I feel like the pure craftsmanship and Sony’s dedication to showcasing a single tech they developed, which in this case was their supertweeter dd, makes these worth the price.
Maestro SE beats my IER Z1R so I'm selling it too though I have no problem with fit the IER Z1R for me fits very well I guess I'm lucky to be blessed with big ears Now people will say none can beat IER Z1R bass nah the Maestro SE just destroys it and the fit is a plus
I am very late to the Z1R party since I just got mine June 2024. Of the fit is not an issue, I think it is best IEM, as simple as that, at any pricepoint. You are right that others surpass it in a certain single aspects, eg resolution, soundstage etc.. but then, they lack in others especially if you include build quality. I imagine that even by stepping on the Sony, it might survive. No acrylic shell will. I am mightily impressed by the balanced package which brings all together.
I’ve always wanted to try these, especially now considering your high praise for the imaging/soundstage. However, I’ve sort of settled on the Dunu Zen Pro with EQ for now, as it sounds incredibly resolving in the bass and mids, and I’ve equalized it have a similar tonal balance to my reference open back headphone, the Clear MG with Utopia pads. I agree with you it’s not impossible to compare IEMs to open backs, in fact IEMs can do some things better than open backs.
I have the IER Z1R but after trying the Hype 4 I found i liked it better no EQ whatever but with the IER Z1R I have to EQ the upper treble and the upper mids
The Prestige LTD is truly endgame. The best Thieaudio yet. The Monarchs are good if you like more low end. But if you want an endgame allrounder that just plays everything amazingly. The Prestige LTD is hard to beat. It has slam, amazing clarity, amazing imaging, layering and soundstaging while being smooth and non fatiguing. Truly amazing. Compared to the Z1R, the LTD is smoother and sounds more cohesive. Less bass slam but cleaner low end.
Can you drop me a link? And what do you mean by go above my shot? Drop it upside down from above? I have space limitations lol. But do feel free to advise on a specific setup of mic stands and such.
Oo did he say that, very curious why since I thought it was his favorite! I'm very curious for a comparison between the fir models (and brieflyhow rn6 compares)
Bro please do the trifecta!!!!! So I went to can jam heard a shit load and there was something about it I couldn’t get over that sounded like bigger or something.everyone was telling I was bugging Lolol .but there’s not much in depth reviews on it on youtube.I am stoked .I own u 12 t ,maestro mini and variation’s perhaps u can compare them with it live your review la bro❤❤❤❤
@@amplifyaudioreviews well, the Sony what’s my ceiling, ($1,700) preferred ($700) anywhere in between. (I’m coming from the B&W P7 btw.) (very musical full headphones)
@@amplifyaudioreviews I think I will go with the Trio because I'm worried about Z1R's fit (and don't have anywhere in my country to try it first). Do you find the bass on both to be on the same level ? What about the soundstage (you (and many other reviewers) mentioned that the stage on the Z1R is really big) does the Trio have the same large stage as the Z1R ?
@@omoveja8185keep in mind pretty much everyone loves z1r. I mean people with completely different tastes and listen to completely different genres from hip hop to classical and everything in between. Not everyone loves trio. In fact trio rarely talked about anymore
Best I can do is 🌳fiddy. In all seriousness, I am always rooting for Sony, I have a pair of MH755 and all I want is that sound with a better cable and better resolution. But Sony refuses to make an iem that we all know they are capable of. Very frustrating company. I want to love their TVs, smartphones, and headphones but they always seem to be outdone by competitors.
I feel like the pure craftsmanship and Sony’s dedication to showcasing a single tech they developed, which in this case was their supertweeter dd, makes these worth the price.
Sure I agree
Got these because of Crinacle lol... They've had amazing staying power to be fair, still the most discussed IEM on head-fi if im not mistaken.
True
Yes. They're amazing and still selling fod for the same price. No deals
@@nellatl price has gone down from $2000 to $1700 since release but yeah I have never seen them on sale.
Maestro SE beats my IER Z1R so I'm selling it too though I have no problem with fit the IER Z1R for me fits very well I guess I'm lucky to be blessed with big ears
Now people will say none can beat IER Z1R bass nah the Maestro SE just destroys it and the fit is a plus
I am very late to the Z1R party since I just got mine June 2024. Of the fit is not an issue, I think it is best IEM, as simple as that, at any pricepoint. You are right that others surpass it in a certain single aspects, eg resolution, soundstage etc.. but then, they lack in others especially if you include build quality. I imagine that even by stepping on the Sony, it might survive. No acrylic shell will. I am mightily impressed by the balanced package which brings all together.
I’ve always wanted to try these, especially now considering your high praise for the imaging/soundstage. However, I’ve sort of settled on the Dunu Zen Pro with EQ for now, as it sounds incredibly resolving in the bass and mids, and I’ve equalized it have a similar tonal balance to my reference open back headphone, the Clear MG with Utopia pads. I agree with you it’s not impossible to compare IEMs to open backs, in fact IEMs can do some things better than open backs.
I have the IER Z1R but after trying the Hype 4 I found i liked it better no EQ whatever but with the IER Z1R I have to EQ the upper treble and the upper mids
Can you also review sony mdr z1r headphones?
Should sell for fairly low price, for how old it is. Is PRESTIGE or Monarch MkII/III better sounding? Or Penon Impact? Sony M7?
Better. One of the best
The Prestige LTD is truly endgame. The best Thieaudio yet. The Monarchs are good if you like more low end. But if you want an endgame allrounder that just plays everything amazingly. The Prestige LTD is hard to beat. It has slam, amazing clarity, amazing imaging, layering and soundstaging while being smooth and non fatiguing. Truly amazing. Compared to the Z1R, the LTD is smoother and sounds more cohesive. Less bass slam but cleaner low end.
How about Empire Odin?
Two pairs are enough..For me one studio style tunne and another bass warm..for genres you want to feel bsss
did you have a chance to use the Z1R with the DMP-Z1 before you sold them ?
You should just get yourself a Sennhesier MKH 50 mic to go above your shot, and you'll be set. No plosives and great tone with your specific voice.
Can you drop me a link? And what do you mean by go above my shot? Drop it upside down from above? I have space limitations lol. But do feel free to advise on a specific setup of mic stands and such.
Do they sound okay with bad recordings?
Why're you selling the Xenon 6 too? 😊
Oo did he say that, very curious why since I thought it was his favorite! I'm very curious for a comparison between the fir models (and brieflyhow rn6 compares)
still best treble and bass in an iem
Bro please do the trifecta!!!!! So I went to can jam heard a shit load and there was something about it I couldn’t get over that sounded like bigger or something.everyone was telling I was bugging Lolol .but there’s not much in depth reviews on it on youtube.I am stoked .I own u 12 t ,maestro mini and variation’s perhaps u can compare them with it live your review la bro❤❤❤❤
Ok, so now where do I look for analog-warm IEM's? (with goog bass) BTW the campfire Trifecta is $3,000+
What is your budget
@@amplifyaudioreviews well, the Sony what’s my ceiling, ($1,700) preferred ($700) anywhere in between. (I’m coming from the B&W P7 btw.) (very musical full headphones)
Between this and the Tia Trio for rock/metal, which one do you find it better ?
Tia Trio is more source picky. I probably would take this if I wasn't indexing for resolution. If I was, I'd take the Trio.
@@amplifyaudioreviews I think I will go with the Trio because I'm worried about Z1R's fit (and don't have anywhere in my country to try it first). Do you find the bass on both to be on the same level ? What about the soundstage (you (and many other reviewers) mentioned that the stage on the Z1R is really big) does the Trio have the same large stage as the Z1R ?
@@omoveja8185 Z1R beats the Trio for SS and bass but Trio is certainly more resolving and in that comes off as a higher-tier IEM so to speak
@@omoveja8185keep in mind pretty much everyone loves z1r. I mean people with completely different tastes and listen to completely different genres from hip hop to classical and everything in between. Not everyone loves trio. In fact trio rarely talked about anymore
So obviously you compare the tonality to the 12 66 but does it have as good resolution?
Nope
You're going to regret selling it sooner or later. Trust me😢
for elite audiophiles z1r level is indeed insufficient
its enough for me, with proper setup
Trade u a hifiman arya v2 for them
Is that sold?
Yeah
Best I can do is 🌳fiddy.
In all seriousness, I am always rooting for Sony, I have a pair of MH755 and all I want is that sound with a better cable and better resolution. But Sony refuses to make an iem that we all know they are capable of. Very frustrating company. I want to love their TVs, smartphones, and headphones but they always seem to be outdone by competitors.
Am a Sony fanboy as well