Simgot EA500LM VS HBB x Kahiliua

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Simgot EA500LM and HBB x Kahiliua are in-ear monitors. Simgot EA500LM costs $90 while HBB x Kahiliua costs $79. Simgot EA500LM is $11 more expensive. Simgot EA500LM holds a decisive 2.4-point edge in reviewer scores (6.2 vs 3.8). Simgot EA500LM has significantly better mids with a 1-point edge, Simgot EA500LM has significantly better treble with a 3.7-point edge, Simgot EA500LM has significantly better dynamics with a 2-point edge and Simgot EA500LM has significantly better soundstage with a 1.3-point edge.

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Metric Simgot EA500LM HBB x Kahiliua
Bass 6.5 3.8
Mids 6 5
Treble 5.7 2
Details 6 3.8
Soundstage 6.3 5
Imaging 6 3.8
Dynamics 5 3
Tonality 6 3.8
Technicalities 6.8 2
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Simgot EA500LM Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Shuwa-T Yifang Fresh Reviews Tim Tuned
Jays Audio Audio Amigo Jaytiss
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Average Reviewer Score:

6.2

Mixed to Positive

HBB x Kahiliua Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Jaytiss

Average Reviewer Score:

3.8

Poor

Reviews Comparison

Simgot EA500LM reviewed by Jaytiss

Jaytiss 6 Reviewer Score
C+ Tuning
C+ Tech
It's a good u shaped with nice bass, but be weiry of uppper mids.

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Mids: C+ Treble: C+ Dynamics: C+ Soundstage: A-
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HBB x Kahiliua reviewed by Jaytiss

Jaytiss 3.8 Reviewer Score
D+ Tuning
E+ Tech
2nd HBB product with a bad cable, unfortunate.

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

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Simgot EA500LM reviewed by Z-Reviews

Z-Reviews 7 * score rescaled + normalized
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Simgot EA500LM reviewed by Jays Audio

Jays Audio 6.5 Reviewer Score
A Tuning
A Tech
Very resolving for its price, great value. A warmer EA1000 with a slight decrease in separation and resolution, but warmer with more bass (same bass quality). Not as sparkly and resolving as the EA1000s, treble is a little sharp/not as refined, but a better all-rounder. Has unit variance, lots of brighter units.

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Simgot EA500LM reviewed by Audio Amigo

Audio Amigo 6 * score rescaled + normalized
One of the most technical single dynamic driver sets under $100. Can compete with the $200 class of single DD sets. Can be quite fatiguing, even with the relaxed nozzles

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Simgot EA500LM reviewed by Shuwa-T

Shuwa-T 5.9 Reviewer Score
B Tuning
B- Tech
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Bass: B Mids: B Treble: B Soundstage: B- Details: B Imaging: B

Simgot EA500LM reviewed by Yifang

Yifang 5.5 Reviewer Score
B- Tuning
B+ Tech
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Simgot EA500LM reviewed by Fresh Reviews

Fresh Reviews 5* * The score of this reviewer influences only the Gaming Score
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Simgot EA500LM reviewed by Tim Tuned

Tim Tuned 5 Reviewer Score
C+ Tuning
A+ Tech
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Bass: A- Mids: A- Treble: B

Simgot EA500LM reviewed by Web Search

2025-08-15
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Web Search 7.5 Reviewer Score
A- Tuning
A+ Tech

The Simgot EA500LM offers a versatile listening experience primarily through its three interchangeable nozzles, which significantly alter the sound signature. With the gold nozzles (red ring), the tuning leans warm and smooth, reducing treble harshness, while the silver nozzles with black rings emphasize clarity and detail at the risk of sibilance in upper mids. The bass is controlled and textured, though sub-bass extension rolls off slightly, and the midrange remains clean but recessed in the U-shaped profile.

Technical performance is competitive for the price, with a wide soundstage and precise imaging, though complex tracks can challenge separation. The treble energy varies by nozzle: the black-ring silver nozzles deliver the most sparkle but may fatigue, while the gold nozzles offer greater balance. Despite the driver's quick transient response, some users note graininess in cymbals and a lack of refinement compared to hybrids like the Truthear Hexa.

Comfort and build are highlights, with an all-metal shell that fits securely despite being a fingerprint magnet. Isolation is average due to venting, making it less ideal for noisy environments. While the included cable and tips are functional, tip rolling improves fit and tonal balance. The EA500LM excels with genres benefiting from its vocal clarity and airiness, though its tuning inconsistencies and treble quirks limit universal appeal.

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Simgot EA500LM Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

6.1

Gaming Grade

B

HBB x Kahiliua Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

2.5

Gaming Grade

D-

Simgot EA500LM 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

B+
  • Technical ability is serviceable, keeping basic detail intact across simpler tracks. It keeps up with acoustic tracks without much fuss.
Bass B+
Expect a solid thump that keeps the rhythm engaging yet controlled. Sub-bass presence is supportive, not overwhelming.
Mids B
The region sounds composed and expressive, giving vocals a natural spotlight. It keeps vocals front and center nicely.
Treble B-
Highs come through with reasonable clarity while staying mostly smooth. Sibilance is mostly controlled.
Dynamics C+
Dynamic performance is decent, delivering respectable macro swings with limited nuance. There's a fair amount of macrodynamic swing.
Soundstage B
Lateral spread stretches comfortably while front/back cues start to feel convincing. You can trace front-to-back movement.
Details B
You hear inner textures easily, even when the arrangement piles on layers. You can hear subtle studio effects.
Imaging B
Instrument boundaries feel well carved, avoiding smear or drift. Instrument outlines feel well-defined.
Gaming B
Decent spatial awareness for fundamental positioning. Creates satisfying atmosphere in story-driven games while handling basic directional cues.

HBB x Kahiliua Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

D+
  • Uneven emphasis across the spectrum keeps the presentation unsettled and awkward. Acoustic instruments lose their natural body.

Average Technical Grade

E+
  • A foggy, one-dimensional presentation wipes out layering and obscures the finer points of a mix. Spatial cues barely register at all.
Mids C+
Expect a competent midrange that keeps vocals grounded and instruments clear. Tone is acceptable across multiple genres.
Treble E+
Treble leans dark, softening cymbals and trimming extension. Brightness is replaced with a murky haze.
Dynamics D
Expect a limited dynamic swing that keeps musical climaxes from hitting hard. Volume gradations feel artificially restrained.
Soundstage C+
It pushes sound outward confidently while leaving height development as an unfinished idea. Height remains subtle but detectable.
Gaming D-
Compromised imaging significantly impacts gameplay awareness. Directional cues often lack accuracy or consistency.

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