Noble Audio Onyx VS FiR Audio Xenon 6

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Noble Audio Onyx and FiR Audio Xenon 6 use 1DD+4BA+2EST+1BC and 1DD+4BA+1EST driver setups respectively. Noble Audio Onyx costs $3,200 while FiR Audio Xenon 6 costs $3,900. FiR Audio Xenon 6 is $700 more expensive. Noble Audio Onyx holds a slight 0.4-point edge in reviewer scores (8 vs 7.6). Noble Audio Onyx has better bass with a 0.5-point edge, Noble Audio Onyx has better treble with a 0.5-point edge, Noble Audio Onyx has better details with a 0.5-point edge and Noble Audio Onyx has significantly better imaging with a 1-point edge.

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Metric Noble Audio Onyx FiR Audio Xenon 6
Bass 8 7.5
Mids 8 8
Treble 8 7.5
Details 8 7.5
Imaging 8 7
Dynamics 8 8
Tonality 8 7.7
Technicalities 8 7.5

Noble Audio Onyx Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Smirk Audio

Average Reviewer Score:

8

Very Positive


FiR Audio Xenon 6 Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Smirk Audio

Average Reviewer Score:

7.6

Strongly Favorable


Noble Audio Onyx User Review Score

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Noble Audio Onyx Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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Gaming Score

6.5

Gaming Grade

B+

FiR Audio Xenon 6 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

Noble Audio Onyx Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

A+
  • Refined execution with coherent frequency integration. Natural timbre reproduction and engaging presentation. Strong versatility.

Average Technical Grade

A+
  • Very competent with articulate presentation. Well-defined layers and precise imaging. Soundstage is immersive and handles dynamics well.
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+
Superb treble: effortless extension with crystal clarity. Perfect balance of sparkle and smoothness with exceptional detail.
Dynamics A+
Superb dynamic range - powerful yet nuanced. Exceptional transient response with lifelike impact and subtle volume gradations.
Details A+
Exceptional resolution that uncovers the deepest layers. Retrieves even the most minute details while maintaining natural timbre.
Imaging A+
Exceptional imaging with holographic precision. Creates a palpable sense of physical placement with perfect positional stability.
Gaming B+
Respectable environmental presentation favors atmosphere over precision. Detects obvious directional cues while conveying game world ambiance. Bad value-to-cost for gaming purpose - not recommended

FiR Audio Xenon 6 Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

A
  • Well-executed tonal character. No major flaws with good technical control. Smooth presentation works with multiple genres.

Average Technical Grade

A
  • Good technical performance. Clear separation and decent detail retrieval across various tracks. Soundstage shows reasonable width and depth.
Bass A
Strong, well-defined bass with good texture. Delivers satisfying punch and rumble without overwhelming other frequencies.
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 A+
Superb dynamic range - powerful yet nuanced. Exceptional transient response with lifelike impact and subtle volume gradations.
Details A
Excellent detail retrieval: highly resolving without being clinical. Effortlessly reveals micro-details and textural subtleties.
Imaging A-
Excellent imaging: precise and stable placement. Instruments occupy specific points in space with tangible positions.
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

Noble Audio Onyx Reviews

Smirk Audio 8 Reviewer Score
A+ Tuning
A+ Tech
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Smirk Audio Head-Fi Profile

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Bass: A+ Mids: A+ Treble: A+ Dynamics: A+ Details: A+ Imaging: A+

FiR Audio Xenon 6 Reviews

Smirk Audio 7.6 Reviewer Score
A Tuning
A Tech
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Smirk Audio Head-Fi Profile

- Smirk Audio
Bass: A Mids: A+ Treble: A Dynamics: A+ Details: A Imaging: A-

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