Fat Freq MAESTRO SE VS Fat Freq MAESTRO MINI

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Fat Freq MAESTRO SE and Fat Freq MAESTRO MINI are in-ear monitors. Fat Freq MAESTRO SE costs $2,000 while Fat Freq MAESTRO MINI costs $475. Fat Freq MAESTRO SE is $1,525 more expensive. Fat Freq MAESTRO SE holds a decisive 1.7-point edge in reviewer scores (7.5 vs 5.8). Fat Freq MAESTRO SE has significantly better mids with a 1-point edge, Fat Freq MAESTRO SE has significantly better treble with a 2-point edge, Fat Freq MAESTRO SE has significantly better dynamics with a 1-point edge and Fat Freq MAESTRO SE has significantly better soundstage with a 1-point edge.

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Metric Fat Freq MAESTRO SE Fat Freq MAESTRO MINI
Mids 6 5
Treble 6 4
Soundstage 7 6
Dynamics 7 6
Tonality 6.5 4.8
Technicalities 6 4
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Fat Freq MAESTRO SE Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Jaytiss

Average Reviewer Score:

7.5

Strongly Favorable

Fat Freq MAESTRO MINI Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Jaytiss

Average Reviewer Score:

5.8

Mixed

Reviews Comparison

Fat Freq MAESTRO SE reviewed by Jaytiss

Jaytiss 7.5 Reviewer Score
B+ Tuning
B Tech
It might be the channel imbalance, but not a fan.

Jaytiss original ranking

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

Fat Freq MAESTRO MINI reviewed by Jaytiss

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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Fat Freq MAESTRO SE Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

4.7

Gaming Grade

C

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-

Fat Freq MAESTRO SE 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
  • Technical ability is serviceable, keeping basic detail intact across simpler tracks. It keeps up with acoustic tracks without much fuss.
Mids B
It offers engaging mid frequencies with pleasing clarity and layering. Details emerge without becoming harsh.
Treble B
Treble is articulate and clean, adding excitement without harshness. It adds sparkle without harshness.
Dynamics A-
It delivers crisp, authoritative dynamics that keep music thrilling. Subtle level shifts are clearly conveyed.
Soundstage A-
The stage stretches in every direction, carving out clear three-dimensional pockets for each player. Placement accuracy impresses from the start.
Gaming C
Minimal environmental definition provides only general audio cues. Suitable for games where positioning isn't critical. Bad value-to-cost for gaming purpose - not recommended

Fat Freq MAESTRO MINI Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

C
  • 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-
  • Resolution is limited, masking finer nuances and narrowing the soundstage. Busy mixes still overwhelm it with ease.
Mids C+
Midrange performance is decent, offering balanced presence without major flaws. It works well for casual background listening.
Treble C-
Treble is adequate overall, though its texture can feel coarse. Longer sessions may expose grain.
Dynamics B
It handles shifts in volume well, keeping transients lively and controlled. Quiet-to-loud transitions feel natural.
Soundstage B
The presentation supplies a believable venue outline where each instrument owns its pocket of space. The stage opens up nicely for live cuts.
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.

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