Linsoul Kiwi Ears Quintet in Ear Monitor, 1DD + 2BA + 1 Planar + 1 PZT Hybrid Driver Earphone, with Detachable Silver-Plated OFC Cable, Metal Faceplate, 3D-Printed Resin Shell for Musician (Quintet)

Tried this one because I heard it’s great for gaming and I agree, but it works better for me for listening to music more. It sounds more neutral bright with a good sub bass. Claims it’s more durable with an aluminum plate but looks nice so I can’t complain. It’s a great IEM is you don’t want to spend more than $200. Only complaint I would give is that cable feels fragile and I would just replace it with a modular one as it is one of those that works better with a 4.4mm end due to its multiple driver types, but it’s not the end of the world if you stick to 3.5mm.

They look really plain; I'm missing the lush spectacular colours that the other Kiwis possess. However, once you play them you'll know exactly why they cost more than €200. The sound quality is very good to amazing, throughout the entire frequency range. Regardless, if you are listening to the lower bass region, they reproduce bass authentically and with clean precision. They aren't a bassheads love affair, that's for sure, but are always ready to give you a nice rumbling bass. The Mids are crisp and clear; they reproduce voices with great clarity and a certain comprehensive fullness. Guitars are full, lush and thick, when recorded with this in mind. But for me the uncrowned star are the highs: they sound wide open, and dynamic. Symbols often have that crisp sizzling sound, while lead guitars sound vivacious and poignant, when required; however, they are not harsh on the ears. Basically these IDMs are excellently balanced, never neglecting any frequency range. Another great attribute is the comfortable wearing quality that these IEMs possess. They never feel intrusive or irritating in your ears. It seems that you can wear them easily for hours. Another thing that really surprised me was the first time I played them, with my Ibasso DX 180 DAP, how good they sounded on my first try without any equalizer adjustments. The sound was so well balanced that I didn't need much equalizer adjustments. The cable itself is rather light weight, but feels a bit on the cheap side. These IEMs come with a nice black carrying case, that's got the Kiwi logo on it. Overall, I can definitely state these IEMs are true all-rounders, meaning they can play any music genre. Personally, I prefer to listen to Metal and (Hard) Rock! For these genres these sound excellent. P.S. I originally played my Hiby R4 with very cheap headphones, but once I used the Kiwi Quintet I was blown away by the open, dynamic and lush sound that greeted me. Certain Albums that I had listened to for decades suddenly had things that I heard for the first time; these were tinges, to be sure, that had eluded me. If you have a very good DAP, you'll need great IDMs, like these to drive them. It's just like good stereo equipment: if you have a great amplifier & CD player, you simply need great quality speakers to drive them, so that you can squeeze the maximum sound quality out if your system.

Really good quality, feels comfortable in and around the ears, much prefer these to a headset

A Budget-Friendly Audiophile's Dream The Kiwi Ears Quintet is a revelation for those seeking exceptional sound quality without breaking the bank. Its balanced, detailed, and engaging soundstage makes it a versatile choice for any music genre. The bass is tight and punchy, the mids are clear and natural, and the highs are crisp and extended. Whether you're listening to classical, rock, or jazz, the Quintet delivers a truly immersive listening experience. A must-have for audio enthusiasts on a budget!

The pair that I received must have been defective because these IEMs were totally unlistenable.