Sony IER-M9 VS Thieaudio Hype 10
IEM Comparison: Expert & Community Scores Side-by-Side
Sony IER-M9 and Thieaudio Hype 10 use 5BA and 2DD+10BA driver setups respectively. Sony IER-M9 costs $1,000 while Thieaudio Hype 10 costs $899. Sony IER-M9 is $101 more expensive. Thieaudio Hype 10 holds a clear 0.8-point edge in reviewer scores (7.4 vs 8.1). Sony IER-M9 carries a user score of 7.5. Thieaudio Hype 10 has better bass with a 0.5-point edge, Thieaudio Hype 10 has better treble with a 0.7-point edge, Thieaudio Hype 10 has significantly better dynamics with a 2-point edge, Sony IER-M9 has better details with a 0.5-point edge and Thieaudio Hype 10 has significantly better imaging with a 1-point edge.
Insights
| Metric | Sony IER-M9 | Thieaudio Hype 10 |
|---|---|---|
| Bass | 7.5 | 8 |
| Mids | 8 | 8 |
| Treble | 7.5 | 8.2 |
| Details | 8 | 7.5 |
| Soundstage | 7.4 | 7.5 |
| Imaging | 7 | 8 |
| Dynamics | 5 | 7 |
| Tonality | 7.1 | 7.8 |
| Technicalities | 7.4 | 8.1 |
Sony IER-M9 Aggregated Review Score
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Thieaudio Hype 10 Aggregated Review Score
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Sony IER-M9 Details
Driver Configuration: 5BA
Tuning Type: Warm neutral
Brand: Sony Top Sony IEMs
Price (Msrp): $1,000
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Thieaudio Hype 10 Details
Driver Configuration: 2DD+10BA
Tuning Type: Jm1
Brand: ThieAudio Top ThieAudio IEMs
Price (Msrp): $899
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Sony IER-M9 User Review Score
Average User Scores
Average User Score:
Based on 1 user reviews
7.5Strongly Favorable
Thieaudio Hype 10 User Review Score
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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
BThieaudio Hype 10 Gaming Score
Gaming Score & Grade
- The gaming score is prioritizing technical capabilities of the IEM (Separation, Layering, Soundstage) and good value.
Gaming Score
7.2Gaming Grade
A-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.
Thieaudio Hype 10 Scorings
Average Technical & Tuning Grades
Average Tunign Grade
A- Well-executed tonal character. No major flaws with good technical control. Smooth presentation works with multiple genres.
Average Technical Grade
A+- Very competent with articulate presentation. Well-defined layers and precise imaging. Soundstage is immersive and handles dynamics well.
Sony IER-M9 Reviews
Reviewed by: Audionotions
8
Reviewer Score
Reviewed by: Precogvision
7.4
Reviewer Score
Precogvision Youtube Channel
Reviewed by: Tim Tuned
7
Reviewer Score
Tim Tuned Youtube Channel
Reviewed by: Crin
7
Reviewer Score
Crin Youtube Channel
Thieaudio Hype 10 Reviews
Reviewed by: Z-Reviews
8.5
* score normalized
Reviewed by: Jays Audio
8.5
Reviewer Score
Jays Audio Youtube Channel
Reviewed by: Jaytiss
8.5
Reviewer Score
Jaytiss Youtube Channel
Reviewed by: Gizaudio Axel
8
Reviewer Score
Gizaudio Axel original ranking
Gizaudio Axel Youtube ChannelReviewed by: Shuwa-T
7.8
Reviewer Score
Reviewed by: Tim Tuned
7.5
Reviewer Score
Reviewed by:
Fresh Reviews
6*
* The score of this reviewer influences only the Gaming Score
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.Thieaudio Hype 10 User Reviews
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