Simphonio VR1 VS Kinera Imperial Loki

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Simphonio VR1 and Kinera Imperial Loki use 1DD and 1DD+6BA+4EST+1BC driver setups respectively. Simphonio VR1 costs $2,300 while Kinera Imperial Loki costs $3,099. Kinera Imperial Loki is $799 more expensive. Kinera Imperial Loki holds a decisive 4.1-point edge in reviewer scores (4.5 vs 8.6). Kinera Imperial Loki has significantly better bass with a 5-point edge, Kinera Imperial Loki has significantly better mids with a 2-point edge, Kinera Imperial Loki has significantly better treble with a 3-point edge, Kinera Imperial Loki has significantly better dynamics with a 1-point edge, Kinera Imperial Loki has significantly better details with a 5-point edge and Kinera Imperial Loki has significantly better imaging with a 4.5-point edge.

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Metric Simphonio VR1 Kinera Imperial Loki
Bass 4 9
Mids 5 7
Treble 4 7
Details 4 9
Soundstage 4.5 7
Imaging 4 8.5
Dynamics 4 5
Tonality 4.7 8.3
Technicalities 4.8 8.2
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Simphonio VR1 Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Precogvision
Crin

Average Reviewer Score:

4.5

Unfavorable

Kinera Imperial Loki Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Jaytiss
Nymz Head-Fi.org
Jays Audio Web Search

Average Reviewer Score:

8.6

Excellent

Reviews Comparison

Simphonio VR1 (more reviews)

Simphonio VR1 reviewed by Crin

Crin 5 Reviewer Score
C+ Tuning
B- Tech
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Simphonio VR1 reviewed by Precogvision

Precogvision 3.9 Reviewer Score
C- Tuning
C- Tech
Lack of air and mostly sounds like a generic single-DD that's been dampened.

Precogvision original ranking

Precogvision Youtube Channel
Bass: C- Mids: C+ Treble: C- Dynamics: C- Details: C- Imaging: C-

Kinera Imperial Loki (more reviews)

Kinera Imperial Loki reviewed by Jays Audio

Jays Audio 9 Reviewer Score
S Tuning
S Tech
Super clean and clear sound. Beautiful vocals. Everyhting is extremely well balanced. No special sauce tho.

Jays Audio original ranking

Jays Audio Youtube Channel

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Kinera Imperial Loki reviewed by Nymz

Nymz 8.7 Reviewer Score
S- Tuning
S- Tech
Great bass texture with slightly hot upper mid-range and well extended treble. Remarkable technical performance.

Nymz original ranking

Nymz Website

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

Kinera Imperial Loki reviewed by Jaytiss

Jaytiss 6.8 Reviewer Score
B- Tuning
C+ Tech
Packaged well but feels like an Alien is in your ear.

Jaytiss original ranking

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

Kinera Imperial Loki reviewed by Head-Fi.org

Head-Fi.org 8.8 * score rescaled + normalized
6 community members have rated the Kinera Imperial Loki at an average of 4.7/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Exceptional.

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Head-Fi.org original ranking

Kinera Imperial Loki reviewed by Web Search

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Web Search 9.5 Reviewer Score
S Tuning
S+ Tech

The Kinera Imperial Loki delivers a technically impressive W-shaped signature that balances sub-bass depth, vocal clarity, and sparkling treble extension. Its standout feature is the bone conduction driver, which adds palpable texture and physicality to low frequencies, creating a uniquely visceral rumble without bleeding into the mids. While the slightly scooped lower mids can thin out some male vocals or brass instruments in busy tracks, the overall presentation excels in detail retrieval and holographic imaging, offering an expansive soundstage with precise instrument placement.

Accessories elevate the experience, including 13 ear tips (Final E, AZLA Crystal, SpinFit CP145, Symbio F) for fine-tuning fit and sound, plus two quality cables—Effect Audio’s copper cable for warmth and Kinera’s hybrid cable for enhanced resolution. The lightweight resin shells ensure comfort despite the complex driver array, though fit-dependent bass response and occasional BC driver "ringing" during voice playback are minor quirks. At $3,099, it competes fiercely in the summit-fi tier, particularly for those prioritizing technical prowess and dynamic engagement over absolute neutrality.

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Simphonio VR1 User Review Score

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Simphonio VR1 Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

3.2

Gaming Grade

D

Kinera Imperial Loki Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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Gaming Score

6.7

Gaming Grade

B+

Simphonio VR1 Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

C
  • Expect a patchy tonal profile that makes instrumentation feel mismatched. EQ is almost mandatory to tame the response.

Average Technical Grade

C
  • Textural information blurs together, making the stage feel pinched and gray. Instrument edges blur together frequently.
Bass C-
The bass remains polite, offering definition without much drive. Dynamics remain gentle even at higher volume.
Mids C+
Midrange performance is decent, offering balanced presence without major flaws. It works well for casual background listening.
Treble C-
Expect serviceable treble that keeps detail audible without much polish. It keeps the highs audible without elegance.
Dynamics C-
Dynamics are average—competent yet lacking real excitement. It keeps music listenable but uninspiring.
Details C-
The presentation is fine for casual listening but leaves refinement on the table. There's some grain on quieter elements.
Imaging C-
Depth hints are present though they rarely extend far beyond the stage front. Movement effects are understandable.
Gaming D
Compromised imaging significantly impacts gameplay awareness. Directional cues often lack accuracy or consistency. Bad value-to-cost for gaming purpose - not recommended

Kinera Imperial Loki 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

A+
  • The tuning feels expertly organized, marrying agile dynamics with well-defined spatial cues. Technical listeners will appreciate the poise.
Bass S
The bass is breathtaking, pairing thunderous impact with absolute precision. Every rumble is rendered with realism.
Mids A-
Expect lifelike vocals and instruments with impressive nuance and realism. You can easily follow harmonies and backups.
Treble A-
Expect effortless extension and clarity that keep the top end sparkling yet smooth. Layering in upper registers is impressive.
Dynamics C+
You get reliable macrodynamics, with micro shifts that remain only adequate. A reliable performer for most tracks.
Soundstage A-
Excellent spatial presentation that is wide, deep, and tall with precise instrument placement. Width, depth, and height all feel expanded.
Details S
Reference-class detail delivering microscopic resolution and flawless texture reproduction. Every micro-texture is laid bare.
Imaging S-
The stage breathes like a real environment, surrounding you with believable depth. There's a strong sensation of physical space.
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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