(True Wireless Earbuds Review) Edifier Hecate GX07: Compatible with LHDC, with a well-balanced sound typical of Edifier; ANC and app customizability are mediocre, but the unique design shines through.

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Overview of Edifier Hecate GX07
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- Basic Specifications
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Connection quality
Interface/operation
Sound quality
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Overview of Edifier Hecate GX07

This review will give an overview of Edifier Hecate GX07. A complete review of this product can be found here.

audio-sound Score

Total Score: 8.9 / 10.0
Package: 8.5 / 10.0
Build quality: 8.5 / 10.0
Fit: 8.5 / 10.0
High range: 8.5 / 10.0
Mid range: 9.0 / 10.0
Low range: 9.5 / 10.0
Less distortion: 8.0 / 10.0
Communication quality: 9.5 / 10.0
Active noise cancellation: 8.0/10.0

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Basic Specifications

Continuous / maximum playback time: 5h (ANC ON) / 27h
Waterproof performance: IPX5
Supported codecs: LHDC / aptX / SBC

package

The Edifier Hecate GX07 package meets the price standard.

Package contents

Edifier Hecate GX07
Charging case
USB Type-C cable
Eartips (3 sizes)
carrying pouch
Manual

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Build quality

The build quality of the Edifier Hecate GX07 is well worth the price. The design is futuristic and sci-fi.

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Fit

The fit is good.

Connection quality

I tested it by connecting it to a Cayin N6II/E02 with AAC.

I don't know because I haven't been in crowds, but it is stable in the home. Distance tolerance is a bit weak and tends to be a bit choppy at distances of about 5 meters. The sound did not break up across the obstruction, and I was able to listen to music consistently afterwards.

There may be a small amount of background noise, but most people probably won't notice it.

Interface/operation

Power ON	Open the charging case lid
Power OFF	Place the earphones in the charging case and close the lid
Pairing	Put the earphones in the case and press and hold the pairing button on the case for 3 seconds
Play a song	Tap the multifunction button on the right ear twice
Stop playback	Tap the multifunction button on the right ear twice
Forward song	Tap the multi-function button on the right ear three times
Answer call	Tap the multi-function button twice
End call	Tap the multi-function button twice
Low delay mode ON/OFF	Tap the multi-function button on the left ear three times
Switch between ANC mode and transparent mode	Tap the multifunction button on the left ear twice

Sound quality

REW Frequency Response

The present measurements are based on HATS measurements and the resonance peak is set around 9kHz.

Sound quality description

The following review was tested on a FiiO M15 with SBC connection.

The Edifier Hecate GX07 is fairly close to neutral in normal mode; there is no significant change in sound balance in ANC mode, but in game mode the signature is closer to a V-shape with an emphasis on spatiality.

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Sound quality general comment

Original sound fidelity: A-
Recommendation: A-
Personal preference: B+

The Edifier Hecate GX07 is not a bad choice in its price range and is well balanced and tuned, as is typical of Edifier. However, the lack of transparency in the midrange and somewhat peppy highs will divide tastes.

Sound quality features

Pros

Good balance
Low frequency range with a sense of weight
Soundstage with a sense of depth
Clear consonants

Cons

Dark, dry midrange lacking thickness
Prone to harsh grinding sounds
Tends to be harsh

General comment

The Edifier Hecate GX07 is Edifier's ambitious flagship gaming true wireless earphones that supports the high-quality sound codec LHDC and includes active noise cancellation. The sound is balanced, as is typical of Edifier, but the high frequencies are emphasized so that gunshots and other sounds can be heard clearly, and are further intensified in gaming mode. Latency seems to be at a practical level, so if you are looking for a different model with a slightly sharp design that can be used for both music and gaming in a balanced manner, this may not be a bad choice.

However, there is not a lot of customization available through apps, and the active noise cancellation is not as good as it could be, so you can get a better model for music appreciation at a lower price.