Kiwi Ears Melody VS Kiwi Ears CANTA

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Kiwi Ears Melody and Kiwi Ears CANTA are in-ear monitors. Kiwi Ears Melody costs $79 while Kiwi Ears CANTA costs $89. Kiwi Ears CANTA is $10 more expensive. Kiwi Ears CANTA holds a decisive 1.2-point edge in reviewer scores (5.3 vs 6.5). Kiwi Ears Melody has significantly better mids with a 1-point edge, Kiwi Ears CANTA has significantly better treble with a 4-point edge, Kiwi Ears CANTA has significantly better dynamics with a 1-point edge and Kiwi Ears CANTA has significantly better soundstage with a 1-point edge.

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Metric Kiwi Ears Melody Kiwi Ears CANTA
Mids 5 4
Treble 3 7
Soundstage 5 6
Dynamics 4 5
Tonality 5.5 6
Technicalities 5.3 7.3
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Kiwi Ears Melody Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Jaytiss Kois Archive
Z-Reviews
Jays Audio Head-Fi.org

Average Reviewer Score:

5.3

Mixed to Negative

Kiwi Ears CANTA Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Jays Audio Jaytiss
Z-Reviews

Average Reviewer Score:

6.5

Cautiously Favorable

Reviews Comparison

Kiwi Ears Melody reviewed by Jays Audio

Jays Audio 6 Reviewer Score
A- Tuning
A- Tech
Fun signature done right. Sparkly and energetic V-SHAPE, but with punchy bass and not bloated for under $100 - how? Can get a bit sharp with certain tracks.

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Kiwi Ears CANTA reviewed by Jays Audio

Jays Audio 6 Reviewer Score
A- Tuning
A Tech
Bright set with lots of treble detail. Airy, splashy, and shimmery with great extension. Isn't sharp or metallic in the timbre, but not 100% "natural" either, comes down to preference. Mid-volume set, good with slower genres, not rec for high energy tracks, can get much at higher volumes. Favors female vocals, male could be a bit light and could use more power, but vocals aren't thin or shrill sounding like the Oracle MK2s. Not gonna float everyone's boat, but it's a unique listen (not the same planar tuning yay) and worth having as a collectors piece.

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Kiwi Ears Melody reviewed by Z-Reviews

Z-Reviews 5 * score rescaled + normalized
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Kiwi Ears CANTA reviewed by Z-Reviews

Z-Reviews 7.5 * score rescaled + normalized
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Kiwi Ears Melody reviewed by Jaytiss

Jaytiss 4.8 Reviewer Score
C Tuning
D Tech
Not a bad iem, but another planar that needs eq

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Mids: C+ Treble: D Dynamics: C- Soundstage: C+

Kiwi Ears CANTA reviewed by Jaytiss

Jaytiss 6 Reviewer Score
C+ Tuning
A- Tech
bright but a fun iem for treble heads

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

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Kiwi Ears Melody reviewed by Kois Archive

Kois Archive 4 Reviewer Score
C Tuning
B Tech
Rating: F+ | Comfort: 10 planar imaging sharp treble

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Kiwi Ears Melody reviewed by Head-Fi.org

Head-Fi.org 6.6 * score rescaled + normalized
11 community members have rated the KIWI EARS Melody at an average of 4.2/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Very Positive.

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Kiwi Ears Melody Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

5.4

Gaming Grade

C+

Kiwi Ears CANTA Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

6.9

Gaming Grade

B+

Kiwi Ears Melody Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

B-
  • It sounds pleasant overall, with some uneven spots that hint at room for refinement. Vocals remain pleasant despite the imperfections.

Average Technical Grade

C+
  • An honest, middle-of-the-road performance preserves structure without chasing micro-detail. It's respectable for everyday listening sessions.
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-
Expect modest dynamics that keep music listenable without thrill. Micro-contrast is serviceable.
Soundstage C+
Decent spatial presentation with noticeable width and a modest step forward in depth perception. There's a mild sense of width to enjoy.
Gaming C+
Fundamental left/right positioning with limited depth perception. Works for non-competitive gaming but lacks precision.

Kiwi Ears CANTA Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

B
  • Tonality is generally agreeable, though a few bumps remind you of its limits. Certain tracks spotlight its tonal quirks.

Average Technical Grade

A-
  • A competent technical showing keeps separation intact while delivering modest staging. It feels tidy even when recordings stack layers.
Mids C-
Expect adequate midrange presence with a touch of grit and unevenness. Textures smear when the mix gets busy.
Treble A-
Treble performance is excellent—airy, extended, and beautifully controlled. It reveals subtle studio ambiance.
Dynamics C+
You get reliable macrodynamics, with micro shifts that remain only adequate. A reliable performer for most tracks.
Soundstage B
A satisfying balance of width and depth yields a stage that feels organized and engaging. Imaging lines up with the intended mix.
Gaming B+
Respectable environmental presentation favors atmosphere over precision. Detects obvious directional cues while conveying game world ambiance.

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