Hifiman RE400 VS Final Audio E500

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Hifiman RE400 and Final Audio E500 are in-ear monitors. Hifiman RE400 costs $0 while Final Audio E500 costs $25. Final Audio E500 is $25 more expensive. Final Audio E500 holds a clear 0.5-point edge in reviewer scores (5 vs 5.5).

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Metric Hifiman RE400 Final Audio E500
Bass 5 5.5
Mids 5 5.7
Treble 5 5.2
Details 5 5.3
Soundstage 5 6
Imaging 5 5.5
Dynamics 5 4
Tonality 6.5 5.6
Technicalities 4.5 4.5
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Hifiman RE400 Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Average Reviewer Score:

5

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Final Audio E500 Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Average Reviewer Score:

5.5

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Reviews Comparison

Hifiman RE400 reviewed by Crin

Crin 5 Reviewer Score
B+ Tuning
C Tech
The legend still holds up well today. Solid tonality with average technicalities.

Crin original ranking

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Final Audio E500 reviewed by Crin

Crin 5 Reviewer Score
B Tuning
C Tech
Very well-balanced though plagued by the usual E-series QC problems.

Crin original ranking

Crin Youtube Channel

Final Audio E500 (more reviews)

Final Audio E500 reviewed by Super* Review

Super* Review 8* * score rescaled + normalized

Final Audio E500 reviewed by Smirk Audio

Smirk Audio 6.8 Reviewer Score
A- Tuning
B+ Tech
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Smirk Audio original ranking

Smirk Audio Head-Fi Profile

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

Final Audio E500 reviewed by Audionotions

Audionotions 4.5 Reviewer Score
Well tuned. Techs are middling. But for the price they are solid. The fact that they include Final E eartips makes this a must buy. QC is a crap shoot.

Audionotions original ranking

Website (Audionotions)

Final Audio E500 reviewed by Jaytiss

Jaytiss 4.3 Reviewer Score
C- Tuning
D Tech
For users who like ear buds, it's a great little set.

Jaytiss original ranking

Jaytiss Youtube Channel
Mids: C+ Treble: D Dynamics: E+ Soundstage: B

Final Audio E500 reviewed by Precogvision

Precogvision 4.2 Reviewer Score
C Tuning
C- Tech
The most well-tuned Final Audio IEM with a balanced, fairly neutral sound.

Precogvision original ranking

Precogvision Youtube Channel
Bass: C- Mids: C+ Treble: C+ Dynamics: C- Details: C- Imaging: C-

Hifiman RE400 User Review Score

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Final Audio E500 User Review Score

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Hifiman RE400 Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

5.1

Gaming Grade

C+

Final Audio E500 Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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Gaming Score

4.8

Gaming Grade

C

Hifiman RE400 Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

B+
  • Tonality is generally agreeable, though a few bumps remind you of its limits. Certain tracks spotlight its tonal quirks.

Average Technical Grade

C
  • Even moderate complexity exposes the limited resolution and narrow sense of space. Technical fans will find it lacking.
Gaming C+
Fundamental left/right positioning with limited depth perception. Works for non-competitive gaming but lacks precision.

Final Audio E500 Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

B-
  • It sounds pleasant overall, with some uneven spots that hint at room for refinement. Vocals remain pleasant despite the imperfections.

Average Technical Grade

C
  • Even moderate complexity exposes the limited resolution and narrow sense of space. Technical fans will find it lacking.
Bass B-
Expect a balanced but ordinary low end that avoids both extremes. Slam remains moderate and controlled.
Mids B-
Midrange performance is decent, offering balanced presence without major flaws. It works well for casual background listening.
Treble C+
The top end is tidy and serviceable, adding air without overdoing it. Extension is decent for casual listening.
Dynamics C-
It maintains a steady dynamic profile that neither offends nor inspires. Swells arrive but lack drama.
Soundstage B
The presentation supplies a believable venue outline where each instrument owns its pocket of space. The stage opens up nicely for live cuts.
Details C+
The mix feels articulate, yet the tiniest ripples don't always sparkle. Background ambience is reasonably clear.
Imaging B-
Decent positional accuracy provides good left/right placement with an acceptable center image. Instruments stay anchored once placed.
Gaming C
Minimal environmental definition provides only general audio cues. Suitable for games where positioning isn't critical.

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