Audio Technica ATH-CK3TW VS Padsmith IEM
IEM Comparison: Expert & Community Scores Side-by-Side
Audio Technica ATH-CK3TW and Padsmith IEM are in-ear monitors. Audio Technica ATH-CK3TW costs $100 while Padsmith IEM costs $120. Padsmith IEM is $20 more expensive. Padsmith IEM holds a decisive 3.6-point edge in reviewer scores (3 vs 6.6).
Insights
| Metric | Audio Technica ATH-CK3TW | Padsmith IEM |
|---|---|---|
| Mids | 3 | 5 |
| Treble | 3 | 4 |
| Soundstage | 3 | 7 |
| Dynamics | 3 | 6 |
| Tonality | 3 | 5.3 |
| Technicalities | 3.5 | 4 |
Audio Technica ATH-CK3TW Aggregated Review Score
Average Reviewer Scores
Average Reviewer Score:
3Very Poor
Padsmith IEM Aggregated Review Score
Average Reviewer Scores
Average Reviewer Score:
6.6Cautiously Favorable
Reviews Comparison
Audio Technica ATH-CK3TW (more reviews)
Audio Technica ATH-CK3TW reviewed by Crin
3
Reviewer Score
Padsmith IEM (more reviews)
Padsmith IEM reviewed by Z-Reviews
6.8
* score normalized
Padsmith IEM reviewed by Jaytiss
6.3
Reviewer Score
Jaytiss Youtube Channel
Padsmith IEM reviewed by
Fresh Reviews
5*
* The score of this reviewer influences only the Gaming Score
Audio Technica ATH-CK3TW Details
Driver Configuration:
Tuning Type: V-Shaped
Price (Msrp): $100
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Padsmith IEM Details
Driver Configuration: 1DD+1Planar
Tuning Type: n/a
Price (Msrp): $120
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Audio Technica ATH-CK3TW User Review Score
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Audio Technica ATH-CK3TW Gaming Score
Gaming Score & Grade
- The gaming score is prioritizing technical capabilities of the IEM (Separation, Layering, Soundstage) and good value.
Gaming Score
3.4Gaming Grade
DPadsmith 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+Audio Technica ATH-CK3TW Scorings
Average Technical & Tuning Grades
Average Tunign Grade
D- Significantly flawed tuning. Noticeable frequency imbalances and unnatural timbre distract from music. Lacks versatility across recordings.
Average Technical Grade
D+- Limited resolution; finer nuances are masked. Soundstage feels narrow, and complex passages cause muddiness. Transitions lack finesse.
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.
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