Truthear Nova VS SoftEars Studio 2

IEM Comparison: Expert & Community Scores Side-by-Side

Truthear Nova and SoftEars Studio 2 use 1DD+4BA and 2BA driver setups respectively. Truthear Nova costs $150 while SoftEars Studio 2 costs $170. SoftEars Studio 2 is $20 more expensive. Truthear Nova holds a decisive 3.3-point edge in reviewer scores (7.3 vs 4). Truthear Nova has significantly better mids with a 4-point edge, Truthear Nova has significantly better dynamics with a 4-point edge and Truthear Nova has significantly better soundstage with a 2-point edge.

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Jaytiss Score
Truthear Nova
7.3 /10
Jaytiss Score
SoftEars Studio 2
4 /10
Score gap: 3.3
Metric Truthear Nova SoftEars Studio 2
Mids 6 2
Treble 5 5
Soundstage 7 5
Dynamics 7 3
Tonality 6.3 4
Technicalities 5 5
Take these comparisons with a grain of salt—we don't have enough Truthear Nova and SoftEars Studio 2 reviews saved yet to provide an unbiased result.

Jaytiss Reviews Comparison

Truthear Nova reviewed by

Jaytiss 7.3 Reviewer Score
B Tuning
C+ Tech
Nice set, great bass. Too much upper mids.

Jaytiss original ranking

Jaytiss Youtube Channel
Mids: B Treble: C+ Dynamics: A- Soundstage: A-

Truthear Nova Details

Driver Configuration: 1DD+4BA

Tuning Type: U-Shaped

Brand: TRUTHEAR Top TRUTHEAR IEMs

Price (Msrp): $150

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SoftEars Studio 2 Details

Driver Configuration: 2BA

Tuning Type: n/a

Brand: Softears Top Softears IEMs

Price (Msrp): $170

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Truthear Nova 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+
  • Technical ability is serviceable, keeping basic detail intact across simpler tracks. It keeps up with acoustic tracks without much fuss.
Mids B
Expect a confident midrange that keeps details audible without harshness. Acoustic arrangements sound engaging.
Treble C+
Highs come through with reasonable clarity while staying mostly smooth. Sibilance is mostly controlled.
Dynamics A-
Expect excellent punch and micro-detail that render rhythmic shifts effortlessly. It keeps up with complex rhythmic swings.
Soundstage A-
Immersion steps up dramatically as width, depth, and height integrate into a cohesive hologram. Everything sounds naturally spaced.

SoftEars Studio 2 Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

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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