Top 5 Ultra-Budget IEM for Gaming

[@bramfirdaus3607]

Change the eartips to a 3rd party eartips. It's much more comfortable and also upgrading the sound quality (depending on what brands are you using). Also you could buy new cable that has mic on it.

[@Josh-Tech-Reviews]

Thanks for the "tips"!

[@dexxter9502]

where u reccomend buying a new cable w a mic?

[@bramfirdaus3607]

I recommend kinera celest sky! But i personally prefer a standart usb mic. Using cable that has mic on it actually degrade your sound quality a little bit if you arent using the right dac/amp. @@dexxter9502

[@boredom730]

100% agree. Go with spinfits theyre the best on the market

[@ItsATLYS]

Any suggestions on eartips?

[@oelfajri]

Now, this is what I call a great IEM review! From looks, sound quality, and cable to the most important part-the mic. You covered it all! You just got me to subscribe. Thanks for the review I needed!

[@vxed4565]

One thing i love abt this channel is you move on with time And iems are the new thing recently bought one Keep doing what ur doing Love the content

[@Josh-Tech-Reviews]

Yes!

[@michaelsabella-sn6nm]

i didnt even know these existed, its a new niche for me

[@kiingchucho-_-2091]

Same

[@kiingchucho-_-2091]

Currently have hyper x cloud 3 wired but looking for iems that have better sound quality as in soundstage / imaging and separation because I feel like my headset bunches all noises together

[@Katan4v]

@@kiingchucho-_-2091 Hi there. I have the same Cloud 3 Wired and also the iem tangzu and moondrop chu (altho its 1st ver). I can say that the cloud 3 sounds better if u install the Ngenuity app then turn on DTS setting. u can disable ngenuity in start-up apps if u dont need it to run in background in the pc. since the setting stays on the headphone.

[@kiingchucho-_-2091]

Got my first pair of iems and I would definitely recommend 10/10

[@jaysonop]

which one ?

[@bladeshred01]

These things are supposed to feel like there's nothing in your ear and you need a good seal to feel the sound so a foam tip kit should be ordered along your IEMs to get the best gaming experience. The silicone tips that these come with are good enough to start off but foam is where it's at and for strictly gaming, dual driven IEM's also have an advantage in sound separation and bass. Nice vid and good presentation!!

[@FURYzjEh]

do you have any foam tip brand recommandation?

[@AnimeProfileP1c]

literally bought the moondrop chu 2 dsp an hour before this video dropped. love your vids!

[@Josh-Tech-Reviews]

Dude, what are yur thoughts?

[@sankeethram7559]

How is the chu 2 dsp any good?? I ordered it today.if there any issues please tell me .then I can go with some others

[@AnimeProfileP1c]

@@sankeethram7559 it's amazing for music and gaming! but the chu 2 has a known issue where it starts corroding and oxidizing (basically rusiting) in a month after buying especially in moist environments.

[@AnimeProfileP1c]

@@Josh-Tech-Reviews despite having untrained ears here are my thoughts: amazing. comfortable and great for both music and gaming. the art style on the box is just so cute too! but they rust after a month of having it due to the metal design.

[@AnimeProfileP1c]

@@sankeethram7559 moondrop chu 2 has a known issue where they rust after a month of usage.

[@wafflingwaffle-h6g]

just got my kz castor today for 15$, worth every penny!!! i'm really thankful for this video popping on my feed

[@conbocuoi829]

U got the bass version or harman version

[@immortalcosmos7265]

This is the video i was desperately looking for, Thank you so much!!

[@regamma9413]

I really can't imagine that something so cheap is really good, I feel like I'm just wasting my money

[@demella]

Mic test 5th EDX Pro X 3:05 2nd Tangzu Wan'er S.G 10:12 1st KZ Castor 13:58

[@cosmo57]

I think tangzu should be in 1st place

[@demella]

@@cosmo57 youre right, but i put it in the same order as in the video!

[@Josh-Tech-Reviews]

Thanks!

[@Josh-Tech-Reviews]

@@cosmo57 What has you saying such crazy stuff?

[@Josh-Tech-Reviews]

@@demella WHAT? What makes you guys say this??

[@alo0ann]

I found castors Harman(silver) and bass(black) Which one should I buy for gaming?

[@J1m03]

I love this dudes videos. Straight forward and that’s all I need a fast review

[@sukinelson2153]

Love the iem reviews! Great work as always!

[@crisppzanuff2868]

Got my zero 2 today and rly happy with it, im using a g435 for games where sound doesn't really matter like league of legends but this just made my completion of "senua's saga hellblade 2" so much more immersive

[@BohmanderTCG]

are they good enough for games like valorant/counter strike

[@crisppzanuff2868]

@@BohmanderTCG well between them and my razer black shark v2 that costed almost 100 I prefer to use them in fps games, Im driving both the zero 2 and kz zs10 pro x for a couple of weeks and rly enjoying both. The only meh thing with the zero 2 is the cable. It doesn't stay fixed under your ear properly especially if u use glasses but a 5 bucks cable on Amazon should fix that

[@FabianReyesBahamon]

Man, Senua's is great.. I loved to play it with my ZSN Pro X, truly inmersive and the voices everywhere, were surprisingly stunning! I remember that my first IEM for gaming porpouses was the KZ EDX (not, pro, prox or lite just EDX) and i was absolutely impressive because it cost only 5 USD to me, and the sound in game was great and then I tested listening to music and i fell in love with IEMS. Now, i have the EDX at work, The ZSN Pro X for Gaming and general use in my PC and KZ Castor Bass and Harman, for listening to music... all of them cheap, all of them Great!

[@crisppzanuff2868]

@@FabianReyesBahamon true I ended up getting the kz zs10 pro x thanks to liking the zero 2 and Jesus I haven't used anything for the last month, it feels rly rly good. Have been looking into the zero red but for now I'm completely satisfied with the kz

[@DeadCroc]

I would recommend not to consider iems from KZ if you're looking iems for gaming. It's great for listening to music and watching movies and stuff in fact it's better than most of the iems reviewed in this video for that but I have kz zsn pro 2 and believe me it's horrible in gaming(for valorant) maybe it's because of the sound engine used in the game. The footsteps can be heard clearly and the direction of footsteps can be predicted from far but it's sounds very mushy even the gun firing sounds very mushy. I've researched on this and turns out that almost every iem from KZ have this problem. My heart just shattered when I used it in valorant. How can such a good sounding iems provide bad experience in a game. I haven't tested it much in story games, although I played ghost of tsushima for some time and it seemed fine (better than valorant) but this may be because my ears are now used to hearing that sound I am not sure. Conclusion: Go over more reviews for iems from KZ and be specific on your research if you find it suitable based on your use then you can consider it.

[@Josh-Tech-Reviews]

Interesting video dude, nice thinking. The Top 5 idea is also great! I studied you a bit when starting my own channel.

[@devilsthumb]

BF1, respect. All these are great options, my fav still the QKZ HBB.

[@w4rr10r11]

I was looking at getting number 5 and 2 for general gaming and i really liked 2 more. Glad it's decent and at $25AUD as of writing this, I might pick them up.

[@misstermir]

Wanted to get my first IEM and still confused but so glad I found your video! Detailed reviews and much helpful🙏😍

[@DHardWorker]

yes its verygood for gaming and music movies🙂

[@BohmanderTCG]

stay away from kz zs iems they are trash oversponsored youtubers get paid by china :)

[@FabianReyesBahamon]

Interesting video. I would like to add that i have KZ Castor Harman (the one in this video), KZ Castor Bass, KZ EDX, EDX Pro, EDX Pro X, EXX Lite and ZSN Pro X, and for gaming, and general use i prefer the last i've mentioned... KZ ZSN Pro X. The black one lose it's paint easily unfortunately, but the sound is stunning for gaming, and in shooters you can hear steps much better than the others, but for music, y really love both Castor models, the Harman sounds detalied and the Bass Edition it's my favorite one, detailed but with a great Bass in there giving an extra delicious punch...by far, (having in mind the price)the besto one for listening to music, and again, for gaming, SZN Pro Xover all.Greetings

[@ciiil8802]

I am getting my first IEM this year and this video helps me ♥

[@FabianReyesBahamon]

And how it went? Which IEM did you get? Have you made your choiced based on Gaming or listening to music ? I'm Curious 😄

[@shinefake48]

For the KZ castor, do you think I should go for the black version(bass version)? Or is the silver version good enough, price wise I think it’s the same

[@ryantee7684]

Go for improve bass version

[@Yuki-xx2iw]

grey version is bass boosted, you can increase bass by 2 levels in silver version. so go for harman target

[@shinefake48]

@@Yuki-xx2iw I only see the silver and black on amazon, and from what I’m reading, black is the bass boosted

[@christianmiranda8571]

I have the KZ Castor Bass version and I love those. Best quality to price....

[@nghihuynh6631]

I'm currently using a chu 2 IEM, gotta its the best earphones i have try yet, super clear sound and you can locate the enemy with just sound. I played mainly war thunder and valorant

[@dennisalarcon9175]

Thank you for talking about the castor. Its unreal for the price. If you feel like its lacking treble the castor bass is brighter.

[@rishabhkrm]

just wanna say- thank you so much so so much ❤️

[@jeonmarmanalang6151]

I own a KZ DQS. It honestly sounds very good especially for the price of $10. Though I recommend to only use it in 80% volume, because some people are sensitive to the high frequency, but I honestly enjoy using it in music listening and for gaming

[@kaboom3015]

The KZ ZSN PRO X for me. Been using this for gaming since 2021

[@rupertstoddart4876]

How does the KZ compare to the Truthear x Crinacle Zero Blue? I am looking to buy my first pair of IEM and tons of videos rave about the Zero Blues in a gaming capacity.

[@Hijynx87]

These castor bass are pretty good, but in terms of technicality the zero blues are better. I think the castor bass sounds better for music though.

[@Josh-Tech-Reviews]

That's awesome! If ur priority is gaming, maybe look into what your favorite games are. If you like horror, get bass boosted earphones.

[@warrenyong1006]

The Tangzus have a Chinese design btw. The name is Chinese and the design uses jade which is often used in China.

[@XeoVGR]

Bro just called them Japanese 💀

[@yohan5098]

My KZ Castor mics does not sound like that 💀 Did you use any additional headphone, microphone combined jack? or just the single jack these come with and if you did. where did you insert the jack?

[@BohmanderTCG]

kzs are trash stay away from them

[@tudorM3214]

He uses an audio interface, that makes the mic sound better.

[@khanhnguyenvan7461]

Hey man, idk my version is different or ur confusing, but i think the first Kz is Edx Pro not Pro X. First, the name written on the box was Edx Pro. Second, Edx Pro X has its name around the logo on itself, which i dont see in the video. And the last is that Pro X cushions are black

[@Wistner]

Good picks. I have the EDX Pro X and Castor Harman. Among all my IEMs. The Castor Harman is actually my favorite for gaming. Over the Tripowin Olina & Artti T10 even. Recently ordered the Supermix 4 which I suspect will dethrone it. Good job on the video and audio production on this video 👍👍 Edit: Wanted to add the I got the Castor for about $6 on Alix bundle deals 😂

[@papasmurf6312]

What's better the kx castor or the kx castor bass boosted

[@papasmurf6312]

For hearing footsteps and fps games

[@Wistner]

@papasmurf6312 Castor Harman is better than Bass version for gaming for sure.

[@AscendedEnigma]

I just bought a pair of the #1 pick. My first IEMS, I'm excited.

[@siddqirani7560]

Me too!! I got it 2 days ago and its GOOD!!

[@AscendedEnigma]

@@siddqirani7560 did you get memory foam eartips? I didn't, all silicone 😭 but besides that I like them a lot!!!!

[@babymaker8986]

​@siddqirani7560 what are your thoughts

[@owaisdamad014]

​@@siddqirani7560 Did you buy the Harman version or bass version and good are they

[@AscendedEnigma]

@@babymaker8986 I like them, they're super comfortable once in the ear and the mic is pretty decent. The sound is really good as well. My only complaint is that I didn't get the foam eartips like he showed in the video. Just some transparent silicone tips which I don't like but I just got a different 3rd party set.

[@darksynthesis6499]

i'm decide to trust u and order the tangzu , hope it will be a big step for my 4 bucks xiaomi earbuds

[@ToZik]

Drove Caster daily for about 2 weeks, it sounds amazing for the price, especially the treble extension; not necessarily detailed and clean but somewhat upfront, clear and airy, which I believe is just a tiny bit better than Wan-Er but qc issues often happening, I had one pair which was too shouty than what it should be.

[@jhtongamer3151]

FL1: (Fixed minimum phase fast roll-off) FL2: (Linear slow roll-off) FL3: (Apodizing Apodization Filter) FL4: (Minimum phase fast roll-off) FL5: (Minimum phase slow roll-off) FL6: (Linear fast roll-off) FL7: (Brickwall Mixing Filter I play pubg on pc I have xenns mangird top and the smsl c200 what one would be best

[@MarkPlier-id9ni]

They must have changed the kz castors silver because i dont hear the bass like you do. I hear them more in the chu 2s. Also they are alot cheaper now in someplaces and they dont have the foam tips by default anymore.

[@Aran.123]

Love the vids

[@Josh-Tech-Reviews]

How long have you watched him?

[@Broseph4117]

I will say I ordered the zero 2 and waners at the same time. I found that the waner had better fitting tips that really closed off my ears to hear the bass. The zeros didn’t but when I used the tips from their waner iems on the zero 2, I could hear that the waners definitely had more bass. It really falls on the ear tips to really bring the sound out of these things.

[@liya4973]

Excellent work🎉

[@jittojetty5363]

Which wire should I connect for left and right headphones pieces, does left piece go with the cable with mic on it or the other one?

[@thesphyrth]

More solid list than the previous one, but my immaturity caused me to chuckle at how you pronounce the Wan'er.

[@Josh-Tech-Reviews]

LOL

[@Mujjitft]

Quick stupid question if you don't mind, these are compatible if you want to use them on mobile phones right?

[@student_1631]

yes

[@GPeres17]

If we talk about headsets, do you prefer the Logitech ProX2 or the Astro A40 mixamp? I do need help to chose 😅, I will appreciate it

[@Josh-Tech-Reviews]

Logitech tends to be better recognised. That's all I can say at this very moment.

[@BohmanderTCG]

stay away from gaming headsets bruh just get a audiotechnica or beyerdynamic headphone

[@Teizeon]

Do you know what might be the difference between KZ castor harman and bass edition? (in terms of gaming)

[@hazriqzafran_9441]

got for bass since you'll hear explosion / shooting better

[@demon6937]

The number 1 is new to me but I do see like those tiny tabs from other iem brands

[@rasheedw8307]

Crinacle Zero Red is it good tho?

[@dajalsejakdini]

I have a relatively small desk, I have built-in monitor speakers but they don't sound that great. I need some recommendations on great speakers with small footprint.

[@genshinanji8747]

Is the kinera celest wyvern pro not good?

[@ezylno9325]

Which is the best for console?

[@AndrewTateTopG1]

Can you use this IEMs as a headset? Having sound and microphone functionality simultaneously

[@jacobpotash8690]

So with the Chu 2, Zero 2 and the Wan'er you can purchase an aftermarket cable that has a boom mic on it. With the other two IEMs I'm not sure there are cables with boom mics but you can purchase cables for them that have an integrated microphone

[@lordkaiser2]

Yes u can, there is the Kimura mic cable from antlion

[@AndrewTateTopG1]

@@lordkaiser2 thx so much

[@AndrewTateTopG1]

@@lordkaiser2 i was wondering if i could use this on a pc

[@lordkaiser2]

@@AndrewTateTopG1 As long you have the jack or jacks for it, u could use it in the pc without any problem

[@eriekstriker]

just got the castor bass edition for $5, and though, well if 5 got me these, what can i get for 20? well this is disappointing but at least i got a really good iem for just $5 they're on AliExpress on the 3 combo pack

[@vivalabutoy]

What game is in 1:49?

[@adrianmunoz9334]

Can I use the KZ castors on my ps5 controller?

[@marcelbrummer5098]

Try something like counterstrike with all these headphones again to check directionality and soundstage..I think the winners and losers may change spots.

[@viowithcrailtap]

I bought a set of the KZ Castor based off your recommendation. I ordered the set without the mic and they didn't come with the foam tips. Also the directional sound was terrible. Is there a setting I need to use? I couldn't work out where other players were and it was too heavy bass wise.

[@azharriaz14]

Whats your Review now i also order it just now for gaming do tell me ?

[@BohmanderTCG]

stay away from kz scam company sponsored trash youtubers lie

[@samratpaul7977]

How are you sir. I am a *Basshead please recommend me one( 7hz zero 2 or Tangzu Wane ) . Please do help. Love from India ❤

[@boneknockgrit2695]

welcome to Chi-Fi rabbit hold. can jump in but no way out.

[@miassenpai6057]

Never thought this channel will now dive to the world of Chi-Fi IEMs.. I owned the Wan'er before and they are kinda mid in gaming performance. Now I own the Tanchjim Origin and Kiwi Ears Quintet, heck they are a certified wall hackers in FPS games

[@26faizalam10]

Is this iems good for mobile gamming like pubg and bgmi mobile tpp game for directional sound and accurate footsteps and my gamming skills are exceptional but i can't pinpoint location with my headphones and can't hear a little far footstep distance and i don't need mic

[@ikangoyeng7853]

kastor is the most expensive huh? i saw one on shopee(kinda like temu) is cheapest on the list,and castor has 2 type,bass and harman,this one is harman if i wasnt mistaken. I heard castor is thicc boy,maybe some people find it uncomfortaboe

[@edmundsavalas192]

KZ Castor or ZSN Pro 2 ?

[@e.b.9702]

Not me owning 4 out of 5 from this video, lol. The only one i am missing is Zero 2. Also KZ Castor Bass Edition >>>>> Great video btw.

[@tudorM3214]

Hi, I want to buy the kz edx pro x's, what do you think about them? Are they good for gaming and music?

[@Hijynx87]

If you aren’t getting bass on these it’s definitely a seal issue. The chu 2, castor, wan’er and zero 2 definitely have bass.

[@Yuki-xx2iw]

yeah zero 2 is bass heavy but castor has dedicated driver for bass. which is awesome

[@jensenjs4180]

Does these IEM can distinguish the position of FPS game?

[@IBDWARRIOR]

No not the kz castors. The sound stage is terrible

[@tls123-k8l]

They feel ass at first but you get used to them plus pros use them in pro matches tho they surely are worse than a regular headset. After 3 4 games i got used to chu 2 iems i prefer iems now tldr: they definitely can but worse then a regular headset

[@jensenjs4180]

@@IBDWARRIOR i feel u bro i bought kz castor after the video but the sound presentation is kinda 💀

[@Kurunical]

Interesting, my research about the IEMs got me the info that Tangzu Waner was a little worse than 7HZ Zero 2, so I decided to get 7HZ zero 2 first, then next month I will also grab the waner but didn't expect KZ castor in this list. Might as well get that the month after the next month.

[@kali5832]

consumerism at its finest

[@miltonwilliams2399]

That game looks amazing

[@Van3450]

How about the truthear gate? It didn't make it?

[@keyycee5547]

Whats with the KZ ZSN Pro X for 25bucks for Gaming?

[@BohmanderTCG]

they are trash stay away from KZ brand

[@yamko7989]

how did you get chu 2 for 17 dollars?

[@Hijynx87]

The wan’er isn’t good for music? It’s probably the best one out of these for music lol. Try pulling up on the back of your ears when inserting to get a deeper seal. Also try different tips, I dont think you are getting a proper seal.

[@Yuki-xx2iw]

I think he has some kinda hearing issue 😂😂

[@gamesbond0078]

started looking at iems today, how???

[@Josh-Tech-Reviews]

Hahahahahah!

[@ejslego_yt]

Same bro

[@Vincent-nh7jg]

Hi, I have the Tangzu Wan'er SG but I can't get the mic to work I don't know why. Can you help?

[@DHardWorker]

Buy a new one

[@Vincent-nh7jg]

@@DHardWorker thanks gang

[@wawanbah5568]

Castor is literally 90 percent of Nova but with a steal price. So far NO 1

[@RadChromeDude]

got the castor! no foam tips tho...

[@rishabhkrm]

liked and subbed❤

[@vxed4565]

I own both moondrop chu 2 and tanzu I feel tanzu is more of a natural sounding but moondrop chu2 has this mid base , tanzu they go really loud Try listening to something like 'Stairway to heaven ' u will know how good the tanzu are Thank me later ;)

[@Josh-Tech-Reviews]

Does that mean we should go Tanzu over Chu2?

[@vxed4565]

@Josh-Tech-Reviews not really depends on the person for me i like the sound stage of tanzu better but my ears are quite small so i feel a bit of ear fatigue after a bit of time with tanzu so i primarily use the moodrop chu 2 as it is very small and fits like charm but when i feel like listening to some metal and some old 20's song i would prefer the tanzu

[@Josh-Tech-Reviews]

@@vxed4565 Thanks! If I was gonna do a review, which would be more interesting to do?

[@Josh-Tech-Reviews]

@@vxed4565 Hells yes dude some metal you say? So ur saying these are great for music?

[@vxed4565]

​@@Josh-Tech-Reviews yep

[@titan5969]

What's the name of the game he's playing????

[@l9lye459]

Im using the kz castor hermans!

[@Josh-Tech-Reviews]

Thoughts?

[@Yuki-xx2iw]

@@Josh-Tech-Reviews trebble is not that great but bass 10/10

[@Josh-Tech-Reviews]

@@Yuki-xx2iw bass matters ;) but so does treble :(

[@jrmyg1621]

i think this guy really likes alot of bass

[@ConsumerTechReview]

My preference is not a lot or a little bass, it is accuracy. Any headsets, IEMs, or speakers goal should be to be as full range (producing extremely low bass, and extremely high trebles) as possible without any drops along the frequency range. MOST IEMs in general do not do this, and really focus only on the latter half of frequency response, thus incorrectly recreating the sound.

[@AscendedEnigma]

Soooo I bought the #1 pick but it didn't come with the foam tips, just silicone 😭

[@RadChromeDude]

yoooo same! the tips were translucent as well, not black

[@sharshan.m1915]

Finally which is best

[@devdev-re8yp]

Great video! I have been thinking of getting my first pair of IEMs and was considering the KZ Castor or KZ ZS10 Pro 2. Do you think it is worth it to shell out the extra cash for the Pro 2?

[@Celestial2000]

I do suggest getting the KZ ZS10 pro 2, It has a wider sound stage

[@andresalim10]

Simgot EW100P, KZ ZSN Pro 2 good imaging tho

[@swanai]

what game are you playing? in the beginning?

[@prm1261]

bf1

[@centos8034]

Free tip here: your GF looks like she's taking too much vegetable oils in her diet, looks as in a pre inflammatory state.

[@georgepierre3594]

I'd rank qkz x hbb rank 1 or 2. for imaging.

[@technology4314]

Why do you have two youtube channels?

[@nanakabe]

So you are basshead. Btw, good video👍🏻

[@Gadgetibles]

Kz castor or tangzu waner i listen to mostly hip hip and rnb music

[@insomnia1961]

Kz Castor Bass.

[@mchlrvr]

KZ castor for valorant?

[@tvinhle24]

same question 😁

[@noax_lud4854]

Can you use iems on the ps5?

[@ElCapoNinja]

Yes

[@IBDWARRIOR]

The KZ Castors are way to treblely for me. The switches didn't make any difference at all. How you play games with these IEMS baffles me. Save your money or buy a pair of moondrop chu 2s. Way better in my opinion

[@user-uw9vg8be9p]

I am going to buy my first iem,so can anyone tell me which I could choose as I show the video but others have different opinions for gaming . Some suggest tangzu the best and some zero 2 . Please help me with this😊😊😊😊

[@Josh-Tech-Reviews]

I would LOVE to hear what choice you make, and how you feel about it once using the device

[@Solarguitech]

Los EDX que muestras en el vídeo no son los EDX pro X, sino los EDX pro.

[@freemasonry666]

and on thumbail image is zsn pro 🥱

[@ashraymaharjan]

Need a mid range with good overall..

[@drinolokoy225]

No CCA CRA?

[@ConsumerTechReview]

The CCA CRA’s are actually exactly the same as the EXX Pro X in terms of build and sound quality. They seem to be manufactured by the same company which is pretty common with IEMs.

[@Josh-Tech-Reviews]

What's this?

[@Josh-Tech-Reviews]

@@ConsumerTechReview Oh, it's a model. Okay cool, thanks for the info.

[@yamko7989]

what happened to cca cra

[@BRUCEWAYNE-on8pk]

I own tangzu wan'er and i can say that you can't play online games(especially valorant) using these iem's. I mean when an enemy is coming from South, it sounds like he's approaching from east. So please do as much research as possible before buying an iem especially for gaming as they aren't built for gaming. Peace