Kiwi Ears Septet VS MYER SL224
IEM Comparison: Expert & Community Scores Side-by-Side
Kiwi Ears Septet and MYER SL224 use 1DD+4BA+1Planar+1PZT and 2DD+2BA+4Micro-Planar driver setups respectively. Kiwi Ears Septet costs $269 while MYER SL224 costs $270. MYER SL224 is $1 more expensive. MYER SL224 holds a decisive 1.8-point edge in reviewer scores (6.8 vs 8.6). MYER SL224 has significantly better mids with a 2-point edge, MYER SL224 has significantly better treble with a 2-point edge, MYER SL224 has significantly better dynamics with a 2-point edge and MYER SL224 has significantly better soundstage with a 1.5-point edge.
Insights
| Metric | Kiwi Ears Septet | MYER SL224 |
|---|---|---|
| Mids | 5 | 7 |
| Treble | 5 | 7 |
| Soundstage | 7 | 8.5 |
| Dynamics | 6 | 8 |
| Tonality | 5.8 | 7.6 |
| Technicalities | 5 | 7 |
Jaytiss Reviews Comparison
Kiwi Ears Septet reviewed by
6.8
Reviewer Score
Youtube Video Summary
The Kiwi Ears Septet is a multi-driver oddball in the best way: a single DD + 4BA + planar + PZT hybrid with an open-back shell at $259. Build is solid with a metal body, flat 2-pin sockets and a handsome modular cable; fit is stable and isolation would be strong if it weren’t vented. It’s clearly aimed at listeners who want something different in both design and presentation.
Sonically it’s a down-tilted, slightly L-shaped tuning: deep, thumpy bass, subdued upper-mids, and a sparkly 4–6 kHz region that adds air and detail. The open structure creates a speaker-like stage—wide, clean imaging with a sense of room—but it can show a hint of hiss and benefits from more power (dongle/DAP recommended) to wake up dynamics. It’s a unique, spacious listen that some will love and others won’t; while the treble and imaging impress and it earns a recommendation (even a spot in a price-tier top 10), those wanting stronger presence in vocals may prefer Kiwi Ears’ more conventional tunings or adjacent sets like Astral or Performer series.
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MYER SL224 reviewed by
2025-09-24
8.6
Reviewer Score
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Kiwi Ears Septet Details
Driver Configuration: 1DD+4BA+1Planar+1PZT
Tuning Type: Neutral, Bright
Brand: Kiwi Ears Top Kiwi Ears IEMs
Price (Msrp): $269
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MYER SL224 Details
Driver Configuration: 2DD+2BA+4Micro-Planar
Tuning Type: Neutral
Price (Msrp): $269.99
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Kiwi Ears Septet 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+- It offers a competent showing, maintaining cohesion on straightforward arrangements. Complex passages start to challenge it, but never derail the show.
MYER SL224 Scorings
Average Technical & Tuning Grades
Average Tunign Grade
A- Overall balance feels confident and refined, rewarding long listening sessions. A reliable all-rounder for everyday listening.
Average Technical Grade
A-- A competent technical showing keeps separation intact while delivering modest staging. It feels tidy even when recordings stack layers.
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