Kinera Celest Phoenixcall VS Kiwi Ears ETUDE

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

Kinera Celest Phoenixcall and Kiwi Ears ETUDE use 1DD+2BA+2Planar and 1DD+3BA+1VT driver setups respectively. Kinera Celest Phoenixcall costs $129 while Kiwi Ears ETUDE costs $119. Kinera Celest Phoenixcall is $10 more expensive. Kiwi Ears ETUDE holds a decisive 2-point edge in reviewer scores (5 vs 7). Kiwi Ears ETUDE has significantly better mids with a 2-point edge, Kiwi Ears ETUDE has significantly better treble with a 1-point edge and Kiwi Ears ETUDE has significantly better dynamics with a 2-point edge.

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Jaytiss Score
Kinera Celest Phoenixcall
5 /10
Jaytiss Score
Kiwi Ears ETUDE
7 /10
Score gap: 2.0
Metric Kinera Celest Phoenixcall Kiwi Ears ETUDE
Mids 4 6
Treble 4 5
Soundstage 6 6
Dynamics 5 7
Tonality 5 6
Technicalities 4 5
Take these comparisons with a grain of salt—we don't have enough Kinera Celest Phoenixcall and Kiwi Ears ETUDE reviews saved yet to provide an unbiased result.

Kinera Celest Phoenixcall Details

Driver Configuration: 1DD+2BA+2Planar

Tuning Type: V-Shaped

Brand: Kinera Top Kinera IEMs

Price (Msrp): $129

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Kiwi Ears ETUDE Details

Driver Configuration: 1DD+3BA+1VT

Tuning Type: V-Shaped

Brand: Kiwi Ears Top Kiwi Ears IEMs

Price (Msrp): $119

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Kinera Celest Phoenixcall Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

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

Average Technical Grade

C-
  • Resolution is limited, masking finer nuances and narrowing the soundstage. Busy mixes still overwhelm it with ease.
Mids C-
It delivers a workable midrange that could benefit from smoother transitions. Timbre isn't quite convincing yet.
Treble C-
Expect serviceable treble that keeps detail audible without much polish. It keeps the highs audible without elegance.
Dynamics C+
Dynamic performance is decent, delivering respectable macro swings with limited nuance. There's a fair amount of macrodynamic swing.
Soundstage B
Lateral spread stretches comfortably while front/back cues start to feel convincing. You can trace front-to-back movement.

Kiwi Ears ETUDE 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

C+
  • The presentation is steady if unspectacular, holding onto essential details when the music stays simple. Fine details occasionally slip through the cracks.
Mids B
It offers engaging mid frequencies with pleasing clarity and layering. Details emerge without becoming harsh.
Treble C+
Treble is decent, offering acceptable extension without harshness. It balances presence with a touch of restraint.
Dynamics A-
The system snaps into action with precision, highlighting every swell. Recordings feel energetic and alive.
Soundstage B
A satisfying balance of width and depth yields a stage that feels organized and engaging. Imaging lines up with the intended mix.

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