Softears Volume S VS DD ddHiFi x Moondrop Surface

IEM Comparison: Expert & Community Scores Side-by-Side

Softears Volume S and DD ddHiFi x Moondrop Surface use 2DD+2BA and 1DD+4BA driver setups respectively. Softears Volume S costs $320 while DD ddHiFi x Moondrop Surface costs $280. Softears Volume S is $40 more expensive. Softears Volume S holds a decisive 1.7-point edge in reviewer scores (8.5 vs 6.8). Softears Volume S carries a user score of 8.2. Softears Volume S has significantly better mids with a 3-point edge, Softears Volume S has significantly better treble with a 3-point edge, DD ddHiFi x Moondrop Surface has significantly better dynamics with a 1-point edge and Softears Volume S has significantly better soundstage with a 1-point edge.

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Jaytiss Score
Softears Volume S
8.5 /10
Jaytiss Score
DD ddHiFi x Moondrop Surface
6.8 /10
Score gap: 1.7
Metric Softears Volume S DD ddHiFi x Moondrop Surface
Mids 9 6
Treble 8 5
Soundstage 8 7
Dynamics 5 6
Tonality 7.5 5.8
Technicalities 8 5
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Softears Volume S Details

Driver Configuration: 2DD+2BA

Tuning Type: Neutral with Bass Boost

Brand: Softears Top Softears IEMs

Price (Msrp): $320

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DD ddHiFi x Moondrop Surface Details

Driver Configuration: 1DD+4BA

Tuning Type: n/a

Brand: Moondrop Top Moondrop IEMs

Price (Msrp): $280

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Softears Volume S Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

A
  • Tuning feels well executed, keeping a natural flow across the spectrum. Switching genres feels seamless.

Average Technical Grade

A+
  • A very capable technical display delivers articulate layers and poised imaging. It portrays reverbs and echoes with confidence.
Mids S
Expect a benchmark mid band that blends flawless accuracy with captivating presence. Vocals float in a perfectly defined space.
Treble A+
Highs sound shimmering and endless, with exquisite smoothness and detail. Air and sparkle feel endless.
Dynamics C+
It offers fair punch and contrast, though micro-dynamics could be sharper. Impact is satisfying for day-to-day use.
Soundstage A+
Immersive holography surrounds the listener, making the venue feel tangible and enveloping. It delivers a grand, cinematic presentation.

DD ddHiFi x Moondrop Surface Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

B-
  • Tonality is generally agreeable, though a few bumps remind you of its limits. Certain tracks spotlight its tonal quirks.

Average Technical Grade

C+
  • An honest, middle-of-the-road performance preserves structure without chasing micro-detail. It's respectable for everyday listening sessions.
Mids B
The mids are articulate and well-balanced, lending body to instruments. Instrument layering remains stable.
Treble C+
Expect a polite treble presentation that balances presence with restraint. Percussion carries a pleasant sparkle.
Dynamics B
You get confident dynamics that track both macro swings and rhythmic drive. There's life in every crescendo.
Soundstage A-
You hear both the breadth and the altitude of the mix, anchored by accurate positional cues. Immersion improves across genres.

Softears Volume S User Reviews

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Syren
9.2

A well-rounded, coherent IEM that shines in low-impedance tuning with excellent midrange clarity.

Tuning: S Tech: S- Bass: S- Mids: S Treble: A+ Dynamics: S Soundstage: S- Details: S Imaging: S-
Pros
Balanced, natural midrange with solid bass and rich accessories.
Cons
High-impedance mode feels unnecessary and shells may be bulky for small ears.
Makavelian
7.2

RSV with more bass quantity and better quality, at less than half the price.

Tuning: A- Tech: A- Bass: A Mids: A- Treble: A-
Pros
Very nicely balanced sound signature for all-rounder duties, with tonality and technical performance that punches above its price. More even sub - mid bass profile which results in a more cohesive, better textured bass vs harman/meta tuned sets.
Cons
Pinna gain isn't an ideal fit for my HRTF, hearing slightly too much upper-mid emphasis after extended listening and comparisons. Upper treble is lacking air vs more expensive sets, most evident in cymbal hits coming across dulled, not unlike the RSV

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