QKZ HBB VS EarAcoustic x zkaaai Cipher

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QKZ HBB and EarAcoustic x zkaaai Cipher are 1DD in-ear monitors. QKZ HBB costs $20 while EarAcoustic x zkaaai Cipher costs $20. QKZ HBB holds a decisive 1.9-point edge in reviewer scores (5.5 vs 3.6).

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Metric QKZ HBB EarAcoustic x zkaaai Cipher
Tonality 6.5 4
Technicalities 5 7
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QKZ HBB Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Jays Audio
Fresh Reviews
Audio Amigo

Average Reviewer Score:

5.5

Mixed


EarAcoustic x zkaaai Cipher Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Kois Archive

Average Reviewer Score:

3.6

Poor


Reviews Comparison

QKZ HBB (more reviews)

QKZ HBB reviewed by Audio Amigo

Audio Amigo 7 * score rescaled + normalized
Best true "Warm" Set under $25. Super relaxing. Don't expect tons of treble detail

Audio Amigo original ranking

Audio Amigo Youtube Channel

QKZ HBB reviewed by Fresh Reviews

Fresh Reviews 5.5* * The score of this reviewer influences only the Gaming Score

QKZ HBB reviewed by Jays Audio

Jays Audio 4 Reviewer Score
B+ Tuning
C+ Tech
Very well tuned warm/bassy set. Not basshead like the Rosefinch, but still has good bass impact as well as upholding enough treble extension.

Jays Audio original ranking

Jays Audio Youtube Channel

EarAcoustic x zkaaai Cipher (more reviews)

EarAcoustic x zkaaai Cipher reviewed by Kois Archive

Kois Archive 3.6 Reviewer Score
C- Tuning
A- Tech

QKZ HBB User Review Score

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QKZ HBB Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

5.5

Gaming Grade

B-

EarAcoustic x zkaaai Cipher Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

6.1

Gaming Grade

B

QKZ HBB Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

B+
  • A mostly enjoyable signature keeps things listenable despite a handful of quirks. It handles most playlists without major complaints.

Average Technical Grade

C+
  • An honest, middle-of-the-road performance preserves structure without chasing micro-detail. It's respectable for everyday listening sessions.
Gaming B-
Moderate spatial presentation conveys general directionality. Suitable for casual play where precision isn't critical.

EarAcoustic x zkaaai Cipher Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

C-
  • Tonality remains inconsistent, with uneven peaks and dips that disrupt musical flow. You'll constantly notice peaks or dips pulling focus.

Average Technical Grade

A-
  • A competent technical showing keeps separation intact while delivering modest staging. It feels tidy even when recordings stack layers.
Gaming B
Decent spatial awareness for fundamental positioning. Creates satisfying atmosphere in story-driven games while handling basic directional cues.

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