QKZ x HBB VS KZ ZSN Pro

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QKZ x HBB and KZ ZSN Pro are in-ear monitors. QKZ x HBB costs $20 while KZ ZSN Pro costs $25. KZ ZSN Pro is $5 more expensive. KZ ZSN Pro holds a clear 0.6-point edge in reviewer scores (4.1 vs 4.7). QKZ x HBB has better bass with a 0.5-point edge, QKZ x HBB has significantly better mids with a 1-point edge, QKZ x HBB has significantly better treble with a 1-point edge, KZ ZSN Pro has significantly better details with a 1.5-point edge and KZ ZSN Pro has significantly better imaging with a 1-point edge.

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Metric QKZ x HBB KZ ZSN Pro
Bass 4 3.5
Mids 3 2
Treble 4 3
Details 3 4.5
Soundstage 4.1 3
Imaging 3 4
Tonality 5.4 2.8
Technicalities 4 3.8

QKZ x HBB Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Nymz
Audionotions Crin Jays Audio Super* Review
Fresh Reviews

Average Reviewer Score:

4.1

Unfavorable

KZ ZSN Pro Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Shuwa-T
Super* Review

Average Reviewer Score:

4.7

Generally Unfavorable

Reviews Comparison

QKZ x HBB reviewed by Super* Review

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KZ ZSN Pro reviewed by Super* Review

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QKZ x HBB (more reviews)

QKZ x HBB reviewed by Fresh Reviews

2025-07-11
Fresh Reviews 5.5* * The score of this reviewer influences only the Gaming Score
good for $ - can border on C+

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QKZ x HBB reviewed by Audionotions

Audionotions 4.5 Reviewer Score
Fun, cheap, well-tuned. And the kicker - the treble extension is absurd for the price! However, aesthetically they are a tragedy. In this price range, value prop is often increased in the form of great value accessories - the cable here is not widely usable, however, so no extra value here. Previously Owned

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QKZ x HBB reviewed by Crin

Crin 4.5 Reviewer Score
B Tuning
C- Tech
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QKZ x HBB reviewed by Jays Audio

Jays Audio 4 Reviewer Score
B+ Tuning
C+ Tech
Very well tuned warm/bassy set. Not basshead like the Rosefinch, but still has good bass impact as well as upholding enough treble extension.

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QKZ x HBB reviewed by Nymz

Nymz 3.4 Reviewer Score
D+ Tuning
D Tech
Amazing warm tonality with adequate techs for the bracket that turns into a ultra-budget nice alternative to the usual suspects.

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Bass: C- Mids: D Treble: C- Details: D Imaging: D

KZ ZSN Pro (more reviews)

KZ ZSN Pro reviewed by Shuwa-T

Shuwa-T 3.3 Reviewer Score
D- Tuning
D+ Tech
Comment: Well at least it fits pretty nicely. Just no Tonally off, technically limited

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Bass: D+ Mids: E+ Treble: D Soundstage: D Details: C Imaging: C-

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QKZ x HBB Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

4.4

Gaming Grade

C-

KZ ZSN Pro Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

3.5

Gaming Grade

D+

QKZ x HBB 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-
  • Limited resolution; finer nuances are masked. Soundstage feels narrow, and complex passages cause muddiness. Transitions lack finesse.
Bass C-
Subdued bass response that stays mostly in the background. Lacks energy and impact but maintains basic definition.
Mids D
Midrange is significantly uneven with coloration. Some frequencies are boosted while others are missing, creating an unnatural tone.
Treble C-
Average treble performance - present but lacking refinement. Some graininess or splashiness affects clarity.
Details D
Modest detail presentation with significant loss of texture. Nuances are masked and complex passages become congested.
Imaging D
Modest imaging with basic left/right positioning. Lacks precision for center placement and suffers from positional blurring.
Gaming C-
Minimal environmental definition provides only general audio cues. Suitable for games where positioning isn't critical.

KZ ZSN Pro Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

D-
  • Tonally jarring or fatiguing. Frequency clashes (e.g., piercing treble, bloated bass) make extended listening unpleasant. Poor genre adaptation.

Average Technical Grade

D+
  • Limited resolution; finer nuances are masked. Soundstage feels narrow, and complex passages cause muddiness. Transitions lack finesse.
Bass D+
Bass is light and underwhelming. While some faint rumble exists, it lacks punch and authority in any meaningful way.
Mids E+
Midrange is thin and hollow with noticeable gaps. Instruments lack body and vocals sound distant and weak.
Treble D
Uneven treble response with noticeable peaks and dips. Can sound both dull and occasionally harsh simultaneously.
Soundstage D
Modest soundstage that feels confined. Some left/right separation but completely lacks depth and height dimensions.
Details C
Average resolution - reveals basic elements but misses subtleties. Satisfactory for casual listening but lacks refinement.
Imaging C-
Average imaging - reasonable localization but lacks specificity. Instruments have general positions but lack pinpoint accuracy.
Gaming D+
Compromised imaging significantly impacts gameplay awareness. Directional cues often lack accuracy or consistency.

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