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59/ 100
Average
HearWiki score
Poor value
$200
typical price, USD
Still sold new
At a glance
- Brand
- ZiiGaat
- Type
- Wired IEMs
- Fit
- -
- Connection
- Wired
- Noise cancelling
- No
- Released
- 2024
Score breakdownaverage overall
Sound6.4
Value5.8
A 1DD + 2BA hybrid collaboration IEM with HBB, pairing a custom 10 mm topology dynamic driver with two Knowles balanced armatures. ZiiGaat positions it for reference-oriented audiophile and studio-monitoring use.
The HearWiki takeAI-condensed
The Arcadia is a wired hybrid IEM developed in collaboration with HBB, combining a custom 10 mm topology dynamic driver with two Knowles balanced armatures for a reference-oriented sound. It's aimed at audiophiles and studio monitoring, offering a neutral tuning without active noise cancellation.
What works
- Hybrid driver setup with dynamic and balanced armatures
- Collaboration tuning for reference-style sound
- Suitable for studio monitoring and critical listening
- Wired connection ensures stable audio transmission
What doesn't
- No active noise cancellation
- May require a good source to drive optimally
- Not for bass-heavy listeners seeking extra punch
Paraphrased from published reviews & specs - not an original hands-on test. Our AI disclosure.
Specifications
| Driver | 1DD + 2BA hybrid |
|---|---|
| Driver type | hybrid |
| Driver configuration | 1DD + 2BA |
| Drivers per side | 3 |
Audio
| Driver | 1DD + 2BA hybrid |
|---|---|
| Driver type | hybrid |
| Driver configuration | 1DD + 2BA |
| Drivers per side | 3 |
What the reviews said
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What YouTube reviewers say
Video reviews we found, each condensed to its verdict. They do feed the HearWiki score, at a measured weight below what a published written review carries.
The consensus
Positiveacross 3 videosReviewers agree the Ziigaat x HBB Arcadia is a well-executed, bass-forward hybrid with strong sub-bass and controlled mids, making it a great pick for bassheads.
Reviewers liked
- Strong, controlled bass shelf
- Clean and natural mids
- Comfortable fit
Reviewers flagged
- Treble can be soft or veiled for some
- Requires a good source to shine
- Accessories don't match the price
20:39Ziigaat x HBB Arcadia - Basshead Leaning Hybrid? Yes, Please
The reviewer finds the Ziigaat x HBB Arcadia to be a well-executed basshead-leaning hybrid that maintains balance and control despite its heavy low-end tilt. It offers a unique L-shaped tuning with good clarity and separation, and works across many genres, though it requires a suitable source and volume to shine. The reviewer recommends it for those who enjoy a bass-forward sound with controlled mids and treble.
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13:16Best IEM Colab? ZiiGaat x HBB Arcadia / Kiwi Ears x HBB Punch / FATfreq x HBB Deuce ... π§πΆπ΅ Review
The reviewer praises the Ziigaat x HBB Arcadia as one of the best IEMs they've ever heard, highlighting its excellent bass shelf, clean mids, and smooth treble. They find it very comfortable and consider it their favorite among the three HBB collabs, fully recommending it despite noting it may be too warm for some listeners.
PositiveWatch on YouTube
8:12ZiiGaat x HBB Arcadia IEM review. The basshead's dream!
The reviewer finds the Arcadia to be a well-built, comfortable IEM with a strong bass boost that stays controlled and doesn't bleed into a natural, full-sounding midrange. It's forgiving with poor recordings and ideal for bassheads, but the treble is soft and veiled, lacking energy, and the accessories don't match the price. Overall, it's a good all-rounder for its target audience, though not for everyone.
MixedWatch on YouTube
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