August 28, 2025

Tangzu The King Wukong: A $1949 flagship IEM that blends power, precision, and luxury

TANGZU has unveiled its most ambitious in-ear monitor yet: THE KING WUKONG. Positioned as a true flagship, these earphones combine cutting-edge driver technology, meticulous acoustic engineering, and premium materials to deliver a listening experience that aims to satisfy even the most demanding audiophiles.

Triple-Hybrid Driver System

At the heart of THE KING WUKONG is an advanced three-way architecture that seamlessly integrates three different driver technologies:

Dynamic Driver – TANGZU’s proprietary unit with a diamond diaphragm, engineered for dense, textured, and controlled bass.
Six Knowles Balanced Armatures – handling the midrange with natural tonality, refined detail, and expressive vocal presence.
Four Shengyang Electrostatic Drivers – extending the treble with transparency, speed, and effortless air.

This complex system is managed by the Q-IAO NXT crossover, which ensures precise phase alignment across the spectrum. The result is a coherent, dynamic sound signature: deep and energetic lows, clear and lively mids, and open, ethereal highs.

The system is built on Tangzu's own dynamic driver with a diamond diaphragm, which is responsible for dense and controlled bass. — The system is built on Tangzu’s own dynamic driver with a diamond diaphragm, which is responsible for dense and controlled bass.

Titanium Housing, Built to Last

The earphone shells are crafted from Grade 4 titanium using 5-axis CNC machining. Beyond their striking design, the titanium housings are lightweight, durable, corrosion-resistant, and hypoallergenic. Their rigidity helps eliminate unwanted vibrations, preserving the accuracy and integrity of the sound.

An ergonomic, anatomical fit ensures comfort during long listening sessions, making them as practical as they are luxurious.

Premium Cable & Accessories

TANGZU complements its flagship with an equally premium cable. The stock cable is constructed from 148-core Furukawa silver-copper alloy, enhanced with gold and silver plating, and includes inserts of monocrystalline copper and silver. Finished with a 4.4mm balanced plug and 0.78mm 2-pin connectors, it offers both durability and uncompromising signal purity.

The kit includes a cable based on 148-core Furukawa alloy with silver and gold plating, as well as inserts made of monocrystalline copper and silver.

To maximize comfort and tuning flexibility, TANGZU includes a rich accessory package: Tang Sancai, AZLA, and Divinus eartips, along with a luxurious leather storage case.

Technical Specifications

Driver Configuration: 1x Tangzu diamond-diaphragm dynamic driver / 6x Knowles BA / 4x Shengyang EST
Frequency Response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz
Sensitivity: 112 dB (1 kHz)
Impedance: 22 ohms ±20%
Cable: 148-core Furukawa silver-copper alloy with precious metal plating
Connector: 0.78 mm 2-pin
Cable Length: 1.2m ±5%
Plug: 4.4 mm balanced