Padsmith IEM VS EPZ K5
IEM Comparison: Expert & Community Scores Side-by-Side
Padsmith IEM and EPZ K5 are in-ear monitors. Padsmith IEM costs $120 while EPZ K5 costs $105. Padsmith IEM is $15 more expensive. Padsmith IEM holds a clear 0.5-point edge in reviewer scores (7 vs 6.5).
Insights
| Metric | Padsmith IEM | EPZ K5 |
|---|---|---|
| Mids | 5 | 6.5 |
| Treble | 4 | 6.5 |
| Soundstage | 7 | 6.5 |
| Dynamics | 6 | 6.5 |
| Tonality | 6.7 | 6.5 |
| Technicalities | 6 | 7 |
Padsmith IEM Aggregated Review Score
Average Reviewer Scores
Average Reviewer Score:
7Generally Favorable
EPZ K5 Aggregated Review Score
Average Reviewer Scores
Average Reviewer Score:
6.5Cautiously Favorable
Reviews Comparison
Padsmith IEM (more reviews)
Padsmith IEM reviewed by Audio Amigo
8
* score rescaled + normalized
Audio Amigo Youtube Channel
Padsmith IEM reviewed by Kois Archive
7
Reviewer Score
Kois Archive Youtube Channel
Padsmith IEM reviewed by Z-Reviews
6.8
* score rescaled + normalized
Padsmith IEM reviewed by Jaytiss
6.3
Reviewer Score
Jaytiss Youtube Channel
Padsmith IEM reviewed by
Fresh Reviews
5*
* The score of this reviewer influences only the Gaming
Score
EPZ K5 (more reviews)
EPZ K5 reviewed by Jays Audio
5.5
Reviewer Score
Jays Audio Youtube Channel
EPZ K5 reviewed by Head-Fi.org
7.5
* score rescaled + normalized
Padsmith IEM Details
Driver Configuration: 1DD+1Planar
Tuning Type: Neutral, Warm
Price (Msrp): $120
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Tuning Type: n/a
Price (Msrp): $105
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Padsmith IEM User Review Score
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Padsmith IEM Gaming Score
Gaming Score & Grade
- The gaming score is prioritizing technical capabilities of the IEM (Separation, Layering, Soundstage) and good value.
Gaming Score
5.7Gaming Grade
B-EPZ K5 Gaming Score
Gaming Score & Grade
- The gaming score is prioritizing technical capabilities of the IEM (Separation, Layering, Soundstage) and good value.
Gaming Score
6.9Gaming Grade
B+Padsmith IEM Scorings
Average Technical & Tuning Grades
Average Tunign Grade
B+- The tuning leans easygoing, yet occasional unevenness nudges it away from greatness. A bit of EQ polish can smooth things nicely.
Average Technical Grade
B- An honest, middle-of-the-road performance preserves structure without chasing micro-detail. It's respectable for everyday listening sessions.
EPZ K5 Scorings
Average Technical & Tuning Grades
Average Tunign Grade
B+- It sounds pleasant overall, with some uneven spots that hint at room for refinement. Vocals remain pleasant despite the imperfections.
Average Technical Grade
A-- You get a controlled, composed performance, marrying decent clarity with a still-modest sense of space. A safe technical performer for the price bracket.
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