Rose Technics Star City 5 Pro VS Etymotic ER2SE

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Rose Technics Star City 5 Pro and Etymotic ER2SE use 2DD BA and 1DD driver setups respectively. Rose Technics Star City 5 Pro costs $72 while Etymotic ER2SE costs $80. Etymotic ER2SE is $8 more expensive. Rose Technics Star City 5 Pro holds a decisive 2.7-point edge in reviewer scores (6 vs 3.3). Rose Technics Star City 5 Pro has significantly better mids with a 1-point edge, Rose Technics Star City 5 Pro has significantly better treble with a 3-point edge and Rose Technics Star City 5 Pro has significantly better dynamics with a 5-point edge.

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Jaytiss Score
Rose Technics Star City 5 Pro
6 /10
Jaytiss Score
Etymotic ER2SE
3.3 /10
Score gap: 2.7
Metric Rose Technics Star City 5 Pro Etymotic ER2SE
Mids 5 4
Treble 5 2
Soundstage 5 5
Dynamics 6 1
Tonality 5 3.3
Technicalities 5 2
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Jaytiss Reviews Comparison

Rose Technics Star City 5 Pro reviewed by

Jaytiss 6 Reviewer Score
C+ Tuning
C+ Tech
Great bass, upper mids are good.

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Mids: C+ Treble: C+ Dynamics: B Soundstage: C+

Etymotic ER2SE reviewed by

Jaytiss 3.3 Reviewer Score
D Tuning
E+ Tech
Old, Treble for days.

Jaytiss original ranking

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Mids: C- Treble: E+ Dynamics: E- Soundstage: C+

Rose Technics Star City 5 Pro Details

Driver Configuration: 2DD BA

Tuning Type: Neutral

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Price (Msrp): $72

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Etymotic ER2SE Details

Driver Configuration: 1DD

Tuning Type: Neutral

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Price (Msrp): $80

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Rose Technics Star City 5 Pro Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

C+
  • A mostly enjoyable signature keeps things listenable despite a handful of quirks. It handles most playlists without major complaints.

Average Technical Grade

C+
  • The presentation is steady if unspectacular, holding onto essential details when the music stays simple. Fine details occasionally slip through the cracks.
Mids C+
It presents a stable midrange foundation suitable for everyday listening. Clarity is serviceable without standing out.
Treble C+
The top end is tidy and serviceable, adding air without overdoing it. Extension is decent for casual listening.
Dynamics B
The performance feels robust, with satisfying punch and natural transitions. Nuances are easy to follow.
Soundstage C+
Stage expands beyond the shoulders and finally hints at layers, though vertical cues stay muted. Depth cues begin to emerge.

Etymotic ER2SE Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

D
  • Tonality remains inconsistent, with uneven peaks and dips that disrupt musical flow. You'll constantly notice peaks or dips pulling focus.

Average Technical Grade

E+
  • Instrument separation collapses instantly, burying nuances and leaving everything in a gray blur. Layered arrangements collapse into a messy haze.
Mids C-
The mids sound serviceable but rough around the edges, needing polish. Occasional glare can creep into upper mids.
Treble E+
Treble feels muted, reducing brilliance and sheen across tracks. Recordings lack their usual energy.
Dynamics E-
Dynamic expression is extremely poor, draining impact from every hit. Notes lack the startle or decay they need.
Soundstage C+
Decent spatial presentation with noticeable width and a modest step forward in depth perception. There's a mild sense of width to enjoy.

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