Plussound Sonora VS Fort Ears Mefisto

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Plussound Sonora and Fort Ears Mefisto are in-ear monitors. Plussound Sonora costs $2,999 while Fort Ears Mefisto costs $2,900. Plussound Sonora is $99 more expensive. Fort Ears Mefisto holds a decisive 3.2-point edge in reviewer scores (5.8 vs 9). Fort Ears Mefisto has significantly better mids with a 4.5-point edge, Fort Ears Mefisto has significantly better treble with a 5.5-point edge and Fort Ears Mefisto has significantly better dynamics with a 3.5-point edge.

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Metric Plussound Sonora Fort Ears Mefisto
Bass 5.8 8
Mids 4 8.5
Treble 3 8.5
Details 5.8 8.5
Soundstage 6 9
Imaging 5.8 8.5
Dynamics 5 8.5
Tonality 5 8.3
Technicalities 3 8.5
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Plussound Sonora Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Jaytiss
Head-Fi.org

Average Reviewer Score:

5.8

Mixed

Fort Ears Mefisto Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Smirk Audio
Head-Fi.org

Average Reviewer Score:

9

Outstanding

Reviews Comparison

Plussound Sonora reviewed by Head-Fi.org

Head-Fi.org 6.5 * score rescaled + normalized
2 community members have rated the Plussound Sonora at an average of 3.5/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Generally Favorable.

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Head-Fi.org original ranking

Fort Ears Mefisto reviewed by Head-Fi.org

Head-Fi.org 9.5 * score rescaled + normalized
2 community members have rated the Fort Ears Mefisto at an average of 5.0/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Masterpiece.

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Head-Fi.org original ranking

Plussound Sonora (more reviews)

Plussound Sonora reviewed by Jaytiss

Jaytiss 5 Reviewer Score
C+ Tuning
D Tech
BRIGHT. So bright.

Jaytiss original ranking

Jaytiss Youtube Channel
Mids: C- Treble: D Dynamics: C+ Soundstage: B

Fort Ears Mefisto (more reviews)

Fort Ears Mefisto reviewed by Smirk Audio

Smirk Audio 8.4 Reviewer Score
A+ Tuning
S- Tech
Demoed with "Temptation" cable.

Smirk Audio original ranking

Smirk Audio Head-Fi Profile

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

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Plussound Sonora Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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Gaming Score

2.1

Gaming Grade

E+

Fort Ears Mefisto Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

6.9

Gaming Grade

B+

Plussound Sonora Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

C+
  • Expect a friendly tonal balance that could use polish but remains inviting. Great for casual listening, less so for purists.

Average Technical Grade

D
  • Details smear quickly, leaving the presentation cramped and low on definition. You'll notice smearing on even moderately layered songs.
Mids C-
It delivers a workable midrange that could benefit from smoother transitions. Timbre isn't quite convincing yet.
Treble D
Treble balance wavers, creating a mix of recessed detail and harsh flashes. Highs feel restless and unfocused.
Dynamics C+
You get reliable macrodynamics, with micro shifts that remain only adequate. A reliable performer for most tracks.
Soundstage B
You can map the ensemble with confidence thanks to solid spacing and coherent depth layering. Ambient effects feel believable.
Gaming E+
Compromised imaging significantly impacts gameplay awareness. Directional cues often lack accuracy or consistency. Bad value-to-cost for gaming purpose - not recommended

Fort Ears Mefisto Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

A+
  • Expect a tasteful, well-judged response that feels both musical and true to the source. Great synergy with a wide range of genres.

Average Technical Grade

S-
  • The presentation is crisp and expansive, handling complex passages with impressive ease. Low-level details remain audible in quiet passages.
Bass A+
It delivers flagship-worthy bass, rich in both rumble and nuance. Reference tracks showcase its grip.
Mids S-
Midrange quality is superb, rich with resolving power and transparency. Micro-details leap out effortlessly.
Treble S-
It delivers superb treble brilliance that stays pure even in complex passages. It adds excitement while staying pure.
Dynamics S-
You get a masterful mix of slam and finesse across every track. Music breathes with realism.
Details S-
Complex productions unravel completely, letting you examine every thread. Textures are rendered with exquisite finesse.
Imaging S-
Exceptional imaging with holographic precision that creates a palpable sense of placement. It creates a near-holographic placement.
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

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