EPZ Q1 PRO and KZ Vader Balanced use 1x Dynamic (10mm Composite) and 3DD driver setups respectively. EPZ Q1 PRO costs $30 while KZ Vader Balanced costs $31. KZ Vader Balanced is $1 more expensive. KZ Vader Balanced holds a clear 0.6-point edge in reviewer scores (6.2 vs 6.8).
Insights
Metric | EPZ Q1 PRO | KZ Vader Balanced |
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Tonality | 7.4 | 7.7 |
Technicalities | 6 | 8 |
EPZ Q1 PRO Aggregated Review Score
Average Reviewer Scores
Average Reviewer Score:
6.2Mixed to Positive
KZ Vader Balanced Aggregated Review Score
Average Reviewer Scores
Average Reviewer Score:
6.8Cautiously Favorable
Reviews Comparison
EPZ Q1 PRO reviewed by Kois Archive
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EPZ Q1 PRO reviewed by Audio Amigo
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EPZ Q1 PRO reviewed by Head-Fi.org
EPZ Q1 PRO Details
Driver Configuration: 1x Dynamic (10mm Composite)
Tuning Type: Neutral, Bright
Price (Msrp): $30
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KZ Vader Balanced Details
Driver Configuration: 3DD
Tuning Type: n/a
Brand: KZ Top KZ IEMs
Price (Msrp): $31
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EPZ Q1 PRO Gaming Score

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Gaming Score
6.4Gaming Grade
BKZ Vader Balanced Gaming Score

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Gaming Score
7.9Gaming Grade
AEPZ 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.
KZ Vader Balanced Scorings
Average Technical & Tuning Grades
Average Tunign Grade
A- You get a polished tonal profile that stays natural from bass through treble. Subtle tuning choices keep things engaging.
Average Technical Grade
A+- The tuning feels expertly organized, marrying agile dynamics with well-defined spatial cues. Technical listeners will appreciate the poise.
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