I always find weird that ppl recommend foam tips for every user without asking if person even likes to use foams (in-out using habits, too much fitting trouble etc.). Not to bash foams but there are many who don`t use them and kinda "hate" foams.
Take a look at this video.
A little trick that will make your headphones sound better by opening them up in the back.
I tried with my KZ ZS3 and it really changed for the better.
Not 6x better like he said but maybe 1.6x better
Definitely noticeable.
I tryed to put foam tips on my ZS5 yesterday, but they were falling off even when I tried to insert the earplugs. And when I managed to keep it on, it stayed behind in my ear after removing the ZS5…
I suggest this seller from AliExpress. I use the T300 size which has a nozzle diameter of 4.5mm instead of the more standard T400 / T500 4.9mm size. The seller also has T200 which has a 4.0mm nozzle size. The ZS6 are even worse in terms of foam tips because the nozzle has even less, as in none, of a lip to keep tips on. The seller offers smaller quantities at a higher per pair price and is really good about providing the mixture you want. So you could get the 10 pair listing and ask for 3 each S and L and 4 M and they'd do it. Or half black and half grey.
I suggest this seller from AliExpress. I use the T300 size which has a nozzle diameter of 4.5mm instead of the more standard T400 / T500 4.9mm size. The seller also has T200 which has a 4.0mm nozzle size. The ZS6 are even worse in terms of foam tips because the nozzle has even less, as in none, of a lip to keep tips on. The seller offers smaller quantities at a higher per pair price and is really good about providing the mixture you want. So you could get the 10 pair listing and ask for 3 each S and L and 4 M and they'd do it. Or half black and half grey.
I always find weird that ppl recommend foam tips for every user without asking if person even likes to use foams (in-out using habits, too much fitting trouble etc.). Not to bash foams but there are many who don`t use them and kinda "hate" foams.
I always find weird that ppl recommend foam tips for every user without asking if person even likes to use foams (in-out using habits, too much fitting trouble etc.). Not to bash foams but there are many who don`t use them and kinda "hate" foams.
First, I personally find the ZS6 very enjoyable with the silicone starline tips that came with them. I cannot stand the foam tips. I can't even stand to touch them... hate the feeling of them. Out of the 3 dozen or so IEMs that I own, none of mine have foams on them either. Many have starlines. I do change tips on different ones for various reasons...sometimes to get a better seal, sometimes for looks. But they are all always silicone.
First, I personally find the ZS6 very enjoyable with the silicone starline tips that came with them. I cannot stand the foam tips. I can't even stand to touch them... hate the feeling of them. Out of the 3 dozen or so IEMs that I own, none of mine have foams on them either. Many have starlines. I do change tips on different ones for various reasons...sometimes to get a better seal, sometimes for looks. But they are all always silicone.
Well it's really a personal thing foamies and I don't have issue with those that like them they are just not my cup of tea. I do test out many silicon tips and although I prefer Auvio's they don't work with every iem. Some work best with starlines or red cores, just have to roll'em to you get the best results
Take a look at this video.
A little trick that will make your headphones sound better by opening them up in the back.
I tried with my KZ ZS3 and it really changed for the better.
Not 6x better like he said but maybe 1.6x better
Definitely noticeable.
I really like foamies for comfort since there's something about silicone tips that bothers my skin / ear canals after a few hours of wear. My problem is that I can't get a decent seal with them. I've tried all sorts of sizes. The only thing that's worked is to use those long orange ear plugs, the disposable throw away ones, and punch a hole in the middle. Those give a seal that's good enough to get bass. Very frustrating.
@Slater suggested a different seller that has the crazy cheap foamies that come without the nozzle tube. You combine the cheap foamie with a cheap silicone tip. I get a great comfortable fit with that combo and it doesn't bother me as much as the heavier, better quality silicone tips. After a bit of a problem figuring out how to get the nozzle of the silicone tip inside the nozzle hole of the cheap foamie the first time I've gotten very good at combining the pair. So its another option for folks like me that have fitment issues with 'normal' tips.
I'd like some opinions...what genre of music are ZS5 V2 owners partial to for theirs?
here's why I ask: I got ZS5 thinking they would be my IEM to fill the role of my Fidelios ....but, I like my ES3 for that and the ZS5s I am REALLY liking for hip hop.
Dp y'all have a favorite genre for the ZS5? For me, ZS5+Fiio A3 bass boost, then EQ the treble down a bit and I like them for hip hop the same way I like the Akai 50X.
I think I am going to do a little tape on the bass port to see if they can dig a little deeper without needing the bass boost and then maybe jam some foam into one or both of the BAs to roll off the treble without needing to be so aggressive with the EQ....
now we're having fun....
EDIT....to not thank @Slater was downright rude of me. I just realized, I have read your threads so much that without having to do any kind of search, I already had plenty of good ideas as to what would remedy the few quibbles I have with them so far...also props to @oyobass, in addition to the @Slater mods, I have the reversed foam tip funkiness to thank you for...and....
I WILL NOT SPEAK HIS NAME A THIRD TIME! nice try buddy, you aren't popping up in my house with your teeny tiny screwdrivers for fingers! I'll tear apart and fix my own headphones!
And as most suggested, I did cut off the plastic tab to get a nice fit..... But here's the thing, now there's a gap which bothers me
I wish I didn't buy them, cuz a week or so after buying these, the Zs5 compatible ones came out (go figures)
Now here's the question: Do I keep it as it is? Are there risks of the thing just breaking due to the gap and me losing my precious precious Zs5 v1 (which can't be replaced). Or am I all good? I am all ears if I can somehow patch things up
Foams do tame the sibilance and highs but they also slightly veil the rest of the sound.
ATM I still find that the zs5 v1 does everything a bit better.
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