Introduction
16 drive units with precise frequency division to build a full-range professional Hi-Fi experience! Yup, that’s what the latest KZ ZAR brings. It is loaded with a dynamic and 7 balanced armature units on each side. U-curve style tuning for audiophiles like you and me. Supports 20 to 40,000 Hz frequency. Comes with 8-strand braided silver-plated upgraded cable. Sound great? Let’s find out now…
Special Thanks
This review is possible thanks to below companies. Be sure to check them out…
- KZ for this KZ ZAR High Performance 1DD+7BA Drivers In-Ear Earphones and KZ PR1 Pro
- Zorloo for Zorloo ZuperDAC Pro
Package Content & Design
KZ ZAR comes in a simple black package. Well-protected as you can see. Once taken out KZ ZAR with medium size ear tips, there are user guide, additional 2 pairs of silicone ear tips (S & L) and 120cm standard 8-strand braided silver-plated cable with microphone.
This upgraded cable is 8-strand silver-plated. Comes with standard 3.5mm plug and is loaded with aluminum alloy splitter. Rest assures that it will shield signal interference, reduces distortion rate and ensures lossless transmission of sound quality. By the way, mine is loaded with microphone and single button smart control.
Outstanding build quality with black and grey colour! ZAR is loaded with glossy cover with see-through bottom shell. Rest assured that it will protect all the 8 driver units inside. As usual, it comes with 0.75mm standard gold-plated plug, widely applicable to 2 Pin cable. You can change the cable easily when needed. Or turn it into Bluetooth earphones with KZ AZ15 Wireless Bluetooth Earhook.
Fit & Comfort
It is a pleasure and comfort to wear KZ ZAR for long hours. Be sure to pick the correct ear tips size that matches you. And it needs to be worn over the ear. In addition, the ergonomic design helps to keep the earphones securely on my ears too. As for passive isolation, it is great. It does block some environment noises. And you won’t notice much microphonic from cable as well.
Sound Quality
It is easy to drive KZ ZAR with just 16Ω impedance. In fact, it is easier than KZ PR1 Pro. It might have even lower impedance. Therefore, rest assured that your smartphone will have enough power to drive it. Of course, using high performing DAC like Zorloo ZuperDAC Pro (ESS Sabre 9281ACPRO) will give you much better result. It will push ZAR to its limit. That’s for sure.
KZ ZAR is loaded with U shape sound signature as per advertised. It does bring more excitement to all types of stuff like gaming, music and movie. The soundstage is decent. Good in depth but not so wide. Nonetheless, you can identify those musical instruments clearly thanks to the clarity that it brings.
For details, highs are very crisp and sharp. Great in details retrieving. You might face a little bit of harshness on certain songs if using bright DAC. But nothing to worry much about. For mids, it is getting warm touch on the vocals. Nice and natural. They are forward and close to your ears. Lows are loaded with powerful deep bass. Yet well in control. You can surely feel the bass bumping here and there.
Advantages
- Crisp sound with powerful deep bass
- Clear & detailed
- Excellent build quality
- Comfortable for long hours
- Great noise isolation
Limitations
- Soundstage can be wider
Conclusion
KZ ZAR is an interesting U-shape in-ear monitor that you want to own. Enjoy crisp and powerful bass. Great details retrieval too. Interested? Get your KZ ZAR at Lazada, Shopee or Amazon now. Enjoy it!
