Yeah, I've seen alot of people complain about the original ZS10. I've never listened to a pair of them to compare to the new ZS10 Pro, but I'm really happy with the Pros. I guess they made some significant improvements from the original.
I had the ZS10 and found it to have a strong but not particularly detailed bass, recessed mids which rose to the border with the treble, where there were some artefacts (probably related to the crossover). Treble was bright with some harsh peaks. Fit was difficult, bulbous body and short nozzles. Gave it away.
Thanks for taking one for the team to buy and test it!
A few questions:
1) How far is the effective distance for the BT?
2) How would u compare the sound quality to other budget IEMs/KZs?
3) How's the fitting and comfort?
I had the ZS10 and found it to have a strong but not particularly detailed bass, recessed mids which rose to the border with the treble, where there were some artefacts (probably related to the crossover). Treble was bright with some harsh peaks. Fit was difficult, bulbous body and short nozzles. Gave it away.
Haven't A10, but AS12 and 16 are about technical ability, Also someone had to tuned their sound for a time ... compact stage, separation, placement ... With these some easily become a treblehead, they are bright. Both need a good cable and some time to get use to that sound.
The AS12 has lifted frequencies on both ends and less harshy mids. so It could be that AS16 is better for rock /metal .. music, and the AS12 for genres like Pop/EDM...
The AS10 is the most balanced of the three, while not so technically capable. Especially the bass section.
The AS12 and AS16 are both more resolving from bass to highs. They can be compared with $200 and $300 iems or big headphones. They are almost a real top klasse, with only small flaws.
AS16 is mid-to-lowtreble centric for my ears. AS12 focuses to a higher treble part, which is very detailed and not too forward (it reminds me a TSMR 3 Pro). Also bass is very clear and more audible. Mids are a little warmer and less harshy.
Fantastic, thanks for the report. Is 50% a sufficient everyday listening level? If they can make 4 hours, that's great -- I can get to lunchtime and drop them in for a recharge.
Ah... I did not even think about that. I am not sure if I notice a difference in sound with cables but then I don't really listen for that. I just change them for looks or for comfort. I can't remember now which stock cable came with the ZS10... the older or the newer style.
You are making me want to get them out and use them today but my Semkarch CNT1 has just arrived.... sometimes I hate having so much stuff. It can be overwhelming for me.
The original ZS10 shell is super huge I gotta say.
Most of my friends who own it complained about the fit just like you. I think I'm the only one who found it usable with spinfits.
Thanks for taking one for the team to buy and test it!
A few questions:
1) How far is the effective distance for the BT?
2) How would u compare the sound quality to other budget IEMs/KZs?
3) How's the fitting and comfort?
I just tested the distance, in a room with about 15m (straight line) it worked flawlessly, left the room, closed the door and walked about 5m more before it disconnected, so pretty good.
I didnt made AB tests yet but they arent far away from the KZ hybrid bottom line, You can expect something similar to a ZST (read: the very lower end of hybrid KZ) with a little less bass extension (expected as we are comparing a 6mm with a 10mm dynamic) and a slightly flatter signature (still clearly a "V" shape though).
But take it to a grain of salt as I didnt compared it side by side yet.
Fitting is really good, not as comfy as a ZST/ZSN but pretty close, it stayed all day in my ear (while working, sitted) didnt tried to run with it yet.
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