Kiwi Ears CANTA VS Ikko Opal OH2

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Kiwi Ears CANTA and Ikko Opal OH2 are in-ear monitors. Kiwi Ears CANTA costs $89 while Ikko Opal OH2 costs $80. Kiwi Ears CANTA is $9 more expensive. Kiwi Ears CANTA holds a decisive 1.3-point edge in reviewer scores (6.5 vs 5.2). Ikko Opal OH2 has significantly better mids with a 1-point edge, Kiwi Ears CANTA has significantly better treble with a 3-point edge and Kiwi Ears CANTA has significantly better dynamics with a 1-point edge.

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Metric Kiwi Ears CANTA Ikko Opal OH2
Bass 6.5 5
Mids 4 5
Treble 7 4
Details 6.5 5
Soundstage 6 5.2
Imaging 6.5 5
Dynamics 5 4
Tonality 6 4.7
Technicalities 7.3 4.7
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Kiwi Ears CANTA Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Jays Audio Jaytiss
Z-Reviews

Average Reviewer Score:

6.5

Cautiously Favorable

Ikko Opal OH2 Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Precogvision
Super* Review

Average Reviewer Score:

5.2

Mixed to Negative

Reviews Comparison

Kiwi Ears CANTA (more reviews)

Kiwi Ears CANTA reviewed by Z-Reviews

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Kiwi Ears CANTA reviewed by Jays Audio

Jays Audio 6 Reviewer Score
A- Tuning
A Tech
Bright set with lots of treble detail. Airy, splashy, and shimmery with great extension. Isn't sharp or metallic in the timbre, but not 100% "natural" either, comes down to preference. Mid-volume set, good with slower genres, not rec for high energy tracks, can get much at higher volumes. Favors female vocals, male could be a bit light and could use more power, but vocals aren't thin or shrill sounding like the Oracle MK2s. Not gonna float everyone's boat, but it's a unique listen (not the same planar tuning yay) and worth having as a collectors piece.

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Kiwi Ears CANTA reviewed by Jaytiss

Jaytiss 6 Reviewer Score
C+ Tuning
A- Tech
bright but a fun iem for treble heads

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

Ikko Opal OH2 (more reviews)

Ikko Opal OH2 reviewed by Super* Review

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Ikko Opal OH2 reviewed by Precogvision

Precogvision 4.4 Reviewer Score
C Tuning
C Tech
A more balanced interpretation of Ikko's usual sound.

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

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Kiwi Ears CANTA Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

6.9

Gaming Grade

B+

Ikko Opal OH2 Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

4.7

Gaming Grade

C

Kiwi Ears CANTA 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

A-
  • A competent technical showing keeps separation intact while delivering modest staging. It feels tidy even when recordings stack layers.
Mids C-
Expect adequate midrange presence with a touch of grit and unevenness. Textures smear when the mix gets busy.
Treble A-
Treble performance is excellent—airy, extended, and beautifully controlled. It reveals subtle studio ambiance.
Dynamics C+
You get reliable macrodynamics, with micro shifts that remain only adequate. A reliable performer for most tracks.
Soundstage B
A satisfying balance of width and depth yields a stage that feels organized and engaging. Imaging lines up with the intended mix.
Gaming B+
Respectable environmental presentation favors atmosphere over precision. Detects obvious directional cues while conveying game world ambiance.

Ikko Opal OH2 Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

C
  • The tuning lacks refinement, jumping between dull and shouty without settling. Vocals frequently sound off-kilter.

Average Technical Grade

C
  • Resolution is limited, masking finer nuances and narrowing the soundstage. Busy mixes still overwhelm it with ease.
Bass C+
Low-end delivery feels competent yet unremarkable, keeping a safe profile. Low-end bloom is kept in check.
Mids C+
The mids are solid and dependable, though not especially remarkable. Vocals stay reasonably grounded in the mix.
Treble C-
Treble is adequate overall, though its texture can feel coarse. Longer sessions may expose grain.
Dynamics C-
Dynamics are average—competent yet lacking real excitement. It keeps music listenable but uninspiring.
Details C+
Plenty of nuance surfaces, just not the last layer of shimmer. It balances clarity with an easygoing tone.
Imaging C+
The stage feels orderly, guiding your ear across positions without confusion. Depth layering is hinted and believable.
Gaming C
Minimal environmental definition provides only general audio cues. Suitable for games where positioning isn't critical.

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