Moondrop - JIU

In-Ears With 1 Dynamic Driver

Sale price₹ 2,190 Regular priceMRP: ₹ 2,499
Discontinued
This product is permanently discontinued by the manufacturer and continues to live on in Headphone Zone's Museum.

Unfortunately, even if we desire to, we won't be able to resurrect this product. The Museum is where we pay our respects to end-of-life, old, archived, but not forgotten products. This page was made with a lot of love and will live on for posterity. What to say, we're sentimental people. 😔

While this product is gone forever, here are others we recommend

Why Moondrop is Special

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Designed in China

🎖️ Established & Reputed

Trust us, our reputation speaks for itself 🏆!


We believe that when a brand has decades of proven excellence, you can invest with confidence knowing your purchase is backed by years of audio engineering expertise. These products come from manufacturers with extensive histories of innovation and unwavering commitment to sonic excellence. Think of them like luxury watch brands their reputation has been earned through decades of consistent quality and innovation.


With their extensive history of innovation and countless satisfied customers worldwide, you can be confident your investment is backed by proven audio engineering expertise and industry leadership 📈.


When you see "🎖️ Established & Reputed" products, expect time tested excellence from manufacturers who've consistently demonstrated mastery in audio engineering for generations.

🙌🏻 Revered by Audiophiles

Audiophiles can be really picky 😤, and if the audiophile community says something sounds good, you can bet it's exceptional! We believe that earning audiophile reverence is like getting a standing ovation from music critics it doesn't happen unless you've truly achieved something special. This audio gear has earned widespread acclaim from audiophiles worldwide, a community renowned for exacting standards and unwavering commitment to high fidelity reproduction.


These discerning enthusiasts particularly value its extraordinary precision in sound reproduction and remarkable capability to create thoroughly immersive listening experiences. The audiophile community's endorsement carries significant weight because of their extensive experience with high end equipment 🏆.


When you see "🙌🏻 Revered by Audiophiles" products, expect audiophile grade excellence that satisfies even the most demanding listeners and consistently exceeds the highest standards.

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Born in 2015

Why we love this IEM

🥜 Value for Money

We've found that the best gear isn’t always the most expensive. Some products punch well above their weight and deliver performance that rivals higher priced alternatives. That’s what we mean with the "Value for Money" badge. It’s our way of telling you that you’re getting something special without breaking the bank. 🥜


These products are all about maximum returns for minimal investment. You’re not just saving money you’re gaining an audio experience that exceeds expectations. Whether it’s build quality, tuning, or bundled accessories, these picks overdeliver.


When you see '🥜 Value for Money' products, expect impressive performance at an affordable price, making them a smart pick for budget conscious buyers or first time audiophiles.

🌱 Ideal for Beginners

Lost in the vast world of audio equipment?


Don't worry, we're here to guide you 🤝! We believe that everyone's audiophile journey should start with something approachable and welcoming. These carefully selected products serve as the perfect entry point into high quality sound, specifically chosen to help you navigate through sometimes overwhelming technical options. Think of them as your friendly neighbourhood guide who knows exactly where to start without getting lost in complex specifications.


These products strike an ideal balance between quality and accessibility, featuring user friendly designs and straightforward functionality. They're specifically selected as the perfect starting point for your audiophile journey, offering serious performance without intimidating complexity or premium pricing that might discourage exploration.


When you encounter "🌱 Ideal for Beginners" products, expect approachable excellence these are your stepping stones into the world of premium audio, designed to grow with your developing appreciation for great sound.

☎️ Works for Taking Calls

Need to take calls while enjoying your music?


These headphones have got you covered 📞! We've found that nothing's more frustrating than missing important calls because your headphones don't handle them well. These products come equipped with built in microphones and seamless call functionality, ensuring you never miss an important conversation while immersed in your audio experience. Think of them as your personal communication assistant that switches effortlessly between entertainment and business.


These devices are specifically engineered to provide crystal clear voice transmission during calls, featuring advanced noise cancelling technology that helps eliminate background interference. The intuitive controls make it simple to answer calls, adjust volume, and return to music without reaching for your phone.


When you see "☎️ Works for Taking Calls" products, expect versatile audio solutions that excel at both music playback and communication, perfect for professionals and anyone who values seamless connectivity.

📱 Works Great with Type-C

Don't have a 3.5mm headphone jack on your phone?


No need to worry 📞 We believe these products represent the future of seamless audio connectivity. Think of Type C as the universal language that all modern devices are learning to speak. It's like having a master key that works with your smartphone, laptop, tablet, and practically every new device you'll buy. These headphones connect directly to your Type C port, delivering pristine digital audio without any dongles or adapters cluttering your setup.


The direct Type C connection ensures both convenience and optimal audio performance, maintaining the integrity of your listening experience through a clean digital signal path. You'll enjoy plug and play functionality with universal compatibility, eliminating those frustrating moments of searching for the right adapter.


When you encounter "📱 Works Great with Type C" products, expect seamless connectivity with modern devices and future proof design that grows with your tech ecosystem.

🪖 Built like a Tank

Durability concerns? Rest assured 💪.


We tend to describe these products as audio equipment that's built to survive anything you can throw at them. These headphones incorporate high grade metal components and reinforced design elements that ensure they can handle demanding conditions while maintaining structural integrity. Think of them as the military grade vehicles of the audio world over engineered for reliability and built to last decades, not just years.


The metal construction provides exceptional strength and longevity while contributing to a premium feel that serious audio enthusiasts appreciate. Whether you're a professional who needs reliable daily use equipment or someone who values long term investment in audio gear 🏗️.


When you encounter "🪖 Built like a Tank" products, expect unmatched robustness and durability you can count on for years of intensive use.


Why it Sounds Amazing

🔈 Dynamic Driver

The dynamic powerhouse of your sound ⚡!


We believe dynamic drivers are like the "reliable workhorses" of the headphone world they've been perfected over decades and continue to deliver incredible performance. This driver design uses a lightweight diaphragm attached to a voice coil suspended within a permanent magnetic field, enabling precise and responsive movement that produces sound with remarkable efficiency. Think of them like precision engines that convert electrical energy into acoustic energy with impressive power and naturalness.


Dynamic drivers excel at delivering powerful and authoritative bass reproduction, clear midrange frequencies, and vibrant high frequencies. The inherent strengths ensure your music is reproduced with impressive dynamics and energy that stays true to the artist's intent 🎶.


When you see "🔈 Dynamic Driver" products, expect energetic, natural sound with excellent dynamics that bring every note and beat to life with exceptional realism.

⚖️ Balanced Sound Signature

In our experience, a balanced sound signature is like a well cooked meal nothing overpowering, everything in harmony. If you’re someone who listens to a bit of everything rock one day, jazz the next this is the tuning We’d recommend. It doesn’t boost any part of the sound unnaturally, so what you hear is often how the artist intended it. 🎧


Here’s what’s actually happening: the headphones don’t favour bass, mids, or treble excessively. This results in a neutral, natural, and versatile sound that suits a wide variety of music genres. While it may not feel as “exciting” as some more coloured tunings, balanced headphones tend to offer the most accurate reproduction, making them a favourite among audiophiles and studio pros alike.

🍿 Crisp Vocals & Instruments

Vocals and instruments sound so good, it's like a warm hug 🤗!


We believe that when vocals are reproduced correctly, they should feel like the artist is performing right there with you. These headphones demonstrate exceptional prowess in reproducing clear, articulate vocals and instruments, with each element rendered in stunning detail and separation. Think of it like having front row seats to an intimate acoustic performance where every breath, every string resonance, every subtle inflection comes through perfectly.


The natural timbre and tonal accuracy create an engaging presentation where every nuance is preserved while maintaining fatigue free listening. Each word, note, and subtle inflection is reproduced with outstanding definition and emotional connection 🎤.


When you encounter "🍿 Crisp Vocals & Instruments" products, expect vocal excellence that brings you closer to the emotional heart of every performance.

🍦 Smooth & Sweet Treble

Seeking something that sounds smooth and devoid of harshness 🥰? We tend to describe these headphones as having "silk like highs" that caress your ears rather than assault them. These products are meticulously designed to deliver high frequencies that are wonderfully gentle, offering a listening experience that's both sophisticated and delightful. Think of it like the difference between premium chocolate and cheap candy both are sweet, but one provides refined pleasure while the other can be overwhelming.


The carefully tuned treble presentation ensures musical details come through with remarkable clarity while maintaining natural, fatigue free character. The refined high frequency presentation maintains excellent detail and air while avoiding any hint of harshness or stridency ✨.


When you see "🍦 Smooth & Sweet Treble" products, expect refined high frequencies that deliver crisp detail with a touch of sweetness and sophistication.

🥃 Perfect to Layback & Relax

In our experience, a laid back sound is like sinking into your favorite armchair after a long day. It doesn’t push details in your face or try to overwhelm you with energy. Instead, it gives your music room to breathe and unfold naturally. Think of it like sipping a glass of smooth whisky there’s warmth, body, and ease. These headphones or IEMs are ideal for those who want to unwind and soak in a mellow vibe, whether it's a jazz trio or acoustic singer songwriter set. 🎧


Now, what’s actually happening here is a tuning that gently rolls off the treble and offers a warm, full low end. The midrange stays intimate, while bass adds comfort without punch, and highs avoid fatigue, making long sessions a pleasure. You won’t get maximum detail or separation but that’s the point. It’s not about dissecting the mix it’s about relaxing into it. For bedtime listening or just zoning out, this is your sonic hammock. 😌

Type-C Terminated In-Ears With Built-In DSP

Features a 10mm Dynamic Driver

The JIU presents an exceptional listening experience with its 10mm dynamic driver with a titanium-plated composite diaphragm. Moondrop JIU offers enhanced audio performance by using PVD (physical vapour deposition) technology. The JIU's sound signature is tuned to achieve a natural yet detailed sound, with a focus on clarity.

Features a 10mm Dynamic Driver

The JIU presents an exceptional listening experience with its 10mm dynamic driver with a titanium-plated composite diaphragm. Moondrop JIU offers enhanced audio performance by using PVD (physical vapour deposition) technology. The JIU's sound signature is tuned to achieve a natural yet detailed sound, with a focus on clarity.

Built-In DSP With Type-C Termination

Moondrop Jiu features a versatile USB Type-C connection port which can be connected to phones, laptops, and computers. It not only gets a modified connection interface but also has upgraded signal input via integrated DSP adjustments. Moondrop has taken the cavity structure and driver configuration of the Chu and further optimised its performance using DSP (Digital Signal Processing) technology for the JIU.

Equipped With MEMS Microphone and Line Control

Moondrop Jiu hosts a high-quality MEMS microphone which allows you to experience various usage scenarios, such as the audio-visual experience, online meetings, online classes, or gaming. The volume rocker enables you to adjust the volume easily.

Acoustic Cavity Structure with Zinc Alloy Shells

The design of the all-new Moondrop Jiu is eye-catching. The pair features high-quality Zinc Alloy material. Alongside its excellent audio performance, the JIU features a comfortable and durable design, making it suitable for audiophiles and casual listeners.The metal outer cavity is manufactured from alloy materials using melting and injection moulding technology. The overall design is lightweight but also has a solid, robust build structure.

Tuned Following Moondrop’s VDSF Target Curve

The Moondrop JIU has been fine-tuned by Moondrop using their renowned VDSF target response curve, which is a parametric target that uses composite elements to restore audio quality to mastering levels. The VDSF curve matches the more known Harman Target, which can mean a generally enjoyable sound signature.

Composite Cavity Dynamic Driver

The diaphragm has improved rigidity and damping, leading to better treble extension and details. Additionally, JIU utilises Aria's decentralised dynamic structure, a 10mm composite cavity with a high-frequency phased waveguide, N52 ND magnet internal magnetic circuit, and 0.035mm ultra-thin imported CCAW sound coil to achieve high energy conversion efficiency and deliver exceptional performance with a full dynamic range and rich details.

Built-In DSP With Type-C Termination

Moondrop Jiu features a versatile USB Type-C connection port which can be connected to phones, laptops, and computers. It not only gets a modified connection interface but also has upgraded signal input via integrated DSP adjustments. Moondrop has taken the cavity structure and driver configuration of the Chu and further optimised its performance using DSP (Digital Signal Processing) technology for the JIU.

Equipped With MEMS Microphone and Line Control

Moondrop Jiu hosts a high-quality MEMS microphone which allows you to experience various usage scenarios, such as the audio-visual experience, online meetings, online classes, or gaming. The volume rocker enables you to adjust the volume easily.

Acoustic Cavity Structure with Zinc Alloy Shells

The design of the all-new Moondrop Jiu is eye-catching. The pair features high-quality Zinc Alloy material. Alongside its excellent audio performance, the JIU features a comfortable and durable design, making it suitable for audiophiles and casual listeners.The metal outer cavity is manufactured from alloy materials using melting and injection moulding technology. The overall design is lightweight but also has a solid, robust build structure.

Tuned Following Moondrop’s VDSF Target Curve

The Moondrop JIU has been fine-tuned by Moondrop using their renowned VDSF target response curve, which is a parametric target that uses composite elements to restore audio quality to mastering levels. The VDSF curve matches the more known Harman Target, which can mean a generally enjoyable sound signature.

Composite Cavity Dynamic Driver

The diaphragm has improved rigidity and damping, leading to better treble extension and details. Additionally, JIU utilises Aria's decentralised dynamic structure, a 10mm composite cavity with a high-frequency phased waveguide, N52 ND magnet internal magnetic circuit, and 0.035mm ultra-thin imported CCAW sound coil to achieve high energy conversion efficiency and deliver exceptional performance with a full dynamic range and rich details.

Storage Bag

Ear Hook

Cable Tie

Manual


Driver
Diaphragm
Wired Connectivity
Type-C
Compatibility
Android & Windows
Microphone
Yes
Coil
0.035mm Ultra-thin - Black CCAW
Magnetic Circuit
N52 Magnetic High-performance Internal Magnetic Circuit


1 Year Warranty

Don't sweat it, this Moondrop - JIU comes with a 1 Year warranty from Moondrop that covers manufacturing defects. All products featured on Headphone Zone are backed by an original manufacturer's warranty.

Read more about Moondrop's warranty in India.

MOONDROP Labs : Integration of Design & Technology

Established in 2015 by Herbert Zheng, MOONDROP quickly gained recognition in the audio industry for its dedication to developing high-performance earbuds. Starting with the VX model, MOONDROP expanded its lineup with the innovative "Liebesleid" in 2017, setting new standards for sound quality and design.

With a focus on constant improvement, MOONDROP ventured into in-ear monitors (IEMs), releasing iconic models like the "IX" and the acclaimed "kanas" series. As the brand evolved, it solidified its position as a premium IEM manufacturer with releases such as the "Blessing," "A8," and "Reference." With a commitment to innovation and technology, MOONDROP continually pushes the boundaries of sound engineering, investing in research to optimize performance without following trends. Critically acclaimed models like the MOONDROP Starfield and MOONDROP Blessing2 showcase the brand's expertise and dedication to excellence, making MOONDROP a staple in many audiophiles' collections.


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The Moondrop JIU enhances the audio performance of the CHU through digital signal processing (DSP). By utilizing DSP, the JIU achieves improved tuning and delivers an immersive and captivating sound experience. The Moon drop JIU is definitely worth trying.

RAGHAV SOMANI

For a twenty-five dollar pair of USB type C headphones, the JIU really brings the sound quality. The soundstage and imaging are also surprisingly good and outmatches what most type C earbuds can do.
The Moondrop JIU are the best DSP-enabled budget IEMs I have tried so far. As such, they earn my recommendation for “USB type-C IEMs.”
The Moondrop JIU is a great all-rounder IEM for the price range and with almost perfect price to performance ratio. It is ideal as a daily driver for office communication also.
The Moondrop Jiu could represent the budget IEM market’s next big leap thanks to its integrated DSP. If you’re curious about integrated DSP, you should give the Jiu a listen.

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Generic Name Headphones
Importer Details Importers Name: Ferrari Video
Address: 63/18, 1st Main Road, Gandhi Nagar, Chennai - 600020
Contact No: 044-24420733
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