Cadenza —vs— Alba
Kiwi Ears Cadenza and Meze Audio Alba share the published Dynamic category, but their listed configurations are 10mm Beryllium Dynamic and 10.8mm Dynamic. Check the actual driver description for each version; a shared category is not evidence of the same tuning or sound.
Cadenza
Alba
Comparison Notes
Cadenza lists 32Ω and 110dB SPL/mW; Alba lists 32Ω and 109dB SPL/mW @1kHz. These are the source's original fields. A missing value or measurement basis must stay missing; do not convert it into a phone-volume or amplifier verdict.
Side-by-Side Specifications
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The sensitivity figures use the same broad reference, but frequency, tolerance and fixture may differ. Treat them as nominal specifications, not a guarantee of equal loudness at one volume setting.
Cadenza's record cites Kiwi Ears (checked 2026-09-09); Alba's cites Meze Audio (checked 2026-09-09). The linked source records below preserve the exact URLs and model-specific limitations. A retailer listing and a manufacturer sheet are not independent matched measurements.
Cadenza appears in the historical $0-$50 band and Alba in $100-$200. Compare the exact edition, accessories and current delivered price before treating the bands as a budget difference; neither band proves better value.
Sources and specification limits
GK AudioLab publishes GK product information. Comparisons involving GK models are brand-authored; source specifications are not independent listening tests.
Kiwi Ears Cadenza
Manufacturer: Kiwi Ears · Source checked:
Sensitivity is stated per milliwatt. Preserve any stated test frequency and tolerance; it is not directly comparable with a per-volt figure.
Meze Audio Alba
Manufacturer: Meze Audio · Source checked:
Sensitivity is stated per milliwatt. Preserve any stated test frequency and tolerance; it is not directly comparable with a per-volt figure.
— means the inspected source does not establish a reliable value.
Price bands are historical directory categories, not current offers. Confirm the exact model, nozzle, cable, local price and return terms with the seller.