Conclusion
The Kiwi Ears KE4s are an extremely solid choice under $200.
Its common to encounter earphones at similar prices that are brash & aggressive. Which isn’t a bad thing, but IEMs that try to bully you into being impressed at first listen often lose appeal quite quickly.
The KE4s are different. Instead they’re smooth & refined which one doesn’t often encounter in lower price brackets, and I suspect many discerning collectors will find a place for them on that basis alone.
Technical performance is solid without being amazing, they feel well-built and comfortable, in fact my only real gripe is the stock cable where a balanced 4.4mm option would’ve be preferred.
Regardless, The KE4s represent good value under $200 if you’re looking for a more sophisticated, refined sound that won’t fatigue but instead rewards with a glimpse of the refinement of TOTL IEMs.
Well done Kiwi Ears on reaching the next level. Here’s hoping they disrupt the $1000+ bracket next!
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