Hidizs MS3 VS ZIIGAAT x HBB Arcadia

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Hidizs MS3 and ZIIGAAT x HBB Arcadia are 2DD BA in-ear monitors. Hidizs MS3 costs $169 while ZIIGAAT x HBB Arcadia costs $200. ZIIGAAT x HBB Arcadia is $31 more expensive. ZIIGAAT x HBB Arcadia holds a decisive 2.9-point edge in reviewer scores (3.8 vs 6.7). ZIIGAAT x HBB Arcadia has significantly better mids with a 1.5-point edge, ZIIGAAT x HBB Arcadia has significantly better treble with a 3-point edge and ZIIGAAT x HBB Arcadia has significantly better dynamics with a 3-point edge.

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Metric Hidizs MS3 ZIIGAAT x HBB Arcadia
Bass 3.8 7
Mids 5 6.5
Treble 2 5
Soundstage 5 5
Dynamics 2 5
Tonality 3.8 6.8
Technicalities 2 5.7

Hidizs MS3 Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Jaytiss

Average Reviewer Score:

3.8

Poor


ZIIGAAT x HBB Arcadia Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Fresh Reviews Jaytiss
Bad Guy Good Audio Jays Audio

Average Reviewer Score:

6.7

Cautiously Favorable


Reviews Comparison

Hidizs MS3 reviewed by Jaytiss

Jaytiss 3.8 Reviewer Score
D+ Tuning
E+ Tech
Seems bright.

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Mids: C+ Treble: E+ Dynamics: E+ Soundstage: C+

ZIIGAAT x HBB Arcadia (more reviews)

ZIIGAAT x HBB Arcadia reviewed by Bad Guy Good Audio

Bad Guy Good Audio 7.9 Reviewer Score
A+ Tuning
A- Tech
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Bass: A- Mids: A+ Treble: A-

ZIIGAAT x HBB Arcadia reviewed by Jays Audio

Jays Audio 7 Reviewer Score
A+ Tuning
A- Tech
Niche/high volume set. Great scaling, warm, bassy, thick, comforting listen. A mini MEGA5EST Bass. Initmate and immersive experience. Not the most technical for the price, and vocals can be a bit too husky.

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ZIIGAAT x HBB Arcadia reviewed by Fresh Reviews

Fresh Reviews 5.5* * The score of this reviewer influences only the Gaming Score
C+ Apex, B to B- COD, B Val

Ziigaat’s 2024 lineup lands three distinct flavors: the R (1DD+4BA), Arcadia (1DD+2BA), and Odyssey (1DD+3BA)—all sharing the same case, tips, and cable, but with very different tunings and striking faceplates. Pricing lives in the approachable range (roughly $200–$250), and the shells are well-built 3D-printed resin. The Odyssey’s nozzle appears slightly wider than the R’s, and its cloudy pink/silver faceplate looks clean and premium without the flashiness of Arcadia’s green/yellow sparkle.

For competitive play, title-by-title differences matter. In Valorant, Arcadia’s extra warmth and bass impact feel immersive but a touch boomy/bloomy under heavy ability spam—solid, around a B. The R and Odyssey perform on par with high marks; the R’s 1–3 kHz lift sharpens clarity and verticality, while Odyssey is more neutral and less bright. In Apex Legends, Arcadia struggles as bass bloom masks micro-cues (B–/C+). Odyssey delivers great separation/layering with slightly softer overhead cues (B+/B), and handles gunfire more comfortably than the R. In CS2, Odyssey takes the lead for its imaging, depth perception, and non-fatiguing balance; in Warzone, the order shifts to R > Arcadia > Odyssey, with Arcadia’s warmth helping vertical reads and impact.

As a music set, the Odyssey is a standout: potent, tight bass with clean transients, balanced mids that aren’t smothered, and a clean, non-sibilant treble that avoids fatigue while letting micro-detail through. It lands as a favorite in its price bracket—an easy recommendation for listeners who want a neutral-leaning all-rounder that still punches hard, splits cues well, and won’t scorch ears with gunfire or treble glare.


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Hidizs MS3 Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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Gaming Score

2.5

Gaming Grade

D-

ZIIGAAT x HBB Arcadia Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

6

Gaming Grade

B

Hidizs MS3 Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

D+
  • Significantly flawed tuning. Noticeable frequency imbalances and unnatural timbre distract from music. Lacks versatility across recordings.

Average Technical Grade

E+
  • Noticeably blurred or congested. Struggles with basic instrument separation; details are lost in simple tracks. Feels "flat" and one-dimensional.
Mids C+
Decent midrange performance - balanced but unremarkable. Adequate clarity for most genres without notable flaws.
Treble E+
Treble is noticeably dark and lacking extension. Cymbals lack shimmer and high-frequency details are obscured.
Dynamics E+
Limited dynamic range with poor micro-detail. Subtle volume changes are lost, and transients lack proper attack.
Soundstage C+
Decent spatial presentation with noticeable width. Some depth perception but height dimension remains underdeveloped.
Gaming D-
Compromised imaging significantly impacts gameplay awareness. Directional cues often lack accuracy or consistency.

ZIIGAAT x HBB Arcadia 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 A-
Strong, well-defined bass with good texture. Delivers satisfying punch and rumble without overwhelming other frequencies.
Mids B+
Good midrange presence with solid clarity. Vocals are clear and instruments have reasonable texture and body.
Treble C+
Decent treble with acceptable extension and detail. Can sound slightly unrefined but avoids being harsh or sibilant.
Dynamics C+
Decent dynamic performance. Good macro-contrast but micro-dynamics could be more nuanced. Satisfactory impact.
Soundstage C+
Decent spatial presentation with noticeable width. Some depth perception but height dimension remains underdeveloped.
Gaming B
Decent spatial awareness for fundamental positioning. Creates satisfying atmosphere in story-driven games while handling basic directional cues.

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