Aful Performer 5 VS FATfreq x HBB Deuce

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Aful Performer 5 and FATfreq x HBB Deuce use 1DD+4BA and 2DD driver setups respectively. Aful Performer 5 costs $220 while FATfreq x HBB Deuce costs $239. FATfreq x HBB Deuce is $19 more expensive. FATfreq x HBB Deuce holds a clear 0.8-point edge in reviewer scores (6.4 vs 7.2). FATfreq x HBB Deuce has better bass with a 0.9-point edge, FATfreq x HBB Deuce has better mids with a 0.6-point edge, Aful Performer 5 has slightly better treble with a 0.3-point edge and Aful Performer 5 has better soundstage with a 0.5-point edge.

Metric	Aful Performer 5	FATfreq x HBB Deuce
Bass	6.1	7
Mids	6.4	7
Treble	5.8	5.5
Details	5.8	7.2
Soundstage	6.5	6
Imaging	5.3	7.2
Dynamics	6	6
Tonality	6.4	6.6
Technicalities	6.1	5.8

Aful Performer 5 Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Score:

6.4

Mixed to Positive

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FATfreq x HBB Deuce Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Score:

7.2

Generally Favorable

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Driver Configuration: 1DD+4BA

Tuning Type: V-Shaped

Brand: AFUL Top AFUL IEMs

Price (Msrp): $220

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Driver Configuration: 2DD

Tuning Type: n/a

Price (Msrp): $239

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Aful Performer 5 Gaming Score

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

Gaming Score

6.2

Gaming Grade

FATfreq x HBB Deuce Gaming Score

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Gaming Score

6.1

Gaming Grade

Aful Performer 5 Scorings

Average Tunign Grade

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

Average Technical Grade

Satisfactory technical performance. Handles basic detail retrieval adequately in most tracks. Maintains reasonable cohesion in simpler arrangements.

Bass B

Good bass foundation with decent impact. Maintains acceptable control while providing satisfying thump in most tracks.

Mids B

Good midrange presence with solid clarity. Vocals are clear and instruments have reasonable texture and body.

Treble B-

Decent treble with acceptable extension and detail. Can sound slightly unrefined but avoids being harsh or sibilant.

Dynamics B

Good dynamic expression with solid impact. Handles volume contrasts well while maintaining good transient snap.

Soundstage B+

Good soundstage with proper width and depth. Instruments have clear positioning with reasonable front/back placement.

Details B-

Decent detail retrieval. Handles most textures adequately though micro-details and ambient cues could be more pronounced.

Imaging C+

Decent positional accuracy. Good left/right placement with acceptable center image, though depth positioning is approximate.

Gaming B

Decent spatial awareness for fundamental positioning. Creates satisfying atmosphere in story-driven games while handling basic directional cues.

FATfreq x HBB Deuce Scorings

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-

Decent treble with acceptable extension and detail. Can sound slightly unrefined but avoids being harsh or sibilant.

Dynamics B

Good dynamic expression with solid impact. Handles volume contrasts well while maintaining good transient snap.

Soundstage B

Good soundstage with proper width and depth. Instruments have clear positioning with reasonable front/back placement.

Gaming B

Decent spatial awareness for fundamental positioning. Creates satisfying atmosphere in story-driven games while handling basic directional cues.

Aful Performer 5 Reviews

Reviewed by: Super* Review

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Reviewed by: Jaytiss

7.3 Reviewer Score

B Tuning

C+ Tech

Still a king.

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Mids: B Treble: C+ Dynamics: A- Soundstage: A-

Reviewed by: Tim Tuned

6.5 Reviewer Score

B+ Tuning

A+ Tech

Balanced tuning with fantastic treble extension imaging could be better

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Bass: A- Mids: A+ Treble: A+

Reviewed by: Gizaudio Axel

6.5 Reviewer Score

A Tuning

B+ Tech

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Reviewed by: Shuwa-T

6.4 Reviewer Score

B Tuning

B+ Tech

Comment: Neutral-warm with zero cut-backs on technical performance. Price defining.. Tonal balance, technical performance at price bracket Subbass slightly sluggish on crowded tracks, more laid back in vocal presentation. Staging is questionable.

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

Reviewed by: Jays Audio

6 Reviewer Score

A Tuning

A- Tech

Fun slight v-shape tuning with forward vocals with slight excitement in the treble. Separation takes a hit as a result, and treble is a bit uneven.

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Reviewed by: Fresh Reviews

5.5* * The score of this reviewer influences only the Gaming Score

Can sometimes reach B

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Reviewed by: Nymz

5.2 Reviewer Score

B- Tuning

C Tech

Great tonal balance and resolving power at the cost of intimate stage. Missing the last touch of refinement on timbre and coherency, but a solid rec nonetheless.

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

Reviewed by: Precogvision

5.1 Reviewer Score

C+ Tuning

C+ Tech

Inoffensive other than being a bit too gritty and clacky in the treble.

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Bass: C+ Mids: B Treble: C+ Dynamics: C+ Details: C+ Imaging: C+

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