QKZ HBB VS Sonic Memory SM1 Lite

IEM Comparison: Expert & Community Scores Side-by-Side

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QKZ HBB and Sonic Memory SM1 Lite use 1DD and 1x Dynamic (10mm) driver setups respectively. QKZ HBB costs $20 while Sonic Memory SM1 Lite costs $19. QKZ HBB is $1 more expensive. Sonic Memory SM1 Lite holds a clear 0.5-point edge in reviewer scores (5.5 vs 6).

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Metric QKZ HBB Sonic Memory SM1 Lite
Tonality 6.5 6
Technicalities 5 6
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QKZ HBB Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Jays Audio
Fresh Reviews
Audio Amigo

Average Reviewer Score:

5.5

Mixed


Sonic Memory SM1 Lite Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Audio Amigo

Average Reviewer Score:

6

Mixed to Positive


Reviews Comparison

QKZ HBB reviewed by Audio Amigo

Audio Amigo 7 * score rescaled + normalized
Best true "Warm" Set under $25. Super relaxing. Don't expect tons of treble detail

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Sonic Memory SM1 Lite reviewed by Audio Amigo

Audio Amigo 6 * score rescaled + normalized
A slightly more V-shaped Chu 2. Perfumed unboxing and fantastic acessories including an analog dongle.

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QKZ HBB (more reviews)

QKZ HBB reviewed by Fresh Reviews

Fresh Reviews 5.5* * The score of this reviewer influences only the Gaming Score

QKZ 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 HBB User Review Score

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QKZ HBB Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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Gaming Score

5.5

Gaming Grade

B-

Sonic Memory SM1 Lite Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

6

Gaming Grade

B

QKZ HBB Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

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

Average Technical Grade

C+
  • An honest, middle-of-the-road performance preserves structure without chasing micro-detail. It's respectable for everyday listening sessions.
Gaming B-
Moderate spatial presentation conveys general directionality. Suitable for casual play where precision isn't critical.

Sonic Memory SM1 Lite Scorings

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