Fatfreq Maestro SE VS Fatfreq Maestro Mini

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Fatfreq Maestro SE and Fatfreq Maestro Mini use 1DD+7BA+4EST and 1DD+2BA driver setups respectively. Fatfreq Maestro SE costs $1,900 while Fatfreq Maestro Mini costs $450. Fatfreq Maestro SE is $1,450 more expensive. Fatfreq Maestro SE holds a decisive 1.1-point edge in reviewer scores (7.2 vs 6.2). Fatfreq Maestro SE has better bass with a 0.7-point edge, Fatfreq Maestro SE has significantly better mids with a 1-point edge, Fatfreq Maestro SE has significantly better treble with a 1.2-point edge, Fatfreq Maestro SE has significantly better details with a 1-point edge and Fatfreq Maestro SE has significantly better imaging with a 1.5-point edge.

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Metric Fatfreq Maestro SE Fatfreq Maestro Mini
Bass 8 7.3
Mids 7 6
Treble 7.5 6.3
Details 6 5
Imaging 7 5.5
Dynamics 7.2 6
Tonality 7.5 6.7
Technicalities 7 6

Fatfreq Maestro SE Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Nymz Crin
Bad Guy Good Audio

Average Reviewer Score:

7.2

Generally Favorable

Fatfreq Maestro Mini Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Tim Tuned Nymz
Crin Precogvision Jays Audio
Z-Reviews

Average Reviewer Score:

6.2

Mixed to Positive

Reviews Comparison

Fatfreq Maestro SE reviewed by Nymz

Nymz 6.7 Reviewer Score
A- Tuning
B Tech
Good bass with neutral mids and treble, but sub-par techs for its price.

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Bass: A+ Mids: B Treble: A- Details: B Imaging: A-

Fatfreq Maestro Mini reviewed by Nymz

Nymz 5.3 Reviewer Score
C+ Tuning
C+ Tech
F*** you, bass. Default rec for bassheads.

Nymz original ranking

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Bass: B Mids: C+ Treble: C+ Details: C+ Imaging: C+

Fatfreq Maestro SE reviewed by Crin

Crin 6.5 Reviewer Score
A Tuning
B+ Tech
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Fatfreq Maestro Mini reviewed by Crin

Crin 6.5 Reviewer Score
A+ Tuning
B Tech
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Fatfreq Maestro SE (more reviews)

Fatfreq Maestro SE reviewed by Bad Guy Good Audio

Bad Guy Good Audio 8.5 Reviewer Score
A+ Tuning
A+ Tech
Thunderous bass. Proper midbass, brilliant trebs. 12 drivers Female Vocals can sound un natural in some instances

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Bass: A+ Mids: A+ Treble: A+

Fatfreq Maestro Mini (more reviews)

Fatfreq Maestro Mini reviewed by Z-Reviews

Z-Reviews 7.5 * score normalized
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Fatfreq Maestro Mini reviewed by Precogvision

Precogvision 6.2 Reviewer Score
A- Tuning
B- Tech
Extreme basshead's dream. Incredible sub-bass shelf while maintaining midrange and treble balance.

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Bass: A+ Mids: B Treble: A- Dynamics: B Details: C+ Imaging: B

Fatfreq Maestro Mini reviewed by Jays Audio

Jays Audio 6 Reviewer Score
A Tuning
B+ Tech
A basshead set that's actually well-balanced for the most part. Extension on uppermids/highs are good but can get shouty, sub-bass texture and slam is impactful and satisfying - this is the set for most bassheads who don't want a crap ton of bass but still a good amount. Deuce better.

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Fatfreq Maestro Mini reviewed by Tim Tuned

Tim Tuned 5.5 Reviewer Score
B- Tuning
A- Tech
Bass cannon with correct vocals and treble balance Semi thin vocals

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Bass: A+ Mids: A- Treble: A-

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Fatfreq 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

5.6

Gaming Grade

B-

Fatfreq 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

6

Gaming Grade

B

Fatfreq Maestro SE Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

A
  • Well-executed tonal character. No major flaws with good technical control. Smooth presentation works with multiple genres.

Average Technical Grade

A-
  • Satisfactory technical performance. Handles basic detail retrieval adequately in most tracks. Maintains reasonable cohesion in simpler arrangements.
Bass A+
Excellent bass response - powerful yet controlled. Deep extension with authoritative slam while maintaining clarity.
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.
Details B
Good resolution with clear articulation of nuances. Reveals recording nuances and maintains clarity in complex passages.
Imaging A-
Excellent imaging: precise and stable placement. Instruments occupy specific points in space with tangible positions.
Gaming B-
Moderate spatial presentation conveys general directionality. Suitable for casual play where precision isn't critical. Bad value-to-cost for gaming purpose - not recommended

Fatfreq Maestro Mini 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

B
  • Satisfactory technical performance. Handles basic detail retrieval adequately in most tracks. Maintains reasonable cohesion in simpler arrangements.
Bass A-
Strong, well-defined bass with good texture. Delivers satisfying punch and rumble without overwhelming other frequencies.
Mids B
Good midrange presence with solid clarity. Vocals are clear and instruments have reasonable texture and body.
Treble B
Good treble response - clear and detailed without fatigue. Well-extended with proper air and sparkle.
Dynamics B
Good dynamic expression with solid impact. Handles volume contrasts well while maintaining good transient snap.
Details C+
Decent detail retrieval. Handles most textures adequately though micro-details and ambient cues could be more pronounced.
Imaging B-
Decent positional accuracy. Good left/right placement with acceptable center image, though depth positioning is approximate.
Gaming B
Decent spatial awareness for fundamental positioning. Creates satisfying atmosphere in story-driven games while handling basic directional cues. Value-to-cost may not be optimal for gaming-focused users.

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