Canpur CP622B VS FiR Audio Krypton 5

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Canpur CP622B and FiR Audio Krypton 5 use 6BA+2EST+2BC and 1DD+4BA driver setups respectively. Canpur CP622B costs $3,500 while FiR Audio Krypton 5 costs $3,000. Canpur CP622B is $500 more expensive. Canpur CP622B holds a decisive 1.3-point edge in reviewer scores (8.7 vs 7.4). Canpur CP622B has significantly better bass with a 1.3-point edge, Canpur CP622B has significantly better mids with a 1-point edge, Canpur CP622B has better treble with a 0.5-point edge, Canpur CP622B has significantly better details with a 2-point edge and Canpur CP622B has significantly better imaging with a 1.8-point edge.

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Metric Canpur CP622B FiR Audio Krypton 5
Bass 8.8 7.5
Mids 8.5 7.5
Treble 8 7.5
Details 9 7
Soundstage 8.3 7.4
Imaging 8.8 7
Dynamics 8 8
Tonality 8.3 7.5
Technicalities 8.2 7.3

Canpur CP622B Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Jaytiss Smirk Audio
Shuwa-T

Average Reviewer Score:

8.7

Excellent


FiR Audio Krypton 5 Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Smirk Audio

Average Reviewer Score:

7.4

Generally Favorable


Canpur CP622B User Review Score

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Canpur CP622B Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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Gaming Score

6.7

Gaming Grade

B+

FiR Audio Krypton 5 Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

5.9

Gaming Grade

B-

Canpur CP622B Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

A+
  • Refined execution with coherent frequency integration. Natural timbre reproduction and engaging presentation. Strong versatility.

Average Technical Grade

A+
  • Very competent with articulate presentation. Well-defined layers and precise imaging. Soundstage is immersive and handles dynamics well.
Bass S-
Excellent bass response - powerful yet controlled. Deep extension with authoritative slam while maintaining clarity.
Mids S-
Superb midrange that's rich and resolving. Exceptional transparency and micro-details with perfect vocal/instrument balance.
Treble A+
Superb treble: effortless extension with crystal clarity. Perfect balance of sparkle and smoothness with exceptional detail.
Dynamics A+
Superb dynamic range - powerful yet nuanced. Exceptional transient response with lifelike impact and subtle volume gradations.
Soundstage A+
Exceptional soundstage with holographic imaging. Creates a truly three-dimensional space where instruments float naturally around you.
Details S
Reference-class detail: microscopic resolution with perfect texture reproduction. Nothing is lost, revealing the absolute truth of the recording.
Imaging S-
Exceptional imaging with holographic precision. Creates a palpable sense of physical placement with perfect positional stability.
Gaming B+
Respectable environmental presentation favors atmosphere over precision. Detects obvious directional cues while conveying game world ambiance. Bad value-to-cost for gaming purpose - not recommended

FiR Audio Krypton 5 Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

A
  • Well-executed tonal character. No major flaws with good technical control. Smooth presentation works with multiple genres.

Average Technical Grade

A-
  • Competent technical presentation. Handles separation and detail well in most tracks, with modest soundstage and acceptable imaging capabilities.
Bass A
Strong, well-defined bass with good texture. Delivers satisfying punch and rumble without overwhelming other frequencies.
Mids A
Excellent midrange with natural timbre and great detail retrieval. Vocals are forward and emotive with lifelike instrument reproduction.
Treble A
Excellent treble: airy, extended and well-controlled. Great micro-detail retrieval without sibilance or harshness.
Dynamics A+
Superb dynamic range - powerful yet nuanced. Exceptional transient response with lifelike impact and subtle volume gradations.
Details A-
Excellent detail retrieval: highly resolving without being clinical. Effortlessly reveals micro-details and textural subtleties.
Imaging A-
Excellent imaging: precise and stable placement. Instruments occupy specific points in space with tangible positions.
Gaming B-
Moderate spatial presentation conveys general directionality. Suitable for casual play where precision isn't critical. Bad value-to-cost for gaming purpose - not recommended

Canpur CP622B Reviews

Reviewed by: Shuwa-T

Shuwa-T 9.2 Reviewer Score
S Tuning
S Tech
Similar to the Storm, but with greater focus to bass dynamics at the cost of less clarity Price

Shuwa-T original ranking

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Bass: S Mids: S Treble: S Soundstage: S Details: S Imaging: S

Reviewed by: Jaytiss

Jaytiss 8.4 Reviewer Score
A- Tuning
A- Tech
A good set, but lacks magic for me to justify keeping.

Jaytiss original ranking

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Mids: A- Treble: A- Dynamics: A+ Soundstage: A

Reviewed by: Smirk Audio

Smirk Audio 8.4 Reviewer Score
A+ Tuning
S- Tech
Highly technical with great tuning and vocals. Punchy mid-bass with great sub-bass extension. Can sound somewhat unexciting and dry on some sources. Cons: Poor quality stock cable.

Smirk Audio original ranking

Smirk Audio Head-Fi Profile

Bass: A+ Mids: S Treble: A+ Dynamics: A+ Details: S Imaging: S-

FiR Audio Krypton 5 Reviews

Reviewed by: Smirk Audio

Smirk Audio 7.4 Reviewer Score
A Tuning
A- Tech
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Smirk Audio Head-Fi Profile

Bass: A Mids: A Treble: A Dynamics: A+ Details: A- Imaging: A-

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