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Side-by-side comparison — scores, specs and which one fits your setup.
Specs comparison
Analysis
The Stax SR-009S scores 9.2/10 with 450Ω impedance and 94dB sensitivity. At 450Ω, it benefits significantly from a dedicated amplifier.
The Thieaudio Monarch Mk2 scores 9.3/10 with 15Ω impedance and 98dB sensitivity. At 15Ω, it can be driven directly without extra hardware.
Based on our scoring, the Thieaudio Monarch Mk2 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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