A&K x CFA Pathfinder VS 64 Audio U12t
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A&K x CFA Pathfinder Aggregated Review Score
A&K x CFA Pathfinder Average Reviewer Scores
Average Reviewer Score:
5.2Generally Unfavorable
64 Audio U12t Aggregated Review Score
64 Audio U12t Average Reviewer Scores
Average Reviewer Score:
8.4Very Positive
A&K x CFA Pathfinder Details
Driver Configuration: 2DD+3BA
Tuning Type: n/a
Price (Msrp): $1,900
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64 Audio U12t Details
Driver Configuration: 12BA
Tuning Type: U-Shaped
Price (Msrp): $2,000
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64 Audio U12t User Review Score
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A&K x CFA Pathfinder Gaming Score
Gaming Score & Grade
- The gaming score is prioritizing technical capabilities of the IEM (Separation, Layering, Soundstage) and good value.
Gaming Score
4Gaming Grade
C-64 Audio U12t Gaming Score
Gaming Score & Grade
- The gaming score is prioritizing technical capabilities of the IEM (Separation, Layering, Soundstage) and good value.
Gaming Score
6.9Gaming Grade
B+A&K x CFA Pathfinder Scorings
Average Technical & Tuning Grades
Average Tunign Grade
C+- Flawed execution of tonal character. Noticeable peaks/dips affect timbre and coherence. May suit specific genres but lacks refinement.
Average Technical Grade
B-- Competent but unremarkable. Decent detail retrieval in quieter tracks, though busy sections challenge cohesion. Imaging is average, lacking depth.
Bass
C+
Average bass performance - present but unremarkable. Has reasonable texture but lacks depth and physicality.
Mids
C+
Decent midrange performance - balanced but unremarkable. Adequate clarity for most genres without notable flaws.
Treble
C+
Decent treble with acceptable extension and detail. Can sound slightly unrefined but avoids being harsh or sibilant.
Dynamics
C+
Decent dynamic performance. Good macro-contrast but micro-dynamics could be more nuanced. Satisfactory impact.
Details
B
Good resolution with clear articulation of nuances. Reveals recording nuances and maintains clarity in complex passages.
Imaging
B
Good imaging with precise instrument placement. Clear localization within the soundstage including front/back positioning.
Gaming
C-
Minimal environmental definition provides only general audio cues. Suitable for games where positioning isn't critical. Bad value-to-cost for gaming purpose - not recommended
64 Audio U12t Scorings
Average Technical & Tuning Grades
Average Tunign Grade
A- Well-executed tonal character. No major flaws with good technical control. Smooth presentation works with multiple genres.
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
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
S-
Exceptional resolution that uncovers the deepest layers. Retrieves even the most minute details while maintaining natural timbre.
Imaging
S
Reference-class imaging: perfectly pinpoint accuracy in 3D space. Utterly realistic placement with zero positional drift.
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
A&K x CFA Pathfinder Reviews
A&K x CFA Pathfinder reviewed by: Precogvision
5.2
Reviewer Score
C+
Tuning
B-
Tech
Odd colorations that aren't awful, but that don't exactly culminate for the better. Precogvision Youtube Channel
Bass: C+
Mids: C+
Treble: C+
Dynamics: C+
Details: B
Imaging: B
64 Audio U12t Reviews
64 Audio U12t reviewed by: Jays Audio
8.5
Reviewer Score
A+
Tuning
S
Tech
TOTL tech. Mid-scoop can affect mids/vocal texture and placement, recessed midrange, treble is harsh at high volumes. Great bass detail, but could be punchier. Jays Audio Youtube Channel
64 Audio U12t reviewed by: Crin
7.5
Reviewer Score
A
Tuning
A+
Tech
Amazing bass (for a BA), top-tier resolution and detail-oriented signature. Crin Youtube Channel
64 Audio U12t reviewed by: Jaytiss
7.8
Reviewer Score
A
Tuning
A+
Tech
Just Smooth and nice, great all arounder with smooth technicals, but too boring. Jaytiss Youtube Channel
Mids: A+
Treble: A+
Dynamics: A-
Soundstage: A+
64 Audio U12t reviewed by: Precogvision
8.6
Reviewer Score
A+
Tuning
S-
Tech
Terrific dynamic range and soundstage depth; the closest I have heard to a two-channel system in an IEM for these qualities. Precogvision Youtube Channel
Bass: A+
Mids: S
Treble: A-
Dynamics: A+
Details: S
Imaging: S
64 Audio U12t reviewed by: Tim Tuned
7.5
Reviewer Score
A
Tuning
S
Tech
Pros: Extremely versatile signature, great bass and details. Cons: Potentially too safe tuning wise. Tim Tuned Youtube Channel
Bass: S
Mids: A-
Treble: A+
64 Audio U12t reviewed by: Super* Review
10*
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64 Audio U12t reviewed by: Smirk Audio
7.9
Reviewer Score
A
Tuning
A+
Tech
Good resolution and dynamics with great imaging. Smooth, slightly recessed upper-mids with an upper treble peak.
Bass: A-
Mids: A+
Treble: A
Dynamics: A+
Details: A+
Imaging: S-
64 Audio U12t reviewed by: Shuwa-T
8.5
Reviewer Score
A+
Tuning
S-
Tech
Strengths: Bass texture, superb clarity. Weaknesses: Can sound too sterile. Comment: Really clean sounding monitor with excellent technical aspects.
Bass: S-
Mids: S-
Treble: A+
Soundstage: S-
Details: S
Imaging: S-
64 Audio U12t reviewed by: Nymz
9.1
Reviewer Score
S-
Tuning
S
Tech
As good as it gets. Great tuning and techs. Best set I've heard to date. Closest thing to speakers. Love it.
Bass: S
Mids: S
Treble: A+
Details: S
Imaging: S+
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