Empire Ears Raven VS 64 Audio U18S

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Empire Ears Raven and 64 Audio U18S use 2DD+5BA+4EST+1BC and 18BA driver setups respectively. Empire Ears Raven costs $3,600 while 64 Audio U18S costs $3,000. Empire Ears Raven is $600 more expensive. Empire Ears Raven holds a decisive 2.3-point edge in reviewer scores (8.5 vs 6.3). Empire Ears Raven has significantly better bass with a 2-point edge, Empire Ears Raven has significantly better dynamics with a 2-point edge, Empire Ears Raven has significantly better details with a 1-point edge and Empire Ears Raven has significantly better imaging with a 2-point edge.

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Metric Empire Ears Raven 64 Audio U18S
Bass 8 6
Mids 8 8
Treble 6 6
Details 9 8
Imaging 9 7
Dynamics 8 6
Tonality 8.2 6.7
Technicalities 8.9 7

Empire Ears Raven Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Precogvision
Jays Audio

Average Reviewer Score:

8.5

Excellent


64 Audio U18S Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Precogvision Super* Review

Average Reviewer Score:

6.3

Mixed to Positive


Empire Ears Raven User Review Score

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Empire Ears Raven Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

  • The gaming score is prioritizing technical capabilities of the IEM (Separation, Layering, Soundstage) and good value.

Gaming Score

7.1

Gaming Grade

A-

64 Audio U18S Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

  • The gaming score is prioritizing technical capabilities of the IEM (Separation, Layering, Soundstage) and good value.

Gaming Score

5.4

Gaming Grade

C+

Empire Ears Raven Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

A+
  • Refined execution with coherent frequency integration. Natural timbre reproduction and engaging presentation. Strong versatility.

Average Technical Grade

S-
  • Excellent clarity and detail. Precise imaging and expansive soundstage. Manages complex passages with minimal smearing and good transient speed.
Bass A+
Excellent bass response - powerful yet controlled. Deep extension with authoritative slam while maintaining clarity.
Mids A+
Superb midrange that's rich and resolving. Exceptional transparency and micro-details with perfect vocal/instrument balance.
Treble B
Good treble response - clear and detailed without fatigue. Well-extended with proper air and sparkle.
Dynamics A+
Superb dynamic range - powerful yet nuanced. Exceptional transient response with lifelike impact and subtle volume gradations.
Details S
Reference-class detail: microscopic resolution with perfect texture reproduction. Nothing is lost, revealing the absolute truth of the recording.
Imaging S
Reference-class imaging: perfectly pinpoint accuracy in 3D space. Utterly realistic placement with zero positional drift.
Gaming A-
Good fundamental spatial awareness for most gaming scenarios. Handles basic positioning well but may lack nuance in complex situations. Bad value-to-cost for gaming purpose - not recommended

64 Audio U18S Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

B+
  • Generally enjoyable tonal character with some noticeable unevenness. Maintains listenability while showing room for refinement in frequency balance.

Average Technical Grade

A-
  • Competent technical presentation. Handles separation and detail well in most tracks, with modest soundstage and acceptable imaging capabilities.
Bass B
Good bass foundation with decent impact. Maintains acceptable control while providing satisfying thump in most tracks.
Mids A+
Superb midrange that's rich and resolving. Exceptional transparency and micro-details with perfect vocal/instrument balance.
Treble B
Good treble response - clear and detailed without fatigue. Well-extended with proper air and sparkle.
Dynamics B
Good dynamic expression with solid impact. Handles volume contrasts well while maintaining good transient snap.
Details A+
Exceptional resolution that uncovers the deepest layers. Retrieves even the most minute details while maintaining natural timbre.
Imaging A-
Excellent imaging: precise and stable placement. Instruments occupy specific points in space with tangible positions.
Gaming C+
Fundamental left/right positioning with limited depth perception. Works for non-competitive gaming but lacks precision. Bad value-to-cost for gaming purpose - not recommended

Empire Ears Raven Reviews

Reviewed by: Jays Audio

Jays Audio 9 Reviewer Score
S Tuning
S Tech
V/W Shaped. Energetic treble. Great tech. Fun bass and engaging signature. Overpriced?

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Reviewed by: Precogvision

Precogvision 8 Reviewer Score
A- Tuning
S- Tech
Sounds quite hi-fi and grand sounding, but coherency could use work - bass is distinct from the EST tweeters.

Precogvision original ranking

Precogvision Youtube Channel
Bass: A+ Mids: A+ Treble: B Dynamics: A+ Details: S Imaging: S

64 Audio U18S Reviews

Reviewed by: Precogvision

Precogvision 6.5 Reviewer Score
B+ Tuning
A- Tech
A worse U12t. Lacks U12t's dynamic range and layering chops.

Precogvision original ranking

Precogvision Youtube Channel
Bass: B Mids: A+ Treble: B Dynamics: B Details: A+ Imaging: A-

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Super* Review 6* * score normalized

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