Truthear Nova VS Kinera Relentless

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Truthear Nova and Kinera Relentless use 1DD+4BA and 6DD BA driver setups respectively. Truthear Nova costs $150 while Kinera Relentless costs $170. Kinera Relentless is $20 more expensive. Truthear Nova holds a decisive 1.3-point edge in reviewer scores (7.3 vs 6). Truthear Nova has significantly better mids with a 1-point edge, Truthear Nova has significantly better treble with a 2-point edge and Truthear Nova has significantly better dynamics with a 1-point edge.

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Jaytiss Score
Truthear Nova
7.3 /10
Jaytiss Score
Kinera Relentless
6 /10
Score gap: 1.3
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Mids 6 5
Treble 5 3
Soundstage 7 7
Dynamics 7 6
Tonality 6.3 5
Technicalities 5 3
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Jaytiss Reviews Comparison

Truthear Nova reviewed by

Jaytiss 7.3 Reviewer Score
B Tuning
C+ Tech
Nice set, great bass. Too much upper mids.

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Mids: B Treble: C+ Dynamics: A- Soundstage: A-
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Kinera Relentless reviewed by

Jaytiss 6 Reviewer Score
C+ Tuning
D Tech
A fun V -Shape. Great upper mids.

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Mids: C+ Treble: D Dynamics: B Soundstage: A-

Truthear Nova Details

Driver Configuration: 1DD+4BA

Tuning Type: U-Shaped

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Price (Msrp): $150

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Kinera Relentless Details

Driver Configuration: 6DD BA

Tuning Type: V-Shaped

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Price (Msrp): $170

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Truthear Nova Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

B
  • It sounds pleasant overall, with some uneven spots that hint at room for refinement. Vocals remain pleasant despite the imperfections.

Average Technical Grade

C+
  • Technical ability is serviceable, keeping basic detail intact across simpler tracks. It keeps up with acoustic tracks without much fuss.
Mids B
Expect a confident midrange that keeps details audible without harshness. Acoustic arrangements sound engaging.
Treble C+
Highs come through with reasonable clarity while staying mostly smooth. Sibilance is mostly controlled.
Dynamics A-
Expect excellent punch and micro-detail that render rhythmic shifts effortlessly. It keeps up with complex rhythmic swings.
Soundstage A-
Immersion steps up dramatically as width, depth, and height integrate into a cohesive hologram. Everything sounds naturally spaced.

Kinera Relentless Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

C+
  • Expect a friendly tonal balance that could use polish but remains inviting. Great for casual listening, less so for purists.

Average Technical Grade

D
  • Resolution is limited, masking finer nuances and narrowing the soundstage. Busy mixes still overwhelm it with ease.
Mids C+
The region sounds agreeable overall, delivering clarity without flashiness. Slight warmth keeps things easy-going.
Treble D
Expect treble that alternates between muted and splashy in the same track. Cymbals sound inconsistent across tracks.
Dynamics B
You get confident dynamics that track both macro swings and rhythmic drive. There's life in every crescendo.
Soundstage A-
Excellent spatial presentation that is wide, deep, and tall with precise instrument placement. Width, depth, and height all feel expanded.

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