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Sound Quality
In General
Compared to Sivga’s previous planar magnetic offerings, the new P2 Pro delivers a more neutral, flat, and natural sound with a well-balanced presentation. With the SV023, Sivga had already begun transitioning away from the fun, warm signature of earlier models, like the Apollo, which had a notably warm and thick sound. This shift towards a more balanced and neutral sound was a welcome change, and the P2 Pro continues in this direction. It offers a resolving, neutral, and flat sound signature, delivering highly competitive performance for its price point.
In my opinion, the headphone is well-balanced and has a linear sound. The clarity and crispness of the presentation are impressive, and it also provides good detail retrieval for its price. Additionally, the mids have a smooth delivery, and the tonality is pleasant. The headphone has the must-have qualities to perform on a high level in its price bracket, which is PRaT, resolution, separation and tonality.
Bass
The bass response of the P2 Pro is tight, neutral, and quick. It’s not a bass-heavy headphone, so it may not satisfy bass enthusiasts, but if you’re after a truthful and honest sound presentation, the P2 Pro delivers. The bass is flat, fast, and moderate in quantity, with no excess or embellishment. Yet, it retains the characteristic planar magnetic bass texture, which adds a pleasing depth to the sound.
I appreciate that, instead of opting for a fun, sub-bass-heavy approach, the P2 Pro offers a more realistic bass performance. It provides a sufficient amount of bass, but nothing excessive. However, if you’re accustomed to the bass-heavy tuning of the Sendy Apollo or Peacock, you might be surprised by the more restrained tuning of the P2 Pro—especially for a planar headphone, this neutral bass response is quite unexpected.
The P2 Pro excels at reproducing bass while maintaining a harmonious balance with the other frequencies. However, the bass texture could benefit from some enhancement, particularly for Pop and R&B genres. The separation between the bass and mids is commendable, contributing to an immersive and realistic listening experience. While bass enthusiasts might crave more impact, I find the performance satisfying. The bass is true to the recording—clean, well-controlled, and just the right amount in terms of quantity.
Mids
The P2 Pro offers a clean enough midrange with well-defined and naturally positioned vocals. The overall presentation remains lively and engaging. Tonal accuracy is solid, though there’s room for slight improvement. At times, the mids can sound a bit “off” in timbre, and the transparency in this range isn’t as strong as it could be. For comparison, the SV023 delivers cleaner and more transparent mids, while the P2 Pro doesn’t quite reach that level of midrange clarity.
The bass response is a critical aspect of the P2 Pro’s sound signature, providing a clean and tightly controlled presence that doesn’t overshadow the midrange. Although the midrange suffers from a slightly veiled presentation, increasing the bass—particularly in the mid-bass—would likely exacerbate this issue. Despite this, the midrange definition is commendable, and the added fullness contributes to a more musical and enjoyable listening experience.
Just like in the bass region, PRaT (Pace, Rhythm, and Timing) and dynamism are commendable for the price. The mid-range resolution is also impressive, and I believe the P2 Pro performs very well within its price point here.
Treble
The high frequencies on the P2 Pro are well-defined and clear, offering a pleasurable listening experience. It’s an excellent choice for those who appreciate a crisp treble delivery. The resolution is solid, and the timbre is nicely balanced—neither too thin nor too thick. The treble also offers good clarity and a sense of air.
While the P2 Pro excels in the lower treble, the upper treble lacks some extension. It delivers a detailed and resolving signature that works well across various music genres, but the extension in the upper treble isn’t its strongest suit. Overall, the treble performance is good, though I believe the extension could be improved to add a bit more spaciousness and airiness.
While the treble extension of the P2 Pro might not suit everyone’s taste, I found its articulation to be quite impressive. The treble is overall smooth and gentle, avoiding any harshness or sharpness in cymbal strikes.
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