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NEXONUS
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Nov 20, 2019
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The Best of the KZ Experience yet
Quick note: If you want to buy these (or any ChiFi product for that matter), check sites like AliExpress first. You might be able to find them at the same or even better prices without having to wait as long. That said, I'll start with the cons, which might put some people off. However, if you can live with them, you're left with a solid buy. First, the cable, which is where most people's gripes are with KZ IEMs. They have a very low separator, so the cable forms a large "V" shape from the front which is made worse by the fact that they don't come with a slider. A lot of people, myself included, use the included metal wire to form a makeshift slider, but it either ends up too loose or too tight. They are brownish bronze in color, which I prefer, but some people just loathes. (The connectors are quite unorthodox for most westerners, but you're looking for "QDC connector" if you want a replacement). Then, there's the ear tips which might be fine for some, but having owned 4 KZ IEMs, I was never a big fan of them. When they fit right, they create a decent seal, but for something heavier like this, you might want to use foam tips for added support. That adds to the cost and is never a good thing. Alright, with the nit-picking out of the way, what about the ZSX themselves? Build-wise, they are very well built. Mind you, they are on the bigger side compared to most IEMs, but that's because they have to shove so many drivers in their. (These are definitely the chunkiest KZ IEM to date.) The packaging is much better compared to other KZ IEMs, coming in a black box with a lid. However, it still comes with the same shitty cable as every other KZ IEM, which is quite a misstep. The sound is a mild "V" with great treble. However, the bass is a little of a mixed bag among people, but I think they are fine. If you want more of that bass, the KZ ZS10 Pro might be better for you, but heck, where else can you buy a 6 drivers-per-ear IEM for this price. Just a disclaimer, having more drivers doesn't necessarily equate to better sound. Tuning is make or break for hybrids. If you are fine with the cable and tips, they are definitely worth it. Although, I can't say having to buy separate cables and tips is a plus.
pkiula
2
Nov 20, 2019
NEXONUSOther than the reviewer who uses this for karaoke (seriously?!), these are a dud. Bass is not only weak, it’s woefully amiss. The sound is...puny. Despite its clunky size. It’s pointless to have six drivers and such if the audio output is so devoid of character. Thanks for your detailed review.
PZev
72
Nov 27, 2019
pkiulaOut of curiosity, what kind of device(s) are you using with them?
pkiula
2
Nov 27, 2019
PZevTidal on iPhone X. Same as the device I use with Onkyo, Final Audio, etc, which sound stellar.
pkiula
2
Dec 2, 2019
NEXONUSNumber of drivers make very little difference. It’s what the drivers do. Onkyo E700M has solid bass but incredible clarity with one driver. For example. Which tips did you use for foam?
NEXONUS
269
Dec 2, 2019
pkiulaI'm using newbee foam tips, and yes, number of drivers should always be taken with a grain of salt.
pkiula
2
Dec 13, 2019
NEXONUSHmm, those buds are fairly ordinary. Anyway, I suppose we respond to very different sound signature. Thanks for sharing the info!
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