EarAcoustic VSA-MAX VS Dunu Kima 2

IEM Comparison: Expert & Community Scores Side-by-Side

IEMRanking.com Home Compare IEMs

EarAcoustic VSA-MAX and Dunu Kima 2 are in-ear monitors. EarAcoustic VSA-MAX costs $149 while Dunu Kima 2 costs $120. EarAcoustic VSA-MAX is $29 more expensive. Dunu Kima 2 holds a decisive 1.2-point edge in reviewer scores (5.8 vs 7). Dunu Kima 2 has significantly better mids with a 2-point edge, Dunu Kima 2 has significantly better treble with a 3-point edge, EarAcoustic VSA-MAX has significantly better dynamics with a 2-point edge and Dunu Kima 2 has significantly better soundstage with a 2-point edge.

Insights

Metric EarAcoustic VSA-MAX Dunu Kima 2
Mids 5 7
Treble 3 6
Soundstage 5 7
Dynamics 7 5
Gaming capabilities 3.5 6.4

EarAcoustic VSA-MAX Aggregated Review Score

EarAcoustic VSA-MAX Average Reviewer Scores

Jaytiss

Average Reviewer Score:

5.8

Mixed


Dunu Kima 2 Aggregated Review Score

Dunu Kima 2 Average Reviewer Scores

Jays Audio
Gizaudio Axel
Jaytiss
Z-Reviews

Average Reviewer Score:

7

Cautiously Favorable


EarAcoustic VSA-MAX User Review Score

EarAcoustic VSA-MAX Average User Scores

Average User Score: n/a

Based on 0 user reviews

No user reviews yet. Be the first one who writes a review!

Dunu Kima 2 User Review Score

Dunu Kima 2 Average User Scores

Average User Score: n/a

Based on 0 user reviews

No user reviews yet. Be the first one who writes a review!

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+

Dunu Kima 2 Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

6.4

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.

Dunu Kima 2 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.
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 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.
Gaming B
Decent spatial awareness for fundamental positioning. Creates satisfying atmosphere in story-driven games while handling basic directional cues.

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

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

Dunu Kima 2 Reviews

Dunu Kima 2 reviewed by:

Z-Reviews 8.5 * score normalized
Ad
Using this affiliate link for ordering your Dunu Kima 2 or any other IEM helps fund our free service at no extra cost to you.

Price: $119

Buy Dunu Kima 2 on Linsoul

Dunu Kima 2 reviewed by:

Jays Audio 5.5 Reviewer Score
A- Tuning
B+ Tech
Warm-neutral, relaxing set, great cable, build, and accessories. Vocals are a bit soft, not fully extended, could use more air, but overall decent if you want a comfortable listen

Jays Audio original ranking

Jays Audio Youtube Channel
- Jays Audio

Dunu Kima 2 reviewed by:

Jaytiss 7.3 Reviewer Score
B Tuning
B Tech
Just fantastic dynamic driver. Hard not to love it.

Jaytiss original ranking

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

Dunu Kima 2 reviewed by:

Gizaudio Axel 6.5 Reviewer Score
B+ Tuning
B+ Tech
check links for more info:

Gizaudio Axel original ranking

Gizaudio Axel Youtube Channel
- Gizaudio Axel
Ad
Using this affiliate link for ordering your Dunu Kima 2 or any other IEM helps fund our free service at no extra cost to you.

Price: $119

Buy Dunu Kima 2 on Hifigo

EarAcoustic VSA-MAX User Reviews

Example User Posted on ...
0.0

"This is an example review"

Pros
  • Example pro 1
  • Example pro 2
Cons
  • Example con 1
  • Example con 2
No User-Reviews Yet

Share your experience and build your personal ranking list.

You need to be signed in to write your own review

Dunu Kima 2 User Reviews

Example User Posted on ...
0.0

"This is an example review"

Pros
  • Example pro 1
  • Example pro 2
Cons
  • Example con 1
  • Example con 2
No User-Reviews Yet

Share your experience and build your personal ranking list.

You need to be signed in to write your own review
Ad
Using this affiliate link for ordering your Dunu Kima 2 or any other IEM helps fund our free service at no extra cost to you.

Price: $124

Buy Dunu Kima 2 on Aliexpress

Find your next IEM:

IEM Finder Quiz

new
Use this quiz and answer a few questions to get your individual IEM recommendation list
(1/2) How much are you willing to spend on the IEM?
(2/2) Which sound characteristics are particularly important to you?

Footer