Massdrop x NuForce EDC3 and Padsmith IEM use 3BA and 1DD+1Planar driver setups respectively. Massdrop x NuForce EDC3 costs $100 while Padsmith IEM costs $120. Padsmith IEM is $20 more expensive. Padsmith IEM holds a decisive 2.5-point edge in reviewer scores (4.5 vs 7).
Insights
| Metric | Massdrop x NuForce EDC3 | Padsmith IEM |
|---|---|---|
| Mids | 4.5 | 5 |
| Treble | 4.5 | 4 |
| Soundstage | 4.5 | 7 |
| Dynamics | 4.5 | 6 |
| Tonality | 4.5 | 6.7 |
| Technicalities | 4.5 | 6 |
Massdrop x NuForce EDC3 Aggregated Review Score
Average Reviewer Scores
Average Reviewer Score:
4.5Generally Unfavorable
Padsmith IEM Aggregated Review Score
Average Reviewer Scores
Average Reviewer Score:
7Generally Favorable
Reviews Comparison
Massdrop x NuForce EDC3 (more reviews)
Massdrop x NuForce EDC3 reviewed by Crin
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Padsmith IEM reviewed by Kois Archive
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Padsmith IEM reviewed by Z-Reviews
Padsmith IEM reviewed by Jaytiss
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Massdrop x NuForce EDC3 Details
Driver Configuration: 3BA
Tuning Type: Neutral
Price (Msrp): $100
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Padsmith IEM Details
Driver Configuration: 1DD+1Planar
Tuning Type: Neutral, Warm
Price (Msrp): $120
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Massdrop x NuForce EDC3 Gaming Score
Gaming Score & Grade
- The gaming score is prioritizing technical capabilities of the IEM (Separation, Layering, Soundstage) and good value.
Gaming Score
4.5Gaming Grade
CPadsmith IEM Gaming Score
Gaming Score & Grade
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5.7Gaming Grade
B-Massdrop x NuForce EDC3 Scorings
Average Technical & Tuning Grades
Average Tunign Grade
C- Expect a patchy tonal profile that makes instrumentation feel mismatched. EQ is almost mandatory to tame the response.
Average Technical Grade
C- Details smear quickly, leaving the presentation cramped and low on definition. You'll notice smearing on even moderately layered songs.
Padsmith IEM Scorings
Average Technical & Tuning Grades
Average Tunign Grade
B+- The tuning leans easygoing, yet occasional unevenness nudges it away from greatness. A bit of EQ polish can smooth things nicely.
Average Technical Grade
B- An honest, middle-of-the-road performance preserves structure without chasing micro-detail. It's respectable for everyday listening sessions.
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