EPZ P50 VS Kiwi Ears Aether

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EPZ P50 and Kiwi Ears Aether are in-ear monitors. EPZ P50 costs $189 while Kiwi Ears Aether costs $170. EPZ P50 is $19 more expensive. EPZ P50 holds a slight 0.2-point edge in reviewer scores (7 vs 6.8). EPZ P50 carries a user score of 9.5. EPZ P50 has significantly better mids with a 2-point edge, Kiwi Ears Aether has better treble with a 0.5-point edge, Kiwi Ears Aether has significantly better dynamics with a 1-point edge and Kiwi Ears Aether has better soundstage with a 0.5-point edge.

Insights

Metric EPZ P50 Kiwi Ears Aether
Bass 8 6.8
Mids 8 6
Treble 7.5 8
Soundstage 7 7.5
Dynamics 5 6
Tonality 6.8 7
Technicalities 7.1 7.5

EPZ P50 Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Gizaudio Axel
Tim Tuned Jaytiss Jays Audio
Super* Review

Average Reviewer Score:

7

Generally Favorable


Kiwi Ears Aether Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Z-Reviews Gizaudio Axel Fresh Reviews Super* Review
Jaytiss Jays Audio

Average Reviewer Score:

6.8

Cautiously Favorable


EPZ P50 User Review Score

Average User Scores

Average User Score:

Based on 1 user reviews

9.5

Exceptional

Kiwi Ears Aether User Review Score

Average User Scores

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EPZ P50 Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

7

Gaming Grade

A-

Kiwi Ears Aether Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

7.5

Gaming Grade

A

EPZ P50 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

A-
  • Competent technical presentation. Handles separation and detail well in most tracks, with modest soundstage and acceptable imaging capabilities.
Bass A+
Excellent bass response - powerful yet controlled. Deep extension with authoritative slam while maintaining clarity.
Mids A+
Superb midrange that's rich and resolving. Exceptional transparency and micro-details with perfect vocal/instrument balance.
Treble A
Excellent treble: airy, extended and well-controlled. Great micro-detail retrieval without sibilance or harshness.
Dynamics C+
Decent dynamic performance. Good macro-contrast but micro-dynamics could be more nuanced. Satisfactory impact.
Soundstage A-
Excellent spatial presentation - wide, deep and tall. Precise instrument placement with clear separation in all dimensions.
Gaming A-
Good fundamental spatial awareness for most gaming scenarios. Handles basic positioning well but may lack nuance in complex situations.

Kiwi Ears Aether Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

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

Average Technical Grade

A
  • Good technical performance. Clear separation and decent detail retrieval across various tracks. Soundstage shows reasonable width and depth.
Mids B
Good midrange presence with solid clarity. Vocals are clear and instruments have reasonable texture and body.
Treble A+
Superb treble: effortless extension with crystal clarity. Perfect balance of sparkle and smoothness with exceptional detail.
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 A
Clear spatial presentation handles directional cues effectively. Distinguishes key gameplay sounds while maintaining decent immersion.

EPZ P50 Reviews

Super* Review 8* * score normalized
Bass can be a little bit on the distracting side if you are looking for a neutral sound signature. Contrasty meta-tuning.

Super* Review original ranking

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Tim Tuned 7.5 Reviewer Score
A Tuning
A+ Tech
Beautifully done tuning all around Nitpick: Bass dynamic could be better

Tim Tuned original ranking

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Bass: A+ Mids: S Treble: A+
Jaytiss 7.5 Reviewer Score
B+ Tuning
A- Tech
For me this has some oddities. It would be higher if those weren't there.

Jaytiss original ranking

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Mids: A- Treble: A- Dynamics: C+ Soundstage: A-
Jays Audio 7 Reviewer Score
A+ Tuning
A Tech
Clean balanced tuning done right. A better tuned MEGA5EST & MOONDROP Meteor with fuller low-end, and more treble extension, same tech, but more dynamic - also half the price. A Mega5EST with better vocals and dynamics but less smooth and airy. Low-end will be weak to some people and on certain tracks. Not the most unique sound since it's clean/neutral/balanced.

Jays Audio original ranking

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Gizaudio Axel 5 Reviewer Score
C+ Tuning
B Tech
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Kiwi Ears Aether Reviews

Jaytiss 7.9 Reviewer Score
B+ Tuning
A+ Tech
Not for bassheads, but one of the best planars I've ever heard.

Jaytiss original ranking

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Mids: B Treble: A+ Dynamics: B Soundstage: A
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Jays Audio 7 Reviewer Score
A Tuning
A Tech
Clean, balanced, with slight air boost in the treble. Bass sounds like a DD with great texture. Cheaper better tuned P5+2. Not as smooth as Timeless 2 with more dynamic contrast with a slight sizzle from the treble boost. Good value for a planar.

Jays Audio original ranking

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Z-Reviews 6.8 * score normalized

Gizaudio Axel

2025-07-25
Gizaudio Axel 6.5 Reviewer Score
B+ Tuning
A- Tech
One of the best planar IEMs out there. The treble is smoother and easier on the ears than most planars. Balanced sound with clean bass, smooth mids, and detailed treble. Great clarity, wide soundstage, and natural timbre for a planar. Bass might be a bit light, and treble can be a little forward for some.

Gizaudio Axel original ranking

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Fresh Reviews 6.5* * The score of this reviewer influences only the Gaming Score
Super* Review 6* * score normalized
A little bit spicy in the treble (like the other planars). Relaxed upper mid-range. Warmer tuning than S12. It's a decent IEM

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EPZ P50 User Reviews

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9.5

Killabuck.

Pros
No roughness, Natural timbre, Balanced signature, good note density, Very good consistency, comfortable to use, Good cable, Technically amazing, good accessories, good tips, good transparency, good brightness, tactile bass, not much warmth, nice voices.
Cons
None.

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