[originalsnuffy]

Hi guys, new user here!

I've been looking around for a new pair of iems and I eventually came across RikudouGoku's reviews and tier list. I've been looking at three different pairs -- Thieaudio Legacy 5, LZ A6, and the LZ A7. Since aliexpress has a minor sale where I can use select coupons, I'm looking to buy in the next 4 days. I listen to a lot of indie rock and electronic music, preferring rich bass. Any suggestions?

Personally I would wait to see how the A7 reviews come out. I have the Legacy 3 and its pretty good for the price so I would not count out the Legacy 5. However, LZ makes a fine product and as noted it will be configurable to your tastes at some level. Keep in mind that even with tuning, IEMs do have a general sound profile that remains fairly consistent. I used to have the FLC8S which are very tunable but there is a core sound that stays with the tunings. I ended up going with the 8D which is actually less tunable. My point is the A7 will remain an A7 even with some tuning options.

 

[plusplus]

I also forgot to say I think the A7 looks kind of ugly.

 

[1TrickPony]

I also forgot to say I think the A7 looks kind of ugly.

Well, LZ iems can look pretty particular if you look at their previous models.

At least it beats a certain tramp stamp tattoo that you'll see on another more expensive set. (Not gonna mention it here )

 

[jackfrostyX]

The A6 has moisture issues, so it is automatically disqualified unfortunately.

Still working on my A7 review (gonna take a while) and I dont have the L5 so cant comment on that. But since the A7 does have 10 different sound configs, it is more likely to suit you.

If A7’s filter is used on the A6 it shouldnt have moisture issues right? I wonder if LZ would sell the filters on its own anytime soon.

 

[RikudouGoku]

If A7’s filter is used on the A6 it shouldnt have moisture issues right? I wonder if LZ would sell the filters on its own anytime soon.

True, that should prevent the moisture issues on the A6. But the filters on the A7 are tuned for the A7, so not sure how they would sound like on the A6.

 

[Sam L]

I also forgot to say I think the A7 looks kind of ugly.

lol
I'll take ugly as long as it fits decently well and sounds good!

 

[Sam L]

anyone graph the A7 yet?

 

[felix3650]

lol
I'll take ugly as long as it fits decently well and sounds good!

I'm with you. As long as sound, fit and quality control checkboxes are ticked, looks are the icing on the cake. The A7 looks like it fits the bill

 

[zenki]

I'll take A6 over A7 if the $ is right

 

[EQbumb]

Since the A5 filters work on the A6 (and their Semkarch CNT1 too) and vice-versa, I would assume they do.

Can the filters be bought separately?

 

[duyu]

Can the filters be bought separately?

LZ said probably, but he has a limited stock on the filters. Will be selling at around USD60.

 

[jackfrostyX]

True, that should prevent the moisture issues on the A6. But the filters on the A7 are tuned for the A7, so not sure how they would sound like on the A6.

If it’s not too much to ask then could you try it out whenever you have the time (how well the A7’s filter works on the A6 that is)?

 

[RikudouGoku]

If it’s not too much to ask then could you try it out whenever you have the time?

Maybe, my ears are busy with the A7 and I also have a lot of earbuds I havent even tried lol.

 

[RikudouGoku]

If I were to give the A7 a nickname, it would be "The ugly chameleon with a godly voice".

But I really want them to change the faceplate texts. I would remove the "1" and "ON" text because they are redundant when you already got the "Monitor"/"Pop" text. Increase the font sizes of the "Pop"/"Monitor" text so it is easier to read. (They dont look that small on the pictures, but they are pretty small IRL.)
And remove the white border near the "LZ Hifi Audio" text, it makes it look like those pavement chalks that kids use. The font style for the "LZ Hifi Audio" isnt to my liking either but fine if it is left as it is, although I prefer the font used on the LZ A6 more.

 

[1TrickPony]

If I were to give the A7 a nickname, it would be "The ugly chameleon with a godly voice".

But I really want them to change the faceplate texts. I would remove the "1" and "ON" text because they are redundant when you already got the "Monitor"/"Pop" text. Increase the font sizes of the "Pop"/"Monitor" text so it is easier to read. (They dont look that small on the pictures, but they are pretty small IRL.)
And remove the white border near the "LZ Hifi Audio" text, it makes it look like those pavement chalks that kids use. The font style for the "LZ Hifi Audio" isnt to my liking either but fine if it is left as it is, although I prefer the font used on the LZ A6 more.

Nice to see you here man! When I get reviewers like you or @peter123 on the same thread, I know I'm in for a truly exciting ride! Keep the impressions coming!