QKZ x HBB VS 7Hz Salnotes Zero

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QKZ x HBB and 7Hz Salnotes Zero are in-ear monitors. QKZ x HBB costs $20 while 7Hz Salnotes Zero costs $23. 7Hz Salnotes Zero is $3 more expensive. 7Hz Salnotes Zero holds a clear 0.9-point edge in reviewer scores (4.1 vs 5). QKZ x HBB has better bass with a 0.5-point edge, 7Hz Salnotes Zero has significantly better mids with a 1.8-point edge, QKZ x HBB has better treble with a 0.5-point edge, 7Hz Salnotes Zero has significantly better details with a 1-point edge and 7Hz Salnotes Zero has better imaging with a 0.8-point edge.

Insights

Metric QKZ x HBB 7Hz Salnotes Zero
Bass 4 3.5
Mids 3 4.8
Treble 4 3.5
Details 3 4
Soundstage 4.1 5
Imaging 3 3.8
Dynamics 4.1 1
Tonality 5.4 4.6
Technicalities 4 3.7

QKZ x HBB Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Nymz
Audionotions Crin Jays Audio Super* Review
Fresh Reviews

Average Reviewer Score:

4.1

Unfavorable


7Hz Salnotes Zero Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Jaytiss Nymz
Shuwa-T Jays Audio
Z-Reviews Super* Review

Average Reviewer Score:

5

Generally Unfavorable


QKZ x HBB User Review Score

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QKZ x HBB Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

4.4

Gaming Grade

C-

7Hz Salnotes Zero Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

4

Gaming Grade

C-

QKZ x HBB Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

C+
  • Generally enjoyable tonal character with some noticeable unevenness. Maintains listenability while showing room for refinement in frequency balance.

Average Technical Grade

C-
  • Limited resolution; finer nuances are masked. Soundstage feels narrow, and complex passages cause muddiness. Transitions lack finesse.
Bass C-
Subdued bass response that stays mostly in the background. Lacks energy and impact but maintains basic definition.
Mids D
Midrange is significantly uneven with coloration. Some frequencies are boosted while others are missing, creating an unnatural tone.
Treble C-
Average treble performance - present but lacking refinement. Some graininess or splashiness affects clarity.
Details D
Modest detail presentation with significant loss of texture. Nuances are masked and complex passages become congested.
Imaging D
Modest imaging with basic left/right positioning. Lacks precision for center placement and suffers from positional blurring.
Gaming C-
Minimal environmental definition provides only general audio cues. Suitable for games where positioning isn't critical.

7Hz Salnotes Zero Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

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

Average Technical Grade

D+
  • Limited resolution; finer nuances are masked. Soundstage feels narrow, and complex passages cause muddiness. Transitions lack finesse.
Bass D+
Bass is light and underwhelming. While some faint rumble exists, it lacks punch and authority in any meaningful way.
Mids C
Midrange is passable but unrefined. Lacks detail and smoothness, with occasional harshness in upper mids.
Treble D+
Uneven treble response with noticeable peaks and dips. Can sound both dull and occasionally harsh simultaneously.
Dynamics E-
Extremely poor dynamic expression. Lacks any sense of impact or volume gradation, making music feel one-dimensional.
Soundstage C+
Decent spatial presentation with noticeable width. Some depth perception but height dimension remains underdeveloped.
Details C-
Average resolution - reveals basic elements but misses subtleties. Satisfactory for casual listening but lacks refinement.
Imaging D+
Modest imaging with basic left/right positioning. Lacks precision for center placement and suffers from positional blurring.
Gaming C-
Minimal environmental definition provides only general audio cues. Suitable for games where positioning isn't critical.

QKZ x HBB Reviews

Reviewed by: Fresh Reviews

2025-07-11
Fresh Reviews 5.5* * The score of this reviewer influences only the Gaming Score

Reviewed by: Audionotions

Audionotions 4.5 Reviewer Score
Fun, cheap, well-tuned. And the kicker - the treble extension is absurd for the price! However, aesthetically they are a tragedy. In this price range, value prop is often increased in the form of great value accessories - the cable here is not widely usable, however, so no extra value here. Previously Owned

Audionotions original ranking

Website (Audionotions)

Reviewed by: Crin

Crin 4.5 Reviewer Score
B Tuning
C- Tech

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

Reviewed by: Super* Review

Super* Review 4* * score normalized

Reviewed by: Nymz

Nymz 3.4 Reviewer Score
D+ Tuning
D Tech
Amazing warm tonality with adequate techs for the bracket that turns into a ultra-budget nice alternative to the usual suspects.

Nymz original ranking

Nymz Website

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

7Hz Salnotes Zero Reviews

Reviewed by: Z-Reviews

Z-Reviews 7 * score normalized

Reviewed by: Super* Review

Super* Review 7* * score normalized

Reviewed by: Shuwa-T

Shuwa-T 4.8 Reviewer Score
C Tuning
C Tech
Comment: A sidegrade from Wan Er, but a more correct sounding Chu. Well tuned like the Chu, without the metallic treble B-grade bass, general technicalities

Shuwa-T original ranking

Shuwa-T Website

Bass: C- Mids: B- Treble: C Soundstage: C+ Details: C+ Imaging: C

Reviewed by: Jays Audio

Jays Audio 4 Reviewer Score
B+ Tuning
C+ Tech
A stock Chu with a little more bass, and smoother uppdermids/treble.

Jays Audio original ranking

Jays Audio Youtube Channel

Reviewed by: Jaytiss

Jaytiss 3.5 Reviewer Score
D+ Tuning
E+ Tech
Great little set. Good Color choices.

Jaytiss original ranking

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

Reviewed by: Nymz

Nymz 3.4 Reviewer Score
D+ Tuning
D Tech
Best 20$ IEM. Just buy it. Great tuning, average budget technicalities. Mindblowing. 2-pin sockets.

Nymz original ranking

Nymz Website

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

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