SoftEars Studio 2 VS Myer Audio CKLVX D41

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SoftEars Studio 2 and Myer Audio CKLVX D41 use 2BA and 1DD+4BA driver setups respectively. SoftEars Studio 2 costs $170 while Myer Audio CKLVX D41 costs $140. SoftEars Studio 2 is $30 more expensive. Myer Audio CKLVX D41 holds a decisive 2.7-point edge in reviewer scores (4.4 vs 7.1). Myer Audio CKLVX D41 has significantly better bass with a 3.5-point edge, Myer Audio CKLVX D41 has significantly better mids with a 4.5-point edge, Myer Audio CKLVX D41 has significantly better treble with a 2-point edge, Myer Audio CKLVX D41 has significantly better soundstage with a 1.5-point edge, Myer Audio CKLVX D41 has significantly better details with a 4-point edge and Myer Audio CKLVX D41 has significantly better imaging with a 3-point edge.

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Metric SoftEars Studio 2 Myer Audio CKLVX D41
Bass 3 6.5
Mids 2.5 7
Treble 4.5 6.5
Details 3 7
Soundstage 5 6.5
Imaging 4 7
Dynamics 3 7.1
Tonality 4.8 7.7
Technicalities 4.9 7.4
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SoftEars Studio 2 Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Precogvision
Jaytiss
Jays Audio

Average Reviewer Score:

4.4

Unfavorable

Myer Audio CKLVX D41 Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Shuwa-T
Kois Archive Audionotions

Average Reviewer Score:

7.1

Generally Favorable

Reviews Comparison

SoftEars Studio 2 (more reviews)

SoftEars Studio 2 reviewed by Jays Audio

Jays Audio 6 Reviewer Score
A- Tuning
B+ Tech
HIGH VOLUME SET (at least 75dbs+). Warm, comfy, vintage-like sound with great immersion. Vocals are somehow still clear at higher volume and not overly dark. Not very good tech to $$ value wise, but very unique sounding. Would not recommend for mid to lower volume listening as it'll sound too dark, congested, and "low-res". Needs scaling.

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SoftEars Studio 2 reviewed by Jaytiss

Jaytiss 4 Reviewer Score
C- Tuning
C+ Tech
Sound underwater.

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Mids: E+ Treble: C+ Dynamics: D Soundstage: C+
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SoftEars Studio 2 reviewed by Precogvision

Precogvision 3.2 Reviewer Score
D Tuning
D Tech
Plasticky and lo-res. Upper-midrange sounds scooped out which contributes to large imaging but nothing else commendable about this.

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Bass: D Mids: D Treble: C- Dynamics: D Details: D Imaging: C-

Myer Audio CKLVX D41 (more reviews)

Myer Audio CKLVX D41 reviewed by Kois Archive

Kois Archive 7.6 Reviewer Score
S- Tuning
A+ Tech
Rating: A | Value: ⭐⭐ | Gaming: 🎮🎮 | Comfort: 7 super fun bass and solid vocals bit too much air and midbass

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Myer Audio CKLVX D41 reviewed by Audionotions

Audionotions 7 Reviewer Score
Warm and bright. Thick bass that is sufficiently tactile for the price. Decent mids. Treble elevation is a bit above neutral so cymbals and snaps and clicks can sound a bit prominent. Soundstage and imaging are very good for the price range. For the price, I'd be hardpressed to find anything that performs this well unless you know you're treble sensitive.

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Myer Audio CKLVX D41 reviewed by Shuwa-T

Shuwa-T 6.8 Reviewer Score
B+ Tuning
B+ Tech
Balanced tuning with good clarity, well extended upper midrange and treble extension

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Bass: B+ Mids: A- Treble: B+ Soundstage: B+ Details: A- Imaging: A-

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SoftEars Studio 2 Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

4.9

Gaming Grade

C

Myer Audio CKLVX D41 Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

7.5

Gaming Grade

A

SoftEars Studio 2 Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

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

Average Technical Grade

C
  • Textural information blurs together, making the stage feel pinched and gray. Instrument edges blur together frequently.
Bass D
The bass sits quietly in the background, providing only faint support. Live recordings lose their stage thump.
Mids D-
The mids come across papery and weak, draining warmth from the mix. Acoustic tracks sound brittle and distant.
Treble C
The top end sounds acceptable but lacks the smoothness of higher tiers. Air is hinted at more than delivered.
Dynamics D
Dynamics sound noticeably compressed, muting contrast between quiet and loud. Transients feel blunted and slow.
Soundstage C+
It pushes sound outward confidently while leaving height development as an unfinished idea. Height remains subtle but detectable.
Details D
The overall picture is serviceable yet stripped of the tiny flourishes that add realism. Layering lacks consistent clarity.
Imaging C-
Center information lands in the right area but not with laser focus. Separation is adequate for casual listening.
Gaming C
Minimal environmental definition provides only general audio cues. Suitable for games where positioning isn't critical.

Myer Audio CKLVX D41 Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

A
  • You get a polished tonal profile that stays natural from bass through treble. Subtle tuning choices keep things engaging.

Average Technical Grade

A-
  • The presentation feels orderly, balancing workable detail retrieval with acceptable imaging cues. It keeps momentum without smearing transients.
Bass B+
You get a lively bass response that balances energy with discipline. It balances punch with respectable control.
Mids A-
It delivers an excellent midrange that feels vibrant and true to life. It balances clarity with natural smoothness.
Treble B+
The top end is engaging and airy, yet never overbearing. Brass and strings feel energetic.
Soundstage B+
You can map the ensemble with confidence thanks to solid spacing and coherent depth layering. Ambient effects feel believable.
Details A-
Micro-details glide to the forefront effortlessly while timbre remains natural. Ambient cues are vivid and lifelike.
Imaging A-
Spatial cues respond immediately, reflecting every movement in the mix. Spatial cues respond instantly to the mix.
Gaming A
Clear spatial presentation handles directional cues effectively. Distinguishes key gameplay sounds while maintaining decent immersion.

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