Sennheiser IE900 VS Ziigaat Cincotres

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Sennheiser IE900 and Ziigaat Cincotres use 1DD and 2DD+3BA driver setups respectively. Sennheiser IE900 costs $1,500 while Ziigaat Cincotres costs $269. Sennheiser IE900 is $1,231 more expensive. Sennheiser IE900 holds a clear 0.8-point edge in reviewer scores (7.6 vs 6.8). Sennheiser IE900 has significantly better bass with a 2.5-point edge, Ziigaat Cincotres has significantly better mids with a 1.3-point edge, Ziigaat Cincotres has better treble with a 0.7-point edge, Sennheiser IE900 has significantly better dynamics with a 1.5-point edge, Sennheiser IE900 has better soundstage with a 0.8-point edge, Sennheiser IE900 has better details with a 0.5-point edge and Ziigaat Cincotres has significantly better imaging with a 1-point edge.

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Metric Sennheiser IE900 Ziigaat Cincotres
Bass 10 7.5
Mids 5.5 6.8
Treble 6 6.7
Details 7 6.5
Soundstage 7.5 6.8
Imaging 6 7
Dynamics 6.5 5
Tonality 6.5 6.9
Technicalities 6.6 6.8

Sennheiser IE900 Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Crin
Jaytiss Precogvision
Audionotions
Super* Review

Average Reviewer Score:

7.6

Strongly Favorable

Ziigaat Cincotres Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Shuwa-T Jaytiss Tim Tuned Fresh Reviews
Jays Audio

Average Reviewer Score:

6.8

Cautiously Favorable

Reviews Comparison

Sennheiser IE900 reviewed by Jaytiss

Jaytiss 7.1 Reviewer Score
B Tuning
C+ Tech
I don't get it, not even a little.

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

Ziigaat Cincotres reviewed by Jaytiss

Jaytiss 6.8 Reviewer Score
B- Tuning
C+ Tech
This is a mini Monarch MK , V baby.

Jaytiss original ranking

Jaytiss Youtube Channel
Mids: B Treble: C+ Dynamics: C+ Soundstage: A-
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Sennheiser IE900 (more reviews)

Sennheiser IE900 reviewed by Super* Review

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Sennheiser IE900 reviewed by Audionotions

Audionotions 8.5 Reviewer Score
I usually don't like things that aren't all rounders but this might be the exception. Bass is incredible - best in class - great texture, fantastic physicality. Treble response is great too - pretty resolving. There is a noticeable recession in the upper mids, giving these a fairly U/V shaped sound signature - violins, for example, lack a bit of brightness/bite that I would hope for. But unlike other V-shaped IEMs, the mids aren't offensive. Incredibly fun to listen to. Probably the best single DD available. EQ highly recommended. Previously Owned

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Sennheiser IE900 reviewed by Precogvision

Precogvision 7 Reviewer Score
A- Tuning
B+ Tech
Excelllent bass - simply excellent. Midrange could use some work, as could the generally average imaging chops.

Precogvision original ranking

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Bass: S+ Mids: C+ Treble: A- Dynamics: A- Details: A- Imaging: B

Sennheiser IE900 reviewed by Crin

Crin 6.5 Reviewer Score
B Tuning
A+ Tech
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Well-resolving DD IEM with excellent treble control, though with somewhat weak mid-high harmonics.
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Sennheiser’s IE900 delivers a sub-bass–focused tuning with tight control and real tactility, but its trademark upper-mid recession (≈2–5 kHz) keeps vocals and instruments a step back. A pronounced 9–10 kHz lift adds sparkle and air; depending on tolerance, that energy can read either engaging or a touch sharp/sibilant. Technical chops are strong for a single DD—resolution and microdetail are genuinely competitive.

The sticking point is tonal balance and value. While the IE900 is refined and punchy, that blunted midrange character contrasts with its bright treble, creating a love-it-or-leave-it “blue cheese” appeal. Against peers—and especially Sennheiser’s own IE600, which fixes the mids while preserving similar resolution—the IE900’s $1,300 price starts to look tough.

In short: choose the IE900 for its clean sub-bass slam, crisp transients, and airy top if that treble profile hits the spot. If the priority is natural mids and better value without giving up much technical ability, the IE600 feels like the smarter pick—and the real redemption of Sennheiser’s IEM line.

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Ziigaat Cincotres (more reviews)

Ziigaat Cincotres reviewed by Jays Audio

Jays Audio 7 Reviewer Score
A+ Tuning
A Tech
Great bass texture, vocals, treble, solid all-rounder. Similar to Variations but with a smaller/delayed scoop, more mid-bass, but not as much treble/air. A fun bassy sound but still well-balanced. Correct polarity.

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Ziigaat Cincotres reviewed by Shuwa-T

Shuwa-T 6.9 Reviewer Score
A- Tuning
B+ Tech
Very musical presentation with less aggressive vocals, treble is surprisingly good for such a relaxed tuning Separation and less of a clear definition between the lower midrange and bass region

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

Ziigaat Cincotres reviewed by Tim Tuned

Tim Tuned 6.5 Reviewer Score
B+ Tuning
A+ Tech
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Bass: A+ Mids: A- Treble: A+

Ziigaat Cincotres reviewed by Fresh Reviews

Fresh Reviews 6* * The score of this reviewer influences only the Gaming Score
Can border B-

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Sennheiser IE900 Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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Gaming Score

5.5

Gaming Grade

B-

Ziigaat Cincotres Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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Gaming Score

7

Gaming Grade

A-

Sennheiser IE900 Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

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

Average Technical Grade

B+
  • Satisfactory technical performance. Handles basic detail retrieval adequately in most tracks. Maintains reasonable cohesion in simpler arrangements.
Bass S+
World-class bass performance. Perfectly balanced between visceral impact, texture, and depth with zero bleed into mids.
Mids B-
Decent midrange performance - balanced but unremarkable. Adequate clarity for most genres without notable flaws.
Treble B
Good treble response - clear and detailed without fatigue. Well-extended with proper air and sparkle.
Dynamics B+
Good dynamic expression with solid impact. Handles volume contrasts well while maintaining good transient snap.
Soundstage A
Excellent spatial presentation - wide, deep and tall. Precise instrument placement with clear separation in all dimensions.
Details A-
Excellent detail retrieval: highly resolving without being clinical. Effortlessly reveals micro-details and textural subtleties.
Imaging B
Good imaging with precise instrument placement. Clear localization within the soundstage including front/back positioning.
Gaming B-
Moderate spatial presentation conveys general directionality. Suitable for casual play where precision isn't critical. Bad value-to-cost for gaming purpose - not recommended

Ziigaat Cincotres Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

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

Average Technical Grade

B+
  • Satisfactory technical performance. Handles basic detail retrieval adequately in most tracks. Maintains reasonable cohesion in simpler arrangements.
Bass A
Strong, well-defined bass with good texture. Delivers satisfying punch and rumble without overwhelming other frequencies.
Mids B+
Good midrange presence with solid clarity. Vocals are clear and instruments have reasonable texture and body.
Treble B+
Good treble response - clear and detailed without fatigue. Well-extended with proper air and sparkle.
Dynamics C+
Decent dynamic performance. Good macro-contrast but micro-dynamics could be more nuanced. Satisfactory impact.
Soundstage B+
Good soundstage with proper width and depth. Instruments have clear positioning with reasonable front/back placement.
Details B+
Good resolution with clear articulation of nuances. Reveals recording nuances and maintains clarity in complex passages.
Imaging A-
Excellent imaging: precise and stable placement. Instruments occupy specific points in space with tangible positions.
Gaming A-
Good fundamental spatial awareness for most gaming scenarios. Handles basic positioning well but may lack nuance in complex situations. Value-to-cost may not be optimal for gaming-focused users.

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