Wired IEMs
Kiwi Ears KE4
84Outstanding
$200
Full review dataKiwi Ears KE4 vs Sivga Nightingale: 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 Nightingale
68Good
$230
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.
- Kiwi Ears KE4
- Sivga Nightingale
HearWiki score
84
68
Sound
8.6
7.1
Value
8.6
6.5
Price (USD)
$200
$230
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 Sivga Nightingale (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.
- KE420241 yr newer
- Nightingale2023
Specifications
KE4Nightingale
- Type
- Wired IEMs
- Wired IEMs
- Price (USD)
- $200
- $230
- HearWiki score
- 84
- 68
- Released
- 2024
- 2023
- Availability
- Still sold new
- Still sold new
- Driver
- 2DD + 2BA hybrid
- 14.5 mm planar magnetic
- Driver type
- hybrid
- planar
- Driver configuration
- 2DD + 2BA
- -
- Driver size
- 10 mm
- 14.5 mm
- Drivers per side
- 4
- -
- Impedance
- 28 Ω
- 16 Ω
- Active noise cancelling
- No
- -
- Weight
- -
- 15 g
- Detachable cable
- Yes
- Yes
- Connector
- 3.5 mm
- 2-pin 0.78 mm
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 Nightingale
The Sivga Nightingale is a lightweight planar IEM that prioritizes an immersive, airy soundstage over strict neutrality. Its tuning leans toward a lively, mid-focused presentation, making it a strong pick for listeners who value musicality and spatial cues rather than a bass-heavy or perfectly balanced signature. With a detachable cable and low impedance, it’s easy to drive and comfortable for extended sessions.
- Pro:Excellent soundstage and imaging for the price
- Pro:Lightweight and comfortable fit
- Pro:Detachable 2-pin cable for easy replacement
- Con:Not a neutral or all-rounder sound signature
- Con:Lacks bass punch for bass-heavy genres
- Con:Specialized appeal may not suit all listeners
Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.
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