Fiio JD1 VS KZ Taurus

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Fiio JD1 and KZ Taurus are in-ear monitors. Fiio JD1 costs $25 while KZ Taurus costs $25. KZ Taurus holds a clear 0.8-point edge in reviewer scores (5 vs 5.8). KZ Taurus has significantly better treble with a 4-point edge, Fiio JD1 has significantly better dynamics with a 1-point edge and Fiio JD1 has significantly better soundstage with a 1-point edge.

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Metric Fiio JD1 KZ Taurus
Mids 5 5
Treble 2 6
Soundstage 6 5
Dynamics 5 4
Tonality 5 5.4
Technicalities 2 6.5
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Fiio JD1 Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Jaytiss

Average Reviewer Score:

5

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KZ Taurus Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Jaytiss Kois Archive
Head-Fi.org

Average Reviewer Score:

5.8

Mixed

Reviews Comparison

Fiio JD1 reviewed by Jaytiss

Jaytiss 5 Reviewer Score
C+ Tuning
E+ Tech
Fun, cool, great build, but not it.

Jaytiss original ranking

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Mids: C+ Treble: E+ Dynamics: C+ Soundstage: B

KZ Taurus reviewed by Jaytiss

2025-08-28
Jaytiss 5.8 Reviewer Score
C Tuning
B Tech
Sizzly!

Jaytiss original ranking

Jaytiss Youtube Channel
Mids: C+ Treble: B Dynamics: C- Soundstage: C+
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KZ Taurus reviewed by Kois Archive

Kois Archive 5.2 Reviewer Score
B Tuning
A- Tech
Rating: C- | Value: ⭐ | Gaming: 🎮 | Comfort: 9 sound nice with impedance adapter spicy mid and treble. not vented?

Kois Archive original ranking

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KZ Taurus reviewed by Head-Fi.org

Head-Fi.org 6.5 * score rescaled + normalized
6 community members have rated the KZ Taurus at an average of 3.5/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Generally Favorable.

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Fiio JD1 User Review Score

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Fiio JD1 Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

2.9

Gaming Grade

D-

KZ Taurus Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

6.2

Gaming Grade

B

Fiio JD1 Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

C+
  • It sounds pleasant overall, with some uneven spots that hint at room for refinement. Vocals remain pleasant despite the imperfections.

Average Technical Grade

E+
  • The presentation is claustrophobic and blurred, leaving simple arrangements sounding chaotic and lifeless. The presentation feels more like background noise than music.
Mids C+
The mids are solid and dependable, though not especially remarkable. Vocals stay reasonably grounded in the mix.
Treble E+
The upper end is cloaked, leaving cymbals lacking shimmer and air. Overtones hide behind the midrange.
Dynamics C+
Dynamics feel competent, bringing energy without the finest detail. It carries energy without sounding aggressive.
Soundstage B
Good soundstage with proper width and depth, placing instruments in clearly defined positions. Instruments sit in their own lanes.
Gaming D-
Compromised imaging significantly impacts gameplay awareness. Directional cues often lack accuracy or consistency.

KZ Taurus Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

C+
  • Expect a friendly tonal balance that could use polish but remains inviting. Great for casual listening, less so for purists.

Average Technical Grade

B+
  • Technical ability is serviceable, keeping basic detail intact across simpler tracks. It keeps up with acoustic tracks without much fuss.
Mids C+
The mids are solid and dependable, though not especially remarkable. Vocals stay reasonably grounded in the mix.
Treble B
Highs sound lively and extended while remaining controlled. Detail retrieval keeps shimmer intact.
Dynamics C-
Dynamics are average—competent yet lacking real excitement. It keeps music listenable but uninspiring.
Soundstage C+
The image breathes a little, spacing instruments laterally while sketching a light sense of distance. Separation improves with cleaner recordings.
Gaming B
Decent spatial awareness for fundamental positioning. Creates satisfying atmosphere in story-driven games while handling basic directional cues.

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