Technical conceptsIn-ear earphone glossary: terms explainedWhat impedance, a dynamic driver, a balanced armature or Pin C mean: the terms on in-ear earphone spec sheets explained in one sentence.Reviewed 17 Oct 2026
KZ Guides
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Guides for musicians and anyone who wants to listen properly. Data from KZ’s official spec sheets, reviewed and explained plainly.
- Playing live and rehearsing14 guides
Hearing yourself in the rehearsal room and on stage: what you need to start with in-ears, how to plug them into the desk or a beltpack and which models fit what you play. - Drums3 guides
Drums are the loudest instrument in the room. How to choose in-ears that let you hear the click and the mix without cranking the volume, and which KZ to use. - Guitar and bass2 guides
For guitarists and bassists who want to hear themselves clearly: which type of in-ear suits each instrument and how to start without overspending. - Vocals2 guides
For singers: hearing your voice above the band without straining it. Which in-ears to choose and how to fit them so they seal properly. - Recording and mixing at home8 guides
For your home studio: what to look for in in-ears for tracking and checking mixes, and which driver types KZ offers. - Listening to music26 guides
If you just want great-sounding music: how to choose across the KZ range by budget, what each driver type means and how to get the most out of them with your phone. - Gaming and films6 guides
For gaming and films: in-ears with a mic, good sound separation and the right cable or adapter for your console, PC or phone. - Everyday and sport11 guides
For everyday use, the gym or running: light, sturdy, easy-to-carry models, wired or wireless. - In-ear earphone glossary: terms explainedTechnical concepts
What impedance, a dynamic driver, a balanced armature or Pin C mean: the terms on in-ear earphone spec sheets explained in one sentence. Listening to music Recording and mixing at home Playing live and rehearsing - Cables for KZ earphones: which to choose and when to replace yoursCables and accessories
Cables for KZ earphones: 3.5 mm replacement, USB-C with DAC, dual microphone or 8-core. Which to choose, how to swap it and which connector you need. Listening to music Gaming and films Playing live and rehearsing - How to clean in-ear earphones and when to replace the ear tipsCare and maintenance
How to clean in-ear earphones step by step: ear tips, mesh, shell and cable. What not to do and when it is time to replace the ear tips. Everyday and sport Listening to music Playing live and rehearsing - Wired earphones on a phone without a jack: USB-C, DAC and BluetoothSetup and use
How to use wired earphones on a phone without a headphone jack: USB-C adapter with DAC, 2-pin USB-C cable or Bluetooth adapter. Which one suits you. Everyday and sport Listening to music Gaming and films - IEMs for drummers: how to choose them and which KZ to useChoosing a model
IEMs for drummers: what to look for (isolation, fit, bass and cable), how to connect them to an acoustic or electronic kit and which KZ to choose. Drums Playing live and rehearsing - In-ear monitors for live use: what you need to get startedSetup and use
What you need to play with in-ear monitors: earphones that isolate, a monitor mix and a way to get it to your ears, wired or with a wireless bodypack. Drums Guitar and bass Playing live and rehearsing Vocals - KZ AS16 Pro, AS16 Pro X, AM16 and AS24 Pro: a guide to KZ's all-BA modelsComparisons
KZ's all balanced armature models compared: AS16 Pro, AS16 Pro X, AM16 and AS24 Pro. Drivers, versions, sensitivity and which one to choose. Listening to music Recording and mixing at home Playing live and rehearsing - KZ EDC Pro, EDX Lite o EDX: los KZ más baratos, comparadosComparisons
KZ EDC Pro, EDX Lite and EDX: the three cheapest KZ models, each with one dynamic driver. How they differ, which connector each one uses and which to choose. Everyday and sport Listening to music - KZ DQS vs KZ EDX Pro: which to choose at the same priceComparisons
KZ DQS vs KZ EDX Pro: two single dynamic driver IEMs at the same price. Semi-open design versus dual magnet, comparison table and which to choose. Listening to music Gaming and films - KZ AS16 Pro X vs KZ ZAR: all balanced armature or hybridComparisons
KZ AS16 Pro X vs KZ ZAR: eight drivers per side in both, but one is all balanced armature and the other is a hybrid. Comparison table and which to choose. Listening to music Playing live and rehearsing - KZ ZS12 Pro X vs ZS10 Pro X: differences and which one to chooseComparisons
KZ ZS12 Pro X vs ZS10 Pro X: 6 or 5 drivers per side, zinc or resin shell, and a version with tuning switches. Comparison table and which one to choose. Listening to music Playing live and rehearsing - KZ AS16 Pro vs AS16 Pro X: differences and which to chooseComparisons
KZ AS16 Pro vs AS16 Pro X: the same 16 BA drivers, a different layout, shell and cable. Comparison table with official specs and which to choose. Listening to music Playing live and rehearsing - KZ PR3 vs KZ PRX: KZ's planar IEMsComparisons
KZ PR3 vs KZ PRX: KZ's two planar earphones head to head. Driver, sensitivity, shell and what the PRX improves according to the manufacturer. Listening to music Recording and mixing at home - KZ Castor vs Castor Pro: differences and which to chooseComparisons
KZ Castor vs Castor Pro: two dynamic drivers and tuning switches in both. What changes in drivers, shell and the Harman and Bass versions. Listening to music - Pin B or Pin C: how to tell which connector your KZ usesCables and accessories
Pin B or Pin C: how to tell which connector your KZ earphones use, which models use each and which cable or Bluetooth adapter you need. Listening to music Playing live and rehearsing - Impedance and sensitivity: what you need for your earphones to sound good with a phoneTechnical concepts
What a pair of earphones' impedance (Ω) and sensitivity (dB) mean and how to know whether your KZ will sound good from a phone with no amp. Listening to music Recording and mixing at home - Best KZ earphones for gamingChoosing a model
Los mejores KZ para gaming: Gale, Axas y Phantom, con micrófono doble y versión USB-C, y otros modelos sin retardo para cada presupuesto. Gaming and films - Best KZ IEMs for musicians and live use (in-ear monitors)Choosing a model
The best KZ in-ear monitors for musicians: isolation, accuracy and a detachable cable for rehearsal, stage and studio. Our picks. Drums Recording and mixing at home Guitar and bass Playing live and rehearsing Vocals - KZ Bluetooth: TWS or adapter, which suits youChoosing a model
KZ Bluetooth: the differences between TWS earbuds (Carol Pro, Sora) and an adapter for your wired KZ (AN01, AZ09, AE01). Which suits you. Everyday and sport Listening to music - Gift guide: which KZ to give, by budgetChoosing a model
Gift guide: which KZ earphones to give depending on your budget and who they are for. Options from under €30 to the top of the range. Everyday and sport Listening to music - KZ (Knowledge Zenith): who they are and why they sound so good for so littleTechnical concepts
Who is behind KZ (Knowledge Zenith), how the brand became known and why its in-ear earphones offer so much for so little money. Listening to music - Best KZ earphones for sports and everyday useChoosing a model
The best KZ earphones for sports and daily use: secure fit, a mic for calls and wireless options. Our picks. Everyday and sport - Best KZ earphones under €50Choosing a model
The best KZ earphones under €50: budget dynamics and hybrids with a detachable cable. What each offers and which to pick. Everyday and sport Listening to music Gaming and films - Which KZ earphones to buy: the complete guide by use and budgetChoosing a model
Which KZ earphones to buy for your use and budget: a first pair, gaming, music, stage or wireless. A guide with our recommended models. Everyday and sport Listening to music Gaming and films Playing live and rehearsing - How to make your KZ wireless: AN01, AZ09 and AE01Cables and accessories
How to turn wired KZ earphones wireless with a Bluetooth adapter: AN01, AZ09 or AE01. Compatibility, codecs, battery life and steps. Everyday and sport Listening to music - KZ ZAR vs KZ Zenith: 16-driver hybrid or flagship dynamicComparisons
KZ ZAR vs KZ Zenith: a 1DD + 7BA hybrid against a dynamic with Driver X and switch tuning. A table of official specs and which to choose. Listening to music Recording and mixing at home - KZ ZS10 Pro, ZS10 Pro X and ZS10 Pro 2: how they differComparisons
The ZS10 Pro, ZS10 Pro X and ZS10 Pro 2 share 5 drivers per side, but the armatures, cable and switch tuning differ. Which to choose. Listening to music Playing live and rehearsing - KZ EDX Pro, EDX Pro X, EDX Ultra and EDX Lite: a guide to the EDX rangeComparisons
A guide to the KZ EDX range: EDX, EDX Lite, EDX Pro, EDX Pro X and EDX Ultra. What changes between them, a table of official specs and which to buy. Everyday and sport Listening to music - Dynamic, balanced armature, planar and hybrid drivers: what each one meansTechnical concepts
What a dynamic driver, a balanced armature, a planar and a hybrid are, how each sounds and what 1DD + 4BA means on a KZ. Listening to music Recording and mixing at home - How to wear in-ear earphones properly and choose the right ear tipSetup and use
How to wear in-ear earphones with the cable over the ear and choose the right ear tip size. Without a good seal, you lose the bass. Everyday and sport Listening to music Playing live and rehearsing - KZ tuning switches: what each position doesSetup and use
What the tuning switches on the KZ Zenith, ZS10 Pro 2, Krila, Castor, Castor Pro and D-Fi do, position by position, and how to change them. Listening to music Recording and mixing at home - KZ ZST XHybrid · from 43,95 €
KZ ZST X – 2-Driver Hybrid In-Ear Monitors with Silver-Plated Cable - KZ ZAXHybrid · from 87,95 €
KZ ZAX – Hybrid in-ear earphones with 16 drivers and metal shell - KZ ZASHybrid · from 113,95 €
KZ ZAS – Hybrid in-ear earphones with 16 drivers - KZ Vibe XDynamic driver · from 87,95 €
KZ VIBE X – Bass in-ear earphones with 13 mm vibration driver - KZ Vader ProDynamic driver · from 69,95 €
KZ VADER PRO – In-ear earphones with 6 dynamic drivers from 5 Hz to 45 kHz - KZ VaderDynamic driver · from 43,95 €
KZ VADER – In-ear earphones with 6 dynamic drivers - KZ PhantomDynamic driver · from 104,95 €
KZ PHANTOM – Gaming in-ear earphones with metal shell - KZ GaleDynamic driver · from 52,95 €
KZ GALE – Gaming in-ear earphones with dual microphone - KZ EldarDynamic driver · from 43,95 €
KZ ELDAR – Dynamic driver in-ear earphones with HM curve - KZ EDZDynamic driver · from 42,95 €
KZ EDZ – Dynamic driver in-ear earphones from 7 Hz to 45 kHz - KZ DuonicPlanar driver · from 52,95 €
KZ DUONIC – In-ear earphones with planar magnetic and dynamic driver - KZ DecetDynamic driver · from 69,95 €
KZ DECET – In-ear earphones with 10 dynamic drivers - KZ AxasDynamic driver · from 78,95 €
KZ AXAS – Gaming in-ear earphones with dual microphone - KZ AM16Balanced armatures only · from 87,95 €
KZ AM16 – In-ear earphones with 16 balanced armatures - KZ AS24 ProBalanced armatures only · from 218,95 €
KZ AS24 PRO – 24 Balanced Armature In-Ear Monitors - KZ AN01Bluetooth adapter · from 78,95 €
KZ AN01 – Bluetooth Adapter with Noise Cancellation and LDAC - KZ AZ09Bluetooth adapter · from 52,95 €
KZ AZ09 – Bluetooth Adapter for 2-Pin Earphones - KZ AE01Bluetooth adapter · from 69,95 €
KZ AE01 – Bluetooth 5.4 Adapter for 2-Pin Earphones - KZ Carol Pro TWSTrue wireless · from 69,95 €
KZ CAROL PRO TWS – Bluetooth Earbuds with Active Noise Cancellation - KZ SoraTrue wireless · from 52,95 €
KZ SORA – Bluetooth 5.4 True Wireless Earbuds - KZ ZenithDynamic driver · from 138,95 €
KZ ZENITH – In-Ear Monitors with Adjustable Tuning - KZ ZARHybrid · from 112,95 €
KZ ZAR – 16-Driver Hybrid In-Ear Monitors - KZ ZS12 Pro XHybrid · from 104,95 €
KZ ZS12 PRO X – 12-Driver Metal Hybrid In-Ear Monitors - KZ ZA12Hybrid · from 95,95 €
KZ ZA12 – Hybrid In-Ear Monitors with Dual Dynamic Drivers - KZ AS16 Pro XBalanced armatures only · from 95,95 €
KZ AS16 PRO X – 16 Balanced Armature In-Ear Monitors with Flat Cable - KZ ZSX ProHybrid · from 86,95 €
KZ ZSX PRO – 12-Driver Hybrid In-Ear Monitors - KZ PRXPlanar driver · from 87,95 €
KZ PRX – Planar Driver In-Ear Monitors - KZ ZS10 Pro 2Hybrid · from 87,95 €
KZ ZS10 PRO 2 – Hybrid In-Ear Monitors with Adjustable Tuning - KZ ZS10 Pro XHybrid · from 87,95 €
KZ ZS10 PRO X – 10-Driver Hybrid In-Ear Monitors - KZ PR3Planar driver · from 78,95 €
KZ PR3 – In-Ear Monitors with 13.2 mm Planar Driver - KZ AS16 ProBalanced armatures only · from 87,95 €
KZ AS16 PRO – 16 Balanced Armature In-Ear Monitors - KZ ZSXHybrid · from 70,95 €
KZ ZSX – 12-Driver Hybrid In-Ear Monitors - KZ ZS10 ProHybrid · from 69,95 €
KZ ZS10 PRO – 10-Driver Hybrid In-Ear Monitors - KZ Castor ProDynamic driver · from 61,95 €
KZ CASTOR PRO – In-Ear Monitors with Dual 10 mm Drivers - KZ ZSN Pro 2Hybrid · from 60,95 €
KZ ZSN PRO 2 – Hybrid In-Ear Monitors with Super-Linear Driver - KZ SagaDynamic driver · from 52,95 €
KZ SAGA – Metal In-Ear Monitors with Dynamic Driver - KZ D-FIDynamic driver · from 52,95 €
KZ D-FI – In-Ear Monitors with Dual-Cavity Driver - KZ EDADynamic driver · from 52,95 €
KZ EDA – 3-Pack of In-Ear Monitors - KZ ZSN Pro XHybrid · from 52,95 €
KZ ZSN PRO X – Hybrid In-Ear Monitors with Zinc Faceplate - KZ ZEX ProHybrid · from 61,95 €
KZ ZEX PRO – Hybrid In-Ear Monitors with Electrostatic Driver - KZ ZVX ProDynamic driver · from 43,95 €
KZ ZVX PRO – Metal In-Ear Monitors with Flat Cable - KZ EDX Pro XDynamic driver · from 43,95 €
KZ EDX PRO X – In-Ear Monitors with Super-Linear Driver - KZ CastorDynamic driver · from 43,95 €
KZ CASTOR – Dual Dynamic Driver In-Ear Monitors - KZ KrilaHybrid · from 43,95 €
KZ KRILA – Hybrid In-Ear Monitors with Adjustable Tuning - KZ ZSTHybrid · from 43,95 €
KZ ZST – 2-Driver Hybrid In-Ear Monitors - KZ ZESHybrid · from 43,95 €
KZ ZES – In-Ear Monitors with Electrostatic and Dynamic Drivers - KZ ESXDynamic driver · from 43,95 €
KZ ESX – In-Ear Monitors with 12 mm Dynamic Driver - KZ DQSDynamic driver · from 34,95 €
KZ DQS – Semi-Open In-Ear Monitors - KZ ZSN ProHybrid · from 34,95 €
KZ ZSN PRO – 2-Driver Hybrid In-Ear Monitors - KZ EDX ProDynamic driver · from 34,95 €
KZ EDX PRO – In-Ear Monitors with Dual-Magnet Driver - KZ EDX UltraDynamic driver · from 34,95 €
KZ EDX ULTRA – In-Ear Monitors with Silver-Plated Cable - KZ EDC ProDynamic driver · from 0,00 €
KZ EDC PRO – Resin and Metal In-Ear Monitors - KZ EDX LiteDynamic driver · from 0,00 €
KZ EDX LITE – In-Ear Monitors with Detachable Flat Cable - KZ EDXDynamic driver · from 0,00 €
KZ EDX – In-Ear Monitors with 10 mm Dynamic Driver - Passive isolationGlossary
How much outside noise an in-ear blocks simply by sealing the ear canal with the ear tip. No… - Ear tipsGlossary
The silicone or foam tips that go on the earphone nozzle. They come in sizes (S, M, L) and are… - Headphone amplifierGlossary
A device that gives the earphones more power. In-ears are usually easy to drive and work well with a phone, a… - Balanced armature (BA)Glossary
A very small driver in which a reed moves between magnets. It is efficient and precise, but each armature covers well a… - Detachable cableGlossary
A cable that comes off the earphone. If it breaks or you want another one (with mic, USB-C, longer), you change the cable and not… - Active noise cancelling (ANC)Glossary
A system with microphones and electronics that generates a signal opposite to the noise to cancel it. It is a feature of some wireless earphones; the… - ClickGlossary
A metronome track that the drummer (or the whole band) hears through the in-ears to play in time, especially with backing tracks… - 2-pin connectorGlossary
The most common detachable cable connector on in-ears: two thin pins that go into the earphone. It is the one used by almost… - Bluetooth codecGlossary
The format used to compress and send audio over Bluetooth (SBC, AAC, aptX, LDAC…). Both devices have to share… - DACGlossary
Digital-to-analog converter: it turns digital audio into the signal that drives the earphones. A phone without a jack needs one,… - DriverGlossary
The part that turns the electrical signal into sound. An earphone can have one or several, of different types (dynamic, balanced armature… - Dynamic driver (DD)Glossary
A driver with a membrane that moves a coil inside a magnet, like a miniature speaker. It is the most common type… - Planar driverGlossary
A driver with a very thin membrane with a printed circuit, placed between magnets. It moves more evenly than a membrane… - Sound signatureGlossary
How an earphone balances bass, mids and treble: V-shaped (boosted bass and treble), neutral, warm… The versions of… - Harman (curve)Glossary
A reference curve that came out of Harman research on which response most listeners prefer. When a KZ has… - HybridGlossary
An earphone that combines driver types, usually one or more dynamic drivers for the bass and balanced armatures for the mids and treble. More… - ImpedanceGlossary
The resistance the earphone offers to the signal, in ohms (Ω). With low impedance, like most in-ears,… - Tuning switchesGlossary
Small switches that some KZ have on the shell to change the sound (more or less bass or treble). More in switches… - 3.5 mm and 4.4 mm jackGlossary
The 3.5 mm jack is the classic headphone plug. The 4.4 mm one is the balanced version… - LatencyGlossary
The delay between something sounding and you hearing it. Bluetooth adds a delay that you notice when playing; that is why for… - Monitor mixGlossary
What each musician hears through their in-ears: a send from the desk with their instrument, the vocals, the click… adjusted to… - MMCXGlossary
Another detachable cable connector, round and rotating. KZ mainly uses the 2-pin one, so an MMCX cable… - In-ear monitors (IEM)Glossary
Earphones that go inside the ear canal and that musicians use to hear themselves on stage instead of wedges.… - IEM bodypackGlossary
The receiver the musician wears on their belt: it receives their monitor mix (wired or wireless) and has its own… - Pin B and Pin CGlossary
The two versions of the 2-pin connector KZ uses. They differ in the shape of the connector, so it is worth knowing… - Frequency responseGlossary
The range of sounds, from bass to treble, that an earphone reproduces, in hertz (for example, 20 Hz–20 kHz). It gives the range,… - SensitivityGlossary
The volume an earphone gives with a given power (dB/mW). The higher it is, the more volume it gets from a phone or a… - TWSGlossary
True Wireless Stereo: Bluetooth earphones with no cable at all, not even between the two. More in TWS or adapter. - WaysGlossary
How many parts the sound is split into between the drivers of an earphone. In 3-way in-ears, some drivers…
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Technical conceptsIn-ear earphone glossary: terms explainedWhat impedance, a dynamic driver, a balanced armature or Pin C mean: the terms on in-ear earphone spec sheets explained in one sentence.Reviewed 17 Oct 2026
Cables and accessoriesCables for KZ earphones: which to choose and when to replace yoursCables for KZ earphones: 3.5 mm replacement, USB-C with DAC, dual microphone or 8-core. Which to choose, how to swap it and which connector you need.Reviewed 11 Oct 2026
Care and maintenanceHow to clean in-ear earphones and when to replace the ear tipsHow to clean in-ear earphones step by step: ear tips, mesh, shell and cable. What not to do and when it is time to replace the ear tips.Reviewed 11 Oct 2026
Setup and useWired earphones on a phone without a jack: USB-C, DAC and BluetoothHow to use wired earphones on a phone without a headphone jack: USB-C adapter with DAC, 2-pin USB-C cable or Bluetooth adapter. Which one suits you.Reviewed 11 Oct 2026
Choosing a modelIEMs for drummers: how to choose them and which KZ to useIEMs for drummers: what to look for (isolation, fit, bass and cable), how to connect them to an acoustic or electronic kit and which KZ to choose.Reviewed 11 Oct 2026
Setup and useIn-ear monitors for live use: what you need to get startedWhat you need to play with in-ear monitors: earphones that isolate, a monitor mix and a way to get it to your ears, wired or with a wireless bodypack.Reviewed 11 Oct 2026
ComparisonsKZ AS16 Pro, AS16 Pro X, AM16 and AS24 Pro: a guide to KZ's all-BA modelsKZ's all balanced armature models compared: AS16 Pro, AS16 Pro X, AM16 and AS24 Pro. Drivers, versions, sensitivity and which one to choose.Reviewed 11 Oct 2026
ComparisonsKZ EDC Pro, EDX Lite o EDX: los KZ más baratos, comparadosKZ EDC Pro, EDX Lite and EDX: the three cheapest KZ models, each with one dynamic driver. How they differ, which connector each one uses and which to choose.Reviewed 11 Oct 2026
ComparisonsKZ DQS vs KZ EDX Pro: which to choose at the same priceKZ DQS vs KZ EDX Pro: two single dynamic driver IEMs at the same price. Semi-open design versus dual magnet, comparison table and which to choose.Reviewed 11 Oct 2026
ComparisonsKZ AS16 Pro X vs KZ ZAR: all balanced armature or hybridKZ AS16 Pro X vs KZ ZAR: eight drivers per side in both, but one is all balanced armature and the other is a hybrid. Comparison table and which to choose.Reviewed 11 Oct 2026
ComparisonsKZ ZS12 Pro X vs ZS10 Pro X: differences and which one to chooseKZ ZS12 Pro X vs ZS10 Pro X: 6 or 5 drivers per side, zinc or resin shell, and a version with tuning switches. Comparison table and which one to choose.Reviewed 27 Oct 2026
ComparisonsKZ AS16 Pro vs AS16 Pro X: differences and which to chooseKZ AS16 Pro vs AS16 Pro X: the same 16 BA drivers, a different layout, shell and cable. Comparison table with official specs and which to choose.Reviewed 6 Oct 2026
ComparisonsKZ PR3 vs KZ PRX: KZ's planar IEMsKZ PR3 vs KZ PRX: KZ's two planar earphones head to head. Driver, sensitivity, shell and what the PRX improves according to the manufacturer.Reviewed 6 Oct 2026
ComparisonsKZ Castor vs Castor Pro: differences and which to chooseKZ Castor vs Castor Pro: two dynamic drivers and tuning switches in both. What changes in drivers, shell and the Harman and Bass versions.Reviewed 6 Oct 2026
Cables and accessoriesPin B or Pin C: how to tell which connector your KZ usesPin B or Pin C: how to tell which connector your KZ earphones use, which models use each and which cable or Bluetooth adapter you need.Reviewed 6 Oct 2026
Technical conceptsImpedance and sensitivity: what you need for your earphones to sound good with a phoneWhat a pair of earphones' impedance (Ω) and sensitivity (dB) mean and how to know whether your KZ will sound good from a phone with no amp.Reviewed 6 Oct 2026
Choosing a modelBest KZ earphones for gamingThe best KZ earphones for gaming: Gale, Axas and Phantom, with dual microphone and a USB-C version, plus other lag-free models for every budget.Reviewed 27 Oct 2026
Choosing a modelBest KZ IEMs for musicians and live use (in-ear monitors)The best KZ in-ear monitors for musicians: isolation, accuracy and a detachable cable for rehearsal, stage and studio. Our picks.Reviewed 6 Oct 2026
Choosing a modelKZ Bluetooth: TWS or adapter, which suits youKZ Bluetooth: the differences between TWS earbuds (Carol Pro, Sora) and an adapter for your wired KZ (AN01, AZ09, AE01). Which suits you.Reviewed 6 Oct 2026
Choosing a modelGift guide: which KZ to give, by budgetGift guide: which KZ earphones to give depending on your budget and who they are for. Options from under €30 to the top of the range.Reviewed 6 Oct 2026
Technical conceptsKZ (Knowledge Zenith): who they are and why they sound so good for so littleWho is behind KZ (Knowledge Zenith), how the brand became known and why its in-ear earphones offer so much for so little money.Reviewed 6 Oct 2026
Choosing a modelBest KZ earphones for sports and everyday useThe best KZ earphones for sports and daily use: secure fit, a mic for calls and wireless options. Our picks.Reviewed 6 Oct 2026
Choosing a modelBest KZ earphones under €50The best KZ earphones under €50: budget dynamics and hybrids with a detachable cable. What each offers and which to pick.Reviewed 27 Oct 2026
Choosing a modelWhich KZ earphones to buy: the complete guide by use and budgetWhich KZ earphones to buy for your use and budget: a first pair, gaming, music, stage or wireless. A guide with our recommended models.Reviewed 27 Oct 2026
Cables and accessoriesHow to make your KZ wireless: AN01, AZ09 and AE01How to turn wired KZ earphones wireless with a Bluetooth adapter: AN01, AZ09 or AE01. Compatibility, codecs, battery life and steps.Reviewed 6 Oct 2026
ComparisonsKZ ZAR vs KZ Zenith: 16-driver hybrid or flagship dynamicKZ ZAR vs KZ Zenith: a 1DD + 7BA hybrid against a dynamic with Driver X and switch tuning. A table of official specs and which to choose.Reviewed 6 Oct 2026
ComparisonsKZ ZS10 Pro, ZS10 Pro X and ZS10 Pro 2: how they differThe ZS10 Pro, ZS10 Pro X and ZS10 Pro 2 share 5 drivers per side, but the armatures, cable and switch tuning differ. Which to choose.Reviewed 6 Oct 2026
ComparisonsKZ EDX Pro, EDX Pro X, EDX Ultra and EDX Lite: a guide to the EDX rangeA guide to the KZ EDX range: EDX, EDX Lite, EDX Pro, EDX Pro X and EDX Ultra. What changes between them, a table of official specs and which to buy.Reviewed 6 Oct 2026Technical conceptsDynamic, balanced armature, planar and hybrid drivers: what each one meansWhat a dynamic driver, a balanced armature, a planar and a hybrid are, how each sounds and what 1DD + 4BA means on a KZ.Reviewed 6 Oct 2026
Setup and useHow to wear in-ear earphones properly and choose the right ear tipHow to wear in-ear earphones with the cable over the ear and choose the right ear tip size. Without a good seal, you lose the bass.Reviewed 6 Oct 2026
Setup and useKZ tuning switches: what each position doesWhat the tuning switches on the KZ Zenith, ZS10 Pro 2, Krila, Castor, Castor Pro and D-Fi do, position by position, and how to change them.Reviewed 6 Oct 2026No guides with those filters yet. Try another topic or send us your question.
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Playing live and rehearsingHearing yourself in the rehearsal room and on stage: what you need to start with in-ears,…14 guides →DrumsDrums are the loudest instrument in the room. How to choose in-ears that let you hear…3 guides →Guitar and bassFor guitarists and bassists who want to hear themselves clearly: which type of in-ear suits each…2 guides →VocalsFor singers: hearing your voice above the band without straining it. Which in-ears to choose and…2 guides →Recording and mixing at homeFor your home studio: what to look for in in-ears for tracking and checking mixes, and…8 guides →Listening to musicIf you just want great-sounding music: how to choose across the KZ range by budget, what…26 guides →Gaming and filmsFor gaming and films: in-ears with a mic, good sound separation and the right cable or…6 guides →Everyday and sportFor everyday use, the gym or running: light, sturdy, easy-to-carry models, wired or wireless.11 guides →
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Everything we have published about each model: comparisons, guides and who it suits.
8 guíasKZ ZARfrom 112,95 €See guide →
7 guíasKZ EDX Profrom 34,95 €See guide →
6 guíasKZ Krilafrom 43,95 €See guide →
5 guíasKZ AS16 Profrom 87,95 €See guide →
5 guíasKZ AS16 Pro Xfrom 95,95 €See guide →
5 guíasKZ EDC Profrom 0,00 €See guide →
5 guíasKZ EDX Litefrom 0,00 €See guide →
5 guíasKZ ZS10 Pro Xfrom 87,95 €See guide →
4 guíasKZ Zenithfrom 138,95 €See guide →
3 guíasKZ AE01from 69,95 €See guide →
3 guíasKZ AN01from 78,95 €See guide →
3 guíasKZ AZ09from 52,95 €See guide →
3 guíasKZ Castorfrom 43,95 €See guide →
3 guíasKZ Castor Profrom 61,95 €See guide →
3 guíasKZ DQSfrom 34,95 €See guide →
3 guíasKZ EDXfrom 0,00 €See guide →
3 guíasKZ EDX Ultrafrom 34,95 €See guide →
3 guíasKZ PR3from 78,95 €See guide →
2 guíasKZ Carol Pro TWSfrom 69,95 €See guide →
2 guíasKZ ZS10 Pro 2from 87,95 €See guide →
1 guíaKZ AM16from 87,95 €See guide →
1 guíaKZ AS24 Profrom 218,95 €See guide →
1 guíaKZ D-Fifrom 52,95 €See guide →
1 guíaKZ EDX Pro Xfrom 43,95 €See guide →
1 guíaKZ ESXfrom 43,95 €See guide →
1 guíaKZ PRXfrom 87,95 €See guide →
1 guíaKZ Sagafrom 52,95 €See guide →
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A–Z glossary
The terms you see on spec sheets, explained in one sentence.
Passive isolationEar tipsHeadphone amplifierBalanced armature (BA)Detachable cableActive noise cancelling (ANC)Click2-pin connectorBluetooth codecDACDriverDynamic driver (DD)Planar driverSound signatureHarman (curve)HybridImpedanceTuning switches3.5 mm and 4.4 mm jackLatencyMonitor mixMMCXIn-ear monitors (IEM)IEM bodypackPin B and Pin CFrequency responseSensitivityTWSWays
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How we write these guides
Official data
Drivers, connector, impedance and versions come from KZ’s spec sheets (kz-audio.com). What KZ claims is attributed to KZ.
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Every guide shows when it was last reviewed. When a model or price changes, it gets updated.
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We don’t make up isolation figures or promise “studio sound”. If something isn’t clear, we say so.
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