Padsmith IEM VS Yu9 U556
IEM Comparison: Expert & Community Scores Side-by-Side
Padsmith IEM and Yu9 U556 use 1DD+1Planar and 1BA driver setups respectively. Padsmith IEM costs $120 while Yu9 U556 costs $136. Yu9 U556 is $16 more expensive. Padsmith IEM holds a decisive 2.3-point edge in reviewer scores (7 vs 4.7). Yu9 U556 has significantly better mids with a 1-point edge, Yu9 U556 has significantly better treble with a 1-point edge and Padsmith IEM has significantly better dynamics with a 2-point edge.
Insights
| Metric | Padsmith IEM | Yu9 U556 |
|---|---|---|
| Bass | 7 | 4 |
| Mids | 5 | 6 |
| Treble | 4 | 5 |
| Details | 7 | 4 |
| Soundstage | 7 | 4.7 |
| Imaging | 7 | 4 |
| Dynamics | 6 | 4 |
| Tonality | 6.7 | 5 |
| Technicalities | 6 | 4 |
Padsmith IEM Aggregated Review Score
Average Reviewer Scores
Average Reviewer Score:
7Generally Favorable
Yu9 U556 Aggregated Review Score
Average Reviewer Scores
Average Reviewer Score:
4.7Generally Unfavorable
Reviews Comparison
Padsmith IEM (more reviews)
Padsmith IEM reviewed by Audio Amigo
8
* score rescaled + normalized
Audio Amigo Youtube Channel
Padsmith IEM reviewed by Kois Archive
7
Reviewer Score
Kois Archive Youtube Channel
Padsmith IEM reviewed by Z-Reviews
6.8
* score rescaled + normalized
Padsmith IEM reviewed by Jaytiss
6.3
Reviewer Score
Jaytiss Youtube Channel
Padsmith IEM reviewed by
Fresh Reviews
5*
* The score of this reviewer influences only the Gaming
Score
Yu9 U556 (more reviews)
Yu9 U556 reviewed by Precogvision
4.7
Reviewer Score
Precogvision Youtube Channel
Padsmith IEM Details
Driver Configuration: 1DD+1Planar
Tuning Type: Neutral, Warm
Price (Msrp): $120
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Yu9 U556 Details
Driver Configuration: 1BA
Tuning Type: n/a
Brand: Yu9 Top Yu9 IEMs
Price (Msrp): $136
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Padsmith IEM User Review Score
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Padsmith IEM Gaming Score
Gaming Score & Grade
- The gaming score is prioritizing technical capabilities of the IEM (Separation, Layering, Soundstage) and good value.
Gaming Score
5.7Gaming Grade
B-Yu9 U556 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-Padsmith IEM Scorings
Average Technical & Tuning Grades
Average Tunign Grade
B+- The tuning leans easygoing, yet occasional unevenness nudges it away from greatness. A bit of EQ polish can smooth things nicely.
Average Technical Grade
B- An honest, middle-of-the-road performance preserves structure without chasing micro-detail. It's respectable for everyday listening sessions.
Yu9 U556 Scorings
Average Technical & Tuning Grades
Average Tunign Grade
C+- A mostly enjoyable signature keeps things listenable despite a handful of quirks. It handles most playlists without major complaints.
Average Technical Grade
C-- Textural information blurs together, making the stage feel pinched and gray. Instrument edges blur together frequently.
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