Padsmith IEM VS BASN Metalen
IEM Comparison: Expert & Community Scores Side-by-Side
Padsmith IEM and BASN Metalen use 1DD+1Planar and 2DD+2BA driver setups respectively. Padsmith IEM costs $120 while BASN Metalen costs $109. Padsmith IEM is $11 more expensive. Padsmith IEM holds a clear 0.6-point edge in reviewer scores (7 vs 6.4). Padsmith IEM has significantly better dynamics with a 1-point edge and Padsmith IEM has significantly better soundstage with a 1-point edge.
Insights
| Metric | Padsmith IEM | BASN Metalen |
|---|---|---|
| Mids | 5 | 5 |
| Treble | 4 | 4 |
| Soundstage | 7 | 6 |
| Dynamics | 6 | 5 |
| Tonality | 6.7 | 5.8 |
| Technicalities | 6 | 6 |
Padsmith IEM Aggregated Review Score
Average Reviewer Scores
Average Reviewer Score:
7Generally Favorable
BASN Metalen Aggregated Review Score
Average Reviewer Scores
Average Reviewer Score:
6.4Mixed to Positive
Reviews Comparison
Padsmith IEM reviewed by Kois Archive
7
Reviewer Score
Kois Archive Youtube Channel
BASN Metalen reviewed by Kois Archive
6.2
Reviewer Score
Padsmith IEM reviewed by Jaytiss
6.3
Reviewer Score
Jaytiss Youtube Channel
BASN Metalen reviewed by Jaytiss
5.5
Reviewer Score
Jaytiss Youtube Channel
Padsmith IEM (more reviews)
Padsmith IEM reviewed by Audio Amigo
8
* score rescaled + normalized
Audio Amigo 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
BASN Metalen (more reviews)
BASN Metalen reviewed by Head-Fi.org
7.5
* score rescaled + normalized
Padsmith IEM Details
Driver Configuration: 1DD+1Planar
Tuning Type: Neutral, Warm
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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Padsmith IEM User Review Score
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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
B-BASN Metalen Gaming Score
Gaming Score & Grade
- The gaming score is prioritizing technical capabilities of the IEM (Separation, Layering, Soundstage) and good value.
Gaming Score
5.9Gaming Grade
B-Padsmith 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.
BASN Metalen Scorings
Average Technical & Tuning Grades
Average Tunign Grade
B-- Expect a friendly tonal balance that could use polish but remains inviting. Great for casual listening, less so for purists.
Average Technical Grade
B- Technical ability is serviceable, keeping basic detail intact across simpler tracks. It keeps up with acoustic tracks without much fuss.
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