Audio/IEMs
“The Kiwi Ears Cadenza is a budget IEM that punches above its class in sound quality and aesthetics, offering micro-detail retrieval and natural timbre at $35. Multiple reviewers praise the hand-painted face plates and comfortable resin shells that feel premium despite the low price. The consensus is that these are excellent value for money, though the included cable and packaging feel basic compared to competitors. At the $35 price point, the single beryllium driver setup delivers surprising clarity and air in the highs.”
Resin shell with hand-painted face plates looks premium and unique on each unit
youtube.comlook at them they're small they are the build quality is great the face plates are beautiful
Beryllium dynamic driver delivers impressive micro-details and air for the price
youtube.comfull of micro details and air
Extremely comfortable fit with lightweight housing for extended listening
youtube.comone of the most comfortable iems I've ever used
High timbre score means most listeners will enjoy the sound without EQ
youtube.comimpressively high timber score meaning most people are going to enjoy how they sound without needing to adjust with an equalizer
Cable is flexible with metal hardware and minimal microphonics
youtube.comcables have metal hardware they don't hold their shape
Packaging feels dated and cheap compared to competitors like CCA Phoenix
youtube.comfeels cheap they are cushioned and like the accessories are packaged individually by these plastic containers but when you compare them to stuff like the Moonrap Chew or even again the CCA Phoenix in terms of presentation it definitely feels dated
No carrying case included despite competitors offering one at similar price
youtube.comno carrying case
Wire warranty is only 3 months which does not inspire confidence
youtube.comthe wire specifically is covered under warranty for 3 months while the earbuds themselves are covered with a one-year warranty
Lacked that wow factor and standout reason to buy over alternatives
youtube.comlacked that wow factor that reason to buy with them
The only thing I would change is the warmness of the sound.
kiwiears.comThe only thing I would change is the warmness of the sound.