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EPZ Q5 vs Sivga Lyrebird: which should you buy?

On aggregated review scores the Sivga Lyrebird comes out ahead with a HearWiki score of 80. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.

Our pick: Sivga Lyrebird - Great overall at around $149.

Score breakdown

Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.

Sivga Lyrebird leads on 2 of 4 measures.

  • EPZ Q5
  • Sivga Lyrebird
HearWiki score
71
80
Sound
7.5
8.5
Value
8.0
8.0
Price (USD)
$78
$150

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

The Sivga Lyrebird is 3 years newer, but it is 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. For 3 years between them, that is a thin return - treat this as a restyle rather than a new platform.

  • Q52023
  • Lyrebird20263 yr newer

Specifications

Q5Lyrebird
Type
Wired IEMs
Wired IEMs
Price (USD)
$78
$150
HearWiki score
71
80
Released
2023
2026
Availability
Discontinued
Sold new
Driver
10 mm dynamic
4-driver hybrid
Driver type
dynamic
hybrid
Driver size
10 mm
10 mm
Drivers per side
1
4
Frequency response
-
20 Hz - 20 kHz
Impedance
26 Ω
14 Ω
Active noise cancelling
-
No
Weight
-
6.5 g
Detachable cable
-
Yes
USB-C
-
No
Connector
-
4.4 mm balanced
Balanced connection
-
Yes

What reviewers said

EPZ Q5

The EPZ Q5 is a budget-friendly single-dynamic-driver IEM that delivers impressive technical performance, including strong detail, imaging, and an airy, spacious presentation. Its bright, U-shaped tuning offers excellent clarity but leans treble-forward, which can introduce sibilance or glare for sensitive listeners. It's a solid value pick for those who enjoy a lively, resolving sound, though it won't suit everyone's tonal preferences.

  • Pro:Excellent detail retrieval and transparency
  • Pro:Good imaging and soundstage for the price
  • Pro:Sturdy build and generous accessory package
  • Con:Bright, treble-forward sound may cause sibilance
  • Con:Thinner timbre and recessed lower mids
  • Con:Polarizing tuning not universally safe

Sivga Lyrebird

The Sivga Lyrebird is a wired quad-driver hybrid IEM that impresses with its detailed, energetic sound, wide soundstage, and comfortable, well-built design, making it a strong option for audiophiles and gamers alike. However, its 4.4mm balanced connection requires an adapter or dedicated amp for most users, and its tuning may not suit heavier music genres. Despite a few technical caveats, it offers excellent separation, smooth treble, and solid value at its price point.

  • Pro:Excellent sound separation and imaging
  • Pro:Comfortable, premium build quality
  • Pro:Wide soundstage with smooth treble
  • Con:4.4mm balanced plug limits compatibility
  • Con:Needs a capable amp or adapter to sound best
  • Con:Sub-bass depth could be stronger

Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.

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