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My first IEM which is the VK4 just arrived today and I'm using it rn like this is just straight out of the box! The VK4 is super fun for listening music and also great for gaming
@@nocx3561Base on my experience today, yes it's good for FPS specially on the bass of the vk4 and the footsteps are clearly heard like i cannot even say more on how clear it is but when it comes to imaging, only left & right are clear. Front and back however is just confusing on where are the enemies were and even more confusing on above & below. (btw the game I play is Fortnite)
So, I got the QKZ VK4 a while ago and I like it, but I'd like to have a cable with no mic. I had one from my KZ EDX, which fits in theory, but it doesn't quite fit inside the VK4 because the square cutout in the plastic case is a bit too small for the connector, eventhough the pins are the right size. Does anyone know of a cheap cable that does fit well inside the VK4?
I agree with the top 5 except for the MH755. I've always found the Phillips SHE 3555/3590 or the ATH CLR 100 to be better. Btw a similar list for earbuds is long overdue!!
This is how it's done! 👏👏 I like that in your comparison you clarify that your top 5 might not be exactly for everyone. Well the order of the top 5 at least! Because all the contenders here are amazing for the around 10 dollar range. But to each his own as they say! I have a question for you. ☺ I personally am old school and enjoy listing mostly to music from the 70s, 80s and oldies in general. For that type of casual listening, which 2 out of your top5 would you recommend the most. All the best to you, and thank you for this. 🙂👍👍✌✌
@@zpolt From your sound tests I found the Vk4 to be the most pleasing to listen to. Followed by the CST and Mt1 in no particular order, both are good. My only concern about the Vk4, is that common quality control issue I keep hearing about in the comments. But they are really great at this price point, and totally worth a shot I guess. Hopefully I won't get a faulty unit. 🙏 Thank you for the reply👍👍 🙂
@@mohammadzein504 ive been using VK4 for more than a year now. The cable lasted me 7months, then i replaced it and also bought a bluetooth module which i mostly use.
Is the VK4 have better breathtability on the ear compare to, say the Samsung AKG that comes with Samsung phones? i cant listen to closed IEMs for more than 15 minutes
hey , i haven’t purchased anything from ali express till now ! and am not too sure if i should buy things from there ! i mean . warranty and stuff. idk m jus confuse what should i ! it will be my first iems and my only options is edx or mt1 i can go for moondrop spaceship but the straight size pin is a no no , gaming and all i feel like itll get damaged so L size would be great ! i can go for vk4 just if i buy it from ali express but yeh…..
Go with the mt1, i play battlefield with these and has never been more immersed and impressed by the audio. It's also good for music with less peak than the edx. The vk4 is also good but suffers from bad quality control.
@@eshay000 you sure my g ? I mean , as i said it will be my first ever iem i feel like even edx will sound great to me ! I have one apple wired airpod . Ngl them are the best sounding earset I've ever used . So if mt1 sounds better okkkkk .I had a dual driver earphone , trebly decent bass and all and it stopped working ! I can go with like blon 01 , kbear ks1,ks2 ! Anythin under 30$
@@0tjj Because you're new to the hobby buy the mt1 first and see if you like their design and sound profile. If you're comfortable with it for a while then you can go for higher end models.
I have checked out maybe just 1 of their buds but maybe 2 years ago, older version. I didn't like the mids for me esp the vocal. But I havent checked out their newer models esp when they transitioned to the new koast brand so can't say for now. But lets see if I can get one in the studio.
What do you mean by controversial? I planned to buy their earphones but opted for an EDX instead (forgot the name but it's around the same price as the EDX).
Hey can you do a review on koast audio's "mithi 1.0" and how it will compare to iems around the same price range like qkz vk4. Don't mind my username :)
Aliexpress is more expensive in Australia compared to other countries. The vk4 is $15 usd if you buy it from Australia. I bought the edx for $12 aud, which is $9.25 in usd. And none of these prices are including shipping which is usually $5 usd to arrive in Australia!
@@zpolt The mic is okay for this kind of set & video format. Maybe use mics that pickup less noise and reverb for audio recording, music production, and indoor/outdoor spaces with not-so-ideal acoustics. Love the camera angle(s) and video quality. Whatever it is you're doing, keep doing it!
@@handlemonium cool. indeed, its hard to beat the mic ( procaster ) speaking to it directly, itll be more crispy, but I do want to have an option to not have a mic in front so I can move easier so tried to use a boom. but yeah i need to do some room treatment to get this to a crispy level.
i have same problem. i can wear KZ ATR a whole day(sadly they dont reach sound quality of VK4/EDX, which can really hurt after a while). TRN MT1 design looks exactly like VK4/EDX, but never tried. TRN ST1 are doable(andvery good sound) but feels uncomfortable for longer listen.
if bass is involved, Edx doesnt have the mass in the bass - imagine edx is jackie chan, and VK4 is Klitchko. Edx can do it fast and precise, and can be probably nr.1 performer in everything else, but bass is key factor for many people. But Edx has great response to equalisation, so you can make it from 80+Hz to more solid 60+Hz performer.
Vk4 manufacturing is pretty inconsistent. Mine died after 5 months of minimal use. Overall it's good for it's price, but it's a miss or hit kind of iem for me imo.
why some 12USD earphones like VK4 and CST are not in 20USD range list instead? basically same prices as ZSN pro x, which are listed higher. Yes you can get discount if you buy multiple, or maybe you can ignore shipping cost, but under normal terms, 1 piece and shiping included, that doesnt belong here.
Great video. MH755s looked interesting, but damn, looks like practically everything is fake. Really a shame... I still have my Monoprice 8320s from like 5 or 6 years ago. Excellent sound, but prone to tangling, and uncomfortable.
Excited for the $20 price range. Wanted to buy blon bl03 but the price is rising. I'm aiming for the zsn Pro X because I love the zsn Pro but the connector is starting to wear off
I have Trn Mt1 it's absolutely dogshit. Extremely congested soundstage with thin and sibilant highs, $4 Kz edr1 blows it out of the water. I haven't heard a better sounding IEM under $25 than Edr1, only CCA-C10 tops it in my inventory. I am surprised you haven't reviewed it yet.
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So Poppy overpowered KZ EDX 🤔
@@souropashibondhon7044 was a dilemma actually choosing between both for #5, tbh it can go either way thats why i still did an honorable mention.
Top 5 for gaming soon? Thanks
Hi new here.. just want to ask what's the difference between 8 core 16 core cable and also what does core means at all? sorry newbie here..
what's the best one here for FPS game in your opinion?
My first IEM which is the VK4 just arrived today and I'm using it rn like this is just straight out of the box! The VK4 is super fun for listening music and also great for gaming
is it good for FPS games especially for locating foot steps?
@@nocx3561Base on my experience today, yes it's good for FPS specially on the bass of the vk4 and the footsteps are clearly heard like i cannot even say more on how clear it is but when it comes to imaging, only left & right are clear. Front and back however is just confusing on where are the enemies were and even more confusing on above & below. (btw the game I play is Fortnite)
do you happen to have a Samsung AKG, how is the breathability of the VK4 on the ear comparing to the AKG?
@@Gaveez almost any iems does not have a front and back imaging, it is just created by illusion
Are you still using it? Hows it holding up
KZ AST just launched, looking forward to see your review😁
So, I got the QKZ VK4 a while ago and I like it, but I'd like to have a cable with no mic. I had one from my KZ EDX, which fits in theory, but it doesn't quite fit inside the VK4 because the square cutout in the plastic case is a bit too small for the connector, eventhough the pins are the right size.
Does anyone know of a cheap cable that does fit well inside the VK4?
Found a great channel! Please review the QKZ SK7 if you have the time.
Man you're so freakin underrated.
legit
I agree with the top 5 except for the MH755. I've always found the Phillips SHE 3555/3590 or the ATH CLR 100 to be better. Btw a similar list for earbuds is long overdue!!
Interesting, I should get more mainstream brands then in the channel.
Yep! I have the Panasonic ErgoFits and they sound pretty decent and are the most comfortable $9 earbuds I have :D
@@handlemonium Those are good too! As are the CX180
The ath and sennheiser have harsh treble. I prefer the smoother and more natural sound of the Sony than those two.
I just bought VK4, but the volume on my left ear is smaller than my right ear. Can I fix it by changing the cable?
This is how it's done! 👏👏
I like that in your comparison you clarify that your top 5 might not be exactly for everyone. Well the order of the top 5 at least! Because all the contenders here are amazing for the around 10 dollar range. But to each his own as they say!
I have a question for you. ☺
I personally am old school and enjoy listing mostly to music from the 70s, 80s and oldies in general. For that type of casual listening, which 2 out of your top5 would you recommend the most.
All the best to you, and thank you for this. 🙂👍👍✌✌
Might go with VK4, or TRN MT1 with your genres, with vk4 being my personal pick
@@zpolt From your sound tests I found the Vk4 to be the most pleasing to listen to. Followed by the CST and Mt1 in no particular order, both are good. My only concern about the Vk4, is that common quality control issue I keep hearing about in the comments. But they are really great at this price point, and totally worth a shot I guess.
Hopefully I won't get a faulty unit. 🙏
Thank you for the reply👍👍 🙂
@@mohammadzein504 ive been using VK4 for more than a year now. The cable lasted me 7months, then i replaced it and also bought a bluetooth module which i mostly use.
Which are best for instrumental music? Doesn’t need to be sub 10 necessarily. Thanks
is tfz t2g and tfz t2 same? if not which one is better sounding?
Is TRN MT1 Pro highly recommended for FPS gamers like me?. any other recommendations?
Hey! Im a vocal head and new to iem, which one do you recommend between MT1, EDX, VK4, and CS1?
following for this, though it seems to be either EDX or VK4
Owkeeey now we got a new list 🖤🤟💯
Which budget IEM would you recommend for metal/rock tunes?
How would you rank TRN ST1s here Zpolt?
can the trn st1 still stack up with these top 5s?
Try reviewing the CVJ CSA. They are saying it's an upgraded VK4. Nice content btw.
Most of these products can be purchased locally, why don't you ad the shoppe links as well for local consumers?
Will consider 👍
Is the VK4 have better breathtability on the ear compare to, say the Samsung AKG that comes with Samsung phones?
i cant listen to closed IEMs for more than 15 minutes
personally uncomfortable for me, nicehck db3 is better with breathability. There are other better smaller iems out there as well.
@@yobu1914 thanks for your advice!
Hello! Do you recommend to save a bit more money and buy the KZ ZSN PRO-X than buying the QKZ VK4? Thank you!
Zsn pro x for more lively and engaging tuning and vk4 for more natural sounding
@@devaraft I don't really know a lot about sound terms but what do you recommend for gaming?
@@linutkneth594 vk4 for gaming, and an all rounder too
@@zpolt Does that mean the QKZ VK4 is better than the KZ ZSN PRO-X even if I will use it in other stuff other than gaming?
VK4 if you like the sound profile, ZSN Pro/Pro X if you want soundstage.
Which replacement cable do you prefer for qkz vk4?
I also need to know.
@@jonnynice8366 i got Yinyoo 8 core & trn t4 in my list. But i dont know which is better. The other channel i ask said he prefer trn t4
Can the highs in CCA CST be rectify by tips rolling?
Which mic is good?
hey , i haven’t purchased anything from ali express till now ! and am not too sure if i should buy things from there ! i mean . warranty and stuff. idk m jus confuse what should i ! it will be my first iems and my only options is edx or mt1 i can go for moondrop spaceship but the straight size pin is a no no , gaming and all i feel like itll get damaged so L size would be great ! i can go for vk4 just if i buy it from ali express but yeh…..
Go with the mt1, i play battlefield with these and has never been more immersed and impressed by the audio. It's also good for music with less peak than the edx. The vk4 is also good but suffers from bad quality control.
@@eshay000 you sure my g ? I mean , as i said it will be my first ever iem i feel like even edx will sound great to me ! I have one apple wired airpod . Ngl them are the best sounding earset I've ever used . So if mt1 sounds better okkkkk .I had a dual driver earphone , trebly decent bass and all and it stopped working ! I can go with like blon 01 , kbear ks1,ks2 ! Anythin under 30$
@@0tjj Because you're new to the hobby buy the mt1 first and see if you like their design and sound profile. If you're comfortable with it for a while then you can go for higher end models.
Where is the kz edx? Its also good, isn't it?
How have the Kz Zsn pro x been performing ??
I'll receive within 5 days. I'll update for sure
@@dileepswaero5264 okay thanks man 😊👍
Which one is better? KZ ZS3 or kz edx?
Great work. Thanks for showing all the responses.
❤️blon 03 or blon mini dynamic?❤️
Can you only buy the cable for the qkz vk4?
Please review the new kz z1 pro. I want to buy it but I need to see a review of it.
Got VK4 and EDX but i like EDX more. Gonna get CST soon.
Which is better KZ edx or KZ zs3?
@@BreakAge haven't tried KZ zs3. You should search for reviews on that iem
which one has the best mic?
what sub 30 IEM should I buy for music listening?
Obviously blon-03, but get a separate cable and long earplugs. Supposedly spinfits are good.
Thanks
is it still worth to buy vk4 today?
unrelated question what camera do you use?
Mix, but mostly fuji cameras
can you do TFZs soundtest? im really interested with their design
What about Koast Audio/Effortless Flow? They have such controversial reputation in the local community it's almost intriguing..
I have checked out maybe just 1 of their buds but maybe 2 years ago, older version. I didn't like the mids for me esp the vocal. But I havent checked out their newer models esp when they transitioned to the new koast brand so can't say for now. But lets see if I can get one in the studio.
@@zpolt Thanks for the direct answer. I'm afraid I'll get a safe one due to how polarizing it is..
What do you mean by controversial? I planned to buy their earphones but opted for an EDX instead (forgot the name but it's around the same price as the EDX).
Hey can you do a review on the JBL T110? It's in the same price range and people say they are great.
it's not worth 10$. For 5$ or less it's alright.
excited sa setupwars
Hey can you do a review on koast audio's "mithi 1.0" and how it will compare to iems around the same price range like qkz vk4. Don't mind my username :)
Pls review the 1more dual driver anc BT
Can you review the Kbear OS1 pro?
Review Hillaudio Mirage pls
Hello zpolt! I'm a huge fan of yours ❤️ I hope there is also Top Sub $20 IEMs please thank you!
Will do soon, i have 2 iems to review first to make the final list 👍
The vk4s are $20 in Australia :(
Kz Edxs were just an honorable mention, I just bought them 2 days ago, then this list came out.
Kz edx are really good
In my opinion EDX are better then anything on the list and vk4 have the worst quality control / consistency of anything in audio, don’t be too sad
Thats expensive, enjoy your edx, as long as you like it thats all that matters 👍
Aliexpress is more expensive in Australia compared to other countries. The vk4 is $15 usd if you buy it from Australia. I bought the edx for $12 aud, which is $9.25 in usd. And none of these prices are including shipping which is usually $5 usd to arrive in Australia!
Can anyone please share Sony mh 755 verified seller on Ali express?
New camera? New mic? The footage looks cleaner and I'm hearing more reverb.
Trying out smth diff yes. How do you find it?
@@zpolt The mic is okay for this kind of set & video format. Maybe use mics that pickup less noise and reverb for audio recording, music production, and indoor/outdoor spaces with not-so-ideal acoustics.
Love the camera angle(s) and video quality. Whatever it is you're doing, keep doing it!
@@handlemonium cool. indeed, its hard to beat the mic ( procaster ) speaking to it directly, itll be more crispy, but I do want to have an option to not have a mic in front so I can move easier so tried to use a boom. but yeah i need to do some room treatment to get this to a crispy level.
my girlfriend has a small ear canal what is the best for her?
i have same problem. i can wear KZ ATR a whole day(sadly they dont reach sound quality of VK4/EDX, which can really hurt after a while). TRN MT1 design looks exactly like VK4/EDX, but never tried. TRN ST1 are doable(andvery good sound) but feels uncomfortable for longer listen.
@@kingie66 TRN MT1 is way better than EDX.
Hi, TWS KZ Z1 PRO review please 🙏
Please review also tingo tc200
Pls review the KZ az09 😀😄
So, kz edx not comes in top 5? 🤔
if bass is involved, Edx doesnt have the mass in the bass - imagine edx is jackie chan, and VK4 is Klitchko. Edx can do it fast and precise, and can be probably nr.1 performer in everything else, but bass is key factor for many people. But Edx has great response to equalisation, so you can make it from 80+Hz to more solid 60+Hz performer.
TRN MT1 is better than KZ EDX
Thanks 👍👍
MRT1 or Kz ZTS-X ??
Vk4 manufacturing is pretty inconsistent. Mine died after 5 months of minimal use. Overall it's good for it's price, but it's a miss or hit kind of iem for me imo.
Mine died after 2 months of minimal use too.
Ak6 is pretty sturdy still using it for 2 years already as my daily driver.
@@anonymousEmail123 i hope so i boight the ak6 pros
@@jasond5140 any update on this? How was it
CCA CSN???
VK4 can't be thrown out as the Budget King of IEMs.
oh that didn't age well
rip og vk4
please review kz az09 🙏🏾
Please review Xiaomi in ear pro hd too
Pro hd vs vk4 ...
thank you for this lods 🤘
Lods?
@@these_go_to_11 it's a slang for "idol". commonly used in the Philippines
watching this with my qkz vk4
why some 12USD earphones like VK4 and CST are not in 20USD range list instead? basically same prices as ZSN pro x, which are listed higher. Yes you can get discount if you buy multiple, or maybe you can ignore shipping cost, but under normal terms, 1 piece and shiping included, that doesnt belong here.
Qkz all the way 🔥🔥
They have terrible quality control tho
I love my kz edx
Great video. MH755s looked interesting, but damn, looks like practically everything is fake. Really a shame... I still have my Monoprice 8320s from like 5 or 6 years ago. Excellent sound, but prone to tangling, and uncomfortable.
Excited for the $20 price range. Wanted to buy blon bl03 but the price is rising. I'm aiming for the zsn Pro X because I love the zsn Pro but the connector is starting to wear off
I have Trn Mt1 it's absolutely dogshit. Extremely congested soundstage with thin and sibilant highs, $4 Kz edr1 blows it out of the water. I haven't heard a better sounding IEM under $25 than Edr1, only CCA-C10 tops it in my inventory. I am surprised you haven't reviewed it yet.
What are you blabbing about? I have both, TRN MT1 sounds much better than Dogshit EDR1.