Sony IER Z1R VS 64 Audio U6t

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Sony IER Z1R and 64 Audio U6t use 2DD+1BA and 6BA driver setups respectively. Sony IER Z1R costs $1,700 while 64 Audio U6t costs $1,300. Sony IER Z1R is $400 more expensive. Sony IER Z1R holds a slight 0.3-point edge in reviewer scores (8.2 vs 7.9). Sony IER Z1R has significantly better bass with a 2.5-point edge, 64 Audio U6t has better mids with a 0.7-point edge, Sony IER Z1R has significantly better treble with a 1.8-point edge, Sony IER Z1R has better dynamics with a 0.8-point edge, Sony IER Z1R has significantly better soundstage with a 1-point edge, Sony IER Z1R has significantly better details with a 1.4-point edge and Sony IER Z1R has significantly better imaging with a 1.6-point edge.

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Metric Sony IER Z1R 64 Audio U6t
Bass 9.5 7
Mids 6.8 7.5
Treble 7.8 6
Details 7.4 6
Soundstage 8 7
Imaging 8.6 7
Dynamics 7.3 6.5
Tonality 8.1 6.8
Technicalities 8.2 5.9

Sony IER Z1R Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Smirk Audio Precogvision Shuwa-T Tim Tuned
Crin Nymz
Super* Review Jays Audio

Average Reviewer Score:

8.2

Very Positive


64 Audio U6t Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Jaytiss
Precogvision
Audionotions
Super* Review

Average Reviewer Score:

7.9

Strongly Favorable


Sony IER Z1R User Review Score

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Sony IER Z1R Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

6.6

Gaming Grade

B+

64 Audio U6t Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

5.1

Gaming Grade

C+

Sony IER Z1R 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

A+
  • Very competent with articulate presentation. Well-defined layers and precise imaging. Soundstage is immersive and handles dynamics well.
Bass S
World-class bass performance. Perfectly balanced between visceral impact, texture, and depth with zero bleed into mids.
Mids B+
Good midrange presence with solid clarity. Vocals are clear and instruments have reasonable texture and body.
Treble A
Excellent treble: airy, extended and well-controlled. Great micro-detail retrieval without sibilance or harshness.
Dynamics A-
Excellent dynamics with great contrast and speed. Transients are crisp and micro-details are clearly articulated.
Soundstage A+
Exceptional soundstage with holographic imaging. Creates a truly three-dimensional space where instruments float naturally around you.
Details A-
Excellent detail retrieval: highly resolving without being clinical. Effortlessly reveals micro-details and textural subtleties.
Imaging S-
Exceptional imaging with holographic precision. Creates a palpable sense of physical placement with perfect positional stability.
Gaming B+
Respectable environmental presentation favors atmosphere over precision. Detects obvious directional cues while conveying game world ambiance. Bad value-to-cost for gaming purpose - not recommended

64 Audio U6t 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

B-
  • Satisfactory technical performance. Handles basic detail retrieval adequately in most tracks. Maintains reasonable cohesion in simpler arrangements.
Bass A-
Strong, well-defined bass with good texture. Delivers satisfying punch and rumble without overwhelming other frequencies.
Mids A
Excellent midrange with natural timbre and great detail retrieval. Vocals are forward and emotive with lifelike instrument reproduction.
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.
Soundstage A-
Excellent spatial presentation - wide, deep and tall. Precise instrument placement with clear separation in all dimensions.
Details B
Good resolution with clear articulation of nuances. Reveals recording nuances and maintains clarity in complex passages.
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

Sony IER Z1R Reviews

Reviewed by: Super* Review

Super* Review 9* * score normalized

Reviewed by: Jays Audio

Jays Audio 9 Reviewer Score
S Tuning
S Tech
Best of the best in most areas, but vocals and mids can be thin due to fit issues. Insane bass texture/detail and HUGE soundstage. One of the best trebles I've heard.

Jays Audio original ranking

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Reviewed by: Crin

Crin 8 Reviewer Score
A+ Tuning
S- Tech
Extended yet natural treble, realistic sub-bass focus and spacious imaging capabilities.

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Reviewed by: Nymz

Nymz 8 Reviewer Score
A+ Tuning
A+ Tech
Recessed mids I can't approved but best bass tactility I've heard. One of the best stage I've heard. Top of the class treble. Fit is a massive problem for most - one of those that needs to be demoed before pressing checkout.

Nymz original ranking

Nymz Website

Bass: S+ Mids: B Treble: A+ Details: A- Imaging: S

Reviewed by: Smirk Audio

Smirk Audio 7.9 Reviewer Score
A+ Tuning
A Tech
Visceral, hard-hitting bass, sparkly treble, and a large, spherical soundstage with impressive height. Fit may pose a challenge for many. Cons: Poor fit.

Smirk Audio original ranking

Smirk Audio Head-Fi Profile

Bass: S Mids: A Treble: A+ Dynamics: A Details: A- Imaging: S-

Reviewed by: Precogvision

Precogvision 7.9 Reviewer Score
A+ Tuning
A Tech
Top-tier bass, treble, and soundstage height and width. I don't approve of the midrange these days.

Precogvision original ranking

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

Reviewed by: Shuwa-T

Shuwa-T 7.9 Reviewer Score
A Tuning
A+ Tech
Fun sounding without going overboard with the subbass, organic timbre The fit is atrocious, treble can get spicy on hi-hats

Shuwa-T original ranking

Shuwa-T Website

Bass: S- Mids: A Treble: A- Soundstage: A+ Details: S- Imaging: A+

Reviewed by: Tim Tuned

Tim Tuned 7.5 Reviewer Score
A Tuning
A+ Tech
Incredible extensions on both ends Lower midrange

Tim Tuned original ranking

Tim Tuned Youtube Channel
Bass: S+ Mids: A- Treble: A+

64 Audio U6t Reviews

Reviewed by: Super* Review

Super* Review 9* * score normalized

Reviewed by: Audionotions

Audionotions 8.5 Reviewer Score
It's a step down from U12T in techs, yes, but it's still competitive in the price range. In exchange, tonality and timbre are much improved, which, IMO, is much more important. Imaging, separation, resolution, stage, and dynamics are excellent. Bass is deep and very well textured. Mids have great body. Treble is detailed and extended with great air while never being sibilant or harsh. Really easy to pop on and get lost in the music with. Warm and gooey in the best way possible. Lush, rich, soulful. Previously Owned

Audionotions original ranking

Website (Audionotions)

Reviewed by: Precogvision

Precogvision 7.1 Reviewer Score
A Tuning
B+ Tech
Warm, thick, and with excellent dynamics. U12t's tubby younger brother that could use more resolution.

Precogvision original ranking

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

Reviewed by: Jaytiss

Jaytiss 6.8 Reviewer Score
B- Tuning
C+ Tech
Nice graph, but images weird for an iem of this cost.

Jaytiss original ranking

Jaytiss Youtube Channel
Mids: B Treble: C+ Dynamics: B Soundstage: A-

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