KZ ZS10 Pro 2 Review - 5 Driver Hybrid W/Switches!

Here is my take on the KZ ZS10 Pro 2 and they have four balanced armatures and one dynamic driver per side. This model also has four switches which individually can be put into two different positions.
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Timecodes :
0:00 Introduction and disclaimer
0:34 Specs, unboxing and first look
3:40 Review intro
3:56 Aesthetics
4:22 Included tips
4:52 Power and sensitivity
5:06 Comfort and fit
5:27 Timbre
5:42 Technicalities
6:01 Stage and imaging ( Imaging is decent )
6:26 Thoughts on the sound, tuning and switches
9:45 Conclusion
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[@omerakgoz34]

Looks actually great tuning wise. Especially they giving us almost all possible bass tuning options. But, uppermid and treble looks very bright.

[@VortexReviews1]

They are a bit bright but not as bad as it looks.

[@aadi2134]

@@VortexReviews1 What would you recommend. this or zsx?

[@VortexReviews1]

@@aadi2134 This

[@georgepierre3594]

@@VortexReviews1 What would u recommend the KZ vadar balanced(cca trio but cheaper), or these?

[@VortexReviews1]

@@georgepierre3594 Never tried the Vader.

[@cr0wnest]

This is a really surprising set, especially with IEMs getting pretty stale these days with the tunings. I like how this one can get from a clsssit KZ V shaped sound to an outright L shaped just by meddling with the switches

[@VortexReviews1]

Indeed!

[@revan.3994]

Sounds like an optimized setup will be Final Audio Type-E tips (which tend to smoothen the highs a bit) and the switches to UUDD... and we have a nice budget winner right there.

[@VortexReviews1]

Glad you like it.

[@skizzarz]

hey Vortex, I've been enjoying your graph measurements on squig and appreciate the breadth of your collection. I wonder why your graphs tend to look smoother than some others? Are there different settings in measurement testing that can affect the detail/resolution of the graph?

[@VortexReviews1]

Cheers and it varies on peoples setups. I use my Topping combo which has a super low output impedance for the best accuracy plus I use the coupler with the recommended sound card as well.

[@skizzarz]

@@VortexReviews1 thank you!

[@VortexReviews1]

@@skizzarz No problem.

[@trapbeatproducer]

I can't stand foam tips - so glad you agree. I first tested the ZS10's but they were really brash in the high end. After losing one in Heathrow Airport I bought some ZS10 Pro X in Atlanta and still use them today. Really nice IEM's. I'm not too sure on the adjustable switches but will compare your graph with the ZS10 Pro X right now. If they both peak around the same I will keep what I have. Yeah the difference is negligible so you are right about keeping the switches up. Apparently the last switch (fourth) reduces the high frequencies somewhat, but not that much going by your graph. I would love to upgrade but I will stick with mine for now. That said I'm a nerd and will probably buy the 2's this evening after a few beers 🤣

[@VortexReviews1]

Thanks for sharing your thoughts and if you like what you have then stick with it 👍

[@trapbeatproducer]

@@VortexReviews1 the new balanced armature has already infiltrated my thoughts and I am weak 😁. I love the ZS10 Pro X but will consider the 2's over the next few days. Also for reference, I create new melodies and produce hip hop instrumental music near on daily. My IEM's for both creating and mixing are the KZ EDX Pro X that cost approximately 5€ 🤯 They aren't as bright as the ZS10 range so you might like them for video editing. I mated the EDX Pro X's with the AZ20 ear hooks for a bluetooth setup with zero perceptible latency 👀 The work great 💪🩵

[@VortexReviews1]

@@trapbeatproducer Nice 👍

[@shihasaboobacker2757]

Im getting my first iem, shortlisted selnotes zero, castor bass, zs10 pro2. I liked the clean and wide kind of sound from 7hz selnotes zero from a video that i heard. Would kz castor or the zs10 pro 2 give me all that + more bass. Or should i get selnotes or any thing else wud u like to suggest? Thanks

[@VortexReviews1]

Zero 2 is a good starting IEM.

[@matija656]

I am using them for a few days now, bought them for an early bird price of 35$, and coming from zs10pro x to these ones, pro 2 just sounds better. I love the ability to tune the bass with the switches, because pro x had a tad bit too much bass for my liking. On pro 2 I use UUDD switch combo, and I really like the sound. One thing I am a bit disappointed about is the function of the 4th switch, they advertise that it should bring the treble a bit down, but every review has proven that it does nothing, and I also can't seem to hear any difference. Shame, because it would be nice to have tunable treble also... Maybe the first batch has a fault for the switch, but for the price I have paid for them, can't complain.

[@VortexReviews1]

Glad you like them and the switches are a good enough thought but I prefer them without them. I don't think it's a fault.

[@m_yy_m]

Great review. 👍 Do you remember how the ZS10 Pro X sounds and how it compares to the ZS10 Pro 2? Thanks

[@matija656]

Pro 2 has better imaging, better soundstage, I hear some details I haven't heard on pro x. Tunable bass is a great option in my opinion, and it works really nicely.

[@VortexReviews1]

Been a while but matija is right

[@m_yy_m]

Thanks 👍

[@VortexReviews1]

@@m_yy_m No worries.

[@the7observer]

looks bright how does it compare to the EW200? From the way you describe it, it seems EW200 would win in details

[@VortexReviews1]

Both are solid picks and maybe the EW200 on details slightly but it does not have the tuning options like this unless you EQ.

[@lokrj]

Looking forward to the review of KZ ZSN PRO 3 next week

[@VortexReviews1]

Probably

[@mistaBorg]

great video, how does it go against hola or chu 2?

[@VortexReviews1]

Thanks and the Hola is not available any more. Chu 2 is not tuned as well in my opinion.

[@dave91863]

KZ seem to have turned a corner with hydro and pro 2, i just hope they continue to improve, i would buy the pro 2 and hydro even though i swore i would never but from them again

[@VortexReviews1]

I understand that.

[@maliciousmale1]

Howz treble on these ones? I have pro x10 and its really sharp and uncomfortable in some songs.

[@VortexReviews1]

You may not like it.

[@wahid-lg1kk]

I want one of this series, would you say the pro x is better? Or the zsn pro 2? I don't like the graph on this one..am I interpreting it wrong? My other choice would be the Trn Conch, I need an all rounder, my other stuff all specialises in certain things. I was using a ZVX for that, but I upgraded my dac and it can't keep up..

[@VortexReviews1]

ZSN Pro 2 is poor from what I can tell and the ZS10 Pro 2 is my choice over the X model.

[@wahid-lg1kk]

@@VortexReviews1 ok thanks..

[@VortexReviews1]

@@wahid-lg1kk ok.

[@darksynthesis6499]

hey man i'm just return the tangzu waner for this . i'm about to buy this kz . could u tell me should i use this pair of iem cause i'm a competitive fps gamer i'm only play rainbow six siege . to be honest that game is crazy cause it's have basement a some floor which is make me nervous when i'm try to track where are the enemy . the tangzu waner is really bad for me cause if i hear the footstep on my right the enemy is infront of me and opposite. i have been ask some store and they said i should pick some iem have more driver like this kz 1 dd and 4 ba. my budget just enough to get this . hope u could answer me . sorry for my poor language . it's not my native

[@VortexReviews1]

I understand you fine. I have never played Rainbow Six Siege to be honest and never will.

[@tcoxy]

I just returned these to Amazon. Not sure if I got a dud set but these were lifeless and low output. I also found the tuning switches to have no affect on the sound at all. Night and day compared to my Audio Technica ATH E40s. Wanted to love these but ended up very underwhelmed.

[@VortexReviews1]

Seems odd. Maybe a bad batch. At least you got the refund.

[@tcoxy]

@@VortexReviews1 I just received an even cheaper set (Linsoul 7Hz x Crinacle Zero:2) and they are leaps and bounds better than the KZ's which firms up my suspicions about a bad set. I might give the KZ's another try in future.

[@ZeusPropofol]

Got them today. A few hours of listening so far. Upper mids and treble sound thin, especially treble. No real sibilance, just kinda metallic thin treble. Tips with narrow bore help to lower that treble a little. Stage, instrument separation and layering, probably best I heard from KZ

[@VortexReviews1]

What tips did you mainly use?

[@ZeusPropofol]

KB ear 07 tips. Switched to Final E or Sony clones with small bore and it’s better

[@VortexReviews1]

@@ZeusPropofol Nice 👍

[@trapbeatproducer]

@@VortexReviews1 if you saw the ear tips and lack of mesh on my ZS10 Pro X you would block me from this channel 😅

[@VortexReviews1]

@@trapbeatproducer That's sounds spicy lol

[@JosephFlemming]

I was mad these didn’t come with medium silicone tips… oh well k had plenty of extras

[@VortexReviews1]

Most folks use medium tips so this doesn't make sense in not including them.

[@ShadesAwayYT]

These vs the salnotes zero for gaming?

[@VortexReviews1]

This if you lower the bass switches down.

[@Gamix10]

Would you recommend these for gaming as well?

[@VortexReviews1]

Should be okay for casual gaming

[@Gamix10]

@@VortexReviews1thx

[@VortexReviews1]

@@Gamix10 No worries.

[@tsdq512]

I was about to Buy ZS10 Pro X, is Pro 2 better?

[@VortexReviews1]

I prefer the Pro 2.

[@kaesid]

vs truthear zero blue? for gaming?

[@VortexReviews1]

Never tried the Zero Blue.

[@praneethreddy8328]

I mostly play fps games on mobile,are these earphones worth for gaming?

[@VortexReviews1]

Possibly with the bass turned down.

[@praneethreddy8328]

@@VortexReviews1 thanyou

[@VortexReviews1]

@@praneethreddy8328 No worries.

[@zezohmdany2002]

How about the mic is good?

[@VortexReviews1]

Mic is ok.

[@MiranKawan-cl2xg]

Can you please do a mic test?

[@VortexReviews1]

I won't do a separate one but the mic is "ok"

[@abhikmandal6696]

Hey my budget is around $40. I'm currently confused between kz zs10 pro 2, cca rhapsody and simgot ew200. Or should spend $10 more for delci. I like puncy bass without affecting the vocals and wide soundstage.Also tuning switchs are a plus point as i probably won't do eq.

[@woka_kawanua-hw2hj]

go for the Delci.

[@abhikmandal6696]

​@@woka_kawanua-hw2hjHey thanks for answering. I was also considering delci but tuning switchs are very tempting as i can change it depending upon mood. Which one can be listened for longer period of time?

[@woka_kawanua-hw2hj]

@@abhikmandal6696 , similar thought occurred with me when I wanna get my first IEM with switch, I got it though, but after I met my setting, I never change it again, now regret for its bulky size due to switch.

[@VortexReviews1]

I would go Delci and I never tried the Rhapsody.

[@gamingxcapsule]

Brother this or simgot ea500lm?

[@Hijynx87]

Lm easily

[@VortexReviews1]

EA500LM

[@gamingxcapsule]

@@VortexReviews1 ❤️

[@VortexReviews1]

@@gamingxcapsule Cheers!

[@woka_kawanua-hw2hj]

​@@gamingxcapsule, seriously!? it's like you are asking suzuki or Mercedes Benz, LOL!

[@maliciousmale1]

Instead of switches if they provide equalizer app I guess would make more sense.

[@VortexReviews1]

True but it would depend what source is used?

[@ely_seum]

Do zsn pro 2🙏

[@VortexReviews1]

I don't have them unfortunately.

[@_HONLOI]

KZ ZS10 Pro 2 truthear hexa ?

[@VortexReviews1]

Hexa has a more neutral tuning if that's what you are after?

[@gurukantdesai4225]

vs KZ ZAR?

[@VortexReviews1]

ZS10 Pro 2 is better tuned in my opinion and has tuning options.

[@TopFinancialAdvisor]

Hello Brother ,please Rank #1, #2, #3, #4, #5 which IEM can deliver the Unforgettable & Sensational Experience like : Fun Deep Punchy Mid Bass & Sub Bass, Wide & Immersive SoundStage, Ultra Clear Female & Male Vocal Voice when watching Action & War Movies for 3 - 4 hours daily without fatigue between : ✅ KZ Castor Bass ✅ KZ D-Fi Non Switch ✅ QKZ X HBB ✅ CCA Trio ✅ KZ ZS10 Pro2 Please give me Valid Reasons Thank you Brother 🙏👍😁

[@VortexReviews1]

Before you ask you should actually check if I have reviewed all of those.

[@lordzed83]

green and red they look same lol.

[@matija656]

Looks like the 4th switch is not working for they advertise it, shame because I would like to tune the treble with it.

[@VortexReviews1]

Nearly the same lol

[@wahid-lg1kk]

Isn't it supposed to drop the treble? ​@@matija656

[@sohelahmad5625]

I got mine today. If you want my experience, just get rid of this shit. Extremely high treble just raped my ears. Sound experience is way different than my old headset. I wanted to switch from headset to IEM, but it's horrible.

[@VortexReviews1]

Cheers for your feedback!

[@woka_kawanua-hw2hj]

what's wrong with this KZ! they never learn about what's the correct for the pinna n the 8k, even a donkey is better than their engineer!

[@VortexReviews1]

Also they announced three more upcoming models!

[@BazilDay]

@@VortexReviews1 Where did they announce it? Please lemme know Vortex 🤍

[@badgerbreasts]

Mine didn't come with med silicon tips either

[@VortexReviews1]

Cheers for the info and that sucks.