Blue Microphones KS2

★★★★★ 4.5 (720)

The hybrid 1BA+1DD driver configuration with a 10mm composite diaphragm delivers a warm, bass-forward sound signature with transparent mids, while the translucent resin cavity suppresses internal sound wave reflections for cleaner audio. The detachable 4-strand 6N OFC cable and aluminum alloy nozzle improve signal clarity and mid-bass smoothness, offering modularity rare at this budget tier. This IEM is best for budget-conscious listeners and gamers who prioritize a fun, V-shaped sound and stylish design over commute-friendly isolation.

form factor in-ear
driver type hybrid
active noise cancellation Yes
Blue Microphones KS2 earbuds
55 Overall Score
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Snapshot

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Strong social proof (94th percentile) 94th
  • Strong comfort (93th percentile) 93th
  • Strong sound (89th percentile) 89th
  • Strong anc (70th percentile) 70th

Cons

  • Below average build (34th percentile)

What owners think

How owner sentiment changed over time

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Based on when customers actually wrote their reviews — so you can see whether early praise held up.

Owner sentiment has held steady over time
1★2★3★4★5★Q4 '20: 5.0★ · 1 reviewQ1 '22: 5.0★ · 1 reviewQ3 '22: 5.0★ · 1 reviewQ2 '23: 3.0★ · 1 reviewQ3 '23: 5.0★ · 1 reviewQ2 '24: 4.0★ · 1 reviewQ3 '24: 5.0★ · 1 reviewQ1 '25: 5.0★ · 1 review11111111Q4 '20Q1 '22Q3 '22Q2 '23Q3 '23Q2 '24Q3 '24Q1 '25
Avg ratingHappy (4-5★)Unhappy (1-2★)Bar height = number of reviews

Based on 8 dated customer reviews, grouped by calendar quarter. Period analysis is in English.

The proof

Performance

Performance Percentiles

Anc 70.3
Mic 65
Build 33.5
Sound 89.1
Battery 46.2
Comfort 93.4
Connectivity 36.7
Social Proof 94.4

Specifications

Full Specifications

Design

Form Factor in-ear
Wearing Style around-the-ear
Ear Tips 3 pairs of silicone ear tips
Weight 0.0 kg / 0.0 lbs

Audio

Driver Type hybrid
Driver Size 10
Drivers 2
Freq Min 20
Freq Max 20000
Impedance 16
Sensitivity 106
Hi-Res Audio Yes
Codecs KBEAR KS2 iem, in Ear Monitor Headphones Hybrid 1BA 1DD Wired Earbuds Stereo Bass HiFi IEM Earphone Noise Cancelling High Resolution with Detachable Cable for Running Gaming(Without mic, Purple-Blue)

Noise Control

ANC Yes

Connectivity

Wireless No

Microphone

Microphone Yes
Mic Count 1
NC Mic Yes

Features

Touch Controls Yes
Gaming Mode Yes

vs Competition

Spec Blue Microphones KS2 Samsung Galaxy Buds Buds3 Pro EarFun Air Pro Air Pro 4+ Soundcore Soundcore P31i JBL Live Pro Live Pro 2 Nothing Buds Buds 2
Form Factor in-ear in-ear in-ear in-ear in-ear in-ear
Driver Type hybrid Dynamic hybrid Dynamic Driver dynamic dynamic
Wireless false true true true true true
Active Noise Cancellation true true true true true true
Bluetooth Version - 5.4 6.0 6.1 5.2 5.4
Battery Life Hours - 6 12 10 10 13.5
Case Battery Hours - 26 54 50 30 55
Water Resistance - IP57 IP55 IP55 IPX5 IP55
Multipoint - true true - true false
Compare Compare Compare Compare Compare
Product AncMicBuildSoundBatteryComfortConnectivitySocial Proof
Blue Microphones KS2 70.36533.589.146.293.436.794.4
Samsung Galaxy Buds Buds3 Pro Compare 96.796.898.791.671.793.499.686.7
EarFun Air Pro Air Pro 4+ Compare 96.796.89199.795.571.499.386.7
Soundcore Soundcore P31i Compare 88.396.89196.393.471.48586.7
JBL Live Pro Live Pro 2 Compare 96.796.89175.78371.497.175.8
Nothing Buds Buds 2 Compare 9296.8916795.971.48786.7

Price

Value & Pricing

From CA$31 1 offers across 1 retailers
Amazon.ca 1 offers From CA$31
CA$31

Usage Scores

Calls (42)Music (53.9)Overall (54.9)Budget (64.7)Gaming (57)Travel (41.9)Commute (42.6)Fitness (36.4)

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