Soranik Bastille and Sony IER Z1R are in-ear monitors. Soranik Bastille costs $1,299 while Sony IER Z1R costs $1,700. Sony IER Z1R is $401 more expensive. Sony IER Z1R holds a decisive 3.1-point edge in reviewer scores (5.1 vs 8.2). Sony IER Z1R has significantly better bass with a 4-point edge, Sony IER Z1R has significantly better mids with a 3.3-point edge, Sony IER Z1R has significantly better treble with a 3.3-point edge, Sony IER Z1R has significantly better soundstage with a 2.5-point edge, Sony IER Z1R has significantly better details with a 1.9-point edge and Sony IER Z1R has significantly better imaging with a 2.6-point edge.
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Metric | Soranik Bastille | Sony IER Z1R |
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Bass | 5.5 | 9.5 |
Mids | 3.5 | 6.8 |
Treble | 4.5 | 7.8 |
Details | 5.5 | 7.4 |
Soundstage | 5.5 | 8 |
Imaging | 6 | 8.6 |
Dynamics | 5.1 | 7.3 |
Gaming capabilities | 4.3 | 6.6 |
Soranik Bastille Aggregated Review Score
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Soranik Bastille Details
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Tuning Type: n/a
Price (Msrp): $1,299
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Sony IER Z1R Details
Driver Configuration: 2DD+1BA
Tuning Type: V-Shaped
Price (Msrp): $1,700
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Soranik Bastille Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade
- The gaming score is prioritizing technical capabilities of the IEM (Separation, Layering, Soundstage) and good value.
Gaming Score
4.3Gaming Grade
C-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+Soranik Bastille 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
B-- Satisfactory technical performance. Handles basic detail retrieval adequately in most tracks. Maintains reasonable cohesion in simpler arrangements.
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.
Soranik Bastille Reviews
Soranik Bastille reviewed by: Shuwa-T
Strange midrange, with subpar technicalities at this price
Sony IER Z1R Reviews
Sony IER Z1R reviewed by: Smirk Audio
Visceral, hard-hitting bass, sparkly treble, and a large, spherical soundstage with impressive height. Fit may pose a challenge for many. Cons: Poor fit.
Sony IER Z1R reviewed by: Super* Review
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Sony IER Z1R reviewed by: Jays Audio
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
Incredible extensions on both ends Lower midrange Tim Tuned Youtube Channel
Sony IER Z1R reviewed by: Precogvision
Top-tier bass, treble, and soundstage height and width. I don't approve of the midrange these days. Precogvision Youtube Channel
Sony IER Z1R reviewed by: Crin
Extended yet natural treble, realistic sub-bass focus and spacious imaging capabilities. Crin Youtube Channel
Sony IER Z1R reviewed by: Shuwa-T
Fun sounding without going overboard with the subbass, organic timbre The fit is atrocious, treble can get spicy on hi-hats
Sony IER Z1R reviewed by: Nymz
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.
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