KZ Zenith VS KBEAR 03

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KZ Zenith and KBEAR 03 are in-ear monitors. KZ Zenith costs $60 while KBEAR 03 costs $69. KBEAR 03 is $9 more expensive. KZ Zenith holds a decisive 2.7-point edge in reviewer scores (6 vs 3.3). KZ Zenith has significantly better mids with a 2-point edge, KZ Zenith has significantly better dynamics with a 4-point edge and KZ Zenith has significantly better soundstage with a 2-point edge.

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Jaytiss Score
KZ Zenith
6 /10
Jaytiss Score
KBEAR 03
3.3 /10
Score gap: 2.7
Metric KZ Zenith KBEAR 03
Mids 6 4
Treble 5 5
Soundstage 5 3
Dynamics 5 1
Tonality 5 3.3
Technicalities 5 5
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Jaytiss Reviews Comparison

KZ Zenith reviewed by

Jaytiss 6 Reviewer Score
C+ Tuning
C+ Tech
It's a middie, but a good option.

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

KBEAR 03 reviewed by

2025-08-09
Jaytiss 3.3 Reviewer Score
D Tuning
C+ Tech
Bone conductor driver ruins a nice FR

Jaytiss original ranking

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

KZ Zenith Details

Driver Configuration: 1DD

Tuning Type: n/a

Brand: KZ Top KZ IEMs

Price (Msrp): $60

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KBEAR 03 Details

Driver Configuration:

Tuning Type: n/a

Brand: Kbear Top Kbear IEMs

Price (Msrp): $69

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KZ Zenith Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

C+
  • Expect a friendly tonal balance that could use polish but remains inviting. Great for casual listening, less so for purists.

Average Technical Grade

C+
  • Technical ability is serviceable, keeping basic detail intact across simpler tracks. It keeps up with acoustic tracks without much fuss.
Mids B
It offers engaging mid frequencies with pleasing clarity and layering. Details emerge without becoming harsh.
Treble C+
Treble is decent, offering acceptable extension without harshness. It balances presence with a touch of restraint.
Dynamics C+
Expect solid impact overall, even if finer gradations feel a touch smoothed. Micro-details could still be sharper.
Soundstage C+
You start to perceive distinct rows of players even if the ceiling still feels low. Layering is present but still modest.

KBEAR 03 Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

D
  • Expect a patchy tonal profile that makes instrumentation feel mismatched. EQ is almost mandatory to tame the response.

Average Technical Grade

C+
  • An honest, middle-of-the-road performance preserves structure without chasing micro-detail. It's respectable for everyday listening sessions.
Mids C-
Expect adequate midrange presence with a touch of grit and unevenness. Textures smear when the mix gets busy.
Treble C+
Treble feels agreeable overall, bringing sparkle without significant fatigue. You get a polite sense of air.
Dynamics E-
Dynamic expression is extremely poor, draining impact from every hit. Notes lack the startle or decay they need.
Soundstage D
A limited panorama suggests separation but never grows beyond a shallow, low-ceilinged room. Height information is nonexistent.

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