Paul Wasabii

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@Eric-y4t 4 сағат бұрын

what other iem do you recommend best for vocal under $50?

@housepianist 8 сағат бұрын

Late to the comment party as usual but I just ordered the Max to replace my iFi Uno. I really like the iFi sound and those ESS dacs are amazingly clear and detailed while very dynamic, and I wanted an inexpensive iFi product with a 4.4mm bal output. I thought not having a detachable cable would be an issue but since it has no controls of any kind on it, I can deal with it. Thanks for the review. 😊

@PaulWasabii 6 сағат бұрын

You hit on two complaints, no controls and no detachable cable. I think iFi does their thing but I like vol controls. I like Max though, more than the original.

@jamesbb4 12 сағат бұрын

Thanks for another great review. Any chance you're going to review the TRN Jaws? I'm kinda so-so on their IEMs, but that driver config intrigues me.

@PaulWasabii 6 сағат бұрын

I doubt it, graph looks like old TRN and its up there in price. Yep, interesting config if they can pull it off

@KarenWhite-h1v 18 сағат бұрын

Thanks for the forecast! A bit off-topic, but I wanted to ask: I have a SafePal wallet with USDT, and I have the seed phrase. (alarm fetch churn bridge exercise tape speak race clerk couch crater letter). What's the best way to send them to Binance?

@lisfos7428 19 сағат бұрын

Does the Sound leak on this IEM? and how is the isolation compared to average IEM?

@PaulWasabii 6 сағат бұрын

Yes, not quite like an open headphone, but if you hold the back up to your ear, you can hear the music. Same goes for isolation

@geraldgambler7276 22 сағат бұрын

money bags over here with all the printing he does lol nice review mate

@gabech2789 Күн бұрын

The fact that they added the upgraded cable, definitely makes it a more appealing package.

@PaulWasabii 6 сағат бұрын

It happens to be one of my favorite cables so it just sits on my desk.

@akhyarrayhka4048 Күн бұрын

simgot makes great iem too bad no anime waifu on the packaging.

@PaulWasabii 6 сағат бұрын

No waifu but the name is from a movie reference: The naming rules of the ET142 model follow the naming rules of the LV426 planet and the LV223 planet that appeared in "Alien: Prometheus"

@razz_v95 Күн бұрын

Hi paul, thanks for the zenith review. How is it compared to KZ PRX? I own PRX and it's just amazing. For me it's really hard to find a con in PRX it's that good!! Will Zenith be an upgrade to PRX or just a sidegrade? Please clarify Thanks in advance. Have a good day.

@PaulWasabii 6 сағат бұрын

A 1DD isn't really going to be an upgrade over a planar unless the planar has timbre problems. If you like PRX, Zenith isn't a downgrade, but technically not as good as a planar. Its a great DD though for people who hate planars.

@exhibitD79 Күн бұрын

Thanks for another great review. I have no planar set yet. Though it's really interesting to hear your thoughts on them. I will have to get one soon I think.

@PaulWasabii 6 сағат бұрын

Part of me thinks we will see more planars but not sure. We had quite a few release in a short period so maybe that continues, maybe it is done for now.

@Killua_Jinxer_22 Күн бұрын

Could you suggest me whether I should go for the Wyvern Abyss or the Cadenza? I'm more into the Bass & detailing focused typa guy and tend to often listen to higher volumes.

@PaulWasabii 6 сағат бұрын

The two aren't radically different, get the cheaper one. I happen to prefer Wyvern but as I said, too close, you wouldn't need both. If you want something more detailed, less bass, that is 7hz Zero or KZ Libra X

@Jaytiss Күн бұрын

Lookfs fantastic. Thansk Paul.

@Mithinco Күн бұрын

I got it recently and it's nice! It's warm and rich.

@datdudeinred Күн бұрын

When you say s12 2024 do you include s12 pro in that too? how does those 2 compare?

@Karasellers-jg3bp 11 сағат бұрын

As I understand it they are the same shell/driver/foam so you can EQ a Pro to be a 2024.

@datdudeinred 11 сағат бұрын

@ yes ok but which is newer? If we buy normal s12 is it 2024 always?

@Karasellers-jg3bp 11 сағат бұрын

@ the 2024 is the newest release.

@PaulWasabii 6 сағат бұрын

My opinion, S12 2024 is tuned slightly better than S12 Pro. The problem is there is no graph accurate enough to EQ one to the other but the drivers should be the same or very similar. There was also more variation on the S12 Pro and I think S12 2024 was more consistent, perhaps the drivers were checked. Being friends with Mike Bruce, S12 Pro variation is a real thing as I had touched a lot of sets.

@Maplerszxc Күн бұрын

Why is the nozzle so huge

@StarViruZ Күн бұрын

Bought one of these with the Castor Bass improved and I gotta say the ANC and transparency mode are pretty mid, the difference is not very noticiable and I'd dare to say not worth for the price if youre looking specifically for ANC. It literally costed the same as my Haylou S30 and these have much better ANC. As for sound quality compared to wired mode it's the same, at least for me. Dunno how different are compared to others since I only have the AN01

@PaulWasabii Күн бұрын

Same, why I put it at the end of the feature list. I think it would have been fine just as a new LDAC earhook.

@roadtonever Күн бұрын

Thanks for explaining how IEMs can graph similarly in the treble yet have a different intensity in person.

@PaulWasabii Күн бұрын

Planars and microplanars are getting really hard to just look at graphs. They tend to not graph as expected so it does take a bit of explanation and as I said, take a look at the brand's own measurement as well

@haomingli6175 Күн бұрын

it is already known that 711 couplers aren't very accurate in the treble. 5128 measurements should be more indicative.

@sdm789 Күн бұрын

I'm a low-volume listener, so it sounds like this isn't for me. What's a really good low-volume set below $300?

@PaulWasabii Күн бұрын

P7? Maybe Odysee? Just got it but the volume might work better. I think the Meta sets tend to have the same problem, the relaxed upper range needs more volume

@alexeiboukirev8357 Күн бұрын

I am using these non-stop since I received them. They handle everything with flying colors, even very busy tracks. They do become too mid-centric with higher volume. Moondrop spring tips here, these stay on solid even without a lip on the nozzle.

@PaulWasabii Күн бұрын

Too midcentric, all the mids is what I usually say. Slightly unforgiving on some tracks but generally I turned it up more than down. Glad to hear you are enjoying them

@lisfos7428 19 сағат бұрын

Does the sound leak on this IEM? and how loud? would the person beside me will hear what I'm listening? Sorry for many questions, but im really interested on this set.

@saucyg6371 Күн бұрын

Might get this over P7. Although bass isn’t necessarily to my preference, it’s easier to EQ than the mids and treble of the P7

@PaulWasabii Күн бұрын

EPZ uses decent 10mm DD so that should work and the midbass is probably fine, just tick up the sub. But yeah, that is why I said it the way I did, great set for one person may not be for the next but EQ bass is easier as you said.

@aliminjuna3932 2 күн бұрын

hey man, which one would you get. The KZ Xtra, KZ Carol, or Moondrop space travel?

@PaulWasabii Күн бұрын

Carol. Never heard space travel but my gut says look at the bass curves, one might have more bass than the other

@amanieux 2 күн бұрын

vs hype2 ? thanks

@PaulWasabii Күн бұрын

Hmm, kinda goes back to P50 tuning, its more midcentric and Hype 2 is not, closer to U-shape like other sets. I am a sucker for these microplanars though, I'd probably take P50 and EQ the bass if you want it closer to Hype 2. I like the Hype 2 DD also. That is a tough choice as I like the mids more on P50.

@uglyfate1326 2 күн бұрын

Does open construction affects the sound isolation or it's like on any other iem with a traditional design?

@JoseFerreira-zb7wh Күн бұрын

Would like to know this too. If the open back is only a design element or if it's actually functional.

@uglyfate1326 Күн бұрын

@JoseFerreira-zb7wh he already said in the review that this is actually real. But this also could be the weakest point of P50, if it's actually let the outside noise come freely compared to the traditional design iems, while listening not in perfect conditions.

@JoseFerreira-zb7wh Күн бұрын

@@uglyfate1326 sorry, didn't get that part.

@PaulWasabii Күн бұрын

Yeah its more open than I assumed. I assumed it was a decorative mesh over a small opening but I think its more open and will affect isolation.

@JoseFerreira-zb7wh 21 сағат бұрын

@@PaulWasabii that can actually be a good thing. I don't use iems when walking around because i want to remain aware of the surroundings (people, cars, animals, etc.) Isolation can be a security issue in this context. I usually use earbuds in these instances. Now i'll try iems 😀

@larsjunge 2 күн бұрын

Would this work well with jazz?

@PaulWasabii Күн бұрын

Yes as I like a more even balance to jazz, avoid the bigger bass shelves which tilt the balance. The microplanars and bass shelf help hear the nuance and micro details on instruments.

@larsjunge 19 сағат бұрын

What would be your top recommendation for jazz. For acoustic piano trios mostly. 200-300$. My current favorites are the cadenza 4, s12 2024, fiio FD15 and dunu kima 2 @@PaulWasabii

@krzysiek5209 2 күн бұрын

Great video! I'm wondering about the comfort of the P50s. Are they like big, open-back headphones where you can hear your surroundings when the music is off? I'm thinking of buying the P50s for comfort and to make sure my ears don't overheat. I'd also like the Aful Performer 5+2 for when I don't want my music to leak. Currently, I have Aful P5s, and I'm thinking of upgrading to the P7s, but I'm not sure if the upgrade is significant enough to justify the cost. Also, would it make sense to own both the P7s and the P50s? What do you think?

@PaulWasabii Күн бұрын

It would make sense to own both P7 and P50, but I would buy P50 first as that is different from the P5 which you have. As I said, volume plays a big part in both sets, most people are either lower or med/higher.

@mokisan 2 күн бұрын

I guess as a low volume listener the sm4 seems better

@PaulWasabii Күн бұрын

Yeah, SM4 is quite energetic. I think someone will do a meta that doesn't need as much volume but for now, they are all tilted similarly which is harder at low volume.

@mokisan Күн бұрын

@PaulWasabii do you listen at higher volumes or low volumes Paul?

@kimiko1302 2 күн бұрын

May you try out the Tri i3 mk3?

@herlonsilva 2 күн бұрын

definitely Bro.

@PaulWasabii Күн бұрын

I was interested and then not after a couple friends said the bass is the weak link on that set. I don't need a lot of bass, but it needs to have balance for most genres and that one seemed to have an issue.

@kimiko1302 Күн бұрын

@@PaulWasabii Understandable I also heard that this iem is cable sensitive (BangsAudioReview and others said that the default cable was dampening the treble and bass). Anyways thanks for the respond

@herlonsilva 19 сағат бұрын

@@PaulWasabiiTo my ears I don't think at all that the bass is weak and well controlled and deep.

@DrinkWater713 2 күн бұрын

Is it an upgrade in technicalities to the T10 (detail and separation, mostly), or should I just EQ the T10?

@Tzen_g7 Күн бұрын

EQ just change tonality

@DrinkWater713 Күн бұрын

@Tzen_g7 Do you EQ? Because that's not true. You can change anything with EQ. It's not always easy, but you can.

@PaulWasabii Күн бұрын

Its not really an upgrade but slightly different as its BA+microplanar. Unless they botched the tuning on T10, the techs should be similar. If you can EQ, I would try P50, its a revealing tuning and might work well on T10

@DrinkWater713 Күн бұрын

@PaulWasabii thank you. Maybe later this year they will release something that IS an upgrade, but at the same level of.price...

@PerfectViolation 2 күн бұрын

Thank you for the notes Paul. How would you say the P50's mids compare to the darling Volume S?

@PaulWasabii Күн бұрын

That is the $300 question, and I don't have a Volume S yet. My issue is I would probably take the microplanars over BA only. I think Jay said something about the two, maybe Tonedeafmonk did or will. I am hoping to borrow one later but I am hesitant on it right now. For now, I think there are some nice DD+BA hybrids so more interested in the sets that bring something new.

@datdudeinred 2 күн бұрын

They missed such great opportunity to call this mp5 😂 micro planar 5( for 5 drivers 😉)

@PaulWasabii Күн бұрын

I like the set, but would have been happier with mp5

@digitalnation2876 2 күн бұрын

much love from Indonesia ❤️

@pauls3993 2 күн бұрын

Hi Paul. I work mainly in music production, and in 99% of my work, I'll focus on exactly the 200Hz. This is where the 'boom' happens that will make things muddy and mask the rest of the midrange if there is too much energy there. I came upon your review because I was thinking of purchasing the KB02. I hope the drop in 200Hz was not an error and is common on all units! The Zero Red has something similar but does not require a drop as the bass elevation starts right after. Inversely, the KB02 starts a little before, so the drop was done to keep the midrange clean while the bass extends all the way to the sub-bass. This is a good way of having a lot of bass while preventing any 'contamination' to the lower midrange!

@PaulWasabii 2 күн бұрын

To be really honest, I am not sure what that 200hz is on KB02. Zero Red is the crossover point. I also questioned why it didn't appear in some other measurements. Its not quite like Zero Red though as if it is there, it appeared very narrow. To me, its a mystery, possibly anomaly.

@pauls3993 Күн бұрын

@@PaulWasabii Indeed. The best thing would be to have the possibility to compare two units and see if the difference can be heard. The lowest level of the 'notch' falls exactly as where the level of the midrange is, that's why I suspected it to be deliberate. As you mentioned in your video, the graph of the upper midrange is also deceptive, but others have mentioned this but not the 200Hz notch. It would be great if you have the chance to compare it to another unit to see if there are discrepancies!

@hhgames7259 2 күн бұрын

Knowledge Zenith Zenith 😅 what a creative naming, to make everybody sure that it is Zenith

@MR.ROBOTVOLTRON 3 күн бұрын

Does this still hold up to modern 80 dollar sets? Its on sale on aliexpress. I had thought to get this a long time ago. I just hever did.

@PaulWasabii 2 күн бұрын

Nah, not worth it.

@MR.ROBOTVOLTRON Күн бұрын

@PaulWasabii thanks. I appreciate the feedback. I was thinking a modern day set like Sonus by 7hz for 50 bucks might actually be it's equal. That's sometimes on sale for 40 ish dollars too.

@anc3stral. 4 күн бұрын

Really different topic, how this perform in game? Cus the Delci Ae as a 1DD (in game) destroys the others, so if this can beat that even in that aspect, can be great.

@PaulWasabii 2 күн бұрын

My gut says Delci AE is closer to Klean and farther from the warmer Zenith, I'd actually stick with Delci AE but if you want to try a KZ, the Libra X would be good for gaming,

@anc3stral. 2 күн бұрын

@PaulWasabii @PaulWasabii thanks u for ur response, i was curious cus generally pin point precision is like the only real thing always lacking in Kz iems (probably they just put drivers in a shell without thinking to much about how positioning them).

@Musicophile-p5l 4 күн бұрын

All of these look so pretty. My nicehck cables are still going strong. Gonna get a xins one if it breaks.

@PaulWasabii 2 күн бұрын

Nothing wrong with Nicehck, I have more than a few myself

@md_mead7193 4 күн бұрын

Bro please help me choose, i love heavy metal, and guitar tunes. Kz castor pro vs kz vader

@PaulWasabii 2 күн бұрын

KZ Saga Balanced or Vader Balanced. Castor Pro is fine but its bass heavy

@TheBarryMandelaEffect 4 күн бұрын

These look really good. I've ordered them. Many thanks for the very detailed review.

@lucassoliven5113 4 күн бұрын

Can you compare an01 and ae01, thanks

@PaulWasabii 2 күн бұрын

Nope, only have AN01

@Azamat-mp4kk 5 күн бұрын

Hi fellow music listeners! pls advise - so I'm currently enjoying KZ ZS 10 Pro 2, and occasionally Castor Pro Bass version. Would the PRX be an upgrade to the ZS in any way or is it worth buying in this case? Or pls advise some thing that would be a noticeable upgrade to ZS 10 Pro 2 in the range of up to $80. Thanks in advance!

@PaulWasabii 2 күн бұрын

Yes, PRX is a planar and higher sound quality than most of KZ's hybrids. The problem is it will need more volume from your phone or dongle

@Azamat-mp4kk 16 сағат бұрын

@@PaulWasabii thank you for the reply

@BRANDONLEE4444 5 күн бұрын

Great video Paul! Thanks for the Ongoing and Updated Cables in 4K Reviews! I also like IEM Cable Reviews channel, very informative and helpful like your vids. Right now I have my LV1 on my Dunu Lyre Mini, Relentless on KBear Rhyme. I also purchased the super cheap but great looking KZ "784" Silver Blue Hybrid upgrade cable. I'm deciding on whether to put it on my OG Castor or the Castor Pro. I'm still waiting on my XINHS Custom Cable. I used a screen shot of your vids and asked nicely if I could make a similar set. They were nice and gave me 3 cable options to mix and match & design/style to custom create my cable. What I forgot to do was ask for a discount lol! Oh well next time. At least they didn't up charge me for the custom cable. They charged me the cheapest cost out of the 3 options though! As soon as my cable comes in, I will make a video! keep up the awesome vids/reviews! Cheers😁

@PaulWasabii 2 күн бұрын

Getting a discount is harder actually. I know this because I have tried. To be fair, they usually give you a decent price on the material. You would have better luck on a standard cable. Getting something built just for your needs is better than $5 off. They typically charge for the material unless you want modular, then there is an up charge.

@BRANDONLEE4444 2 күн бұрын

@@PaulWasabii Thanks for the explanation and breakdown of the process Paul! Yeah I really didn't care or need a modular end or right angle etc....and I was happy with the standard finish of the cable that the Custom one I built it off of. I was afraid of the up charge cost without all of that. But I wasn't up charged.😁 Maybe if I purchase another custom cable I will choose more upscale options. Or if I buy a standard cable will try to ask for a discount! Take care!

@JoseFerreira-zb7wh 5 күн бұрын

It seems to graph almost exactly like softears studio 4. I hope you compare them when you do the review.

@PaulWasabii 2 күн бұрын

I don't have Studio 4 but microplanars are a different sound imo.

@Microdel163 5 күн бұрын

Does kz an01 give justice with zenith, how does an01 going with zenith? Planning on purchasing with this two set together?

@PaulWasabii 2 күн бұрын

Yes, its fine. Just easier to drive than PRX.

@Microdel163 2 күн бұрын

@PaulWasabii thanks for the feedback... definitely buying this...

@ivan-j4l9x 5 күн бұрын

Could you please test the latency in gaming mode? There's an app called earbuds delay test. Could you also comment on the audio quality in gaming modes? You don't need to play any games to test it.

@niall-z3t 5 күн бұрын

my friend which should i buy? Ziigaat Odyssey Softears Volume S Xenns Mangird Tea pro Tanchjim Origin Tangzhu Nezha Moondrop Blessing 3 Moondrop Dusk(analog) Moondrop Dusk (DSP default) my current iems: Hidizs mp145 (my ear hurt for long time use) sennheiser ie200 (i love it with good sleal eartip, 75 ohm adapter, and eq add bass with good detail) what will your recommendation my friend? new subscriber here ❤

@PaulWasabii 2 күн бұрын

Not sure, if you are using an adapter and EQ, not sure any of these are a match for your bass preferences. Or buy the cheapest and EQ.

@kjfhghkyg1338 5 күн бұрын

May I ask if cd20 performs better than dtc480 and TanchiJom Space? I know that CD20 supports sound input but I wonder that does it has the same great performance as other dac without call function. Thanks a lot.

@kjfhghkyg1338 5 күн бұрын

Besides, it seems that cs20 uses an es9039q2m chip which is not as good as the chip used in dtc480, is it still worthy to purchase cd20? How is the difference?

@PaulWasabii 2 күн бұрын

I never heard Space or DTC480, but I think those are safer choices. CD-20 is ok

@kjfhghkyg1338 Күн бұрын

@ i am worried that cd20 has 0.00056% ThD+N and 1.6uv noise floor, which is doubled than others, this is quiet concerning. Hope that it will not affect the sound performance

@One_Won_1 6 күн бұрын

BT 5.4 and LDAC and ANC? for $40? Damn KZ. Looks like im finally replacing my bt20 pros

@PaulWasabii 2 күн бұрын

For me, it would be LDAC alone as worth the purchase price. Other stuff is a bonus

@StarViruZ Күн бұрын

@@PaulWasabiiwhat's special with LDAC? I don't get it. I bought them for $34

@luciennesperanza9679 6 күн бұрын

i've never tried earhooks. Would you recommend this for jogging? Won't my iem fall off? 😂 i own Zsn pro 2 and kz x hbb pr2

@PaulWasabii 2 күн бұрын

Somewhere between yes and no. I don't know if I would jog with them for fear it would pop off and hit the pavement. On the other hand, it is hooked around your ear. I just don't know if they would stay in your ears jogging. Walking is fine.

@alexeiboukirev8357 6 күн бұрын

Green Flame looks interesting. Lately I am looking for lightweight cables that use aluminum for sleeves and split.

@PaulWasabii 6 күн бұрын

If you have a preference, just message them and ask if it is possible to get aluminum accessories instead of the set pictured. That is my standard modular question. On thicker cables like these, the answer may be no or 4 cores instead of 8 cores.

@alexeiboukirev8357 5 күн бұрын

@@PaulWasabii Yes, I always forget that these are enthusiast small shops that are often happy to do custom orders and/or discounts.

@mcphaddie2920 6 күн бұрын

Xinhs are my favorite brand of cables. They are so pretty.

@PaulWasabii 6 күн бұрын

Pretty but they also stepped up build quality and material quality. All the competition has pushed all the stores to offer higher quality cables and unique combinations.

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