Padsmith IEM VS Angelears X TFZ Athena
IEM Comparison: Expert & Community Scores Side-by-Side
Padsmith IEM and Angelears X TFZ Athena use 1DD+1Planar and 1x Dynamic (10mm Beryllium) driver setups respectively. Padsmith IEM costs $120 while Angelears X TFZ Athena costs $130. Angelears X TFZ Athena is $10 more expensive. Padsmith IEM holds a decisive 2.4-point edge in reviewer scores (7 vs 4.6). Angelears X TFZ Athena has slightly better mids with a 0.4-point edge, Angelears X TFZ Athena has better treble with a 0.5-point edge, Padsmith IEM has significantly better dynamics with a 2.2-point edge and Padsmith IEM has significantly better soundstage with a 1.2-point edge.
Insights
| Metric | Padsmith IEM | Angelears X TFZ Athena |
|---|---|---|
| Bass | 7 | 6.7 |
| Mids | 5 | 5.4 |
| Treble | 4 | 4.5 |
| Details | 7 | 6.8 |
| Soundstage | 7 | 5.8 |
| Imaging | 7 | 6.9 |
| Dynamics | 6 | 3.9 |
| Tonality | 6.7 | 5.1 |
| Technicalities | 6 | 4.4 |
Padsmith IEM Aggregated Review Score
Average Reviewer Scores
Average Reviewer Score:
7Generally Favorable
Angelears X TFZ Athena Aggregated Review Score
Average Reviewer Scores
Average Reviewer Score:
4.6Generally Unfavorable
Reviews Comparison
Padsmith IEM reviewed by Audio Amigo
8
* score rescaled + normalized
Audio Amigo Youtube Channel
Angelears X TFZ Athena reviewed by Audio Amigo
4
* score rescaled + normalized
Audio Amigo Youtube Channel
Padsmith IEM reviewed by Jaytiss
6.3
Reviewer Score
Jaytiss Youtube Channel
Angelears X TFZ Athena reviewed by Jaytiss
3
Reviewer Score
Jaytiss Youtube Channel
Padsmith IEM (more reviews)
Padsmith IEM reviewed by Kois Archive
7
Reviewer Score
Kois Archive Youtube Channel
Padsmith IEM reviewed by Z-Reviews
6.8
* score rescaled + normalized
Padsmith IEM reviewed by
Fresh Reviews
5*
* The score of this reviewer influences only the Gaming
Score
Angelears X TFZ Athena (more reviews)
Angelears X TFZ Athena reviewed by Paul Wasabii
6.9
* Score computed by IEMRanking.com
Youtube Video Summary
TFZ x Angelears Athena combines TFZ heritage with a modern balanced V approach: sub-bass is gently reduced, mid-bass carries a healthy rise, and upper-mids/low-treble energy add speed, clarity and a neutral-bright presentation at lower volumes. The X1 beryllium-plated single dynamic driver feels fast and agile, letting air and extension come through more audibly than the graph suggests.
Bass hits quick and clean rather than heavy, mids gain body from the mid-bass lift yet remain forward and articulate, and the treble sounds extended and open without turning sharp at sane levels. Staging favors width and height over depth, but imaging is notably precise; the tuning can be track-dependent, rewarding material that balances mid-bass and treble. As a sub-150 single-DD, it reads fresh and coherent, offering a distinctive take that stands out among similarly priced fun-tuned sets.
Paul Wasabii Youtube Channel
Padsmith IEM Details
Driver Configuration: 1DD+1Planar
Tuning Type: Neutral, Warm
Price (Msrp): $120
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Angelears X TFZ Athena Details
Driver Configuration: 1x Dynamic (10mm Beryllium)
Tuning Type: Bright, V-Shaped
Price (Msrp): $130
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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
5.7Gaming Grade
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Gaming Score & Grade
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Gaming Score
4.6Gaming Grade
CPadsmith 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.
Angelears X TFZ Athena Scorings
Average Technical & Tuning Grades
Average Tunign Grade
C+- Expect a friendly tonal balance that could use polish but remains inviting. Great for casual listening, less so for purists.
Average Technical Grade
C-- Even moderate complexity exposes the limited resolution and narrow sense of space. Technical fans will find it lacking.
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