Shure SE215-CL VS GS Audio GD3A

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Shure SE215-CL and GS Audio GD3A are in-ear monitors. Shure SE215-CL costs $99 while GS Audio GD3A costs $86. Shure SE215-CL is $13 more expensive. GS Audio GD3A holds a decisive 4-point edge in reviewer scores (3 vs 7). GS Audio GD3A has significantly better mids with a 1.6-point edge, GS Audio GD3A has significantly better treble with a 5.3-point edge, GS Audio GD3A has significantly better dynamics with a 4.5-point edge and GS Audio GD3A has significantly better soundstage with a 2.2-point edge.

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Metric Shure SE215-CL GS Audio GD3A
Bass 3 6.8
Mids 5 6.6
Treble 1 6.3
Details 3 6.4
Soundstage 4 6.2
Imaging 3 6.3
Dynamics 2 6.5
Tonality 3 7
Technicalities 1 6.4
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Shure SE215-CL Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Jaytiss

Average Reviewer Score:

3

Very Poor

GS Audio GD3A Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Web Search
Super* Review Head-Fi.org

Average Reviewer Score:

7

Cautiously Favorable

Reviews Comparison

Shure SE215-CL (more reviews)

Shure SE215-CL reviewed by Jaytiss

Jaytiss 3 Reviewer Score
D Tuning
E- Tech
Better options in the modern day.

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Mids: C+ Treble: E- Dynamics: E+ Soundstage: C-

GS Audio GD3A (more reviews)

GS Audio GD3A reviewed by Super* Review

Super* Review 7* * score rescaled + normalized
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GS Audio GD3A reviewed by Head-Fi.org

Head-Fi.org 7.2 * score rescaled + normalized
2 community members have rated the GS Audio GD3A at an average of 4.5/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Outstanding.

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GS Audio GD3A reviewed by Web Search

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Web Search 6.7 Reviewer Score
A- Tuning
B Tech

The GS Audio GD3A is a budget hybrid with a 1DD+2BA configuration that is reported to be easy to drive from modest sources, keeping entry barriers low for new listeners. Street pricing has historically hovered around $86–$90 via AliExpress listings shared in community threads, positioning it firmly in the sub-$100 bracket.

Tonally, the GD3A skews neutral with a sub-bass lift: community impressions describe bass that “digs very deep” and provides a supportive foundation without obvious bloat, while mids remain clear and the treble avoids harshness. Reviewers also highlight natural timbre and an overall non-fatiguing presentation for long sessions.

On the technical side, users note clean, textured bass and solid clarity for the price, though stage size and micro-detail are only average by enthusiast standards. Discussions referencing measurements also point to limited upper-treble “air” (roll-off near ~10 kHz), which slightly curbs shimmer but helps keep brightness in check. Given its asking price, the GD3A offers competitive resolution and imaging—just don’t expect it to match mid-fi hybrids several tiers up.

Bass: B+ Mids: B+ Treble: B Dynamics: B+ Soundstage: B Details: B Imaging: B

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Shure SE215-CL Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

1.6

Gaming Grade

E

GS Audio GD3A Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

6.6

Gaming Grade

B+

Shure SE215-CL 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

E-
  • The presentation is claustrophobic and blurred, leaving simple arrangements sounding chaotic and lifeless. The presentation feels more like background noise than music.
Mids C+
The mids are solid and dependable, though not especially remarkable. Vocals stay reasonably grounded in the mix.
Treble E-
Upper frequencies retreat, causing detail and brilliance to disappear. You may think your source is covered.
Dynamics E+
Dynamics remain compressed, muting nuance and softening impact. Climaxes never quite lift off.
Soundstage C-
The mix opens sideways while remaining vertically compressed and front-to-back shallow. You'll notice crowding on busy tracks.
Gaming E
Compromised imaging significantly impacts gameplay awareness. Directional cues often lack accuracy or consistency.

GS Audio GD3A Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

A-
  • The tonal character feels settled and versatile, with just a few gentle bumps. You can listen for hours without fatigue.

Average Technical Grade

B
  • An honest, middle-of-the-road performance preserves structure without chasing micro-detail. It's respectable for everyday listening sessions.
Bass B+
Expect a solid thump that keeps the rhythm engaging yet controlled. Sub-bass presence is supportive, not overwhelming.
Mids B+
Expect a confident midrange that keeps details audible without harshness. Acoustic arrangements sound engaging.
Treble B
The top end is engaging and airy, yet never overbearing. Brass and strings feel energetic.
Dynamics B+
Expect energetic dynamics that bring music to life without harshness. It injects enthusiasm into fast music.
Soundstage B
The presentation supplies a believable venue outline where each instrument owns its pocket of space. The stage opens up nicely for live cuts.
Details B
You hear inner textures easily, even when the arrangement piles on layers. You can hear subtle studio effects.
Imaging B
Instrument boundaries feel well carved, avoiding smear or drift. Instrument outlines feel well-defined.
Gaming B+
Respectable environmental presentation favors atmosphere over precision. Detects obvious directional cues while conveying game world ambiance.

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