Sony IER-M9 - Reviews & Ratings
5 Reviews (A Tier | 7.4/10)
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Sony IER-M9
Summary
Based on 5 reviews and 1 user rating, the Sony IER-M9 is well liked by reviewers, with coverage that regularly highlights its strengths.
Average Reviewer Scores
Average Reviewer Score:
7.4Generally Favorable
Average User Scores
Average User Score:
Based on 1 user reviews
7.5Strongly Favorable
Gaming Score & Grade
- The gaming score is prioritizing technical capabilities of the IEM (Separation, Layering, Soundstage) and good value.
Gaming Score
6.5Gaming Grade
B+Sony IER-M9 Details
Driver Configuration: 5BA
Tuning Type: Neutral, Warm
Brand: Sony Top Sony IEMs
Price (Msrp): $1,000
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Reviews
Reviewed by: Yifang
8
Reviewer Score
S-
Tuning
A+
Tech
Reviewed by: Audionotions
7.5
Reviewer Score
Nice note weight, very balanced, shockingly good at imaging held back by finicky fit and vacuum seal - fit issues can be resolved by changing tips though (for me the stock silicone LL tips eliminated fit issues for me but YMMV). At used prices today, it's a steal.
Reviewed by: Precogvision
7.4
Reviewer Score
A-
Tuning
B+
Tech
Boring, but you won't find anything more well-rounded for the price. Exceptional timbre for a BA IEM.
Precogvision Youtube Channel
Precogvision Youtube Channel
Bass: A-
Mids: A+
Treble: A-
Dynamics: C+
Details: A+
Imaging: A-
Reviewed by: Tim Tuned
7
Reviewer Score
A-
Tuning
A+
Tech
Just great accross the board, nothing to fault
Not very special
Tim Tuned Youtube Channel
Tim Tuned Youtube Channel
Bass: A+
Mids: A+
Treble: A+
Reviewed by: Crin
7
Reviewer Score
A-
Tuning
A
Tech
Neutral tonality, highly coherent and decent detail pickup. The all-rounder of the IER lineup.
Crin Youtube Channel
Crin Youtube Channel
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Sony IER-M9 vs. ThieAudio Monarch MK4
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8.5 |
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8.4 |
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8.3 |
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8.2 |
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Sony IER-M9 vs. 64 Audio U4S
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8.1 |
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8.1 |
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8 |
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8 |
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7.9 |
Average Technical & Tuning Grades
Average Tunign Grade
A- Expect an inviting tonal blend that adapts well to genres while staying largely composed. It strikes a nice blend of warmth and clarity.
Average Technical Grade
A- Technical performance is solid, offering clear separation and consistent detail retrieval. There's enough space for instruments to breathe.
Bass
A
It serves up confident rumble and texture while keeping the spectrum balanced. You can enjoy bass-heavy music without fatigue.
Mids
A+
The midrange sounds refined and revealing, balancing clarity with emotional weight. Timbre accuracy rivals studio monitors.
Treble
A
The treble is exquisitely tuned, combining crystal detail with relaxed delivery. Micro-details emerge effortlessly.
Dynamics
C+
Expect solid impact overall, even if finer gradations feel a touch smoothed. Micro-details could still be sharper.
Details
A+
No subtlety is too small; the presentation exposes it all with composure. Complex tracks remain crystal clear.
Imaging
A-
Spatial cues respond immediately, reflecting every movement in the mix. Spatial cues respond instantly to the mix.
Gaming
B+
Respectable environmental presentation favors atmosphere over precision. Detects obvious directional cues while conveying game world ambiance. Bad value-to-cost for gaming purpose - not recommended
User Reviews
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7.5
Worth it at used prices for neutral warm all rounder.