Sennheiser IE300 and KZ ZS10Pro - A Tale of 2 IEM's
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Listening to this on my KZ 10 pros, about a year old. And they still rock! $50 bucks, I'm all in.
same, i got mine at from a return merchandise auction for 19 bucks. they were super bright till they got burned it but now i love them long time.
SAME HERE ROCKING WITH MY KZ ZS10 PRO FOR 5 YEARS 🫶
I have the KZ10 Pro X and they sound great. That version improved a lot the treble.
Good bass, very good sound-stage for IEM, very detailed but no fatiguing.
Great value for the price.
If anyone is curious, I picked these up recently (may 2022) from Amazon and received a different cable than the one you show in this video. The cable I received doesn't tangle at all from my limited experience with them so far.
I watched your/listen to your headphone review. Great job
I’ve been waiting for this one!!!!!!!
@@phantasm1004 Hey Dr Turntable! All is well here, I hope the same for you!
@@phantasm1004 glad to hear it! Thank you; me too! If too much time goes by, I’m going to get a UTurn Orbit to tide me over.
Thanks Randy for the great review. Something for everyone, good budget item for guys like myself and a good one from a higher tier for someone who uses IEM's all the time.
Hey Tony! I can wholeheartedly recommend the KZ ZS10 Pro’s. I have had them for a few months, and they are fantastic.
@@brochg Thanks Brock, I have never had IEM's till I got some KZ ZSN pro's a few months ago. These might be a good upgrade for me.
@@odwatchguy Linsoul Tripowin Zonie 16 Core Silver Plated Cable SPC Earphone Cable for BL03 TRN V90 V80 AS10 ZS10 ZS6 ES4 ZST ZSR iems (2pin 0.78-3.5mm, Grey) www.amazon.com/dp/B07ZQCJ7QC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_0ZZA0V59TECFWBVMD264.
@@odwatchguy Those are the cables I got for mine as an upgrade to the stock set. They are very nice, and don’t tangle like the stock set do.
Best show out there!
Loved your review. I would recommend Mifo 05 Plus Gen 2 vs Sennys IE300. I was surprised using them over the Sony NW A55.
i love my ie300's
What are those foam tips on your kz zs10 Pro???
KZ ZS10Pro can go for 30 bucks on ali express at times. Seen them once for 25. Love them so much.
with sending expenses i paid 31euros but also they send 3 pairs of foam tips as bonus. its alli express
Randy, will you be reviewing the newer model KZ ZEX in ear monitor ?
Some are saying it’s a very good option
in the $20 range.
R, I love the 10 pro. I bought a nice KBear balanced cable and Comply tips for them. Plastic or not they are kind of prefect. Best D. p.s. pulled the screen.
Oh man I've been looking for a good sounding pair of IEMs. Been through a ton of them but haven't found any that I've been satisfied with so far. The ie300s seem nice, just not the sound profile I'm interested in. I'm trying some moon drops next, starfield and blessing 2 dusk.
What type of sound do you like?
My KZ AS06's sound great and have turned out to be pretty tough. I've changed the tips only because I can't leave well-enough alone!
Got one of those, they're terrible haha
kz earbuds are great but ive had issues with the wires coming out of the headphones and i think in a practical sense bluetooth are much better the kz s2 i own are fantastic and the sound quality as good as wired earbuds.Only issue is microphone is terrible on most bluetooth earphones.
Ohh! The KZ's night be my next purchase
What ear tips are you using on the KZ?
I got a pair of KZ ZSN-Pro’s for free from Linsoul by using some points I collected. I am pretty shocked about how good they sound for a $20 IEM. I ended up buying them formy brother and nephew as Xmas gifts. If it wasn’t for the Koss KPH-30i, it might be the king of all budget audio deals.
Clarity and detail is amazing for the price, Just wish those upper mids were tuned a little lower.
You'll be able to spin it around once...and then never again. Had me in stitches 😂😂😂
I daily drive my kz zs10 pros and use them to work out.
(The mic was damaged due to sweat but I have replaced them since)
What's on the back?
I have been using KZ ZAX for more than a year. They are fantastic for the price. But I can pay more for better separation and comfort. Wider soundstage would be awesome. I was wondering is there any cheaper alternative to IE300?
Would love to check out alternative to ie 300
Nice review, thank you. Try the Etymotic IEMs - they are accurate and musical.
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Are etymotic iems cheap as kz?
You need to hear the etymotic, which are amazing
I got both iems - the kz are wonderful but a bit dead compared to the sennheiser, the sennis are lacking in the vocal department (volume wise) but otherwise wonderful.
Check out some CCA iems. I believe it's a sub brand of kz but with a more natural sound. I own a pair of the CCA c10s and love them with memory foam tips. Very natural and full bodied sound. Less v shape tuning. Enjoy!
I'll check it out
Yeah! I bought half a dozen KZ IEMS and they sharp shrill treble was a deal breaker to me, but they improved a lot since. The last pair I bought was the KZ ES4 which sounds just like the Koss Porta Pro but in IEM form. Unfortunately, the ES4 (and other KZ models) are so huge, so annoying to put on and won't stop falling out.
Rai meze solo or This ones?
Hey Randy, that's a cool evil panda style watch. Is that a Breitling?
What kinda amp you use
Im actually shocked how good these sound. I just tried the starfield, honey dew, and these. I love these. But I have the aira coming to try.
Yeah and IE 300 are around $199 from a lot of online retailers now. I trust the build quality on something like Sennheiser over these smaller brands for heavy duty daily use.
Hey man. i have bought the KZ ZS 10 Pro and want to use them on my PC but i always get a static background noise or white noise that i hear. Do u have any idea what i need to buy or to do to get a clean sound ._. hope u can help me
Probably an external DAC. Add a USB audio isolator if that doesn't do it.
Didn’t Sennheiser sell its headphones devision?
Got the KZ ZS10 Pro ..it’s phenomenal…
Awaiting the Moondrop Aria …
so how do they compare?
@@Boemtie Hi from 5 months later , happy new year to you!🥳
The Aria is more laid back in tonality..but the KZ was more excited..and a tad brighter.
I gave the KZ to a friend..he never had IEM’s before…loves them for their clarity and BASS
I don’t miss them.🙃
Current IEM’s stable has Blon 3, 5s , Tin3+, Aria, KATO and OH10’s..more goodies in ‘22.
@@carminedesanto6746 ooo how are the Katos? M planning to get em later
@@crouchingcape6930 they’re very good …they have the typical Moondrop tuning ..though the bass isn’t super prominent ( unlike the Aria) though I think that Crin’s midnight’s are a more warmer and better in the bottom end.
But for under $200 US which is around my limit they’re a must for building up an IEM’s stable.
As always , make sure you deal with a company ( Amazon ) with a good return policy …
BTW, I use the “brass tips “ ..slightly warmer overall …just slightly.
☕️🥓
The glare version of ZS10pro (glare gold/blue) is a million times better than the regular counterparts. Looks cooler, is an actual brushed aluminum, not reflective and don't catch fingerprints. The regular ones (that's on this vid) is honestly uglier and looked cheaper than the ZSN Pro (20$) The only downside of the glare variants is they have a bit of a sharp edge, didn't bother me personally but depending on the shape of your ears it can be really uncomfortable
So, heads up for those looking to get these
These are really F#%*IN’ GOOD!
My setup for these are:
IEM: BLON BL-03.
Custom Cable: Acid Purple Hart Audio PC-3: Dual Angled 2-pin (QDC) Balanced IEM Cable w/ a female 4-pin mini XLR and a male 4-pin mini XLR to a 90 degree 3.5mm TRS interconnect line.
Custom Ear Tip: Midnight Purple Eartune Fidelity Custom IEM Ear Tip
Altogether for me is the ultimate band for your buck in an IEM!
Awesome review sir. Listening to you with my 1st gen kz zs10pro hooked to bt module kz A09.
mine is more that 2 years old, have had many cable switch to these and it still sounding stellar with no signs of physical damage after surviving many clumsy falls. So yeah, for the price, this sound amazing and build like a tank.
And if you have 300$ to spend, there are iems that can compete with the senheizers. Worth trying are moondrop iems, and many other chifi iems. Check out bad guy good audio reviews to have a glimps of the iem world, especially chifi, and how they've progressed.
I can’t believe you watched this one. Check out the video I just posted on the Moondrop Katos. Went up yesterday.
@@cheapaudioman you were on my suggested video,and i'm glad i checked you out..i checked out your latest video, the moondrop kato, that was a good take! Can you also check out KZ ZAS? It's a 16 driver hybrid iem worth around 50$, i wonder what are your thoughts about this cheap iem..it's got better design and better cable than the zs10pro.
@@bluedose15k27 I’ve got the Ix zs10 or something. I haven’t been a huge fan of multiple driver iems. They never seem to blend well. But I will check them out for sure. I’m doing more headphone reviews etc
Randy!!!! Got any "Antique" horror comics in your stack? Tales from the crypt, vault of horror, strange tales, etc...?
Ha. I’ve got a whole stack of old ones. I don’t know if I have any horror comics. I’ll have to look through them.
Love Metallica, nice mug and cap. Respect!
Skip to 9 mins thank me later
KZ DQX is supposedly purdy darn good.
I have ZS10 pro and just received the IE300 and let me tell you that the IE300 isn't worth it. I was looking for a upgrade and the Sennheiser performs worse and its 250 bucks over the price of the kz. Incredible.
Don’t agree. Usually agree with Randy on almost everything. Big swing and a miss on this one though, IMO! 😃 It almost seemed he predetermined to sacrifice the Senns on the fifty dollar idol. Senns offer SUCH better depth and clarity, soundstage. Own KZs, love them. Listened extensively to Senns. Aftermarket Linsoul cable for KZs, Fiio portable dac/amp and other larger dac/amps. KZs make the most of everything . Senns SHINE the more you throw at them. IMO!!
I think Zs review is much more in line with my experience. 🤷🏻♂️
I returned the 300s because of the cable and no aftermarket cable to replace it. Buds are great...cable sucks
they are 200 atm i snagged a pair
The ie300 have a fantastic stage and you can wear them for hours, a balanced cable makes them even better.
What cable did you use?
@@joephillips1793 I bought one from null audio nice cable but pricey. Aliexpress has some listed since then.
He’s stoned, but informative.
any iem sounds like a thousand dollars when stoned :)
You changed!! Try final audio A 400 they are amazing! $120 and better than Senheisier! And I love Senheisier. Try the final and you will love them!They recommend you to burn in for 150 hours b4 you judge them. I'll eat my dinner if you do not love them!!
Great info. Maybe next time have a carafe of coffee before you start filming though.
lol, im eqing them and adding bass
Didn’t Zeos review the 300 today?
I bought the ie300s on Amazon and they turned out to be fake so be careful of that, I had to return them...
I paid $8.00 for a pair of Panasonic earbuds from Amazon 2 yrs ago and they sound fine and are still working.
In 2021 you can go full wireless for the same money! The $10 Xiaomi Airdots sound good enough to me and are very comfy. I can't believe that people spend $300 on wireless earbuds. It's not like the bus, street or subway are ideal listening environments.
I think both of you should really try something of higher quality, I guarantee that your opinion will change.
You got ripped off. The KZ ZS10 Pro are only $35 here in Asia. They are great, you are right.
They sound demonstratively different from one another. I have both
@@cheapaudioman I was talking about the KZ. I only buy Chi-fi now. Another great one under $40 that can keep up with the KZ is the TRN BA5.🔥
Transportation costs. Sometimes in that price vat is included. Anyway, a good deal.
Silent transition for a change...
I must’ve got a subpar pair of KZ’s out of the China factory due poor working conditions/QC from covid zero lockdowns??
Very disappointed because I bought these based on all the rave reviews, certainly hasn’t been my experience. I will try to return them.
They are VERY bright on the high end and the low end is not punchy or full at all, overall thin sound. If I turn up the volume to hear more bass the highs are way to loud and harsh, not pleasant to listen to at all. If I lower volume so that high end is more acceptable then the low end is almost gone.
I tried them straight from the source, no cloud streaming, with original cord as well as 2.5mm balance cord, with and without BT DAC and in all combinations I don’t enjoy these, way, way too bright!
I’m looking for a full, emersive sound that has good definition across high and low end with a nice punchy bass and good clarity on the high end. These have plenty definition on the high end but not at all balanced with the mid and low end.
Compared these against the original apple ear buds with cable. Also compared with my over the ear Yamaha HPH-MT5 headphones. Both the apple and Yamaha have a more full, balanced sound with a lot more low end and more enjoyable overall to listen to my music.
Source: iPod, iPhone, and EarStudio DAC
Cable: 3.5mm and 2.5mm balanced.
Music: Empire of the Sun, Gypsy Kings
4BA 1DD in kz, 1DD in the IE
So IE300 Has more Powerful BASS than KZ ZS10 PRO???
I think the KZ’s have a dip around 300 and these don’t. Personally I like a bit of a dip in that range. But yes they have more bass. I think Josh Valour did a video on them as well and I believe he mentioned the bass.
The tips will change the sound depth drastically on the kz.
My advice, clean your ears regularly then you won’t have to worry about the gunk ( yuk!) getting in to you earbuds 😂
IIEMs are just expensive ear buds. Waste of money. You can make all the claims you want, but for me personally I can't wear them. Sound like trash no matter the cost of the things. Used with a DAC and PC w/aftermarket sound card (last time I checked them out). Wasn't the quality of files being played, they just all sound the same, with some sounding less like trash than others.(referring to IEMS) If you want to spend your money on this snake oil go ahead, but you are better off spending 20 bucks on some ear buds than these IEM's. Now if you are going to use these to monitor your podcast, then yeah I can see that as a possibility, however as a pure audio listening device, their are better options.
If they all sound the same then maybe your ears aren't too good, so yeah it's a waste for you if you can't notice the difference
Long live China and KZ headphone!