Simgot Supermix 4 VS ZiiGaat Arete x Fresh Reviews

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Build and comfort are front-and-center: a cozy shell with a metal faceplate, excellent ergonomics, and easy tip fitment. The red/blue two-pin sockets and the gunmetal cable add a premium touch, while the case is the familiar, functional Simgot pouch. Hype is warranted at least on construction—this is the most comfortable Simgot shell in the lineup so far.

Sonically, Supermix 4 follows a Harman-style curve with clean channel matching, solid resolution, and bass that balances sub-bass presence with controlled mid-bass. Treble can “touch the sun”—slightly bright on certain tracks—and the very low impedance makes it source/tip sensitive; tip rolling and even a basic Apple dongle often settle it down. Technicalities are strong for the price: clarity, shimmer on cymbals, and lifelike guitars impress, though some will crave a smoother top end.

Against peers, it surpasses EW200 in refinement and comfort and feels like a cleaner, easier-to-live-with replacement for EM6L. Compared with AFUL Explorer, this is the more forward/bright take versus Explorer’s laid-back vibe; versus CCA Hydro, vocals are steadier while Hydro punches harder down low. Kiwi Ears Quintet shows similar intent but has quirks around 10 kHz; DaVinci is a touch more refined yet pricier, and some will prefer Supermix 4’s shell and value. Net result: a strong recommendation for listeners wanting a comfortable, versatile, mildly vivid IEM that competes above its bracket—great for music and even gaming—so long as a hint of brightness is acceptable.

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ZiiGaat x Fresh Reviews Arete is a 1DD + 4BA hybrid at $249 with a clean, durable shell, metal nozzle, front filter, rear vent, and flat 2-pin sockets. Fit is stable and comfortable, though the body lacks the little “wing” that adds extra grip on some sets. The package feels thoughtful: the familiar ZiiGaat hard case is genuinely useful, while the stock cable is a straightforward 3.5 mm run with color-coded sides and a slightly loose chin slider—perfectly serviceable for the set’s gaming-first pitch.

Sonically, Arete goes for a boomy, thick, and grounded bass with pleasing note weight, a well-shaped FR, and an overall fun balance that flatters EDM and casual play sessions. The trade-off shows up in the 4–5 kHz zone and upper-treble “air,” where energy and refinement can feel uneven—engaging for some, a touch fatiguing or slightly dull for others over time. Versus adjacent options, Arcadia reads darker in presence; sets like Estrella or recent ZiiGaat releases can sound more “special” for pure music listening, while the new Odyssey emerges as the sub-$300 benchmark in this family for a more complete top-end and overall polish.

On the scorecard, Arete slots in at a solid 8.0 overall with a 9/10 bass, 8/10 mids, and a treble/air/imaging segment that sits a step behind its low-end authority. It’s an exceedingly competitive tuning at the price—easy to enjoy, easy to recommend to gamers and bass-leaning listeners—yet it invites a future revision with a dedicated upper-treble driver (tweeter BA, micro-planar, or EST) to lift extension and finesse. If the priority is weighty low end and a plug-and-play package, Arete is a strong pick; if chasing top-end sparkle and extra separation, Odyssey (and a few peers) make a stronger case.

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Supermix 4 emerges as the standout of Simgot’s quartet for both fit and build, pairing a classy brushed bronze faceplate with the most refined tuning of the group. As a quad-brid, it delivers superior cleanliness, imaging, and depth perception versus EM6L, EA1000, and EA500LM, with tighter separation and more micro-detail; its presence region feels a touch more laid-back than EA1000, keeping gunshots from turning shouty. Footsteps could be slightly more elevated for sweaty lobbies, but that’s easily addressed with EQ while preserving the set’s natural balance.

Across titles it’s the most dependable all-rounder: in Valorant, the added cleanliness and precision outclass EA500LM (bloated, spicy gunshots) and nudge ahead of EM6L/EA1000; in Rainbow Six Siege, clarity, separation, and positional cues make it the clear pick. Call of Duty is closer—EA500LM is a solid budget choice and EA1000 can get intense—but Supermix 4 still pulls more footstep detail while staying composed; in Apex Legends it trades blows with EM6L yet edges ahead with extra information retrieval. Overall verdict: Supermix 4 wins, with EM6L in second, EA1000 around B-, and EA500LM around C+; a clean, precise, and thoroughly engaging pick for competitive and casual gaming alike.

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Retail package is clean and familiar: a small, heavy-duty carrying case on the bottom, a set of silicone ear tips plus one pair of foam, and a lightweight, all-black 2-pin 3.5mm cable with a tidy braid that performs just fine—cable upgrades are optional, not necessary. The shell is an ergonomic resin with a modest metal nozzle that should fit most ears comfortably; the slightly translucent body shows off the balanced armatures and dynamic driver. Up top, a gray/pink faceplate carries a chrome ZiiGaat logo and a subtle holographic effect that shifts blue-yellow-green while staying primarily pink—flashy without going overboard.

In-game, the tuning is light, airy, and open—not bright—keeping mid-bass warmth in check so ambient noise doesn’t cloud the picture. The big story is depth perception, imaging, and separation/layering: in Valorant, footsteps and ability cues cut through the mix with clear “data reads”; in Apex, the set maintains yardage and verticality during zip lines, ult spam, batteries, and storm rumble without drowning micro-details; in Call of Duty’s rough engine, mortar/airstrike resonance is tamped down so slides, taps, and above/below positioning remain audible. Gunfire has a tidy punch without bloated sub-bass rumble, making it easier to micromanage positioning and health when chaos hits. It sits comfortably among strong competitors like Splendor 2 and Yanyin Canon 2, and reads as a set that’s equally at home with music and gaming while leaving room for the community to weigh in on the finer points.