KZ - ZSN Pro X Series
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Last updated: Nov 5, 2025 Scoring
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"absurdly good for the $20 they cost."
"I can't think of an IEM with more incisive mids without at least doubling if not tripling the price."
"It is a very underrated planer set and a steal -at around $30. I got mine during the spring sale for $21!!"
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"Absolutely insane imaging. I can point exactly where each sound comes from: left, right, front, or even a bit behind."
"I listen mostly to pop and rock (both hard rock and indie), and these IEMs made it a whole new experience: ... Songs like "Chicago" and "You Rock My World" by Michael Jackson completely blew my mind. ... I could hear every backing vocal, guitar, bass lick, or tiny percussion element placed exactly where it should be, something I usually expect from high-end headphones."
"I can actually use them to produce with! ... It's amazing how full and accurate they sound and yet any harsh frequencies are obvious enough to fix, but don't grate or fatigue the ear at all, it's made a huge difference and allowed me to work into the night with confidence rather than making me feel like I have to lower the volume on my studio speakers to the extent I feel like I can't actually hear what I'm doing ... trying to make beats and so forth with headphones or regular earbud type things has never worked for me til I tried these."
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"I've never found a pair of headphones, even expensive Sennheiser, AKG etc, that didn't give me a headache in under 10 minutes. It's amazing how full and accurate they sound and yet any harsh frequencies are obvious enough to fix, but don't grate or fatigue the ear at all ... allowed me to work into the night with confidence ... I just rate being able to get lost in what Im doing late at night without getting a migraine. ... for now they totally hit the spot."
"best ear fitment"
"But the ZSN Pros with the larger ear nubbies (which you should have gotten a littl pouch with different sized nubbies in it) fit perfectly in my ears."
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"Absolutely insane imaging. I can point exactly where each sound comes from: left, right, front, or even a bit behind."
"The soundstage feels genuinely wide — about 4 to 5 meters in perception, which is something rare even among much higher-end gear."
"You can hear exactly which body part hits a curb where ... they have great spatial sound control. ... Most earphones just play a cars sound next to you at a consistent volume, with the KZ’s they increase and decrease as the car gets closer."
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"durable"
"their build quality is very good ... wire is also pretty damn good"
"Also, you can replace the cable without replacing the headphones (which is very useful)"
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"The treble is good but it is like very sharp or too much loud like the t and s sound is more than it should be they feel like they are Penetrating your ear ... And I usually listen at 65-70% volume on my phone because of the treble"
"It literally hurts my ears."
"the treble doesn't roll of smoothly causing strain to ears."
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"Basses are fine in kz BUT it is like they do not "retract" right away so in rock songs where there are constant drum+bass, guitar and vocal is usually drowns in "trails" of basses. ... I like basses but only when they dont drown my mids and highs. ... it feels like its better with electronic basses rather than drums/bass guitars."
"bass is not stron, so not very fun for movies or games."
"I had this exact same feeling ... I don't feel the bass, new to the iem, not a single of a thump"
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"the stock tips were too big for me."
"although I did borrow the tips from another set of earbuds to make a better seal for my ears"
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"I had my cable die on me"
"Heck, I accidentally washed a pair and they still work, though the cable is twisty and the things that go around the ears are messed up."
"one pin broken"
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"The treble is good but it is like very sharp or too much loud like the t and s sound is more than it should be they feel like they are Penetrating your ear ... And I usually listen at 65-70% volume on my phone because of the treble"
"the treble doesn't roll of smoothly causing strain to ears."
"No. It’s not a good iem. ... Far too V shape and super sharp. ... Not a good gaming iem."
I'd personally go for the KZ ZSN PRO 2 as it has a similar tuning to the KZ ZS12 PRO X, which in my opinion it great for gaming and music. That said, it also depends on the music you listen to.
r/iems • Hey everyone, I need help choosing my first IEM. Looking for the best one for competitive and general use. Considering KZ ZSN Pro X, Pro 2, D-Fi, ZAS, or Truthear x Crinacle ZERO: RED. Any recommendations? ->Get Moondrop Chu 2 or 7HZ Zero 2. KZ Zsn pro x is also good . I have it. You can never go wrong with this three. Also Moisture issue can happen in countries like India where there are lot of moisture in air. So it always advice to keep a silica gel bag with your iem and store it in a zip lock headphone pouch. Also if you want a dac dont fall for headphone zone marketing. Buy Audiocular D07 Dac from Flipkart/ Amazon / Concept Kart. Half the price and same performance.
r/iems • On a bit of a budget , can anyone hmu with some good iems under 40 USD . My use case is mostly music, videos, and gaming . I found these 4 as being recommended the most (is the 2 and 4 the same?) Please tell me the best among these . I like a bit of bass but I dont want to be overwhelming . ->My previous IEMs were KZ ZSN PRO, and the difference between them is like night and day.
r/iems • Moondrop Dusk ->Beloved shanling up4 + iems, kz zsn pro 2 for anything casual + earplug for daily motorcycle commute
r/iems • What do you guys prefer for casual listening? -headphones, iems, speakers ->Hey everyone, I wanted to share something truly crazy that happened to me. Recently, I bought a pair of KZ ZSN Pro 2 from KZ Globol Store on AliExpress (yeah, it’s spelled "Globol" lol). I ordered the ZSN Pro 2 without a microphone, but they arrived with a mic instead. That wasn’t the important part — the real surprise came when I started listening to them. Right out of the box, something felt special. The sound wasn’t just “good”; it was shockingly immersive and technically impressive. Here's what I noticed: Vocals are extremely present, with a clear, full-bodied yet silky and transparent texture — you can feel both the "weight" of the voice and its fine detail at the same time. Every instrument is perfectly placed around you, with an almost orchestral-level separation. Absolutely insane imaging. I can point exactly where each sound comes from: left, right, front, or even a bit behind. No real sibilance: S-sounds are slightly bright and energetic but never harsh or painful. Midbass is punchy and very well controlled, never bleeding into the mids. Treble has a lovely airiness and sparkle, with tiny details everywhere, but never causes fatigue. The soundstage feels genuinely wide — about 4 to 5 meters in perception, which is something rare even among much higher-end gear. I listen mostly to pop and rock (both hard rock and indie), and these IEMs made it a whole new experience: Songs like "Chicago" and "You Rock My World" by Michael Jackson completely blew my mind. I could hear every backing vocal, guitar, bass lick, or tiny percussion element placed exactly where it should be, something I usually expect from high-end headphones. I tested them at around 70% volume for critical listening (louder volumes around 85% didn’t cause distortion either!). I also used Dolby Atmos in Music Mode on my phone, but it was minimally affecting the mix — the sound magic was purely the IEMs. --- Then it gets crazier: I got curious and inspected them physically. The BA driver inside my set is labeled A30019 on one side and KZ 30019 on the other. A30019 is a real, legitimate Knowles-type BA used in KZ’s more expensive models (like the ZS12 Pro X that has 5 BAs + 1 DD). Not the typical tiny in-house BA used in cheap models. Also, the dynamic driver seems very different: Comparing it visually to my other IEMs (like my KZ Castor Improved Bass), it looks much smaller, probably around 8mm instead of the usual 10mm. There's even visible space (about 4mm) between the driver and the metallic shell inside, which is very unusual for KZ builds. It suggests that either a different DD was used or that this batch had some experimental tuning choices. The physical build: Overall solid and premium feeling. The 2-pin connectors fit much more firmly into the shells compared to any other KZ set I've owned (including Castor and EDX Pro). --- I did frequency testing too: Using a sine wave generator, I found: Around 2.5kHz, the sound noticeably becomes stronger and sharper. Between 3kHz and 6kHz, the intensity dips slightly (still detailed though). Then after 6kHz, the energy rises again, giving that airy, clear treble. This behavior is typical in high-end tuning where they manage to tame peaks while keeping clarity. --- Authenticity concerns? I know, this sounds too good to be true, right? I double-checked: They came with a normal KZ barcode on the box (no QR code, but that’s becoming more common in newer KZ batches). They sound WAY better than any fake KZ I’ve ever heard about — genuine functional A30019 BA inside (fakes usually just fake the name, not the performance). Bought directly from KZ Globol Store on AliExpress (which matches where I bought my Castor Improved Bass too).
r/iems • I Think I Got a “Golden Sample” (or a fake ones) of the KZ ZSN Pro 2 — Insane Soundstage, Separation, and a Real A30019 BA?! ->I have these but I found them a bit harsh in the top end and bass was lacking a bit.
r/Beatmatch • Why IEMs rather than just keeping a good pair of headphones on? ->KZ ZSN Pro and more or less in parallel Samsung AKG if those count... And no not using anymore. The Samsungs are broken like the third time I think and the KZ are not my cup of tea but showed me, that there is more than just always using cheap *ss earbuds/in-ears for around 10 bucks. So I went on, on my journey and currently resting on my (amazing) Hype4. Thought they were my Endgame... But who knows...
r/iems • What was your first IEM, and do you still use it? ->Zsn pro 2 is good, but not the best.
r/iems • IEMs BETTER THAN KZ CASTOR PRO? ->I second these as a long time professional live/broadcast sound engineer and life long percussionist. My Shure SE425s split after a decade of sweating with them in. Someone along the way recommended the KZ ZSN Pros as a cheap but great throw away pair of IEMs. Ive had them for years now and they just keep sounding better and better as they break in. Its takes a little time for the high end to mellow out but I’ve never felt the need to have my SE425s repaired because these sound plenty decent enough. You absolutely have to get the foam isolation tips though if you wanna use them while playing drums.
r/drums • In-Ear Monitors: What do you recommend as a first-time user? ->KZ ZSN pro Old but not obsolete
r/Tech_Philippines • IEM recommendations ->If it is a new revision, then I have the og. It's nice and balanced but have some piercing highs sometimes
r/iems • I Think I Got a “Golden Sample” (or a fake ones) of the KZ ZSN Pro 2 — Insane Soundstage, Separation, and a Real A30019 BA?! ->Just looked at it rn and it doesn't seem to have a ba number on the driver. I can't look more on detail on it since now it's of my sis but I'll check it tomorrow
r/iems • I Think I Got a “Golden Sample” (or a fake ones) of the KZ ZSN Pro 2 — Insane Soundstage, Separation, and a Real A30019 BA?! ->I know, and my PRX I got it for even cheaper (26$) so it was a must. Loving the new KZ, tried the earlier "new tuning" with the ZSN Pro 2 and honestly there were glimpses of what was about to come. Glad it turned to be good
r/iems • Knowledge Zenith AM16 Balanced: KZ’s best Balanced Armature-only IEM, fully back in business! ->Hello, i've been using kz zsn pro and 7hz zero:2 for years. I decided it was time to upgrade since i got bored but don't wanna spend 200$ out of the blue without deciding what i like, so trying to go fairly cheaper with different iems. I am thinking about getting this set, do you recommend this or what would you recommend about this ? For more info, i listen to metal music generally. Otherwise some jazz, rock, hiphop and watch movies. Thank you
r/iems • The Truthear X Crinacle Zero Blue 2- An Unboxing and Review ->Many moons ago I bought Kbear KS1 and KZ ZSN pro when they were $11. They were much better than Panasonic earbuds I bought for about the same price. Would do it at again at the same price. With current prices and quality I would likely stretch out to the $20 level.
r/iems • I'm an IEMs absolute noob, and I wanted to give them a try. What was your first IEMs? Do you regret it? What would you get as a first cheap one if you could do it again? ->Yeah I got into the hobby in 2022 and the first cheap IEM I bought was the KZ ZSN PRO from Amazon for £14.99 I was blown away I didn't expect them to sound that good.
r/headphones • Budget iems are crazily good nowadays ->Chifi for me. You're gonna need like 500usd before it beats a 30usd Kz. I havnt had any issues with reliability (i got on average 3 band rehearsals a week + gigs) in the last 3 years using Kz. But even if I did, at that price difference you can just buy several spares and give one pair to your mom as well. Ofc molded is a thing of it's own, but I mostly using KZ ZS 10 Pro X and Pro 2. For Bass I prefer Pro X, but Pro 2 allows you to tune the eq with dip switches
r/Bass • What IEMs do you use? ->I went from more expensive stuff to KZ ZS10 Pro X (and Pro 2). And still recommend them to most people at most levels. Ofc theres better stuff if budget is over 500€, but below that theres not much better stuff. Most likely will have to get aftermarket foam tips for them, as they dont usually come with any. Good seal is paramount to hearing bass
r/Bass • Any recommendations for in ear monitors? Seen plenty of affordable ones but want to know what works best for hearing bass in a live band mix. ->Comply memory foams. I have two pairs (Pro X and Pro 2). For bass I prefer the Pro X for some reason, even if the Pro 2 has those tuning dip switched. The other pair uses comply and the other pair has foams I took from my old Mackie IEM
r/Bass • Any recommendations for in ear monitors? Seen plenty of affordable ones but want to know what works best for hearing bass in a live band mix. ->A pair of decent IEM’s suit the iPods pretty well currently there is some great and cheap Chi-fi options but can be a rabbit hole when you start looking at the professional Chi-fi audiophile equipment. I good starter set would be the KZ ZSN PROX in Ear Earphones IMO, they go for about €25 and sound excellent for the price. Chi-fi can get better and more expensive though.
r/ipod • Best Earbuds For iPod ->Kz zsn pro is too old to consider. Meron ako nyan dati and, and hindi naman masama sound but I prefer Salnotes Zero in terms of gaming and music. Yung first 3 choices mo dun ka pumili. Yung kz castor pro ata yung magandang budget iem kung prefer mo kz brand.
r/PHbuildapc • Best IEM with best sound quality under 2k Php? ->More than anything there really compact. If your looking for recommendations that won't break the bank I'd deffo suggest looking at "kz zsn pro x"'s on amazon, Dankpods the man from the wobbly lan down under recommends them and there pretty budget friendly. Just don't forget to pick up a quarter jack to go with them
r/Beatmatch • Why IEMs rather than just keeping a good pair of headphones on? ->I wouldn't recommend zsn pro even X version which is alright but still not it imo. Also notice that iems are mostly just better value and more versatile in terms of comfort compare to gaming headsets and they won't significantly improve sound quality of sound cues in siege since the way sound works in siege even kilobuck open packs won't really make much difference. If u want iem advice better ask at related subs like r/iems r/headphoneadvice also on yt there's a guy named fresh reviews he does review iems for gaming specifically.
r/Rainbow6 • Are IEMS actually better than headset? And if yes, what one can you raccomend me? ->First of all: I am not an expert in hi-fi. I'm just a simple man who was looking for good IEMs, and this is only my subjective opinion. The IEMs I was looking for should cost between $50 and $150 and should have balanced, lively bass with pleasant treble that does not tire the ears. So far, I have tried many IEMs and tested them on my PC and smartphone without any additional devices. No DAC, no amp. It was important to me that they were ready to use right out of the box. For me, good sound is when it is carried by lively bass and deep frequencies that guide you through the music, especially for drum and bass and metal. Low frequencies, and especially bass, form the basis of a good listening experience; that's the primary purpose of why I prefer hi-fi headphones, to get into it. My rotation: **≈ 50$ IEMs which I tested:** LINSOUL TANGZU Wan'er LINSOUL SIMGOT EW200 MOONDROP CHU II LINSOUL 7Hz x Crinacle Zero:2 KZ Castor LINSOUL KZ ZS10 PRO 2 LINSOUL KZ ZS10 PRO X **≈ 100$ IEMs which I tested:** LINSOUL SIMGOT EW300 ARTTI T10 Pro TRUTHEAR Hexa Surprisingly, only two of the IEMs I tested impressed me with their overall bass reproduction. I couldn't decide between the KZ PRO 2 and the ZERO BLUE 2, but in the end I chose the BLUE 2 because it offers the best overall package. For me, the ZERO BLUE 2 is simply badass right out of the box. These were the only IMEs that had this deep sounding I was looking for. https://preview.redd.it/fm66t5fl5uef1.jpg?width=4000&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=87099e1c617e96b62bb51f28fe01520ebe96a0c6 https://preview.redd.it/pyn3x43m5uef1.jpg?width=4000&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=721c67332e8f8dd3db7ed8ac6e948c098e174871
r/iems • I am done for now ->I'm fairly new to this territory. First I bought a truthhear hola and it's too flat and horribly big then I got kz Zsn pro x Pretty good and kind of liked it but I need a little more bass. I recently bought a shanling m1 plus and wanna pair something to it. Current options : 1.7h legato. 2.InAwaken Dawn Ms. 3.simgot ew300 hbb. 4.simgot ew300 standard. Are there any better options? or which one should I choose bw these? I get my IEMs from: Headphones zone Or Concept kart India🇮🇳
r/iems • Iem advice ->An X32 rack has significantly more room to grow compared to the XR18. I can't speak for Spain but here in the US I'm nearly always happy to work with a band running their own ears, and if they rehearse their setup and breakdown during band rehearsals it actually makes setup for the night significantly quicker. Zero ringing monitors for me, and band members can be adjusting their own ears as I'm getting a rough mix out front. At a few of my venues we have some Behringer P2 IEM amps and KZ ZSN Pro IEMs in the backups box, that combo is USD$70 per person and isn't just good for the budget, but is a straight-up good wired IEM setup. The amount of money you'd have to spend to get comparable sound and reliability from a wireless IEM setup will quickly dwarf the cost of the X32.
r/livesound • Will a xr18 serve our case or should we aim for a x32? 6 piece band looking for their first IEM rig ->My 1st IEM was KZ zsn pro 2. It's still working fine, although I don't use it much. It has a sharp treble compared to my other IEM. Nowadays, I use it for taking meeting calls as due to high treble, the voice is very clear in this IEM. And for listening to music, I mostly use Nova or Aria 2, depending on mood.
r/iems • What was your first IEM, and do you still use it? ->I also bought this kz zsn pro 2 iem and i can confirm that the soundstage is great, i played hogwarts legacy and i couldn't belive cuz it was similiar than my philips shp9500 openback headphone! But i only use the kz for gaming cuz tbh for music listening it's a very mixed bag and it does not work for like 1/3 of my playlist cuz the treble sometimes is a bit too harsh and can mess some female vocals. For music i use a tangzu fudu with -1.5 dB on bass and the soundstage is almost as good (the 2x ba is way better tunned than on kz) without any harshness and def better than my zero red. You can check Paul Wassabi review where he praise this iem for soundstage and airy treble but he also sometimes got harshness so i don't think you got something special maybe our taste or hearing are different (i'm treble and upper mid sensitive). https://youtu.be/JwY8h6b_RT4?si=dIzIVl80lK4k5_Ij
r/iems • I Think I Got a “Golden Sample” (or a fake ones) of the KZ ZSN Pro 2 — Insane Soundstage, Separation, and a Real A30019 BA?! ->Zsn pro acho que é v shape agressivo com muito agudo enquanto o edc pro é um vshape equilibrado e bem feito. Se vc gostou mesmo do zero blue que é um fone harman com bass boost então talvez deve gostar do supermix4 que também é harman. O Delci AE é um um fone mais warm é outra praia (tem bastante grave e agudos e médios-agudos recuados, graves de fones warm podem não ser limpos pra jogos), o Kefine Klean parece um v-shape bem feito e o em6L vi elogios pra jogos mas críticas que o bocal dele quebra/caí e não dura muito.
r/audiofiliabrasil • Me ajuda a decidir um bom fone intra-auricular (IEM) pra jogar, ouvir música e ver vídeos! ->I have bought a lot of cheap kz and the kz zsn pro 2 is really good is above every one on the same price range I prefer it even above the waner sg 2
r/iems • I cant really tell the difference between 200$ IEMs and 30$ IEMs ->Hello, I know I’m a bit late to ask about this, but I’m having a hard time choosing an IEM. I don’t really like the KZ ZSN Pro X because it sounds a bit harsh and has a tearing effect to me. I’m used to wired Apple earphones, which sound fuller, have just the right amount of bass, and have good overall sound quality. What IEM would you recommend that’s close to the performance of Apple’s wired earphones? Thanks!
r/iems • The IEM Pick Mega-Guide PART-1 ->I might buy again the zsn pro X ,I had them for a while but one pin broken ,they sound so good ,the sound signature is warm and soft
r/iems • My ONLY KZ collection (total 20)🤣🤣🤣 ->Crazy I had them I didn't like how they sound.🤣
r/iems • My ONLY KZ collection (total 20)🤣🤣🤣 ->Yeah maybe depends on what I want to listen to and what I want to obtain from the sound ,I used the zsn pro X on the Xbox s and sounded crazy good ,now I have a fiio k5 pro DAC and it could sound even better.
r/iems • My ONLY KZ collection (total 20)🤣🤣🤣 ->KZ ZSN Pro, i gave them to my best friend, but otherwise i'd probably still use them for yardwork
r/iems • What was your first IEM, and do you still use it? ->vc conseguiria me recomendar esses fones de assinaturas variadas ? já tive um zsn pro, não curti muito, um edc pro e um edx pro, esses gostei de ambos, mas o que mais curti até hoje foi o zero blue msm, qual devo pegar de diferente ?
r/audiofiliabrasil • Me ajuda a decidir um bom fone intra-auricular (IEM) pra jogar, ouvir música e ver vídeos! ->KZ ZSN Pro X, QKZ x HBB, and 7hz Crinicle Zero 2. The QKZ x HBB were my favorite of the bunch, and the KZ were the worst imo.
r/iems • How much do I need to spend so my iem doesn't sound cheap? ->I have the kz zsn pro 2, and love it ! great price, and great sound. i got mine in Amazon Mexico, around 25 dlls.
r/edrums • Budget headphones for e-drums ->ZSN Pro 2 is good and the cheapest you will see a real hybrid at. The highs can get a bit spicy so you might have to EQ, and there is some BA timbre but the technicals are very strong for the price and it's way better than last-gen KZ hybrids for the most part. I can't think of an IEM with more incisive mids without at least doubling if not tripling the price. Another good cheap KZ is Vader balanced. If you want to play it safe get the one without the switches, the tuning is a little bit more relaxed.
r/iems • Help Me Pick the Better Deal ->Wow more than me! My favs are ZS12 Pro X, Zenith, PR2 (black mesh), and Vader. How do you like the ZA12 and Hydro? I tried to get a ZA12 but it was a scam listing so I got a ZSN Pro X instead lol, at least it was free. Oh, and original CCA CRA, one of my favorite DDs to this day.
r/iems • My ONLY KZ collection (total 20)🤣🤣🤣 ->It's ok! .. Salnotes 7hz zeros are neutral.. Well the first thing i would recommend, is to change the eartip ..try the narrow bore small size. It helps to lower down the brightness .. But if you have already tried it , then from my limited experience i think you find the signature too bright for your liking .. hence you try iems with "balanced sound signature" ( Tangzu waner sg 1/2 ) . They are comfortable for medium size ear canals and hold up to their reputation .. decent bass and easy mids and treble.. If you want to add another signature you can try something from the KZ line up KZ ZSN PRO X. it has punchy bass and bright highs ..V shaped basically. Extra tips .. 1. Go to youtube, learn how to use the Wavelet app for EQing ur iems . 2. try practicing listening to audio at volume less than 30-40% .. specially for longer listening sessions . 3. you can also add a dongle dac & amp for slight enhancement . like Shanling UA mini. Audiocular D07 ( look for mic pass through) / hpz x ddhifi dongle dac and amp .. cheers.
r/iems • Best out of these as my first iem ??? ->I did this when I first got my ccz emeralds, I used to use the KZ zsn pro Xs and I thought it was not that different, but after a week or so and I tried my old KZs and I realised a massive difference. I also did this when I got my zero Reds with the same results.
r/iems • I just got an IEM but I find no significant difference? ->I have well over 1000 spent on iems now lol and I've bought the kz zs10 pro and pro x multiple times I like it so much lmao. I probably won't use it after recently getting my fatfreqs but I gotta say something about the zs10 just slaps right man. I've gifted these to people and they always are shocked. Id say don't buy some of their other models knows for having pointless crossovers but that's about it.
r/iems • How much do I need to spend so my iem doesn't sound cheap? ->For some reason i find my kz zsn pro better than the red i have them both 🫠
r/inearfidelity • Trying Hard to love the Zero Red ->These are inexpensive and sound good to me. KZ ZSN Pro X iem, HIFI in ear Headphones, High Fidelity in ear Monitor with Hybrid Dual Drivers
r/Bass • What IEMs are ya'll using? Looking for recommendations. ->Yes. They’re almost cheap enough to buy to try. I also use them to play along to songs at home practice. They’re quite good
r/Bass • What IEMs are ya'll using? Looking for recommendations. ->This is a simple, wired setup and I’m using these for monitors : KZ ZSN Pro X iem, HIFI in ear Headphones, High Fidelity in ear Monitor with Hybrid Dual Drivers I think at some point I will upgrade to something with more drivers (more drivers = better) but these are completely fine.
r/Bass • IEM are a game changer changer for me ->I use these. KZ ZSN Pro X iem, HIFI in ear Headphones, High Fidelity in ear Monitor with Hybrid Dual Drivers
r/Bass • In-ear monitors ->Kz Zvx pro, kz zsn pro 2, cvj night elf, kz vader highres, trn v10 pro, trn v90 pro... The mt5 is all but analytical, is a reshell of the Orca but bad tuned lol.
r/iems • The ND Planet is mind-blowing bang for buck. ->I bought mine (ND planet) a few days ago so I'm waiting it to arrive the next week maybe?, the Orca is very capable in technicalities, but is not better than the V10 pro in this aspect, ZVX pro is a beast in technicalities maybe trading blows with the Vader HighRes (but the Vader is just in another league, is almost 90% of the CCA Hydro), maybe on pair with the V90 pro and Nightelf, and the ZSN pro 2 is perhaps the only on pair with the Orcas, but with a little more stage and imaging. Btw, i love my Orcas, and i hate my mt5, i know I'm crazy but whatevs ahaha. Cheers mate!
r/iems • The ND Planet is mind-blowing bang for buck. ->In this price range i think the 7hz Zero 2, KZ ZVX Pro, KZ Vader Balanced, CCA Trio and other gems, the 7hz is a conditional rec, is not for beginners, umm, the KZ ZSN pro 2 is also a nice rec. I think the BL03 II punches above its price, is trading blows with my Inawaken Dawn ms an Kefine Klean, is a iem who worth its price. The other color offered is clear silver, is beautiful. The DUNU dtc480 is driving even my hungry planars so well... Of course is more than enough for the BL03 II, the cirrus logic chip is excellent, the sound it produces is uncolored, so natural, so faithful to the music, is a very analytical dac/amp
r/iems • Blon Bl-03 II, the upgrade to a legend ->The only one of these that I have experience with is the KZ ZSN Pro X (not the ZSN Pro 2), but I suppose I'll weigh in. In a quiet room, they have noticeably less detail than some other IEMs I own, but those are in a different price bracket. If there's background noise (coffee shop, walking around, etc.), there's practically no difference between the ZSN Pro Xs and $150 Fiios. For $20, they are unbelievably good value. I do have some issues with the ZSN Pro Xs, though. They stank of factory smell when I got them, and it took days for it to go away. The cable is also not great. I've had worse, especially since this one came with a microphone and integrated remote control, but it's very much a "budget IEM cable" cable. They give you a few options for the stock tips, but none of them fit me particularly well, though YMMV. The high sensitivity can also result in electronic noise depending on what you plug it into, though this is something that happens with any high-sensitivity headphone/IEM. Overall, though, I like the ZSN Pro Xs. They look good, they sound good, and they were very affordable. The thing with IEMs is that even the cheapo ones are, for the most part, just different flavors of great these days. From what I've seen, you could pick an IEM off that list at random and end up with a perfectly cromulent listening device. And if this is your first dive into the audio world, I wouldn't worry too much about it: you won't know what you like or dislike until you've tried something.
r/iems • Beginner looking for my first IEM under $30 — too many options, too much conflicting advice. Please read description. ->7hz G1 I had Tangzu Waners and KZ ZSN pros, masyadong elevated ang high frequencies nila.
r/PHbuildapc • Best IEM with best sound quality under 2k Php? ->I'm using the KZ ZSN Pro. Sound good enough and work fine for me. MILES better than Shure se215s
r/musicians • What’s your ideal in-ear monitor for stage performance ->These cheaper Chinese IEMs are surprisingly good. I use the KZ ZSN Pro X on my iPod Classic, and also on some of my handhelds. They're really great quality, and produce really nice sound. The swappable cables are also a very nice feature. If you do get a pair of IEMs that uses these swappable cables with a 3.5mm jack, do yourself a favour and buy an extra cable with a USB-C connector as well. Like all USB-C headphones, they will have a DAC and Amp built into the connector, meaning that you won't be relying on the DAC and Amp built into your handheld/device. It's a worthwhile gamble that it might be better than the DAC and Amp built into your device. I find lots of handhelds have really tinny sounding audio, which makes high-pitch 8-bit, and 16-bit video game audio even more fatiguing on my ears. I've occasionally had some luck with using USB-C headphones providing a warmer sound signature, which softens the harshness of older video game audio. Pro tip: The $10 Apple USB-C headphone adapter has a fantastic DAC and amp in it. It outperforms most DAC and Amp hardware that most low/mid-range devices use. It even outperforms the cheap Realtek built in soundcard that most low/mid-range PC motherboards use.
r/SBCGaming • Using IEM headphones. Surprisingly awesome ->KZ ZSN PRO X, og, budget, and it rocks!!
r/ipod • What earbuds, IEM or headphones are you rocking with your iPod? ->If you're trying to hear your drums through the interface, then you've got something setup wrong. I have a mixer now so I have all of my audio coming into channels 1 & 2 (L & R) from the computer then the other mic inputs go out to my in ears (KZ ZS10 Pros) That may be the difference. I do have some KZ ZST In Ears that were a little bit uncomfortable. But the ZSN Pros with the larger ear nubbies (which you should have gotten a littl pouch with different sized nubbies in it) fit perfectly in my ears. They came with no nubbies on them. I pulled 2 medium sized ones out and they weren't quite right. So I swapped them out for the largest pair in the package and that's what I've been using ever since. Now, as far as hearing your drums through the in-ears. Yeah, I do kind of hear them under what's coming through the in-ears themselves. But it's not distracting me at all because it's all real time so what the interface is picking up, I'm hearing it as soon as I hit the drums. I probably can't help you with software or device settings especially if you're using Windows or Mac (I use Linux) but essentially it's the same I think. you have to select the interface as your output device. This lets you record direct to the computer. I also am plugged directly into the mixer so I'm hearing everything (drums and the music I'm playing along with) going directly into my ears in real time. So, you may have a switch off or main volume knob too low or something because if you're going direct to the interface with headphones, then you should be able to hear the mics. You shouldn't even need a computer to hear the mics if your in ears are connected to the interface. I had a Behringer 1820i (8 port interface) and I was able to hear everything through hat interface just fine. Even the music I was playing along to. I set the main volume for that on the PC. Then that fed into the interface in the audio settings and I could control the volume for everything going to my ears with the interface. It's been a while since I've used an interface so I honestly couldn't tell you how I set that up unfortunately. But, getting the audio from the PC to the interface through USB should be easy enough as long as you have that USB Device setup properly and the volume levels are up high enough so you can hear them okay.
r/drums • KZ ZSN PRO Earbuds ->I have the ZS10 pro 2 for listening to music in the evening when the wife has gone to bed and the ZSN Pro 2 I use while working.
r/iems • Best KZ IEM ->I have it and it has decent sound staging. But the treble doesn't roll of smoothly causing strain to ears. and there is definitely sibilance.
r/iems • Best budget iem for soundstage, imaging and clarity(7hz x crinacle zero 2, kz castor, moondrop chu2) ->ZSN Pro X has same build quality as zsn pro, so go for the 7hz. i owned a zsn pro x in humid climate and it died after only 6 months of use
r/iems • What should I get? ->The one in red (left) is the FatfreqxHBB Deuce, the one in the middle is the KZ ZSN Pro 2 and the one on the right is the Tangzu Wanr.
r/iems • I think I’m done for 2025 ->The Deuce is more like an all-rounder iem, with great subass, the Wanrs are warm and crisp and the ZSN Pro 2 are sharp and bright..
r/iems • I think I’m done for 2025 ->Iva had a bunch of those, i can give opinion: - Chu 2: sound good, nice bass and detail. Sadly the tip started leaking green liquid and clogging all the time, not very good on the go, had to unscrew it to dry. The cable and eartips were awful and i bought other ones. The pouch, looks nice but its whatever, does its job. - 7Hz x Crinacle Zero 2: didnt have it myself but asked a guy who was wearing it and it sounded bass boosted but kinda dead compared to the Chu 2. Kinda weird fit too, didnt really feel comfortable to me. - Tanchjim Bunny: Sounds good and similar somewhat to the Chu 2 (with default of the box EQ). Had some issues on the other iems that i used a dongle dac to use on the phone but they had a very annoying background electrical buzz to it, probably bad dongle but i had tried 2 brands same issue. The cable usb c that comes with this one finally solved that problem for me, no background hiss at all. Eartips are ok so is the cable. I've been trying a Truthear Pure eq profile these days. Without EQ (not the defaut, just a custom one i made all to 0) they are very bassy. - KZ ZSN ~~Pro~~ : i had the not pro version of this one, my first chifi. Good sound, just not that good as the other ones. High pitched noise on some tracks that was unconfortable. The cable, ass, it broke in half. The iem itself broke at the connector too, i left it once on the sun and then it fell off the cables. The eartips, they were the worst, but i didnt really care at the time. - Truthear Gate: The best cable and eartips of the bunch, even the pouch is really good, very confortable fit. The sound? Hot garbage, sounds the same as some cheap earbuds. And i mean earbuds, not iems. No bass no treble, nothing. Most boring sound ive ever heard (and im eq the Pure to my bunnys, mind you, that one is supposed to be no bass and its way better). - Moondrop Quark: It sounded ok. Cable bad, but not as bad as the chu, eartips ok. It was ok. I prefer the ear over cable iems, just more confortable. - Truthear Zero Blue: i had it for very little, it felt very big to my ear insides. It sounded ok and bassy The dongle DAC i had were some CX31993 and ALC5685
r/iems • Beginner looking for my first IEM under $30 — too many options, too much conflicting advice. Please read description. ->KS Z10 Pro X’s, I can literally hear characters breathing nvm footsteps
r/EscapefromTarkov • [Suggestion] Looking to get a new headset primarily for Tarkov, what headset/IEMs would you say is the best for EFT and gaming in general? ->Among the audiophiles, the KZ products are said to have one of the worst cables and they are very prone to Quality Control Issues. Other brands provide nicer cables and are usually very less prone to problems. My KZ Zsn Pro X which I care for like a baby is leaking resin out from its shell. Whether you wanna believe people saying all good or people here that'll tell you to stay away is your choice.
r/iems • Looking for a good budget KZ IEM ->I have one of those but honestly it doesn't mess up my audio, i have a Gigabyte B550 and the headphones are a KZ ZSN Pro 2 and a Sennheiser HD 559.
r/iems • I'm shocked... I always blamed my B550 Tomahawk motherboard for bad audio quality ->I bought the KZ-ZSN Pro X a few weeks ago. Took a while to tune in but love it so far. I'd suggest you give it a try if your budget is ~2k.
r/TeluguMusicMelodies • Guys, Need a recommendation for buying IEM. More info in the Body. ->Really happy with KZ ZSN PRO X or KBEAR Rosefinch. Dirt cheap and sound great for around 24 with both music and gaming.
r/iems • What are the best IEM's on a $20-$130 price range. ->Dude listen, you’re not crazy. I had the ZSN Pro X, while it sounded great to my ears when I first got them, ZSN Pro 2 sounds significantly better in my ears, like pretty damn amazing. And also, I had ZS10 Pro X as well, and recently got the ZS12 Pro X and it sounded miles and above better than the ZS10…it’s is highly technical with absolutely fantastic soundstage and not at all sibilant with the 4th switch up. Tldr; I think it is simply a case of either upgraded BA drivers in these two newer iterations of KZ or much better tuning. ZS12 Pro X for me is one of the most underrated technical IEMs out there.
r/iems • I Think I Got a “Golden Sample” (or a fake ones) of the KZ ZSN Pro 2 — Insane Soundstage, Separation, and a Real A30019 BA?! ->From your list, the ZS12 Pro X tuning version, though. Imo, it's a good technical over musical iem. https://youtu.be/l44h-KeOocE?feature=shared Around the 5 minute mark, he discusses gaming performance.
r/iems • Which is better for exclusive gaming (sounstage and imaging) not music under $35? ->I got the pro's off amazon and I have no complaints. Very surprised by how they sound for the money.
r/edrums • Budget headphones for e-drums ->Forget Drumeo and forget the Shure unless you don't like having some bass in your mix. If you want bottom (and most drummer will), get a pair of KZ Zs Pro. Much better sound than my high en Shure 425 for a fraction of the price.
r/drums • Are the new (black) Drumeo IEMs any good? ->KZ ZSN pros have been awesome for me, they’re about $12 from China but I couldn’t tell the difference between those and the ones my buddy had that were around $200. I have 3 or 4 pair, one of which went through the washer and dryer and the drivers still work fine (the molded ear section si they don’t fall off doesn’t, but I’m surprised they work at all still)
r/edrums • Budget headphones for e-drums ->AliExpress is where I got mine, [this](https://a.aliexpress.com/_m0sKDFD) was the last two pair I bought
r/edrums • Budget headphones for e-drums ->I would say ZSN pro 2 that has v shape signature instead of these if you like energetic music to get you pumped up. For melodies 7hz salnotes zero is a much balanced iem. Also these are usually much cheaper on headphonezone.
r/iems • What should I get? ->I only use the iPod Classic at home with KZ ZS10 Pro X or KZ ZSN Pro.
r/ipod • What earbuds, IEM or headphones are you rocking with your iPod? ->I got KZ zsn pro x based on a positive feedback from iPod community. Been using them for over a year now and they suck ass I’ll be honest
r/ipod • Best Earbuds For iPod ->KZ ZSN Pro X, and i love them absolutely.
r/ipod • What earbuds, IEM or headphones are you rocking with your iPod? ->I’m quite a basshead myself, so probs KZ Castor Bass, or ZSN for balanced option
r/iems • What’s an IEM you’d tell 99% of people to blind buy? ->Luckily i don't have to go to ali just to get cheap stuff if i want cheap good quality IEM i can go to shopee which is where i got both of my IEM 1st one was KZ ZSN Pro and the 2nd is the 2nd gen inovation
r/iems • My ONLY KZ collection (total 20)🤣🤣🤣 ->What are your thoughts on KZ ZSN Pro 2? Even though i do have a pair of it for my daily driver but many songs that i've listens to is kinda off even tho i play around with my phone Dolby Atmos EQ and yes my phone still have headphone jack
r/iems • My ONLY KZ collection (total 20)🤣🤣🤣 ->My 1st pair of IEM was the KZ ZSN Pro and no i don't use it anymore because i assume that the magnet inside is cracked because i dropped it too hard and i'm on my 2nd pair the 2nd Gen Innovation KZ ZSN Pro 2
r/iems • What was your first IEM, and do you still use it? ->My 1st pair of IEM was the KZ ZSN Pro and no i don't use it anymore because i assume that the magnet inside is cracked because i dropped it too hard and i'm on my 2nd pair the 2nd Gen Innovation KZ ZSN Pro 2
r/iems • What was your first IEM, and do you still use it? ->I agree with you on good sealing and a good fit. I am also an audio enthusiast with a collection of KZ iems (more thn 20 iems) and other brands too, including the KZ ZSN Pro X that I purchased 6 years ago and is still working well. I have not had any quality control issues with KZ iems so far. However, I have found that the cables and eartips from KZ are below average, so I often replace them with different options. I have discovered that using high-quality eartips can significantly improve the sound quality of KZ iems. Despite being more interested in iems priced above $150-$200, I continue to purchase KZ iems based on positive reviews and their affordability. I recently ordered the KZ Saga from Aliexpress for around $10.
r/iems • Kz saga pros and cons review - best kz/cca iem ever ->Yup. Most of the time, my IEMs are just plugged into the Android tablet I have Moises and metronome apps on.
r/drums • Fulfilled a childhood wish... I'm a drummer now! ->Yep, you can still hear the drums for sure. If you can't in the future, like when you're playing with guitarists and others, then it will be time to monitor yourself. But for now, you don't have to break the bank for your first pair of IEMs. These work just fine for me, although I did borrow the tips from another set of earbuds to make a better seal for my ears... https://a.co/d/dMXqOuL Let me know if you have any more questions! I sure don't mind answering and talking about drum stuff!
r/drums • Fulfilled a childhood wish... I'm a drummer now! ->I've been rocking the KZ ZSN Pros lately. My brother-in-law gave them to me for Christmas and surprisingly they're my favorite IEM's I have so far. I don't wear over ears out of the house so these have been my go to for work buds
r/ipod • What earbuds, IEM or headphones are you rocking with your iPod? ->Kz zsn pro x. Yes I still use it. Bought it in 2021
r/iems • What was your first IEM, and do you still use it? ->KZ ZSN Pro X is also a good option. I've been using them for 2 yrs now. Both for music and fps games \[cs and valorant\].
r/iems • Budget IEMs for mainly for FPS gaming and enjoy music ->The in ear that made me fala in love with headphones in general was the Philips SHE 9000. I had an Xperia Phone back then and I had a blast with those. First pair of proper iems were the KZ ZSN pro with the meizu HiFi Dac, mindblowing for the time. A While later I got the Moondrop Aria that made the KZ sound like trash and Just a bit after I got the 7hz Dioko that made the Aria sound like a muffled boomy mess too. And that went on for a While until I got to the Tangzu Heyday and 7hz Timeless AE. Now I have my endgame but I still collect cheaper iems.
r/iems • What was your first IEM, and do you still use it? ->KZ ZSN PRO X, it has been i think 2 months, its very clean and good for guitar, but bass is not stron, so not very fun for movies or games.
r/iems • What was your first IEM, and do you still use it? ->KZ ZSN Pro - put them on my fiio utws3, then i stopped using the fiios so i stopped using the KZ as well. eventually replaced them with the 7hz dioko and im planning to harvest the KZ's guts
r/iems • What was your first IEM, and do you still use it? ->It was KZ ZSN Pro. Used them for 4+years and just last week my cable got torn. They were and are still good for me. Kinda in the midst of looking for new iems. Eyes specially on 7hz salnotes and vivace but yet to make a decision
r/iems • What was your first IEM, and do you still use it? ->Check ko po ito. Gamit ko kasi ngayon QKZ-ZSN pro X. Kaso parang sira na yung left nya. Thank you po!
r/PHbuildapc • WIRED IN EAR MONITOR FOR FPS GAMES ->back when I used to use iem, I used kz zsn pro and tinhifi t2. they're both good enough for valorant. I still use tinhifi t2 from time to time. kz zsn pro, I gave it away to my auntie who needed an earphone before.
r/VALORANT • Best earbuds/IEM ->A lot of people here aren't fans of KZ. Personally, I love KZ. I'm still using my 6 year old KZ ZSN Pro and I was about to buy the KZ Castor, but checked some reviews/sound check on youtube and the KZ EDX Pro is almost the same sound sig as the ZSN Pros, so I just bought those and I'm fairly satisfied.
r/iems • My 2025 IEM TIERLIST/RANKING (39 IEMS JUNE FIRST HALF) ->Yeah isolation is a tough one. I’ve had the KZ Pros and think they are garbage on all aspects from the fit, to sound isolation, to the sound reproduction. Probably my most hated IEMs that I’ve tried
r/livesound • 300$ IEMs sound like shit, but not with a good EQ ->IEM, KZ ZSN PRO X with an amp FOSI SK01.
r/ArenaBreakoutInfinite • What Headset Are You Guys Using To Play ABI? ->I'm using both KZ ZSN Pro (Desktop) and Pro 2 for my everyday use. For gaming, I think I've read that Salnotes Zero and Simgot EW100p are good. Pero nasa personal preference pa rin yan
r/PHbuildapc • Best IEM with best sound quality under 2k Php? ->I'm using both KZ ZSN Pro (Desktop) and Pro 2 for my everyday use. For gaming, I think I've read that Salnotes Zero and Simgot EW100p are good. Pero nasa personal preference pa rin yan
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