Aful Explorer VS BASN Metalen
IEM Comparison: Expert & Community Scores Side-by-Side
Aful Explorer and BASN Metalen use 1DD+2BA and 2DD+2BA driver setups respectively. Aful Explorer costs $120 while BASN Metalen costs $109. Aful Explorer is $11 more expensive. Aful Explorer holds a decisive 1.6-point edge in reviewer scores (7.1 vs 5.5). Aful Explorer has significantly better mids with a 1.2-point edge, Aful Explorer has significantly better treble with a 2.8-point edge, Aful Explorer has significantly better dynamics with a 2-point edge and Aful Explorer has significantly better soundstage with a 1-point edge.
Insights
| Metric | Aful Explorer | BASN Metalen |
|---|---|---|
| Bass | 6.5 | 5.5 |
| Mids | 6.2 | 5 |
| Treble | 6.8 | 4 |
| Details | 6.5 | 5.5 |
| Soundstage | 7 | 6 |
| Imaging | 6.5 | 5.5 |
| Dynamics | 7 | 5 |
| Tonality | 7 | 4.5 |
| Technicalities | 6.6 | 4 |
Aful Explorer Aggregated Review Score
Average Reviewer Scores
Average Reviewer Score:
7.1Generally Favorable
BASN Metalen Aggregated Review Score
Average Reviewer Scores
Average Reviewer Score:
5.5Mixed
Reviews Comparison
Aful Explorer reviewed by Jaytiss
7.6
Reviewer Score
Jaytiss Youtube Channel
BASN Metalen reviewed by Jaytiss
5.5
Reviewer Score
Jaytiss Youtube Channel
Aful Explorer (more reviews)
Aful Explorer reviewed by Z-Reviews
8.5
* score normalized
Aful Explorer reviewed by Super* Review
8*
* score normalized
Super* Review original ranking
Super* Review Youtube Channel
Aful Explorer reviewed by Audionotions
7
Reviewer Score
Aful Explorer reviewed by Smirk Audio
6.8
Reviewer Score
Aful Explorer reviewed by Gizaudio Axel
6.5
Reviewer Score
Gizaudio Axel original ranking
Gizaudio Axel Youtube ChannelAful Explorer reviewed by Shuwa-T
6.4
Reviewer Score
Aful Explorer reviewed by Jays Audio
6
Reviewer Score
Jays Audio Youtube Channel
Aful Explorer Details
Driver Configuration: 1DD+2BA
Tuning Type: bass-boosted neutral
Brand: AFUL Top AFUL IEMs
Price (Msrp): $120
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BASN Metalen Details
Driver Configuration: 2DD+2BA
Tuning Type: n/a
Price (Msrp): $109
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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+BASN Metalen Gaming Score
Gaming Score & Grade
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Gaming Score
4.2Gaming Grade
C-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.
BASN Metalen Scorings
Average Technical & Tuning Grades
Average Tunign Grade
C- Significantly flawed tuning. Noticeable frequency imbalances and unnatural timbre distract from music. Lacks versatility across recordings.
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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