By the looks of it, it's supposed to be the big brother of the great KZ HDS1. How do they compare? KZ ED3 Youth Version wins in all accounts - sound clarity, bass quality, loudness, and even reacts better to amplified sources.
KZ ED3 Youth Version
ø6.8mm Dynamic Driver
$10~$15
4.0/5.0
Pros
- The sound is amazing. Bass is punchy just enough, mids are detailed and the highs are clear and sharp.
- A robust and nice looking housing.
Cons
- The vocals tend to be slightly shrieky, similar to KZ ED10.
- The paint on the housings can be scratched and peeled off pretty easily.
- The same gut-like cable KZ uses for their products.
- The splitter is way lower than chest-level and makes the cable wiggly and hard to control.
Package & Accessories
Package:
Corrugated fiberboard
Ear Tips - Single-Flange:
S+M+L, black (translucent), ø4mm bores
Build & Materials
Housings:
Metal (painted), ø5mm nozzles, soft strain reliefs
Remote:
Metal (painted), single-button
Y-Split:
TPE, soft strain reliefs
Cable:
Silicone (grippy), 113cm, soft, straight
Plug:
TPE, 90° angled, short, soft strain relief
Comfort & Fit
I got a good seal with the pre-applied M-size tips. No problems at all. Still, the generic tips aren't the best at keeping the earphones inside.
Lows / Bass
A great bass quality and depth, just in the right amount, not too much sub-bass. Doesn't overwhelm higher frequencies, but also lacks significant impact.
Mids / Vocals
The vocals are very clear and precise. The great clarity and warm sound signature result in an enjoyable and exciting experience.
Highs / Treble
The highs are bright and crisp, but slightly cold and overemphasized, almost as bright as KZ ED9.
Frequency Response
Published on 2015-11-03 10:11:09 (GMT)