EPZ P50 VS KBEAR KB16 Cepheus

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EPZ P50 and KBEAR KB16 Cepheus use 1DD+2BA+2Planar and 2DD+6BA driver setups respectively. EPZ P50 costs $205 while KBEAR KB16 Cepheus costs $180. EPZ P50 is $25 more expensive. EPZ P50 holds a clear 0.7-point edge in reviewer scores (7.5 vs 6.8). EPZ P50 carries a user score of 9.5. EPZ P50 has significantly better mids with a 2-point edge, EPZ P50 has significantly better treble with a 1-point edge, KBEAR KB16 Cepheus has significantly better dynamics with a 1-point edge and EPZ P50 has significantly better soundstage with a 1-point edge.

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Jaytiss Score
EPZ P50
7.5 /10
Jaytiss Score
KBEAR KB16 Cepheus
6.8 /10
Score gap: 0.8
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Mids 7 5
Treble 7 6
Soundstage 7 6
Dynamics 5 6
Tonality 6.5 5.8
Technicalities 7 6
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Jaytiss Reviews Comparison

EPZ P50 reviewed by

Jaytiss 7.5 Reviewer Score
B+ Tuning
A- Tech
For me this has some oddities. It would be higher if those weren't there.

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

KBEAR KB16 Cepheus reviewed by

2025-09-03
Jaytiss 6.8 Reviewer Score
B- Tuning
B Tech
Enjoyable, but not really worth it.

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

EPZ P50 Details

Driver Configuration: 1DD+2BA+2Planar

Tuning Type: Neutral with Bass Boost

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Price (Msrp): $205

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KBEAR KB16 Cepheus Details

Driver Configuration: 2DD+6BA

Tuning Type: n/a

Brand: Kbear Top Kbear IEMs

Price (Msrp): $180

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EPZ P50 Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

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

Average Technical Grade

A-
  • You get a controlled, composed performance, marrying decent clarity with a still-modest sense of space. A safe technical performer for the price bracket.
Mids A-
The mids sound lush and articulate, capturing emotion effortlessly. Strings and keys shimmer with realism.
Treble A-
The treble is exquisitely tuned, combining crystal detail with relaxed delivery. Micro-details emerge effortlessly.
Dynamics C+
Expect solid impact overall, even if finer gradations feel a touch smoothed. Micro-details could still be sharper.
Soundstage A-
All dimensions bloom together, producing an expansive venue that feels carefully rendered. You can map the ensemble easily.

KBEAR KB16 Cepheus Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

B-
  • It sounds pleasant overall, with some uneven spots that hint at room for refinement. Vocals remain pleasant despite the imperfections.

Average Technical Grade

B
  • Technical ability is serviceable, keeping basic detail intact across simpler tracks. It keeps up with acoustic tracks without much fuss.
Mids C+
The region sounds agreeable overall, delivering clarity without flashiness. Slight warmth keeps things easy-going.
Treble B
Highs sound lively and extended while remaining controlled. Detail retrieval keeps shimmer intact.
Dynamics B
You get confident dynamics that track both macro swings and rhythmic drive. There's life in every crescendo.
Soundstage B
Good soundstage with proper width and depth, placing instruments in clearly defined positions. Instruments sit in their own lanes.

EPZ P50 User Reviews

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yorxx
9.5

Killabuck.

Pros
No roughness, Natural timbre, Balanced signature, good note density, Very good consistency, comfortable to use, Good cable, Technically amazing, good accessories, good tips, good transparency, good brightness, tactile bass, not much warmth, nice voices.
Cons
None.

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