ARTTI R2 VS KZ ZEX PRO / CRN

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

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ARTTI R2 and KZ ZEX PRO / CRN are in-ear monitors. ARTTI R2 costs $35 while KZ ZEX PRO / CRN costs $33. ARTTI R2 is $2 more expensive. ARTTI R2 holds a decisive 1.2-point edge in reviewer scores (6 vs 4.8).

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Metric ARTTI R2 KZ ZEX PRO / CRN
Bass 6 5
Mids 6 5
Treble 6 5
Details 6 5
Soundstage 6 4.5
Imaging 6 4.5
Tonality 7 5
Technicalities 5.5 4.7
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ARTTI R2 Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Jays Audio
Head-Fi.org

Average Reviewer Score:

6

Mixed to Positive

KZ ZEX PRO / CRN Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Shuwa-T

Average Reviewer Score:

4.8

Generally Unfavorable

Reviews Comparison

ARTTI R2 (more reviews)

ARTTI R2 reviewed by Jays Audio

Jays Audio 5 Reviewer Score
A- Tuning
B- Tech
Clean, balanced sound for the most part, slightly warm but no bleed or bloat. Very smooth. A budget Tanchjim Origin, and better Galileo sound wise IMO (more air)

Jays Audio original ranking

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ARTTI R2 reviewed by Head-Fi.org

Head-Fi.org 7 * score rescaled + normalized
4 community members have rated the Artti R2 at an average of 3.8/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Strongly Favorable.

URL to full Review

Head-Fi.org original ranking

KZ ZEX PRO / CRN (more reviews)

KZ ZEX PRO / CRN reviewed by Shuwa-T

Shuwa-T 4.8 Reviewer Score
C+ Tuning
C Tech
Comment: Tonally alright but timbre is way off. Literally everything else

Shuwa-T original ranking

Shuwa-T Website

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

ARTTI R2 User Review Score

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ARTTI R2 Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

6

Gaming Grade

B

KZ ZEX PRO / CRN Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

4.8

Gaming Grade

C

ARTTI R2 Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

A-
  • Expect an inviting tonal blend that adapts well to genres while staying largely composed. It strikes a nice blend of warmth and clarity.

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 ZEX PRO / CRN Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

C+
  • A mostly enjoyable signature keeps things listenable despite a handful of quirks. It handles most playlists without major complaints.

Average Technical Grade

C
  • Even moderate complexity exposes the limited resolution and narrow sense of space. Technical fans will find it lacking.
Bass C+
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+
The top end is tidy and serviceable, adding air without overdoing it. Extension is decent for casual listening.
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 C+
Ambient cues appear, albeit with softer focus than die-hard resolution seekers may prefer. You can follow supporting instruments well.
Imaging C
Center information lands in the right area but not with laser focus. Separation is adequate for casual listening.
Gaming C
Minimal environmental definition provides only general audio cues. Suitable for games where positioning isn't critical.

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