Dunu Kima VS Aful Explorer

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

Dunu Kima and Aful Explorer are in-ear monitors. Dunu Kima costs $110 while Aful Explorer costs $120. Aful Explorer is $10 more expensive. Aful Explorer holds a decisive 2.8-point edge in reviewer scores (4.5 vs 7.3). Aful Explorer has significantly better treble with a 4-point edge and Aful Explorer has significantly better dynamics with a 4-point edge.

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Jaytiss Score
Dunu Kima
4.5 /10
Jaytiss Score
Aful Explorer
7.3 /10
Score gap: 2.8
Metric Dunu Kima Aful Explorer
Mids 5 5
Treble 3 7
Soundstage 6 6
Dynamics 3 7
Tonality 4.5 6.3
Technicalities 3 7
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Jaytiss Reviews Comparison

Dunu Kima reviewed by

Jaytiss 4.5 Reviewer Score
C Tuning
D Tech
Sounds good. Smooth and Fast. Definate upgrade to the Dunu Titan S.

Jaytiss original ranking

Jaytiss Youtube Channel
Mids: C+ Treble: D Dynamics: D Soundstage: B

Dunu Kima Details

Driver Configuration:

Tuning Type: V-Shaped

Brand: DUNU Top DUNU IEMs

Price (Msrp): $110

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Aful Explorer Details

Driver Configuration: 1DD+2BA

Tuning Type: Neutral with Bass Boost

Brand: AFUL Top AFUL IEMs

Price (Msrp): $120

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Dunu Kima Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

C
  • Uneven emphasis across the spectrum keeps the presentation unsettled and awkward. Acoustic instruments lose their natural body.

Average Technical Grade

D
  • Resolution is limited, masking finer nuances and narrowing the soundstage. Busy mixes still overwhelm it with ease.
Mids C+
It presents a stable midrange foundation suitable for everyday listening. Clarity is serviceable without standing out.
Treble D
Expect treble that alternates between muted and splashy in the same track. Cymbals sound inconsistent across tracks.
Dynamics D
Dynamics come across throttled, leaving energetic moments underwhelming. Energetic passages land with a thud.
Soundstage B
The presentation supplies a believable venue outline where each instrument owns its pocket of space. The stage opens up nicely for live cuts.

Aful Explorer Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

B
  • A mostly enjoyable signature keeps things listenable despite a handful of quirks. It handles most playlists without major complaints.

Average Technical Grade

A-
  • You get a controlled, composed performance, marrying decent clarity with a still-modest sense of space. A safe technical performer for the price bracket.
Mids C+
The mids are solid and dependable, though not especially remarkable. Vocals stay reasonably grounded in the mix.
Treble A-
The treble is exquisitely tuned, combining crystal detail with relaxed delivery. Micro-details emerge effortlessly.
Dynamics A-
You get outstanding dynamic agility, from subtle nuances to big hits. Impact comes with quick recovery.
Soundstage B
You can map the ensemble with confidence thanks to solid spacing and coherent depth layering. Ambient effects feel believable.

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