers an unparalleled Hi-Fi music experience.

Unveiling the Hi-Fi Magic of the Built-in Himalayan DAC Chip: A Comprehensive Review of the HIFIMAN Swanar Wireless LE

HIFIMAN has made significant waves in the Hi-Fi market, especially with the groundbreaking release of their self-developed R2R architecture DAC chip, the Himalayan. This chip has revolutionized the domestic DAC chip industry and has found its application in many of HIFIMAN's existing products, including the Swanar Wireless LE True Wireless Earphones we're introducing today.

Paired with Roon, the Swanar Wireless LE Ensures Hi-Fi Audio Quality at Every Step

When it comes to sound quality, ordinary consumers often focus solely on the earphones themselves. However, the entire transmission process, including lossless audio sources and the player, directly impacts the final output. This is why most audiophiles opt to set up a NAS for streaming media management. Here, I chose Roon, a robust streaming music management tool that thoroughly addresses concerns about audio sources.

Roon automatically scans audio files for sampling rate enhancement, achieving high-quality sound output. Additionally, Roon offers flexible operation, allowing seamless music management on both PC and mobile devices within the same local network. With customizable categorization based on personal preferences and features like multi-device streaming and a user-friendly interface, Roon surpasses many other music software currently available on the market.

Returning to the Swanar Wireless LE itself, compared to typical TWS earphones, its most competitive feature lies in the inclusion of the proprietary Himalayan R2R DAC + headphone amplification module + audiophile-grade topology diaphragm technology. This breakthrough overcomes the design limitations of current TWS earphones, ensuring that Bluetooth earphones can deliver true Hi-Fi sound quality, not just a marketing slogan.

During development, the Swanar Wireless LE always used the sound of the HIFIMAN SVANAR + HIFIMAN EF400 combination as a reference. As a result, in terms of sound quality, the Swanar Wireless LE achieves a 90% similarity to this million-yuan equipment.

Introducing the topology diaphragm technology, I would like to discuss its merits further. This technology is implemented across most of HIFIMAN's products. Its biggest advantage lies in applying a layer of nanometer particle coating to the surface of the dynamic driver diaphragm. This allows for adjustments to the coating's formula, thickness, and geometric shape according to different tuning requirements, ultimately achieving the desired sound characteristics.

In addition to its advanced sound technology, the Swanar Wireless LE also supports ANC active noise cancellation and ENC call noise reduction. ANC works by collecting external environmental noise through microphones and generating a reverse sound wave at the speaker end. The combination of these two noises achieves a perceptible reduction in noise. ENC noise reduction can suppress 90% of background noise, ensuring a clearer voice call experience.

After discussing these features, I selected several songs on Roon to share the overall listening experience.

Listening to "Turning the Scriptures," the soundstage is incredibly expansive, with layers of background instrumental melodies at the beginning. During the vocal section, the delicacy of the vocals becomes apparent, with excellent control between the mid and low frequencies. It feels like you can touch the inner tranquility that belongs to you along with the music, which is perhaps the best manifestation of the adage "No Hi-Fi, no music."

The Swanar Wireless LE's release of sound tension is evident when listening to Sonata for Violin and Continuo in G Minor. The gentle interweaving of mid and low frequencies at the beginning of the song creates a distinct aura for each musical phrase. Particularly in the middle section of the song, the high-frequency tones appear more robust, unlike some TWS earphones that might produce sharpness in high frequencies. Instead, the Swanar Wireless LE delivers pure and smooth sound quality. Believe me, once you make the comparison, you'll see that I'm not exaggerating.

Of course, for commuting or running errands, sound quality requirements are not as demanding. It's hard to achieve the same immersive listening experience outdoors as indoors. So, during my daily commute, I use the Swanar Wireless LE to listen to songs on Apple Music. Mainstream songs like Cheng Xiang's "Maybe" and "Human Fireworks" have excellent vocal saturation. Especially in "Human Fireworks," where various musical instruments are mixed, using the Swanar Wireless LE provides a seamless transition between instruments, offering a better listening experience.

Additionally, the Swanar Wireless LE supports three modes: ANC, transparency, and Hi-Fi. For commuting or going out, you can choose the transparency mode, which does not completely block external environmental sounds. Of course, if you want to fully immerse yourself in listening, activating the Hi-Fi mode will undoubtedly bring you a pleasant surprise. In this mode, both the DAC and amplifier modules function normally. After comparing the transition from the first two modes to Hi-Fi, I noticed that the sound is more expansive, providing a broader soundstage.

Battery Life

In terms of battery life, the Swanar Wireless LE can play music for 7 hours on a full charge and lasts up to 28 hours with the charging case. Considering the average usage time of about 3 hours a day, you can easily go a week without needing to recharge, eliminating the hassle of frequent charging.

Wearing Experience: Lightweight and Secure

To my surprise, the Swanar Wireless LE comes with eight pairs of silicone ear tips to accommodate different users' needs. After using it for some time, especially during my daily commute of about 3 hours each way, I find that wearing the Swanar Wireless LE does not cause discomfort.

Even when wearing the Swanar Wireless LE for activities like jogging, its stability is impressive. This outstanding wearing experience is mainly due to the earphones' ergonomic design, which fits snugly into the ear canal. Additionally, each earbud weighs only 8g, contributing to a lightweight and stable user experience.

Regarding operation, the Swan

ar Wireless LE supports touch controls, allowing users to switch functions with ease by single-clicking, double-clicking, or long-pressing on the left/right earbuds. This feature sets it apart from many other TWS earphones on the market and ensures a hassle-free user experience.

"Chic" Design: Surprising and Delightful

While wireless Bluetooth earphones are commonplace, their designs tend to be compact. Therefore, when I first got my hands on the Swanar Wireless LE True Wireless Earphones, I was pleasantly surprised. The overall size, including the earpiece and handle, is slightly larger than the Bluetooth earphones I've used before.

Despite its slightly larger size, the design of the Swanar Wireless LE is sleek and modern, with a metal ear cup and smooth curves transitioning seamlessly. When exposed to light, it exudes a jewelry-like aesthetic, showcasing its inherent stylishness. This is why I say that the initial experience with the Swanar Wireless LE True Wireless Earphones brings both surprise and delight.

This stylish sophistication extends to the charging case, which features a unique design unlike any I've seen before. Unlike conventional square or round designs, the Swanar Wireless LE's charging case adopts a polyhedral shape, with metal borders embellishing the edges. From a certain perspective, its unique structure makes it look more like a fashion accessory. It's worth noting that HIFIMAN's relentless pursuit of product craftsmanship is evident in this design.

However, the uniqueness of the charging case design is not just about enhancing visual appeal; it also serves a practical purpose. Regardless of the size of the silicone ear tips, the Swanar Wireless LE can be directly placed on top of the charging case for charging. This addresses a common issue where some wireless Bluetooth earphones cannot be properly stored and charged with larger ear tips. To address this, the Swanar Wireless LE optimizes the internal space of the charging case, ensuring that simple tasks are not repeated.

After experiencing the charging case structure, my fondness for these earphones increased even more. To highlight a very small detail, let's talk about the process of putting on and taking off the earphones. I've encountered some "awkward" designs before—where removing the earphones was particularly difficult, akin to "buttoning" them. However, compared to the Swanar Wireless LE's charging case, the smooth process of putting on and taking off the earphones provides a sense of relief.

Bringing Hi-Fi into Reach: The Swanar Wireless LE is Perfect for Novice Audiophiles

For novice audiophiles, I recommend investing in high-value Hi-Fi headphones like the Swanar Wireless LE. In the thousand-yuan price range, its sound quality is comparable to products costing three to four thousand yuan. Inside its compact body, it houses an independent Himalayan R2R DAC, a headphone amplification module, and topology diaphragm speaker units, delivering sound quality comparable to devices worth tens of thousands of yuan.

Bringing Hi-Fi into Reach: Novice Audiophiles, Don't Miss Out on This Product

For novice audiophiles, I recommend investing in high-value Hi-Fi headphones like the Swanar Wireless LE. In the thousand-yuan price range, its sound quality is comparable to products costing three to four thousand yuan. Inside its compact body, it houses an independent Himalayan R2R DAC, a headphone amplification module, and topology diaphragm speaker units, delivering sound quality comparable to devices worth tens of thousands of yuan.

After experiencing the Swanar Wireless LE, you might feel like I do—"Why didn't I discover this earlier?"