Shure se215 VS Padsmith IEM

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Shure se215 and Padsmith IEM use 1DD and 1DD+1Planar driver setups respectively. Shure se215 costs $100 while Padsmith IEM costs $120. Padsmith IEM is $20 more expensive. Padsmith IEM holds a decisive 3.8-point edge in reviewer scores (3.3 vs 7). Padsmith IEM has significantly better mids with a 2.5-point edge, Padsmith IEM has significantly better treble with a 1.5-point edge, Padsmith IEM has significantly better dynamics with a 5-point edge and Padsmith IEM has significantly better soundstage with a 2.5-point edge.

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Metric Shure se215 Padsmith IEM
Bass 3 7
Mids 2.5 5
Treble 2.5 4
Details 2.8 7
Soundstage 4.5 7
Imaging 2.8 7
Dynamics 1 6
Tonality 3.1 6.7
Technicalities 3 6
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Shure se215 Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Precogvision
Shuwa-T Crin
Super* Review

Average Reviewer Score:

3.3

Very Poor

Padsmith IEM Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Fresh Reviews
Z-Reviews Jaytiss
Kois Archive
Audio Amigo

Average Reviewer Score:

7

Generally Favorable

Reviews Comparison

Shure se215 (more reviews)

Shure se215 reviewed by Super* Review

Super* Review 4* * score rescaled + normalized
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Shure se215 reviewed by Shuwa-T

Shuwa-T 3.6 Reviewer Score
D- Tuning
C Tech
Comment: Already more than a decade old, it's time to move on. Would rather listen to the default samsung wired earpiece than this. Just no Literally everything apart from the subpar imaging

Shuwa-T original ranking

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Bass: D Mids: E+ Treble: D Soundstage: C Details: C Imaging: C

Shure se215 reviewed by Crin

Crin 3.5 Reviewer Score
C- Tuning
D+ Tech
Sounds like a typical dynamic IEM. Slightly bloated bass and narrow staging.

Crin original ranking

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Shure se215 reviewed by Precogvision

Precogvision 1.9 Reviewer Score
D- Tuning
E- Tech
A relic of the past that should be avoided by any self-respecting audiophile who wants good sound.

Precogvision original ranking

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Bass: D Mids: D Treble: E+ Dynamics: E- Details: E- Imaging: E-

Padsmith IEM (more reviews)

Padsmith IEM reviewed by Audio Amigo

Audio Amigo 8 * score rescaled + normalized
An EM6L, but with toned down top end. Gorgeous shells. Microplanar instead of Balanced Armature. Great Details and Imaging. Acessories are a little barebones

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Padsmith IEM reviewed by Kois Archive

Kois Archive 7 Reviewer Score
A+ Tuning
A+ Tech
Rating: A- | Value: ⭐ | Gaming: 🎮 | Comfort: 9 nice planar micro details midbass a little much

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Padsmith IEM reviewed by Z-Reviews

Z-Reviews 6.8 * score rescaled + normalized
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Padsmith IEM reviewed by Jaytiss

Jaytiss 6.3 Reviewer Score
C+ Tuning
C- Tech
Packaged like theiaudio iem... lol this hobby.

Jaytiss original ranking

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Mids: C+ Treble: C- Dynamics: B Soundstage: A-
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Padsmith IEM reviewed by Fresh Reviews

Fresh Reviews 5* * The score of this reviewer influences only the Gaming Score
Better in COD

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Shure se215 Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

3

Gaming Grade

D

Padsmith IEM Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

5.7

Gaming Grade

B-

Shure se215 Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

D
  • Tonality remains inconsistent, with uneven peaks and dips that disrupt musical flow. You'll constantly notice peaks or dips pulling focus.

Average Technical Grade

D
  • Textural information blurs together, making the stage feel pinched and gray. Instrument edges blur together frequently.
Bass D
It hints at bass presence but never quite delivers satisfying punch. Percussion lacks a satisfying weight.
Mids D-
The mids come across papery and weak, draining warmth from the mix. Acoustic tracks sound brittle and distant.
Treble D-
Treble leans dark, softening cymbals and trimming extension. Brightness is replaced with a murky haze.
Dynamics E-
Dynamics barely flicker, leaving energetic sections strangely subdued. There's no punch to latch onto.
Soundstage C
Stereo spread is acceptable, yet the image resembles a stage set without depth behind the curtain. Depth feels more like a gentle slope.
Details D-
Texture feels soft-focus as low-level information dissolves into a general haze. Complex passages turn into a fog.
Imaging D-
Layering blurs because positional cues can't stay locked in place. Layering suffers from constant smearing.
Gaming D
Compromised imaging significantly impacts gameplay awareness. Directional cues often lack accuracy or consistency.

Padsmith IEM 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
  • An honest, middle-of-the-road performance preserves structure without chasing micro-detail. It's respectable for everyday listening sessions.
Mids C+
The mids are solid and dependable, though not especially remarkable. Vocals stay reasonably grounded in the mix.
Treble C-
Treble performance is average, audible but short on refinement. There's acceptable presence but limited finesse.
Dynamics B
Expect energetic dynamics that bring music to life without harshness. It injects enthusiasm into fast music.
Soundstage A-
Immersion steps up dramatically as width, depth, and height integrate into a cohesive hologram. Everything sounds naturally spaced.
Gaming B-
Moderate spatial presentation conveys general directionality. Suitable for casual play where precision isn't critical.

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