Padsmith IEM VS Sony IER-NW510N

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Padsmith IEM and Sony IER-NW510N are in-ear monitors. Padsmith IEM costs $120 while Sony IER-NW510N costs $100. Padsmith IEM is $20 more expensive. Padsmith IEM holds a decisive 2.6-point edge in reviewer scores (6.6 vs 4).

Insights

Metric Padsmith IEM Sony IER-NW510N
Mids 5 4
Treble 4 4
Soundstage 7 4
Dynamics 6 4
Tonality 5.3 4
Technicalities 4 4

Padsmith IEM Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Fresh Reviews
Z-Reviews Jaytiss

Average Reviewer Score:

6.6

Cautiously Favorable


Sony IER-NW510N Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Super* Review

Average Reviewer Score:

4

Unfavorable


Reviews Comparison

Padsmith IEM (more reviews)

Padsmith IEM reviewed by Z-Reviews

Z-Reviews 6.8 * score normalized

Padsmith IEM reviewed by Jaytiss

Jaytiss 6.3 Reviewer Score
C+ Tuning
C- Tech
Packaged like theiaudio iem... lol this hobby.

Jaytiss original ranking

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

Padsmith IEM reviewed by Fresh Reviews

Fresh Reviews 5* * The score of this reviewer influences only the Gaming Score

Sony IER-NW510N (more reviews)

Sony IER-NW510N reviewed by Super* Review

Super* Review 4* * score normalized

Padsmith IEM User Review Score

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Padsmith IEM Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

3.9

Gaming Grade

D+

Sony IER-NW510N Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

4

Gaming Grade

C-

Padsmith IEM Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

C+
  • Generally enjoyable tonal character with some noticeable unevenness. Maintains listenability while showing room for refinement in frequency balance.

Average Technical Grade

C-
  • Limited resolution; finer nuances are masked. Soundstage feels narrow, and complex passages cause muddiness. Transitions lack finesse.
Mids C+
Decent midrange performance - balanced but unremarkable. Adequate clarity for most genres without notable flaws.
Treble C-
Average treble performance - present but lacking refinement. Some graininess or splashiness affects clarity.
Dynamics B
Good dynamic expression with solid impact. Handles volume contrasts well while maintaining good transient snap.
Soundstage A-
Excellent spatial presentation - wide, deep and tall. Precise instrument placement with clear separation in all dimensions.
Gaming D+
Compromised imaging significantly impacts gameplay awareness. Directional cues often lack accuracy or consistency.

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