Padsmith IEM VS Final A4000

IEM Comparison: Expert & Community Scores Side-by-Side

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Padsmith IEM and Final A4000 are in-ear monitors. Padsmith IEM costs $120 while Final A4000 costs $139. Final A4000 is $19 more expensive. Padsmith IEM holds a decisive 3.6-point edge in reviewer scores (7 vs 3.4). Padsmith IEM has significantly better mids with a 1-point edge, Padsmith IEM has significantly better treble with a 2-point edge, Padsmith IEM has significantly better dynamics with a 3-point edge and Padsmith IEM has significantly better soundstage with a 2-point edge.

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Metric Padsmith IEM Final A4000
Mids 5 4
Treble 4 2
Soundstage 7 5
Dynamics 6 3
Tonality 6.7 3.8
Technicalities 6 2
Take these comparisons with a grain of salt—we don't have enough Final A4000 reviews saved yet to provide an unbiased result.

Padsmith IEM Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Fresh Reviews
Z-Reviews Jaytiss
Kois Archive
Audio Amigo

Average Reviewer Score:

7

Generally Favorable

Final A4000 Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Jaytiss Audionotions

Average Reviewer Score:

3.4

Very Poor

Reviews Comparison

Padsmith IEM reviewed by Jaytiss

Jaytiss 6.3 Reviewer Score
C+ Tuning
C- Tech
Packaged like theiaudio iem... lol this hobby.

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Mids: C+ Treble: C- Dynamics: B Soundstage: A-
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Final A4000 reviewed by Jaytiss

Jaytiss 3.8 Reviewer Score
D+ Tuning
E+ Tech
A bit warm, and late pina gain. Not terrible, but increased 9k is also meh.

Jaytiss original ranking

Jaytiss Youtube Channel
Mids: C- Treble: E+ Dynamics: D Soundstage: C+

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Padsmith IEM reviewed by Audio Amigo

Audio Amigo 8 * score rescaled + normalized
An EM6L, but with toned down top end. Gorgeous shells. Microplanar instead of Balanced Armature. Great Details and Imaging. Acessories are a little barebones

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Padsmith IEM reviewed by Kois Archive

Kois Archive 7 Reviewer Score
A+ Tuning
A+ Tech
Rating: A- | Value: ⭐ | Gaming: 🎮 | Comfort: 9 nice planar micro details midbass a little much

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Padsmith IEM reviewed by Z-Reviews

Z-Reviews 6.8 * score rescaled + normalized
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Padsmith IEM reviewed by Fresh Reviews

Fresh Reviews 5* * The score of this reviewer influences only the Gaming Score
Better in COD

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Final A4000 (more reviews)

Final A4000 reviewed by Audionotions

Audionotions 3 Reviewer Score
Sound stage and imaging are good. Very, very bright/sibilant set though. Would be good for gaming and maybe trebleheads but I found it way too hot to listen to at length - actually caused a headache. Very small and light IEMs but for my ears fit was tricky. Had to tip roll to get it to seal.

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Padsmith IEM User Review Score

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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

5.7

Gaming Grade

B-

Final A4000 Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

2.5

Gaming Grade

D-

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.
Mids C+
The mids are solid and dependable, though not especially remarkable. Vocals stay reasonably grounded in the mix.
Treble C-
Treble performance is average, audible but short on refinement. There's acceptable presence but limited finesse.
Dynamics B
Expect energetic dynamics that bring music to life without harshness. It injects enthusiasm into fast music.
Soundstage A-
Immersion steps up dramatically as width, depth, and height integrate into a cohesive hologram. Everything sounds naturally spaced.
Gaming B-
Moderate spatial presentation conveys general directionality. Suitable for casual play where precision isn't critical.

Final A4000 Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

D+
  • The tuning lacks refinement, jumping between dull and shouty without settling. Vocals frequently sound off-kilter.

Average Technical Grade

E+
  • A foggy, one-dimensional presentation wipes out layering and obscures the finer points of a mix. Spatial cues barely register at all.
Mids C-
It delivers a workable midrange that could benefit from smoother transitions. Timbre isn't quite convincing yet.
Treble E+
Expect a dark-tilted treble that keeps excitement in check. Sibilants are dull, but so is everything else.
Dynamics D
Dynamics come across throttled, leaving energetic moments underwhelming. Energetic passages land with a thud.
Soundstage C+
It pushes sound outward confidently while leaving height development as an unfinished idea. Height remains subtle but detectable.
Gaming D-
Compromised imaging significantly impacts gameplay awareness. Directional cues often lack accuracy or consistency.

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