Moondrop Dark Saber VS Softears RSV MK II

Moondrop Dark Saber and Softears RSV MK II use 2DD+8BA and 5BA driver setups respectively. Moondrop Dark Saber costs $799 while Softears RSV MK II costs $700. Moondrop Dark Saber is $99 more expensive. Softears RSV MK II holds a decisive 4.4-point edge in reviewer scores (4.8 vs 9.2). Softears RSV MK II has significantly better mids with a 3-point edge, Softears RSV MK II has significantly better treble with a 4-point edge, Softears RSV MK II has significantly better dynamics with a 7-point edge and Softears RSV MK II has significantly better soundstage with a 1.8-point edge.

Jaytiss Score

Moondrop Dark Saber

4.8 /10

Jaytiss Score

Softears RSV MK II

9.2 /10

Score gap: 4.4

Metric	Moondrop Dark Saber	Softears RSV MK II
Mids	5	8
Treble	4	8
Soundstage	6	7.8
Dynamics	2	9
Tonality	4.8	8.2
Technicalities	4	8

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Jaytiss Reviews Comparison

Moondrop Dark Saber reviewed by

4.8 Reviewer Score

C Tuning

C- Tech

It has it's moments, but it is a massive please demo first style iem.

Jaytiss original ranking

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

Softears RSV MK II reviewed by

2025-09-03

9.2 Reviewer Score

A+ Tuning

A+ Tech

So Softears didn't forget how to tune. Tactful Basshead

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

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Driver Configuration: 2DD+8BA

Tuning Type: n/a

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Price (Msrp): $799

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Driver Configuration: 5BA

Tuning Type: Neutral with Bass Boost

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Moondrop Dark Saber Scorings

Average Tunign Grade

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

Average Technical Grade

C-

Textural information blurs together, making the stage feel pinched and gray. Instrument edges blur together frequently.

Mids C+

The mids are solid and dependable, though not especially remarkable. Vocals stay reasonably grounded in the mix.

Treble C-

Expect serviceable treble that keeps detail audible without much polish. It keeps the highs audible without elegance.

Dynamics E+

It struggles to convey small volume changes, flattening energetic bursts. Micro-contrast is practically absent.

Soundstage B

The presentation supplies a believable venue outline where each instrument owns its pocket of space. The stage opens up nicely for live cuts.

Softears RSV MK II Scorings

Average Tunign Grade

A+

It delivers a coherent, natural timbre that remains captivating across genres. Acoustic instruments sound lifelike and textured.

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+

Midrange quality is superb, rich with resolving power and transparency. Micro-details leap out effortlessly.

Treble A+

The treble performance feels luxurious, marrying air, control, and excitement. You can place every high-frequency element.

Dynamics S

Dynamics reach reference class, delivering lightning-fast transients and perfect contrast. Every transient feels lightning fast.

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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