FiiO FA9 VS Noble Audio Ronin

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FiiO FA9 and Noble Audio Ronin are in-ear monitors. FiiO FA9 costs $450 while Noble Audio Ronin costs $0. FiiO FA9 is $450 more expensive. FiiO FA9 holds a slight 0.2-point edge in reviewer scores (5.5 vs 5.3).

Insights

Metric FiiO FA9 Noble Audio Ronin
Bass 5.5 5
Mids 5.5 5
Treble 5.5 5
Details 5.5 6
Imaging 5.5 6
Dynamics 5.5 6
Tonality 5.5 5
Technicalities 5.5 6

FiiO FA9 Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Crin

Average Reviewer Score:

5.5

Mixed

Noble Audio Ronin Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Precogvision

Average Reviewer Score:

5.3

Mixed to Negative

Reviews Comparison

FiiO FA9 (more reviews)

FiiO FA9 reviewed by Crin

Crin 5.5 Reviewer Score
B- Tuning
B- Tech
More of a downslope-neutral kind of tonality. A bit above average as far as technical performance goes.

Crin original ranking

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Noble Audio Ronin (more reviews)

Noble Audio Ronin reviewed by Precogvision

Precogvision 5.3 Reviewer Score
C+ Tuning
B Tech
Lower midrange is overly thick and not enough treble extension to pull off this type of tuning. Like a scuffed Andro 2020.

Precogvision original ranking

Precogvision Youtube Channel
Bass: C+ Mids: C+ Treble: C+ Dynamics: B Details: B Imaging: B

FiiO FA9 User Review Score

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FiiO FA9 Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

5.3

Gaming Grade

C+

Noble Audio Ronin Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

5.7

Gaming Grade

B-

FiiO FA9 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.
Gaming C+
Fundamental left/right positioning with limited depth perception. Works for non-competitive gaming but lacks precision. Value-to-cost may not be optimal for gaming-focused users.

Noble Audio Ronin Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

C+
  • 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 C+
Average bass performance - present but unremarkable. Has reasonable texture but lacks depth and physicality.
Mids C+
Decent midrange performance - balanced but unremarkable. Adequate clarity for most genres without notable flaws.
Treble C+
Decent treble with acceptable extension and detail. Can sound slightly unrefined but avoids being harsh or sibilant.
Dynamics B
Good dynamic expression with solid impact. Handles volume contrasts well while maintaining good transient snap.
Details B
Good resolution with clear articulation of nuances. Reveals recording nuances and maintains clarity in complex passages.
Imaging B
Good imaging with precise instrument placement. Clear localization within the soundstage including front/back positioning.
Gaming B-
Moderate spatial presentation conveys general directionality. Suitable for casual play where precision isn't critical.

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