Softears RS10 and Lime Ears Maris use 10BA and 6BA,+2BC+2DD,+2EST, driver setups respectively. Softears RS10 costs $2,100 while Lime Ears Maris costs $2,700. Lime Ears Maris is $600 more expensive. Lime Ears Maris holds a clear 0.8-point edge in reviewer scores (7.6 vs 8.4). Lime Ears Maris has slightly better mids with a 0.4-point edge, Lime Ears Maris has better treble with a 0.9-point edge, Lime Ears Maris has better dynamics with a 0.5-point edge and Lime Ears Maris has significantly better soundstage with a 1.5-point edge.
Insights
Metric | Softears RS10 | Lime Ears Maris |
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Bass | 6.5 | 8.4 |
Mids | 6.6 | 7 |
Treble | 7.1 | 8 |
Details | 8.5 | 8.4 |
Soundstage | 7.5 | 9 |
Imaging | 7 | 8.4 |
Dynamics | 5.5 | 6 |
Tonality | 7.3 | 8.3 |
Technicalities | 7.9 | 9 |
Softears RS10 Aggregated Review Score
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7.6Strongly Favorable
Lime Ears Maris Aggregated Review Score
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Average Reviewer Score:
8.4Very Positive
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Softears RS10 reviewed by Jaytiss
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Lime Ears Maris reviewed by Jaytiss
Youtube Video Summary
Lime Ears Maris is a flagship 12-driver quad-brid with branded components, combining multiple BAs for lows/mids, dual Sonion ESTs for air, and a dual Sonion bone conductor for full-range weight. At $2,700 (“Ensemble”), it brings a thin-walled but comfortably large shell, flat 2-pin sockets, and an excellent leather puck case; build and fit feel deliberately premium, with only a minor faceplate edge that can snag. Overall presentation and ergonomics signal a top-tier, tour-worthy piece.
Sonically it’s a fun, impactful tuning: bass hits hard with tactile BC rumble, treble/air are pristine, and resolution is high with an open, spacious stage. The upper-mids are slightly restrained (a touch of ~4 kHz dip) which softens attack—less “incisive” than the graph might suggest—but the set remains clean, coherent, and easy to listen to for treble-sensitive listeners. Think “inoffensive but exceptional”: refined energy up top, big physical slam down low, and clarity that holds together complex mixes.
Context against peers: Terra is exciting but the 5–6 kHz energy can fatigue; Incognita tracks a preferred curve better as a one-and-done at a lower price. Annihilator offers more bite in upper-mids/treble, yet Maris will suit those sensitive to that region; versus Grand Maestro, Maris wins on comfort and bass quality. Compared with Europa, Cadenza 12, Omnium, and Visioner’s 10, trade-offs shift—some deliver sharper treble “spark” or smaller shells—but the Maris’s bone-conducted bass, comfort, and safe-refined balance make it a strong recommend to demo at a show before choosing.
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Softears RS10 reviewed by Yifang
Softears RS10 reviewed by Gizaudio Axel
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Gizaudio Axel Youtube ChannelSoftears RS10 reviewed by Crin
Youtube Video Summary
Softears RS10 targets the top of the detail game at $2,100, but its extras feel dated: a leather hard case, pouch, tips, metal card, and a basic cable—often without interchangeable plugs (current Hangout stock is 4.4 mm). The shell is fully filled resin with a glass-like look that reads premium despite the old-school accessory pack.
Tuning skews a brighter V/U-shape—think JM1 diffuse field (5128) with a bass shelf. Bass is competent, not class-leading at the price; the real draw is the treble: forward, incisive, and surprisingly non-sibilant. RS10 is a detail monster that shoves low-level information to the front and actually has the resolving ability to render it—thrilling for analysis, but intense over long sessions.
Best for listeners who explicitly want maximum resolution and can handle a more energetic top end; less ideal for those seeking a laid-back or warm signature or a luxe unboxing. Price and intensity are the trade-offs; the payoff is one of the most resolving presentations available with a tonality that stays natural-leaning despite its brightness.
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Softears RS10 reviewed by Tim Tuned
Youtube Video Summary
Softears RS10 targets a Harman-leaning reference balance with a clean, studio-grade presentation: bass is tight and linear with modest mid-bass punch, prioritizing speed, texture, and separation over slam. The midrange sits neutral and coherent, giving vocals accurate body without bloom, while treble extends with air and micro-detail that spotlights room cues and trailing reverbs. Staging focuses on pinpoint imaging and layering more than sheer width, creating a precise, microscope-like view into mixes that rewards high-quality recordings.
On the flip side, the tuning’s discipline means sub-bass rumble and warmth are restrained, and the upper-treble focus can read energetic on hot masters. It excels for critical listening, fast genres, and complex arrangements where transient clarity matters, but bass-heads and those seeking plush note weight may prefer a richer set. Build and isolation are solid, comfort is stable for long sessions, and the overall package feels polished and technical—a premium, detail-first monitor for listeners who value accuracy over indulgence.
Tim Tuned Youtube Channel
Softears RS10 reviewed by Shuwa-T
Softears RS10 reviewed by Precogvision
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Softears RS10 reviewed by Head-Fi.org
Lime Ears Maris (more reviews)
Lime Ears Maris reviewed by Kois Archive
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Softears RS10 Details
Driver Configuration: 10BA
Tuning Type: U-Shaped
Brand: Softears Top Softears IEMs
Price (Msrp): $2,100
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Lime Ears Maris Details
Driver Configuration: 6BA,+2BC+2DD,+2EST,
Tuning Type: n/a
Brand: Lime Ears Top Lime Ears IEMs
Price (Msrp): $2,700
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A-- Tuning lands in a pleasing sweet spot with mostly coherent frequency integration. Tonality stays consistent from track to track.
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A- You get a well-rounded technical package that keeps separation, detail, and staging in harmony. It's a solid middle ground between fun and fidelity.
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A+- It delivers a coherent, natural timbre that remains captivating across genres. Acoustic instruments sound lifelike and textured.
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S- Expect an effortlessly clean presentation that keeps complex mixes perfectly organized. There is zero sense of congestion even at high volume.
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