EPZ Q1 PRO VS KZ Taurus

IEM Comparison: Expert & Community Scores Side-by-Side

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EPZ Q1 PRO and KZ Taurus are in-ear monitors. EPZ Q1 PRO costs $30 while KZ Taurus costs $25. EPZ Q1 PRO is $5 more expensive. KZ Taurus holds a slight 0.4-point edge in reviewer scores (5.8 vs 6.2).

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Metric EPZ Q1 PRO KZ Taurus
Mids 5.8 5
Treble 5.8 6
Soundstage 5.8 5
Dynamics 5.8 4
Tonality 7 4.8
Technicalities 6 6
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EPZ Q1 PRO Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Jays Audio
Head-Fi.org

Average Reviewer Score:

5.8

Mixed

KZ Taurus Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Jaytiss
Head-Fi.org

Average Reviewer Score:

6.2

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Reviews Comparison

EPZ Q1 PRO reviewed by Head-Fi.org

Head-Fi.org 6.5 * score rescaled + normalized
37 community members have rated the EPZ Q1 Pro at an average of 4.1/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Very Positive.

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Head-Fi.org original ranking

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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Head-Fi.org original ranking

EPZ Q1 PRO (more reviews)

EPZ Q1 PRO reviewed by Jays Audio

Jays Audio 5 Reviewer Score
A- Tuning
B Tech
Literally OG 7hz Zero with a better driver, better clarity and resolution. Clean balanced sound. Vocal/mid focused. Treble can get peaky at times. Overall solid value.

Jays Audio original ranking

Jays Audio Youtube Channel

KZ Taurus (more reviews)

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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EPZ Q1 PRO User Review Score

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EPZ Q1 PRO Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

6.3

Gaming Grade

B

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

5.6

Gaming Grade

B-

EPZ Q1 PRO Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

A-
  • It balances warmth and clarity well, showing only minor quirks along the way. Timbre feels believable with most instruments.

Average Technical Grade

B
  • An honest, middle-of-the-road performance preserves structure without chasing micro-detail. It's respectable for everyday listening sessions.
Gaming B
Decent spatial awareness for fundamental positioning. Creates satisfying atmosphere in story-driven games while handling basic directional cues.

KZ Taurus 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

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-
Moderate spatial presentation conveys general directionality. Suitable for casual play where precision isn't critical.

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