Hamlap
100+ Head-Fier
Would be interested to read this from you. They are still on my mind...
Chinese / Asian Brand Info Thread (On or Over Ear Headphones)
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Would be interested to read this from you. They are still on my mind...
I made a small amateur review of the OKCSC ZX1: https://www.head-fi.org/showcase/okcsc-zx1.24125/reviews#review-23228
Ynot1
500+ Head-Fier
https://www.amazon.com/Mpow-H21-Can...03a386851d66141cc1e21acc947a43&language=en_US
Not sure why these are on sale. But I noticed something is always up when that happens.
Mullle Meck
Head-Fier
Nice review, coincides about with what I've heard so far and some points make these even more exciting to me. Though the thin lower midrange is perhaps somewhat troubling, what headphones are you comparing to?
My other headphones I'm comparing them to are:
- Audio Technica M40X
- Beyerdynamic Custom One Pro
- Beyerdynamic DTX 501 P
ZX1 has better timbre, comfort and technicalities than those above cans, though the recessed lower mids is something that is inherent in the ZX1's V shaped tuning, so I guess you might have to EQ if that's an area of concern for you. I'm not really a headphone guy, more of an IEM guy, but even compared to my other multiple V shaped IEMs, the ZX1's mids aren't that recessed IMHO. Honestly, I'm a bit more bothered about the lower treble/upper mids brightness, though if you are a treblehead, you'll love it a lot.
Let us know your impressions too once u have spent some time with it!
Bartig
500+ Head-Fier
So spot on! As much as I love these, the upper-mids (cymbals!!) van just sound too harsh.
Mullle Meck
Head-Fier
Well, most high-end dynamic headphones nowadays are tuned to be relaxed in this region so this might give an interesting experience. I will as you noted only know when I get them tho. Problem is the shipping time from china, seller havn't even send them yet due to either new year or being dead
Do u have any recommendations for a similarly tuned CHIFI headphone without this upper mids harshness? Sound wise the ZX1 is great in other areas, but if they can just refine the upper mids area, it will sell like hot cakes. But maybe trebleheads will like it as it is.
Well, most high-end dynamic headphones nowadays are tuned to be relaxed in this region so this might give an interesting experience. I will as you noted only know when I get them tho. Problem is the shipping time from china, seller havn't even send them yet due to either new year or being dead
Yeah ordering stuff from China during the Chinese New Year period will usually result in delays during normal times. Now that the Wuhan virus outbreak thingy is here, it's probably worse. Supposedly the Chinese authorities have extended the holidays to early Feb so as to minimize spread of the virus, so don't expect any shipping to be done till then.
They've sort of quarantined the Wuhan citizens, especially for travelling purposes, but I would think audio gear and non organic stuff can still be transferred about. Probably the virus will also die by the time it takes a few months to reach our mail box, but just alcohol swab it or something once u get it. From past experience, most of my audio purchases from Aliexpress seem to come from Shenzhen/Hong Kong, I don't think they come from the Wuhan area which is where most of the virus cases are reported (it's in the central area of China and is not that known for audio gear).
My ZX1 order luckily just arrived to Sweden. I’ve paid the custom tax so they are hopefully only a week away. Think they will be a nice complement to my closed Yamaha MT-220. I have a audioquest dragonfly black DAC and hope it will do them some good? Is this enough or do you have any other tips as for audio equipment to make them(and other headphones)justice. Any specific amp to recommend without going all in $$$?
The ZX1 (32Ω) doesn't need that much juice compared to some super high impedance cans and buds that can be in the triple digits in terms of impedance. I'm using a humble Fiio A3 amp and can drive it sufficiently at 40% volume pot.
Marcos Fontana
100+ Head-Fier
Hello Folks!
ZX1 can be compared with any Grado? Any resemblance?
Best Regards,
Marcos Fontana
Fwiw I was supposed to go to a trade show in Guangzhou (just a couple of hours drive from HK/Shenzhen) mid March but today I was informed it was canceled and no new date is decided yet. I've got a feeling this flu will affect China business for quite some time, I hope I'm wrong though.....
My okcsc zx1 arrived last week. Order date 2020-01-15. Arrived 2020-02-06 with a stop at swedish customs. Came in zip-lock bag inside a unmarked brown paper box. Nothing else. LOL. Really like them though . Great detail, wide open soundspace and a deep yet punchy bass when called for. As been mentioned before they can be a bit harsh in the treble. Some cymbals, high pitch notes and especially the occasional tambourine can sometimes be unpleasantly piercing. I've had a hard time finding suitable songs especially within metal and electronica but when it comes to jazz they really shine. Dave Bubecks Quartet "take five"(Time out) really opens up well with these headphones(even with lots of cymbals and high trumpet). They deliver the Standing bass really well with deep impact without overpowering the overall sound.
Anyway I'm really happy I've picked these out and they definitely fill their place among my other headphones(closed, IEM's and TWS).
Anyway I'm really happy I've picked these out and they definitely fill their place among my other headphones(closed, IEM's and TWS).
Hamlap, did you ever post a review of your Tribit headphones?
I keep thinking about getting that ZX1... Keep hesitating about it.
Hamlap
100+ Head-Fier
No, not yet. Haven't really tried them out yet, they're my GF's headset at work at the moment.
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