ARTTI R2 and KZ Vader Balanced are in-ear monitors. ARTTI R2 costs $35 while KZ Vader Balanced costs $31. ARTTI R2 is $4 more expensive. KZ Vader Balanced holds a clear 0.8-point edge in reviewer scores (6 vs 6.8).
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Metric | ARTTI R2 | KZ Vader Balanced |
---|---|---|
Tonality | 7 | 7.7 |
Technicalities | 5.5 | 8 |
ARTTI R2 Aggregated Review Score
Average Reviewer Scores
Average Reviewer Score:
6Mixed to Positive
KZ Vader Balanced Aggregated Review Score
Average Reviewer Scores
Average Reviewer Score:
6.8Cautiously Favorable
Reviews Comparison
ARTTI R2 (more reviews)
ARTTI R2 reviewed by Jays Audio
Jays Audio Youtube Channel
ARTTI R2 reviewed by Head-Fi.org
KZ Vader Balanced (more reviews)
KZ Vader Balanced reviewed by Kois Archive
Kois Archive Youtube Channel
ARTTI R2 Details
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Tuning Type: n/a
Price (Msrp): $35
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KZ Vader Balanced Details
Driver Configuration: 3DD
Tuning Type: n/a
Brand: KZ Top KZ IEMs
Price (Msrp): $31
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ARTTI R2 Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade
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Gaming Score
6Gaming Grade
BKZ Vader Balanced Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade
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Gaming Score
7.9Gaming Grade
AARTTI R2 Scorings
Average Technical & Tuning Grades
Average Tunign Grade
A-- Expect an inviting tonal blend that adapts well to genres while staying largely composed. It strikes a nice blend of warmth and clarity.
Average Technical Grade
B-- An honest, middle-of-the-road performance preserves structure without chasing micro-detail. It's respectable for everyday listening sessions.
KZ Vader Balanced Scorings
Average Technical & Tuning Grades
Average Tunign Grade
A- You get a polished tonal profile that stays natural from bass through treble. Subtle tuning choices keep things engaging.
Average Technical Grade
A+- The tuning feels expertly organized, marrying agile dynamics with well-defined spatial cues. Technical listeners will appreciate the poise.
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