KZ AS16 Pro Review
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- Опубліковано 8 сер 2024
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0:00 Intro
1:12 Design
2:08 Impedance adapter
3:35 Sound
8:58 Closing thoughts
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so will i have to use that black piece to put into my go xlr mini or no will anything work in the xlr mini
Got these for $33 after tax. Well worth it upgrading from the AS16!
I have a question about these and other models from KZ in general; if I was to use them with a music player from say Astel & Kern who make some high-end stuff, would I get the full potential out of KZ’s products? I own a pair of ZS-10 Pros and I plan on buying one of Astel & Kern’s Entry-Level players.
There's also KZ AST with a new BA version, was review as a warm iem's, if you have available time can you compare AST with AS please? So I can have reference guide to try iem with BA, thanks.
Nice review, nice IEM. I just use a 10cm extension cable that adds a bit more resistance. The stock cable and tips are not that good, just OK.
This is a very goof review and analysis. Are these more suitable for classical music listening? are they good for jazz?
Yes, the airiness works well for classical and they have ample body and bass for jazz.
@@PrimeAudioReviews Sorry about the previous misspelled word -(goof) *good. anyway I am comparing these to the KZ ZAS. I'm just looking for a sub $100 IEM that has dynamic sound, a decent stage and imaging and can handle the complexities and nuances of large scale orchestral works and make them come alive ( Mahler, Respighi, etc.) Any other KZ or other suggestions. Thanks for your help!
I like the KZ ZS10 Pro X. You could also take a look at the Tin Hifi C3 or of course, Moondrop Aria SE.
I'm looking for a set of in ears to mostly hear my vocals through as well as guitar. Would you recommend these? I was also looking at the kz AS10. As well as the kz zs10 pro.
These are good for vocals and guitar but they're a bit light on sub-bass.
How many of the drivers aren't bunged up with glue?
It definitely looks quite a bit better than the AS16 imho.
Brilliant review! fellow aussie here, I'm looking for some budget (sub $200) in ear monitors, I'm a drummer so will need to handle a low of low end but i also play guitar from time to time and want something thats pretty well rounded. Was looking at the Shure SE215 but heard from a few people that the audio quality in these some of theses KZ models is superior? If there are any good in ears you would recommend for a live musician who wants the best sound quality in that bracket, I'd be happy to purchase through an affiliate link!
Hi, sorry for the late response. I think something like the KZ ZS10 Pro X would be great for you. The AS16 has attenuated bass which would make it not ideal for drummers but it's a good monitor for vocals and guitar.
TRN ST5 next?
Speaking of that "larger soundstage that everybody loves." What would you rec as the widest stage in the IEM world? Thank you.
Probably the LZ A7. There are others but my mind is drawing a blank right now.
@@PrimeAudioReviews how about lz a6? I have a6.
Finalaudio. e5000.
imma start a new comment sorry cant see anything in the others so its best to get hexa not moondrops aria snow or the one in this vid or anything an with the hexa is it 2 pin thing like moondrop aria snow so i can use this cable with a mic .
im looking to get an impedance adapter ive already orderd these which one would you recommend there is multiple options available online all with diferent specs
A 30 ohm adapter should do the trick.
@@PrimeAudioReviews thanks
It's worth paying more for this one over the 7Hz Zero?
I prefer the Zero but YMMV.
What is the point of a impedance adapter and where do you get one?
It makes the IEM sound as intended regardless of what source you use. You can find them cheap on Amazon, AliExpress, Shopee etc.
Do these have real drivers or just like the kz issue before which has fake drivers in them?
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kz zax or as16 pro? thanks
As16 Pro, though I prefer zs10 Pro X and zvx.
so what would be the best earbuds to buy thats not soo expensive but good an good bass an good to listen to music with lots of bass an good for gaming an to plug into my go xlr mini .
an im in australia so yeah.
Truthear HEXA.
@@PrimeAudioReviews thanks man an you think it be better then getting moon drops aria snow an then get this cable with a mic or get these
The Aria snow is good too but it's brighter and slightly less resolving. Arias are known to have some build quality issues too.
@@PrimeAudioReviews so overall its best to get the hexa or you know any others cause im going from turtle beach earbuds an i broke it then super glued it back cause it poped out the thing anyways max is 150 aud all up but would like it to be less
an as well i want to spend the money for a cable that has a mic
I just got some JBL pro, how much of an upgrade are this ones compared to them?
Lmao ones wired and one isn't so why even compare?
Is it better sound quality than the cca rhapsody & simgot EW200 , since it's a bit more expensive?
Rhapsody is better imo, in tonal balance, detail, and bass response.
@@PrimeAudioReviews oh, I thought the AS 16 pro offer deeper base than rhapsody. So it's the other way around. I'm looking for something that can work well with hiphop, R&B. So u reckon the rhapsody work better?
@thaophuongvu yes, definitely Rhapsody.
@@PrimeAudioReviews thankyou, will get that
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How many ohm for that adapter?
I don't remember now but you just need like16 or 32 is enough.
Is the bass anything like iem planar bass?
Not really. Planars have authority more akin to a dynamic driver. BA is more about bass tones - well, specifically in the sub-bass. Mid-bass is more comparable but planar drivers have more texture.
@@PrimeAudioReviews right, then I better get a hybrid like the ZAT, I was thinking of this or As24, but now I am afraid they won't sound musical, just 'tones'.. Hmmm. I have planars and dd's, I wanted something really super technical
Goodday mate, whereye from?
I'm from Australia mate.
@@PrimeAudioReviewsIm from the Netherlands.. I really like Australia!
does it work on ps5?
Yes
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Too v shape for me
Really? A moo sound when you mention Adèle? I can't stand her music either, but what are you, five?
That was a slow motion "noooo" as I dropped the IEM. Lighten up guy.
im currently using my 7hz zero mainly on gaming so just want to ask is this one better than zero in term of musicality?
Just want to step up my budget a lil bit for music need
It depends on what kind of sound you like. I prefer the Salnotes Zero.
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