Dunu Kima VS Aful Performer 5

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Dunu Kima and Aful Performer 5 are in-ear monitors. Dunu Kima costs $110 while Aful Performer 5 costs $220. Aful Performer 5 is $110 more expensive. Aful Performer 5 holds a decisive 1.5-point edge in reviewer scores (4.9 vs 6.4). Aful Performer 5 has better bass with a 0.6-point edge, Aful Performer 5 has better mids with a 0.7-point edge, Aful Performer 5 has significantly better treble with a 1.5-point edge, Aful Performer 5 has significantly better dynamics with a 3-point edge, Aful Performer 5 has better soundstage with a 0.5-point edge, Aful Performer 5 has significantly better details with a 2.8-point edge and Aful Performer 5 has significantly better imaging with a 1.3-point edge.

Insights

Metric Dunu Kima Aful Performer 5
Bass 5.5 6.1
Mids 5.7 6.4
Treble 4.3 5.8
Details 3 5.8
Soundstage 6 6.5
Imaging 4 5.3
Dynamics 3 6
Tonality 4.8 6.4
Technicalities 4.6 6.1

Dunu Kima Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Nymz
Jaytiss
Fresh Reviews Tim Tuned Crin
Super* Review

Average Reviewer Score:

4.9

Generally Unfavorable


Aful Performer 5 Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Fresh Reviews Nymz Precogvision
Tim Tuned Gizaudio Axel Shuwa-T Jays Audio
Jaytiss
Super* Review

Average Reviewer Score:

6.4

Mixed to Positive


Reviews Comparison

Dunu Kima reviewed by Fresh Reviews

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

Aful Performer 5 reviewed by Fresh Reviews

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

Dunu Kima reviewed by Tim Tuned

Tim Tuned 5 Reviewer Score
C+ Tuning
A- Tech
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Tim Tuned original ranking

Tim Tuned Youtube Channel
Bass: A- Mids: A- Treble: B

Aful Performer 5 reviewed by Tim Tuned

Tim Tuned 6.5 Reviewer Score
B+ Tuning
A+ Tech
Balanced tuning with fantastic treble extension imaging could be better

Tim Tuned original ranking

Tim Tuned Youtube Channel
Bass: A- Mids: A+ Treble: A+

Dunu Kima reviewed by Jaytiss

Jaytiss 4.5 Reviewer Score
C Tuning
D Tech
Sounds good. Smooth and Fast. Definate upgrade to the Dunu Titan S.

Jaytiss original ranking

Jaytiss Youtube Channel
Mids: C+ Treble: D Dynamics: D Soundstage: B

Aful Performer 5 reviewed by Jaytiss

Jaytiss 7.3 Reviewer Score
B Tuning
C+ Tech
Still a king.

Jaytiss original ranking

Jaytiss Youtube Channel
Mids: B Treble: C+ Dynamics: A- Soundstage: A-

Dunu Kima reviewed by Nymz

Nymz 3.9 Reviewer Score
C- Tuning
D Tech
Solid warm neutral tonality with decent technicalities. Bass could use more dynamics and treble could use more air, but solid nonetheless. Good fit and great accessories.

Nymz original ranking

Nymz Website

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

Aful Performer 5 reviewed by Nymz

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.

Nymz original ranking

Nymz Website

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

Dunu Kima (more reviews)

Dunu Kima reviewed by Crin

Crin 5 Reviewer Score
B- Tuning
C+ Tech

Aful Performer 5 (more reviews)

Aful Performer 5 reviewed by Gizaudio Axel

Gizaudio Axel 6.5 Reviewer Score
A Tuning
B+ Tech

Aful Performer 5 reviewed by Shuwa-T

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.

Shuwa-T original ranking

Shuwa-T Website

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

Aful Performer 5 reviewed by Jays Audio

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.

Jays Audio original ranking

Jays Audio Youtube Channel

Aful Performer 5 reviewed by Precogvision

Precogvision 5.1 Reviewer Score
C+ Tuning
C+ Tech
Inoffensive other than being a bit too gritty and clacky in the treble.

Precogvision original ranking

Precogvision Youtube Channel
Bass: C+ Mids: B Treble: C+ Dynamics: C+ Details: C+ Imaging: C+

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Dunu Kima Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

4.7

Gaming Grade

C

Aful Performer 5 Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

6.2

Gaming Grade

B

Dunu Kima 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.
Bass B-
Average bass performance - present but unremarkable. Has reasonable texture but lacks depth and physicality.
Mids B-
Decent midrange performance - balanced but unremarkable. Adequate clarity for most genres without notable flaws.
Treble C-
Average treble performance - present but lacking refinement. Some graininess or splashiness affects clarity.
Dynamics D
Noticeably compressed dynamics. Musical expression suffers with weak transients and poor contrast between quiet and loud sections.
Soundstage B
Good soundstage with proper width and depth. Instruments have clear positioning with reasonable front/back placement.
Details D
Modest detail presentation with significant loss of texture. Nuances are masked and complex passages become congested.
Imaging C-
Average imaging - reasonable localization but lacks specificity. Instruments have general positions but lack pinpoint accuracy.
Gaming C
Minimal environmental definition provides only general audio cues. Suitable for games where positioning isn't critical.

Aful Performer 5 Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

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 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.

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