QKZ x HBB VS KZ EDX Ultra

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QKZ x HBB and KZ EDX Ultra are in-ear monitors. QKZ x HBB costs $20 while KZ EDX Ultra costs $22. KZ EDX Ultra is $2 more expensive. KZ EDX Ultra holds a clear 0.9-point edge in reviewer scores (4.4 vs 5.3). KZ EDX Ultra has significantly better bass with a 1-point edge, KZ EDX Ultra has significantly better mids with a 2-point edge, QKZ x HBB has significantly better treble with a 1-point edge, KZ EDX Ultra has significantly better details with a 2-point edge and KZ EDX Ultra has significantly better imaging with a 1-point edge.

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Metric QKZ x HBB KZ EDX Ultra
Bass 4 5
Mids 3 5
Treble 4 3
Details 3 5
Imaging 3 4
Dynamics 4.4 4
Tonality 5.9 4.3
Technicalities 4.5 4.3
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QKZ x HBB Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Nymz
Audionotions Crin Jays Audio Super* Review
Fresh Reviews
Kois Archive

Average Reviewer Score:

4.4

Unfavorable

KZ EDX Ultra Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Precogvision
Head-Fi.org

Average Reviewer Score:

5.3

Mixed to Negative

Reviews Comparison

QKZ x HBB (more reviews)

QKZ x HBB reviewed by Kois Archive

Kois Archive 6 Reviewer Score
A- Tuning
B Tech
Rating: B- | Value: ⭐⭐ | Comfort: 7 soundstage at this price? so much bass

Kois Archive original ranking

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QKZ x HBB reviewed by Fresh Reviews

Fresh Reviews 5.5* * The score of this reviewer influences only the Gaming Score
good for $ - can border on C+

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QKZ x HBB 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.

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QKZ x HBB reviewed by Crin

Crin 4.5 Reviewer Score
B Tuning
C- Tech
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QKZ x HBB 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.

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QKZ x HBB reviewed by Super* Review

Super* Review 4* * score rescaled + normalized
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QKZ x HBB 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

KZ EDX Ultra (more reviews)

KZ EDX Ultra reviewed by Precogvision

Precogvision 3.8 Reviewer Score
C- Tuning
C- Tech
Far too bright in the upper-treble, but reasonably decent otherwise.

Precogvision original ranking

Precogvision Youtube Channel
Bass: C+ Mids: C+ Treble: D Dynamics: C- Details: C+ Imaging: C-

KZ EDX Ultra reviewed by Head-Fi.org

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

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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

4.9

Gaming Grade

C

KZ EDX Ultra Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

4.3

Gaming Grade

C-

QKZ x HBB Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

B-
  • Expect a friendly tonal balance that could use polish but remains inviting. Great for casual listening, less so for purists.

Average Technical Grade

C
  • Details smear quickly, leaving the presentation cramped and low on definition. You'll notice smearing on even moderately layered songs.
Bass C-
The bass remains polite, offering definition without much drive. Dynamics remain gentle even at higher volume.
Mids D
Tonal balance in the mids is erratic, with certain notes leaping out unnaturally. Certain notes leap out while others vanish.
Treble C-
Treble is adequate overall, though its texture can feel coarse. Longer sessions may expose grain.
Details D
Information density overwhelms it quickly, so finer layers fade beneath the surface. Intricate passages blur when pushed.
Imaging D
Modest imaging with basic left/right positioning that never quite nails the center image. Left/right cues exist but are rough.
Gaming C
Minimal environmental definition provides only general audio cues. Suitable for games where positioning isn't critical.

KZ EDX Ultra Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

C-
  • The tuning lacks refinement, jumping between dull and shouty without settling. Vocals frequently sound off-kilter.

Average Technical Grade

C-
  • Resolution is limited, masking finer nuances and narrowing the soundstage. Busy mixes still overwhelm it with ease.
Bass C+
Low-end delivery feels competent yet unremarkable, keeping a safe profile. Low-end bloom is kept in check.
Mids C+
It presents a stable midrange foundation suitable for everyday listening. Clarity is serviceable without standing out.
Treble D
Expect treble that alternates between muted and splashy in the same track. Cymbals sound inconsistent across tracks.
Dynamics C-
Dynamics are average—competent yet lacking real excitement. It keeps music listenable but uninspiring.
Details C+
Ambient cues appear, albeit with softer focus than die-hard resolution seekers may prefer. You can follow supporting instruments well.
Imaging C-
Separation is good enough for casual listening yet misses audiophile precision. Depth remains limited but present.
Gaming C-
Minimal environmental definition provides only general audio cues. Suitable for games where positioning isn't critical.

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