ZeEmpire ZE51B and EPZ 530 are in-ear monitors. ZeEmpire ZE51B costs $800 while EPZ 530 costs $700. ZeEmpire ZE51B is $100 more expensive. EPZ 530 holds a decisive 1.2-point edge in reviewer scores (6.5 vs 7.7). EPZ 530 has significantly better mids with a 1-point edge, EPZ 530 has significantly better treble with a 2-point edge, ZeEmpire ZE51B has significantly better dynamics with a 2-point edge and EPZ 530 has significantly better soundstage with a 1-point edge.
Insights
Metric | ZeEmpire ZE51B | EPZ 530 |
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Mids | 5 | 6 |
Treble | 4 | 6 |
Soundstage | 6 | 7 |
Dynamics | 9 | 7 |
Gaming capabilities | 4 | 6.6 |
ZeEmpire ZE51B Aggregated Review Score
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ZeEmpire ZE51B Details
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Price (Msrp): $700
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ZeEmpire ZE51B Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade
- The gaming score is prioritizing technical capabilities of the IEM (Separation, Layering, Soundstage) and good value.
Gaming Score
4Gaming Grade
C-EPZ 530 Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade
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6.6Gaming Grade
B+ZeEmpire ZE51B 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.
EPZ 530 Scorings
Average Technical & Tuning Grades
Average Tunign Grade
A-- Pleasing tonal balance with good technical control. Minor quirks present but not distracting. Demonstrates decent genre versatility.
Average Technical Grade
A-- Competent technical presentation. Handles separation and detail well in most tracks, with modest soundstage and acceptable imaging capabilities.
ZeEmpire ZE51B Reviews
ZeEmpire ZE51B reviewed by: Jaytiss
2025-07-20This is a fun set, damn. The most fun bass I've heard. Period Jaytiss Youtube Channel
EPZ 530 Reviews
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EPZ 530 reviewed by: Jays Audio
Great set for jazz/blues/soul/acoustic. Thick and lush. Warm but with nice treble extension. Solid tech. Vocals can be overly husky and buried in busier songs. Jays Audio Youtube Channel
EPZ 530 reviewed by: Jaytiss
It does some things very well. Very good item. Jaytiss Youtube Channel
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