[RikudouGoku]

They did update the ZSN.

And the ZST was their very first hybrid, so it’s kinda special to KZ. That’s why they made the special editions faceplates.

You mean the ZSN Pro?

 

[Slater]

You mean the ZSN Pro?

Yup

KZ kind of does this “tick tock” upgrade method (like Intel). Where they update one model, then a different model, then a different model. They don’t upgrade the same model in a row.

It’s been a while since the ZST was upgraded.

 

[caprimulgus]

I think they especially jump started hybrid IEMs, both in the budget realm, and as a whole.

UE Super.Fi 5EB came out in like 2006!

 

[Viber]

Yup

KZ kind of does this “tick tock” upgrade method (like Intel). Where they update one model, then a different model, then a different model. They don’t upgrade the same model in a row.

It’s been a while since the ZST was upgraded.

Using KZ and Intel in the same sentence feels wrong

 

[khighly]

Using KZ and Intel in the same sentence feels wrong

my intel IEM's have 8 drivers and 16 total threads, in each ear

 

[Viber]

my intel IEM's have 8 drivers and 16 total threads, in each ear

Yea, but can they run Crisis?

 

[assassin10000]

Anyone using one of these adapters on their KZ or CCA IEM's able to tell me which pin is positive and which is negative? Just a quick continuity check with a multimeter.



Is the top or bottom pin positive, when oriented like it is installed on the IEM? (ie: on the left connector in the picture, is the left (top) pin the positive?)

 

[Sebasistan]

How does the CA16 compare to the AS16?
And how does the ZSX compare to those? I like the AS16 mostly, but they can be a bit... Lacking oomph. Thought I might add a hybrid to my collection.

 

[PhonoPhi]

How does the CA16 compare to the AS16?
And how does the ZSX compare to those? I like the AS16 mostly, but they can be a bit... Lacking oomph. Thought I might add a hybrid to my collection.

I like AS16 as well, for their treble and overall.

In terms, of "oomph" out of what you've mentioned, ZSX would have the most, somewhat V-shaped, mids are recessed for some.

CA16 are more mid-centric, the dynamic bass is there, I love how the DD is integrated with the rest (the main problem of hybrids to me), the treble is there but with politeness.

All three mentioned are quite complementary to each other, so which one to choose to go with AS16 would depend on your preference with bass and mids.

 

[Podster]

Not sure if anyone out here has both and compared them but I'm wondering how the new ZSTX stacks up against that new brand CVJ, the CSA model specifically? Thought I'd ask this time as my old method would have just order both for less than $40 and try them, easily gifted away at those prices

 

[purplesun]

Not sure if anyone out here has both and compared them but I'm wondering how the new ZSTX stacks up against that new brand CVJ, the CSA model specifically? Thought I'd ask this time as my old method would have just order both for less than $40 and try them, easily gifted away at those prices

Very nearly executed your old method (also my old method) but ordered just the ZSTX last week. I figured with both ZSTX & CSA being very similar in design (and cheap) - someone's bound to go ahead with our old methods pretty soon

 

[KevC]

Wow, this thread is huge. 4+ years ago I ordered a couple pairs of KZ ATE-S; and they're still working fine - except both pairs have developed an annoying rattle.

I understand KZ have improved quite a bit; so I'm thinking about an affordable pair to replace them. I think the ZSN/ZSN Pro are in the budget (<$20)? is this a good upgrade from the ATE-S? Anything else I should consider?

Thanks,

 

[assassin10000]

Wow, this thread is huge. 4+ years ago I ordered a couple pairs of KZ ATE-S; and they're still working fine - except both pairs have developed an annoying rattle.

I understand KZ have improved quite a bit; so I'm thinking about an affordable pair to replace them. I think the ZSN/ZSN Pro are in the budget (<$20)? is this a good upgrade from the ATE-S? Anything else I should consider?

Thanks,

I'd probably go for the ZSN Pro between those two.

If you can spare $5-10 more the ZS10 Pro ($25-30) or another $10-15 the zs7 ($30-35).


I'd research those, as I haven't owned or heard them yet myself.

 

[NeonHD]

Hey guys, is it technically possible to do an MMCX mod on the KZ ED9? I mean the casing is metal so if the MMCX plug doesn't fit then I'd have to drill it wider.

BTW I was reading some of the posts on this thread and wanted to reply to one but then I realized that it was from 2014

 

[assassin10000]

Hey guys, is it technically possible to do an MMCX mod on the KZ ED9? I mean the casing is metal so if the MMCX plug doesn't fit then I'd have to drill it wider.

BTW I was reading some of the posts on this thread and wanted to reply to one but then I realized that it was from 2014

Hahaha. Happens.


It may be possible.

Got a fine (mm) metric ruler or caliper to measure the housing and the diameter of the strain relief?