Soundmagic E11 and Kiwi Ears Cadenza are in-ear monitors. Soundmagic E11 costs $40 while Kiwi Ears Cadenza costs $35. Soundmagic E11 is $5 more expensive. Kiwi Ears Cadenza holds a clear 0.8-point edge in reviewer scores (4.5 vs 5.3). Kiwi Ears Cadenza carries a user score of 6.2.
Insights
Metric | Soundmagic E11 | Kiwi Ears Cadenza |
---|---|---|
Bass | 4.5 | 5.8 |
Mids | 4.5 | 5.6 |
Treble | 4.5 | 5.1 |
Details | 4.5 | 4.3 |
Soundstage | 4.5 | 5.3 |
Imaging | 4.5 | 4.3 |
Dynamics | 4.5 | 6 |
Tonality | 4.5 | 5.4 |
Technicalities | 4.5 | 4.9 |
Soundmagic E11 Aggregated Review Score
Average Reviewer Scores
Average Reviewer Score:
4.5Generally Unfavorable
Kiwi Ears Cadenza Aggregated Review Score
Average Reviewer Scores
Average Reviewer Score:
5.3Mixed to Negative
Reviews Comparison
Soundmagic E11 (more reviews)
Soundmagic E11 reviewed by Crin
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Kiwi Ears Cadenza reviewed by Super* Review
Kiwi Ears Cadenza reviewed by Bad Guy Good Audio
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Kiwi Ears Cadenza reviewed by Z-Reviews
Kiwi Ears Cadenza reviewed by Shuwa-T
Kiwi Ears Cadenza reviewed by Tim Tuned
Tim Tuned Youtube Channel
Kiwi Ears Cadenza reviewed by Audionotions
Kiwi Ears Cadenza reviewed by Jays Audio
Jays Audio Youtube Channel
Kiwi Ears Cadenza reviewed by Nymz
Soundmagic E11 Details
Driver Configuration:
Tuning Type: Mild U-shape
Price (Msrp): $40
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Kiwi Ears Cadenza Details
Driver Configuration:
Tuning Type: Mild V
Brand: Kiwi Ears Top Kiwi Ears IEMs
Price (Msrp): $35
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Soundmagic E11 User Review Score
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Kiwi Ears Cadenza User Review Score
Average User Scores
Average User Score:
Based on 1 user reviews
6.2Mixed to Positive
Soundmagic E11 Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade
- The gaming score is prioritizing technical capabilities of the IEM (Separation, Layering, Soundstage) and good value.
Gaming Score
4.5Gaming Grade
CKiwi Ears Cadenza Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade
- The gaming score is prioritizing technical capabilities of the IEM (Separation, Layering, Soundstage) and good value.
Gaming Score
5Gaming Grade
C+Soundmagic E11 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.
Kiwi Ears Cadenza 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.
Soundmagic E11 User Reviews
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