KZ Zenith VS Truthear x Crinacle Zero

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

KZ Zenith and Truthear x Crinacle Zero use 1DD and 2DD driver setups respectively. KZ Zenith costs $60 while Truthear x Crinacle Zero costs $50. KZ Zenith is $10 more expensive. KZ Zenith holds a decisive 1-point edge in reviewer scores (6 vs 5). KZ Zenith has significantly better mids with a 1-point edge, KZ Zenith has significantly better treble with a 2-point edge and Truthear x Crinacle Zero has significantly better soundstage with a 1-point edge.

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Jaytiss Score
KZ Zenith
6 /10
Jaytiss Score
Truthear x Crinacle Zero
5 /10
Score gap: 1.0
Metric KZ Zenith Truthear x Crinacle Zero
Mids 6 5
Treble 5 3
Soundstage 5 6
Dynamics 5 5
Tonality 5 5
Technicalities 5 3
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Jaytiss Reviews Comparison

KZ Zenith reviewed by

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

Jaytiss original ranking

Jaytiss Youtube Channel
Mids: B Treble: C+ Dynamics: C+ Soundstage: C+

Truthear x Crinacle Zero reviewed by

Jaytiss 5 Reviewer Score
C+ Tuning
D Tech
Sounds good, and fun..

Jaytiss original ranking

Jaytiss Youtube Channel
Mids: C+ Treble: D Dynamics: C+ Soundstage: B

KZ Zenith Details

Driver Configuration: 1DD

Tuning Type: n/a

Brand: KZ Top KZ IEMs

Price (Msrp): $60

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Truthear x Crinacle Zero Details

Driver Configuration: 2DD

Tuning Type: U-Shaped

Brand: TRUTHEAR Top TRUTHEAR IEMs

Price (Msrp): $50

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KZ Zenith Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

C+
  • Expect a friendly tonal balance that could use polish but remains inviting. Great for casual listening, less so for purists.

Average Technical Grade

C+
  • Technical ability is serviceable, keeping basic detail intact across simpler tracks. It keeps up with acoustic tracks without much fuss.
Mids B
It offers engaging mid frequencies with pleasing clarity and layering. Details emerge without becoming harsh.
Treble C+
Treble is decent, offering acceptable extension without harshness. It balances presence with a touch of restraint.
Dynamics C+
Expect solid impact overall, even if finer gradations feel a touch smoothed. Micro-details could still be sharper.
Soundstage C+
You start to perceive distinct rows of players even if the ceiling still feels low. Layering is present but still modest.

Truthear x Crinacle Zero Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

C+
  • It sounds pleasant overall, with some uneven spots that hint at room for refinement. Vocals remain pleasant despite the imperfections.

Average Technical Grade

D
  • Even moderate complexity exposes the limited resolution and narrow sense of space. Technical fans will find it lacking.
Mids C+
The mids are solid and dependable, though not especially remarkable. Vocals stay reasonably grounded in the mix.
Treble D
Highs feel erratic, with dips and spikes that make the signature unpredictable. It alternates between splashy and dull.
Dynamics C+
You get reliable macrodynamics, with micro shifts that remain only adequate. A reliable performer for most tracks.
Soundstage B
You can map the ensemble with confidence thanks to solid spacing and coherent depth layering. Ambient effects feel believable.

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