EarAcoustics Audio STA-K VS CCA Rhapsody

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EarAcoustics Audio STA-K and CCA Rhapsody are in-ear monitors. EarAcoustics Audio STA-K costs $50 while CCA Rhapsody costs $50. CCA Rhapsody holds a slight 0.4-point edge in reviewer scores (5.3 vs 5.7). CCA Rhapsody has significantly better mids with a 2-point edge, EarAcoustics Audio STA-K has significantly better treble with a 1-point edge and EarAcoustics Audio STA-K has significantly better dynamics with a 3-point edge.

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Metric EarAcoustics Audio STA-K CCA Rhapsody
Mids 3 5
Treble 5 4
Soundstage 5 5
Dynamics 5 2
Tonality 4.3 4.5
Technicalities 5 4

EarAcoustics Audio STA-K Aggregated Review Score

EarAcoustics Audio STA-K Average Reviewer Scores

Jaytiss

Average Reviewer Score:

5.3

Mixed to Negative


CCA Rhapsody Aggregated Review Score

CCA Rhapsody Average Reviewer Scores

Jaytiss
Z-Reviews

Average Reviewer Score:

5.7

Mixed


EarAcoustics Audio STA-K User Review Score

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EarAcoustics Audio STA-K Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

4.8

Gaming Grade

C

CCA Rhapsody Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

4.2

Gaming Grade

C-

EarAcoustics Audio STA-K 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+
  • Satisfactory technical performance. Handles basic detail retrieval adequately in most tracks. Maintains reasonable cohesion in simpler arrangements.
Mids D
Midrange is significantly uneven with coloration. Some frequencies are boosted while others are missing, creating an unnatural tone.
Treble C+
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 C+
Decent spatial presentation with noticeable width. Some depth perception but height dimension remains underdeveloped.
Gaming C
Minimal environmental definition provides only general audio cues. Suitable for games where positioning isn't critical.

CCA Rhapsody 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.
Mids C+
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 E+
Limited dynamic range with poor micro-detail. Subtle volume changes are lost, and transients lack proper attack.
Soundstage C+
Decent spatial presentation with noticeable width. Some depth perception but height dimension remains underdeveloped.
Gaming C-
Minimal environmental definition provides only general audio cues. Suitable for games where positioning isn't critical.

EarAcoustics Audio STA-K Reviews

EarAcoustics Audio STA-K reviewed by:

2025-07-25
Jaytiss 5.3 Reviewer Score
C- Tuning
C+ Tech
Shouty, Muddy but competent.

Jaytiss original ranking

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

CCA Rhapsody Reviews

CCA Rhapsody reviewed by:

Z-Reviews 6.8 * score normalized

CCA Rhapsody reviewed by:

Jaytiss 4.5 Reviewer Score
C Tuning
C- Tech
For 35, this is a deal. Consider it.

Jaytiss original ranking

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- Jaytiss
Mids: C+ Treble: C- Dynamics: E+ Soundstage: C+

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