EPZ Q5 Pro V2 VS KZ ZA12

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EPZ Q5 Pro V2 and KZ ZA12 are in-ear monitors. EPZ Q5 Pro V2 costs $56 while KZ ZA12 costs $65. KZ ZA12 is $9 more expensive. EPZ Q5 Pro V2 holds a clear 0.7-point edge in reviewer scores (5.5 vs 4.8). EPZ Q5 Pro V2 has significantly better dynamics with a 3-point edge.

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Metric EPZ Q5 Pro V2 KZ ZA12
Mids 5 5
Treble 5 5
Soundstage 5 5
Dynamics 5 2
Tonality 4.5 4.8
Technicalities 5 5
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EPZ Q5 Pro V2 Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Jaytiss

Average Reviewer Score:

5.5

Mixed

KZ ZA12 Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Jaytiss

Average Reviewer Score:

4.8

Generally Unfavorable

Reviews Comparison

EPZ Q5 Pro V2 reviewed by Jaytiss

Jaytiss 5.5 Reviewer Score
C Tuning
C+ Tech
Bright for me.

Jaytiss original ranking

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Mids: C+ Treble: C+ Dynamics: C+ Soundstage: C+

KZ ZA12 reviewed by Jaytiss

Jaytiss 4.8 Reviewer Score
C Tuning
C+ Tech
Jumps to a B Tier with a 80 ohm adapter. Pretty wild.

Jaytiss original ranking

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

EPZ Q5 Pro V2 User Review Score

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EPZ Q5 Pro V2 Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

4.9

Gaming Grade

C

KZ ZA12 Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

4.9

Gaming Grade

C

EPZ Q5 Pro V2 Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

C
  • It struggles with balance, producing a lumpy response that rarely sounds coherent. Genre hopping highlights glaring inconsistencies.

Average Technical Grade

C+
  • Overall technicalities are acceptable, delivering enough clarity for casual sessions. Imaging is serviceable though not immersive.
Mids C+
The mids are solid and dependable, though not especially remarkable. Vocals stay reasonably grounded in the mix.
Treble C+
Treble is decent, offering acceptable extension without harshness. It balances presence with a touch of restraint.
Dynamics C+
You get reliable macrodynamics, with micro shifts that remain only adequate. A reliable performer for most tracks.
Soundstage C+
Decent spatial presentation with noticeable width and a modest step forward in depth perception. There's a mild sense of width to enjoy.
Gaming C
Minimal environmental definition provides only general audio cues. Suitable for games where positioning isn't critical.

KZ ZA12 Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

C
  • The tuning lacks refinement, jumping between dull and shouty without settling. Vocals frequently sound off-kilter.

Average Technical Grade

C+
  • Overall technicalities are acceptable, delivering enough clarity for casual sessions. Imaging is serviceable though not immersive.
Mids C+
It presents a stable midrange foundation suitable for everyday listening. Clarity is serviceable without standing out.
Treble C+
Treble is decent, offering acceptable extension without harshness. It balances presence with a touch of restraint.
Dynamics E+
Expect constrained dynamics that blur the edges of quieter details. It struggles to render sudden changes.
Soundstage C+
The image breathes a little, spacing instruments laterally while sketching a light sense of distance. Separation improves with cleaner recordings.
Gaming C
Minimal environmental definition provides only general audio cues. Suitable for games where positioning isn't critical.

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