Kiwi Ears Dolce VS NiceHCK DB2

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Kiwi Ears Dolce and NiceHCK DB2 are in-ear monitors. Kiwi Ears Dolce costs $20 while NiceHCK DB2 costs $22. NiceHCK DB2 is $2 more expensive. NiceHCK DB2 holds a slight 0.2-point edge in reviewer scores (5.6 vs 5.9). Kiwi Ears Dolce has significantly better mids with a 1-point edge, Kiwi Ears Dolce has significantly better treble with a 1-point edge, NiceHCK DB2 has significantly better dynamics with a 1-point edge and NiceHCK DB2 has significantly better soundstage with a 1-point edge.

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Metric Kiwi Ears Dolce NiceHCK DB2
Mids 5 4
Treble 3 2
Soundstage 5 6
Dynamics 4 5
Tonality 5.7 4.5
Technicalities 4 2
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Kiwi Ears Dolce Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Jaytiss Jays Audio
Head-Fi.org
Z-Reviews

Average Reviewer Score:

5.6

Mixed

NiceHCK DB2 Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Jaytiss
Head-Fi.org

Average Reviewer Score:

5.9

Mixed

Reviews Comparison

Kiwi Ears Dolce reviewed by Jaytiss

Jaytiss 4.8 Reviewer Score
C Tuning
D Tech
Makes you wonder why you pay more for other iems.

Jaytiss original ranking

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

NiceHCK DB2 reviewed by Jaytiss

Jaytiss 4.5 Reviewer Score
C Tuning
E+ Tech
Remarkably energetic set. But upper treble is off.

Jaytiss original ranking

Jaytiss Youtube Channel
Mids: C- Treble: E+ Dynamics: C+ Soundstage: B
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Kiwi Ears Dolce reviewed by Head-Fi.org

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

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Head-Fi.org original ranking

NiceHCK DB2 reviewed by Head-Fi.org

Head-Fi.org 7.2 * score rescaled + normalized
15 community members have rated the NiceHCK DB2 at an average of 3.9/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Strongly Favorable.

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Head-Fi.org original ranking

Kiwi Ears Dolce (more reviews)

Kiwi Ears Dolce reviewed by Z-Reviews

Z-Reviews 7 * score rescaled + normalized
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Kiwi Ears Dolce reviewed by Jays Audio

Jays Audio 4 Reviewer Score
B+ Tuning
C+ Tech
Well done V-shape. Very similar to CRA CCA+.

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Kiwi Ears Dolce User Review Score

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Kiwi Ears Dolce Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

4.5

Gaming Grade

C

NiceHCK DB2 Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

2.8

Gaming Grade

D-

Kiwi Ears Dolce 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-
  • Resolution is limited, masking finer nuances and narrowing the soundstage. Busy mixes still overwhelm it with ease.
Mids C+
Expect a competent midrange that keeps vocals grounded and instruments clear. Tone is acceptable across multiple genres.
Treble D
Treble response is uneven, jumping between dull spots and sharp peaks. Peaks poke out unpredictably.
Dynamics C-
It maintains a steady dynamic profile that neither offends nor inspires. Swells arrive but lack drama.
Soundstage C+
The image breathes a little, spacing instruments laterally while sketching a light sense of distance. Separation improves with cleaner recordings.
Gaming C
Minimal environmental definition provides only general audio cues. Suitable for games where positioning isn't critical.

NiceHCK DB2 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

E+
  • The presentation is claustrophobic and blurred, leaving simple arrangements sounding chaotic and lifeless. The presentation feels more like background noise than music.
Mids C-
It delivers a workable midrange that could benefit from smoother transitions. Timbre isn't quite convincing yet.
Treble E+
Expect a dark-tilted treble that keeps excitement in check. Sibilants are dull, but so is everything else.
Dynamics C+
Dynamics feel competent, bringing energy without the finest detail. It carries energy without sounding aggressive.
Soundstage B
Good soundstage with proper width and depth, placing instruments in clearly defined positions. Instruments sit in their own lanes.
Gaming D-
Compromised imaging significantly impacts gameplay awareness. Directional cues often lack accuracy or consistency.

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