Sony XBA-40 VS Tigerism Octave

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Sony XBA-40 Aggregated Review Score

Sony XBA-40 Average Reviewer Scores

Crin

Average Reviewer Score:

4.5

Negative

Tigerism Octave Aggregated Review Score

Tigerism Octave Average Reviewer Scores

Shuwa-T
Z-Reviews

Average Reviewer Score:

6.5

Mixed Reviews

Sony XBA-40 Details

Driver Configuration: 4BA

Tuning Type: V-Shaped

Price (Msrp): (disc.)

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Tigerism Octave Details

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Sony XBA-40 Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

4.5

Gaming Grade

C

Tigerism Octave Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

6.1

Gaming Grade

B

Sony XBA-40 Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

C
  • Significantly flawed tuning. Noticeable frequency imbalances and unnatural timbre distract from music. Lacks versatility across recordings.

Average Technical Grade

C
  • Limited resolution; finer nuances are masked. Soundstage feels narrow, and complex passages cause muddiness. Transitions lack finesse.
Gaming C
Minimal environmental definition provides only general audio cues. Suitable for games where positioning isn't critical.

Tigerism Octave Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

B-
  • Flawed execution of tonal character. Noticeable peaks/dips affect timbre and coherence. May suit specific genres but lacks refinement.

Average Technical Grade

B
  • Competent but unremarkable. Decent detail retrieval in quieter tracks, though busy sections challenge cohesion. Imaging is average, lacking depth.
Bass B
Good bass foundation with decent impact. Maintains acceptable control while providing satisfying thump in most tracks.
Mids B
Good midrange presence with solid clarity. Vocals are clear and instruments have reasonable texture and body.
Treble B-
Decent treble with acceptable extension and detail. Can sound slightly unrefined but avoids being harsh or sibilant.
Soundstage B
Good soundstage with proper width and depth. Instruments have clear positioning with reasonable front/back placement.
Details B
Good resolution with clear articulation of nuances. Reveals recording nuances and maintains clarity in complex passages.
Imaging B+
Good imaging with precise instrument placement. Clear localization within the soundstage including front/back positioning.
Gaming B
Decent spatial awareness for fundamental positioning. Creates satisfying atmosphere in story-driven games while handling basic directional cues.

Sony XBA-40 Reviews

Sony XBA-40 reviewed by:

Crin 4.5 Reviewer Score
C Tuning
C Tech
General downsloping response with an odd upper midrange tuning.

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Tigerism Octave Reviews

Tigerism Octave reviewed by:

Shuwa-T 6 Reviewer Score
B- Tuning
B Tech
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Bass: B Mids: B Treble: B- Soundstage: B Details: B Imaging: B+

Tigerism Octave reviewed by:

Z-Reviews 7 * score normalized
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