FIR Audio RN6 VS FATFreq Grand Maestro

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FIR Audio RN6 and FATFreq Grand Maestro use 1EST+1DD BA and 1DD+8BA+4EST driver setups respectively. FIR Audio RN6 costs $3,300 while FATFreq Grand Maestro costs $3,334. FATFreq Grand Maestro is $34 more expensive. FATFreq Grand Maestro holds a decisive 2.2-point edge in reviewer scores (6.2 vs 8.4). FATFreq Grand Maestro has better bass with a 0.8-point edge, FATFreq Grand Maestro has significantly better mids with a 1.2-point edge, FATFreq Grand Maestro has significantly better treble with a 1.8-point edge, FATFreq Grand Maestro has better details with a 0.8-point edge and FATFreq Grand Maestro has significantly better imaging with a 1.3-point edge.

Insights

Metric FIR Audio RN6 FATFreq Grand Maestro
Bass 7 7.8
Mids 6 7.2
Treble 6 7.8
Details 6 6.8
Soundstage 10 10
Imaging 6 7.3
Dynamics 9 9
Gaming capabilities 4.6 6.8

FIR Audio RN6 Aggregated Review Score

FIR Audio RN6 Average Reviewer Scores

Nymz

Average Reviewer Score:

6.2

Mixed to Positive


FATFreq Grand Maestro Aggregated Review Score

FATFreq Grand Maestro Average Reviewer Scores

Nymz
Smirk Audio
Jays Audio Jaytiss IEMRanking AI

Average Reviewer Score:

8.4

Very Positive


FIR Audio RN6 User Review Score

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FIR Audio RN6 Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

4.6

Gaming Grade

C

FATFreq Grand Maestro Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

6.8

Gaming Grade

B+

FIR Audio RN6 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.
Bass A-
Strong, well-defined bass with good texture. Delivers satisfying punch and rumble without overwhelming other frequencies.
Mids B
Good midrange presence with solid clarity. Vocals are clear and instruments have reasonable texture and body.
Treble B
Good treble response - clear and detailed without fatigue. Well-extended with proper air and sparkle.
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 C
Minimal environmental definition provides only general audio cues. Suitable for games where positioning isn't critical. Bad value-to-cost for gaming purpose - not recommended

FATFreq Grand Maestro 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 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 S
Reference-class dynamics: perfect micro/macro contrast with lightning transients. Utterly realistic reproduction of musical energy.
Soundstage S+
Reference-class soundstage: perfectly spherical presentation with infinite space. Utterly realistic instrument placement and venue reproduction.
Details B+
Good resolution with clear articulation of nuances. Reveals recording nuances and maintains clarity in complex passages.
Imaging A-
Excellent imaging: precise and stable placement. Instruments occupy specific points in space with tangible positions.
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 RN6 Reviews

FIR Audio RN6 reviewed by:

Nymz 6.2 Reviewer Score
B Tuning
B Tech
Good bass texture with nothing else remarkable... until I saw its price.

Nymz original ranking

Nymz Website

- Nymz
Bass: A- Mids: B Treble: B Details: B Imaging: B

FATFreq Grand Maestro Reviews

FATFreq Grand Maestro reviewed by:

Smirk Audio 7.7 Reviewer Score
A Tuning
A Tech
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Smirk Audio original ranking

Smirk Audio Head-Fi Profile

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

FATFreq Grand Maestro reviewed by:

Jays Audio 9.5 Reviewer Score
S Tuning
S Tech
The best basshead set. That is all. EXPENSIVE. If you just want bass HBB Punch way better value.

Jays Audio original ranking

Jays Audio Youtube Channel
- Jays Audio

FATFreq Grand Maestro reviewed by:

Jaytiss 9.3 Reviewer Score
S Tuning
S Tech
Is one of those sets that can do it all. Very impressive.

Jaytiss original ranking

Jaytiss Youtube Channel
- Jaytiss
Mids: A+ Treble: S Dynamics: S+ Soundstage: S+

FATFreq Grand Maestro reviewed by:

Nymz 6.5 Reviewer Score
B+ Tuning
B Tech
See Maestro SE but with worse bass.

Nymz original ranking

Nymz Website

- Nymz
Bass: A- Mids: B Treble: A- Details: B Imaging: A-

FATFreq Grand Maestro reviewed by:

IEMRanking AI 9 Reviewer Score
S Tuning
S Tech

The FATFreq Grand Maestro offers a highly adaptable sound signature through its NOAH modules and vocal switches, enabling four distinct tuning profiles. The black NOAH module emphasizes sub-bass "slam," while the blue variant provides tighter "rumble" control; combined with the vocal switch, these allow shifts from a bass-forward signature to a more mid-centric presentation. Bass is deep and authoritative but avoids midrange bleed, while the treble—handled by electrostatic drivers—delivers clarity without sibilance or fatigue.

Technically, it excels in imaging precision and creates an immersive, three-dimensional soundstage that positions instruments with remarkable specificity. However, its large shell size may challenge those with smaller ears, and it demands power-hungry sources—often requiring high-gain amplification to reach full potential. The deluxe package includes both NOAH modules and an upgraded cable, enhancing its tuning flexibility.

- IEMRanking AI

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