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Bellsing version is the best one, so you got lucky!
KB EAR Audio impressions thread
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Bellsing version is the best one, so you got lucky!
Chupi383
100+ Head-Fier
I have to agree. I don't think the TENHZ is bad in any way, it sounds fine. But after hearing the Bellsing one, I prefer its crisper, clearer sound.
willyboyaudio
100+ Head-Fier
Guys, I've received my new KB04 recently. I know this may seem obvious but I just want to ask which is the correct fitting of the tip, the left or right?
I've seen photos where they are installed like the one on the right. I am curious since to my ears, they affect the bass by a lot. Thanks so much.
I've seen photos where they are installed like the one on the right. I am curious since to my ears, they affect the bass by a lot. Thanks so much.
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FlowLikeWater
100+ Head-Fier
Guys, I've received my new KB04 recently. I know this may seem obvious but I just want to ask which is the correct fitting of the tip, the left or right?
I've seen photos where they are installed like the one on the right. I am curious since to my ears, they affect the bass by a lot. Thanks so much.
tbh whichever sounds better to you is the correct fit
with that said, i usually put tips on like the left, so they wont slip offwillyboyaudio
100+ Head-Fier
Thank you my friend, I appreciate it.tbh whichever sounds better to you is the correct fit
FlowLikeWater
100+ Head-Fier
anytime broThank you my friend, I appreciate it.
KBEAR 618 Big sale is holding!!!
Let's pick some good IEMS and cables!!!
Go to Buy them~~
https://www.aliexpress.com/store/5017064?spm=a2g0o.store_home.pcShopHead_1000001819183.0
Let's pick some good IEMS and cables!!!
Go to Buy them~~
https://www.aliexpress.com/store/5017064?spm=a2g0o.store_home.pcShopHead_1000001819183.0
The KBEar Aliexpress store lists a "New product" for about $30. Anyone have an idea what it would be about? --> https://www.aliexpress.com/item/4001134070208.html?spm=a2g0o.productlist.0.0.5d2668c7j7AP86
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I think it may be the KBEAR KS2: https://www.facebook.com/groups/audioreviews/permalink/4069887233051557/
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Yes it is the Bear KS2 which is heading my way. Expect an unboxing video and a video being uploaded when it arrives.
My KS2 arrived today and only took around 6 days to arrive which is amazing considering the times.
Only briefly tried it so far but seems to have a V shaped sound. Further testing will be done.
Only briefly tried it so far but seems to have a V shaped sound. Further testing will be done.
RikudouGoku
Member of the Trade: RikuBuds
Wow that was fast! DHL shipping? It looks pretty compact and with the V-shaped sound it might be a good beater set.My KS2 arrived today and only took around 6 days to arrive which is amazing considering the times.
Only briefly tried it so far but seems to have a V shaped sound. Further testing will be done.
Just standard shipping so was quite surprised with the fast arrival.
They look like the KZ ZST in size and have not checked the cable or other tips yet.
Just received my KBEAR KS2 today too. Standard shipping.
My wife saw it in the mail and she commented: "this looks like a toy, it looks very cheap." I didn't have high hopes until I connected it to my smartphone and I was pleasantly surprised by the sound!
The build is indeed plasticky and feels cheap, but don't judge a book by its cover, this set's sound quality is pretty good, considering the asking price of $20 - 30 USD. It looks for all intents and purposes like a cheap KZ, but the sound is pretty refined and a far cry from the typical KZ.
Build wise, it is quite comfortable, light, well fitting, above average isolation.
Accessories are pretty meh, a thin stock cable without chin clinch and some silicone tips, but nothing to fault at the asking price (in comparison, the TRN VX which cost $70 came with almost the same type of accessories LOL).
The KS2 sports a warm V shaped very well done, the upper mids/lower treble are boosted but not fatiguing like other CHIFI sawtooth upper mids. Subbass extends moderately well for a DD set, with good rumble and decay typical of DD sets. Bass is north of neutral but not at basshead levels. Bass is not particularly well textured.
Lower mids are recessed as typical of the V shaped tuning but not overly so. Treble is non fatiguing but extends moderately well, I like it, though maybe trebleheads wouldn't.
Technicalities are good for the price, with a wide soundstage, good imaging and details. Though for complex tracks sometimes the driver can't keep up in terms of speed, but nothing to fault for the price once again.
String timbre is okay considering it is a hybrid, but woodwinds and brass instruments sound like artificial toys sometimes.
All in all, a good all rounder for the price, I think it can suit most genres except maybe classical and jazz due to the timbre for acoustic instruments. This set would have cost way more if it was marketed under a western brand, I'm pleasantly surprised with it.
Will burn in more and compare it with other hybrids, but I think at this price bracket, the main competitor in terms of similar transducer type and graphs would be KBEAR's own KBEAR KB04 (yes it is very ironic that KBEAR would compete with itself in the same price bracket!).
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Ok after spending a week with the KBEAR KS2, I'm afraid some flaws have come to the fore: basically the poor timbre and the overly V shaped tuning. It is okay in my book, but I think with the mega competition being released on a weekly basis, the KS2 might be forgotten in a few weeks' time. Final review here: https://www.head-fi.org/showcase/kbear-ks2.24470/reviews#item-review-23922
My wife saw it in the mail and she commented: "this looks like a toy, it looks very cheap." I didn't have high hopes until I connected it to my smartphone and I was pleasantly surprised by the sound!
The build is indeed plasticky and feels cheap, but don't judge a book by its cover, this set's sound quality is pretty good, considering the asking price of $20 - 30 USD. It looks for all intents and purposes like a cheap KZ, but the sound is pretty refined and a far cry from the typical KZ.
Build wise, it is quite comfortable, light, well fitting, above average isolation.
Accessories are pretty meh, a thin stock cable without chin clinch and some silicone tips, but nothing to fault at the asking price (in comparison, the TRN VX which cost $70 came with almost the same type of accessories LOL).
The KS2 sports a warm V shaped very well done, the upper mids/lower treble are boosted but not fatiguing like other CHIFI sawtooth upper mids. Subbass extends moderately well for a DD set, with good rumble and decay typical of DD sets. Bass is north of neutral but not at basshead levels. Bass is not particularly well textured.
Lower mids are recessed as typical of the V shaped tuning but not overly so. Treble is non fatiguing but extends moderately well, I like it, though maybe trebleheads wouldn't.
Technicalities are good for the price, with a wide soundstage, good imaging and details. Though for complex tracks sometimes the driver can't keep up in terms of speed, but nothing to fault for the price once again.
String timbre is okay considering it is a hybrid, but woodwinds and brass instruments sound like artificial toys sometimes.
All in all, a good all rounder for the price, I think it can suit most genres except maybe classical and jazz due to the timbre for acoustic instruments. This set would have cost way more if it was marketed under a western brand, I'm pleasantly surprised with it.
Will burn in more and compare it with other hybrids, but I think at this price bracket, the main competitor in terms of similar transducer type and graphs would be KBEAR's own KBEAR KB04 (yes it is very ironic that KBEAR would compete with itself in the same price bracket!).
EDIT:
Ok after spending a week with the KBEAR KS2, I'm afraid some flaws have come to the fore: basically the poor timbre and the overly V shaped tuning. It is okay in my book, but I think with the mega competition being released on a weekly basis, the KS2 might be forgotten in a few weeks' time. Final review here: https://www.head-fi.org/showcase/kbear-ks2.24470/reviews#item-review-23922
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A bit late to the party but I am trying out the Kbear Diamond as I had them sent to my work address but could not collect them for obvious reasons.
Really nice presentation and packaging but mine are out of phase which is a shame. If mine are out of phase then wonder how many others out there are the same?
Really nice presentation and packaging but mine are out of phase which is a shame. If mine are out of phase then wonder how many others out there are the same?
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