EarAcoustic VSA-MAX VS AFUL MagicOne

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EarAcoustic VSA-MAX and AFUL MagicOne are in-ear monitors. EarAcoustic VSA-MAX costs $149 while AFUL MagicOne costs $140. EarAcoustic VSA-MAX is $9 more expensive. AFUL MagicOne holds a clear 0.9-point edge in reviewer scores (5.8 vs 6.7). AFUL MagicOne has significantly better mids with a 1.8-point edge, AFUL MagicOne has significantly better treble with a 2.8-point edge, EarAcoustic VSA-MAX has significantly better dynamics with a 1.8-point edge and AFUL MagicOne has significantly better soundstage with a 2-point edge.

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Metric EarAcoustic VSA-MAX AFUL MagicOne
Bass 5.8 6.5
Mids 5 6.8
Treble 3 5.8
Details 5.8 7
Soundstage 5 7
Imaging 5.8 6
Dynamics 7 5.3
Gaming capabilities 3.5 5.9

EarAcoustic VSA-MAX Aggregated Review Score

EarAcoustic VSA-MAX Average Reviewer Scores

Jaytiss

Average Reviewer Score:

5.8

Mixed


AFUL MagicOne Aggregated Review Score

AFUL MagicOne Average Reviewer Scores

Super* Review Smirk Audio Jaytiss Gizaudio Axel
Z-Reviews

Average Reviewer Score:

6.7

Cautiously Favorable


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EarAcoustic VSA-MAX Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

3.5

Gaming Grade

D+

AFUL MagicOne Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

5.9

Gaming Grade

B-

EarAcoustic VSA-MAX 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

D
  • Limited resolution; finer nuances are masked. Soundstage feels narrow, and complex passages cause muddiness. Transitions lack finesse.
Mids C+
Decent midrange performance - balanced but unremarkable. Adequate clarity for most genres without notable flaws.
Treble D
Uneven treble response with noticeable peaks and dips. Can sound both dull and occasionally harsh simultaneously.
Dynamics A-
Excellent dynamics with great contrast and speed. Transients are crisp and micro-details are clearly articulated.
Soundstage C+
Decent spatial presentation with noticeable width. Some depth perception but height dimension remains underdeveloped.
Gaming D+
Compromised imaging significantly impacts gameplay awareness. Directional cues often lack accuracy or consistency.

AFUL MagicOne 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 C+
Decent dynamic performance. Good macro-contrast but micro-dynamics could be more nuanced. Satisfactory impact.
Soundstage A-
Excellent spatial presentation - wide, deep and tall. Precise instrument placement with clear separation in all dimensions.
Details A-
Excellent detail retrieval: highly resolving without being clinical. Effortlessly reveals micro-details and textural subtleties.
Imaging B
Good imaging with precise instrument placement. Clear localization within the soundstage including front/back positioning.
Gaming B-
Moderate spatial presentation conveys general directionality. Suitable for casual play where precision isn't critical.

EarAcoustic VSA-MAX Reviews

EarAcoustic VSA-MAX reviewed by:

2025-07-20
Jaytiss 5.8 Reviewer Score
C Tuning
D Tech
Warm fun set, but Has a lot of upper trebble for me to love.

Jaytiss original ranking

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Mids: C+ Treble: D Dynamics: A- Soundstage: C+

AFUL MagicOne Reviews

AFUL MagicOne reviewed by:

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AFUL MagicOne reviewed by:

Super* Review 6* * score normalized
Sounds quite good but not exceptional. Not a lot of depth. Nothing is sharp or aggressive. Take it for what it is

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AFUL MagicOne reviewed by:

Smirk Audio 6.6 Reviewer Score
B+ Tuning
B+ Tech
Pleasant female vocals and decent bass. Male vocals are forward and treble has some grain.

Smirk Audio original ranking

Smirk Audio Head-Fi Profile

- Smirk Audio
Bass: B+ Mids: A Treble: B+ Dynamics: B+ Details: A- Imaging: B

AFUL MagicOne reviewed by:

Jaytiss 6.3 Reviewer Score
C+ Tuning
C+ Tech
The resolution and clarity at this price is so lovely.

Jaytiss original ranking

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Mids: B Treble: C+ Dynamics: C- Soundstage: A-

AFUL MagicOne reviewed by:

Gizaudio Axel 6 Reviewer Score
B+ Tuning
B Tech
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