Build Your Own Prestige Blocks Compared: 106 vs 232 vs 334

By Artisanal In Ear Monitors | Noble Audio | Published: 2026-10-16

Category: Comparisons

Compare Noble Prestige blocks 106, 232, 334, and 513 on price, build risk, and visual outcome to choose your custom IEM block.

Quick answer

If you want the lowest upfront cost, choose Block 513 at $2,399.40. If you want the most affordable block that still leaves room in your budget for accessories, Block 232 at $2,799.30 is a strong middle ground. Block 334 at $2,879.28 and Block 106 at $2,999.25 sit at the top of the range. All four share the same 6–8 week build time and the same risk that a block may fail during building, so price and visual preference should drive your choice.

What actually differs between Prestige blocks

Every Build Your Own Prestige block in this comparison shares the same core process: you order a specific pictured block, Noble attempts to build a Prestige using it, and the colors become more vibrant once lacquer is applied. The build takes 6–8 weeks. The main differences are the block itself, the price, and the small chance that your chosen block fails during building. If a failure happens, Noble notifies you and you can pick another block or cancel. All sales are otherwise final.

Price and value across 106, 232, 334, and 513

Block 513 is the lowest-priced option at $2,399.40, followed by Block 232 at $2,799.30, Block 334 at $2,879.28, and Block 106 at $2,999.25. Each carries a catalog comparison price of $3,999.00, so the spread between the cheapest and most expensive block is about $600. That difference buys you a specific visual character, not a different build process or timeline. If you are drawn to a higher-priced block, confirm that the look justifies the gap for you before ordering.

The build-failure risk applies equally

Noble states that some blocks fail during the building process. That risk is the same whether you choose Block 106, 232, 334, or 513. If your block fails, you will be notified and can choose another block or cancel your order. Because all sales are otherwise final, go into the purchase expecting that you may need to select a fallback block. Having a second-favorite block in mind before you order makes that conversation faster and less stressful.

How to compare blocks without seeing them in person

The product pages show the block you are ordering, and the catalog notes that colors become more vibrant with lacquer. That means the finished Prestige may look richer than the raw block image. When comparing 106 vs 232 or 334 vs 106, focus on the overall color family and pattern rather than exact shade matching. If you are choosing between two blocks at similar prices, pick the one whose base colors you would still enjoy if the lacquer deepened them noticeably.

Trade-offs to weigh before you order

Block 513 — lowest cost, no build advantage: At $2,399.40, Block 513 saves you about $600 versus Block 106. The trade-off is that you are choosing it for the block itself, not for a faster build or a lower failure risk. Build time remains 6–8 weeks and the same failure policy applies. Best if you want to keep the total spend down and still love the block's look.
Block 232 — middle price, middle decision: At $2,799.30, Block 232 costs about $200 more than Block 513 and about $200 less than Block 106. The trade-off is that you are paying a modest premium for a different visual character, not for any change in build time or cancellation terms. A reasonable default if you are drawn to its pattern and want to stay under $2,800.
Block 334 — narrow gap above 232: At $2,879.28, Block 334 is only about $80 more than Block 232 and about $120 less than Block 106. The trade-off is that the price difference is small enough that visual preference should be the deciding factor, not the dollar amount. Choose 334 over 232 only if you clearly prefer its block appearance.
Block 106 — highest price, same process: At $2,999.25, Block 106 is the most expensive option here. It shares the 6–8 week build time and the same failure and final-sale terms as every other block. The trade-off is that you are paying the full premium for the block's specific look. Pick 106 only if it is the block you would regret not choosing.

Prestige block facts at a glance

Build Your Own Prestige - Block 232: Build Your Own Prestige - Block 232 is priced at USD 2799.30 with a catalog comparison price of USD 3999.00. Build time is typically 6-8 weeks. Some blocks fail during building; if that happens, Noble notifies you and you can choose another block or cancel. All sales are otherwise final. This is the second-lowest upfront cost in the group, leaving roughly $200 more in your budget than Block 106 for the same build timeline and the same failure policy.
Build Your Own Prestige - Block 106: Build Your Own Prestige - Block 106 is priced at USD 2999.25 with a catalog comparison price of USD 3999.00. Build time is typically 6-8 weeks. Some blocks fail during building; if that happens, Noble notifies you and you can choose another block or cancel. All sales are otherwise final. This is the highest-priced block in the comparison, so choose it only if its specific visual character matters more to you than the savings from Block 232, 334, or 513.
Build Your Own Prestige - Block 334: Build Your Own Prestige - Block 334 is priced at USD 2879.28 with a catalog comparison price of USD 3999.00. Build time is typically 6-8 weeks. Some blocks fail during building; if that happens, Noble notifies you and you can choose another block or cancel. All sales are otherwise final. It sits about $80 above Block 232 and about $120 below Block 106, making it a narrow middle option where visual preference should decide.
Build Your Own Prestige - Block 513: Build Your Own Prestige - Block 513 is priced at USD 2399.40 with a catalog comparison price of USD 3999.00. Build time is typically 6-8 weeks. Some blocks fail during building; if that happens, Noble notifies you and you can choose another block or cancel. All sales are otherwise final. This is the lowest-priced block in the group, saving you about $600 compared with Block 106 while keeping the same build time and failure policy.

Which Prestige block should you choose?

Choose this if

You want the lowest upfront cost and are happy with Block 513's appearance
You want a mid-priced block and prefer Block 232's look over 334 and 106
You are drawn to Block 334 and do not mind paying about $80 more than Block 232
You have a clear favorite in Block 106 and are comfortable with the highest price in this comparison

Avoid this if

You are not prepared for the possibility that your chosen block fails and you must pick another or cancel
You need a guaranteed build outcome or a shorter timeline than 6–8 weeks
You expect a price difference to buy a different build process or better performance rather than a different block appearance