EPZ Q5 VS TRUTHEAR x Crinacle Zero Red

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EPZ Q5 and TRUTHEAR x Crinacle Zero Red are in-ear monitors. EPZ Q5 costs $50 while TRUTHEAR x Crinacle Zero Red costs $55. TRUTHEAR x Crinacle Zero Red is $5 more expensive. TRUTHEAR x Crinacle Zero Red holds a slight 0.4-point edge in reviewer scores (5.5 vs 5.9). TRUTHEAR x Crinacle Zero Red has better mids with a 0.9-point edge, TRUTHEAR x Crinacle Zero Red has significantly better treble with a 1.8-point edge, TRUTHEAR x Crinacle Zero Red has significantly better dynamics with a 3-point edge and EPZ Q5 has slightly better soundstage with a 0.3-point edge.

Insights

Metric EPZ Q5 TRUTHEAR x Crinacle Zero Red
Bass 5.5 6.2
Mids 5 5.9
Treble 4 5.8
Details 5.5 4.8
Soundstage 6 5.8
Imaging 5.5 4.8
Dynamics 2 5
Gaming capabilities 5.2 5.5

EPZ Q5 Aggregated Review Score

EPZ Q5 Average Reviewer Scores

Jaytiss
Jays Audio
Z-Reviews

Average Reviewer Score:

5.5

Mixed


TRUTHEAR x Crinacle Zero Red Aggregated Review Score

TRUTHEAR x Crinacle Zero Red Average Reviewer Scores

Nymz
Jays Audio Jaytiss Shuwa-T
Tim Tuned Gizaudio Axel
Z-Reviews Super* Review

Average Reviewer Score:

5.9

Mixed


EPZ Q5 User Review Score

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TRUTHEAR x Crinacle Zero Red User Review Score

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EPZ Q5 Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

  • The gaming score is prioritizing technical capabilities of the IEM (Separation, Layering, Soundstage) and good value.

Gaming Score

5.2

Gaming Grade

C+

TRUTHEAR x Crinacle Zero Red Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

  • The gaming score is prioritizing technical capabilities of the IEM (Separation, Layering, Soundstage) and good value.

Gaming Score

5.5

Gaming Grade

B-

EPZ Q5 Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

B-
  • Generally enjoyable tonal character with some noticeable unevenness. Maintains listenability while showing room for refinement in frequency balance.

Average Technical Grade

C+
  • Satisfactory technical performance. Handles basic detail retrieval adequately in most tracks. Maintains reasonable cohesion in simpler arrangements.
Mids C+
Decent midrange performance - balanced but unremarkable. Adequate clarity for most genres without notable flaws.
Treble C-
Average treble performance - present but lacking refinement. Some graininess or splashiness affects clarity.
Dynamics E+
Limited dynamic range with poor micro-detail. Subtle volume changes are lost, and transients lack proper attack.
Soundstage B
Good soundstage with proper width and depth. Instruments have clear positioning with reasonable front/back placement.
Gaming C+
Fundamental left/right positioning with limited depth perception. Works for non-competitive gaming but lacks precision.

TRUTHEAR x Crinacle Zero Red Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

B-
  • Generally enjoyable tonal character with some noticeable unevenness. Maintains listenability while showing room for refinement in frequency balance.

Average Technical Grade

C+
  • Satisfactory technical performance. Handles basic detail retrieval adequately in most tracks. Maintains reasonable cohesion in simpler arrangements.
Bass B
Good bass foundation with decent impact. Maintains acceptable control while providing satisfying thump in most tracks.
Mids B-
Decent midrange performance - balanced but unremarkable. Adequate clarity for most genres without notable flaws.
Treble B-
Decent treble with acceptable extension and detail. Can sound slightly unrefined but avoids being harsh or sibilant.
Dynamics C+
Decent dynamic performance. Good macro-contrast but micro-dynamics could be more nuanced. Satisfactory impact.
Soundstage B-
Decent spatial presentation with noticeable width. Some depth perception but height dimension remains underdeveloped.
Details C
Average resolution - reveals basic elements but misses subtleties. Satisfactory for casual listening but lacks refinement.
Imaging C
Average imaging - reasonable localization but lacks specificity. Instruments have general positions but lack pinpoint accuracy.
Gaming B-
Moderate spatial presentation conveys general directionality. Suitable for casual play where precision isn't critical.

EPZ Q5 Reviews

EPZ Q5 reviewed by:

Z-Reviews 7 * score normalized

EPZ Q5 reviewed by:

Jays Audio 5 Reviewer Score
A- Tuning
B Tech
Can be a bit bright on pop/edm, but very good for jazz/blues/soul and warm instrumentals.

Jays Audio original ranking

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- Jays Audio

EPZ Q5 reviewed by:

Jaytiss 4.5 Reviewer Score
C Tuning
C- Tech
Nice Bass response, great graph, overall clean set.

Jaytiss original ranking

Jaytiss Youtube Channel
- Jaytiss
Mids: C+ Treble: C- Dynamics: E+ Soundstage: B

TRUTHEAR x Crinacle Zero Red Reviews

TRUTHEAR x Crinacle Zero Red reviewed by:

Z-Reviews 7 * score normalized
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TRUTHEAR x Crinacle Zero Red reviewed by:

Jays Audio 5 Reviewer Score
B+ Tuning
B- Tech
Great all-rounder, IEF-harman. Bass is a bit pillowy.

Jays Audio original ranking

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- Jays Audio

TRUTHEAR x Crinacle Zero Red reviewed by:

Super* Review 7* * score normalized

TRUTHEAR x Crinacle Zero Red reviewed by:

Tim Tuned 6.5 Reviewer Score
B+ Tuning
A- Tech
Pros: Balanced tuning, smooth and natural timbre, good stage. Cons: Can use more micro details.

Tim Tuned original ranking

Tim Tuned Youtube Channel
- Tim Tuned
Bass: A+ Mids: S Treble: A-

TRUTHEAR x Crinacle Zero Red reviewed by:

Jaytiss 5.8 Reviewer Score
C Tuning
C+ Tech
I think this is massivly overhyped, but it's not terrible and a great value with impedance adapters

Jaytiss original ranking

Jaytiss Youtube Channel
- Jaytiss
Mids: C+ Treble: C+ Dynamics: C+ Soundstage: B

TRUTHEAR x Crinacle Zero Red reviewed by:

Gizaudio Axel 6 Reviewer Score
A- Tuning
B- Tech
Great balanced, smooth tuning. Needs more bass for my taste, can be a bit soft at times.

Gizaudio Axel original ranking

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TRUTHEAR x Crinacle Zero Red reviewed by:

Shuwa-T 5.7 Reviewer Score
C+ Tuning
B Tech
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- Shuwa-T
Bass: B- Mids: C Treble: B Soundstage: B- Details: B Imaging: B+

TRUTHEAR x Crinacle Zero Red reviewed by:

Nymz 4.3 Reviewer Score
C+ Tuning
D Tech
Brilliant tonal balance with the option to for extra bass. A bargain at its price point.

Nymz original ranking

Nymz Website

- Nymz
Bass: C+ Mids: C+ Treble: C+ Details: D+ Imaging: D

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