Empire Ears Wraith VS Kinera Imperial Loki

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Empire Ears Wraith and Kinera Imperial Loki use 7BA+4EST and 1DD+6BA+4EST+1BC driver setups respectively. Empire Ears Wraith costs $3,600 while Kinera Imperial Loki costs $3,099. Empire Ears Wraith is $501 more expensive. Kinera Imperial Loki holds a decisive 5-point edge in reviewer scores (3.6 vs 8.6). Kinera Imperial Loki has significantly better bass with a 6-point edge, Kinera Imperial Loki has significantly better mids with a 3-point edge, Kinera Imperial Loki has significantly better treble with a 4-point edge, Kinera Imperial Loki has significantly better dynamics with a 2-point edge, Kinera Imperial Loki has significantly better details with a 6-point edge and Kinera Imperial Loki has significantly better imaging with a 5.5-point edge.

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Metric Empire Ears Wraith Kinera Imperial Loki
Bass 3 9
Mids 4 7
Treble 3 7
Details 3 9
Soundstage 3.6 7
Imaging 3 8.5
Dynamics 3 5
Tonality 3.9 8.3
Technicalities 4.3 8.2
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Empire Ears Wraith Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Precogvision
Crin

Average Reviewer Score:

3.6

Poor

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 Wraith (more reviews)

Empire Ears Wraith reviewed by Crin

Crin 4.5 Reviewer Score
C Tuning
B- Tech
A Zeus with almost nonexistent treble and clarity.

Crin original ranking

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Empire Ears Wraith reviewed by Precogvision

Precogvision 2.7 Reviewer Score
D Tuning
D Tech
This IEM's name about sums it up.

Precogvision original ranking

Precogvision Youtube Channel
Bass: D Mids: C- Treble: D Dynamics: D Details: D Imaging: D

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.

Jays Audio original ranking

Jays Audio Youtube Channel

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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.

Nymz original ranking

Nymz Website

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 Wraith User Review Score

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Empire Ears Wraith Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

2.6

Gaming Grade

D-

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 Wraith Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

D+
  • Tonality remains inconsistent, with uneven peaks and dips that disrupt musical flow. You'll constantly notice peaks or dips pulling focus.

Average Technical Grade

C-
  • Even moderate complexity exposes the limited resolution and narrow sense of space. Technical fans will find it lacking.
Bass D
The bass sits quietly in the background, providing only faint support. Live recordings lose their stage thump.
Mids C-
The mids sound serviceable but rough around the edges, needing polish. Occasional glare can creep into upper mids.
Treble D
Treble balance wavers, creating a mix of recessed detail and harsh flashes. Highs feel restless and unfocused.
Dynamics D
Dynamics sound noticeably compressed, muting contrast between quiet and loud. Transients feel blunted and slow.
Details D
The overall picture is serviceable yet stripped of the tiny flourishes that add realism. Layering lacks consistent clarity.
Imaging D
Modest imaging with basic left/right positioning that never quite nails the center image. Left/right cues exist but are rough.
Gaming D-
Compromised imaging significantly impacts gameplay awareness. Directional cues often lack accuracy or consistency. 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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