Truthear Nova VS Aful Explorer
IEM Comparison: Expert & Community Scores Side-by-Side
Truthear Nova and Aful Explorer use 1DD+4BA and 1DD+2BA driver setups respectively. Truthear Nova costs $150 while Aful Explorer costs $120. Truthear Nova is $30 more expensive. Aful Explorer holds a slight 0.4-point edge in reviewer scores (6.7 vs 7.1). Truthear Nova has better bass with a 0.5-point edge, Truthear Nova has better mids with a 0.6-point edge, Aful Explorer has slightly better dynamics with a 0.3-point edge, Truthear Nova has better details with a 0.8-point edge and Truthear Nova has better imaging with a 0.5-point edge.
Insights
| Metric | Truthear Nova | Aful Explorer |
|---|---|---|
| Bass | 7 | 6.5 |
| Mids | 6.8 | 6.2 |
| Treble | 6.6 | 6.8 |
| Details | 7.3 | 6.5 |
| Soundstage | 7 | 7 |
| Imaging | 7 | 6.5 |
| Dynamics | 6.8 | 7 |
| Tonality | 6.8 | 7 |
| Technicalities | 6.8 | 6.6 |
Truthear Nova Aggregated Review Score
Truthear Nova Average Reviewer Scores
Aful Explorer Aggregated Review Score
Aful Explorer Average Reviewer Scores
Truthear Nova Details
Driver Configuration: 1DD+4BA
Tuning Type: harman
Price (Msrp): $150
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Aful Explorer Details
Driver Configuration: 1DD+2BA
Tuning Type: bass-boosted neutral
Price (Msrp): $120
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Truthear Nova User Review Score
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Truthear Nova Gaming Score
Gaming Score & Grade
- The gaming score is prioritizing technical capabilities of the IEM (Separation, Layering, Soundstage) and good value.
Gaming Score
6.8Gaming Grade
B+Aful Explorer Gaming Score
Gaming Score & Grade
- The gaming score is prioritizing technical capabilities of the IEM (Separation, Layering, Soundstage) and good value.
Gaming Score
6.7Gaming Grade
B+Truthear Nova Scorings
Average Technical & Tuning Grades
Average Tunign Grade
B+- Generally enjoyable tonal character with some noticeable unevenness. Maintains listenability while showing room for refinement in frequency balance.
Average Technical Grade
B+- Satisfactory technical performance. Handles basic detail retrieval adequately in most tracks. Maintains reasonable cohesion in simpler arrangements.
Aful Explorer Scorings
Average Technical & Tuning Grades
Average Tunign Grade
A-- Generally enjoyable tonal character with some noticeable unevenness. Maintains listenability while showing room for refinement in frequency balance.
Average Technical Grade
B+- Satisfactory technical performance. Handles basic detail retrieval adequately in most tracks. Maintains reasonable cohesion in simpler arrangements.
Truthear Nova Reviews
Truthear Nova reviewed by:
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5.5*
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Truthear Nova reviewed by: Super* Review
6*
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A little bit thin and shrill sounding. Hexa costs half as much and it's the better IEM.Super* Review original ranking
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Truthear Nova reviewed by: Smirk Audio
6.9
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Truthear Nova reviewed by: Jays Audio
7
Reviewer Score
NEED FOAM TIPS makes the treble smooth and clear. Very clean harman sound with smooth but well extended treble/one of the best treble under $200, no roll-off. The pinnacle of trying not to offend anyone, but light bass/low-end; another harman. Jays Audio Youtube Channel
Truthear Nova reviewed by: Tim Tuned
6.5
Reviewer Score
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Truthear Nova reviewed by: Jaytiss
7.3
Reviewer Score
Nice set, great bass. Too much upper mids. Jaytiss Youtube Channel
Truthear Nova reviewed by: Gizaudio Axel
6.5
Reviewer Score
A solid reference. Harman-style sound signature with solid sub-bass, clean forward vocals, smooth treble extension, and great detail. Could use more bass, vocals can feel lean and a bit intense at times.Gizaudio Axel original ranking
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Truthear Nova reviewed by: Shuwa-T
6.8
Reviewer Score
Overall clean sounding, works well with quicker pop genres (Jpop/Kpop) Male vocals recessed, does not work well with the other half of Jpop/Kpop. Lower midrange suffers from thinner note weight (tuning)
Aful Explorer Reviews
Aful Explorer reviewed by: Z-Reviews
8.5
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Aful Explorer reviewed by: Super* Review
8*
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Relaxed upper mid-range. Vocals sound a little bit more forward than instruments. Smooth treble performance.Super* Review original ranking
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Aful Explorer reviewed by: Smirk Audio
6.8
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Aful Explorer reviewed by: Jays Audio
6
Reviewer Score
High volume set, very immersive, scales great with no sharpness, wide staging, enough detail/extension, good bass, just crank it up and enjoy the music. Jays Audio Youtube Channel
Aful Explorer reviewed by: Jaytiss
7.6
Reviewer Score
The mids still upset me, but it sounds magical. Jaytiss Youtube Channel
Aful Explorer reviewed by: Gizaudio Axel
6.5
Reviewer Score
Perfect for rock and metal. Smooth, relaxing tuning, great bass with good slam, rich mid-range, safe treble. Upper mids may be too relaxed for some, treble is a bit dark.Gizaudio Axel original ranking
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Aful Explorer reviewed by: Shuwa-T
6.4
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