KZ EDC PRO VS Truthear Gate

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KZ EDC PRO and Truthear Gate are in-ear monitors. KZ EDC PRO costs $12 while Truthear Gate costs $90. Truthear Gate is $78 more expensive. KZ EDC PRO holds a slight 0.2-point edge in reviewer scores (5.4 vs 5.2). KZ EDC PRO has better bass with a 0.8-point edge, KZ EDC PRO has significantly better mids with a 1.6-point edge, KZ EDC PRO has significantly better treble with a 2.1-point edge, KZ EDC PRO has significantly better dynamics with a 4-point edge, KZ EDC PRO has better soundstage with a 0.8-point edge, Truthear Gate has better details with a 0.5-point edge and Truthear Gate has significantly better imaging with a 1-point edge.

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Metric KZ EDC PRO Truthear Gate
Bass 5.8 5
Mids 5.3 3.8
Treble 5.3 3.3
Details 5.5 6
Soundstage 5 4.3
Imaging 4.5 5.5
Dynamics 5 1
Tonality 5.9 4.5
Technicalities 5.1 3.9

KZ EDC PRO Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Shuwa-T Kois Archive Jays Audio
Jaytiss
Audio Amigo
Bad Guy Good Audio

Average Reviewer Score:

5.4

Mixed to Negative

Truthear Gate Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Jaytiss
Jays Audio
Shuwa-T
Audio Amigo Head-Fi.org
Super* Review

Average Reviewer Score:

5.2

Mixed to Negative

Reviews Comparison

KZ EDC PRO reviewed by Audio Amigo

Audio Amigo 6 * score rescaled + normalized
Great driver with great tuning for the price. Try to get for under $10

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Truthear Gate reviewed by Audio Amigo

Audio Amigo 6 * score rescaled + normalized
A milder version of the Chu2. Best cable and accessories package under $20

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KZ EDC PRO reviewed by Jaytiss

Jaytiss 5.8 Reviewer Score
C Tuning
C- Tech
12 Dollars, moderate your expectations, but it's ok.

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Mids: C+ Treble: C- Dynamics: C+ Soundstage: B
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Truthear Gate reviewed by Jaytiss

Jaytiss 1.8 Reviewer Score
E Tuning
E- Tech
Yuck, at least it has a cable.

Jaytiss original ranking

Jaytiss Youtube Channel
Mids: E+ Treble: E- Dynamics: E- Soundstage: D

KZ EDC PRO reviewed by Shuwa-T

Shuwa-T 4.8 Reviewer Score
C Tuning
C Tech
How this was recommended ever befuddles me, nothing about this set works unless you listen to only the two extremes

Shuwa-T original ranking

Shuwa-T Website

Bass: B- Mids: C- Treble: C+ Soundstage: C- Details: B- Imaging: C

Truthear Gate reviewed by Shuwa-T

Shuwa-T 5.5 Reviewer Score
C+ Tuning
B- Tech
Female vocals focused tuning with decent separation between instrumentals Because of the over emphasis on female vocals, it does not replay male centric or bassier genres well

Shuwa-T original ranking

Shuwa-T Website

Bass: C+ Mids: B- Treble: B- Soundstage: B- Details: B Imaging: B-

KZ EDC PRO reviewed by Jays Audio

Jays Audio 4 Reviewer Score
A- Tuning
C+ Tech
Nicely tuned v shape, smooth treble for the price/single DD, also very cheap on sale... but KZ.

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Truthear Gate reviewed by Jays Audio

Jays Audio 4 Reviewer Score
B+ Tuning
C+ Tech
All rounder with less uppermids than the EW100P, very close to waner.

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KZ EDC PRO (more reviews)

KZ EDC PRO reviewed by Bad Guy Good Audio

Bad Guy Good Audio 7.5 Reviewer Score
A+ Tuning
A- Tech
Tonality, inoffensive tuning BA bass

Bad Guy Good Audio original ranking

Bad Guy Good Audio Youtube Channel
Bass: B Mids: A- Treble: A-

KZ EDC PRO reviewed by Kois Archive

Kois Archive 4 Reviewer Score
C+ Tuning
C+ Tech
Rating: D- | Value: ⭐⭐ | Comfort: 10 can buy it for $1! muddy bass

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Truthear Gate (more reviews)

Truthear Gate reviewed by Super* Review

Super* Review 7* * score rescaled + normalized
Nice frequency response. Stellar Cable. Bright but not overly in the vocals. I would still call it a mild V-Shaped sound signature.

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Truthear Gate reviewed by Head-Fi.org

Head-Fi.org 6.6 * score rescaled + normalized
22 community members have rated the Truthear Gate at an average of 4.2/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Very Positive.

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KZ EDC PRO User Review Score

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KZ EDC PRO Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

5.4

Gaming Grade

C+

Truthear Gate Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

4.1

Gaming Grade

C-

KZ EDC PRO Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

B-
  • The tuning leans easygoing, yet occasional unevenness nudges it away from greatness. A bit of EQ polish can smooth things nicely.

Average Technical Grade

C+
  • Technical ability is serviceable, keeping basic detail intact across simpler tracks. It keeps up with acoustic tracks without much fuss.
Bass B-
The bass offers steady support without stepping into the spotlight. There's just enough punch for everyday playlists.
Mids C+
Midrange performance is decent, offering balanced presence without major flaws. It works well for casual background listening.
Treble C+
Treble is decent, offering acceptable extension without harshness. It balances presence with a touch of restraint.
Dynamics C+
Dynamic performance is decent, delivering respectable macro swings with limited nuance. There's a fair amount of macrodynamic swing.
Soundstage C+
You start to perceive distinct rows of players even if the ceiling still feels low. Layering is present but still modest.
Details B-
The mix feels articulate, yet the tiniest ripples don't always sparkle. Background ambience is reasonably clear.
Imaging C
Separation is good enough for casual listening yet misses audiophile precision. Depth remains limited but present.
Gaming C+
Fundamental left/right positioning with limited depth perception. Works for non-competitive gaming but lacks precision.

Truthear Gate Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

C
  • Tonality remains inconsistent, with uneven peaks and dips that disrupt musical flow. You'll constantly notice peaks or dips pulling focus.

Average Technical Grade

D+
  • Even moderate complexity exposes the limited resolution and narrow sense of space. Technical fans will find it lacking.
Bass C+
Bass performance is average—present enough but rarely inspiring. It neither offends nor impresses.
Mids D+
Midrange is highly uneven, veering between shouty peaks and hollow dips. Tonality swings between shouty and withdrawn.
Treble D
Highs feel erratic, with dips and spikes that make the signature unpredictable. It alternates between splashy and dull.
Dynamics E-
Dynamic expression is extremely poor, draining impact from every hit. Notes lack the startle or decay they need.
Soundstage C-
Stereo spread is acceptable, yet the image resembles a stage set without depth behind the curtain. Depth feels more like a gentle slope.
Details B
Finer gestures snap into focus without sounding clinical or forced. Layering holds strong across genres.
Imaging B-
A stable phantom center appears, lending vocals a consistent anchor. It maintains a coherent phantom center.
Gaming C-
Minimal environmental definition provides only general audio cues. Suitable for games where positioning isn't critical.

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