Rose Technics Star City 5 Pro VS KBEAR 03

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Rose Technics Star City 5 Pro and KBEAR 03 are in-ear monitors. Rose Technics Star City 5 Pro costs $72 while KBEAR 03 costs $69. Rose Technics Star City 5 Pro is $3 more expensive. Rose Technics Star City 5 Pro holds a decisive 3.2-point edge in reviewer scores (6.5 vs 3.3). Rose Technics Star City 5 Pro has significantly better mids with a 1-point edge, Rose Technics Star City 5 Pro has significantly better dynamics with a 5-point edge and Rose Technics Star City 5 Pro has significantly better soundstage with a 2-point edge.

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Metric Rose Technics Star City 5 Pro KBEAR 03
Mids 5 4
Treble 5 5
Soundstage 5 3
Dynamics 6 1
Tonality 5 3.3
Technicalities 5 5
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Rose Technics Star City 5 Pro Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Jaytiss Head-Fi.org
Audio Amigo

Average Reviewer Score:

6.5

Cautiously Favorable

KBEAR 03 Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Jaytiss

Average Reviewer Score:

3.3

Very Poor

Reviews Comparison

Rose Technics Star City 5 Pro reviewed by Jaytiss

Jaytiss 6 Reviewer Score
C+ Tuning
C+ Tech
Great bass, upper mids are good.

Jaytiss original ranking

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

KBEAR 03 reviewed by Jaytiss

2025-08-09
Jaytiss 3.3 Reviewer Score
D Tuning
C+ Tech
Bone conductor driver ruins a nice FR

Jaytiss original ranking

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

Rose Technics Star City 5 Pro (more reviews)

Rose Technics Star City 5 Pro reviewed by Audio Amigo

Audio Amigo 7 * score rescaled + normalized
A slightly brighter Hexa, Includes Dongle DAC and hard case. Cool Looks. Slight Vocal Forwardness

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Rose Technics Star City 5 Pro reviewed by Head-Fi.org

Head-Fi.org 6.6 * score rescaled + normalized
21 community members have rated the Rose Technics Star City 5 Pro at an average of 4.2/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Very Positive.

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Rose Technics Star City 5 Pro User Review Score

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Rose Technics Star City 5 Pro Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

5

Gaming Grade

C+

KBEAR 03 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

Rose Technics Star City 5 Pro Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

C+
  • A mostly enjoyable signature keeps things listenable despite a handful of quirks. It handles most playlists without major complaints.

Average Technical Grade

C+
  • The presentation is steady if unspectacular, holding onto essential details when the music stays simple. Fine details occasionally slip through the cracks.
Mids C+
It presents a stable midrange foundation suitable for everyday listening. Clarity is serviceable without standing out.
Treble C+
The top end is tidy and serviceable, adding air without overdoing it. Extension is decent for casual listening.
Dynamics B
The performance feels robust, with satisfying punch and natural transitions. Nuances are easy to follow.
Soundstage C+
Stage expands beyond the shoulders and finally hints at layers, though vertical cues stay muted. Depth cues begin to emerge.
Gaming C+
Fundamental left/right positioning with limited depth perception. Works for non-competitive gaming but lacks precision.

KBEAR 03 Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

D
  • Expect a patchy tonal profile that makes instrumentation feel mismatched. EQ is almost mandatory to tame the response.

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 adequate midrange presence with a touch of grit and unevenness. Textures smear when the mix gets busy.
Treble C+
Treble feels agreeable overall, bringing sparkle without significant fatigue. You get a polite sense of air.
Dynamics E-
Dynamic expression is extremely poor, draining impact from every hit. Notes lack the startle or decay they need.
Soundstage D
A limited panorama suggests separation but never grows beyond a shallow, low-ceilinged room. Height information is nonexistent.
Gaming C
Minimal environmental definition provides only general audio cues. Suitable for games where positioning isn't critical.

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