Padsmith IEM VS 7hz Legato

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Padsmith IEM and 7hz Legato use 1DD+1Planar and 2DD driver setups respectively. Padsmith IEM costs $120 while 7hz Legato costs $100. Padsmith IEM is $20 more expensive. Padsmith IEM holds a decisive 1.8-point edge in reviewer scores (7 vs 5.2). Padsmith IEM has better mids with a 0.8-point edge, Padsmith IEM has significantly better treble with a 1.3-point edge, Padsmith IEM has significantly better dynamics with a 2-point edge and Padsmith IEM has significantly better soundstage with a 2.3-point edge.

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Metric Padsmith IEM 7hz Legato
Bass 7 5.5
Mids 5 4.2
Treble 4 2.7
Details 7 4
Soundstage 7 4.8
Imaging 7 4.3
Dynamics 6 4
Tonality 6.7 4.8
Technicalities 6 3.8

Padsmith IEM Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Fresh Reviews
Z-Reviews Jaytiss
Kois Archive
Audio Amigo

Average Reviewer Score:

7

Generally Favorable

7hz Legato Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Nymz Shuwa-T Jaytiss
Fresh Reviews Jays Audio
Z-Reviews
Head-Fi.org

Average Reviewer Score:

5.2

Mixed to Negative

Reviews Comparison

Padsmith IEM reviewed by Z-Reviews

Z-Reviews 6.8 * score rescaled + normalized
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7hz Legato reviewed by Z-Reviews

Z-Reviews 6.8 * score rescaled + normalized
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Padsmith IEM reviewed by Jaytiss

Jaytiss 6.3 Reviewer Score
C+ Tuning
C- Tech
Packaged like theiaudio iem... lol this hobby.

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Mids: C+ Treble: C- Dynamics: B Soundstage: A-
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7hz Legato reviewed by Jaytiss

Jaytiss 4 Reviewer Score
C- Tuning
E- Tech
It does bass well, it is very solid for the price. You need to watch movies on this.

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Mids: C+ Treble: E- Dynamics: C- Soundstage: C+

Padsmith IEM reviewed by Fresh Reviews

Fresh Reviews 5* * The score of this reviewer influences only the Gaming Score
Better in COD

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7hz Legato reviewed by Fresh Reviews

Fresh Reviews 5* * The score of this reviewer influences only the Gaming Score
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Padsmith IEM (more reviews)

Padsmith IEM reviewed by Audio Amigo

Audio Amigo 8 * score rescaled + normalized
An EM6L, but with toned down top end. Gorgeous shells. Microplanar instead of Balanced Armature. Great Details and Imaging. Acessories are a little barebones

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Padsmith IEM reviewed by Kois Archive

Kois Archive 7 Reviewer Score
A+ Tuning
A+ Tech
Rating: A- | Value: ⭐ | Gaming: 🎮 | Comfort: 9 nice planar micro details midbass a little much

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7hz Legato (more reviews)

7hz Legato reviewed by Jays Audio

Jays Audio 5 Reviewer Score
B+ Tuning
B Tech
SUPER SLAMMING BASS but also well controlled and fairly open stage.

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7hz Legato reviewed by Nymz

Nymz 4.3 Reviewer Score
C Tuning
C- Tech
Well done V for the price, but with some treble quirks. Great set for bassheads on a budget.

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Bass: B Mids: C- Treble: C- Details: C- Imaging: C-

7hz Legato reviewed by Shuwa-T

Shuwa-T 4.1 Reviewer Score
D+ Tuning
C- Tech
It's a lot of bass but absolute no resolution, some bass layering but everything is drowned out Why does this exist

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Bass: C+ Mids: D+ Treble: D Soundstage: C Details: C- Imaging: C

7hz Legato reviewed by Head-Fi.org

Head-Fi.org 7 * score rescaled + normalized
16 community members have rated the 7Hz Legato at an average of 3.8/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Strongly Favorable.

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Padsmith IEM Gaming Score

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

Gaming Score

5.7

Gaming Grade

B-

7hz Legato Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

3.6

Gaming Grade

D+

Padsmith IEM Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

B+
  • The tuning leans easygoing, yet occasional unevenness nudges it away from greatness. A bit of EQ polish can smooth things nicely.

Average Technical Grade

B
  • An honest, middle-of-the-road performance preserves structure without chasing micro-detail. It's respectable for everyday listening sessions.
Mids C+
The mids are solid and dependable, though not especially remarkable. Vocals stay reasonably grounded in the mix.
Treble C-
Treble performance is average, audible but short on refinement. There's acceptable presence but limited finesse.
Dynamics B
Expect energetic dynamics that bring music to life without harshness. It injects enthusiasm into fast music.
Soundstage A-
Immersion steps up dramatically as width, depth, and height integrate into a cohesive hologram. Everything sounds naturally spaced.
Gaming B-
Moderate spatial presentation conveys general directionality. Suitable for casual play where precision isn't critical.

7hz Legato Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

C
  • The tuning lacks refinement, jumping between dull and shouty without settling. Vocals frequently sound off-kilter.

Average Technical Grade

D+
  • Textural information blurs together, making the stage feel pinched and gray. Instrument edges blur together frequently.
Bass B-
Low-end delivery feels competent yet unremarkable, keeping a safe profile. Low-end bloom is kept in check.
Mids C-
The mids sound serviceable but rough around the edges, needing polish. Occasional glare can creep into upper mids.
Treble D-
Treble leans dark, softening cymbals and trimming extension. Brightness is replaced with a murky haze.
Dynamics C-
Dynamics are average—competent yet lacking real excitement. It keeps music listenable but uninspiring.
Soundstage C
You get decent separation, though instruments still stand shoulder to shoulder on a shallow plane. Instrument placement is just adequate.
Details C-
It conveys the core of each track yet glosses over the quieter gestures underneath. Delicate details remain a bit subdued.
Imaging C-
Center information lands in the right area but not with laser focus. Separation is adequate for casual listening.
Gaming D+
Compromised imaging significantly impacts gameplay awareness. Directional cues often lack accuracy or consistency.

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