Dunu DK-3001 BD VS Fat Freq MAESTRO MINI

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Dunu DK-3001 BD and Fat Freq MAESTRO MINI are in-ear monitors. Dunu DK-3001 BD costs $500 while Fat Freq MAESTRO MINI costs $475. Dunu DK-3001 BD is $25 more expensive. Dunu DK-3001 BD holds a decisive 1.6-point edge in reviewer scores (7.4 vs 5.8). Dunu DK-3001 BD has significantly better mids with a 2-point edge, Dunu DK-3001 BD has significantly better treble with a 3-point edge, Dunu DK-3001 BD has better dynamics with a 0.5-point edge and Dunu DK-3001 BD has significantly better soundstage with a 2-point edge.

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Metric Dunu DK-3001 BD Fat Freq MAESTRO MINI
Bass 7 5.8
Mids 7 5
Treble 7 4
Details 7 5.8
Soundstage 8 6
Imaging 6 5.8
Dynamics 6.5 6
Tonality 6.7 4.8
Technicalities 7.8 4

Dunu DK-3001 BD Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Fresh Reviews Tim Tuned Gizaudio Axel Precogvision
Jays Audio
Z-Reviews Super* Review Jaytiss

Average Reviewer Score:

7.4

Generally Favorable


Fat Freq MAESTRO MINI Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Jaytiss

Average Reviewer Score:

5.8

Mixed


Dunu DK-3001 BD User Review Score

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Dunu DK-3001 BD Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

7.4

Gaming Grade

A-

Fat Freq MAESTRO MINI Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

4

Gaming Grade

C-

Dunu DK-3001 BD Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

B+
  • Generally enjoyable tonal character with some noticeable unevenness. Maintains listenability while showing room for refinement in frequency balance.

Average Technical Grade

A
  • Good technical performance. Clear separation and decent detail retrieval across various tracks. Soundstage shows reasonable width and depth.
Bass A-
Strong, well-defined bass with good texture. Delivers satisfying punch and rumble without overwhelming other frequencies.
Mids A-
Excellent midrange with natural timbre and great detail retrieval. Vocals are forward and emotive with lifelike instrument reproduction.
Treble A-
Excellent treble: airy, extended and well-controlled. Great micro-detail retrieval without sibilance or harshness.
Dynamics B+
Good dynamic expression with solid impact. Handles volume contrasts well while maintaining good transient snap.
Soundstage A+
Exceptional soundstage with holographic imaging. Creates a truly three-dimensional space where instruments float naturally around you.
Details A-
Excellent detail retrieval: highly resolving without being clinical. Effortlessly reveals micro-details and textural subtleties.
Imaging B
Good imaging with precise instrument placement. Clear localization within the soundstage including front/back positioning.
Gaming A-
Good fundamental spatial awareness for most gaming scenarios. Handles basic positioning well but may lack nuance in complex situations. Bad value-to-cost for gaming purpose - not recommended

Fat Freq MAESTRO MINI 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 B
Good dynamic expression with solid impact. Handles volume contrasts well while maintaining good transient snap.
Soundstage B
Good soundstage with proper width and depth. Instruments have clear positioning with reasonable front/back placement.
Gaming C-
Minimal environmental definition provides only general audio cues. Suitable for games where positioning isn't critical. Value-to-cost may not be optimal for gaming-focused users.

Dunu DK-3001 BD Reviews

Z-Reviews 8.5 * score normalized
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Super* Review 8.5* * score normalized
My second 5 star IEM in 2024. The Braindance is a very satisfying IEM to listen to.

Super* Review original ranking

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Jaytiss 8.5 Reviewer Score
A Tuning
A+ Tech
I prefer this with the adapter, but is fine without.

Jaytiss original ranking

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Mids: A- Treble: A+ Dynamics: A- Soundstage: A+
Jays Audio 7 Reviewer Score
A- Tuning
S- Tech
Technical, but thin, and bright tilt with LOTS of planar sizzle and timbre. Needs more low-end (small scoop), noteweight is very light, not peaky, but just artificial. Needs 10hm adapter to be balanced. Not a high volume set.

Jays Audio original ranking

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Fresh Reviews 6.5* * The score of this reviewer influences only the Gaming Score
Tim Tuned 6.5 Reviewer Score
B+ Tuning
A+ Tech
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Tim Tuned original ranking

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Bass: A+ Mids: A+ Treble: A-
Gizaudio Axel 6.5 Reviewer Score
B+ Tuning
A+ Tech
More mid-bass and less treble would be perfect Excellent bass quality, deep sub-bass, transparent mids, and great resolution. Low mid-bass, slightly lean vocals, and bright treble.

Gizaudio Axel original ranking

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Precogvision 6.1 Reviewer Score
B Tuning
B Tech
Not to my taste - treble sounds slightly brittle and harsh - but plenty of resolution and clean presentation.

Precogvision original ranking

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Bass: B Mids: B Treble: B Dynamics: B Details: A- Imaging: B
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Fat Freq MAESTRO MINI Reviews

Jaytiss 5.8 Reviewer Score
C Tuning
C- Tech
At this price I'd recommend the Scarlet mini.

Jaytiss original ranking

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

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