KB EAR Little Q

This isn't meant to be a full review, just a short note to warn people about the cable. I'll compare them to a couple of other cheap bullet sets i've been using recently along the way.

I was using the Little Q as beater daily driver for a few months, exercise, work, movies, they had lots of time in my ears. They're a decent alternative if you're looking for an easier to source mh-750 replacement. Technicalities are good, they're below the Astrotec Vesna here but ahead of the Linglong in terms of clarity. In fact i'd put them ahead of the Linglong in pretty much everyway except sub bass extension which the Linglong does really well.

Unfortunately like the Linglong they're terminally let down by the cable. The Linglongs cable is too heavy and pulls them out of the ear if you use them on the go without a shirt clip (their pressure build up doesn't help here either + they die fast due to driver flex), Little Q's goes ridged and achieves the same sub optimal outcome which is a bummer as they'd be a great little set if you could actually use them.

The Vesna is superior to both as far as performance goes buuuuttt, they have a sub bass tuck that means both the Linglong and Little Q do much better with bass heavy genres, especially electronic music. They also don't isolate much and the housing is much larger than the others meaning i found them less comfortable.

So yeah, I like the Little Q a lot, they're great for bassy music, movies and games etc, but the cable.. its not bad, its terminal. Hopefully Kbear changes it to a different material and makes it a J shape while they're about it.

Straying away from the typical, more common IEMs with the ergonomic type, over ear cable designs and what-not, today I'll be introducing you to something that looks simple, and typical of what any normal person will call an "earphone".
Priced at 15USD, the KB EAR Little Q looks like a normal bullet style earphone that anyone can get from a local store. But the sound begs to differ.

Short answer : it's good.


Foreword

1. I have been using this pair of IEM for about 3 days, casual listening around 2-3 hours and actual listening (doing nothing else) about the same
2. I will be using DACs relative to the price of the IEM to review them. This is because using high end stuff like the Questyle M15 over-exaggerates the capabilities of the IEM itself.

DISCLAIMER :
This pair of IEM was sent to me by Keephifi, thank you for that. However, they are in NO WAY influencing this review, hence all the opinions written about this pair of IEM is subjected to no bias and will be honest.

If you are interested in purchasing this pair of IEM, you can do so with these non-affiliated link :
Keephifi : https://keephifi.com/products/kbear-little-q?_pos=1&_sid=c21b7944e&_ss=r
Amazon : https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B5XWM2KW?

Now with all of that out of the way, let's begin the review

UNBOXING & ACCESSORIES
Being perfectly honest here, I like how simple and straight-to-the-point this whole packaging is. It is a budget IEM and they did not spend extra budget just to make a box that we would either hoard in a corner of our house or throw away look better. No comments here. Other than the IEMs itself, you are getting a set of translucent grey eartips.








BUILD & FIT
The build of the IEM headshells are visually identical to the Final Audio E series and is made of metal, with the KBEAR logo printed on both sides. Accenting the outer faceplate are the hexagonal honeycomb like print, with a central venthole in the middle. The cable is non-removable and might be a turn-off for some cable rolling enthusists, but nevertheless it works just fine, and feels better than even some stock cables certain IEMs provide. Only qualm I might have is it has some memory so simply winding it up might not work and it might just spring back out for no reason. Maybe it'll go away after longer use? I don't have the answer to this yet, maybe I'll update this post after a while.








The IEM feels strong and premium yet lightweight, hence fitting them in my ear and wearing it for a 1-2 hours session is no problem at all. Fitment is straight to the point for me and there are no driver flex or other issues with it.


SOUND
Source : Foobar 2000 -> JM10 Dongle (Cirrus Logic CS43131) -> S.M.S.L. SH-6 Amplifier -> stock KBEAR Little Q



In general, the KBEAR Little Q is having a V shaped and warm sound signature, with specific emphasis on the upper-mids, as we can see by the hump from the 2-5k region.

BASS
I'll say it's above average, typical V shaped bass, but not overwhelming.

• Subbass has that sweet tight texture but with good amount of rumble
• Kick drums sound boomy and have slight airy extension feeling to it. thumpiness is more subtle
• Bass notes can sometimes sound a little bloated, especially in slow bass lines
• Fast bass licks will have less microdetail to it due to the amount of midbass but does not overall spoil the experience
• Occasional bass bleeds to the mids
• Note definition is above average, like a 7/10, but there are better ones out there within this price range

MIDS

Vocals :
Whether male or female, to me it personally is one of the least recessed vocals I've heard in a V shaped IEM at this price range, and it sounds good.
Personal preference might be important here because certain people do not like the warmth on the vocals as it might slightly take away the clarity of the vocals ever so slightly but negligible if you don't notice it ( like I do because I'm reviewing with the same discography)

• Male vocals
• Overall male vocals whether deep or higher pitched sounds quite bodied with very little instances of hollowness to it
• Vocals such as Sam Smith, The Weeknd, which occasionally might sound thin and slight hollowness in certain pairs, do not exhibit these characteristics here
• Anderson Paak's vocals exhibit a warm raspy graininess to it, which sounds very tasteful.

• Female vocals
• Similar to male vocals, overall having a more obvious warm signature over it, which comes down to personal preference
• Vocals from J-pop sound warm, and polite with no instances of sibilance what-so-ever
• Maybe in certain cases, songs from LiSA might sound shouty because of her aggressive rock style

Instruments :

• More or less identical with the vocals, everything sounds more engaging which might be due to the tuning of the mid and upper-mid region
• Instruments regardless of strings, chimes, synths - every macrodetails in thie range from the supporting lead guitar tracks, piano licks, foleys, all sound very engaging and presented directly to you
• Pianos sound strong yet not aggresive due to the warmth
• Guitars on the side sound more engaging and with good timbre
• Details such as choir-type ensembles sound fulfilling and complement the overall tracks

HIGHS

• (for the Nth time) due to the warmth - treble region does not sound fatiguing to listen
• Instruments with notes stretching to the upper-mids and high region maintain the presence, but comparing to mids might have slightly less fullness to it
• Chimes and shakers sound more rounded and less bright
• Snares and hi hats have little treble extension
• Microdetails in this region are engaging but sometimes overshadowed by the prowess in the mids and by the overwhelming bass

TECHNICALITIES

In terms of imaging and separation, I would say this pair of earphones certainly exceeded my expectations. I usually would expect a cap around budget earphones under this price range, but it certainly did the job by separating vocals, instruments, and other complementing parts of the song well, with decent layering

Soundstage however, is something this pair is lacking. Overall it sounds more on the narrow side and certain times when songs get too busy (rock songs), although everything is still getting layered and separated well, it'll sound cramped.

Detail retrieval is on par with certain pairs in the entry level, but personally I would call this the alternate version of a BL-01. Mainly, this pair emphasized more on details in the 2-5k region, which brings out quite an amount of mid-range elements.



FINAL THOUGHTS
Honestly, I was blindly coming into this pair of IEM with only the instance of knowing : "this is a budget IEM". But since the first listen, I was quite impressed the prowess it had. Certainly my first listening to something that has such an amount of midrange emphasis on macrodetails.

Personally, this is an easy recommend to anyone who just wants an earphone to listen to casually.

If you want to get a pair, please do consider purchasing them through these non-affiliated links :
Amazon : https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B5XWM2KW?
Keephifi : https://keephifi.com/products/kbear-little-q?_pos=1&_sid=c21b7944e&_ss=r
AliExpress : http://bitly.ws/xFgA

KBEAR LITTLE Q- "RUGGED"


DISCALIMER:

I would like to thank Keephifi for sending me a pair. As always, they did not influence my take and impression of the Q.

But before we start, and if you are reading this part, you might want to check Keephifi’s site for products. They offer free shipping worldwide. Yeah, I think this ad is enough..

And so, yet again another subjective diary I have. Take a grain of salt in my impressions. We all have different preferences and library. We also have different listening habits, and taking this all into account, there will always be discrepancies with individual impression on sound. Not to mention, the mood of my wife also affects my listening impressions lol. So yeah, let us see how Kbear made this Little Q sound big.

SOUND PROFILE:


Warm V shaped. These are fun out of the box and inoffensive.

Bass is elevated but not at basshead level and quality in my opinion. It has decent punch and slam to keep your tracks engaging. The elevation gives this set a warm tone in vocals and instruments. Resolution is at most average. You get enough subbass rumble, but nothing earth-shaking. The midbass has significant elevation and I think its masking some of fundamentals. But hey, this is not your tyical hires set. This is built for rugged use and pure fun!

Mids are recessed, as typical V-shapes do. But don’t panic, its organic! still, it’s not a heavy dip. You still get enough presence of instruments and vocals, only that the bass and treble have more presence. Again, these are a fun set, and its supposed to be tuned that way.

Treble is a bit elevated, but far from being harsh. Harmonics are fine and you get enough details, tho the extension on these are not really its strength. Sometimes you get some hotness around 7k but not really sibilant. Its just that, it is not that smooth in this area so you hear some uneven peaks. But then again, rugged set.. haha

Technicalities are fine. Ow, the soundstage is bit narrow tho. Decent imaging and layering. Detail retrieval is also fine. Resolution is average at best. I mean again, this is a rugged set. This is actually just a fine set. This will not blow you away and the biggest selling point on these are on how they are built and for intended use.


PROS
built for rugged use and very light! I can just throw this around without worrying really. Put them in my bag, shove them in pocket, heck I can even catch a horse with these if the cables were longer haha.

decent sound for the price. I mean, this doesn’t do anything offensive. They just play everything fine. Well unless you are a basslet, then you probably don’t need this.

fun bass on the go. You know, if you are heading somewhere with heavy activity, these could be your beater set.

enough details at treble but lacks extension for air. I was listening to “when I come around” by greenday and I thought it had enough harmonics to jive with it.

decent imaging and separation. In the track “rich kids” by Polyphia, I didn’t really notice anything that was off.

surprisingly full sounding for its size. There is really a wow factor on this set. I thought they would sound lean, but they just sound big contrary to its size.

fit is really good on them, at least for my ears. I mean you don’t have to worry wearing them while asleep. They are small enough to protrude from my earlobe, which makes this set an all rounder use.

CONS
recessed mids probably? I mean, its not that bad, I know people who like V shaped sets, so I thought this is worth mentioning if you are somehow midcentric.

occasional bass bleed. But it is kind of expected in this signature, it has some midbass elevation and it’s a fine line to get it done right.

can be a bit hot in the treble depending on tracks. But its not really harsh, you just notice that are few peaks in that area. I noticed this in the track “stigmatized” by the calling and the cymbals were kind of unrefined.

vocals might not be that forward for some. “I miss you” by Incubus sounded like he does not have enough presence.

stage and extension is subpar compared to other sets in the price range. With the presence of 7hz salnotes, chu and vesna, it is hard for the little Q to compete in techs.


COMPARISONS

CHU
Chu is more resolving and cleaner sounding. But its not everyone’s cup of tea. A lot of people complained about Chu’s bass, and even the treble. As for the Little Q, you will have enough bass to support musicality in your music. The treble isn’t that forward as well relative to how the bass is tuned. If are into fun sounding sets and you need a beater in you everyday carry, the Little Q might fit your needs. If you are into audiophile sound, probably the Chu or 7hz Zero.

Vesna
Vesna is more resolving honestly. Maybe because of the quality and size of the driver. Vesna and Little Q are both built well, but I really dig the PVC type coating with the litte Q. Little Q is V shaped while Vesna is more balanced in sound. Vesna is also more refined in details and in technicalities. If you are into more V type of sound, Little Q. If you want more details and techs, Vesna.

Lyra
Lyra is more balanced sounding and is designed like universal type in ear. Two pin connection as well for interchangeable cables. As for the sound, I feel both Little Q and Lyra is on par with resolution wherein Lyra is winning it for tonality and balance. Lyra is also a bit treble heavy as compared to Little Q. So if you want a safer and fun tuning, Little Q. If you want universal fit with cable rolling options, then Lyra.

FINAL THOUGHTS:


The Kbear Little Q is an interesting set. It somehow able to capture some needs in the market, a daily beater set to be specific. It surprised me on how it sounds relative to its size and price. But with the very saturated market in the budget range right now, I am not sure if Little Q can keep up with more audiophile tuned sets. There is an ongoing train with the 7Hz zero, which many will think it is the better buy. There is also the Vesna which has surpassed the easy value for money in terms of sound, accessory and build. And then there is KZ that constantly pumps up new models in the same bracket almost every month.

You, see, even if the Little Q sounds decently good for its price, I am not sure if it can fit in with the current trend.

However, I am quite sure that the Little Q is built really tough and solid. I think they are deliberately designed to withstand abuse haha. If you think you need a pair to carry around in your active lifestyle, well look no further, this set might just be right up your alley. It sounds good, very lightweight, good quality cables for me, can use in the bed (coughs), and most importantly,

"RUGGED".


WHAT’S IN THE BOX?
The box is relatively simple haha. You get the set, and a set of eartips in SML. done..

BUILD and COMFORT

This is where I'm impressed with the little Q at first, apart from the fixed cable.

They are built well and solid. Very light weight that you can sling shot this like David hitting Goliath haha.

Although some might be turned off by the fixed cable, I so dig the quality and the industrial texture. I think its thickened PVC skin. Im not giving you ideas, but if you are into masochist foreplays,you...... nevermind hahahaha..

Anyhow, the fit is comfortable. It fits and then its gone.. I can insert them deep and no problems with isolation..

going back to the cable.. yes you can.. hahaha



SETUP:
-Shanling M3X using UAPP, Hiby ang stock player

-I used sedna stock tips durinh this review..

-stock cable? lol

-Volume measured and listened at 75-78 dbs.

MY LIBRARY:
I grew up listening to 90’s music. Alternative, punk-rock, screamo, rap, Philippine OPM, Anime songs, JPOP, KPOP, metal, reggae and a lot more.
The artists I regularly listen to are:

Rock-Alternative-Metal
Incubus, 311, BMTH, Matchbox 20, The Goo Goo Dolls, Paramore, Polyphia, The Calling,, Babymetal, Metallica, Slipknot, Bon Jovi, Coheed and Cambria, Deftones, Red Hot, Green day,

OPM(Original Pinoy Music):
E-heads, Slapshock, Parokya, Urbanddub, Up Dharma Down, Bamboo, IV of spade, Kamikazee, Rivermaya

POP:
IU, Yoasobi, Yorushika, Milet, Reona, Maroon 5, Coldplay, Bruno Mars, Ed Sheeran, Taylor, Dua Lipa, Oliva Rodrigo, Billie Eilish

OTHERS:
Carpenters, Micheal Learns to Rock, Celine Dion, Bob Marley, Sitti, Daft Punk, Pink Floyed, Earth wind and fire, Amber rubarth, Sia, Yosi Horikawa

I listen to more, but I can’t just list them all here.haha. Just giving you an idea on what I listen.

Thanks for reaching here. Hope you enjoyed reading.

WHERE TO BUY:

Non-affiliate link

https://keephifi.com/products/kbear-little-q

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B5XP6BD2?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

(total 1-3 mins read)

KBEar Little Q is KBEar's latest budget offering. It comes in at a Whopping $18usd price tag and it features a Huge 6mm Dynamic Driver (I'm being sarcastic). There are a few colours to choose from: black, gunmetal, blue—I went with gunmetal w mic. Packaging is super simple. It comes in a very small square box, with the IEM + extra soft silicon eartips inside. For the price, it is good enough.

In terms of fit, they fit perfect. I used the M size eartips and they just sit perfectly and comfortably in my ears. I can truly wear these all day with no complaints.

In terms of sound, these are THICC bois. They sound very fun, very thick and engaging. I'd describe them as having a Warm V-shaped sound signature. Bass is THICC and rumbly, midrange is thick and lush, vocals sound full and forward, and treble here sounds smooth with the occasional sparkle at times (mostly with crashes and cymbals. Quite well done).

In terms of technicalities, for $18usd, I mean, you can't ask for too much. These are quite the "in your head" sounding IEM. Imaging and soundstage is mostly "in your head", detail retrieval is decent for the price, and timbre is on the thick side. Amping isn't necessary but if you do feed them with power, bass becomes tighter and punchier which makes the Little Q sounds more like a fun, engaging, tiny cannon!

As for areas of improvement, I don't know. For only $18usd, I find it really hard to complain. If I were to nitpick, I think they could at least include a carrying pouch for us. Also, if you aren't into bass, then these are definitely not for you. Other than that, I have nothing else to say. For $18usd, I think KBEar nailed it.

In conclusion, if you want a portable bass cannon that is affordable, very easy to carry around, fits great in your ears, then the KB EAR Little Q is for you. As a basshead myself, I approve of the Little Q and I like it.

Thanks for reading!

Interested in getting one? Check it out on Keephifi:
Keephifi - https://keephifi.com/products/kbear-little-q

KBear Little Q: Lay Down with the Little Q

Today we will be taking a look at the relatively new release from KBear, namely the Little Q. Will the Little Q tower the competition despite its size? Continue reading to find out!

NOTE: My particular unit came without its stock tips and instead I’ve used Sony EP-EX11 tips as my main eartips for the Little Q

Sources Used:
- Zishan Z3 ES9038 with OPA1602 opamp
- Not-by-VE Abigail
- Not-by-VE Avani
- Poco M3

Build Quality and Comfort:

Cable:
- Thick yet malleable which can definitely take a strong tug without any damage thanks to the PVC material
- Fixed cable which may turn some people off, but very durable quality that won’t make you feel scared of breaking the cable
- Not a lot of memory and is quite behave to stay put when wrapped (having velcro or cord winder would help to store it more efficiently
- Gold plated 3.5mm Jack looks sturdy but the jack tail tube may have the tendency to put unnecessary pressure on the cable for potential damage
- Cable texture is soft and will most likely not irritate people’s skins (unless allergic to PVC material)
- Does not include ear hooks or cable sinch
- Surprisingly good mic quality

The IEMs Themselves:
- Small and compact, will most likely fit most people’s ears
- ~5mm nozzle that may become an issue to those who have smaller ears and want a deep fit
- Text on the IEMs is relatively easy to erase
- Tip rolling is highly recommended to find the proper fit

NOTE: My particular ears find that the driver flex on the Little Q to be quite intense but this could be my ears being weird despite rolling tips

- Does not exhibit any pressure points/hotspots within and out of the earlobes (even when pushed in deep)
Sound Signature:
- Smooth, laid back V-Shaped with emphasis on the low end, slightly recessed mids, and decently elevated and extended treble

Bass:
- Impactful yet non-boomy or muddy bass
- Provides a sufficient amount of rumble and bass texture without being excessively bass heavy
- Midbass elevation may slightly bleed into the mids on certain tracks
- Decent speed bass speed but could've been tightened without losing its impact
- You can pinpoint a good amount bass details but some dulling, particularly on midbass heavy tracks may be heard

Mids:
- Thick, bodied mids but has the tendency to sound distant and sloppy on bass-heavy tracks
- The aforementioned midbass elevation affects the mids noticeably enough to pull back the vocals on some tracks
- Male vocals sound warm, thick and rich
- Female vocals are pleasing enough but slightly distant sounding on certain tracks
- Overall, the vocals are of a laid-back and smooth presentation
- Upper mids don’t exhibit shout and peaks but at the cost of slightly pulled back string or air instruments

Treble:
- Safe yet decently extended treble for a non-fatiguing listen
- Only peaks and sibilance on certain songs with poor mastering but clean treble most of the time
- Resolving ability is nothing special, but can still provide a decent amount of clarity and detail so as to not dull most tracks
- Microdetails are present, but only on more powerful sources and have the tendency to get overpowered by the bass
Soundstage and Imaging
- Decent all across the board, above average for its price range
- Despite the elevated bass, it doesn’t seem to affect the staging to a point where the bass feels like its enveloping you, allowing for a surprising amount of air
- Vocal and instrument distance is adequate but as stated, can be a bit distant



Verdict:
The KBear Little Q was quite the surprise as when I had initially heard of it, I thought it was just going to be an IEM lost in the sea of sub $20 due to the competition. But unlike the competition, the Little Q seems to offer quite the package in terms of how practical this can be. Its small size may make it seems quite fragile, but the aluminum build with PVC material used for its cable will defy its little name and appearance. As for sound, it’s nothing we haven’t heard in the price. But unlike most of the IEMs, especially bullet types in the market right now the Little Q offers quite the laid-back V-Shape that most people would find themselves enjoying for a good casual listen. But that’s where I would place the Little Q at. Best for casual use. Due to the quite dulled mid and to a point treble, this would not be a unit you’d use to analyze music. But at the end of the day when all you want is a relaxing listening session, the Little Q will provide you a big source of comfort and peace.

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INTRODUCTION:
KBear, the brand based out of China is a well established brand and got a good reputation among the Audiophiles out there. The brand has placed its presence both on the budget and the mid tier category and is known for their impressive audio. The Believe was one of my favourite IEM from the brand and sad to know that it got discontinued due to the scarcity in sourcing the beryllium. The Little Q is their new offering in the ultra budget category and in this review let’s check out how good this is against the competitors.



SPECIFICATIONS:
Impedance: 32Ω
FR Range: 20-20KHz
Sensitivity: 118dB
Driver unit: 6mm Composite Diaphragm
Color: Black/Gun/Blue
Shell Material: Aluminum Alloy
Microphone: With mic/No mic
Plug type: 3.5mm Straight

DISCLAIMER:
This unit has been provided to me by the KeepHiFi in exchange for my honest opinion on the product. I have not been influenced by the brand nor an individual person to manipulate the review hence the whole review is based on my observations. The views might differ from person to person and it's based on the sources and pairings with the given product.

If you are interested in purchasing this product please go ahead via this unaffiliated link: Little Q

DESIGN AND FIT:
The whole construction is made out of Metal thus provides a nice sturdy and premium feel on the hands. The cable is however on the fixed side thus one can easily swap them unless you mod them to be. The cable does provide microphonics sound hence it might disturb one when they scratch your shirts.

The provided stock tips do provide great isolation and seal to the ears. Though a vent is provided on the faceplate, the isolation is still great and thanks to the design and the provided tips.



SOUND:
The sound profile of the Q is more on the V shaped side. The bass here is elevated quite a bit with equal sub and mid bass presence while the mid section is recessed a bit providing a laid back experience. The treble is tuned to sound smoother with limited extension providing a fatigue free listening. The tonality is warm and lush generating a pleasing experience. The technical aspects are above average for the price with enough width in staging and pretty good layering effects. Let’s check out in detail about the sound in the following sections.

BASS:
The bass in the Little Q is warm and thicker with equal emphasis over the sub bass and mid bass sections. The bass accompanied with that warmer tonality gave an overall thicker and lush presentation.

The sub bass in the Q is nice and deeper providing that satisfying rumble hence Zimmer’s tracks sounds absolutely beautiful. The mid bass is also great in terms of quantity thus providing that fullness to the overall presentation. The mid bass however feels slightly excessive in some tracks making the sub and mid bass indistinguishable sometimes. They tend to overlap each other thus the bass sounds more thicker and slightly uncontrolled.

The speed of the bass in the Q is moderate where it's neither too fast nor too slow. The bass here is more on the slam side rather than attacking. The lush bass presence gives a nice enjoyable experience to bass lovers out there where the kick drums sound nice and tighter. The separation in the bass segment is good and the overall bass presence is great but it could have been excellent if the mid bass is less in terms of quantity and more emphasis was given to sub bass thus making the attack and the separation a notch upper.

MID RANGE:
The mid range in the Q is more in the recessed side but thankfully that does provide relaxing and laidback signature. The vocals however placed at an appropriate position hence the engaging factor is present here. The instruments in the background however are slightly pushed back thus some of the small percussion and stringed instruments would get lost in some complex tracks.

The tonality is warm and lush making the mid range more pleasing to listen to. The lower mid section has that nice fullness carried along from the mid bass presence. This made the male vocals sound nice and thicker. The upper mid section is tuned in a tamed out fashion rather than elevated which made the female vocals sound fatigue free and smoother. The female vocals even though they don’t sound that sparkle enough they do provide that nice engaging smoother tone which is the strong aspect of the Q.

The separation in the mid section is pretty good with nice wide stage presence while sometimes they do seem to be congested especially with complex tracks. The detail retrieval is decent and don’t expect it to be a better performer since their presence is laidback.

TREBLE:
The treble in the Q is tamed out in a good way that it correlates with a nice longer fatigue free listen. They have adequate brightness to deliver some high hats in a nice fashion. The shimmer and the brilliance in the top end is pretty neat and is tuned to deliver smoother notes rather than aggressive and more sparkly. The extension in the top end is limited but since it focuses on smoother listen they do really match up the limited extension.
The cymbal crashes do sound natural with nice attack and decay. The trumpets and the guitar strings have subtle brightness which is pretty good but if you expect it to be more upfront and splashy it's not the case here. The detail retrieval in the top end is pretty good even though they are not in the top tier level. The presence of air is nice thus it helps in bringing out enough details out of the track. The sibilance is kept under control making the longer listening sessions a fatigue free experience.

Though this has a v shaped signature the extension is kept limited to certain points to deliver a smoother sound thus for casual yet engaging listening sessions this would really go well.

TECHNICALITIES:
STAGING: The staging is wide enough representing a grand enough presentation. The height however is on the average side with a bigger depth sensation and thanks to that bass response.

IMAGING AND LAYERING: These aspects are tuned to be good with nice positioning of instruments. The different depths of notes are neatly laid out without any congestion and does have that clustered out feel in the complex tracks. The channel sweep felt smoother and doesn't feel like a 2D imaging.

Overall the Macro dynamics are portrayed out well while having some compromises over the micro dynamics which is expected in this price range. As for the price, the technical aspects are pretty good.

VERDICT:
Little Q, the latest budget offering from the house of KBEar is an excellent package for the price. The “Q” reminds me of James Bond’s Tech Guy called the Quartermaster who packs and makes all the tech stuff for the infamous agent. The Little Q here does the same thing for a cheaper bucks.
Little Q has a very sturdy construction where it is fully constructed out of metal and adopts a bullet shaped design language thus it will fit most of the ears. The cables are fixed though and that's the only bummer considering the design aspects.

The Q adopts a 6mm Composite Diaphragm Dynamic Driver which does really deliver an impressive sound for the price. The tonality is warm and natural as one would normally expect from a Dynamic driver and the Q doesnt mess up in this aspect. The overall sound is relying on the V shaped aspect but not in a bad way where the treble usually tends to be sharper in most of the V shaped but in the Q its tuned to be smoother and non fatiguing yet deliver some nice brightness and details.
The bass here is the main show here with nice sub bass reach and rumble while the mid range has that engaging vocals with lush instrument presence. Though they are slightly recessed, the overall presentation does match up that. A lush and warm presentation indeed!

The technical aspects are pretty good for the price though they are not in the top tier league and one shouldn’t expect that from an ultra budget product ☺. The staging is wide enough with clean imaging and layering aspects. On a positive note this does come with mic hence frequent mobile diallers would love this added bonus.
Overall, the Little Q is the “QUARTERMASTER” in the ultra budget category as it possesses a nice and unique warm, pleasing and lush sound to go well with most of the ears and their unique tastes.

Intro
LittleQ is the latest budget offering from KBear. It is marketed as a sleeping bud,what does that translate to? To me,it will certainly be a non offensive tuning as it is marketed as a sleeping bud? Also, the rather minimal form factor which is quite similar to Final Audio’s E series.

I am going to skip the packaging as the packaging is rather minimal and there is nothing much to talk about here, for the asking price, it really isn’t an issue at all. You are getting a little box with the IEM, eartips, which is totally fine.

Comfort wise, the shell is very similar to Final Audio E series, i have no issues fitting them, very light and literally disappears when in your ear. I personally find that it sounds better when it is used with a smaller ear tip for deeper insertion.

Source
Macbook Air M2 Apple Music -> Little Q
Macbook Air M2 -> Kaei HP100 -> Little Q
Tempotec V6 -> Little Q

Sound
In terms of sound, LittleQ does what it does, being marketed as a sleeping bud, I personally think that LittleQ sticks to what was marketed as. A slightly laidback signature that is never offensive and as its intended purpose, for you to listen to music prior to dozing off or dozing off with the LittleQ itself.

Tonality wise, it is leaning towards a warmer side and not to mention it has got a pretty good note weight considering its asking price. Timbre wise, it sounds quite natural to my ears.

Bass has got good texture and note weight, it is quite punchy, speed wise it is a little slow so it might not be a good choice to listen to those tracks that need fast bass or else it will sound muddy, but hey, it is a sleeping bud isn’t it? Sub bass does what it does when it is asked for but nowhere near bass head level or rumble. It is safe to say that LittleQ’s mid bass is a more prominent than the sub bass

Mids on the LittleQ is very rich to my ears, warm tonality. Vocal for both male and female has got decent texture to it and is never thin sounding to my ears. Upper mids are generally smooth and never harsh. Very smooth mids overall.
In terms of treble, it is overall smooth, not emphasised for sure and never sibilant nor harsh, very easy to listen to for a long period of time. As for detail retrieval,it is average for the asking price and you should not expect this to be a detail monster as this is more of a laid back set.Soundstage is average in terms of depth and height. A little out of your head but nothing wild. Generally good for the asking price imo. Imaging capability is good but will suffer a little for very complex tracks.

Driveability
LittleQ is easy to drive,it can sound reasonably loud off the 3.5mm jack from your smartphone, but of course it will benefit from a better source in terms of having a better and more controlled sound.



Final Thoughts
LittleQ offers a superb price performance ratio at just under 20$, it might be overshadowed by the recent releases but this is still a no brainer considering the price performance ratio that it is offering. Highly recommended! Good for listening prior to going to bed or even just as a daily beater, but definitely not something you would want to reach out for if you prefer an analytical kind of tuning or neutral sounding.



*LittleQ was sent by KBEAR F.O.C in exchange for this review. I am not under any influence nor do I receive any monetary compensation for this review.

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KBEAR Little Q

Description
The KBEAR Little Q is a wired earbud featuring an all-metal construction, compact enclosure and micro driver. It comes in minimalist packaging, a white cardboard box containing the earbuds fitted in a card cut-out below which are stored the three sizes of eartips and documentation.

The enclosures are solidly built from a gunmetal coloured alloy and are "bullet" shaped with KBEAR branding on the outer face. There is a prominent lip on the nozzle which helps to keep the eartips secure. The rear of the enclosure has a pattern of interlocking hexagons with a pinhole vent in the centre and there is a further pinhole vent on the underside by the cable. Channel identification is provided by embossed lettering "L" and "R" on the rear of the cable exit. Colour coding here would have been helpful as the lettering is difficult to read. The drive unit is a 6mm dynamic type with a composite diaphragm.

The Little Q was principally tested with a Hidizs AP80 Pro X DAP with a Huawei smartphone and CD player also employed. The largest size of the supplied tips were used which resulted in a comfortable fit with a fairly deep insertion, producing excellent isolation and solid bass. A burn in period of 100 hours was used to settle down the dynamic driver. After this the sound quality improved significantly so I would suggest that with the Little Q burning in is mandatory. Adequate volume was obtained from all equipment and the Little Q was adept enough to show a noticeable improvement with a higher quality source, although I did find the sound varied noticeably with different devices.

Sound Quality
The Little Q impressed with a powerful sound belying its size with an impressive bass presentation from the micro-driver. Sub bass had a satisfying rumble, mid bass provided a good kick and the tonality was warm and natural. There was a little bass bleed and the transient response could have been a little more incisive. Midrange was a little recessed with the lower region showing additional warmth from the bass and gradually becoming brighter with frequency. The upper region sounded clear and natural with no sign of peaks. Treble was relaxed and smooth with no harshness or sibilance, but it did roll off a little early. Overall this resulted in a well balanced and relaxing mild V shaping. Soundstage was just a bit above average in dimension with a little more width than height and depth.

Bass
The powerful bass response provided a solid foundation with a deep sub bass response and an elevated mid bass. The first part of "Inhaling Green" by Nick Magnus features wordless female vocals set against a synth/pomp rock instrumental backdrop and the Little Q produced an impressive and expansive sound picture. The warmth of the tonality did affect the detail and resolution and the bass occasionally became dominant, but the overall impression was of a "fun" tuning with good impact.

The deep bass drums in Sibelius's beautiful "The Swan of Tuonela" came across with the requisite menacing feeling in the superb performance by the Lahti Symphony Orchestra under Osmo Vanska's baton. Set against hushed strings and a haunting cor anglais solo, the Little Q created a spacious sound world with a healthy rumble and plenty of atmosphere, although a little more detail and resolution was wanting. The balance here was more natural between the bass and the rest of the orchestra.

Mids
The Little Q's midrange was warm and somewhat recessed, but retained good timbre throughout. With some bleed from the bass, transients were a little blunted but there were no harsh peaks and smoothness was the keyword. The upper region was clearer and more defined and detail retrieval was acceptable but could have been more precise.

The lush synth washes supporting the lead voice in Davol's "Mystic Waters" were very attractively presented with good atmosphere, whilst being just a little distant in the mix. There was a good sense of height in the lead synth voice in the middle of the piece and overall the Little Q turned in a very enjoyable performance.

"It must be Love" in the entertaining version by Madness sounded very good. Set against an infectious reggae backing and imaginative string parts, the Little Q rose to the occasion admirably. Suggs' lead vocal was well projected and was nicely balanced with the rhythmic accompaniment which came over with clarity and attack. The sax solo in the bridge displayed a believable timbre as did the ensuing electric guitar solo, producing an enjoyable rendition. The balance in this production was very much to the Little Q's liking.

Treble
The treble was generally smooth, relaxing and free of disturbing peaks. There was some loss of detail due to a gentle roll off in the upper region and I would have preferred a little more sparkle and resolution here.

In "Blue Saloon" from "Tubular Bells II" by Mike Oldfield, the bass guitar is accompanied by delicate high electronic percussion effects. These just lost some detail and were set back a little more than ideal. The timbre and tonality of the guitars and percussion were accurate and were musically satisfying and the rhythmic elements were well rendered.

Jacques Loussier's superb 1960 recording of Bach's "Air on a G string" recently remastered, features piano, double bass and percussion. The fine details in the brush cymbal work were somewhat distant and subdued, but the piano in the more dynamic passages showed excellent speed and timbre. A little more brightness here would have been perfect. The ambience of the recording venue came over well.

Soundstage
The Little Q produced a stage of average dimension, with the width being greater than the depth, and a decent impression of height. Layering was above average and imaging also of a good standard. Stereo movement and effects were very well portrayed making the Little Q ideal for gaming and movie soundtracks.

"The Fairy Garden" is part of the "Mother Goose Suite" by Ravel. In the electronic version by Isao Tomita from "The Ravel Album", the movement of the electronic effects was impressively conveyed with the deep bass parts sweeping across the image while the high pitched sounds sparkled and danced above them.

"On Air" is an album by the Alan Parsons Project. In the opening track, "Blue Blue Sky" we are greeted by birdsong all around us. A close miked vocal accompanied by acoustic guitar follows and this was exceptionally clear. Finally, towards the end of the piece, two jet aircraft speed across the image from right to left and the effect was very convincing and exciting with a natural and realistic "airy" feel as the sound faded.

Comparisons
The Little Q joins a number of similar models appearing recently, amongst which are the two below that I have chosen for comparison, the Fiio x Jade Audio JD3 and the Moondrop Chu.

Fiio x Jade Audio JD3
The JD3, like the Little Q, is a fixed cable-down IEM. It features a stainless steel “bullet” style housing containing a 9.2mm dynamic driver, a powerful neodymium magnet assembly, a CCAW voice coil and dual cavity construction. It also has a sound reflection absorbing device. The earpieces are vented to increase the soundstage and the build quality is excellent as expected from Fiio.

The JD3 has a fairly standard V shaping with a powerful and rather dominant bass with some bleed into the midrange which is a little recessed. There is good timbre as befits a dynamic driver and the treble is generally smooth with an emphasis in the lower presence region and a roll-off in the upper frequencies. This tuning helps to avoid undue harshness and sibilance. The soundstage is average in dimension. Overall, it displays a warm, easy-going, amenable sound suiting many genres.

In fact, the Little Q and JD3 do sound quite similar, both having a powerful bass, recessed mids and relaxed treble. However, the Little Q has a bit more liveliness in its presentation than the JD3 and its treble is smoother and more natural.

Moondrop Chu
The Chu has a 10mm dynamic driver and fixed cable worn over the ear. It retails for around $20. The compact earpieces are built from zinc alloy and the non-detachable cable is rubbery. The packaging and accessories are excellent at the price and the IEMs themselves are solidly built.

The Moondrop Chu has a neutral bass, somewhat forward midrange and a bright and detailed treble. Due to the forward nature of the midrange, the staging is fairly intimate but the excellent imaging and separation gives the impression of a larger stage. With a bright, clear and immediate sound and an overall well balanced profile, the Chu engages the listener in a lively entertaining way.

Compared to the Little Q, it presents a brighter and more immediate sound with improved detail, and is not as V-shaped as the KBEAR. The Little Q is warmer and more relaxing to listen to but the Chu has better technicalities.

Conclusion
The Little Q surprised me with the scale of its sound, especially in the bass, the 6mm driver really moving the air. The midrange was pleasantly tuned with a warm, natural timbre and to complete the picture, there was a relaxed high frequency range perfect for the treble-sensitive amongst us. Technicalities were not its strong suit with the emphasis being more on musicality, and I felt a little more urgency and sparkle would have been welcome with improved treble extension. However, at the price, these criticisms can be forgiven and some improvements can be obtained with a brighter source. I employed an Xduoo X20 DAP for this purpose with excellent results.

Overall, KBEAR have produced another successful product which performs well above its price. It has a "fun" tuning and is easily driven from a smartphone, making it ideal for music on the move. The Little Q certainly holds its own against the competition in its sector and is a welcome addition to the KBEAR inventory.

The KBEAR Little Q have been sent to me by KeepHifi in exchange for the publication of this review. They have never requested anything specific and I will do my best to be as unbiased as possible, always reminding you that these IEMs did not cost me anything.

You can find a non-affiliate link to KBEAR Little Q via KeepHifi by visiting the version of this review published on my blog.

Intro…

I have reviewed quite a few of these small bullet style IEMs but I have to say that I think the Little Q are the smallest of all of them. When I first opened the package, I was very surprised at how tiny these IEMs really are.

Coming in at around 15€, these are another set that are competing for the ultra budget category but do they do anything that so many other models don’t?



Presentation…

The presentation of the Little Q is about as basic as you can get, with a white box that contains the IEMs and a few set of spare silicone tips.

Not a lot to really talk about here but as I have repeated many times, in this price range I don’t want to see a lot of accessories.



Build & aesthetics…

I already mentioned how tiny these are, so again, there is not really much to say. They opt for an elongated cylinder type shape, very similar to the shape used by Final Audio on their E series, yet slightly smaller.

They are available with or without a microphone, with a 1€ difference, in black grey and blue. As KeepHifi asked which version I would like, I opted for the blue version with a microphone and I am glad I did. As these are so small and compact, they are a perfect candidate to store in a pocket or even a small container on a keyring, allowing you to always have a set of IEMs (with mic) available.

The build quality is all plastic (at least I think its plastic) yet is is well constructed and the finish is very well done. There is the KBEAR logo down one side in black and the back of the IEMs has a small honeycomb design printed on in white (something that could also be reminiscent of the Final Audio logo on the back of their IEMs).

Even though I say that aesthetics are not really something I care about in these price ranges, I am actually quite fond of them and they are very comfortable, even when laying on my side.



Sound…

So, the important part, sound. Let's start off as usual with the graph of the Little Q compared to my personal preference target:



Ok, maybe we are not off to a great start here, as far as my personal preferences go, but all is not lost!

Down at the lowest frequencies, the Little Q are pretty elevated, giving quite a bit of presence to those lower notes. Now, if you remember (for those of you that follow my reviews), I recently reviewed the Blon FG which had less presence down low than the Little Q and I said it was not good. Well, the Little Q has something that saves it, it’s this thing called definition. Even though there is a fair amount of elevation in the lowest ranges, it doesn’t fall apart and become a huge… “blob” I think was the word I used.

This goes for the midbass too, which is also way above my preferences in this area but, as it actually has some clarity and definition, I don’t hate it. In fact, I actually find it kind of fun. I think those that like a lot of bass and are looking for something that is very cheap will have no problems with the low end of the Little Q.

I am not saying that it is amazing in the low end, nor that it is as clear and defined as higher range IEMs, I am saying that it is surprisingly good for the price and I find it enjoyable, which is quite a compliment from me for something with this amount of bass.

As we move into the mids, the tuning is again very similar to the FG, yet the Little Q actually performs rather well in these frequencies. Yes, there is a noticeable dip in the center of the mids but at least it stays defined, even if it does lean towards (or rather point towards) the warm side of things.

I found acoustic music to be quite enjoyable and while I wouldn’t pick these as my reference IEMs, “Crazy” by Daniela Andrade had nice warmth and clarity in the mid range, as did Caro Emerald in “Back It Up”. Vocals were easily appreciated and overall fun to listen to.

A lot of this presence is due to the boost as we get up to the 2500Hz range. This climb is actually quite smooth and does a decent job of making sure vocals get the spotlight they deserve. Voices certainly don’t get pushed up front, there is too much going on in the lower ranges for that to happen, but there is enough presence to be pleasant.

There is another peak around 6kHz before they upper ranges start to roll off and this is something that does help brighten things up a little but can be a little hot on certain tracks, along with some presence of sibilance, especially when elevating the volume level.

Soundstage is not huge, as is to be expected with such a deep fitting set, but it is not terrible either, with image placement that helps make things seem a bit better distributed.



Isolation…

This is something that I haven’t really mentioned much in reviews over the years but I have been working on putting together a collection of isolation measurements of the IEMs I have reviewed. The photo above is the isolation measurement of the Little Q but you can compare it with other isolation measurements by visiting achoreviews.squig.link/isolation (its the same address as my FR measurements but with /isolation on the end).



Conclusion…

The KBEAR Little Q are a set of IEMs that I have grown quite fond of while trying them out. They are not highly detailed, nor are they going to win any awards for amazing sound, yet they are a pleasant listen that work great as a cheap “out and about” set.

Due to the size of them, plus the fact that they have a mic, they are a great option to store in a tiny case that can be easily kept in a pocket or even on a keyring. This means that you have a set of IEMs that you can pull out at any time and plug them straight into your phone (if you have a headphone jack of course, if not, you can add an Apple dongle for another 10€), enjoy some music and make some calls, without worrying about them being damaged or lost.

They might not be the best isolating IEMs (although that will depend on the tips used of course) but as they have that elevation in the lower ranges, they should also work pretty well in noisy environments.

All I can say is that, for 15€, I think the Little Q are more than worthy of their price tag.

(As always, this review is also available in Spanish both on www.achoreviews.com and on www.youtube.com/achoreviews)

In the Chi-Fi world, most of us are likely to be familiar with the KB Ear brand and their amazing products. Recently, they have introduced a highly affordable KB Ear Little Q, and I am grateful that Keephifi have provided me a pair for testing and honest review. You can find the link below for the review unit KB Ear Little Q on their website below if you would like to give a support.

Product link:
https://keephifi.com/products/kbear-little-q



Specification:
Impedance: 32 Ohm
Sensitivity: 118 dB
FR Range: 20-20 KHz
Wire: 1.2m PVC leather thread
Plug type: 3.5mm straight
Drive unit: 6mm composite diaphragm

Fit/Comfort:
Trust me, it is very comfortable due to its tiny and ultra lightweight design, build material feels premium. Overall shape is bullet, similar to OnePlus Bullets but much sleek. The cables do feel premium and does not tangle easily.

Sound:
Overall good sound quality, male and female vocals are clear but details are acceptable as compared to other similarly priced IEMs. Sound has a slightly V-shaped signature.

Lows:
The lows are packed, strong bass, have quick response, and is acceptable overall although its tiny size. It might not favour the bassheads, but it is good enough for beginners for daily media consumption and gaming.

Mids:
The mids are quite clean, full of richness, warm and smooth as expected. Vocal tonality is realistic and has natural tone.

Highs:
The highs are extended and is considered average. Overall treble is on the smooth and bright side.

Soundstage:
Medium quality soundstage due to limitation of single composite diaphragm. Layering and instrumentation is good enough to be considered acceptable.

Conclusion:
Do not underestimate this KB EAR Little Q due to its tiny size, it actually packs a lot and is suitable for beginners in IEM world and good enough for daily media consumption and gaming purposes. I'd gladly recommend it as it is affordable at only $15.29 from KeepHifi.

The LittleQ is the latest from KBear it is a tiny IEM with a attached cable and very small bullet shaped shell. Inside the bare minim package is three sizes of tips and a clip. The construction is good and if handled well it should last. They are little and non intrusive so it should be comfortable for all ears, I found them great for laying down at night.

Sound:
Bass Has great texture and weight, it digs down deep but maintains good control and decent speed. Sub-Bass has a good extension, but Mid-Bass is a little more prominent.

Mids: Present warm with a rich tonality and a slight recession, vocals sound natural and forward but remain centered. Mids in general are smooth and pleasant.

Treble: Is without harsh peaks and presented neutral and clear with decent details.

Soundstage: Has a average size width it is less in height and depth but still sounds natural and has good imaging.

Conclusion or afterthoughts:
The KBear LittleQ is a good value IEM, it has a warm smooth tonality that goes well with most music making it a superb all arounder in the under $20 range and maybe beyond too.

Disclaimer:

• Keephifi sent this unit to me in an exchange for an honest, unbiased review. Rest assured that this review will be free from any bias/es as much as possible.
• The following remarks and observations shall be made and owned only by me.
• No monetary compensation is/was involved before, during, and after the period of creation of this review.
• Your mileage may (and always, will) vary.

Burn-in time: 5-10 hours per day, 5 days.

Source/s used:

• Hidizs AP80
• VE MEGATRON USB DAC
• Zishan U1 USB DAC (AKM Variant)
• Cyberdrive Feather DAC
• Non-HiFi smartphone (realme 5i, Samsung Galaxy A6 2018)
• Local Files via Foobar and Roon, YouTube Music, Deezer, and Qobuz with UAPP.

IEM/Earbud/Setup configuration: Stock small eartips, stock cable, any form of EQ or MSEB off, 40-60% volume, both high and low gain, with and without extra amplification.
Sound signature:

• The KBEAR Little Q follows the KBEAR’s house sound - a smooth, v-shaped sound signature. What makes this different from its UIEM-shaped sibling, the KS1, is that it retains its smoothness and body in any frequency - it is a warm, smooth, v-shaped sounding IEM that avoids any fatigue.

Lows:

• The lows here in the Little Q are elevated and pack a punch. Its midbass is a bit more dominant than the subbass, but the subbass still packs a good amount of depth and extension when the track needs it. The decay is average with a hint of quickness at some tracks such as The Chainsmokers’ “Roses” as an example. While this may not be the budget basshead’s dream, the Little Q does not sound little on most tracks as it can deliver good bass response when needed.

Mids:

• The mids here are warm and recessed. On some tracks, it may get too distant than usual such as on KANA BOON’s “Nandemo Nedari” but never got drowned or muffled as the vocals and instruments in this region are presented clearly. It also never sounded thin, which is a good sign that this is well tuned for this price. Upper mids are slightly elevated with very good clarity, air, and sparkle. It greatly avoided any peaks, harshness or sibilance. As a result, the mids are well-tuned, smooth, and will sound good even on instrumental or classical tracks.

Highs:

• Treble here in the Little Q is extended and extends more when added with additional power. It never sounded rolled off or dark while keeping the tuning here “safe”. I find this treble “correct” because this is meant to be used during sleeping or relaxing sessions and not meant for critical listening. Despite not being the most detailed in this price point, it still manages to present a good amount of detail retrieval as it is still capable of presenting small nuances easily.

Soundstage, Imaging, and separation:

• As for the soundstage, it is average with decent levels of expansion. It is wider than deep and has a good amount of depth. Separation here is also decent for its asking price and may slowly degrade on the most busiest tracks such as Fear, and Loathing in Las Vegas’ “Let Me Hear”. Imaging here is very good for me as it presented good spacing between instruments and vocals, particularly on “THE FIRST TAKE’s” videos, or simply when watching movies and podcasts.

Cons:

• Mids are recessed and will sound distant on some tracks.
• Microphonics of the cable here are almost non-existent, but an inclusion of a shirt clip might have eradicated that.
• Inclusion of a cable winder or a pouch would be a great treat for everybody (my nitpick)

- The KBEAR Little Q is a good all rounder budget IEM especially for people with smaller ears! For me, KBEAR executed and showed its purpose well when designing and tuning this IEM. This IEM differentiates itself from other IEMs in the 20 USD price range due to its aim to be used as a “sleeper”, daily IEM whereas the other aims for a more detailed and bass-shaking sound. This doesn’t mean that the Little Q sounds blunt or hazy though as this still has a very good amount of detail and technicalities that can render nuances for most tracks you listen to with this. I even used this already two times whenever I sleep and it is really comfortable - it just disappears to my ears and doesn’t protrude at all when I sleep sideways. Well done, KBEAR!

Pairing recommendation/s:

• Source: The KBEAR Little Q is very easy to drive and a smartphone is more than enough for the most part. However, it does scale with source according to my tests. Pair it with a usb-c dongle or a neutral source and you’ll get a tighter bass, more forward mids, and an added extension to the treble.

• Eartips: Eartips here are good enough for the most part, but I suggest using smaller, softer ear tips of your choice for you to fit it deeply and properly to your ears.

Thank you for reading!

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