Rose Technics Star City 5 Pro VS EarFun Free Pro 2

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Rose Technics Star City 5 Pro and EarFun Free Pro 2 use 2DD BA and 1DD driver setups respectively. Rose Technics Star City 5 Pro costs $72 while EarFun Free Pro 2 costs $80. EarFun Free Pro 2 is $8 more expensive. Rose Technics Star City 5 Pro holds a decisive 3.1-point edge in reviewer scores (6.5 vs 3.4). Rose Technics Star City 5 Pro has significantly better mids with a 1-point edge, Rose Technics Star City 5 Pro has significantly better treble with a 1-point edge and Rose Technics Star City 5 Pro has significantly better dynamics with a 3-point edge.

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Metric Rose Technics Star City 5 Pro EarFun Free Pro 2
Bass 6.5 5
Mids 5 4
Treble 5 4
Details 6.5 3
Soundstage 5 3.4
Imaging 6.5 3
Dynamics 6 3
Tonality 5 4.3
Technicalities 5 3
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Rose Technics Star City 5 Pro Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Jaytiss Head-Fi.org
Audio Amigo

Average Reviewer Score:

6.5

Cautiously Favorable

EarFun Free Pro 2 Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Precogvision

Average Reviewer Score:

3.4

Very Poor

Reviews Comparison

Rose Technics Star City 5 Pro (more reviews)

Rose Technics Star City 5 Pro reviewed by Audio Amigo

Audio Amigo 7 * score rescaled + normalized
A slightly brighter Hexa, Includes Dongle DAC and hard case. Cool Looks. Slight Vocal Forwardness

Audio Amigo original ranking

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Rose Technics Star City 5 Pro reviewed by Jaytiss

Jaytiss 6 Reviewer Score
C+ Tuning
C+ Tech
Great bass, upper mids are good.

Jaytiss original ranking

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

Rose Technics Star City 5 Pro reviewed by Head-Fi.org

Head-Fi.org 6.6 * score rescaled + normalized
21 community members have rated the Rose Technics Star City 5 Pro at an average of 4.2/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Very Positive.

URL to full Review

Head-Fi.org original ranking

EarFun Free Pro 2 (more reviews)

EarFun Free Pro 2 reviewed by Precogvision

Precogvision 3.4 Reviewer Score
C- Tuning
D Tech
Spicy treble at ~10kHz lends to timbre issues. Slightly too much 3-5kHz too. Tuning seems decent otherwise, particularly in the bass.

Precogvision original ranking

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Bass: C+ Mids: C- Treble: C- Dynamics: D Details: D Imaging: D

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Rose Technics Star City 5 Pro Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

5

Gaming Grade

C+

EarFun Free Pro 2 Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

3.4

Gaming Grade

D

Rose Technics Star City 5 Pro Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

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

Average Technical Grade

C+
  • The presentation is steady if unspectacular, holding onto essential details when the music stays simple. Fine details occasionally slip through the cracks.
Mids C+
It presents a stable midrange foundation suitable for everyday listening. Clarity is serviceable without standing out.
Treble C+
The top end is tidy and serviceable, adding air without overdoing it. Extension is decent for casual listening.
Dynamics B
The performance feels robust, with satisfying punch and natural transitions. Nuances are easy to follow.
Soundstage C+
Stage expands beyond the shoulders and finally hints at layers, though vertical cues stay muted. Depth cues begin to emerge.
Gaming C+
Fundamental left/right positioning with limited depth perception. Works for non-competitive gaming but lacks precision.

EarFun Free Pro 2 Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

C-
  • Uneven emphasis across the spectrum keeps the presentation unsettled and awkward. Acoustic instruments lose their natural body.

Average Technical Grade

D
  • Details smear quickly, leaving the presentation cramped and low on definition. You'll notice smearing on even moderately layered songs.
Bass C+
Bass performance is average—present enough but rarely inspiring. It neither offends nor impresses.
Mids C-
The region is listenable but lacks the finesse and clarity of better tuning. A touch of EQ can smooth things out.
Treble C-
Expect serviceable treble that keeps detail audible without much polish. It keeps the highs audible without elegance.
Dynamics D
Dynamics come across throttled, leaving energetic moments underwhelming. Energetic passages land with a thud.
Details D
It can follow the main lines but loses composure once arrangements become busy. Fine articulation is frequently glossed over.
Imaging D
Panning effects blur at the edges, making movement sound smeared. Fast panning effects smear noticeably.
Gaming D
Compromised imaging significantly impacts gameplay awareness. Directional cues often lack accuracy or consistency.

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