Kinera Norn and Softears Studio 4 use 1DD+4BA and 4BA driver setups respectively. Kinera Norn costs $510 while Softears Studio 4 costs $450. Kinera Norn is $60 more expensive. Softears Studio 4 holds a decisive 3.7-point edge in reviewer scores (3.7 vs 7.4). Softears Studio 4 has significantly better bass with a 2.5-point edge, Softears Studio 4 has significantly better mids with a 4.3-point edge, Softears Studio 4 has significantly better treble with a 4-point edge, Softears Studio 4 has significantly better dynamics with a 1-point edge, Softears Studio 4 has significantly better details with a 1-point edge and Softears Studio 4 has significantly better imaging with a 1-point edge.
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Metric | Kinera Norn | Softears Studio 4 |
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Bass | 4 | 6.5 |
Mids | 3 | 7.3 |
Treble | 3 | 7 |
Details | 4 | 5 |
Soundstage | 3.7 | 8 |
Imaging | 4 | 5 |
Dynamics | 4 | 5 |
Tonality | 3.7 | 7.5 |
Technicalities | 4.3 | 7.1 |
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Kinera Norn Details
Driver Configuration: 1DD+4BA
Tuning Type: V-Shaped
Brand: Kinera Top Kinera IEMs
Price (Msrp): $510
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Softears Studio 4 Details
Driver Configuration: 4BA
Tuning Type: Neutral
Brand: Softears Top Softears IEMs
Price (Msrp): $450
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Kinera Norn Gaming Score

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- The gaming score is prioritizing technical capabilities of the IEM (Separation, Layering, Soundstage) and good value.
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3.6Gaming Grade
D+Softears Studio 4 Gaming Score

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A-Kinera Norn Scorings
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Average Tunign Grade
D+- Significantly flawed tuning. Noticeable frequency imbalances and unnatural timbre distract from music. Lacks versatility across recordings.
Average Technical Grade
C-- Limited resolution; finer nuances are masked. Soundstage feels narrow, and complex passages cause muddiness. Transitions lack finesse.
Softears Studio 4 Scorings
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A- Well-executed tonal character. No major flaws with good technical control. Smooth presentation works with multiple genres.
Average Technical Grade
A-- Competent technical presentation. Handles separation and detail well in most tracks, with modest soundstage and acceptable imaging capabilities.
Kinera Norn Reviews
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