7Hz Timeless 2 VS Kiwi Ears Quintet

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7Hz Timeless 2 and Kiwi Ears Quintet use 1Planar and 1DD+2BA+1P+1PST driver setups respectively. 7Hz Timeless 2 costs $229 while Kiwi Ears Quintet costs $220. 7Hz Timeless 2 is $9 more expensive. 7Hz Timeless 2 holds a slight 0.2-point edge in reviewer scores (6.9 vs 6.7). 7Hz Timeless 2 has significantly better bass with a 1.3-point edge, 7Hz Timeless 2 has slightly better mids with a 0.3-point edge, 7Hz Timeless 2 has slightly better treble with a 0.3-point edge, Kiwi Ears Quintet has significantly better dynamics with a 2-point edge and Kiwi Ears Quintet has slightly better soundstage with a 0.3-point edge.

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Metric 7Hz Timeless 2 Kiwi Ears Quintet
Bass 8 6.8
Mids 6.5 6.2
Treble 6 5.7
Details 6.9 6.5
Soundstage 6 6.3
Imaging 6.9 6
Dynamics 5 7
Tonality 6.6 6.2
Technicalities 7.2 6.6

7Hz Timeless 2 Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Jaytiss
Tim Tuned Gizaudio Axel
Jays Audio
Z-Reviews IEMRanking AI

Average Reviewer Score:

6.9

Cautiously Favorable


Kiwi Ears Quintet Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Jaytiss Shuwa-T Tim Tuned
Jays Audio
Super* Review

Average Reviewer Score:

6.7

Cautiously Favorable


7Hz Timeless 2 User Review Score

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7Hz Timeless 2 Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

  • The gaming score is prioritizing technical capabilities of the IEM (Separation, Layering, Soundstage) and good value.

Gaming Score

7

Gaming Grade

A-

Kiwi Ears Quintet Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

  • The gaming score is prioritizing technical capabilities of the IEM (Separation, Layering, Soundstage) and good value.

Gaming Score

6.5

Gaming Grade

B+

7Hz Timeless 2 Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

B+
  • Generally enjoyable tonal character with some noticeable unevenness. Maintains listenability while showing room for refinement in frequency balance.

Average Technical Grade

A-
  • Competent technical presentation. Handles separation and detail well in most tracks, with modest soundstage and acceptable imaging capabilities.
Bass A+
Excellent bass response - powerful yet controlled. Deep extension with authoritative slam while maintaining clarity.
Mids B+
Good midrange presence with solid clarity. Vocals are clear and instruments have reasonable texture and body.
Treble B
Good treble response - clear and detailed without fatigue. Well-extended with proper air and sparkle.
Dynamics C+
Decent dynamic performance. Good macro-contrast but micro-dynamics could be more nuanced. Satisfactory impact.
Soundstage B
Good soundstage with proper width and depth. Instruments have clear positioning with reasonable front/back placement.
Gaming A-
Good fundamental spatial awareness for most gaming scenarios. Handles basic positioning well but may lack nuance in complex situations.

Kiwi Ears Quintet Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

B
  • Generally enjoyable tonal character with some noticeable unevenness. Maintains listenability while showing room for refinement in frequency balance.

Average Technical Grade

B+
  • Satisfactory technical performance. Handles basic detail retrieval adequately in most tracks. Maintains reasonable cohesion in simpler arrangements.
Bass B+
Good bass foundation with decent impact. Maintains acceptable control while providing satisfying thump in most tracks.
Mids B
Good midrange presence with solid clarity. Vocals are clear and instruments have reasonable texture and body.
Treble B-
Decent treble with acceptable extension and detail. Can sound slightly unrefined but avoids being harsh or sibilant.
Dynamics A-
Excellent dynamics with great contrast and speed. Transients are crisp and micro-details are clearly articulated.
Soundstage B
Good soundstage with proper width and depth. Instruments have clear positioning with reasonable front/back placement.
Details B+
Good resolution with clear articulation of nuances. Reveals recording nuances and maintains clarity in complex passages.
Imaging B
Good imaging with precise instrument placement. Clear localization within the soundstage including front/back positioning.
Gaming B+
Respectable environmental presentation favors atmosphere over precision. Detects obvious directional cues while conveying game world ambiance.

7Hz Timeless 2 Reviews

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Price: $229

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Reviewed by: Jays Audio

Jays Audio 7 Reviewer Score
A+ Tuning
A Tech
Good all-rounder set with solid tech. Good variety with the nozzles that actually changes the sound. Treble is smoother than other planars, and not much "planar timbre".

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Reviewed by: Tim Tuned

Tim Tuned 6.5 Reviewer Score
B+ Tuning
A+ Tech
A good v-shape treble can be a bit too much

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Bass: A+ Mids: A+ Treble: A-

Reviewed by: Gizaudio Axel

Gizaudio Axel 6 Reviewer Score
B Tuning
A- Tech
Sounds is identical to the Timeless OG. Clean, impactful bass, great detail, fast transients. Upper mids are a bit intense, bright treble, planar timbre.

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Reviewed by: Jaytiss

Jaytiss 5.5 Reviewer Score
C Tuning
C+ Tech
It's fine, but it's 230 dollars.

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Mids: C+ Treble: C+ Dynamics: C+ Soundstage: B

Reviewed by: IEMRanking AI

2025-07-23
IEMRanking AI 8.1 Reviewer Score
A+ Tuning
S- Tech

The 7Hz Timeless II updates its predecessor with a 14.5mm planar magnetic driver featuring a dual-sided silver alloy diaphragm and N52 magnets, offering improved responsiveness and reduced "planar timbre" compared to the original . Its standout feature is the four interchangeable nozzles, allowing tonal adjustments—though the bullet-shaped variants suffer from condensation issues and noticeably reduce treble clarity . Comfort is decent for medium-to-large ears, but the aluminum shells may challenge smaller anatomies, and isolation remains average despite a secure fit .

Tonally, the Timeless II leans neutral with a sub-bass lift, delivering fast, textured lows that avoid bleeding into the mids . Midrange clarity is strong but can edge into harshness with upper-mid-forward tracks, while treble extends well without excessive sibilance . Technically, it excels in imaging precision and soundstage width, though depth and height feel constrained next to hybrids like the Simgot ET142 .


Kiwi Ears Quintet Reviews

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Price: $186

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Reviewed by: Jays Audio

Jays Audio 7 Reviewer Score
A Tuning
A+ Tech
Great tech and treble detail. Amazing performance to price value, but metallic timbre and peak can be an issue.

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Reviewed by: Jaytiss

Jaytiss 6.3 Reviewer Score
C+ Tuning
C- Tech
upper air drives me crazy.

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Mids: C+ Treble: C- Dynamics: A- Soundstage: B

Reviewed by: Shuwa-T

Shuwa-T 6.2 Reviewer Score
B Tuning
B Tech
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Bass: B+ Mids: B- Treble: B Soundstage: B+ Details: B+ Imaging: B

Reviewed by: Tim Tuned

Tim Tuned 6 Reviewer Score
B Tuning
A+ Tech
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Bass: A- Mids: A+ Treble: A-

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