Wired IEMs
Kinera LOKI Divine Mark
80Outstanding
$3,400
Full review dataKinera LOKI Divine Mark vs Thieaudio Valhalla: which should you buy?
On aggregated review scores the Thieaudio Valhalla comes out ahead with a HearWiki score of 81. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.
Our pick: Thieaudio Valhalla - Outstanding overall at around $1999.
Wired IEMs
Thieaudio Valhalla
81Outstanding
$2,000
Full review dataScore breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
Thieaudio Valhalla leads on 3 of 4 measures.
- Kinera LOKI Divine Mark
- Thieaudio Valhalla
HearWiki score
80
81
Sound
9.5
9.4
Value
5.5
6.5
Price (USD)
$3,400
$2,000
Generation & platform
The scores rank quality. This is the other question: is the newer one actually newer technology, or the same platform in a new shell?
Same generation
Both shipped in 2025. These are the same generation of hardware - nothing in the radio, the codecs or the noise cancelling separates them. Nothing separates them on convenience features either, so the choice comes down to tuning and price.
- LOKI Divine Mark2025
- Valhalla2025
Specifications
LOKI Divine MarkValhalla
- Type
- Wired IEMs
- Wired IEMs
- Price (USD)
- $3,400
- $2,000
- HearWiki score
- 80
- 81
- Released
- 2025
- 2025
- Availability
- Sold new
- Sold new
- Driver
- 1DD + 6BA + 4EST + 2BC tribrid
- 19× balanced armature
- Driver type
- tribrid
- balanced-armature
- Driver configuration
- 1DD + 6BA + 4EST + 2BC
- -
- Drivers per side
- 13
- 19
- Frequency response
- 20 Hz - 50 kHz
- -
- Impedance
- 14 Ω
- 9 Ω
- Active noise cancelling
- -
- No
- Detachable cable
- Yes
- -
- Connector
- 2-pin 0.78 mm
- -
- Balanced connection
- Yes
- -
What reviewers said
Kinera LOKI Divine Mark
The Kinera LOKI Divine Mark is a premium wired tribrid IEM that layers a dynamic driver, six balanced armatures, four electrostatic drivers, and two bone conduction units for a highly detailed and expansive sound. Its 14-ohm impedance makes it easy to drive, while the detachable 0.78mm 2-pin cable and balanced output support offer flexibility for audiophile sources. The package is noted for its luxurious presentation and included accessories, aimed at listeners seeking a top-tier, reference-grade experience.
- Pro:Elaborate 13-driver tribrid configuration for layered detail
- Pro:Wide frequency response extending to 50 kHz
- Pro:Detachable 2-pin cable with balanced support
- Con:Very high price point limits accessibility
- Con:No active noise cancellation despite premium status
- Con:Large shell may not suit smaller ears
Thieaudio Valhalla
The Thieaudio Valhalla is a premium all-balanced-armature in-ear monitor that prioritizes technical clarity and precise sound staging. Its design focuses on delivering crisp, well-defined bass, transparent mids, and extended treble without harshness, making it a strong choice for analytical listening rather than a relaxed, warm signature. The build quality and fit are top-tier, reflecting its flagship status.
- Pro:Exceptional detail retrieval and instrument separation
- Pro:Clean, well-controlled bass with solid punch
- Pro:Neutral yet engaging tuning across the frequency range
- Con:Very high price point limits accessibility
- Con:Low impedance may require a quality source to avoid hiss
- Con:Not suited for listeners seeking a warm or laid-back sound
Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.
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