Sony IER-M9 VS SONY N3AP
IEM Comparison: Expert & Community Scores Side-by-Side
Sony IER-M9 and SONY N3AP are in-ear monitors. Sony IER-M9 costs $1,000 while SONY N3AP costs $300. Sony IER-M9 is $700 more expensive. SONY N3AP holds a slight 0.1-point edge in reviewer scores (7.2 vs 7.3). Sony IER-M9 carries a user score of 7.5. Sony IER-M9 has better bass with a 0.5-point edge, Sony IER-M9 has significantly better mids with a 1-point edge and Sony IER-M9 has better treble with a 0.5-point edge.
Insights
| Metric | Sony IER-M9 | SONY N3AP |
|---|---|---|
| Bass | 7.5 | 7 |
| Mids | 8 | 7 |
| Treble | 7.5 | 7 |
| Details | 8 | 7.3 |
| Imaging | 7 | 7.3 |
| Dynamics | 5 | 7.3 |
| Tonality | 7.1 | 8 |
| Technicalities | 7.4 | 5 |
Sony IER-M9 Aggregated Review Score
Average Reviewer Scores
Average Reviewer Score:
7.2Generally Favorable
SONY N3AP Aggregated Review Score
Average Reviewer Scores
Average Reviewer Score:
7.3Generally Favorable
Reviews Comparison
Sony IER-M9 (more reviews)
Sony IER-M9 reviewed by Audionotions
7.5
Reviewer Score
Sony IER-M9 reviewed by Precogvision
7.4
Reviewer Score
Precogvision Youtube Channel
Sony IER-M9 reviewed by Tim Tuned
7
Reviewer Score
Tim Tuned Youtube Channel
Sony IER-M9 reviewed by Crin
7
Reviewer Score
Crin Youtube Channel
SONY N3AP (more reviews)
SONY N3AP reviewed by Bad Guy Good Audio
7.3
Reviewer Score
Bad Guy Good Audio original ranking
Bad Guy Good Audio Youtube Channel
Sony IER-M9 Details
Driver Configuration: 5BA
Tuning Type: Neutral, Warm
Brand: Sony Top Sony IEMs
Price (Msrp): $1,000
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SONY N3AP Details
Driver Configuration: n/a
Tuning Type: n/a
Brand: Sony Top Sony IEMs
Price (Msrp): $300
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Sony IER-M9 User Review Score
Average User Scores
Average User Score:
Based on 1 user reviews
7.5Strongly Favorable
SONY N3AP User Review Score
Average User Scores
Average User Score: n/a
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Sony IER-M9 Gaming Score
Gaming Score & Grade
- The gaming score is prioritizing technical capabilities of the IEM (Separation, Layering, Soundstage) and good value.
Gaming Score
6.3Gaming Grade
BSONY N3AP Gaming Score
Gaming Score & Grade
- The gaming score is prioritizing technical capabilities of the IEM (Separation, Layering, Soundstage) and good value.
Gaming Score
5.9Gaming Grade
B-Sony IER-M9 Scorings
Average Technical & Tuning Grades
Average Tunign Grade
A-- Pleasing tonal balance with good technical control. Minor quirks present but not distracting. Demonstrates decent genre versatility.
Average Technical Grade
A-- Competent technical presentation. Handles separation and detail well in most tracks, with modest soundstage and acceptable imaging capabilities.
SONY N3AP Scorings
Average Technical & Tuning Grades
Average Tunign Grade
A+- Refined execution with coherent frequency integration. Natural timbre reproduction and engaging presentation. Strong versatility.
Average Technical Grade
C+- Satisfactory technical performance. Handles basic detail retrieval adequately in most tracks. Maintains reasonable cohesion in simpler arrangements.
Sony IER-M9 User Reviews
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You need to be signed in to write your own reviewWorth it at used prices for neutral warm all rounder.
Pros
Great all rounder tuning, imaging, comfort.Cons
Bit lacking in engagement, bass typical of BA drivers.SONY N3AP User Reviews
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