Softears RSV VS Fiio FH19
IEM Comparison: Expert & Community Scores Side-by-Side
Softears RSV and Fiio FH19 use 5BA and 2DD+6BA driver setups respectively. Softears RSV costs $730 while Fiio FH19 costs $599. Softears RSV is $131 more expensive. Softears RSV holds a clear 0.5-point edge in reviewer scores (8.3 vs 7.8). Softears RSV carries a user score of 7. Softears RSV has significantly better mids with a 3-point edge and Fiio FH19 has significantly better dynamics with a 1-point edge.
Insights
| Metric | Softears RSV | Fiio FH19 |
|---|---|---|
| Mids | 8 | 5 |
| Treble | 8 | 8 |
| Soundstage | 8 | 8 |
| Dynamics | 5 | 6 |
| Tonality | 7.3 | 6.8 |
| Technicalities | 8 | 8 |
Jaytiss Reviews Comparison
Softears RSV reviewed by
8.3
Reviewer Score
Youtube Video Summary
Softears RSV brings a 5BA recipe with a shell that’s handsome but larger than average, featuring a recessed 2-pin that can fuss with some cables. Comfort is generally fine, yet the size and wide body may test smaller ears. Sonically it’s a neutral-leaning tuning with clean mids and polite highs, but the presentation trades off texture, sub-bass weight, and upper-air sparkle. Stage feels spacious, extension is more average, and while the technicalities are solid, the current crop of mid-fi monitors has pushed beyond what this 2021 design delivers.
Stacked against today’s options, RSV gets pressure from several directions: Elysian Pilgrim hits harder down low with greater perceived clarity; Supernova offers a more natural tonality and better sub-bass; HiSenior Mega5 EST graphs similarly but adds a touch more air; even value picks like a “super mix”/EM10-style V-tune bring fun, slam, and engagement. RSV remains easy to pair and its upper-mids are tastefully set, yet vocals can feel a bit soft—more “fun and cozy” than pristine. At typical new pricing around the mid-$500s it’s tough to champion; catch it closer to $350–$400 (or a good used deal) and it becomes a very enjoyable pick for those who prize smooth mids over maximum bass grip and airy bite.
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Fiio FH19 reviewed by
2025-08-14
7.8
Reviewer Score
Youtube Video Summary
Build and accessories are a clear win: a sturdy, comfortable, slightly translucent shell with MMCX connectors, a plush 8-wire cable terminating in 4.4 mm, and a premium magnetic case. As a 10-BA set around $1,000, it wears a tasteful black-and-silver faceplate and seals well without pressure issues. There’s a bass switch that nudges mid-bass upward; useful for taste, but not essential.
Sonically it’s a warm-tilted, cohesive presentation: male vocals come through full and rich, female vocals can sound a touch husky, and the mids avoid shout. Treble is clean and pleasant with a bit of 5–6 kHz energy that stays in check; overall clarity is good, though there’s slight hiss and the mid-bass can feel a little loose/flabby rather than tight. Stage and detail are solid, making this arguably one of FiiO’s better efforts, but the value is mixed—graded a strong A4 / S-: recommended if it suits the tonality, yet tough at retail amid fierce competitors; far more compelling on the used market or after a thorough demo.
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Softears RSV Details
Driver Configuration: 5BA
Tuning Type: U-Shaped
Brand: Softears Top Softears IEMs
Price (Msrp): $730
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Fiio FH19 Details
Driver Configuration: 2DD+6BA
Tuning Type: n/a
Brand: FiiO Top FiiO IEMs
Price (Msrp): $599
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Softears RSV Scorings
Average Technical & Tuning Grades
Average Tunign Grade
A-- A smooth, agreeable balance keeps the presentation engaging without obvious flaws. Only sensitive ears will nitpick the bumps.
Average Technical Grade
A+- It sounds refined and controlled, keeping instruments neatly separated with immersive staging. Busy arrangements remain neatly organized.
Fiio FH19 Scorings
Average Technical & Tuning Grades
Average Tunign Grade
B+- The tuning leans easygoing, yet occasional unevenness nudges it away from greatness. A bit of EQ polish can smooth things nicely.
Average Technical Grade
A+- It sounds refined and controlled, keeping instruments neatly separated with immersive staging. Busy arrangements remain neatly organized.
Softears RSV User Reviews
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You need to be signed in to write your own reviewSolid pick at used prices for those wanting a neutral sound with hint of sub-bass oomph.
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Excellent balanced, all rounder sound signature with natural tonality, vocal reproduction is particularly pleasing.Cons
Hint of darkness in upper registers affecting overall sense of resolution, bass texture could be better.Fiio FH19 User Reviews
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