I am surprised, reviewer couldn't find single con in SQ. Either hyping it or doesn't know how to review.

OK, all valid points, but I would urge you to have a listen to the Lark yourselves and if your opinion differs, fair enough. I would also suggest you read the comments by pfloyd and vannak in the KBEAR thread, as they concur with my opinion. I have never "hyped" any item but give my honest opinion based on extensive listening with various genres.

I don't see any problem with the review. But the terminologies and also the price range of the iem put person in dilemma. That's why I always pay attention to the comparisons. It gives me a better understanding. I like when people compare iem not only in their price range but also upper or lower ones.

Speaking of comparison, I'd like to hear if you could make comparison between lark and Zsn Pro or Zs10 pro if it performs that well.

I will bear that in mind for my future reviews. Regarding the ZS10 Pro vs Lark, ZS10 Pro is fast, exciting and V shaped, mids are quite recessed and tonality is occasionally harsh in upper mids/lower treble. Very entertaining sound. Lark is more balanced with very little recession, top end is airy, detailed and clear with no harshness and better timbre.

If you look back on my old reviews from 2016......I had reviews like this for $17-$25-$30 IEMs. At the time I had never spent more than $100 for an IEM. I had much better full-size headphones, but was just starting to use IEMs. So reviews like this are understandable and sincere. In those days I was trying to report on my conclusions at hand. When I read those reviews now, I wish I would have been more experienced, and made a more realistic review. Hindsight is 20/20.

People read the praise and descriptions in this review but become suspect...........finding it hard to be true in relation to the price. It’s like the positive descriptions get questioned, and readers want a taste of reality. It’s a fact there are reviews for $2000 IEMs which garner more criticism and written reporting on negatives. Yet this is this writer's ideas and conclusions at this point in time. All of us are in transition to becoming better.......the most important thing is attitude. IMO

Thank you. And of course today's $30 IEMs are far superior to 2016's $30 offerings. By the way I am far from inexperienced and have reviewed more than 40 IEMs, the most expensive being the TRI i3.

I've seen all your great reviews. I was reflecting on myself.........mostly trying to explain how reviews like this get written......as I have written ones like this. The price of the IEM in relation to how it performs is purely subjective...........as the higher priced IEM is expected to have an increase in ability, yet of course we are always looking to find and report on the loop-holes. I was simply expressing a possible understanding of how you made your review. It's of course your own review and no ones else's business how it's written. I'm defending your review due to the prior criticisms.......but in a more philosophical way. These style of reviews I look at as poetry, honest sincere poetry, but for myself being written due having been transfixed on qualities. There are less negatives just as someone enamored would describe something maybe? Readers can find such style not as grounded, yet it is what it is. I'm on your side with this.

Thank you for your kind words. My reviews are written from a musical perspective with music I know and love. If the feeling and connection with the piece is preserved, I know I am listening to a good one. My comments on the Lark were very positive mainly because of its musical performance but also because of its price and its ability compared to other dual hybrids. I try to write so that how the music sounds is communicated to the reader without being too technical. Other reviewers focus on the technical side more and have measuring equipment, etc., and that is also instructive and helpful. I do experiment with different tips and cables if there are issues which can be addressed such as fit (e.g BLON BL-03). I also consult my wife who has golden ears and a fine appreciation of good music and her input is often valuable. If an IEM disappoints I will say so, for example the CCA C10 Pro. I hope this gives you an idea of how I approach my writing.

Comparisons are important. If the Lark is as good as other $30 IEMs but NOT as good as TRI I3 or something else in your collection--similar price? different price and similar configuration? similar signature?--then that helps readers put it in perspective. At the moment I am extremely fond of ISN D02, about $80-$90, which to my ears is comparable to anything I've heard under $200. (I also love my RHA T20, not exactly a popular model on Head-fi.) But I wouldn't say "there is little to criticise" and leave it at that.

I don't know from reading your review whether I would ever want to listen to the Lark as opposed to my ISN D02. Happy to drop another $30 on the Lark if they are THAT fantastic. But I only have two ears and so much time. I don't need something mediocre compared to something I already own. I've been taken in by other Head-fi reviews--like the T2+, OK but over-hyped--and so I'm sorry that you were the one that got the reaction. But I think it's worth bringing up.

Fair comment and thank you.

Will get them in a day or two.. Will probably review them. Thank you for your work.

You said: By the way I am far from inexperienced and have reviewed more than 40 IEMs, the most expensive being the TRI i3.

How do you find this IEM in comparison to the Tri i3?

The i3 is far superior. Especially when amplified. It's a big, bold sound with superb mids, deep resonant bass and smooth yet detailed treble. Soundstage is the best in my collection. I fitted it with Spiral Dots and found the stock cable to give the best results. It is on a different level from the Lark but then again it is four times the price.

Nimweth, thanks. How do you find the i3 in comparison with much more expensive IEM's, such as the FH5, FH7, and even down to the FH3?

I am afraid I do not have any of those to compare it with. The i3 is the most costly IEM I own. I'm sure there are many on Head Fi who have, though. It may be better to ask this question in the TRI thread.

Lots of questions being directed at you, Nimweth, because of your positive review!

I think one of the valid points that was brought up here is that the Lark is probably competing with IEMs such as the KZ sub-50 models and the T2+.

So for context [in terms of making purchasing decisions], it was helpful that you added your thoughts about the ZS-10 Pro vs. the Lark. The Lark obviously sounds like a great success for KBear, and for reference it's good to know how it goes toe-to-toe with a common set like the Pro.

It would also be interesting to know exactly how it squares against the T2 Plus, I bet.

I will do a comparison when I have time but focused mainly on other dual hybrids in my review and also here.

Can you please tell me if there is any sibiliance while listening to Bring me back to life by Evanescence???

I don't know that song but I will find it and have a listen and report back to you. Perhaps someone else may be able to help in the meantime.