not sure about that since I don't have the DQ6. shell size is not that big to me. about the same as ZEX actually, but shape is more like KZ Z1. Smaller and more comfortable than the CA16 Pro. Haven't had enough time to say for sure. Got busy with other stuff and had to stop listening.
It is funny how KZ can do 180 degree on their product. The AZ09 was pretty terrible at least in my own experience. Then came AZ09 pro and it completely better in every aspects from the original AZ09. Compared to my TRN BT30, the AZ09 pro has probably the closest performance to wired connection. The BT30 while sufficient for most IEMs, make the sound a bit flat especially the bass. With the AZ09 pro, it has plenty of power and you can even turn on "full power mode" for an even more louder volume. At the same volume level as BT30, the AZ09 pro produces just slightly less bass than wired connection. I highly recommend the AZ09 pro for anyone who wants to try wireless connection for their IEM.
Modded AZ09 pro paired with TinHifi T3 plus.
Well TBH driver count, driver brand and driver types are not as important as good tuning and implementation.
And actually I wouldn't consider the ZEX Pro to be a true tribid as the EST inside is actually an electret rather than a true electrostatic driver. The electrets are already pre-charged, but they theoretically can lose their charge over time and may be rendered inoperable once the charges are depleted; compared to a true electrostatic set (eg something like the Shure KSE1500 or STAX SR series), which have their own energizer amp or high voltage amplifier to drive them.
Sorry for being cynical, but there is probably an element of marketing gimmick involved. Like last year was the year of the beryllium hypetrain, I've heard some well implemented beryllium drivers, but some others sound worse than conventional drivers! These few months seems to have a hype for "electrostatic" drivers, most of which are magnetostatics or electrets at the budget segment.
If those wannabe ESTs actually improve treble at least. I just hope it to sound as good as the similar tuning IEMs (which rn are 4 times or more the price)
The best thing now imo is KZ looking for consumer feedback and consumer based products while also doing tuning variety. So much potential
The electrets are already pre-charged, but they theoretically can lose their charge over time and may be rendered inoperable once the charges are depleted;
Your post stopping me to buy zex pro and I just sold my zsx and want a new IEM. how much longer this IEM or it's driver will last if you only use it once a week or so?
Your post stopping me to buy zex pro and I just sold my zsx and want a new IEM. how much longer this IEM or it's driver will last if you only use it once a week or so?
I think they aren't even electrets, since they are using magnets. For what it's worth, the Sonion "electrostatic" drivers use a pre-charged gold sheet.
Well TBH driver count, driver brand and driver types are not as important as good tuning and implementation.
And actually I wouldn't consider the ZEX Pro to be a true tribid as the EST inside is actually an electret rather than a true electrostatic driver. The electrets are already pre-charged, but they theoretically can lose their charge over time and may be rendered inoperable once the charges are depleted; compared to a true electrostatic set (eg something like the Shure KSE1500 or STAX SR series), which have their own energizer amp or high voltage amplifier to drive them.
Sorry for being cynical, but there is probably an element of marketing gimmick involved. Like last year was the year of the beryllium hypetrain, I've heard some well implemented beryllium drivers, but some others sound worse than conventional drivers! These few months seems to have a hype for "electrostatic" drivers, most of which are magnetostatics or electrets at the budget segment.
Actually, never mind the fact that there isn’t a true electrostatic driver (the kind that requires an energizer) in the KZ, it probably isn’t even an electret. At best it is some kind of magnetostat driver but really who’s to say there isn’t some kind of dynamic driver hanging out in there
My ZEX Pro should arrive on Monday; the question is does it actually sound any better or worth listening to than my Pioneer CH3 we’ll see
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we’ll see
really looking forward to seeing these show up now.
