Empire Ears LEGEND-X VS Kinera Imperial Loki

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Empire Ears LEGEND-X and Kinera Imperial Loki use 2DD+5BA and 1DD+6BA+4EST+1BC driver setups respectively. Empire Ears LEGEND-X costs $2,300 while Kinera Imperial Loki costs $3,099. Kinera Imperial Loki is $799 more expensive. Kinera Imperial Loki holds a decisive 1.7-point edge in reviewer scores (6.9 vs 8.6). Kinera Imperial Loki has significantly better bass with a 2-point edge, Kinera Imperial Loki has significantly better mids with a 1-point edge, Kinera Imperial Loki has better treble with a 0.5-point edge, Empire Ears LEGEND-X has significantly better dynamics with a 1-point edge, Kinera Imperial Loki has significantly better details with a 2-point edge and Kinera Imperial Loki has significantly better imaging with a 1.5-point edge.

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Metric Empire Ears LEGEND-X Kinera Imperial Loki
Bass 7 9
Mids 6 7
Treble 6.5 7
Details 7 9
Soundstage 6.9 7
Imaging 7 8.5
Dynamics 6 5
Tonality 7 8.3
Technicalities 6.6 8.2
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Empire Ears LEGEND-X Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Precogvision
Bad Guy Good Audio Crin

Average Reviewer Score:

6.9

Cautiously Favorable

Kinera Imperial Loki Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Jaytiss
Nymz Head-Fi.org
Jays Audio Web Search

Average Reviewer Score:

8.6

Excellent

Reviews Comparison

Empire Ears LEGEND-X (more reviews)

Empire Ears LEGEND-X reviewed by Bad Guy Good Audio

Bad Guy Good Audio 7.5 Reviewer Score
A+ Tuning
B Tech
Bass, details,sparkle Bass (too much for some genre) mids

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Bass: A+ Mids: B Treble: A-
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Empire Ears LEGEND-X reviewed by Crin

Crin 7 Reviewer Score
A- Tuning
A- Tech
High resolution hybrid flawed only by lack of control in the bass regions.

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Empire Ears LEGEND-X reviewed by Precogvision

Precogvision 6.2 Reviewer Score
B Tuning
B+ Tech
Bass lacks texture, but a fairly holographic, "grand" presentation that is unique for a V-shaped response.

Precogvision original ranking

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

Kinera Imperial Loki (more reviews)

Kinera Imperial Loki reviewed by Jays Audio

Jays Audio 9 Reviewer Score
S Tuning
S Tech
Super clean and clear sound. Beautiful vocals. Everyhting is extremely well balanced. No special sauce tho.

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Kinera Imperial Loki reviewed by Nymz

Nymz 8.7 Reviewer Score
S- Tuning
S- Tech
Great bass texture with slightly hot upper mid-range and well extended treble. Remarkable technical performance.

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Bass: S Mids: A+ Treble: S Details: S Imaging: S-

Kinera Imperial Loki reviewed by Jaytiss

Jaytiss 6.8 Reviewer Score
B- Tuning
C+ Tech
Packaged well but feels like an Alien is in your ear.

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

Kinera Imperial Loki reviewed by Head-Fi.org

Head-Fi.org 8.8 * score rescaled + normalized
6 community members have rated the Kinera Imperial Loki at an average of 4.7/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Exceptional.

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Kinera Imperial Loki reviewed by Web Search

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Web Search 9.5 Reviewer Score
S Tuning
S+ Tech

The Kinera Imperial Loki delivers a technically impressive W-shaped signature that balances sub-bass depth, vocal clarity, and sparkling treble extension. Its standout feature is the bone conduction driver, which adds palpable texture and physicality to low frequencies, creating a uniquely visceral rumble without bleeding into the mids. While the slightly scooped lower mids can thin out some male vocals or brass instruments in busy tracks, the overall presentation excels in detail retrieval and holographic imaging, offering an expansive soundstage with precise instrument placement.

Accessories elevate the experience, including 13 ear tips (Final E, AZLA Crystal, SpinFit CP145, Symbio F) for fine-tuning fit and sound, plus two quality cables—Effect Audio’s copper cable for warmth and Kinera’s hybrid cable for enhanced resolution. The lightweight resin shells ensure comfort despite the complex driver array, though fit-dependent bass response and occasional BC driver "ringing" during voice playback are minor quirks. At $3,099, it competes fiercely in the summit-fi tier, particularly for those prioritizing technical prowess and dynamic engagement over absolute neutrality.

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Empire Ears LEGEND-X User Review Score

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Empire Ears LEGEND-X Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

5.2

Gaming Grade

C+

Kinera Imperial Loki Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

6.7

Gaming Grade

B+

Empire Ears LEGEND-X Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

A-
  • Expect an inviting tonal blend that adapts well to genres while staying largely composed. It strikes a nice blend of warmth and clarity.

Average Technical Grade

B+
  • Technical ability is serviceable, keeping basic detail intact across simpler tracks. It keeps up with acoustic tracks without much fuss.
Bass A-
You get robust low-end authority that remains disciplined and textured. Layering stays intact despite the weight.
Mids B
The region sounds composed and expressive, giving vocals a natural spotlight. It keeps vocals front and center nicely.
Treble B+
Treble response is good, delivering clarity and sparkle without fatigue. Hi-hats sound lively without sting.
Dynamics B
Dynamic expression is good, delivering solid impact and convincing contrast. Percussion lands with convincing weight.
Details A-
Textural subtleties glow, giving each recording a beautifully illuminated character. It exposes mix decisions with precision.
Imaging A-
You can literally point to where sounds originate across the stage. You can point to where sounds originate.
Gaming C+
Fundamental left/right positioning with limited depth perception. Works for non-competitive gaming but lacks precision. Bad value-to-cost for gaming purpose - not recommended

Kinera Imperial Loki Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

A+
  • Expect a tasteful, well-judged response that feels both musical and true to the source. Great synergy with a wide range of genres.

Average Technical Grade

A+
  • The tuning feels expertly organized, marrying agile dynamics with well-defined spatial cues. Technical listeners will appreciate the poise.
Bass S
The bass is breathtaking, pairing thunderous impact with absolute precision. Every rumble is rendered with realism.
Mids A-
Expect lifelike vocals and instruments with impressive nuance and realism. You can easily follow harmonies and backups.
Treble A-
Expect effortless extension and clarity that keep the top end sparkling yet smooth. Layering in upper registers is impressive.
Dynamics C+
You get reliable macrodynamics, with micro shifts that remain only adequate. A reliable performer for most tracks.
Soundstage A-
Excellent spatial presentation that is wide, deep, and tall with precise instrument placement. Width, depth, and height all feel expanded.
Details S
Reference-class detail delivering microscopic resolution and flawless texture reproduction. Every micro-texture is laid bare.
Imaging S-
The stage breathes like a real environment, surrounding you with believable depth. There's a strong sensation of physical space.
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

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