Salnotes Zero Review: This is a Big WOW for $20! ( vs Chu )
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0:00 Unboxing
2:50 Sound Impressions
7:20 Verdict
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Tuning is done by Crinacle
The Salnotes Zeros do have that audiophile type sound signature, so that's a plus. My problem with the Salnotes unfortunately is in it's shape and overall feel. They are not particularly comfortable given their size and shape for long listening sessions. Which means gaming with these won't be the best. I also don't like that 7hz put their bold branding on the Salnotes Zeros themselves. That branding eliminates decreetness, and only brings attention to a already cheap looking earbud. It's tacky.
I have the Chu. The Chu 2 like the Chu 1 has a shape that I know people will find far more pleasing. As for gaming, I wouldn't say that they are anything revolutionary. There is and have been other IEM'S in the sub 50 dollars price range that also excels at gaming, plus their a lot more comfortable to wear😂.
Could you please update your "EARPHONE AWARDS - BEST BUDGET EARPHONE LIST (Updated March 2021)" and other list like "Z Favorites List"
Up for this
This is exactly what I have been waiting for!
Thank you. Do you recommend ear tips or/and another cables?
Hey i just wanna know which is best on clarity to choose between blon bl03 or kz pr1 hifi?
Got the salnotes zero, and so far is FITS right in my preferences! Impressed!
I just thinking if i buy 7Hz Zero. What's your opinion i wanna get some USB DAC: HiBy FC1 (if this cheap work propper), HiBy FC3 or FiiO KA1? (music on cheap smartphone)
Can u recommend bluetooth adapter for this? Kz aptx hd or kz az09 or trn bt20?
Mine has arrived and I've been using Zero for nearly 3 days straight and I must say I'm impressed by the sound quality. The sound is just really balanced and never feels lacking in any area for me. The bass is also enough in quantity while being punchy and fast when it's asked for whether it's for EDM or Metalcore. The mid while not being ultra-clear (obviously), it sounds natural and there's this lift in upper-mid region imo, so the thing like female vocal will sound more forward although it's not that intimate enough for me. The treble is airy enough and quite detail, you can occasionally hear that cymbals or sparkle, and more importantly it never feels harsh in my ears.
I don't understand about some reviews that say the bass quantity is lacking.. like, how Blon BL03's will be then for my ears? Lol. Overall, Zero imo has that kind of balance sound..maybe a bit warm to my ears. Really a good sounding stuff that's suitable for all genres.
A great conclusion is you can just bring these IEMs wherever you go and you won't worry about anything.
will it be good for the Weeknd's Discography
@@aryanjohnsharma quite good imo. Balanced sound. But maybe some people would find the male vocal lacking body just a bit. But overall i think it's fine. Another alternative is Moondrop Chu.
@@hlway40 will cop the Zero's, Thanks for the Recommendation anyways ♥️
The bass and mids are perfectly balanced and neutral, though find the treble to be a bit high, and I have to listen to music at lower volume to stop it from ringing my ears. (But I've always been sensitive to treble on in-ear headphones, so maybe it's just a me thing)
7Hz0 isn't going to be my daily headphones. But it will have an important niche in my collection, and for $20 it's a great purchase and a safe blind buy.
@@hlway40 is this good for use all day some of the one tolds the metal casing fall down aftr some of the time
Nice Review...what is the brand & model music player that you used in this video please?
Hey zpolt! what's the best budget DAP would you recommend?
Are these better than the old apple earphones that used to come with phones? I remember they were great and loud
I bought these IEMs, and I really like them, now wanting to buy IEMs similar in sound to these but in a budget of 100/150 what would you recommend?
hello zpolt how does this compare to NiceHCK DB3? are they similar in frequency response? I hope you could answer.
Hey zpolt!! Can you recommend some iem that is good for gaming(fps) like valorant,pubg etc, my budget is around 20-25usd.
Just ordered this on Amazon. Can't wait to try :D
hi, I saw that you already made a video showing the one Qkz, could you do another video about a new one Qkz zxk?
What dac are you using in this video. Thanks 👍 More Power 💪
Btw, how it's compared to previous champion in this price range -- NiceHCK DB3?
I buy this too as well.. I surprised for the 20$ had no complains. No peaky metallic mids which is good! Definetly the best IEM i've ever own!
I'm planning to buy this to replace the headphones that I use on my PC. Most of the time, I play PC games and I also listen to music. I'm not gonna do any heavy audio activities. I have several questions since this is the first IEM that I'll be buying and I hope that you can help me out.
1. Can I/Should I just plug it in my motherboard then use my computer normally or do I have to buy other audio stuff to get the most out of it? I'm asking this because I have seen videos talking about DAC, amp, audio interface, etc. but I don't really know what they do and if they are going to benefit me as a casual user.
2. Do I need to download a software or change any settings in my PC that would "enhance" the quality of this IEM.
3. I haven't seen any reviews about the durability of this product. I have owned many earphones before and they all used to work fine until only one side is functioning. I'm not sure if this is also a common issue in IEM. If this IEM runs into this problem, can I simply buy a replacement cable to fix this issue?
4. If I'm gonna use a cable extender to connect it to my PC, will there be some losses in terms of audio quality?
Thank you very much for your time and attention. Any suggestions and external links regarding my questions are very much appreciated.
Hey community please help me. I am entering into my audiophile journey and confused if i should go with zero type c (with mic) edition or not. As my phone only supports that so is there any issue in compression or muzzled voice?
Which sound is best cca nra and 7h zero?
( Electrostatic vs dynamic )
Does it work with wireless bluetooth earhook? Tnx.
would you recommend this for shooting games?
Which one is batter compairing cra ot salnotes zero
Good day! Does it come with built in mic?
How do 7hz salnotes zero compare with BLON BL03
7Hz Zero vs KZ ZSN pro any thoughts thank you nice video .
Which one has the best build quality Salnotes Zero vs War ner vs Hola?
does it support kz bluetooth adapter?
What about sound level ? I m gonna use in gym should i go for it ? Or cca cra+
Are these a worthy upgrade for tin t2?
Can this be used for gaming as well?
Whats better ? DB3 OR this one ?
The 7hz Zero is a single DD configuration not a hybrid or tri... Great video and review.
Can you review the new KZ ZS10 Pro X and CCA PLA13. Really looking forward on reviewers to check on this new ones
How is it compared to Moondrop chu 2 ?
zero casing is amazing. had my new pup test out its hardness. 10/10 will buy new dentures for my puppy.
Is it good for fps gaming?
how are these compared to Blon 03
vs Dioko how much difference?
Pick one Blon blo3 or Zero
Are these comfortable while sleeping?
Is it good for gaming?
Did you buy from shopee? I dont know how to check if the product is legit
Finally the review that I've been waiting! Thank you so much!
What about gaming? Game like Apex or warzone ,is it good for those game?
can you do a full review for DAP like shanling M3x
Zero or Sony XB55AP?
Can you review Tangzu Wan'er vs blon bl03?
I got these to complement my E3000. Your impressions almost exactly match what I hear. Though I'm chugging them off my android phone without a dedicated DAC/Amp. The downsides to me were the thin and metallic timbre, recessed and at times hollow mids. Those issues aside the Zeros are phenomenal for the price or even twice that. Detail across the octave is phenomenal yet natural/un-exaggerated, the extension on both ends is excellent and stereo separation/width is beyond what the price would suggest. Imaging is better than the E3000 (without a dedicated DAC). The E3000 though is FAR FAR better for vocals (even off a phone with some EQ) not just because of the added weight, warmth & smoothness but more so because of the stage height and unhindered natural scaling and 'perfect' balance/placement of male & female vocals. The e3000 is also more musical and gives you a far greater sense of emotion. All said, a big thumbs up for the Zeros, even if these were $50!
if you want detachable cable go for Zero, but if you want the moondrop spring tips go for chu :D
The eartips for the 7hz0 aren't very comfortable. Though you could buy some eartips and it would still would compete well against $30-50 IEM's anyway.
At this price why not both tbh
I totally agree with your review
I tried zero, bass is awesome, vocals are little bit southy at high volume, treble and stage is really good.
🔥For the price you can't beat. It's sound like $50 or $60 iem. I think better sub bass than chu.
Does this have mic?
Moondrop spaceship or this? For FPS games.
blon 03 or this?
ne, Zpolt
do compare it with the T3+, I think it's more neck to neck with the model compared to Chu, it's quite brighter ngl
I have an idea for graphics: to write the model name with the same colour as it's graphic line. It'll be more easy readable for non-fluent English speakers (like me :) )
looks good for me, however could you please do a video on IEMs for the ones who have small ears cuz most of the IEMs you explain about are good but huge for my ears. So if you could make one video starting from budget to $100 range would be really helpful
So obviously there's no way for me to know your ear size, but mine are also small-ish, and the 7hz Zeros fit me comfortably. I just got them and I've been wearing them the whole day. Regardless, your suggestion's a good one
EDIT: also, unlike zpolt, I don't find the earhooks tight at all. Ig im lucky that they sit non-obtrusively behind my ears
Please do sound peats free 2 classic seeks like a competitive sound for the price
Also check out the Reecho SG-01. It also one of the best right now.
Nice Tuff Lite. Knife guy and audiophile?
Nice review, waiting for the comparison of this to crinacle truthear zero which has dual driver and costs 30$ more.
Both of them tuned by crin right?
Can you suggest some cheapest dac or any equipment to play it through a smartphone?
You don't have a headphone jack? xD
Else Apple dongle.
ThanksMuch!
It was a big wow alright
One question, is the mic of this iem has a noise cancellation features?
Nope
Does it have mic to use for calling or video chat?
No the cable doesn't have mic.
Personally I am amazed. Despite listening to sennheiser hd600 and Hifiman 5xx this is just unbelievable. The space depth, vocal, sax or trumpet and specially double bass are just few exceptional points. Yes, I listen acoustic jazz with good vocals and 20$ shouldn't deliver any goods? Oh you'll be shocked. Just plug them to a decent dac amp, like mine project S2digital and the music will sound so real so unbelievable.
Is a dac nessasary for these. Does? Does the soundstage increases with dac?
I got Mine about 2 weeks ago, all I can say is wow.
I was waiting for your take on this one Z. Because of all the hype around it. For 20 dollars it appears to be a stand out and a must have! 👌
Thank you 👍👍
Was surprised an iem can compete with the chu. Things are getting exciting.
@@zpolt Hi, I am planning on getting another set on the $20 range, I had with me KZ ZSN Pro for quite sometime (at least from when it came out). I do like its tuning but lesser highs and more mids would be much better :D is this pair on the recommended list or other pairs ? Thanks.
@@Vanxerd since it's KZ you have chances are they are tuned V shape. Chu and Zero will be a good choice for you since they are clearly more neutral and have lesser highs than KZ
Thank you for the review, what is Your favourite IEM right now….?👍🙋♂️
i always think abt jhaudio's ambient pro, bcs i heard it w the headphone and it was magnificent
but yeah fav always been red halo, i think most people who have heard also think alike
Would you still recommend trn ba5 in $50 range iem? If not, what iem you can recommend?
You can try TRN v90 if you like V-shape signature, or you can go for Tin HiFi t2 or t2 plus if you have more budget for Neutral signature
@@Anonymous_11111 thanks for the recommendation
I have the t2plus and I like it... But it fits weird in the ears for some, so keep that in mind. I also purchased the t3plus and I love it for a more neutral signature. I love my Zero's though. Easily best under $50
My E10C on the verge of death, I'm thinking of getting the zero , will it be a good upgrade?
opinions on that...
hey did u get it? if so how does it compare to E10C cus I recently bought the E10C and I found it sibilant although it's balanced and detailed
@@47dark My decision changed and now I own a truthear hola,
It serves it's purpose very well and according to my taste.
What should i pick 7hz salnotes zero aur final e1000?
From what I know E1000 is already outdated and its build quality is worse than Zero. And it comes with non-detachable cable too.
Getting my first iem what do you recommend? Salnotes Zero or TINHIFI T3+ or Aria?
Salnotes Zero is the best entry. You could also consider Dunu Titan S it have similar style and better sounding (it's a bit heavy thought).
Aria if you listen to lots of different types.
I don't have Tin Hifi T3 plus.
Ps: if you don't want to build a collection. You should buy the more expensive IEM instead of a bunches of budget IEM. They surely feel different.
Salnotes
Its depend what sound signature do you like, 7hz Zero is "Warm neutral" but sometimes it can be bright in the high notes, Tin Hifi T3 plus it V-shape but more mild, and if you like "Harman neutral" you can go for Aria its also good for mixing and mastering in studio
Does the cable of 7hz salnotes comes with mic?
Nope, but depending on where you buy it, you may get a cable like that included separately
All i can say for this IEM is Buy it. It's worth. Big upgrade from my KZ EDX.
Bruhh Tell , Any Difference Between Without Mic and with c type With Mic
Kz edx has bass zero doesn't.
@@vzero8612Bloated bass, yes.
What should i pick, salnotes or kz zsn pro?
What did u buy?
I picked this up last week and I was blown away! Easily best under $50. And better than most $50-$90 I’ve tried.
I was planning to buy TFZ Live 3, should I just go for this one?
@@Majesty_Lord Totally different sound signatures, this one excels at vocals TFZ Live 3 is more V Shaped, clear focus on mid bass. depends what u prefer, Do you like good vocals buy Salnotes, do you like buy slamming bass with clarity buy QKZ x HBB, for treble I would add and get a S12, for holographic soundstage for a steal get Fiio FD5
@@elyad67 I’m more into electro rock and pop so salnotes then…I guess
Buy truthhear Hexa
Hello sir! I'm newbie
Can you help me to choose between tangzu wan'er and salnote zero
I'm goin to use it to play codm and listen to phonk and ASMR thanks in advance sir!
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Can it blow out bl-03 in terms of technicalities?
Definitely
zpolt pls review edx ultra
Would this work with c pin connector for KZ az09?
Same question
I have them on the kz az09 but you have to cut the rubber part around the 2pin of the kz az09 pro to expose the 2pin a little more but its very easy to do that and it definitely works. I'm hearing this video right now using this same combination.
Is this one better,than ZSN pro?
Yes. More natural sound
I don't like it honestly, my brother have one and when i listened, it's a little bright and a little sibilant for my taste and the biggest bummer is that it has anemic bass.
I still love the Reecho SG01, T3+ & Mele.
Do you think this is a great upgrade for KZ Zs10 pro?
I wouldn't say it's an upgrade though. These two have different sound signature - I've had ZS10 Pro before. ZS10 Pro is more v-shape, more aggressive, more bright-sounding and has less bass quantity than Zero, while it also has better technicalities (instrument separation, detail, soundstage, etc). Zero is more versatile and suitable for a lot of music genres, also much less fatiguing.
Anything is an upgrade over any KZ IEM
I enjoy the chu better for music, as I like a warmer sound and I don't like sibilance.
That being said, the Zero is insane for gaming. Pretty decent soundstage, imaging is ok and the treble helps with footsteps. Perfect budget IEM for gaming.
what games do you play ?
do soundtest between vk4
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i bought them last month and while they are definitely worth the $20, they weren't to my liking. there were 2 main issues for me, one in voice range and one in the treble.
while vocals are not shouty, i find that the vocals lack weight which is present on other warmer tunings. it is also noticeable with cello; it sounds good but there is no real weight to the instrument. the treble, while not piercing, has an unnatural shimmer in the top end (i found it similar to the "BA" shimmer). sure i can fix the 2 issues with eq (and i do eq everything), but at that point it just becomes another iem in the "pile of iems that don't get much use"
after trying them, i still prefer my kz crn for music and my e500 for general use.
Hi Zpolt! So, your salnotes rating it looks like the TRI Starsea? How is it possible? Salnotes is under 20, Tri Starsea is under 150 :D
Please let me understand!
What should i pick, Salnotes Zero or KZ ESX ??
Salnotes
Salnotes... Not even close
this is a gold iem because it's a collab with cranicle, but cranicle doesn't want his name in the product that's why the audiophile community supported it.
I have this issue in my 7hz Zero where it peaks at 11k its like from the video graph at 2:56 but it peaks at 11k
Never clicked this fast
How it can be more warm, having less bass and more highs on the graphic?
Bro I bought these yesterday trust me these don't have enough bass lack luster Audio
These are little brighter and clean peek free
But they lack instruments separation and treble sparkle
Sony MH1 Samsung galaxy S8 AKG bundles sennheiser CX 180 are far better than this 7hz zero
Sony MH1 is Muddy
CX180 sounds clearly the best here
the CX180 has hardest hitting bass it's clean it sounds fuller
CX180 has much better mids and treble much nicer sparkly treble
CX180 has better Imaging separation and Soundstage better vocals and much better bass than any of them
@@Smzxe Are we talking about the Sennheiser cx 180 Street ii ? Is almost one third the price of the zeros. Are they that good?
@@uk5993 they are far better 😆 I have both 7hz salnotes zero cx180 Sony MH1 CRA Chu
Cx180 sounds better than them all
@@uk5993I will upload full review and sound samples just wait I'm recording then properly ruclips.net/video/6rqeRu0otkA/видео.html
He is sponsored by 7hz. Simple
are you ratings out of 5 or out of 10?
no out of 5