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Kiwi Ears Quintet

Name: Kiwi Ears Quintet
Brand: Kiwi Ears
SKU: KiwiEars-Quintet
Price: 219.00 USD
Availability: InStock

1DD + 2BA + 1 Planar + 1 PZT In-Ear Monitor

DLC dynamic bass driver

Dynamic driver supplies sub-bass extension, impact

Dual balanced armatures

Two BAs support midrange clarity

Micro-planar transducer

The MPT driver

Piezoelectric super-tweeter

PZT element extends the top end

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Five-Driver Quadbrid

Four driver technologies, one coherent high-resolution tuning.

Quintet combines one DLC dynamic driver, two balanced armatures, one micro-planar transducer, and one piezoelectric driver. Each technology is assigned a specific role, producing a balanced signature with firm bass, clear mids, and extended treble.

DLC dynamic bass driver

Dual balanced armatures

Micro-planar transducer

Piezoelectric super-tweeter

Four driver technologies, one coherent

A five-driver quadbrid that combines four transducer technologies for controlled bass, neutral mids, and highly extended, information-rich treble.

DLC dynamic bass driver

1 x DLC dynamic

Dual balanced armatures

01 DLC dynamic bass driver

The dynamic driver supplies sub-bass extension, impact, and natural low-frequency texture.

02 Dual balanced armatures

Two BAs support midrange clarity and transition into the upper frequencies.

03 Micro-planar transducer

The MPT driver adds fast, low-mass high-frequency detail and transient definition.

04 Piezoelectric super-tweeter

The PZT element extends the top end with additional air and harmonics toward the published 40 kHz range.

Quintet is tuned as a balanced, high-resolution U-shaped monitor, using dynamic bass and a three-technology upper-frequency system to combine impact with air and detail.

Kiwi Ears Quintet

Levels matched at 1 kHz

The result is a completely balanced tone that accurately reflects the best qualities of each driver.

Bass Bass is firm and impactful

Mids Mids are neutral and clear, keeping vocals

Treble Treble is the technical highlight: micro-planar

Soundstage The stage is open and well separated

Imaging The quadbrid system resolves small directional cues

How It Sounds

Bouncy bass, neutral mids

Quintet delivers studio-monitor-like resolution without abandoning musical balance, combining a controlled low end with clear mids and an airy, detailed upper range.

Quadbrid

Resolution

DLC dynamic bass driver

Dual balanced armatures

Two BAs support midrange clarity and transition into the upper frequencies.

Who it's for

Bouncy bass, neutral mids

The technology enthusiast

Four driver technologies work together in one compact set, making Quintet an unusually complete architecture at its price.

QuadbridCoherentDetail

The treble lover

Micro-planar and PZT drivers produce sparkle, air, and extended high-frequency information.

TrebleAirDetail

The value seeker

Quintet brings a complex five-driver quadbrid design and high resolving ability to a midrange price point.

ValueResolutionRecommended

The all-rounder

A balanced U-shaped signature combines bouncy bass, neutral mids, and clear highs across genres.

VersatileBalancedDaily

Balanced Tonal Signature

The Quintet combines the best qualities of each driver type for impactful bass, neutral upper mids, detailed treble, and an extended soundstage. A 9dB sub-bass shelf transitions into flat mids at 300Hz, while the treble peaks at 3kHz with a gradual decay into the upper treble for a well-detailed, sparkling sound without shrillness.

PopRockR&BHip-HopVocalJazzClassical

High-Resolution 5-Driver Hybrid Performance

Powered by a 10mm DLC dynamic driver, 2 Knowles BA drivers, an MPT planar magnetic tweeter, and a PZT bone conductor, the Quintet delivers strong fast sub-bass, natural resolving mids, and crisp detailed treble with airy atmosphere and extended soundstage.

1DD + 2BA + 1 Planar + 1 PZTDriver Configuration

2-pin 0.78mmCable Connectors

StudioOn-StageCritical ListeningDaily Listening

Professional-Grade High-Resolution Audio

With 4 driver types and 5 drivers per side, the Quintet delivers extremely high-resolution audio comparable to professional studio monitors, making it ideal for musicians, studio engineers, and critical listeners.

2-pin 0.78mmCable Connectors

3.5mm Stereo CableCable Termination

First-step hi-fi listening

Kiwi Ears Quintet offers a 1DD + 2BA + 1 Planar + 1 PZT hybrid setup for listeners moving beyond basic earphones, delivering extremely high-resolution audio with a balanced tonal signature.

Pop, Rock, and R&B

Impactful bass slams, neutral upper mids, and detailed treble give modern vocals and rhythm sections a natural, clean, and engaging presentation.

How it compares

Technical Specifications

Inside the Box

Monitors

Kiwi Ears Quintet × 1 Pair

Cable

Detachable Cable × 1

Eartips

Small, Medium, Large Silicone Pairs × 6 Pairs

Extras

Wearing Diagram Card × 1

Storage

Packaging Box × 1

Warranty

1 Year Warranty Card × 1

Drivers

Configuration

1DD + 2BA + 1 Planar + 1 PZT

Dynamic Driver

1 x DLC dynamic

Balanced Armatures

2 x balanced armature

Planar Driver

1 x micro-planar

Piezoelectric Driver

1 x piezoelectric

Acoustics

Upper-Frequency Extension

Published extension up to 40 kHz

Tuning reference

Approx. 9 dB bass shelf transitioning to flat mids at 300 Hz

Build & Fit

Connector

0.78 mm 2-pin

Cable

1.2 m silver-plated oxygen-free copper cable

Cable Plug

3.5 mm

How it compares

Quintet in the lineup.

Kiwi Ears Quintet4.54

Kiwi Ears KE44.65

Kiwi Ears Septet 4.55

Kiwi Ears Aether4.91

Signature

["Quadbrid", "Resolution", "Air"]

["MEMS", "Configurable", "Hybrid"]

["Open-Back", "Quadbrid", "Airy"]

["Planar", "Fast", "Clean"]

Best for

["The technology enthusiast"]

["The tuning explorer"]

["The technology enthusiast"]

["The planar enthusiast"]

Standout

DLC dynamic bass driver

Five-driver hybrid array

Seven drivers across four technologies

15.3 mm planar driver

Price

$219.00

$199.00

$269.00

$169.99

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Customer Reviews

Great product

Have been using kiwi ears IEMs for about 4-5 years. I’ve purchased 2 pairs of their IEMs now and have no complaints. When I did have an issue with one of the earbuds, they sent me a new pair as it was under warranty.

Kiwi Ears Quintet

Kiwi Ears Quintet

I'm very satisfied with the quality of the audio. There is couple of mismatched ear tips,but is not a big issues. I'm very happy about my purchase.

Most versatile iem

The Kiwi Ears Quintet is a breathtaking achievement in hybrid IEM design, a true symphony of five distinct drivers working in flawless harmony. It masterfully blends the robust, tactile slam of a dynamic driver with the crisp speed of a piezoelectric super-tweeter, all complemented by three precision-balanced armatures. This ingenious configuration produces a sound that is both technically brilliant and emotionally engaging. The bass is powerful and deep, the mids are lush and richly detailed, and the treble sparkles with incredible extension and air without ever becoming harsh.

What truly astonishes is the Quintet's magnificent soundstage and razor-sharp imaging, placing every instrument and vocal with pinpoint accuracy in a vast, holographic space. It offers a uniquely versatile tuning switch to subtly enhance the bass or treble, allowing you to tailor the experience to your mood or music. For its price, the Quintet delivers a sophisticated, multi-layered, and utterly captivating performance that punches far above its weight, establishing itself as a definitive benchmark in the audiophile world.

Great, but well dull in one ear after just over a week.

I got them and they feel and sound great. I was amazed at the sound quality especially since I had only had cheaper iems before. Unfortunately however, after about a week the left side when dull. It works well with an eq but still underwhelmed by how little time it took for that to happen.

Hi there,

Thank you for your feedback on the Kiwi Ears Quintet.

We sincerely apologize for the issue you are experiencing. We kindly ask for your assistance in swapping the cables between the left and right sides to check if the problem is related to the cable.

To further assist you, we have already sent an email to you, so please kindly check your inbox.

Thank you very much for your time!

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Before you buy

Product FAQ.

Quintet delivers studio-monitor-like resolution without abandoning musical balance, combining a controlled low end with clear mids and an airy, detailed upper range.

Kiwi Ears Quintet is especially well suited to the technology enthusiast, the treble lover, the value seeker, and the all-rounder. It is a five-driver quadbrid that combines four transducer technologies for controlled bass, neutral mids, and highly extended, information-rich treble.

Yes. Strong separation, extended treble, and stable positional cues make Quintet useful for both immersive and competitive game audio.

Quintet is designed for portable IEM use and normally pairs well with a clean 3.5 mm dongle, player, or interface. Use controlled volume and avoid excessive gain.

Yes. It uses 0.78 mm 2-pin. The current source connection is 3.5 mm.

The current official package list includes 1 x Kiwi Ears Quintet and User manual.

Start with a secure seal, then compare bore widths if desired. Wider-bore tips can emphasize openness and treble, while narrower bores may soften the upper range.

Pair it with a clean source and the correct cable termination. Relevant Kiwi Ears options in this content set include Kiwi Ears Allegro Pro, Kiwi Ears x B_Media: Terras, and Kiwi Ears Flow Ear Tips.