Dunu Kima VS Padsmith IEM

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Dunu Kima and Padsmith IEM are in-ear monitors. Dunu Kima costs $110 while Padsmith IEM costs $120. Padsmith IEM is $10 more expensive. Padsmith IEM holds a decisive 2-point edge in reviewer scores (5.1 vs 7). Dunu Kima has better mids with a 0.7-point edge, Dunu Kima has slightly better treble with a 0.3-point edge, Padsmith IEM has significantly better dynamics with a 3-point edge and Padsmith IEM has significantly better soundstage with a 1-point edge.

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Metric Dunu Kima Padsmith IEM
Bass 5.5 7
Mids 5.7 5
Treble 4.3 4
Details 3 7
Soundstage 6 7
Imaging 4 7
Dynamics 3 6
Tonality 5.4 6.7
Technicalities 4.8 6

Dunu Kima Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Nymz
Jaytiss
Fresh Reviews Tim Tuned Crin
Yifang Super* Review

Average Reviewer Score:

5.1

Mixed to Negative

Padsmith IEM Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Fresh Reviews
Z-Reviews Jaytiss
Kois Archive
Audio Amigo

Average Reviewer Score:

7

Generally Favorable

Reviews Comparison

Dunu Kima reviewed by Fresh Reviews

Fresh Reviews 5.5* * The score of this reviewer influences only the Gaming Score
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Padsmith IEM reviewed by Fresh Reviews

Fresh Reviews 5* * The score of this reviewer influences only the Gaming Score
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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.

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Mids: C+ Treble: D Dynamics: D Soundstage: B

Padsmith IEM reviewed by Jaytiss

Jaytiss 6.3 Reviewer Score
C+ Tuning
C- Tech
Packaged like theiaudio iem... lol this hobby.

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Mids: C+ Treble: C- Dynamics: B Soundstage: A-
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Dunu Kima reviewed by Yifang

Yifang 6 Reviewer Score
A Tuning
B- Tech
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Dunu Kima reviewed by Super* Review

Super* Review 6* * score rescaled + normalized
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Dunu Kima reviewed by Tim Tuned

Tim Tuned 5 Reviewer Score
C+ Tuning
A- Tech
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Bass: A- Mids: A- Treble: B

Dunu Kima reviewed by Crin

Crin 5 Reviewer Score
B- Tuning
C+ Tech
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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.

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

Padsmith IEM (more reviews)

Padsmith IEM reviewed by Audio Amigo

Audio Amigo 8 * score rescaled + normalized
An EM6L, but with toned down top end. Gorgeous shells. Microplanar instead of Balanced Armature. Great Details and Imaging. Acessories are a little barebones

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Padsmith IEM reviewed by Kois Archive

Kois Archive 7 Reviewer Score
A+ Tuning
A+ Tech
Rating: A- | Value: ⭐ | Gaming: 🎮 | Comfort: 9 nice planar micro details midbass a little much

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Padsmith IEM reviewed by Z-Reviews

Z-Reviews 6.8 * score rescaled + normalized
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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

4.9

Gaming Grade

C

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

5.7

Gaming Grade

B-

Dunu Kima 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
  • Resolution is limited, masking finer nuances and narrowing the soundstage. Busy mixes still overwhelm it with ease.
Bass B-
Low-end delivery feels competent yet unremarkable, keeping a safe profile. Low-end bloom is kept in check.
Mids B-
It presents a stable midrange foundation suitable for everyday listening. Clarity is serviceable without standing out.
Treble C-
Highs are present enough yet carry a bit of grain and splash. Busy mixes can still feel a bit splashy.
Dynamics D
Dynamics come across throttled, leaving energetic moments underwhelming. Energetic passages land with a thud.
Soundstage B
The presentation supplies a believable venue outline where each instrument owns its pocket of space. The stage opens up nicely for live cuts.
Details D
The overall picture is serviceable yet stripped of the tiny flourishes that add realism. Layering lacks consistent clarity.
Imaging C-
Average imaging delivers reasonable localization while still lacking pinpoint specificity. You get a reasonable idea of placement.
Gaming C
Minimal environmental definition provides only general audio cues. Suitable for games where positioning isn't critical.

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.
Mids C+
The mids are solid and dependable, though not especially remarkable. Vocals stay reasonably grounded in the mix.
Treble C-
Treble performance is average, audible but short on refinement. There's acceptable presence but limited finesse.
Dynamics B
Expect energetic dynamics that bring music to life without harshness. It injects enthusiasm into fast music.
Soundstage A-
Immersion steps up dramatically as width, depth, and height integrate into a cohesive hologram. Everything sounds naturally spaced.
Gaming B-
Moderate spatial presentation conveys general directionality. Suitable for casual play where precision isn't critical.

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