Detail Retrieval:
Both models do detail retrieval well, with the Monarch MK3 taking the edge with slightly clearer details.
Bass:
The V16 Divinity is more controlled in this area, while the Monarch MK2/3 incorporates more "slam" with each note.
Mids:
The V16 produces smooth and warm mids, while the Monarch models are clearer, more crisp, and thinner in this area.
Highs:
As for vocals and the upper range of the frequency spectrum, the V16 Divinity creates a more smooth and consistent sound, while the Monarch models have more shimmer and clarity.
Price:
The V16 Divinity sits at $1499, while the Monarch MKII/III cost $999.