Dunu SA6 VS Softears Studio 4

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Dunu SA6 and Softears Studio 4 use 6BA and 4BA driver setups respectively. Dunu SA6 costs $550 while Softears Studio 4 costs $450. Dunu SA6 is $100 more expensive. Softears Studio 4 holds a clear 0.5-point edge in reviewer scores (6.9 vs 7.4). Dunu SA6 has slightly better mids with a 0.3-point edge, Softears Studio 4 has better treble with a 0.7-point edge, Dunu SA6 has significantly better dynamics with a 1-point edge, Dunu SA6 has significantly better details with a 1-point edge and Dunu SA6 has better imaging with a 0.5-point edge.

Metric	Dunu SA6	Softears Studio 4
Bass	6.7	6.5
Mids	7.7	7.3
Treble	6.3	7
Details	6	5
Soundstage	6.9	8
Imaging	5.5	5
Dynamics	6	5
Tonality	6.7	7.5
Technicalities	6.9	7.1

Dunu SA6 Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Score:

6.9

Cautiously Favorable

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Softears Studio 4 Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Score:

7.4

Generally Favorable

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Driver Configuration: 6BA

Tuning Type: Neutral

Brand: DUNU Top DUNU IEMs

Price (Msrp): $550

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Driver Configuration: 4BA

Tuning Type: Neutral

Brand: Softears Top Softears IEMs

Price (Msrp): $450

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Dunu SA6 Gaming Score

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

Gaming Score

6.6

Gaming Grade

B+

Softears Studio 4 Gaming Score

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

Gaming Score

Gaming Grade

A-

Dunu SA6 Scorings

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 A

Excellent midrange with natural timbre and great detail retrieval. Vocals are forward and emotive with lifelike instrument reproduction.

Treble B

Good treble response - clear and detailed without fatigue. Well-extended with proper air and sparkle.

Dynamics B

Good dynamic expression with solid impact. Handles volume contrasts well while maintaining good transient snap.

Details B

Good resolution with clear articulation of nuances. Reveals recording nuances and maintains clarity in complex passages.

Imaging B-

Decent positional accuracy. Good left/right placement with acceptable center image, though depth positioning is approximate.

Gaming B+

Respectable environmental presentation favors atmosphere over precision. Detects obvious directional cues while conveying game world ambiance. Bad value-to-cost for gaming purpose - not recommended

Softears Studio 4 Scorings

Average Tunign Grade

Well-executed tonal character. No major flaws with good technical control. Smooth presentation works with multiple genres.

Average Technical Grade

A-

Competent technical presentation. Handles separation and detail well in most tracks, with modest soundstage and acceptable imaging capabilities.

Bass B+

Good bass foundation with decent impact. Maintains acceptable control while providing satisfying thump in most tracks.

Mids A-

Excellent midrange with natural timbre and great detail retrieval. Vocals are forward and emotive with lifelike instrument reproduction.

Treble A-

Excellent treble: airy, extended and well-controlled. Great micro-detail retrieval without sibilance or harshness.

Dynamics C+

Decent dynamic performance. Good macro-contrast but micro-dynamics could be more nuanced. Satisfactory impact.

Soundstage A+

Exceptional soundstage with holographic imaging. Creates a truly three-dimensional space where instruments float naturally around you.

Details C+

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 A-

Good fundamental spatial awareness for most gaming scenarios. Handles basic positioning well but may lack nuance in complex situations. Value-to-cost may not be optimal for gaming-focused users.

Dunu SA6 Reviews

Reviewed by: Super* Review

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Reviewed by: Audionotions

7.5 Reviewer Score

Great all-rounder - does everything very well. I wish the bass was a bit more impactful and perhaps that it had a bit more sparkle up top. Previously Owned

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Reviewed by: Jays Audio

7.5 Reviewer Score

A+ Tuning

A+ Tech

Gorgeous mid range and great dynamics. Good timbre makes me forget it's a full BA set. Good bass texture, but wish it had more rumble. Wish stage and imaging was more 3D. Could use more treble air and staging. Relaxed listening vs 07M's immersion.

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Reviewed by: Precogvision

6.5 Reviewer Score

B+ Tuning

B- Tech

Slightly "wet" characteristic that takes the edge off of the qdc-inspired tuning. Very pleasant on the ears.

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Bass: B Mids: A+ Treble: B Dynamics: B Details: B Imaging: C+

Reviewed by: Tim Tuned

6.5 Reviewer Score

B+ Tuning

A+ Tech

Engaging signature with great vocals

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Bass: A+ Mids: A+ Treble: A-

Reviewed by: Nymz

6.2 Reviewer Score

B Tuning

B Tech

Well tuned top to bottom only missing the last inch of extension. Bass has its quirks but a solid pick nonetheless and a great benchmark at its price.

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

Reviewed by: Fresh Reviews

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borders B-

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Reviewed by: Crin

6 Reviewer Score

B Tuning

A- Tech

Tonality reminiscent of the Anole VX, though not up to the same level of technicalities.

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