Sony MDR-EX1000 VS VSonic VSD3S

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Sony MDR-EX1000 and VSonic VSD3S are in-ear monitors. Sony MDR-EX1000 costs $0 while VSonic VSD3S costs $0. Sony MDR-EX1000 holds a decisive 1.7-point edge in reviewer scores (5.7 vs 4).

Insights

Metric Sony MDR-EX1000 VSonic VSD3S
Bass 6 4
Mids 4 4
Treble 4 4
Details 6 4
Imaging 8 4
Dynamics 6 4
Tonality 4.9 4
Technicalities 7.1 4.5

Sony MDR-EX1000 Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Precogvision
Crin

Average Reviewer Score:

5.7

Mixed


VSonic VSD3S Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Crin

Average Reviewer Score:

4

Unfavorable


Reviews Comparison

Sony MDR-EX1000 reviewed by Crin

Crin 6 Reviewer Score
C+ Tuning
A Tech
Outstanding imaging and detail retrieval though can be intense to listen to.

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VSonic VSD3S reviewed by Crin

Crin 4 Reviewer Score
C- Tuning
C Tech
Dangerous combo of recessed upper mids and strong treble emphasis.

Crin original ranking

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Sony MDR-EX1000 (more reviews)

Sony MDR-EX1000 reviewed by Precogvision

Precogvision 5.4 Reviewer Score
C Tuning
B+ Tech
Excellent imaging, but midrange and treble tonality needs work.

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Bass: B Mids: C- Treble: C- Dynamics: B Details: B Imaging: A+

Sony MDR-EX1000 User Review Score

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Sony MDR-EX1000 Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

6.4

Gaming Grade

B

VSonic VSD3S Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

4.4

Gaming Grade

C-

Sony MDR-EX1000 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

A-
  • Competent technical presentation. Handles separation and detail well in most tracks, with modest soundstage and acceptable imaging capabilities.
Bass B
Good bass foundation with decent impact. Maintains acceptable control while providing satisfying thump in most tracks.
Mids C-
Midrange is passable but unrefined. Lacks detail and smoothness, with occasional harshness in upper mids.
Treble C-
Average treble performance - present but lacking refinement. Some graininess or splashiness affects clarity.
Dynamics B
Good dynamic expression with solid impact. Handles volume contrasts well while maintaining good transient snap.
Details B
Good resolution with clear articulation of nuances. Reveals recording nuances and maintains clarity in complex passages.
Imaging A+
Exceptional imaging with holographic precision. Creates a palpable sense of physical placement with perfect positional stability.
Gaming B
Decent spatial awareness for fundamental positioning. Creates satisfying atmosphere in story-driven games while handling basic directional cues.

VSonic VSD3S 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.

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