Rose Technics QT-X
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Founded in 2012, Rose Technics has a good presence in the audiophile industry in China. With a diverse range of products, including in-ear monitors, true wireless earphones, and headphones, Rose Technics has garnered praise from enthusiasts. They are quite confident about tuning of their iems, some of which are done by notable people coming from companies such as Sony, Fostex, etc. I have tried a few other iems from their lineup and was really interested in trying the top-line iems.
I got a chance to try out the QT-X iems, an iem from their line-up equipped with 1 dynamic driver and 6 BA drivers. It's available to buy on Concept Kart in India here: link.
Alternatively, it is available here on the Rose website: Link
You also can get a pair on the AliExpress Store: Link
Rating Criteria:
I want to lay out my rating criteria before we start off. For me, the primary criterion for evaluating audio gear is its intrinsic value rather than its price tag. A higher price doesn't always correlate with superior quality, and similarly, a low-priced product can give enough listening pleasure for it to be called outstanding. I consider the build, features, and, most importantly, the impact on the listening experience. The fundamental purpose of audio gear is to enhance the listening experience. So for me, this degree of enhancement in the listening experience is a key determinant in rating a product.
Rating below 4: I really won't be posting reviews of such items unless someone has asked for them.
Rating of 4: The product is good, and some users may find it more satisfactory, but it does come with a few caveats, such as price, fit, etc.
Rating of 4.5: The product is excellent and comes with an easy recommendation, reflecting its high quality and overall positive attributes.
Rating of 5: This product can be deemed groundbreaking, a trendsetter, and an eye-opener and deserves a spot on everyone's list due to its exceptional features and outstanding performance.
Configuration (from the website):
Design, build, and fit:
I really appreciate the design of these iems; they are lightweight and well-built. The material feels durable, and the shape of the shells provides a comfortable fit for longer listening sessions. The cable is of good quality, with a 2-pin connection and a 4.4mm adapter included. It's also nicely finished with a fabric sleeve. The case included with these IEMs is of high quality and feels well-built, with good materials for the price. Overall, they have included enough accessories inside the box.
Additionally, there is a vent present on these IEMs to minimise pressure buildup. I haven't experienced any pressure or driver flex issues during my time with them.
The iems have slightly smaller nozzles, and wider than usual ear tips can fit well with them. The tips that come with the package are ample and fit really well on these iems. However, I tried them on Azla Sedna Light eartips, which fit really well.
Sound Analysis:
These iems have a sound that is quite satisfactory. The sound profile is near-bright, with a good emphasis on bass.
Bass stands out as a highlight on these iems. The lows are quite deep, and the subbass has a good body. There is a noticeable subbass rumble, which makes the bass a lot more enjoyable. In terms of bass layering and texture, these iems do really well. Midbass is well implemented, not giving a sense of being scooped out, and has a satisfactory quantity. There is no midbass bleeding into the midrange, and the midrange comes across clean.
Mids are neither too forward nor pushed back. These iems maintain sweetness in the midrange, but I find the mids on the thinner side. It has crisp mids and is good in terms of resolution. The lower mids have good weight, though. The thinness (not much) is more in the upper midrange.
Treble on these iems is done quite well. This region has a good amount of energy and extends really well. The micro-details are well presented. This treble is not harsh or sibilant, but it can come across as bordering sharp for some people.
On the technical front, these iems are really capable. Soundstage has a decent width and spreads far and wide. Imaging is good, and one can accurately position instruments and their placements. The resolution and clarity are very impressive too. The notes sound clean and crisp. I think for an iem of this price, the technicalities are more than impressive.
Source Synergy
QT-X is quite easy to drive and be easily driven even with a dongle and a mobile phone. With a good source, the sound is open and the resolution enhances a bit.
RZ-500 portable dac/amp:
The inclusion of this dac/amp is more than impressive. It features the flagship ES9038Q2M DAC & ESS9603Q amp chip. The sound is as good as other dongles on the market, which are available for about 100 USD. It comes with a USB-C cable to connect to PCs and mobile phones. I, however, had issues connecting it to my iPhone and could not use this dongle on it. There are a couple of other issues, such as the non-inclusion of the volume button on the dongle, which may limit the use-case for this dongle compared to others. However, it is a really standout feature, and I have not seen any other brands go this way.
Conclusion:
In the crowded market of budget to mid-fi iems (less than 500 USD), these iems offer quite a fresh approach. They stray away from the typical tuning that most of these iems have and give a nice sound quality, especially the nice bass on it. The value pack is a nice welcome for the people and gives immense value for money. All in all, these iems are a decent pair and get an easy recommendation from me.
I got a chance to try out the QT-X iems, an iem from their line-up equipped with 1 dynamic driver and 6 BA drivers. It's available to buy on Concept Kart in India here: link.
Alternatively, it is available here on the Rose website: Link
You also can get a pair on the AliExpress Store: Link
Rating Criteria:
I want to lay out my rating criteria before we start off. For me, the primary criterion for evaluating audio gear is its intrinsic value rather than its price tag. A higher price doesn't always correlate with superior quality, and similarly, a low-priced product can give enough listening pleasure for it to be called outstanding. I consider the build, features, and, most importantly, the impact on the listening experience. The fundamental purpose of audio gear is to enhance the listening experience. So for me, this degree of enhancement in the listening experience is a key determinant in rating a product.
Rating below 4: I really won't be posting reviews of such items unless someone has asked for them.
Rating of 4: The product is good, and some users may find it more satisfactory, but it does come with a few caveats, such as price, fit, etc.
Rating of 4.5: The product is excellent and comes with an easy recommendation, reflecting its high quality and overall positive attributes.
Rating of 5: This product can be deemed groundbreaking, a trendsetter, and an eye-opener and deserves a spot on everyone's list due to its exceptional features and outstanding performance.
Configuration (from the website):
I really appreciate the design of these iems; they are lightweight and well-built. The material feels durable, and the shape of the shells provides a comfortable fit for longer listening sessions. The cable is of good quality, with a 2-pin connection and a 4.4mm adapter included. It's also nicely finished with a fabric sleeve. The case included with these IEMs is of high quality and feels well-built, with good materials for the price. Overall, they have included enough accessories inside the box.
Additionally, there is a vent present on these IEMs to minimise pressure buildup. I haven't experienced any pressure or driver flex issues during my time with them.
The iems have slightly smaller nozzles, and wider than usual ear tips can fit well with them. The tips that come with the package are ample and fit really well on these iems. However, I tried them on Azla Sedna Light eartips, which fit really well.
Sound Analysis:
These iems have a sound that is quite satisfactory. The sound profile is near-bright, with a good emphasis on bass.
Bass stands out as a highlight on these iems. The lows are quite deep, and the subbass has a good body. There is a noticeable subbass rumble, which makes the bass a lot more enjoyable. In terms of bass layering and texture, these iems do really well. Midbass is well implemented, not giving a sense of being scooped out, and has a satisfactory quantity. There is no midbass bleeding into the midrange, and the midrange comes across clean.
Mids are neither too forward nor pushed back. These iems maintain sweetness in the midrange, but I find the mids on the thinner side. It has crisp mids and is good in terms of resolution. The lower mids have good weight, though. The thinness (not much) is more in the upper midrange.
Treble on these iems is done quite well. This region has a good amount of energy and extends really well. The micro-details are well presented. This treble is not harsh or sibilant, but it can come across as bordering sharp for some people.
On the technical front, these iems are really capable. Soundstage has a decent width and spreads far and wide. Imaging is good, and one can accurately position instruments and their placements. The resolution and clarity are very impressive too. The notes sound clean and crisp. I think for an iem of this price, the technicalities are more than impressive.
Source Synergy
QT-X is quite easy to drive and be easily driven even with a dongle and a mobile phone. With a good source, the sound is open and the resolution enhances a bit.
RZ-500 portable dac/amp:
The inclusion of this dac/amp is more than impressive. It features the flagship ES9038Q2M DAC & ESS9603Q amp chip. The sound is as good as other dongles on the market, which are available for about 100 USD. It comes with a USB-C cable to connect to PCs and mobile phones. I, however, had issues connecting it to my iPhone and could not use this dongle on it. There are a couple of other issues, such as the non-inclusion of the volume button on the dongle, which may limit the use-case for this dongle compared to others. However, it is a really standout feature, and I have not seen any other brands go this way.
Conclusion:
In the crowded market of budget to mid-fi iems (less than 500 USD), these iems offer quite a fresh approach. They stray away from the typical tuning that most of these iems have and give a nice sound quality, especially the nice bass on it. The value pack is a nice welcome for the people and gives immense value for money. All in all, these iems are a decent pair and get an easy recommendation from me.
gadgetgod
These look really nice bhai. Hope to hear these soon.
