CCA Polaris VS Sonic Memory SM1 Lite

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CCA Polaris and Sonic Memory SM1 Lite are in-ear monitors. CCA Polaris costs $15 while Sonic Memory SM1 Lite costs $19. Sonic Memory SM1 Lite is $4 more expensive. Sonic Memory SM1 Lite holds a clear 0.6-point edge in reviewer scores (5.4 vs 6).

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Metric CCA Polaris Sonic Memory SM1 Lite
Mids 6 6
Treble 4 6
Soundstage 6 6
Dynamics 5 6
Tonality 5.8 6
Technicalities 4.5 6
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CCA Polaris Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Jays Audio
Jaytiss Head-Fi.org

Average Reviewer Score:

5.4

Mixed to Negative

Sonic Memory SM1 Lite Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Audio Amigo

Average Reviewer Score:

6

Mixed to Positive

Reviews Comparison

CCA Polaris (more reviews)

CCA Polaris reviewed by Jaytiss

Jaytiss 6 Reviewer Score
C+ Tuning
C- Tech
Has some massive issues in the air.

Jaytiss original ranking

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

CCA Polaris reviewed by Jays Audio

Jays Audio 4 Reviewer Score
B+ Tuning
C+ Tech
Overall clean and balanced sound, but pinna gain is too much at higher volumes making vocals sound shrill and thin. Mid volume is nice, but KZ, so.

Jays Audio original ranking

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CCA Polaris reviewed by Head-Fi.org

Head-Fi.org 6.3 * score rescaled + normalized
2 community members have rated the CCA Polaris at an average of 4.0/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Very Positive.

URL to full Review

Head-Fi.org original ranking

Sonic Memory SM1 Lite (more reviews)

Sonic Memory SM1 Lite reviewed by Audio Amigo

Audio Amigo 6 * score rescaled + normalized
A slightly more V-shaped Chu 2. Perfumed unboxing and fantastic acessories including an analog dongle.

Audio Amigo original ranking

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CCA Polaris User Review Score

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CCA Polaris 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

Sonic Memory SM1 Lite Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

6

Gaming Grade

B

CCA Polaris 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

C
  • Even moderate complexity exposes the limited resolution and narrow sense of space. Technical fans will find it lacking.
Mids B
Expect a confident midrange that keeps details audible without harshness. Acoustic arrangements sound engaging.
Treble C-
Treble is adequate overall, though its texture can feel coarse. Longer sessions may expose grain.
Dynamics C+
You get reliable macrodynamics, with micro shifts that remain only adequate. A reliable performer for most tracks.
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.
Gaming C
Minimal environmental definition provides only general audio cues. Suitable for games where positioning isn't critical.

Sonic Memory SM1 Lite Scorings

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