CCA Polaris VS Moondrop Quarks DSP

IEM Comparison: Expert & Community Scores Side-by-Side

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CCA Polaris and Moondrop Quarks DSP are in-ear monitors. CCA Polaris costs $15 while Moondrop Quarks DSP costs $15. CCA Polaris holds a slight 0.1-point edge in reviewer scores (5.6 vs 5.6). Moondrop Quarks DSP has significantly better mids with a 2-point edge and Moondrop Quarks DSP has significantly better treble with a 4-point edge.

Insights

Metric CCA Polaris Moondrop Quarks DSP
Bass 5.6 7
Mids 6 8
Treble 4 8
Soundstage 6 5.6
Dynamics 5 5.6
Tonality 6.3 6
Technicalities 5.3 5.5
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CCA Polaris Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Jays Audio
Kois Archive Jaytiss Head-Fi.org

Average Reviewer Score:

5.6

Mixed

Moondrop Quarks DSP Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Jays Audio
Tim Tuned
Super* Review Head-Fi.org

Average Reviewer Score:

5.6

Mixed

Reviews Comparison

CCA Polaris reviewed by Jays Audio

Jays Audio 4 Reviewer Score
B+ Tuning
C+ Tech
Overall clean and balanced sound, but pinna gain is too much at higher volumes making vocals sound shrill and thin. Mid volume is nice, but KZ, so.

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Moondrop Quarks DSP reviewed by Jays Audio

Jays Audio 4 Reviewer Score
B+ Tuning
C+ Tech
Super clean with great clarity. A better tuned Variations without the tech. Pinnacle of harman tuning. Although mid-bass scoop can affect some libraries.

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CCA Polaris reviewed by Head-Fi.org

Head-Fi.org 6.3 * score rescaled + normalized
2 community members have rated the CCA Polaris at an average of 4.0/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Very Positive.

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Moondrop Quarks DSP reviewed by Head-Fi.org

Head-Fi.org 6.7 * score rescaled + normalized
4 community members have rated the Moondrop Quarks DSP at an average of 4.3/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Excellent.

URL to full Review

Head-Fi.org original ranking

CCA Polaris (more reviews)

CCA Polaris reviewed by Kois Archive

Kois Archive 6.2 Reviewer Score
A- Tuning
A- Tech
Rating: B- | Value: ⭐⭐ | Comfort: 9 shouty mids. new unit variation

Kois Archive original ranking

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CCA Polaris reviewed by Jaytiss

Jaytiss 6 Reviewer Score
C+ Tuning
C- Tech
Has some massive issues in the air.

Jaytiss original ranking

Jaytiss Youtube Channel
Mids: B Treble: C- Dynamics: C+ Soundstage: B

Moondrop Quarks DSP (more reviews)

Moondrop Quarks DSP reviewed by Super* Review

Super* Review 6* * score rescaled + normalized
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Moondrop Quarks DSP reviewed by Tim Tuned

Tim Tuned 5.5 Reviewer Score
B- Tuning
B Tech
Very well-tuned, natural timbre mushy details, noise floor, USB-C

Tim Tuned original ranking

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

CCA Polaris User Review Score

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CCA Polaris Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

5.6

Gaming Grade

B-

Moondrop Quarks DSP Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

5.7

Gaming Grade

B-

CCA Polaris Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

B
  • The tuning leans easygoing, yet occasional unevenness nudges it away from greatness. A bit of EQ polish can smooth things nicely.

Average Technical Grade

C+
  • Technical ability is serviceable, keeping basic detail intact across simpler tracks. It keeps up with acoustic tracks without much fuss.
Mids B
Expect a confident midrange that keeps details audible without harshness. Acoustic arrangements sound engaging.
Treble C-
Treble is adequate overall, though its texture can feel coarse. Longer sessions may expose grain.
Dynamics C+
You get reliable macrodynamics, with micro shifts that remain only adequate. A reliable performer for most tracks.
Soundstage B
The presentation supplies a believable venue outline where each instrument owns its pocket of space. The stage opens up nicely for live cuts.
Gaming B-
Moderate spatial presentation conveys general directionality. Suitable for casual play where precision isn't critical.

Moondrop Quarks DSP Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

B
  • Expect a friendly tonal balance that could use polish but remains inviting. Great for casual listening, less so for purists.

Average Technical Grade

B-
  • Overall technicalities are acceptable, delivering enough clarity for casual sessions. Imaging is serviceable though not immersive.
Bass A-
Bass is strong and well-defined, delivering slam with admirable control. Electronic drops hit with authority.
Mids A+
Expect an immersive mid band where every vocal inflection and texture shines. Complex arrangements stay perfectly composed.
Treble A+
Expect a radiant top end that paints every sparkle with precision. Harmonics soar without turning edgy.
Gaming B-
Moderate spatial presentation conveys general directionality. Suitable for casual play where precision isn't critical.

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