Man, I've been waiting to crack my review fingers for this one. With an extensive library of genres and songs, as well as many different formats, I wanted to show my views on these wonderful things for a while. After I (sadly) lost my KZ ZS3s, I was in the market for a new IEM. I had a few choices, but ultimately decided on these due to the carrying case and varieties of eartips. Enough of that, though. Let us get into the review.
Note: these are the D2 and not D2M, so I cannot speak on terms of the microphone. Also, I was not given these for free, and I will never stop sharing my honest opinions just due to the fact I get something for no cost.
Appearance:
I personally believe these look great. Although not as cool as something like the CA Andromeda, or as strange as the ZS3, I think these are nice. The build is good as well, and it works for what it is. Something not in your face, but that still has itself stand nicely. Each side has either red or black near the connectors. They're very helpful when trying to find what each side is.
Accessories:
I find it nice they included a plethora of things. The carrying case is hard, but not by too much. It also has pockets to store the extra goodies you get, the eartips. I did not expect this many. You have standard silicon eartips in three sizes, as well as rubber ones with the same simple three sizes. These fit nicely, and slide in and out with ease. Not bad. However, I did not expect them to have foam tips. I can say these are very comfortable. They are mainly for isolation, the design of the tips being a giveaway. I think these are finely made, as there are two, and the first ones have been lasting well since I got them. There is an included shirt clip as well, but I don't really use shirt clips much. Maybe I'll use it sometime, but for now, I can't say much for it, other than it looks solid. All around, you get a lot of things for the little money you paid.
Comfort:
I've had very long listening sessions with these on. Saying from experience, these will be good for a 5-minute listen, or a 5-hour flight. They're over-ears, but their design makes this work in its favor. I've never had them not seal or slip out of my ear. They fit very well, and won't irritate you on a ride.
Specs: These are straight from the official sellers themselves.
Sound:
This is very important to say, but although I like balance, I find these still fit my tastes due to the tracks I listen to the most. These would most benefit you if you're into jazz, hip-hop, or another genre that works with bass. Chiptunes also benefit. But everything else? Still works, but you'll hear more bass. Not as badly as something like Beats, but it may be a turnoff for some.
Bass:
There is enough strength in the low bass ends to make it a big focus with these, but not enough to drown the other parts. This could either sell you on it or turn you away from it. Some people have said it is too much for them, but the music I listen to lets this pair shine for what they're made for.
Songs for testing: Spring Yard Zone, Stardust Speedway Present, Staff Roll (SM3DW), Studiopolis Zone Act 1
Mids:
They aren't going to blow you away, but at the same time they aren't muffled. Male singers are audible and clear, as well as other instruments that rest themselves in the middle of this spectrum. They're fine. Not horrid, but not great. Not much to talk about here, they just work.
Songs for testing: Great Days, Unknown from M.E, Let me Clear My Wallet (Mashup), Mirage Saloon Zone Act 1, Tuck 'n Roll (MMX: Maverick Rising), Bloody Stream
Highs:
For a pair that focus on bass a little more, the highs are still well-done. Not real sharp or sparkly, but this probably happens due to the bass focus. The highs could use a bit of polish if a new version of these came out, but they would have to shift the bass focus, so I understand. Female vocals are still easy to listen to, and the highs won't cause fatigue.
Songs for testing: This is Madness! (Sonic CD: Temporal Duality), Jump Up, Super Star!, Fire Fire!!, Jeh Jeh Rocket
Overall, if you're looking for a good budget buy, and you couldn't care if the main focus on the sound is bass, this is for you. However, those of you out for a balanced signature, you'll want to look elsewhere. They may not be perfect, but they're still worth what I paid for them.
Note: these are the D2 and not D2M, so I cannot speak on terms of the microphone. Also, I was not given these for free, and I will never stop sharing my honest opinions just due to the fact I get something for no cost.
Appearance:
I personally believe these look great. Although not as cool as something like the CA Andromeda, or as strange as the ZS3, I think these are nice. The build is good as well, and it works for what it is. Something not in your face, but that still has itself stand nicely. Each side has either red or black near the connectors. They're very helpful when trying to find what each side is.
Accessories:
I find it nice they included a plethora of things. The carrying case is hard, but not by too much. It also has pockets to store the extra goodies you get, the eartips. I did not expect this many. You have standard silicon eartips in three sizes, as well as rubber ones with the same simple three sizes. These fit nicely, and slide in and out with ease. Not bad. However, I did not expect them to have foam tips. I can say these are very comfortable. They are mainly for isolation, the design of the tips being a giveaway. I think these are finely made, as there are two, and the first ones have been lasting well since I got them. There is an included shirt clip as well, but I don't really use shirt clips much. Maybe I'll use it sometime, but for now, I can't say much for it, other than it looks solid. All around, you get a lot of things for the little money you paid.
Comfort:
I've had very long listening sessions with these on. Saying from experience, these will be good for a 5-minute listen, or a 5-hour flight. They're over-ears, but their design makes this work in its favor. I've never had them not seal or slip out of my ear. They fit very well, and won't irritate you on a ride.
Specs: These are straight from the official sellers themselves.
- Driver unit: 10mm dynamic driver
- Impedance: 16 ohm
- Rated power: 1mW
- Frequency Response: 10 Hz- 20 Khz
- Speaker Sensitivity: 95 +/- db/ mW
- Cord Length: 1.2m
- Plug: 3.5 mm
Sound:
This is very important to say, but although I like balance, I find these still fit my tastes due to the tracks I listen to the most. These would most benefit you if you're into jazz, hip-hop, or another genre that works with bass. Chiptunes also benefit. But everything else? Still works, but you'll hear more bass. Not as badly as something like Beats, but it may be a turnoff for some.
Bass:
There is enough strength in the low bass ends to make it a big focus with these, but not enough to drown the other parts. This could either sell you on it or turn you away from it. Some people have said it is too much for them, but the music I listen to lets this pair shine for what they're made for.
Songs for testing: Spring Yard Zone, Stardust Speedway Present, Staff Roll (SM3DW), Studiopolis Zone Act 1
Mids:
They aren't going to blow you away, but at the same time they aren't muffled. Male singers are audible and clear, as well as other instruments that rest themselves in the middle of this spectrum. They're fine. Not horrid, but not great. Not much to talk about here, they just work.
Songs for testing: Great Days, Unknown from M.E, Let me Clear My Wallet (Mashup), Mirage Saloon Zone Act 1, Tuck 'n Roll (MMX: Maverick Rising), Bloody Stream
Highs:
For a pair that focus on bass a little more, the highs are still well-done. Not real sharp or sparkly, but this probably happens due to the bass focus. The highs could use a bit of polish if a new version of these came out, but they would have to shift the bass focus, so I understand. Female vocals are still easy to listen to, and the highs won't cause fatigue.
Songs for testing: This is Madness! (Sonic CD: Temporal Duality), Jump Up, Super Star!, Fire Fire!!, Jeh Jeh Rocket
Overall, if you're looking for a good budget buy, and you couldn't care if the main focus on the sound is bass, this is for you. However, those of you out for a balanced signature, you'll want to look elsewhere. They may not be perfect, but they're still worth what I paid for them.