Wired IEMs
Binary Acoustics Gizaudio × Chopin
74Great
$200
Full review dataBinary Acoustics Gizaudio × Chopin vs Kiwi Ears KE4: which should you buy?
On aggregated review scores the Kiwi Ears KE4 comes out ahead with a HearWiki score of 84. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.
Our pick: Kiwi Ears KE4 - Outstanding overall at around $199.
Wired IEMs
Kiwi Ears KE4
84Outstanding
$200
Full review dataScore breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
Kiwi Ears KE4 leads on 4 of 4 measures.
- Binary Acoustics Gizaudio × Chopin
- Kiwi Ears KE4
HearWiki score
74
84
Sound
8.4
8.6
Value
8.3
8.6
Price (USD)
$200
$200
Generation & platform
The scores rank quality. This is the other question: is the newer one actually newer technology, or the same platform in a new shell?
Same generation
Kiwi Ears KE4 (2024) against Binary Acoustics Gizaudio × Chopin (2023). These are the same generation of hardware - nothing in the radio, the codecs or the noise cancelling separates them. Nothing separates them on convenience features either, so the choice comes down to tuning and price.
- Gizaudio × Chopin2023
- KE420241 yr newer
Specifications
Gizaudio × ChopinKE4
- Type
- Wired IEMs
- Wired IEMs
- Price (USD)
- $200
- $200
- HearWiki score
- 74
- 84
- Released
- 2023
- 2024
- Availability
- Discontinued
- Still sold new
- Driver
- 1DD + 3BA hybrid
- 2DD + 2BA hybrid
- Driver type
- hybrid
- hybrid
- Driver configuration
- 1DD + 3BA
- 2DD + 2BA
- Driver size
- 8 mm
- 10 mm
- Drivers per side
- 4
- 4
- Impedance
- 12 Ω
- 28 Ω
- Active noise cancelling
- -
- No
- Detachable cable
- -
- Yes
- Connector
- -
- 3.5 mm
What reviewers said
Binary Acoustics Gizaudio × Chopin
This hybrid in-ear monitor combines an 8 mm ceramic dynamic driver with three balanced-armature drivers for a four-driver setup. It's tuned to be versatile across various music styles, making it a flexible choice for different listening preferences at its price point.
- Pro:Versatile tuning across genres
- Pro:Hybrid driver setup with ceramic dynamic
- Pro:Compact 8 mm driver for detail
- Con:No active noise cancellation
- Con:Low impedance may require source care
Kiwi Ears KE4
The Kiwi Ears KE4 is a wired hybrid IEM that offers a balanced, relaxing sound with a distinct twist on the popular 'New Meta' tuning, adding extra bass and treble sparkle. It delivers solid midrange clarity and a comfortable fit, making it a versatile choice for many genres, though its smooth presentation may not excite those seeking aggressive or highly dynamic sound.
- Pro:Well-balanced hybrid tuning with rich lower mids and airy treble
- Pro:Comfortable fit and broad genre versatility
- Pro:Good resolution and clarity for its price
- Con:Sub-bass can get overpowering at times
- Con:Limited resolving power and dynamic impact
- Con:Smooth tuning may feel less exciting than V-shaped alternatives
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