Padsmith IEM VS Kefine Klanar

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Padsmith IEM and Kefine Klanar are in-ear monitors. Padsmith IEM costs $120 while Kefine Klanar costs $120. Padsmith IEM holds a slight 0.3-point edge in reviewer scores (6.6 vs 6.3). Kefine Klanar has better mids with a 0.5-point edge, Kefine Klanar has significantly better treble with a 2-point edge, Padsmith IEM has significantly better dynamics with a 2-point edge and Padsmith IEM has significantly better soundstage with a 1-point edge.

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Metric Padsmith IEM Kefine Klanar
Bass 6.6 8
Mids 5 5.5
Treble 4 6
Soundstage 7 6
Dynamics 6 4
Tonality 5.3 6
Technicalities 4 6.8

Padsmith IEM Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Fresh Reviews
Z-Reviews Jaytiss

Average Reviewer Score:

6.6

Cautiously Favorable


Kefine Klanar Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Jaytiss
Jays Audio Tim Tuned
Z-Reviews

Average Reviewer Score:

6.3

Mixed to Positive


Padsmith IEM User Review Score

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Padsmith IEM Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

3.9

Gaming Grade

D+

Kefine Klanar Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

6.6

Gaming Grade

B+

Padsmith IEM Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

C+
  • Generally enjoyable tonal character with some noticeable unevenness. Maintains listenability while showing room for refinement in frequency balance.

Average Technical Grade

C-
  • Limited resolution; finer nuances are masked. Soundstage feels narrow, and complex passages cause muddiness. Transitions lack finesse.
Mids C+
Decent midrange performance - balanced but unremarkable. Adequate clarity for most genres without notable flaws.
Treble C-
Average treble performance - present but lacking refinement. Some graininess or splashiness affects clarity.
Dynamics B
Good dynamic expression with solid impact. Handles volume contrasts well while maintaining good transient snap.
Soundstage A-
Excellent spatial presentation - wide, deep and tall. Precise instrument placement with clear separation in all dimensions.
Gaming D+
Compromised imaging significantly impacts gameplay awareness. Directional cues often lack accuracy or consistency.

Kefine Klanar 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+
Excellent bass response - powerful yet controlled. Deep extension with authoritative slam while maintaining clarity.
Mids B-
Decent midrange performance - balanced but unremarkable. Adequate clarity for most genres without notable flaws.
Treble B
Good treble response - clear and detailed without fatigue. Well-extended with proper air and sparkle.
Dynamics C-
Average dynamics - passable but unexciting. Transients are rounded and micro-dynamics lack refinement.
Soundstage B
Good soundstage with proper width and depth. Instruments have clear positioning with reasonable front/back placement.
Gaming B+
Respectable environmental presentation favors atmosphere over precision. Detects obvious directional cues while conveying game world ambiance.

Padsmith IEM Reviews

Reviewed by: Z-Reviews

Z-Reviews 6.8 * score normalized

Reviewed by: Jaytiss

Jaytiss 6.3 Reviewer Score
C+ Tuning
C- Tech
Packaged like theiaudio iem... lol this hobby.

Jaytiss original ranking

Jaytiss Youtube Channel
Mids: C+ Treble: C- Dynamics: B Soundstage: A-

Reviewed by: Fresh Reviews

Fresh Reviews 5* * The score of this reviewer influences only the Gaming Score

Kefine Klanar Reviews

Reviewed by: Z-Reviews

Z-Reviews 8 * score normalized
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Reviewed by: Jays Audio

Jays Audio 6 Reviewer Score
A- Tuning
A Tech
A cheaper S12. Almost identical sound and tuning. Good value. Look for aliexpress deals.

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Reviewed by: Tim Tuned

Tim Tuned 6 Reviewer Score
B Tuning
A+ Tech
Cheaper S12 Pro/ Z12

Tim Tuned original ranking

Tim Tuned Youtube Channel
Bass: A+ Mids: A- Treble: A-

Reviewed by: Jaytiss

Jaytiss 5 Reviewer Score
C+ Tuning
C+ Tech
At $120, I'd still go with the NicHCK F1 pro.

Jaytiss original ranking

Jaytiss Youtube Channel
Mids: C- Treble: C+ Dynamics: C- Soundstage: B

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