Rose Technics Star City 5 Pro VS KZ ZA12

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Rose Technics Star City 5 Pro and KZ ZA12 use 2DD BA and 2DD+4BA driver setups respectively. Rose Technics Star City 5 Pro costs $72 while KZ ZA12 costs $65. Rose Technics Star City 5 Pro is $7 more expensive. Rose Technics Star City 5 Pro holds a decisive 1.2-point edge in reviewer scores (6 vs 4.8). Rose Technics Star City 5 Pro has significantly better dynamics with a 4-point edge.

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Jaytiss Score
Rose Technics Star City 5 Pro
6 /10
Jaytiss Score
KZ ZA12
4.8 /10
Score gap: 1.3
Metric Rose Technics Star City 5 Pro KZ ZA12
Mids 5 5
Treble 5 5
Soundstage 5 5
Dynamics 6 2
Tonality 5 4.8
Technicalities 5 5
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Jaytiss Reviews Comparison

Rose Technics Star City 5 Pro reviewed by

Jaytiss 6 Reviewer Score
C+ Tuning
C+ Tech
Great bass, upper mids are good.

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

KZ ZA12 reviewed by

Jaytiss 4.8 Reviewer Score
C Tuning
C+ Tech
Jumps to a B Tier with a 80 ohm adapter. Pretty wild.

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Mids: C+ Treble: C+ Dynamics: E+ Soundstage: C+

Rose Technics Star City 5 Pro Details

Driver Configuration: 2DD BA

Tuning Type: Neutral

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Price (Msrp): $72

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KZ ZA12 Details

Driver Configuration: 2DD+4BA

Tuning Type: n/a

Brand: KZ Top KZ IEMs

Price (Msrp): $65

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Rose Technics Star City 5 Pro 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+
  • The presentation is steady if unspectacular, holding onto essential details when the music stays simple. Fine details occasionally slip through the cracks.
Mids C+
It presents a stable midrange foundation suitable for everyday listening. Clarity is serviceable without standing out.
Treble C+
The top end is tidy and serviceable, adding air without overdoing it. Extension is decent for casual listening.
Dynamics B
The performance feels robust, with satisfying punch and natural transitions. Nuances are easy to follow.
Soundstage C+
Stage expands beyond the shoulders and finally hints at layers, though vertical cues stay muted. Depth cues begin to emerge.

KZ ZA12 Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

C
  • The tuning lacks refinement, jumping between dull and shouty without settling. Vocals frequently sound off-kilter.

Average Technical Grade

C+
  • Overall technicalities are acceptable, delivering enough clarity for casual sessions. Imaging is serviceable though not immersive.
Mids C+
It presents a stable midrange foundation suitable for everyday listening. Clarity is serviceable without standing out.
Treble C+
Treble is decent, offering acceptable extension without harshness. It balances presence with a touch of restraint.
Dynamics E+
Expect constrained dynamics that blur the edges of quieter details. It struggles to render sudden changes.
Soundstage C+
The image breathes a little, spacing instruments laterally while sketching a light sense of distance. Separation improves with cleaner recordings.

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