Padsmith IEM VS Final Audio ZE3000
IEM Comparison: Expert & Community Scores Side-by-Side
Padsmith IEM and Final Audio ZE3000 are in-ear monitors. Padsmith IEM costs $120 while Final Audio ZE3000 costs $149. Final Audio ZE3000 is $29 more expensive. Padsmith IEM holds a decisive 1-point edge in reviewer scores (7 vs 6.1). Padsmith IEM has better mids with a 0.5-point edge and Padsmith IEM has significantly better soundstage with a 1.5-point edge.
Insights
| Metric | Padsmith IEM | Final Audio ZE3000 |
|---|---|---|
| Bass | 7 | 5 |
| Mids | 5 | 4.5 |
| Treble | 4 | 4 |
| Details | 7 | 5.5 |
| Soundstage | 7 | 5.5 |
| Imaging | 7 | 5 |
| Dynamics | 6 | 6.1 |
| Tonality | 6.7 | 4.5 |
| Technicalities | 6 | 5.3 |
Padsmith IEM Aggregated Review Score
Average Reviewer Scores
Average Reviewer Score:
7Generally Favorable
Final Audio ZE3000 Aggregated Review Score
Average Reviewer Scores
Average Reviewer Score:
6.1Mixed to Positive
Reviews Comparison
Padsmith IEM reviewed by Z-Reviews
6.8
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Final Audio ZE3000 reviewed by Z-Reviews
7.2
* score rescaled + normalized
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 Jaytiss
6.3
Reviewer Score
Jaytiss Youtube Channel
Padsmith IEM reviewed by
Fresh Reviews
5*
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Score
Final Audio ZE3000 (more reviews)
Final Audio ZE3000 reviewed by Shuwa-T
4.9
Reviewer Score
Padsmith IEM Details
Driver Configuration: 1DD+1Planar
Tuning Type: Neutral, Warm
Price (Msrp): $120
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Final Audio ZE3000 Details
Driver Configuration: n/a
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Brand: Final Audio Top Final Audio IEMs
Price (Msrp): $149
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Padsmith IEM Gaming Score
Gaming Score & Grade
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Gaming Score
5.7Gaming Grade
B-Final Audio ZE3000 Gaming Score
Gaming Score & Grade
- The gaming score is prioritizing technical capabilities of the IEM (Separation, Layering, Soundstage) and good value.
Gaming Score
5.1Gaming Grade
C+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.
Final Audio ZE3000 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+- It offers a competent showing, maintaining cohesion on straightforward arrangements. Complex passages start to challenge it, but never derail the show.
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