Penon Archangel and 7th Acoustics Supernova use 2DD+4BA+2BC and 6BA driver setups respectively. Penon Archangel costs $799 while 7th Acoustics Supernova costs $850. 7th Acoustics Supernova is $51 more expensive. Penon Archangel holds a clear 0.7-point edge in reviewer scores (8.5 vs 7.8).
Insights
Metric | Penon Archangel | 7th Acoustics Supernova |
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Bass | 8.5 | 6.9 |
Mids | 8.5 | 8.7 |
Treble | 8.5 | 7.9 |
Details | 8.5 | 6.6 |
Soundstage | 8.5 | 8 |
Imaging | 8.5 | 7.9 |
Dynamics | 8.5 | 6.3 |
Tonality | 8.5 | 7.9 |
Technicalities | 8.5 | 7.5 |
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Penon Archangel Details
Driver Configuration: 2DD+4BA+2BC
Tuning Type: n/a
Price (Msrp): $799
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7th Acoustics Supernova Details
Driver Configuration: 6BA
Tuning Type: bass-boosted neutral
Price (Msrp): $850
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Penon Archangel Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade
- The gaming score is prioritizing technical capabilities of the IEM (Separation, Layering, Soundstage) and good value.
Gaming Score
8Gaming Grade
A+7th Acoustics Supernova Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade
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Gaming Score
6.6Gaming Grade
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7th Acoustics Supernova 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.
Penon Archangel Reviews
Penon Archangel reviewed by: Drew / Audionotions
Missed opportunity to name this the Fallen Angel - this is no angelic set - it's an unabashed guilty pleasure set that actually is pretty versatile. Mild V shaped IEM which many hobbyists will pass on because it's not "neutral" but hear me out - the mild V is incredibly well done and makes this set incredibly fun to listen to - so much so that neutrality will be an afterthought. Bass extends deep and hits hard - rumbles with authority. Mids are still quite nice with good emphasis on vocals. Treble is very airy and sparkly. Stage is very wide and deep with excellent layering. Tuning switches that actualy work - the first increases the bass shelf, the second bumps up the treble response. Bought on a whim, and very glad I did - because otherwise, most sets I've heard recently have been some variant of JM1. This is a reminder that following a single target response curve is not the only way to make a phenomenal IEM. Basshead approved set that would still appeal to most. Personal Unit
7th Acoustics Supernova Reviews
7th Acoustics Supernova reviewed by: Super* Review
7th Acoustics Supernova reviewed by: Jaytiss
Natural king. Special iem at any price. Jaytiss Youtube Channel
7th Acoustics Supernova reviewed by: Drew / Audionotions
Some of the best timbre I've heard on an IEM to date with decent technicalities to match. Tonality is really good. Bass is neither too much nor too little - just enough to add the perfect amount of weight to the mids. It slams and punches when called for but never overwhelms. Mids are great. Treble is well extended but smooth with very good extension and air. It never gets sibilant or too bright. This is a cohesive IEM and almost nothing ever sounds "wrong." From a very subjective point of view, certain female vocals can sound slightly compressed, flat or recessed - in my opinion, it could use a smidge more upper mid elevation, but there are folks that really like this. Resolution is decent for the price but not particularly outstanding - details are there but there are definitely more detailed IEMs for the price. Imaging is fantastic and separation is very good. Overall the Supernova is in the running for most "natural" and "organic" IEM I've heard to date and I love it. Potential dealbreakers: this is an all-BA set so pressure build is something to consider. The woofer is vented so it's not too bad but it can be uncomfortable for sensitive ears. Previously Owned
7th Acoustics Supernova reviewed by: Shuwa-T
Lovely midrange, vocal-centric set that never sounds fatiguing Techs are not class leading
7th Acoustics Supernova reviewed by: Nymz
Made to order - 60 days. Brilliant tonality with technical support, just lacking the last hair of detail. Transient sharpness and decay are on point. You will be hard-pressed to find better under 1k.
7th Acoustics Supernova reviewed by: Jays Audio
Super smoooth. TOTL dynamics and treble air - dunno how they managed this airy and smooth with only BAs. Very clean, no sharpness, or sudden peaks, endgame separation and detail. Only drawback is that the sub-bass is a bit meh, and that the sound isn't that "unique". Very safe all-rounder, and one of the best under $1000. Endgame set. Aside from the bass, everything else is better than Monarch MK3, MK2 still has better vocals, but the Supernova beats them when it comes to treble extention and smootheness - too bad it's impossible to get one lol. Jays Audio Youtube Channel
7th Acoustics Supernova reviewed by: Precogvision
Nearly immaculate tonality, coherency, and timbre with reasonably good technicalities. Precogvision Youtube Channel
7th Acoustics Supernova reviewed by: Smirk Audio
Rich, honeyed timbre. Well-tuned with solid techs. A very smooth listen. Could use better resolution and incisiveness.
7th Acoustics Supernova reviewed by: Z-Reviews
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