Fiio FD 15 VS SoftEars Studio 2

Fiio FD 15 and SoftEars Studio 2 are in-ear monitors. Fiio FD 15 costs $150 while SoftEars Studio 2 costs $170. SoftEars Studio 2 is $20 more expensive. Fiio FD 15 holds a decisive 3.3-point edge in reviewer scores (7.3 vs 4). Fiio FD 15 has significantly better mids with a 5-point edge, Fiio FD 15 has significantly better treble with a 1-point edge, Fiio FD 15 has significantly better dynamics with a 2-point edge and Fiio FD 15 has significantly better soundstage with a 2-point edge.

Jaytiss Score

Fiio FD 15

7.3 /10

Jaytiss Score

SoftEars Studio 2

4 /10

Score gap: 3.3

Metric	Fiio FD 15	SoftEars Studio 2
Mids	7	2
Treble	6	5
Soundstage	7	5
Dynamics	5	3
Tonality	6.3	4
Technicalities	6	5

Take these comparisons with a grain of salt—we don't have enough Fiio FD 15 and SoftEars Studio 2 reviews saved yet to provide an unbiased result.

Jaytiss Reviews Comparison

Fiio FD 15 reviewed by

7.3 Reviewer Score

B Tuning

B Tech

Balanced and even. Solid set that is mid focused.

Jaytiss original ranking

Jaytiss Youtube Channel

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

SoftEars Studio 2 reviewed by

4 Reviewer Score

C- Tuning

C+ Tech

Sound underwater.

Jaytiss original ranking

Jaytiss Youtube Channel

Mids: E+ Treble: C+ Dynamics: D Soundstage: C+

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Fiio FD 15 Scorings

Average Tunign Grade

A mostly enjoyable signature keeps things listenable despite a handful of quirks. It handles most playlists without major complaints.

Average Technical Grade

An honest, middle-of-the-road performance preserves structure without chasing micro-detail. It's respectable for everyday listening sessions.

Mids A-

Midrange performance is excellent, with natural timbre and great detail. Vocals feel lifelike and full-bodied.

Treble B

Treble is articulate and clean, adding excitement without harshness. It adds sparkle without harshness.

Dynamics C+

Dynamic performance is decent, delivering respectable macro swings with limited nuance. There's a fair amount of macrodynamic swing.

Soundstage A-

Excellent spatial presentation that is wide, deep, and tall with precise instrument placement. Width, depth, and height all feel expanded.

SoftEars Studio 2 Scorings

Average Tunign Grade

C-

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+

Technical ability is serviceable, keeping basic detail intact across simpler tracks. It keeps up with acoustic tracks without much fuss.

Mids E+

The mids come across papery and weak, draining warmth from the mix. Acoustic tracks sound brittle and distant.

Treble C+

Expect a polite treble presentation that balances presence with restraint. Percussion carries a pleasant sparkle.

Dynamics D

Dynamics sound noticeably compressed, muting contrast between quiet and loud. Transients feel blunted and slow.

Soundstage C+

It pushes sound outward confidently while leaving height development as an unfinished idea. Height remains subtle but detectable.

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