Rose Technics Star City 5 Pro VS Kiwi Ears Melody

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Rose Technics Star City 5 Pro and Kiwi Ears Melody are in-ear monitors. Rose Technics Star City 5 Pro costs $72 while Kiwi Ears Melody costs $79. Kiwi Ears Melody is $7 more expensive. Rose Technics Star City 5 Pro holds a decisive 1.2-point edge in reviewer scores (6 vs 4.8). Rose Technics Star City 5 Pro has significantly better treble with a 2-point edge and Rose Technics Star City 5 Pro has significantly better dynamics with a 2-point edge.

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Jaytiss Score
Rose Technics Star City 5 Pro
6 /10
Jaytiss Score
Kiwi Ears Melody
4.8 /10
Score gap: 1.3
Metric Rose Technics Star City 5 Pro Kiwi Ears Melody
Mids 5 5
Treble 5 3
Soundstage 5 5
Dynamics 6 4
Tonality 5 4.8
Technicalities 5 3
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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+

Kiwi Ears Melody reviewed by

Jaytiss 4.8 Reviewer Score
C Tuning
D Tech
Not a bad iem, but another planar that needs eq

Jaytiss original ranking

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Mids: C+ Treble: D Dynamics: C- 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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Kiwi Ears Melody Details

Driver Configuration:

Tuning Type: n/a

Brand: Kiwi Ears Top Kiwi Ears IEMs

Price (Msrp): $79

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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.

Kiwi Ears Melody Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

C
  • It struggles with balance, producing a lumpy response that rarely sounds coherent. Genre hopping highlights glaring inconsistencies.

Average Technical Grade

D
  • Textural information blurs together, making the stage feel pinched and gray. Instrument edges blur together frequently.
Mids C+
Expect a competent midrange that keeps vocals grounded and instruments clear. Tone is acceptable across multiple genres.
Treble D
Treble response is uneven, jumping between dull spots and sharp peaks. Peaks poke out unpredictably.
Dynamics C-
Expect modest dynamics that keep music listenable without thrill. Micro-contrast is serviceable.
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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