Thieaudio Valhalla VS Lime Ears Maris

Thieaudio Valhalla and Lime Ears Maris use 19BA and 6BA,+2BC+2DD,+2EST, driver setups respectively. Thieaudio Valhalla costs $2,000 while Lime Ears Maris costs $2,700. Lime Ears Maris is $700 more expensive. Thieaudio Valhalla holds a decisive 1.1-point edge in reviewer scores (9.6 vs 8.5). Thieaudio Valhalla has significantly better mids with a 2-point edge and Thieaudio Valhalla has significantly better dynamics with a 2-point edge.

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Thieaudio Valhalla

9.6 /10

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Lime Ears Maris

8.5 /10

Score gap: 1.1

Metric	Thieaudio Valhalla	Lime Ears Maris
Mids	9	7
Treble	8	8
Soundstage	9	9
Dynamics	8	6
Tonality	8.6	7.5
Technicalities	8	8

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Thieaudio Valhalla reviewed by

9.6 Reviewer Score

S- Tuning

A+ Tech

Big fan, but lack fantastic air like some other sets.

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Thieaudio Valhalla lands as a 19-BA flagship around $2,000 that doubles down on build and ergonomics. The titanium shell is chunky but beautifully machined, skin-friendly, and the nozzle grips tips securely; faceplates are swappable for a premium if the stock look isn’t it. Accessories are basic—tips, foams, brush, the usual case—and the stock cable is comfy with a working chin slider, but the modular 3.5/4.4 plugs don’t lock and can pop off too easily. The slightly recessed 2-pin is fine, yet the ear-side barrel leaves a small gap that doesn’t sit flush; a simple aftermarket cable fixes the vibe. Taken as an object, this is world-class industrial design with a couple cable quirks.

On the ear, Valhalla hits a clean, incisive neutrality with just enough flavor. Sub-bass is surprisingly firm for BA, mid-bass stays tidy, and the mids are pristine—no glaze, no haze. There’s a tasteful dip through ~3–6 kHz that keeps the upper-mids from shouting, while a touch of 8 kHz sparkle adds air; treble extends smoothly without turning edgy. It’s a highly technical, high-resolution listen that can read “almost boring” if a colored signature is the goal—but for detail, separation, and coherence, it delivers. Unit variation appears minor (another sample showed a bit more 4–6 k energy), yet the core tuning stays intact.

Versus housemates: Origin swings bassier and “fun”; Valhalla feels cleaner, clearer, more resolute. Hype 2/4 don’t match the air and microdetail; Hype 10 gets closer up top but raises value questions. Oracle MK3 has more 4–5 k zing and lighter sub-bass; Fatfreq Grand Maestro hits similarly rich lows but brings fit hassles and module faff. Against the Elysian Annihilator, pick Annihilator for extra sub-bass and spectacle; pick Valhalla for comfort, longevity, and easy cable-swapping. Not perfect—the stock cable system is flimsy and the “air” isn’t the most crystalline—but this is a top-tier contender with a refined, broadly pleasing tuning and a shell that feels built to outlast the hype.

Mids: S Treble: A+ Dynamics: A+ Soundstage: S

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Price: $1,999

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Lime Ears Maris reviewed by

8.5 Reviewer Score

A Tuning

A+ Tech

Great all arounder, fantastic drivers and inoffensive.

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Lime Ears Maris is a flagship 12-driver quad-brid with branded components, combining multiple BAs for lows/mids, dual Sonion ESTs for air, and a dual Sonion bone conductor for full-range weight. At $2,700 (“Ensemble”), it brings a thin-walled but comfortably large shell, flat 2-pin sockets, and an excellent leather puck case; build and fit feel deliberately premium, with only a minor faceplate edge that can snag. Overall presentation and ergonomics signal a top-tier, tour-worthy piece.

Sonically it’s a fun, impactful tuning: bass hits hard with tactile BC rumble, treble/air are pristine, and resolution is high with an open, spacious stage. The upper-mids are slightly restrained (a touch of ~4 kHz dip) which softens attack—less “incisive” than the graph might suggest—but the set remains clean, coherent, and easy to listen to for treble-sensitive listeners. Think “inoffensive but exceptional”: refined energy up top, big physical slam down low, and clarity that holds together complex mixes.

Context against peers: Terra is exciting but the 5–6 kHz energy can fatigue; Incognita tracks a preferred curve better as a one-and-done at a lower price. Annihilator offers more bite in upper-mids/treble, yet Maris will suit those sensitive to that region; versus Grand Maestro, Maris wins on comfort and bass quality. Compared with Europa, Cadenza 12, Omnium, and Visioner’s 10, trade-offs shift—some deliver sharper treble “spark” or smaller shells—but the Maris’s bone-conducted bass, comfort, and safe-refined balance make it a strong recommend to demo at a show before choosing.

Mids: A- Treble: A+ Dynamics: B Soundstage: S

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Driver Configuration: 19BA

Tuning Type: V-Shaped

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Price (Msrp): $2,000

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Driver Configuration: 6BA,+2BC+2DD,+2EST,

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Thieaudio Valhalla Scorings

Average Tunign Grade

S-

The response feels meticulously dialed in, combining neutrality with inviting warmth. Dynamic swings remain tonally accurate.

Average Technical Grade

A+

It sounds refined and controlled, keeping instruments neatly separated with immersive staging. Busy arrangements remain neatly organized.

Mids S

This is reference-grade midrange performance with astonishing realism and control. It reveals studio secrets with ease.

Treble A+

Treble reaches superb heights, offering effortless extension and crystal clarity. Every cymbal crash resolves into fine mist.

Dynamics A+

The presentation feels expansive, letting micro and macro dynamics breathe. There's a sense of limitless headroom.

Soundstage S

Nothing feels boxed in; instead, a limitless three-dimensional canvas unfolds with flawless precision. It sets the bar for three-dimensional staging.

Lime Ears Maris Scorings

Average Tunign Grade

It presents a smooth, well-integrated tonal balance that plays nicely with many styles. It maintains natural timbre across the range.

Average Technical Grade

A+

Layering is confident and precise, backed by imaging that locks elements firmly in place. Micro-details peek through without sounding forced.

Mids A-

Expect lifelike vocals and instruments with impressive nuance and realism. You can easily follow harmonies and backups.

Treble A+

Expect a radiant top end that paints every sparkle with precision. Harmonics soar without turning edgy.

Dynamics B

Expect energetic dynamics that bring music to life without harshness. It injects enthusiasm into fast music.

Soundstage S

Reference-class soundstage delivering a perfectly spherical presentation with seemingly infinite space. Spatial cues extend seemingly without limit.

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