Best Budget In-Ear Monitors! (KZ ZST, ZS10, AS16, SE215, and More!)

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There are lots of choices for great in-ear monitors, and it can be confusing which ones to pick! I must confess I've tried a LOT of the budget in-ear options out there.
In this video I'll share the ones I liked, loved, and hated.
BEST Universal In-Ear - KZ AS16
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CHEAPEST Universal In-Ear - KZ ZST
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Balanced, 5 Drivers - KZ AS10
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Good Bass, 4 Driver - KZ ZS5
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Better Bass and Clarity, 5 Driver - KZ ZS10 Pro
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*New, Upgraded Version of the ZS10 featured in this video - smaller, cheaper, better cable, metal faceplate
Shure SE215 - Better Warranty and Build Quality, Single Driver (If sound quality is more important, go for the KZ models)
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Replacement Foam Buds/Tips
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*Make sure you research the correct size for which model in-ears you own, most KZ models seem to work with Comply Tx-500
Upgraded Cables
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We recommend choosing models “without mic” as cables with a built-in mic can sometimes cause interference issues with different stage monitor boxes/wireless packs.
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@iHaveTheDocuments 3 года назад

KZ changed the game and made it much less acceptable for companies to charge high money. I love them for that.

@dryd4959 4 месяца назад

Wait that profile picture is from some really weird video

@pietreetreepie 4 года назад

One of kz technology's founder was an engineer for audio technica.. hehe fun fact.. Oh and i love kz's zs line... ❤️

@dixiemosley7593 3 года назад

Thanks to him we get budget IEM

@josephnevin 3 года назад

That's a fun fact I didn't know. Anyways thanks to him, we budget folks can finally enjoy hi-fi audio without breaking our banks.

@ArielGonzalez1 3 года назад

he made a gamechanger for the industry ajajajajajajajajaja a legend!!

@kompressor46 3 года назад

That's why I love KZs. I've never seen another company flip the entire market like how KZ did. Absolute legends

@dennisdewinter1997 Год назад

I realize that this video is two years old but as a novice who is just getting into the realm of IEMs, this video was exceedingly helpful and super informative. Thank you.

@WBendolph 3 года назад

I recently purchased the ZSR a few days ago and I actually enjoy them very much but after watching this video I'm going to upgrade very soon.

@marioleon6614 10 месяцев назад

Keep the gear reviews coming! I love the honesty and authenticity of these. It’s very informative and helpful.

@Brandovibe 3 года назад

Thank you for making this video, i was totally confused by all of the models

@JonTanRocks 3 года назад

Haven’t tried the KZ, but got myself a pair of monoprice quintet. It’s quite affordable when it’s on sale... sounded really good to me too

@partilhamusicosmica 3 года назад

Thanks for helping brother! Hugs from Brazil!

@akagiasuzagawa3385 3 года назад

I've been using the Kz Zsn Pro for a year now and its still going strong. I recently upgraded the stock cable to a JCally cable for $6 and a cheap eartip memory foam-thingies for $2, paired with Viper4Android and the sound quality is waaay better!

@GOTTHEDAWGINME 2 года назад

Where do you download V4A?

@LabiaLicker 2 года назад

@@GOTTHEDAWGINME from the internet

@GOTTHEDAWGINME 2 года назад

@@LabiaLicker Yeah I tought it was a rootless application, didn't know it needed root.

@OblivionZXZ Год назад

What's the difference between KZ ZSN pro vs KZ ZSN pro X

@iikatinggangsengii2471 7 месяцев назад

i remember viper4android

@chris.j.scott4 2 года назад

Just ordered the new KZ-EDA's and looking forward to trying them out!

@EduarBeta 4 года назад

Gracias por hablar de los in-ears KZ, justo en esta semana pediré 3 para compañeros de la iglesis.

@trentmonaghan179 2 года назад

Thanks, David. I didn't even know what an IEM was until after I saw this video.

@isaiahmaragalla 2 года назад

thank you so much. it clears my doubt as to which budget IEM to buy

@richardpenrose1968 Месяц назад

Just bought the newly updated KZ ZS10 Pro 2 and they are another step up from the previous ZS10 versions. I had been using the ZS10 ProX over the past year which were a big step up from my Shure SE215’s with custom moulds. The clarity, separation, soundstage and depth of bass on a different level to what I was experiencing with the Shures. The latest mk2 version of the ZS10 Pro’s further refines the performance of these great budget IEM’s with improved mid-range, smoother highs and clearer bass whilst maintaining the same depth of bass. This translates into additional separation, improved soundstage, more natural vocal sound and smoother cymbals. The KZ ZS10 Pro-X was already a marked improvement over the earlier ZS10’s in this review and the new ZS10 Pro-2 is another step up from that. I highly recommend these for monitoring on stage!

@fernandoramoa7079 2 года назад

man you sure did all the hard work and gave it away for free to us you RULE MASSIVE!!

@petewilson-zb5hr Год назад

Your video helped me understand a lot, thanks

@riverbenddrummer 3 года назад

I’ve been using the CCA C10 in ear monitors for a few months and love them, they completely out perform my 10yr old 64 dual driver in ears

@williamsmilton6316 3 года назад

I have the cca C12 and I will admitt they are awesome.

@davepastern 3 года назад

I've been using the CCA C10s for 8 months or so now, and they are stellar IEMs imho. Very comfortable, and sound quality is exceptionally good for me at least.

@reghiejosefclementeii7268 4 года назад

Hi, just to make sure is the AS16 type B as well on PINS which is the same as the ZST? I plan into upgrading to this IEM but I can't afford to lose my aptX cables.

@wilfredogomez5505 3 года назад

I’ve had the ZS10s for a couple years now and love them, but am looking into getting the AS16s because why not. I’m a bassist, would you say that the AS16s offer better bass?

@viejo.carmona 3 года назад

Reaaaaly great video, thanks a lot for the information, great job!

@eliasarias3287 4 года назад

I've had my ZS10s for about a year and I swear by them. Kz also offers an upgrade cable for like $13 dollars as well!

@epping4136 3 года назад

This is the first video I watch from your channel. And u know what? I click subscribe button when you throw away those IEMs u don't like. I like that. No bullshit, just throw away the bad apples! Lol I really appreciate your honest review. Thanks for making this video.

@maideeroseborough 3 года назад

Hi :). If i can ask would you recommend the Kz zsn pro x for worship song recording and listening?

@thedoctor8527 3 года назад

I have the ZSN PROs and they sound amazing, even though I have a Sony headphones I still choose to wear these for my everyday cruisers

@agency1000x 3 года назад

Cool video thanks! Hey your thoughts on taking KZ wireless options sound quality wise?

@ShanesQueenSite 2 года назад

Great video and great tips. Thanks

@iam_joshua_bcxvii 2 года назад

@ 4:08 , I've had that KZ ZS10 since Dec. 11, 2018. Its the most worth it earphone I've ever had. Until now I am using it. I just replaced the wired cable and wireless module once in my 3 yrs of using it. It even got washed in the washing machine 2 yrs ago and I just dried it out and it still worked. really, the most durable earp[hone ever. This is the only earphone that lasted so long in me and in the course of 3 yrs of using it, its been very well worth it. Love how I can just replace the cables and make it wireless too. VERY VERY RECOMMENDED

@atom31b 2 года назад

Which would you recommend for a bass player? My sound guy is always making me turn down the amp and I can't groove if I don't feel the bass. I also sing so I can't have the bass overpower the other frequencies either. Drums are mic'd.

@alanuae7214 9 месяцев назад

Hey David. I love your honest and factual assessments. Would you have an update of this excellent review in 2023? Please! It's time bro. Much love.

@randomstuff-cu4of 4 года назад

How does the kz zsx compare to the zs10 pro and the others here?

@BLISSSSSSSSSSSS 2 года назад

Greeting, I almost bought my first ones IEM, KZ ZSN PRO X and I had no experience with similar headphones before them, I was thrilled to hear them for the first time but also irritated my ears with too loud sound and aggressive high frequencies, but I soon got used to it. I am a musician and I create and playing music, so I have experience with many monitors speakers and headphones of larger format such as AKG K712 PRO, so I generally liked the sound ZSN PRO X. Now it came to me by Friday that I can buy very cheap CCA C12, CCA C10 PRO and KZ ZS10 PRO, and since I don't plan to change those headphones later, I'm interested in which ones are of the highest quality and is there a clear difference between them and mine ZSN PRO X which I already own? I listened to a lot of videos about them and read a lot of reviews and I can say that I am more confused than at the very beginning. Please help me. thanks in advance

@julianofranco5572 4 года назад

What is the best headset for drummers with better bass?

@mrreaper77 4 года назад

What about zsn pro ? Compare to zst and zs5

@christophers.mosson6266 4 года назад

Hey, Dude! As a fellow audio enthusiast I just wish to share that when a decent Dynamic Driver is properly tuned, it can out perform 4-5 Balanced Armatures with little effort. It's great to shop around and find such gems that punch above their price tag, but keep in mind that sometimes it's quality over quantity you're looking for. A single BA and DD hybrid known as the Verse Audio Azaleas are a diamond in the rough in that for £25 they easily outperformed KZ in clarity. (and like yourself I've had many 😅)

@bluedose15k27 4 года назад

this is so true..driver count don't matter, tuning is everything! this is why blon bl03 got hyped because though it's only 1 DD, it sounded so TOTL and it's only 25-30$ worth.

@czdot 4 года назад

I love Blon Bl-03 but they will suck when used on stage. It's too much fiddling with fit and eartips.

@bluedose15k27 4 года назад

@@czdot your right..i have to use spinfit large size for tips and now this blon is the most comfortable iem i got.

@czdot 4 года назад

@@bluedose15k27I use them Spinfits CP 100 with with silicon inserts from other kind of Spinfits. Maybe I'll get CP800 with a thinner diameter. That could help them stay on those nozzles better.

@mayuravirus6134 2 года назад

The thing about Dynamic Driver is that it has to displace with air to push the sound where Balanced Armature doesn't need it

@ElliotMoore-zu9yh Год назад

Good video, a good start to the day from watching your video

@rishil6491 3 года назад

Hey David I like bass which is not too heavy and I would like clear highs and mids why option should I go to?

@beverlythebird5040 3 года назад

Thank you! I just started worship team and have small ears. The ZS5 model seems great

@yuvalschweiger9754 3 года назад

do you think the zs 10 pros are good enough to justify an upgrade from the zst

@thecrew8332 3 года назад

What core size/style of Comply foam tips fit onto KZ AS10 ans AS16?

@samuelgadgets1391 3 года назад

How was the Kz asx? It's the newest version.

@heber67 Месяц назад

Hi, Is this also good for practice at home? instead of using headphones?

@Brandovibe 3 года назад

How do i figure out which foam tips I need for my ear buds?

@jeffreyscheid5596 4 месяца назад

Hi David, Have you reviewed any iems that allow ambient sound ? Need to be able to communicate with the worship team as there is a lot of spontaneous changes to keys, staying on chord progressions etc Any recommendations for iems with Ambient Earphones? Thanks!

@carlijordaan4715 3 месяца назад

What would you recommend is best in the KZ range for vocalists?

@SomeRandomUser 3 года назад

I remember seeing KZ and other unknown chinese brands popping up with their $20-50 IEMs and it felt like I was buying pokemon cards again trying to try out as much of them as my paycheck can handle

@noishearer4049 Год назад

What wireless systems did you use as a reference on these in-ears?

@XENUSproTV 3 года назад

What's better for live shows monitoring - as12 or 16?

@AngusNB 3 года назад

I have a pair of KZ ZST and three pairs of Shure 215, one wired and two Bluetooth wireless. For me, the KZ sound good but not as good as the Shure. Sound quality is very dependant on fit. My problems with the KZ are the size, a bit bulky, and the cable connection. I find the cable disconnects from the earbud too easily.

@jakefoxx7978 3 года назад

Is there such thing as IEMs that are good for music of any kind? Maybe the best out of this bunch?

@neilkendall5499 Год назад

Do you know if there are any flange tips that fit the ZS10 Pros? Or do the Shure ear tips (flange, silicone, foam) fit the ZS10 Pros?

@rors4stu 4 года назад

How good are MEE audio MX4 pro ?

@meaviad 3 года назад

How about monitors that are not In-ears? I'm asking because it takes some time to put these in ears, and sometimes there are breaks and we want to put them off. What about Over-Ear headphones for stage? Are there such things for stage use?

@paparuffy406 7 месяцев назад

I just asked fir these fir my guitar, decent option? Hope so, I have monitors but wanted to move away from full over the ear monitors.

@MohamedAdel-wg9vz 3 года назад

please recommend a pair of wired earpuds with a good mic for phone calls and detachable cable

@rodrigozamo Год назад

Just ordered my 1st set, still a few more days til they arrive. I do have some Ultimate Ears custom molded, but one broke just on the tip where the cable plugs in. I had it fixed at a place where they make and fix hearing aids, thought that was the best route for someone who could actually fix them since they are sort of the same format. Of course this fix wasn't great but they worked for a while until the cable also tore and now it's a combination of the not so great fix + the cable... anyways... Sending them back to UE to have them re fitted into another case and getting new 3D scan ear impressions is expensive, way more than buying a new ser of the KZs is. So I'm looking forward to getting these as a replacement, I trust they will be pretty good. At least, until I can have my UE's fixed. Just one curious question, I noticed the cable the KZs use is pretty much the same as the one my UE use (it's an oldee version, got them in 2013, I know UE's cable changed after 2015), but does anyone know if this KZ cable would also fit my UE's? At least I can clear if the problem was my UE cable, I could have them up and running.

@deerlow1851 3 года назад

Wearing the kz as10's right now, god damn they sound good! running them through a scarlett solo amp

@mattarcher5343 4 года назад

Hey David, have you ever shared a video rundown of your home studio set up? I'd love to get a link if you have. Thanks!

@SundaySounds 4 года назад

2020 Studio Tour vid is in the works!

@ABCkirja 2 года назад

KZ SRT23, ZZ CRT32, AZ CBT33, cool names and very easy to follow

@qmob0121 2 года назад

So I'm torn between 1more quad drive and the as16 what would you says best anyone who's used both ?

@huxley309 4 года назад

Bgvp dm6 are Very good, quite neutral so kz zs6 are what I use for fun but they are very tip sensitive otherwise they'll lack thump and come across sibilant. I have some Trn v90's coming that are meant to be very good, among with a balanced nicenck cable and a fiio btr5 Good times if you're a music lover for sure

@timvasile4240 2 года назад

Bought KZ AS12 in a pinch when my $400 Westones broke. I've since purchased AS16 and love them! The days of spending hundreds of dollars on IEMs are over!

@stefan_x7625 3 года назад

I am sorry to bother, but i am just to new to all this, i am planning to buy kz zsn pro x version, i am bass loving guy, i used those samsung akg headphones that come with s8 or s9, so i am just wondering are zsn prox better than those, also am I getting a good bass like with akg headphones?

@MrEmotional33 2 года назад

Bought the ZS 10 Pro a while ago..and i literally freaked out, cuz the sound is so fucking amazing for this price segment! I still ask myself how do they do it..??

@shane4494 4 года назад

I'm like you I have owned plenty of KZ headphones but my favorite so far is the KZ ZSX. I use them for playing bass and I highly recommend them

@cglryildirim 3 года назад

That’s the terminator model? I’ll use them with my bass amp (ebs reidmar). Do you recommend? Thanks!

@davidsuperdock7940 4 года назад

Have you found anything to cinch the cable for the braided KZ cables? Drives me nuts that those are missing!

@josephnevin 4 года назад

I just wrap the cable tie wire loosely 3 or 4 times to make a diy sinch. Got that tip from a different review channel on RU-vid.

@victoriaracedo4205 3 года назад

Hi! I am a singer, which KZ model would you recommend between the KZ AS10, the KZ ZS10 Pro and the KZ AS16 ?

@SundaySounds 3 года назад

Either one is a great choice!

@brucelittle3958 2 года назад

Great video! What do you recommend for microphone plus in ear monitors combined in one unit for speakers or singers?

@SundaySounds 2 года назад

We wouldn't recommend using any mic built into the in-ear cable for singing if that was what you were asking? Can't go wrong with Shure mics. SM48 is a great budget option.

@ShanesQueenSite 2 года назад

Where do you plus the in-ears. I’m new to In ears …. Are they for your instrument, eg. Keys? Or do they plug into the stage monitors?

@SundaySounds 2 года назад

There are many different systems for in-ears, wireless, something like the Behringer P16, or even a simpler headphone amp.

@lisabonettimusic 3 года назад

Hello everyne! Do you think it could be a good idea to use the KZ AS10 for recording vocals in studio as well as music production? Or is it better to buy some budget studio headphones like the Sony MDR 7506? I was using the very cheap one odio premium headphones but a piece of plastic in them broke so I need to change them. However, the sound was leaking pretty bad, it was almost impossible to record with the metronome on and if I was keeping them on for too long while working, my ears were hurting. I thought that some in ear headphones would be perfect to solve the ausio liking and pain problem, I just a bit worried about the sound quality for studio purposes.

@SundaySounds 3 года назад

You might be better off to buy some budget studio headphones, but you may need to try it to know for sure.

@yefrillano9078 Год назад

I'm looking for a iem to live sing using seciences, viwing Reviews i don't know how decide,do You recomend me the KZ ES4?

@mattreif6058 4 года назад

ZS10pro or AS10 for keys player who plays mostly aux keys on SK/song-specific patches? I fill a lot of roles in our small/mid sized band, from synth bass to high bells and everything between

@ArielGonzalez1 3 года назад

the zs10 pros have a really good fit with that configuration (i use them)

@anonymityonyoutube 3 года назад

@@ArielGonzalez1 that's what I went with... I've been happily using them since then!

@hectorzavaleta2402 3 года назад

im 11 and im in a worship band and i got mine in amzaon really good sound heavy and i have a cable for them new tips and yeah perfect

@joshuabellinger267 3 года назад

I just bought the Kz ZSN pros. Do you have experience with those and if so what are your thoughts on them?

@SundaySounds 3 года назад

We may do a follow up video with more thoughts!

@HanilKathuria 3 года назад

How is your experience bro?

@pardeshijaiwant Год назад

Kz as10 vs kz as12 which is better Sir. Please recommend me

@VinyasMalagaudanavar 4 года назад

What is good for rock music ?

@pleasetakethis6827 Год назад

Hi, I'm really hoping u can help, I need a set of iems or earphones that have a control unit to turn on/off noise cancelation or ambient to hear people without taking them out, like when wearing a helmet. Please, I beg u, can u give some ideas? Thanks

@LauraUpshaw 3 года назад

So for keys, do you think the AS16 is better than the AS10? I love the AS10 but don’t mind spending a little more if they sound better. I tried the Shure 215 years ago and my piano sounds were “tinny” sounding.

@SundaySounds 3 года назад

We think so!

@raincells Год назад

David - is there a particular model of KZ IEM's that you would recommend for a keyboard player? Thank you for making these videos.

@SundaySounds Год назад

This is our newest video on budget friendly in ears, ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-5WRRBloIQQg.html

@drew0001807 3 года назад

I actually upgraded from KZ AS10 to AS16 about half a year ago. And in general I've been really happy with the choice. But the only thing bothering me was a bit too sharp High Friquency sound. But recently I've upgraded cable to 16 core Yinyoo cable for about 20$. And these IEMs become totally amazing. It sounds like default cable is just not enaugh for AS16. The overall bass and mid-range improved. Sound stage became a bit better. But most of all it got rid of there too sharp sound. So I totally recomend to check out for cable upgrade if you feel the sound is a bit sharp.

@micromicro 3 года назад

Do you really think it’s a matter of cable quality?

@drew0001807 3 года назад

@@micromicro Fun fact is that before it I was quite sceptic about all this cable thing and didn't actually understood how it can affect sound. But after changing default cable on 16 core Yinyoo (just found on AliExpress) I totally changed my mind. Cables do affect sound - if actual listening device is good enough, of course. So yes I actually now a cable believer )

@shubhamdahivadikar_photo_films Год назад

which is best model zsn prox or as 16 pro?

@blackblack7213 4 года назад

Do they have mic on?

@jojosavva 4 года назад

Did anybody find the compatible comply tips for AS16?

@Eric-dd8bk 2 года назад

I got the AS16s but the left side is significantly louder than the right side, giving me the impression that everything is panned to the left a little bit. I must have gotten a defective one.

@marekburag 2 года назад

A little bit late but would you recommend the KZ ZS10 pro over sennhiser ie 100 pro? Amazing videos by the way, thank you!

@SundaySounds 2 года назад

For budget, the ZS10 Pro as they are ~$100 less, for better fit, comfort, and reliability/support, Sennheiser (though this may not be the case everyone's ears are different). ZS10 Pro sounds more clear hi-fi/brighter. Sennheiser a bit more warm and natural.

@CliffJennings Год назад

I’ve been a musician for over 20 years and have played big and small stages all over the world. I’ve used Apple headphones as IEMs in a pinch, and I’ve spent thousands on IEMs. For the last 2 or so years I’ve used the KZ10 Pros and I haven’t looked back. If you are on the fence…I’m pushing you off to the KZ side. 😁

@Cannibeasty 2 года назад

I've been using my ZS10's for a few years now. Upgraded the cable and tips but still sounds amazing. Had ZST's before then, the upgrade was substantial.

@bakuganmaster56 2 года назад

Hello! Hope you are well, do you mind saying what options you chose to upgrade the tips and wire?

@Cannibeasty 2 года назад

@@bakuganmaster56 KZ Gold Silver Mixed Braiding Upgrade Cable 2 pin 0.75mm Replacement Earbuds Audio Cable - B Pin, and Comply TrueGrip Pro tips. Both from Amazon

@prasenjeet111 2 года назад

Using KZ As16, they are incrediblly good

@bigdan4413 3 года назад

What is your favorite power pack for them? I have one but it does have a bit of a buzzzz, for the price though I think it was around 50 bucks, can't argue.

@unliving_ball_of_gas 3 года назад

50$??!! That's very unacceptable. Even 5$ earphones don't make buzzes. Maybe your's is defective or very low impedance and high sensitivity

@jordanmiller4693 4 года назад

anybody else rockin mee audio? I love KZ too but don't always fit in my ears. Gotten some comfort and great sound from the mee profession line.

@sahenliyanage3688 2 года назад

Have you tried kz zs10 pro?

@n0xxm3rcyxx 2 года назад

So can I use a USB adapter not a usb type C. I want to talk with a mic but most headphones dont have 4 pins even though they say it has a mic. I mean I could just by a regular standing mic. But I have no room. What do u all use? I have the hyper X orbits... but they squeeze my head and I'm starting to get a gamer dent on my head and I dont want that

@leiyafox9521 4 года назад

Can you reccomend a headphone with the clarity and soundstage of zs10 but with more bass? I absolutely loved zs10 but the bass was just way too low for me. I don't care how much it costs. I want the perfect headphone with quality/detail and sounstage of zs10 or better, and lots more bass. Lol