Moondrop Kato VS Dunu SA6 mkII

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Moondrop Kato and Dunu SA6 mkII use 1DD and 6BA driver setups respectively. Moondrop Kato costs $190 while Dunu SA6 mkII costs $580. Dunu SA6 mkII is $390 more expensive. Dunu SA6 mkII holds a clear 0.7-point edge in reviewer scores (6.3 vs 7). Dunu SA6 mkII has significantly better bass with a 1.2-point edge, Dunu SA6 mkII has better mids with a 0.6-point edge, Dunu SA6 mkII has significantly better treble with a 1.1-point edge, Dunu SA6 mkII has significantly better dynamics with a 1.8-point edge, Dunu SA6 mkII has better soundstage with a 0.5-point edge, Dunu SA6 mkII has slightly better details with a 0.3-point edge and Dunu SA6 mkII has slightly better imaging with a 0.3-point edge.

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Metric Moondrop Kato Dunu SA6 mkII
Bass 5.5 6.7
Mids 6.4 7
Treble 5.9 7
Details 5.7 6
Soundstage 6.5 7
Imaging 5.7 6
Dynamics 4.3 6
Tonality 6.1 7
Technicalities 6 7.1

Moondrop Kato Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Nymz
Precogvision Audionotions Jays Audio Tim Tuned
Gizaudio Axel Crin Jaytiss Shuwa-T
Head-Fi.org
Super* Review

Average Reviewer Score:

6.3

Mixed to Positive

Dunu SA6 mkII Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Fresh Reviews
Nymz Precogvision Super* Review
Jays Audio Jaytiss Audionotions Tim Tuned
Gizaudio Axel

Average Reviewer Score:

7

Cautiously Favorable

Reviews Comparison

Moondrop Kato reviewed by Super* Review

Super* Review 8.5* * score rescaled + normalized
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Dunu SA6 mkII reviewed by Super* Review

Super* Review 6* * score rescaled + normalized
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Moondrop Kato reviewed by Gizaudio Axel

Gizaudio Axel 6.5 Reviewer Score
B+ Tuning
B+ Tech
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Dunu SA6 mkII reviewed by Gizaudio Axel

Gizaudio Axel 8 Reviewer Score
A+ Tuning
A+ Tech
Similar to the SA6 Ultra but with more bass, airier treble, and improved soundstage and fit. QDC Anole VX tuning, excellent resolution, and great bass with a practical bass switch. Unvented design.

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Moondrop Kato reviewed by Jaytiss

Jaytiss 6.3 Reviewer Score
C+ Tuning
C+ Tech
For $200, I'd probably recomend other iems. But it's solid.

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Mids: B Treble: C+ Dynamics: C- Soundstage: A-

Dunu SA6 mkII reviewed by Jaytiss

Jaytiss 7.3 Reviewer Score
B Tuning
B Tech
Technical, nice but upper mids not for me.

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Mids: B Treble: B Dynamics: B Soundstage: A-

Moondrop Kato reviewed by Precogvision

Precogvision 5.8 Reviewer Score
B Tuning
C+ Tech
A slight improvement over the KXXS all-round in the technical department.

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Bass: C+ Mids: A- Treble: B Dynamics: C Details: B- Imaging: B
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Dunu SA6 mkII reviewed by Precogvision

Precogvision 6.3 Reviewer Score
B+ Tuning
B- Tech
A warmer rendition of the original SA6, best considered a side-grade than a true upgrade.

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Bass: B Mids: A- Treble: A- Dynamics: B Details: B Imaging: C+

Moondrop Kato reviewed by Audionotions

Audionotions 5.5 Reviewer Score
Decent bass, decent mids, vocals presented nicely (tastefully forward), treble is non-fatiguing but a little darker but maybe a bit weird. Sounds a little blunted to my ears. Fit may be an issue for some, but tip-rolling can fix that. Build quality is excellent. The replaceable nozzles are a gimmick - they don't sound any different. Matte one is beautiful - it's a literal work of art - but be wary of the sharp edges if you have large conchas. Better than Aria, but not by much. Previously Owned

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Dunu SA6 mkII reviewed by Audionotions

Audionotions 7 Reviewer Score
Like the Ultra, but slightly improved in all technicalities categories except for timbre where the Ultra takes the win because upper-mids/lower-treble are too dialed down for my tastes on the MK2. If you don't have Ultra and want one, the MK2 is the closest you'll get. Previously Owned

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Moondrop Kato reviewed by Jays Audio

Jays Audio 5.5 Reviewer Score
A- Tuning
B+ Tech
Good detail, clarity, and imaging, but can sound thin. Similar tuning as Hana, but I found Hana to have better note-weight and bass.

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Dunu SA6 mkII reviewed by Jays Audio

Jays Audio 7.5 Reviewer Score
A Tuning
A+ Tech
V-shaped SA6 Ultra with more recessed mids and vocals. Sharper and more bass than SA6U but mids are buried in busier tracks.

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Moondrop Kato reviewed by Tim Tuned

Tim Tuned 5.5 Reviewer Score
B- Tuning
A- Tech
KXXS with better vocals and details

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Bass: A- Mids: A+ Treble: A-

Dunu SA6 mkII reviewed by Tim Tuned

Tim Tuned 7 Reviewer Score
A- Tuning
A+ Tech
Slightly more V-shape than the Ultra with small detail boost Could use a little more upper mids

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Bass: A+ Mids: A+ Treble: A+

Moondrop Kato reviewed by Nymz

Nymz 4.9 Reviewer Score
C Tuning
C+ Tech
A bit thin, pillow light bass. Treble and stage could use some more refinement. A tecnical upgrade to Aria.

Nymz original ranking

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Bass: C- Mids: C+ Treble: C+ Details: C+ Imaging: C+

Dunu SA6 mkII reviewed by Nymz

Nymz 6.7 Reviewer Score
B+ Tuning
B+ Tech
A more refined SA6u, with the freedom to boost the bass even more and costing less. Less natural upper treble at the cost of that terrific extension.

Nymz original ranking

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Bass: B Mids: A- Treble: A- Details: B Imaging: A-

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Moondrop Kato reviewed by Crin

Crin 6.5 Reviewer Score
A Tuning
B+ Tech
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Moondrop Kato reviewed by Shuwa-T

Shuwa-T 6.2 Reviewer Score
B Tuning
B Tech
Comment: Moondrop's best "budget" single DD iem. Solid tuning, backed with surprising clarity that is a step up from the kxxs bunch Lower mids thin sounding

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Bass: B Mids: B Treble: B+ Soundstage: B Details: B+ Imaging: B

Moondrop Kato reviewed by Head-Fi.org

Head-Fi.org 7.9 * score rescaled + normalized
25 community members have rated the Moondrop Kato at an average of 4.2/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Very Positive.

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Dunu SA6 mkII (more reviews)

Dunu SA6 mkII reviewed by Fresh Reviews

Fresh Reviews 5* * The score of this reviewer influences only the Gaming Score
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Moondrop Kato User Review Score

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Moondrop Kato Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

6

Gaming Grade

B

Dunu SA6 mkII Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

6.1

Gaming Grade

B

Moondrop Kato 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
  • Technical ability is serviceable, keeping basic detail intact across simpler tracks. It keeps up with acoustic tracks without much fuss.
Bass B-
The bass offers steady support without stepping into the spotlight. There's just enough punch for everyday playlists.
Mids B
Expect a confident midrange that keeps details audible without harshness. Acoustic arrangements sound engaging.
Treble B-
The top end is tidy and serviceable, adding air without overdoing it. Extension is decent for casual listening.
Dynamics C-
Volume swings are adequate, though they rarely feel dramatic. It won't offend, yet it won't thrill.
Soundstage B+
Good soundstage with proper width and depth, placing instruments in clearly defined positions. Instruments sit in their own lanes.
Details B-
Plenty of nuance surfaces, just not the last layer of shimmer. It balances clarity with an easygoing tone.
Imaging B-
Complex mixes stay organized thanks to the improved spatial discipline. Complex passages stay intelligible.
Gaming B
Decent spatial awareness for fundamental positioning. Creates satisfying atmosphere in story-driven games while handling basic directional cues.

Dunu SA6 mkII Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

A-
  • The tonal character feels settled and versatile, with just a few gentle bumps. You can listen for hours without fatigue.

Average Technical Grade

A-
  • The presentation feels orderly, balancing workable detail retrieval with acceptable imaging cues. It keeps momentum without smearing transients.
Bass B+
Bass foundation is good, adding satisfying punch without losing control. Pop and rock tracks feel lively.
Mids A-
The mid band shines with organic tone and finely rendered textures. Long sessions remain fatigue-free.
Treble A-
It provides outstanding treble finesse, balancing brightness and control gracefully. It's engaging yet remarkably controlled.
Dynamics B
Dynamic expression is good, delivering solid impact and convincing contrast. Percussion lands with convincing weight.
Soundstage A-
All dimensions bloom together, producing an expansive venue that feels carefully rendered. You can map the ensemble easily.
Details B
Recordings feel well sorted, with supporting details snapping to attention. Small articulations remain intact.
Imaging B
Depth cues step forward, giving performances a dimensional presence. Front-to-back cues become more immersive.
Gaming B
Decent spatial awareness for fundamental positioning. Creates satisfying atmosphere in story-driven games while handling basic directional cues. Bad value-to-cost for gaming purpose - not recommended

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