Wired IEMs
Kiwi Ears KE4
84Outstanding
$200
Full review dataKiwi Ears KE4 vs Sivga Lyrebird: 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
Sivga Lyrebird
81Outstanding
$150
Full review dataScore breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
Neither pulls ahead overall - they trade wins across the measures.
- Kiwi Ears KE4
- Sivga Lyrebird
HearWiki score
84
81
Sound
8.6
8.4
Value
8.6
9.0
Price (USD)
$200
$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 2 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.
- KE42024
- Lyrebird20262 yr newer
Specifications
KE4Lyrebird
- Type
- Wired IEMs
- Wired IEMs
- Price (USD)
- $200
- $150
- HearWiki score
- 84
- 81
- Released
- 2024
- 2026
- Availability
- Still sold new
- Sold new
- Driver
- 2DD + 2BA hybrid
- 4-driver hybrid
- Driver type
- hybrid
- hybrid
- Driver configuration
- 2DD + 2BA
- -
- Driver size
- 10 mm
- 10 mm
- Drivers per side
- 4
- 4
- Frequency response
- -
- 20 Hz - 20 kHz
- Impedance
- 28 Ω
- 14 Ω
- Active noise cancelling
- No
- No
- Weight
- -
- 6.5 g
- Detachable cable
- Yes
- Yes
- USB-C
- -
- No
- Connector
- 3.5 mm
- 4.4 mm balanced
- Balanced connection
- -
- Yes
What reviewers said
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
Sivga Lyrebird
The Sivga Lyrebird is a wired quad-driver hybrid IEM that delivers a lively, well-separated sound with punchy bass and smooth treble, appealing to both music lovers and gamers. Its lightweight, comfortable build and premium construction add to its value, though the 4.4mm balanced-only connection may require an adapter for many users. Overall, it offers strong technical performance for the price, with minor caveats in sub-bass depth and tuning for certain genres.
- Pro:Excellent soundstage and instrument separation
- Pro:Energetic, engaging tuning with smooth treble
- Pro:Lightweight and comfortable for long sessions
- Con:4.4mm balanced plug limits compatibility without adapter
- Con:Sub-bass depth could be stronger
- Con:Tuning less convincing with heavier music
Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.
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