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Sound General
The original Pneuma was one of my favorite IEMs, and the Pneuma V2 is a nicely refined version of it. And, it retains the bass switch of the V1, still offering a nice tuning option for the lovers of a stronger bass presentation.
So, how does the new Pneuma V2 sound? Well, much like the original, but improved in technicalities. It is still warm with good thickness and body. However, the greatest thing about it is that it doesn’t lack in technicalities and it’s actually one of the best in its class. That makes the Pneuma V2 an ideal IEM which has the coherency and technical prowess to become one of the nicest options at this price in the market.
Sound Classics
Bass
When the switch is in the up position, the sub-bass gets a noticeable boost, adding warmth and impact without overwhelming the sound. You’ll hear more kick, rumble, and boom, which works great for genres that benefit from a bit more low-end energy. With the switch off, the Pneuma V2 behaves more like a full BA monitor, offering a cleaner, more refined sound with just a touch of kick—perfect for genres like jazz or acoustic music.
Beyond the bass switch, the Pneuma V2’s bass overall is impressive. It exhibits good texture and layering, with smooth decay. The bass extension is realistic and ideal, especially with the switch off, giving a detailed yet impactful low-end response. Importantly, the mid-bass is well-balanced—neither too recessed nor too forward—creating a natural and engaging low-frequency experience. This makes the Pneuma V2’s bass implementation one of its standout features.
It still has more bass than neutral even with the switch is off, so I wouldn’t say it is dead flat or neutral in the bass, but it’s not too bass focused either. Yet, I wouldn’t recommend turning the switch on because it presents a too fat bass response in my opinion. Also, when the switch is off, the bass of the V1 was flatter with a more neutral approach, whereas this V2 has a fatter mid-bass focus. I think I’d take the V1 tuning in the regard.
Mid-Range
What struck me most about the original Pneuma was its ability to deliver an incredibly natural reproduction of instruments, with exceptional definition and clarity. The Pneuma V2 continues this tradition, standing out as one of the finest IEMs in its price range for instrumental tonality. Its presentation is organic, life-like, and thoroughly satisfying.
Whether it’s a guitar, saxophone, violin, or piano, each instrument is rendered with remarkable texture, timbre, and body. The note size feels perfectly balanced, giving the impression that the instrument is playing right next to you. This level of realism, paired with the V2’s smooth, detailed presentation, creates a truly immersive listening experience that few IEMs can match.
The Pneuma V2 also manages to give a high level of transparency and spaciousness in the mid-range, more so than the original version. Since the V2’s obvious advantage over the original is the sound-stage, that is not a huge surprise. More on that later.
Treble
The treble on the Pneuma V2 remains impressively articulated and extended, despite its warm and slightly darker tonal balance. There’s a noticeable amount of air, clarity, and refinement in the high frequencies, showcasing Emil’s expert tuning and thoughtful engineering.
What stands out is how the Pneuma V2 achieves such treble excellence with just a single BA driver for the highs, underscoring the brilliance of its acoustic design. Many IEMs with more advanced or numerous drivers, including EST drivers, struggle to deliver such a well-balanced and detailed treble. This demonstrates that superior tuning and design choices can surpass sheer driver count or technology.
The V2 even improves on this by adding more sparkle and refinement in the upper treble range, enhancing the already strong performance of the original Pneuma, making it an even more polished IEM.
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Page 1: About, Packaging, Design & Build, Fit
Page 3: Technical Performance, Comparisons, Conclusion
