Aful Explorer VS Padsmith IEM
IEM Comparison: Expert & Community Scores Side-by-Side
Aful Explorer and Padsmith IEM use 1DD+2BA and 1DD+1Planar driver setups respectively. Aful Explorer costs $120 while Padsmith IEM costs $120. Aful Explorer holds a clear 0.6-point edge in reviewer scores (7.1 vs 6.6). Aful Explorer has significantly better mids with a 1.2-point edge, Aful Explorer has significantly better treble with a 2.8-point edge and Aful Explorer has significantly better dynamics with a 1-point edge.
Insights
| Metric | Aful Explorer | Padsmith IEM |
|---|---|---|
| Bass | 6.5 | 6.6 |
| Mids | 6.2 | 5 |
| Treble | 6.8 | 4 |
| Details | 6.5 | 6.6 |
| Soundstage | 7 | 7 |
| Imaging | 6.5 | 6.6 |
| Dynamics | 7 | 6 |
| Tonality | 7 | 5.3 |
| Technicalities | 6.6 | 4 |
Aful Explorer Aggregated Review Score
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Aful Explorer Details
Driver Configuration: 1DD+2BA
Tuning Type: bass-boosted neutral
Brand: AFUL Top AFUL IEMs
Price (Msrp): $120
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Padsmith IEM Details
Driver Configuration: 1DD+1Planar
Tuning Type: n/a
Price (Msrp): $120
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Aful Explorer User Review Score
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Aful Explorer Gaming Score
Gaming Score & Grade
- The gaming score is prioritizing technical capabilities of the IEM (Separation, Layering, Soundstage) and good value.
Gaming Score
6.7Gaming Grade
B+Padsmith IEM Gaming Score
Gaming Score & Grade
- The gaming score is prioritizing technical capabilities of the IEM (Separation, Layering, Soundstage) and good value.
Gaming Score
3.9Gaming Grade
D+Aful Explorer Scorings
Average Technical & Tuning Grades
Average Tunign Grade
A-- 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.
Padsmith IEM Scorings
Average Technical & Tuning Grades
Average Tunign Grade
C+- Generally enjoyable tonal character with some noticeable unevenness. Maintains listenability while showing room for refinement in frequency balance.
Average Technical Grade
C-- Limited resolution; finer nuances are masked. Soundstage feels narrow, and complex passages cause muddiness. Transitions lack finesse.
Aful Explorer Reviews
8.5
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8*
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Relaxed upper mid-range. Vocals sound a little bit more forward than instruments. Smooth treble performance.Super* Review original ranking
Super* Review Youtube Channel
7.6
Reviewer Score
The mids still upset me, but it sounds magical. Jaytiss Youtube Channel
7
Reviewer Score
Relaxed and fun. Easy to listen to. A bit darker than my preferrd signature but I enjoyed this quite a bit. Loaner
6.8
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6.5
Reviewer Score
Perfect for rock and metal. Smooth, relaxing tuning, great bass with good slam, rich mid-range, safe treble. Upper mids may be too relaxed for some, treble is a bit dark.Gizaudio Axel original ranking
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6.4
Reviewer Score
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6
Reviewer Score
High volume set, very immersive, scales great with no sharpness, wide staging, enough detail/extension, good bass, just crank it up and enjoy the music. Jays Audio Youtube Channel
Padsmith IEM Reviews
6.8
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6.3
Reviewer Score
Packaged like theiaudio iem... lol this hobby. Jaytiss Youtube Channel
5*
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