I am conducting the 4th MO for KZ (Knowledge Zenith) in-ear monitors (IEMs). These Chinese IEMs offer fantastic sound performance at very reasonable prices. Their sound quality will easily outperform any IEM you can find in Singapore within the same price range or higher.
Price is SGD$35 for both KZ R1 and KZ CM9, SGD$70 for KZ CKW-Pro. Prices include shipping.
I accept payment prior to ordering in cash or POSB/DBS ATM or Internet Banking transfer. Interested buyer please SMS/WhatsApp to me at 98805223. (Please do not call or SMS after 11pm and before 7am)
This MO closes on Monday, 10th February 2014 at 10pm . All payments must be received by then.
Delivery of goods is approximately 4 to 6 weeks.
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A Brief History of Knowledge Zenith
Knowledge Zenith, or KZ for short, was founded in 2008 by two music-lovers and IEM enthusiasts – Keith Yue and Zen Li. Keith was a former engineer at Audio-Technica (Greater China) and Zen is a western-trained classical musician. Both friends got together and created the first KZ in-ear monitor – KZ M1. The M1 was a hit among headphones aficionados in China. It retailed for only RMB¥49 but sounded as good as those branded IEMs which cost many times more. Subsequently KZ introduced R1 in 2013 and CKW-Pro and CM9 in 2014, targeting at audiophiles. Not surprising, their sales exceed many mainstream brands, including Sennheiser, Shure, AKG, Skullcandy, Beats by Dre and Audio-Technica in China today.
KZ stands for superior sound quality and truly great value.
Materials
KZ IEMs use the same bio-cellulose dynamic drivers supplied to many mainstream brands. For example, the 13 mm dynamic drivers in CM9 are the same ones used in Audio Technica ATH-CKS99 but tuned differently. The cords are not overlooked either. R1 uses the same 32-strand Low Capacitance-Oxygen-Free Copper (LC-OFC) cord in Ultimate Ears Pro Series. KZ sources their components from the same manufacturers supplying to many well-known brands. Recently, KZ introduced the flagship CKW-Pro with 13mm/5mm dual-concentric dynamic drivers. Dual-concentric driver concept is no stranger to the audiophile community. Many loudspeaker manufacturers such as Tannoy, KEF, SEAS and Altec Lansing have been using the technology for many years.
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KZ CKW-Pro (KZ's current flagship) : SGD$70 - *** My reference IEMs now ***
Sound characteristics* (after 200+ hours burn-in): Clean, coherent, lustrous highs. Extremely bold, velvety and three-dimensional mids. Smooth, well-layered, deep, dynamic bass. Spacious stereo soundstage with full-size speakers sound. Very musical and slightly forward-sounding compared to R1.
Suitable for: vocal, rap, heavy metal, rock, R&B, pop and large orchestra.
Bottomline: KZ's answer to Beats by Dre Tour. If you like clean, lively, extended highs with bold, three-dimensional mids and tight, deep lows with "big speakers sound", KZ CKW-Pro is your choice. You will get the hybrid earphones (IEMs with both dynamic and balanced armature drivers) sound quality without paying the hybrid price. Sounds even better with tube headphones amp, but not required.
Specifications:
Design: Closed-back / intra-aural
Transducer: Dynamic (dual-concentric)
Drivers Diameter: 13 mm / 5mm coaxial
Impedance: 22 ohms @ 1 kHz
Sensitivity: 108dB SPL @ 1 kHz, 1 mW
Maximum input power: 134 mW
Frequency response: 5-32,500 Hz
Cable: LC-OFC
Cable length: 1.2 m, symmetrical (earphone to separator: 0.45 m; separator to plug: 0.75 m)
Connector: 3.5 mm, straight (10-micron 24K gold plated)
Weight (without cord): 6.25 grams
Accessories: 3 sets of silicone tips (Small, Medium, Large)
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KZ-R1 : SGD$35
Sound characteristics* (after 100+ hours burn-in): Smooth, clean highs. Bodied and sleek mids. Extended lows. Wide stereo soundstage with precise focus. Female vocal is warm and bold without being too weighty or muddy. Very musical sounding.
Suitable for: vocal, classic jazz, blues, folk, rock and pop.
Bottomline: If you like balanced, neutral and fuller sound, KZ-R1 is your choice.
Specifications:
Design: Closed-back / intra-aural
Transducer: Dynamic
Driver Diameter: 9 mm
Impedance: 16 ohms @ 1 kHz
Sensitivity: 108dB SPL @ 1 kHz, 1 mW
Maximum input power: 50 mW
Frequency response: 10-27,000 Hz
Cable: LC-OFC
Cable length: 1.1 m, symmetrical (earphone to separator: 0.4 m; separator to plug: 0.7 m)
Connector: 3.5 mm, straight (gold plated)
Weight (without cord): 3.9 grams
Accessories: 3 sets of silicone tips (Small, Medium, Large) and 1 collar clip
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KZ-CM9 : SGD$35
Sound characteristics* (after 100+ hours burn-in): full, tight, dynamic and extended bass. Smooth, mellow with good midrange presence. Fluid and silky highs. Forward sounding. Lows are better than R1.
Suitable for: vocal, soft rock, R&B and orchestra.
Bottomline: If you like rich and dynamic bass, mellow mids and rounded highs, KZ-CM9 is your choice.
Specifications:
Design: Closed-back / intra-aural
Transducer: Dynamic
Driver Diameter: 13 mm
Impedance: 21 ohms @ 1 kHz
Sensitivity: 98dB SPL @ 1 kHz, 1mW
Maximum input power: 200 mW
Frequency response: 7-31,000 Hz
Cable: LC-OFC
Cable length: 1.2 m, symmetrical (earphone to separator: 0.45 m; separator to plug: 0.75 m)
Connector: 3.5 mm, L-shape (gold plated)
Weight (without cord): 3.5 grams
Accessories: 3 sets of silicone tips (Small, Medium, Large)
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Every IEM ordered will include:
One impact resistant zip case
3 pairs of silicone tips (Small, Medium and Large sizes) - Note: red tips available for KZ-R1 only
One pair of original Comply T-500 or T-400 Foam Tips
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So that you are ready to enjoy your preferred music immediately.
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TESTIMONIES:
“Bro, these earphones sound fantastic... No regrets!" - Matthew Heng
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"I love the KZ-R1 in-ears. After more than 100 hours of non-stop burn in, they sound very close to my Sennheiser IE80 at neutral bass setting." - Daniel Chua
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"I just bought the R1 to try out of curiosity. Wow! They are good." - Philip Loh
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"I bought the R1 for my son and he loves it." - Charles Wong
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"I heard my friend's KZ-CM9 and I love it. The bass response is better than my Soul SL99 IEMs. When is your next MO?" - Jeffery Ong
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"These Chinese earphones are honestly good. Both R1 and CM9 have different sound characteristics to suit my music preferences." - Paul Ghanisakar
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* Equipment used for sound evaluation:
- LG Optimus G2
- iPod Classic
- iRiver H340
- Fiio E06 and E11
- Asus Xonar Essence STX
- dBPowerAmp
- All music files in WAV format
- Using stock "M" size silicone tips
Price is SGD$35 for both KZ R1 and KZ CM9, SGD$70 for KZ CKW-Pro. Prices include shipping.
I accept payment prior to ordering in cash or POSB/DBS ATM or Internet Banking transfer. Interested buyer please SMS/WhatsApp to me at 98805223. (Please do not call or SMS after 11pm and before 7am)
This MO closes on Monday, 10th February 2014 at 10pm . All payments must be received by then.
Delivery of goods is approximately 4 to 6 weeks.
----------
A Brief History of Knowledge Zenith
Knowledge Zenith, or KZ for short, was founded in 2008 by two music-lovers and IEM enthusiasts – Keith Yue and Zen Li. Keith was a former engineer at Audio-Technica (Greater China) and Zen is a western-trained classical musician. Both friends got together and created the first KZ in-ear monitor – KZ M1. The M1 was a hit among headphones aficionados in China. It retailed for only RMB¥49 but sounded as good as those branded IEMs which cost many times more. Subsequently KZ introduced R1 in 2013 and CKW-Pro and CM9 in 2014, targeting at audiophiles. Not surprising, their sales exceed many mainstream brands, including Sennheiser, Shure, AKG, Skullcandy, Beats by Dre and Audio-Technica in China today.
KZ stands for superior sound quality and truly great value.
Materials
KZ IEMs use the same bio-cellulose dynamic drivers supplied to many mainstream brands. For example, the 13 mm dynamic drivers in CM9 are the same ones used in Audio Technica ATH-CKS99 but tuned differently. The cords are not overlooked either. R1 uses the same 32-strand Low Capacitance-Oxygen-Free Copper (LC-OFC) cord in Ultimate Ears Pro Series. KZ sources their components from the same manufacturers supplying to many well-known brands. Recently, KZ introduced the flagship CKW-Pro with 13mm/5mm dual-concentric dynamic drivers. Dual-concentric driver concept is no stranger to the audiophile community. Many loudspeaker manufacturers such as Tannoy, KEF, SEAS and Altec Lansing have been using the technology for many years.
----------
KZ CKW-Pro (KZ's current flagship) : SGD$70 - *** My reference IEMs now ***
Sound characteristics* (after 200+ hours burn-in): Clean, coherent, lustrous highs. Extremely bold, velvety and three-dimensional mids. Smooth, well-layered, deep, dynamic bass. Spacious stereo soundstage with full-size speakers sound. Very musical and slightly forward-sounding compared to R1.
Suitable for: vocal, rap, heavy metal, rock, R&B, pop and large orchestra.
Bottomline: KZ's answer to Beats by Dre Tour. If you like clean, lively, extended highs with bold, three-dimensional mids and tight, deep lows with "big speakers sound", KZ CKW-Pro is your choice. You will get the hybrid earphones (IEMs with both dynamic and balanced armature drivers) sound quality without paying the hybrid price. Sounds even better with tube headphones amp, but not required.
Specifications:
Design: Closed-back / intra-aural
Transducer: Dynamic (dual-concentric)
Drivers Diameter: 13 mm / 5mm coaxial
Impedance: 22 ohms @ 1 kHz
Sensitivity: 108dB SPL @ 1 kHz, 1 mW
Maximum input power: 134 mW
Frequency response: 5-32,500 Hz
Cable: LC-OFC
Cable length: 1.2 m, symmetrical (earphone to separator: 0.45 m; separator to plug: 0.75 m)
Connector: 3.5 mm, straight (10-micron 24K gold plated)
Weight (without cord): 6.25 grams
Accessories: 3 sets of silicone tips (Small, Medium, Large)
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KZ-R1 : SGD$35
Sound characteristics* (after 100+ hours burn-in): Smooth, clean highs. Bodied and sleek mids. Extended lows. Wide stereo soundstage with precise focus. Female vocal is warm and bold without being too weighty or muddy. Very musical sounding.
Suitable for: vocal, classic jazz, blues, folk, rock and pop.
Bottomline: If you like balanced, neutral and fuller sound, KZ-R1 is your choice.
Specifications:
Design: Closed-back / intra-aural
Transducer: Dynamic
Driver Diameter: 9 mm
Impedance: 16 ohms @ 1 kHz
Sensitivity: 108dB SPL @ 1 kHz, 1 mW
Maximum input power: 50 mW
Frequency response: 10-27,000 Hz
Cable: LC-OFC
Cable length: 1.1 m, symmetrical (earphone to separator: 0.4 m; separator to plug: 0.7 m)
Connector: 3.5 mm, straight (gold plated)
Weight (without cord): 3.9 grams
Accessories: 3 sets of silicone tips (Small, Medium, Large) and 1 collar clip
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KZ-CM9 : SGD$35
Sound characteristics* (after 100+ hours burn-in): full, tight, dynamic and extended bass. Smooth, mellow with good midrange presence. Fluid and silky highs. Forward sounding. Lows are better than R1.
Suitable for: vocal, soft rock, R&B and orchestra.
Bottomline: If you like rich and dynamic bass, mellow mids and rounded highs, KZ-CM9 is your choice.
Specifications:
Design: Closed-back / intra-aural
Transducer: Dynamic
Driver Diameter: 13 mm
Impedance: 21 ohms @ 1 kHz
Sensitivity: 98dB SPL @ 1 kHz, 1mW
Maximum input power: 200 mW
Frequency response: 7-31,000 Hz
Cable: LC-OFC
Cable length: 1.2 m, symmetrical (earphone to separator: 0.45 m; separator to plug: 0.75 m)
Connector: 3.5 mm, L-shape (gold plated)
Weight (without cord): 3.5 grams
Accessories: 3 sets of silicone tips (Small, Medium, Large)
----------
Every IEM ordered will include:
One impact resistant zip case
3 pairs of silicone tips (Small, Medium and Large sizes) - Note: red tips available for KZ-R1 only
One pair of original Comply T-500 or T-400 Foam Tips
----------
So that you are ready to enjoy your preferred music immediately.
----------
TESTIMONIES:
“Bro, these earphones sound fantastic... No regrets!" - Matthew Heng
----------
"I love the KZ-R1 in-ears. After more than 100 hours of non-stop burn in, they sound very close to my Sennheiser IE80 at neutral bass setting." - Daniel Chua
-----
"I just bought the R1 to try out of curiosity. Wow! They are good." - Philip Loh
-----
"I bought the R1 for my son and he loves it." - Charles Wong
-----
"I heard my friend's KZ-CM9 and I love it. The bass response is better than my Soul SL99 IEMs. When is your next MO?" - Jeffery Ong
-----
"These Chinese earphones are honestly good. Both R1 and CM9 have different sound characteristics to suit my music preferences." - Paul Ghanisakar
----------
* Equipment used for sound evaluation:
- LG Optimus G2
- iPod Classic
- iRiver H340
- Fiio E06 and E11
- Asus Xonar Essence STX
- dBPowerAmp
- All music files in WAV format
- Using stock "M" size silicone tips
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