Forte Ears Macbeth VS FATFreq Grand Maestro
IEM Comparison: Expert & Community Scores Side-by-Side
Forte Ears Macbeth and FATFreq Grand Maestro use 5BA+4EST+2BC and 1DD+8BA+4EST driver setups respectively. Forte Ears Macbeth costs $4,000 while FATFreq Grand Maestro costs $3,334. Forte Ears Macbeth is $666 more expensive. Forte Ears Macbeth holds a slight 0.1-point edge in reviewer scores (8.5 vs 8.4). Forte Ears Macbeth has better bass with a 0.5-point edge, Forte Ears Macbeth has significantly better mids with a 1.2-point edge, Forte Ears Macbeth has significantly better treble with a 1-point edge, FATFreq Grand Maestro has better dynamics with a 0.5-point edge, Forte Ears Macbeth has significantly better details with a 2-point edge and Forte Ears Macbeth has significantly better imaging with a 1.5-point edge.
Insights
| Metric | Forte Ears Macbeth | FATFreq Grand Maestro |
|---|---|---|
| Bass | 8.3 | 7.8 |
| Mids | 8 | 6.8 |
| Treble | 8.5 | 7.5 |
| Details | 8.8 | 6.8 |
| Soundstage | 9 | 9 |
| Imaging | 8.8 | 7.3 |
| Dynamics | 8 | 8.5 |
| Gaming capabilities | 7 | 6.6 |
Forte Ears Macbeth Aggregated Review Score
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FATFreq Grand Maestro Aggregated Review Score
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Forte Ears Macbeth Details
Driver Configuration: 5BA+4EST+2BC
Tuning Type: U-Shaped
Price (Msrp): $4,000
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FATFreq Grand Maestro Details
Driver Configuration: 1DD+8BA+4EST
Tuning Type: Configurable - Bass-focused to balanced
Price (Msrp): $3,334
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Forte Ears Macbeth User Review Score
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Forte Ears Macbeth Gaming Score
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Gaming Score
7Gaming Grade
A-FATFreq Grand Maestro Gaming Score
Gaming Score & Grade
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Gaming Score
6.6Gaming Grade
B+Forte Ears Macbeth 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
S-- Excellent clarity and detail. Precise imaging and expansive soundstage. Manages complex passages with minimal smearing and good transient speed.
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.
Forte Ears Macbeth Reviews
Forte Ears Macbeth reviewed by: Smirk Audio
8.3
Reviewer Score
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Forte Ears Macbeth reviewed by: Shuwa-T
8.7
Reviewer Score
Feels like a remastered VX in terms of clarity and staging The tonality is too off for regular listening, timbre is also off in general
FATFreq Grand Maestro Reviews
FATFreq Grand Maestro reviewed by: Smirk Audio
7.7
Reviewer Score
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FATFreq Grand Maestro reviewed by: Jays Audio
9.5
Reviewer Score
The best basshead set. That is all. EXPENSIVE. If you just want bass HBB Punch way better value. Jays Audio Youtube Channel
FATFreq Grand Maestro reviewed by: Jaytiss
9.3
Reviewer Score
Is one of those sets that can do it all. Very impressive. Jaytiss Youtube Channel
FATFreq Grand Maestro reviewed by: Nymz
6.5
Reviewer Score
See Maestro SE but with worse bass.
FATFreq Grand Maestro reviewed by: IEMRanking AI
9
Reviewer Score
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.
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