FiiO F9 VS Padsmith IEM
IEM Comparison: Expert & Community Scores Side-by-Side
FiiO F9 and Padsmith IEM use 2BA+1DD> and 1DD+1Planar driver setups respectively. FiiO F9 costs $100 while Padsmith IEM costs $120. Padsmith IEM is $20 more expensive. Padsmith IEM holds a decisive 2-point edge in reviewer scores (5 vs 7).
Insights
| Metric | FiiO F9 | Padsmith IEM |
|---|---|---|
| Mids | 5 | 5 |
| Treble | 5 | 4 |
| Soundstage | 5 | 7 |
| Dynamics | 5 | 6 |
| Tonality | 5 | 6.7 |
| Technicalities | 5 | 6 |
FiiO F9 Aggregated Review Score
Average Reviewer Scores
Average Reviewer Score:
5Mixed to Negative
Padsmith IEM Aggregated Review Score
Average Reviewer Scores
Average Reviewer Score:
7Generally Favorable
Reviews Comparison
FiiO F9 (more reviews)
FiiO F9 reviewed by Crin
5
Reviewer Score
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
FiiO F9 Details
Driver Configuration: 2BA+1DD>
Tuning Type: Bright, V-Shaped
Brand: FiiO Top FiiO IEMs
Price (Msrp): $100
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Padsmith IEM Details
Driver Configuration: 1DD+1Planar
Tuning Type: Neutral, Warm
Price (Msrp): $120
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FiiO F9 User Review Score
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FiiO F9 Gaming Score
Gaming Score & Grade
- The gaming score is prioritizing technical capabilities of the IEM (Separation, Layering, Soundstage) and good value.
Gaming Score
5Gaming Grade
C+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-FiiO F9 Scorings
Average Technical & Tuning Grades
Average Tunign Grade
C+- A mostly enjoyable signature keeps things listenable despite a handful of quirks. It handles most playlists without major complaints.
Average Technical Grade
C+- The presentation is steady if unspectacular, holding onto essential details when the music stays simple. Fine details occasionally slip through the cracks.
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.
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