Sony IER Z1R VS 64 Audio U12t
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Sony IER Z1R and 64 Audio U12t use 2DD+1BA and 12BA driver setups respectively. Sony IER Z1R costs $1,700 while 64 Audio U12t costs $2,000. 64 Audio U12t is $300 more expensive. 64 Audio U12t holds a slight 0.2-point edge in reviewer scores (8.2 vs 8.4). Sony IER Z1R has significantly better bass with a 1.2-point edge, 64 Audio U12t has significantly better mids with a 1.5-point edge, 64 Audio U12t has slightly better dynamics with a 0.4-point edge, 64 Audio U12t has slightly better soundstage with a 0.3-point edge, 64 Audio U12t has significantly better details with a 1.4-point edge and 64 Audio U12t has slightly better imaging with a 0.4-point edge.
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| Metric | Sony IER Z1R | 64 Audio U12t |
|---|---|---|
| Bass | 9.5 | 8.3 |
| Mids | 6.8 | 8.3 |
| Treble | 7.8 | 7.8 |
| Details | 7.4 | 8.8 |
| Soundstage | 8 | 8.3 |
| Imaging | 8.6 | 9 |
| Dynamics | 7.3 | 7.7 |
| Gaming capabilities | 6.6 | 6.9 |
Sony IER Z1R Aggregated Review Score
Sony IER Z1R Average Reviewer Scores
64 Audio U12t Aggregated Review Score
64 Audio U12t Average Reviewer Scores
Sony IER Z1R Details
Driver Configuration: 2DD+1BA
Tuning Type: V-Shaped
Price (Msrp): $1,700
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64 Audio U12t Details
Driver Configuration: 12BA
Tuning Type: U-Shaped
Price (Msrp): $2,000
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Sony IER Z1R Gaming Score
Gaming Score & Grade
- The gaming score is prioritizing technical capabilities of the IEM (Separation, Layering, Soundstage) and good value.
Gaming Score
6.6Gaming Grade
B+64 Audio U12t Gaming Score
Gaming Score & Grade
- The gaming score is prioritizing technical capabilities of the IEM (Separation, Layering, Soundstage) and good value.
Gaming Score
6.9Gaming Grade
B+Sony IER Z1R 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
A+- Very competent with articulate presentation. Well-defined layers and precise imaging. Soundstage is immersive and handles dynamics well.
Bass
S
World-class bass performance. Perfectly balanced between visceral impact, texture, and depth with zero bleed into mids.
Mids
B+
Good midrange presence with solid clarity. Vocals are clear and instruments have reasonable texture and body.
Treble
A
Excellent treble: airy, extended and well-controlled. Great micro-detail retrieval without sibilance or harshness.
Dynamics
A-
Excellent dynamics with great contrast and speed. Transients are crisp and micro-details are clearly articulated.
Soundstage
A+
Exceptional soundstage with holographic imaging. Creates a truly three-dimensional space where instruments float naturally around you.
Details
A-
Excellent detail retrieval: highly resolving without being clinical. Effortlessly reveals micro-details and textural subtleties.
Imaging
S-
Exceptional imaging with holographic precision. Creates a palpable sense of physical placement with perfect positional stability.
Gaming
B+
Respectable environmental presentation favors atmosphere over precision. Detects obvious directional cues while conveying game world ambiance. Bad value-to-cost for gaming purpose - not recommended
64 Audio U12t 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
S-- Excellent clarity and detail. Precise imaging and expansive soundstage. Manages complex passages with minimal smearing and good transient speed.
Bass
A+
Excellent bass response - powerful yet controlled. Deep extension with authoritative slam while maintaining clarity.
Mids
A+
Superb midrange that's rich and resolving. Exceptional transparency and micro-details with perfect vocal/instrument balance.
Treble
A
Excellent treble: airy, extended and well-controlled. Great micro-detail retrieval without sibilance or harshness.
Dynamics
A
Excellent dynamics with great contrast and speed. Transients are crisp and micro-details are clearly articulated.
Soundstage
A+
Exceptional soundstage with holographic imaging. Creates a truly three-dimensional space where instruments float naturally around you.
Details
S-
Exceptional resolution that uncovers the deepest layers. Retrieves even the most minute details while maintaining natural timbre.
Imaging
S
Reference-class imaging: perfectly pinpoint accuracy in 3D space. Utterly realistic placement with zero positional drift.
Gaming
B+
Respectable environmental presentation favors atmosphere over precision. Detects obvious directional cues while conveying game world ambiance. Bad value-to-cost for gaming purpose - not recommended
Sony IER Z1R Reviews
Sony IER Z1R reviewed by: Smirk Audio
7.9
Reviewer Score
A+
Tuning
A
Tech
Visceral, hard-hitting bass, sparkly treble, and a large, spherical soundstage with impressive height. Fit may pose a challenge for many. Cons: Poor fit.
Bass: S
Mids: A
Treble: A+
Dynamics: A
Details: A-
Imaging: S-
Sony IER Z1R reviewed by: Super* Review
9*
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Sony IER Z1R reviewed by: Jays Audio
9
Reviewer Score
S
Tuning
S
Tech
Best of the best in most areas, but vocals and mids can be thin due to fit issues. Insane bass texture/detail and HUGE soundstage. One of the best trebles I've heard. Jays Audio Youtube Channel
Sony IER Z1R reviewed by: Tim Tuned
7.5
Reviewer Score
A
Tuning
A+
Tech
Incredible extensions on both ends Lower midrange Tim Tuned Youtube Channel
Bass: S+
Mids: A-
Treble: A+
Sony IER Z1R reviewed by: Precogvision
7.9
Reviewer Score
A+
Tuning
A
Tech
Top-tier bass, treble, and soundstage height and width. I don't approve of the midrange these days. Precogvision Youtube Channel
Bass: S+
Mids: B
Treble: A+
Dynamics: A-
Details: A-
Imaging: S
Sony IER Z1R reviewed by: Crin
8
Reviewer Score
A+
Tuning
S-
Tech
Extended yet natural treble, realistic sub-bass focus and spacious imaging capabilities. Crin Youtube Channel
Sony IER Z1R reviewed by: Shuwa-T
7.9
Reviewer Score
A
Tuning
A+
Tech
Fun sounding without going overboard with the subbass, organic timbre The fit is atrocious, treble can get spicy on hi-hats
Bass: S-
Mids: A
Treble: A-
Soundstage: A+
Details: S-
Imaging: A+
Sony IER Z1R reviewed by: Nymz
8
Reviewer Score
A+
Tuning
A+
Tech
Recessed mids I can't approved but best bass tactility I've heard. One of the best stage I've heard. Top of the class treble. Fit is a massive problem for most - one of those that needs to be demoed before pressing checkout.
Bass: S+
Mids: B
Treble: A+
Details: A-
Imaging: S
64 Audio U12t Reviews
64 Audio U12t reviewed by: Smirk Audio
7.9
Reviewer Score
A
Tuning
A+
Tech
Good resolution and dynamics with great imaging. Smooth, slightly recessed upper-mids with an upper treble peak.
Bass: A-
Mids: A+
Treble: A
Dynamics: A+
Details: A+
Imaging: S-
64 Audio U12t reviewed by: Super* Review
10*
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64 Audio U12t reviewed by: Jays Audio
8.5
Reviewer Score
A+
Tuning
S
Tech
TOTL tech. Mid-scoop can affect mids/vocal texture and placement, recessed midrange, treble is harsh at high volumes. Great bass detail, but could have more impact. Jays Audio Youtube Channel
64 Audio U12t reviewed by: Tim Tuned
7.5
Reviewer Score
A
Tuning
S
Tech
Extremely versatile signature, great bass and details Potentially too safe tuning wise Tim Tuned Youtube Channel
Bass: S
Mids: A-
Treble: A+
64 Audio U12t reviewed by: Precogvision
8.6
Reviewer Score
A+
Tuning
S-
Tech
Terrific dynamic range and soundstage depth; the closest I have heard to a two-channel system in an IEM for these qualities. Precogvision Youtube Channel
Bass: A+
Mids: S
Treble: A-
Dynamics: A+
Details: S
Imaging: S
64 Audio U12t reviewed by: Jaytiss
7.8
Reviewer Score
A
Tuning
A+
Tech
Just Smooth and nice, great all arounder with smooth technicals, but too boring. Jaytiss Youtube Channel
Mids: A+
Treble: A+
Dynamics: A-
Soundstage: A+
64 Audio U12t reviewed by: Crin
7.5
Reviewer Score
A
Tuning
A+
Tech
Amazing bass (for a BA), top-tier resolution and detail-oriented signature. Crin Youtube Channel
64 Audio U12t reviewed by: Shuwa-T
8.5
Reviewer Score
A+
Tuning
S-
Tech
Comment: Really clean sounding monitor with excellent technical aspects. Bass texture, superb clarity Can sound too sterile
Bass: S-
Mids: S-
Treble: A+
Soundstage: S-
Details: S
Imaging: S-
64 Audio U12t reviewed by: Nymz
9.1
Reviewer Score
S-
Tuning
S
Tech
As good as it gets. Great tuning and techs. Best set I've heard to date. Closest thing to speakers. Love it.
Bass: S
Mids: S
Treble: A+
Details: S
Imaging: S+
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