Tripowin x HBB Mele VS Apos x Community Rock Lobster

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Tripowin x HBB Mele and Apos x Community Rock Lobster are in-ear monitors. Tripowin x HBB Mele costs $50 while Apos x Community Rock Lobster costs $60. Apos x Community Rock Lobster is $10 more expensive. Apos x Community Rock Lobster holds a decisive 1.3-point edge in reviewer scores (5 vs 6.3). Apos x Community Rock Lobster has significantly better mids with a 1.3-point edge, Apos x Community Rock Lobster has significantly better treble with a 1-point edge and Apos x Community Rock Lobster has significantly better dynamics with a 3-point edge.

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Metric Tripowin x HBB Mele Apos x Community Rock Lobster
Bass 5.3 6.3
Mids 4.7 6
Treble 4 5
Details 3 6.3
Soundstage 5 6.4
Imaging 3.5 6.3
Dynamics 4 7
Tonality 5 6.1
Technicalities 4.1 5
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Tripowin x HBB Mele Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Nymz
Precogvision
Crin
Bad Guy Good Audio Head-Fi.org

Average Reviewer Score:

5

Generally Unfavorable

Apos x Community Rock Lobster Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Z-Reviews
Jaytiss

Average Reviewer Score:

6.3

Mixed to Positive

Reviews Comparison

Tripowin x HBB Mele (more reviews)

Tripowin x HBB Mele reviewed by Bad Guy Good Audio

Bad Guy Good Audio 6.3 Reviewer Score
B Tuning
C+ Tech
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Bass: A- Mids: B Treble: C+
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Tripowin x HBB Mele reviewed by Crin

Crin 5 Reviewer Score
B Tuning
C+ Tech
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Tripowin x HBB Mele reviewed by Precogvision

Precogvision 4 Reviewer Score
C- Tuning
D+ Tech
Very easy on the ears with characteristically blunted DD transients. Well-tuned, but could use with more air.

Precogvision original ranking

Precogvision Youtube Channel
Bass: C+ Mids: C- Treble: C- Dynamics: C- Details: D Imaging: C-

Tripowin x HBB Mele reviewed by Nymz

Nymz 3.2 Reviewer Score
D+ Tuning
D- Tech
Discontinued. Great warm pick under 50$. Mids are good. Lacks treble extension. Great shell (almost the same as Olina).

Nymz original ranking

Nymz Website

Bass: C- Mids: C- Treble: D Details: D Imaging: D

Tripowin x HBB Mele reviewed by Head-Fi.org

Head-Fi.org 6.3 * score rescaled + normalized
5 community members have rated the Tripowin x HBB Mele at an average of 4.0/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Very Positive.

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Head-Fi.org original ranking

Apos x Community Rock Lobster (more reviews)

Apos x Community Rock Lobster reviewed by Jaytiss

Jaytiss 7.1 Reviewer Score
B Tuning
C+ Tech
Has some slight colorizations, but is fun and rich.

Jaytiss original ranking

Jaytiss Youtube Channel
Mids: B Treble: C+ Dynamics: A- Soundstage: B
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Apos x Community Rock Lobster reviewed by Z-Reviews

Z-Reviews 5.5 * score rescaled + normalized
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Tripowin x HBB Mele User Review Score

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Tripowin x HBB Mele Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

4.4

Gaming Grade

C-

Apos x Community Rock Lobster Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

5.3

Gaming Grade

C+

Tripowin x HBB Mele Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

C+
  • Tonality is generally agreeable, though a few bumps remind you of its limits. Certain tracks spotlight its tonal quirks.

Average Technical Grade

C-
  • Textural information blurs together, making the stage feel pinched and gray. Instrument edges blur together frequently.
Bass C+
The bass offers steady support without stepping into the spotlight. There's just enough punch for everyday playlists.
Mids C
The region is listenable but lacks the finesse and clarity of better tuning. A touch of EQ can smooth things out.
Treble C-
Treble performance is average, audible but short on refinement. There's acceptable presence but limited finesse.
Dynamics C-
Dynamics are average—competent yet lacking real excitement. It keeps music listenable but uninspiring.
Details D
The overall picture is serviceable yet stripped of the tiny flourishes that add realism. Layering lacks consistent clarity.
Imaging D+
Modest imaging with basic left/right positioning that never quite nails the center image. Left/right cues exist but are rough.
Gaming C-
Minimal environmental definition provides only general audio cues. Suitable for games where positioning isn't critical.

Apos x Community Rock Lobster 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

C+
  • It offers a competent showing, maintaining cohesion on straightforward arrangements. Complex passages start to challenge it, but never derail the show.
Mids B
Expect a confident midrange that keeps details audible without harshness. Acoustic arrangements sound engaging.
Treble C+
Treble is decent, offering acceptable extension without harshness. It balances presence with a touch of restraint.
Dynamics A-
The system snaps into action with precision, highlighting every swell. Recordings feel energetic and alive.
Soundstage B
The presentation supplies a believable venue outline where each instrument owns its pocket of space. The stage opens up nicely for live cuts.
Gaming C+
Fundamental left/right positioning with limited depth perception. Works for non-competitive gaming but lacks precision.

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