Noble Audio Onyx VS Forte Ears Macbeth
IEM Comparison: Expert & Community Scores Side-by-Side
Noble Audio Onyx and Forte Ears Macbeth use 1DD+4BA+2EST+1BC and 5BA+4EST+2BC driver setups respectively. Noble Audio Onyx costs $3,200 while Forte Ears Macbeth costs $4,000. Forte Ears Macbeth is $800 more expensive. Forte Ears Macbeth holds a clear 0.5-point edge in reviewer scores (8 vs 8.5). Forte Ears Macbeth has slightly better bass with a 0.3-point edge, Forte Ears Macbeth has better treble with a 0.5-point edge, Forte Ears Macbeth has better details with a 0.8-point edge and Forte Ears Macbeth has better imaging with a 0.8-point edge.
Insights
| Metric | Noble Audio Onyx | Forte Ears Macbeth |
|---|---|---|
| Bass | 8 | 8.3 |
| Mids | 8 | 8 |
| Treble | 8 | 8.5 |
| Details | 8 | 8.8 |
| Soundstage | 8 | 9 |
| Imaging | 8 | 8.8 |
| Dynamics | 8 | 8 |
| Tonality | 8 | 8.3 |
| Technicalities | 8 | 8.7 |
Noble Audio Onyx Aggregated Review Score
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Forte Ears Macbeth Aggregated Review Score
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Noble Audio Onyx Details
Driver Configuration: 1DD+4BA+2EST+1BC
Tuning Type: bass-boosted neutral
Price (Msrp): $3,200
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Forte Ears Macbeth Details
Driver Configuration: 5BA+4EST+2BC
Tuning Type: U-Shaped
Price (Msrp): $4,000
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Noble Audio Onyx User Review Score
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Noble Audio Onyx Gaming Score
Gaming Score & Grade
- The gaming score is prioritizing technical capabilities of the IEM (Separation, Layering, Soundstage) and good value.
Gaming Score
6.5Gaming Grade
B+Forte Ears Macbeth Gaming Score
Gaming Score & Grade
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Gaming Score
7Gaming Grade
A-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.
Forte Ears Macbeth 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
S-- Excellent clarity and detail. Precise imaging and expansive soundstage. Manages complex passages with minimal smearing and good transient speed.
Noble Audio Onyx Reviews
Reviewed by: Smirk Audio
8
Reviewer Score
Forte Ears Macbeth Reviews
Reviewed by: Shuwa-T
8.7
Reviewer Score
Reviewed by: Smirk Audio
8.3
Reviewer Score
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