Cayin YB04 - Reviews & Ratings

2 Reviews (C Tier | 5.1/10)

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Summary

Based on 2 reviews, the Cayin YB04 is receiving steady, if unspectacular, approval from reviewers, highlighting its dependable nature.

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Crin
Shuwa-T

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5.1

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Gaming Score

5

Gaming Grade

C+

Cayin YB04 Details

Driver Configuration: 4BA

Tuning Type: Neutral

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Price (Msrp): $500

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Reviews

Reviewed by: Shuwa-T

Shuwa-T 6.2 Reviewer Score
B Tuning
B Tech
Clean sounding monitor with a wide soundstage Somewhat strange midrange tuning with an overemphasis on the high-mids

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Bass: B+ Mids: B Treble: B- Soundstage: B Details: B+ Imaging: B+

Reviewed by: Crin

Crin 4 Reviewer Score
C- Tuning
C Tech
An odd take on neutrality that sounds weird and uneven.

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Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

C+
  • It sounds pleasant overall, with some uneven spots that hint at room for refinement. Vocals remain pleasant despite the imperfections.

Average Technical Grade

C+
  • Overall technicalities are acceptable, delivering enough clarity for casual sessions. Imaging is serviceable though not immersive.
Bass B+
Low end hits with respectable impact while staying reasonably tidy. You get a healthy sense of rhythm.
Mids B
Midrange presence is good, delivering clear vocals and solid texture. Voices come through with pleasing clarity.
Treble B-
Treble is decent, offering acceptable extension without harshness. It balances presence with a touch of restraint.
Soundstage B
You can map the ensemble with confidence thanks to solid spacing and coherent depth layering. Ambient effects feel believable.
Details B+
Good resolution with clear articulation of nuances that keeps complex passages intelligible. Micro-details pop without sounding forced.
Imaging B+
Layered vocals and harmonies remain distinct and easy to track. Layered vocals remain easy to track.
Gaming C+
Fundamental left/right positioning with limited depth perception. Works for non-competitive gaming but lacks precision. Bad value-to-cost for gaming purpose - not recommended

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