KZ Zenith VS CCA Trio

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KZ Zenith and CCA Trio are in-ear monitors. KZ Zenith costs $60 while CCA Trio costs $30. KZ Zenith is $30 more expensive. KZ Zenith holds a clear 0.7-point edge in reviewer scores (6.3 vs 5.6). KZ Zenith has significantly better mids with a 1-point edge, KZ Zenith has significantly better treble with a 2-point edge and CCA Trio has significantly better soundstage with a 1-point edge.

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Metric KZ Zenith CCA Trio
Mids 6 5
Treble 5 3
Soundstage 5 6
Dynamics 5 5
Tonality 5 6
Technicalities 5 4.8

KZ Zenith Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Jaytiss Head-Fi.org

Average Reviewer Score:

6.3

Mixed to Positive

CCA Trio Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Jays Audio Jaytiss
Head-Fi.org

Average Reviewer Score:

5.6

Mixed

Reviews Comparison

KZ Zenith reviewed by Jaytiss

Jaytiss 6 Reviewer Score
C+ Tuning
C+ Tech
It's a middie, but a good option.

Jaytiss original ranking

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

CCA Trio reviewed by Jaytiss

Jaytiss 5 Reviewer Score
C+ Tuning
D Tech
This could be higher if it weren't fatiguing.

Jaytiss original ranking

Jaytiss Youtube Channel
Mids: C+ Treble: D Dynamics: C+ Soundstage: B
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KZ Zenith reviewed by Head-Fi.org

Head-Fi.org 6.5 * score rescaled + normalized
5 community members have rated the KZ Zenith at an average of 4.4/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Excellent.

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Head-Fi.org original ranking

CCA Trio reviewed by Head-Fi.org

Head-Fi.org 6.2 * score rescaled + normalized
11 community members have rated the CCA TRIO at an average of 4.2/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Very Positive.

URL to full Review

Head-Fi.org original ranking

CCA Trio (more reviews)

CCA Trio reviewed by Jays Audio

Jays Audio 5.5 Reviewer Score
A- Tuning
B+ Tech
Well-balanced to endgame ie with bassy option as well, good tech for the price, soild all-rounder beginner set, $20 on sale, but kz

Jays Audio original ranking

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KZ Zenith User Review Score

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CCA Trio User Review Score

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KZ Zenith Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

5

Gaming Grade

C+

CCA Trio Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

5.1

Gaming Grade

C+

KZ Zenith Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

C+
  • Generally enjoyable tonal character with some noticeable unevenness. Maintains listenability while showing room for refinement in frequency balance.

Average Technical Grade

C+
  • Satisfactory technical performance. Handles basic detail retrieval adequately in most tracks. Maintains reasonable cohesion in simpler arrangements.
Mids B
Good midrange presence with solid clarity. Vocals are clear and instruments have reasonable texture and body.
Treble C+
Decent treble with acceptable extension and detail. Can sound slightly unrefined but avoids being harsh or sibilant.
Dynamics C+
Decent dynamic performance. Good macro-contrast but micro-dynamics could be more nuanced. Satisfactory impact.
Soundstage C+
Decent spatial presentation with noticeable width. Some depth perception but height dimension remains underdeveloped.
Gaming C+
Fundamental left/right positioning with limited depth perception. Works for non-competitive gaming but lacks precision.

CCA Trio Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

B
  • Generally enjoyable tonal character with some noticeable unevenness. Maintains listenability while showing room for refinement in frequency balance.

Average Technical Grade

C
  • Limited resolution; finer nuances are masked. Soundstage feels narrow, and complex passages cause muddiness. Transitions lack finesse.
Mids C+
Decent midrange performance - balanced but unremarkable. Adequate clarity for most genres without notable flaws.
Treble D
Uneven treble response with noticeable peaks and dips. Can sound both dull and occasionally harsh simultaneously.
Dynamics C+
Decent dynamic performance. Good macro-contrast but micro-dynamics could be more nuanced. Satisfactory impact.
Soundstage B
Good soundstage with proper width and depth. Instruments have clear positioning with reasonable front/back placement.
Gaming C+
Fundamental left/right positioning with limited depth perception. Works for non-competitive gaming but lacks precision.

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