Knowledge Zenith (KZ) impressions thread
Dec 5, 2018 at 2:03 PM Post #39,061 of 63,917

KZ Historians, Which model of KZ's do I own here? Thanks.

PS: It even says Knowledge Zenith on the plug!

IE7's I believe. Do you also own a pair of Rings? They would have probably been harder for some to name:wink:

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Dec 5, 2018 at 4:06 PM Post #39,064 of 63,917
SBC, AAC, aptX.

BT10 has phenomenal sound quality even with AAC. It's best paired with the ZS10 in my opinion.

I've been spending a lot of time on the ZS10's and I feel they're underrated here and deserve more hype. They're fantastic more* neutral IEM's and have a giant spacious soundstage. The instrument separation alone is something I feel is new to me with KZ IEM's. I put them right up at the AS10's as a tie, though they are two totally different beasts. Both walk all over the ZSN, but the ZSN has the much better fit and physical design. ZSN is wonderful for its price nonetheless.

ZS10 also walks all over ATH-M50x.

I couldn't agree more on your comparison between AS10 & ZS10, both are excellent in their detail. Although, I have to lower the EQ abit on bass on my Fiio x1 (2nd gen) to my taste.
ZSN still awaiting delivery, I think the postal gnomes have got their hands on them for Xmas...
 
Dec 5, 2018 at 6:56 PM Post #39,065 of 63,917
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Dec 5, 2018 at 7:49 PM Post #39,068 of 63,917
What do you think of them Vidal?

Wow, I had no idea the IE7’s could even be found anymore! I’m almost positive the Micro Rings can’t be found. Many moons ago there was a guy on here, Avatar escapes me and I don’t think he post anymore but I remember he had IE7’s and Rings. Can’t wait to hear what Vidal thinks of them:beerchug:

You cracked me up @SybilLance , think you will enjoy those 6’s :thumbsup:
 
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Dec 5, 2018 at 7:53 PM Post #39,069 of 63,917
Can’t wait to hear what Vidal thinks of them:beerchug:

That post from Vidal saying he had ordered them is from Apr 27, 2017! He has not been here for several months...
 
Dec 5, 2018 at 7:56 PM Post #39,070 of 63,917
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And that takes me to my question again ...
Best Portable DAP/ Amp under 60 to 80 ?
Perhaps, KZ should enter the DAP market (I believe they are a large company in Shenzen, or a part of) given the success of their recent offerings and similar to Fiio entry into IEM market few years ago :) :)
 
Dec 5, 2018 at 8:02 PM Post #39,071 of 63,917
Well I guess you told me! Oops! My apologies to anyone I offended who enjoys EQ.....

I just ordered Hidiz AP60 PRO for $89 on Amazon (its more than you want to spend I know but I’ll let you know if it sounds good)
 
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Dec 5, 2018 at 8:38 PM Post #39,072 of 63,917
since the benjie s5 there are no real developements from benjie...
therefore i decide to go back to the s5 and so i choose the s8
by the way:
50USD is a good bargain for this player?
https://www.ebay.de/itm/HIFIMAN-Meg...usic-Player-MP3/253583205344?var=552793201357
i purchased around 15 benjies s5 time ago; gifted to relatives and friends.
now, you have dual rockbox for benjie t6/AGPTek Rocker (even bigger battery, hiby os..).
this converts benjie t6 into the best value dap under $50, for me. forget UI deficiencies of most daps in this class, and get parametric EQ.
low output impedance, enough power for most iems, metal case, and very small. this can be a true successor of rockboxable sansas
 
Dec 5, 2018 at 9:17 PM Post #39,073 of 63,917
now, you have dual rockbox for benjie t6/AGPTek Rocker (even bigger battery, hiby os..).
this converts benjie t6 into the best value dap under $50, for me. forget UI deficiencies of most daps in this class, and get parametric EQ.
low output impedance, enough power for most iems, metal case, and very small.
It looks like Canada is still being hit with high shipping costs from Aliexpress because of our postal strike. The Benjie T6 is $150 US shipped. I could buy a Shanling M1 for that. :wink:

Do you know if the T6 has better sound quality then the S5?
 
Dec 5, 2018 at 9:54 PM Post #39,075 of 63,917
It looks like Canada is still being hit with high shipping costs from Aliexpress because of our postal strike. The Benjie T6 is $150 US shipped. I could buy a Shanling M1 for that. :wink:

Do you know if the T6 has better sound quality then the S5?
found it (agptek rocker) at amazon spain for similar price than aliexpress.
i haven't got the chance to make a/b between t6 and s5 yet (lack of time), but expect same or probably even better sound quality than s5.
 

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