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FIR Audio M4 vs Moondrop Variations

Side-by-side comparison — scores, specs and which one fits your setup.

FIR Audio M4
8.2
/ 10
IEMHigh end
HIGHER SCORE
Moondrop Variations
8.8
/ 10
IEMHigh end

Specs comparison

8.2/10
SCORE
8.8/10
16Ω
IMPEDANCE
28Ω
104dB
SENSITIVITY
123dB
No
NEEDS AMP
No

Analysis

The FIR Audio M4 scores 8.2/10 with 16Ω impedance and 104dB sensitivity. At 16Ω, it drives well from most phones without an external amp.

The Moondrop Variations scores 8.8/10 with 28Ω impedance and 123dB sensitivity. At 28Ω, it can be driven directly without extra hardware.

Based on our scoring, the Moondrop Variations scores higher overall. However, the right choice depends on your full audio chain — use our analyzer to see which fits your actual setup.

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