Kiwi Ears CANTA VS Etymotic ER2SE

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Kiwi Ears CANTA and Etymotic ER2SE are in-ear monitors. Kiwi Ears CANTA costs $89 while Etymotic ER2SE costs $80. Kiwi Ears CANTA is $9 more expensive. Kiwi Ears CANTA holds a decisive 2.7-point edge in reviewer scores (6 vs 3.3). Kiwi Ears CANTA has significantly better treble with a 5-point edge, Kiwi Ears CANTA has significantly better dynamics with a 4-point edge and Kiwi Ears CANTA has significantly better soundstage with a 1-point edge.

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Jaytiss Score
Kiwi Ears CANTA
6 /10
Jaytiss Score
Etymotic ER2SE
3.3 /10
Score gap: 2.7
Metric Kiwi Ears CANTA Etymotic ER2SE
Mids 4 4
Treble 7 2
Soundstage 6 5
Dynamics 5 1
Tonality 5 3.3
Technicalities 7 2
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Jaytiss Reviews Comparison

Kiwi Ears CANTA reviewed by

Jaytiss 6 Reviewer Score
C+ Tuning
A- Tech
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Mids: C- Treble: A- Dynamics: C+ Soundstage: B

Etymotic ER2SE reviewed by

Jaytiss 3.3 Reviewer Score
D Tuning
E+ Tech
Old, Treble for days.

Jaytiss original ranking

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Mids: C- Treble: E+ Dynamics: E- Soundstage: C+

Kiwi Ears CANTA Details

Driver Configuration: n/a

Tuning Type: n/a

Brand: Kiwi Ears Top Kiwi Ears IEMs

Price (Msrp): $89

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Etymotic ER2SE Details

Driver Configuration: 1DD

Tuning Type: Neutral

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Brand: Etymotic Top Etymotic IEMs

Price (Msrp): $80

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Kiwi Ears CANTA Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

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

Average Technical Grade

A-
  • A competent technical showing keeps separation intact while delivering modest staging. It feels tidy even when recordings stack layers.
Mids C-
Expect adequate midrange presence with a touch of grit and unevenness. Textures smear when the mix gets busy.
Treble A-
Treble performance is excellent—airy, extended, and beautifully controlled. It reveals subtle studio ambiance.
Dynamics C+
You get reliable macrodynamics, with micro shifts that remain only adequate. A reliable performer for most tracks.
Soundstage B
A satisfying balance of width and depth yields a stage that feels organized and engaging. Imaging lines up with the intended mix.

Etymotic ER2SE Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

D
  • Tonality remains inconsistent, with uneven peaks and dips that disrupt musical flow. You'll constantly notice peaks or dips pulling focus.

Average Technical Grade

E+
  • Instrument separation collapses instantly, burying nuances and leaving everything in a gray blur. Layered arrangements collapse into a messy haze.
Mids C-
The mids sound serviceable but rough around the edges, needing polish. Occasional glare can creep into upper mids.
Treble E+
Treble feels muted, reducing brilliance and sheen across tracks. Recordings lack their usual energy.
Dynamics E-
Dynamic expression is extremely poor, draining impact from every hit. Notes lack the startle or decay they need.
Soundstage C+
Decent spatial presentation with noticeable width and a modest step forward in depth perception. There's a mild sense of width to enjoy.

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