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NiceHCK NX8ti - Huge step up from NX8

May 13, 2026

by bryaudioreviews on May 12,2026

Introduction

The original NiceHCK NX8 was an IEM I had pretty mixed feelings about. On one hand, it had a very enjoyable and smooth all-rounder tuning with solid bass and non-fatiguing treble. On the other hand, I always felt like something was missing, particularly in the upper registers. The presentation sounded slightly hazy, staging felt constrained, and the treble lacked the openness and clarity I expected from a tribrid setup.

Using the SS nozzle improved things significantly by bringing the upper mids and treble more forward, tightening up transients, and reducing that hazy presentation. But even then, I still felt the NX8 had limitations technically.

Enter the NX8Ti.

The NX8Ti is not a small refinement. It is a very noticeable step up across almost every aspect of the listening experience. Better bass extension, cleaner imaging, wider staging, more refined treble, improved dynamics, and a far more polished presentation overall.

At $399 retail ($359 launch price), the NX8Ti positions itself firmly in the mid-fi bracket. Thankfully, unlike many expensive “upgrades” that feel incremental, the NX8Ti actually justifies its existence imo.

Build Quality and Accessories

NiceHCK absolutely nailed the presentation here.

The unboxing experience genuinely feels like opening a flagship product. Everything from the magnetic presentation box to the layered accessory layout screams premium. It honestly reminds me more of TOTL products rather than a typical mid-fi release.

Accessory-wise, this is one of the best packages I’ve seen around this price point:

Multiple sets of eartips (4 different types)
Premium carrying case
Cleaning accessories
Spare filters
Interchangeable nozzles
High quality stock cable

And speaking of the cable…

The included cable is fantastic in terms of build quality. Thick, premium-feeling, well-built, and visually gorgeous. Typical NiceHCK cable expertise on full display here.

That said, I can see non-cable hobbyists finding it a little too thick and cumbersome. It is not the most flexible or easiest cable to handle casually.

The shells themselves are extremely well made. The titanium faceplates look understated yet premium, and the shells remain lightweight and comfortable despite the premium construction.

Fit is great. The shells are ergonomic, lightweight, and disappear in the ears surprisingly well.

Tuning Nozzles

Unlike the original NX8 where the nozzle changes were very dramatic (sold separately), the nozzle differences here are more refined and subtle.

1. Titanium Nozzle

This is my preferred nozzle.

The Ti nozzle delivers a fuller and warmer presentation overall. Midbass has more body and fullness, vocals sound thicker, and the overall presentation becomes more musical and engaging.

Imagine applying a subtle “warm” filter over your music without sacrificing detail retrieval.

This tuning feels more natural and balanced to me.

2. Brass Nozzle

The brass nozzle leans slightly leaner and cleaner.

Midbass becomes tighter with less warmth and bleed into the mids. Vocals sound slightly cleaner and more separated, though slightly less full-bodied.

If you prefer a cleaner and more reference-style midrange presentation, you may prefer the brass nozzle.

Personally, I still gravitate towards the Ti nozzle because it sounds more cohesive and musical overall.

Sound Impressions

Bass

The bass performance here is a huge step up from the original NX8.

The first thing I noticed was extension. The NX8Ti digs noticeably deeper and sounds substantially more resolving in the low end. Subbass has excellent rumble and authority while remaining clean and textured.

The transient response is also much tighter. Bass notes start and stop with better control, slam harder, and feel significantly more refined overall.

Compared to the NX8, the original almost sounds midrange-focused.

The NX8Ti balances quantity and quality extremely well. It has enough physicality to sound engaging and dynamic, but never crosses into bloated or overly bass-heavy territory.

Midrange

The midrange presentation is clean, open, and natural sounding.

Vocals are positioned beautifully. Neither recessed nor aggressively forward. They sit naturally in the center of the mix with excellent clarity and separation.

Male vocals sound full and natural while female vocals maintain good energy without becoming shouty.

One thing I really appreciate is how coherent the entire presentation sounds. Despite being a tribrid, transitions between the drivers are seamless and cohesive.

The original NX8 sometimes sounded slightly disconnected and hazy in comparison.

Treble

Treble is smooth, airy, and open sounding.

Importantly, unlike the original NX8, it no longer feels “missing.” (That was my biggest critique of the stock NX8)

There is finally enough upper-end presence to let the piezo driver actually contribute meaningfully to the sound. Treble extension is good, cymbals have proper air and decay, and details are presented naturally without sounding forced.

The NX8Ti manages to sound detailed without becoming fatiguing or overly sharp.

That said, if I had to nitpick, I still personally would prefer just a tiny bit more bite and sparkle in the treble region. Trebleheads may want slightly more aggression up top.

But realistically, I think most people will actually prefer this smoother and safer tuning approach.

Technicalities

This is where the biggest upgrade over the original NX8 becomes obvious.

Soundstage

The NX8Ti has a noticeably wider and more immersive stage.

The original NX8 sounded relatively small and hazy in comparison. Here, instruments breathe properly and the presentation feels far more spacious and holographic.

Nothing sounds cramped, but nothing sounds artificially stretched either.

Imaging

Imaging is significantly cleaner and sharper than the original NX8.

Instrument placement is precise, directional cues are clearer, and separation between instruments is much easier to identify.

The hazy presentation from the original NX8 is largely gone.

Resolution

Resolution is also a clear step up.

Microdetails are easier to pick out, bass textures are cleaner, and overall layering feels much more refined.

The NX8Ti simply sounds more mature and technically capable.

Comparing to the Original NX8

Switching the original NX8 to my preferred SS nozzle pairing improves it significantly:

Treble becomes more forward
Presentation becomes brighter
Transients tighten up
Hazy presentation improves

I would estimate maybe a 5% improvement over the stock nozzle configuration.

However, the NX8Ti is still clearly superior.

The improvements are:

Better bass extension
Better treble extension
Wider stage
Cleaner imaging
Better layering
More resolving overall
More refined presentation

And importantly, it achieves all this without the downside of the SS nozzle becoming slightly too forward at times.

The NX8ti is just better in every way in my opinion.

Drivability

The NX8Ti is very easy to drive and does not scale much with sources

Even low powered dongles can drive it comfortably, and you do not need expensive amplification to enjoy it.

Pricing and Availability

The NiceHCK NX8Ti is officially priced at $399 USD, with a launch price of $359 USD. The code below is provided by NiceHCK and is NOT an affiliate code.

Launch code: NNX8TI (NOT AN AFFILIATE CODE)

Store links:
1. NX8Ti Aliexpress - https://fr.aliexpress.com/item/1005012191227684.html?gatewayAdapt=glo2fra
2. NX8Ti Official - https://www.nicehck.com/products/nicehck-hifi-iem-nx8ti-limited-edition

Conclusion

The NiceHCK NX8Ti is exactly what I wanted the original NX8 to be.

It fixes the hazy presentation, improves the technical performance substantially, extends better on both ends, and delivers a much more refined and polished listening experience overall.

At $399 ($359 during launch), I can comfortably give this 5 stars.

The combination of premium presentation, excellent build quality, refined tuning, strong technical performance, and fantastic accessories makes this feel like a genuinely complete package.

Most importantly, this does not feel like a small sidegrade over the NX8, it is more of an upgrade.

If you enjoyed the general tonality of the original NX8 but wanted better technical performance, cleaner imaging, wider staging, and more refined treble, the NX8Ti absolutely delivers.