Empire Ears Nemesis and Fir Audio M4 use 2DD+3BA and 1DD+3BA driver setups respectively. Empire Ears Nemesis costs $1,600 while Fir Audio M4 costs $1,900. Fir Audio M4 is $300 more expensive. Fir Audio M4 holds a decisive 1-point edge in reviewer scores (5 vs 6).
Insights
| Metric | Empire Ears Nemesis | Fir Audio M4 |
|---|---|---|
| Bass | 5 | 4 |
| Mids | 5 | 5.5 |
| Treble | 5 | 4.5 |
| Details | 5 | 5 |
| Soundstage | 5 | 7 |
| Imaging | 5 | 6.5 |
| Tonality | 5 | 5.6 |
| Technicalities | 5.5 | 6.4 |
Empire Ears Nemesis Aggregated Review Score
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Fir Audio M4 Aggregated Review Score
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Average Reviewer Score:
6Mixed
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Fir Audio M4 (more reviews)
Fir Audio M4 reviewed by Shuwa-T
Empire Ears Nemesis Details
Driver Configuration: 2DD+3BA
Tuning Type: V-Shaped
Brand: Empire Ears Top Empire Ears IEMs
Price (Msrp): $1,600
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Fir Audio M4 Details
Driver Configuration: 1DD+3BA
Tuning Type: Neutral, Warm
Price (Msrp): $1,900
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Empire Ears Nemesis Gaming Score
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3.9Gaming Grade
D+Fir Audio M4 Gaming Score
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4.6Gaming Grade
CEmpire Ears Nemesis Scorings
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C+- A mostly enjoyable signature keeps things listenable despite a handful of quirks. It handles most playlists without major complaints.
Average Technical Grade
B-- The presentation is steady if unspectacular, holding onto essential details when the music stays simple. Fine details occasionally slip through the cracks.
Fir Audio M4 Scorings
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Average Tunign Grade
B-- Expect a friendly tonal balance that could use polish but remains inviting. Great for casual listening, less so for purists.
Average Technical Grade
B- Technical ability is serviceable, keeping basic detail intact across simpler tracks. It keeps up with acoustic tracks without much fuss.
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