Lime Ears Incognita and Fir Audio E10 are in-ear monitors. Lime Ears Incognita costs $1,700 while Fir Audio E10 costs $1,299. Lime Ears Incognita is $401 more expensive. Lime Ears Incognita holds a decisive 3.7-point edge in reviewer scores (8.5 vs 4.8). Lime Ears Incognita has significantly better mids with a 2.9-point edge, Lime Ears Incognita has significantly better treble with a 6.5-point edge, Lime Ears Incognita has significantly better dynamics with a 4-point edge and Lime Ears Incognita has significantly better soundstage with a 3.1-point edge.
Insights
| Metric | Lime Ears Incognita | Fir Audio E10 |
|---|---|---|
| Bass | 7.8 | 4.8 |
| Mids | 7.9 | 5 |
| Treble | 7.5 | 1 |
| Details | 8.6 | 4.8 |
| Soundstage | 8.1 | 5 |
| Imaging | 8.4 | 4.8 |
| Dynamics | 8 | 4 |
| Tonality | 8.2 | 4 |
| Technicalities | 8.2 | 1 |
Lime Ears Incognita Aggregated Review Score
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Average Reviewer Score:
8.5Very Positive
Fir Audio E10 Aggregated Review Score
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Average Reviewer Score:
4.8Generally Unfavorable
Reviews Comparison
Lime Ears Incognita reviewed by Jaytiss
Youtube Video Summary
Lime Ears Incognita arrives as part of the brand’s Power Trio with Terra and Maris, carrying a $1,700 tag and build that feels suitably premium. The shell isolates well, grips tips securely, and wears a striking, lava-flecked faceplate; the leather case looks and feels durable. The included cable on this sample appears non-final but is notably supple and well-behaved.
Sonically, the tuning hits that sweet overlap of impactful, detailed, and lively. Bass is rich and thick yet controlled—elevated without turning the mix muddy—while a tasteful dip around 4–5 kHz keeps upper energy in check and contributes to an easy, coherent tonality. Versus Terra, Incognita trims some “sparkle/air,” yielding a slightly more bass-forward and less fatiguing listen that still carries incisive detail and a fun swing.
Comparisons underline the balance: “graph twins” like the Jazier 61T can look similar but don’t match the Incognita’s resolution and texture; Truthear Nova and Binary Dino Quattro bring more upper-air energy with quirks; EM10 reads more V-shaped; Dunu Glacier impresses but can come off a bit shouty. At a similar tier, Symphonium × Elysian Europa trades blows, while Acoustics Lab Apostle offers extra sparkle and mid focus—Incognita counters with fuller low-end weight and a slightly V-leaning balance. With excellent fit, strong isolation, and a tuning that stays engaging without fatigue, Incognita stands out as a fantastic all-rounder that warrants a serious demo for veteran listeners.
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Fir Audio E10 reviewed by Jaytiss
Lime Ears Incognita reviewed by Head-Fi.org
Fir Audio E10 reviewed by Head-Fi.org
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Lime Ears Incognita reviewed by Paul Wasabii
Youtube Video Summary
Seven-driver advanced hybrid (2DD + 5BA) tuned as a shallower V: bass and treble sit just under the mids so the presentation reads vocal- and mid-centric. Lime Ears’ BA work shows uncommon resolution + timbre together, yielding clean articulation without plasticky tone. Compared with its siblings, this is the genuine “middle brother”—more balanced than Terra, not as weighty or deep as Maris, and aimed squarely at listeners who prioritize vocals and coherence.
The dual-DD bass is tidy—no bloat or boom—showing texture and a proper level with a lightly pulled-back sub-bass; mid-bass retains enough weight to keep vocals natural. Treble strikes a neutral, well-judged balance; higher-volume listening can make the mids come forward a touch, while lower volumes feel spot on. Stage has notable width and space, with precise imaging; overall depth and immersion trail the Maris, but separation and clarity remain high.
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Lime Ears Incognita reviewed by Kois Archive
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Lime Ears Incognita Details
Driver Configuration: 5DD BA
Tuning Type: n/a
Brand: Lime Ears Top Lime Ears IEMs
Price (Msrp): $1,700
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Price (Msrp): $1,299
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Lime Ears Incognita Gaming Score
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6.7Gaming Grade
B+Fir Audio E10 Gaming Score
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0.9Gaming Grade
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Average Technical & Tuning Grades
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A+- Tuning feels refined, blending frequencies with convincing realism and engagement. Transitions between registers feel effortless.
Average Technical Grade
A+- A very capable technical display delivers articulate layers and poised imaging. It portrays reverbs and echoes with confidence.
Fir Audio E10 Scorings
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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
E-- Instrument separation collapses instantly, burying nuances and leaving everything in a gray blur. Layered arrangements collapse into a messy haze.
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