the succinctness of a single sentence! "This is quintessential quintuplets with more ecchi and a bit more shallow." An astute observation, indeed.
Let's break it down—the lineup seems familiar: the music-minded protagonist, the physically adept yet not-so-sharp girl, the fiery redhead, the central lead (the seeming beacon of normalcy), and the intelligent yet somewhat detached girl who embraces fan service after a sip or two (now, that's a slight twist).
If you're missing the quintuplets and seeking something akin to that vibe, well, this might just slide neatly into that space. However, beyond that familiarity lies an anime ensconced in the realms of ecchi harem, proficient at passing the time but hardly revolutionary.
Now, here's the kicker—visual novel enthusiasts sing its praises, and I'm persevering through it for the time being. But truth be told, the excitement meter isn't exactly off the charts.