7Hz x Crinacle Zero:2 IEM Review

[TurtlePaul]

Well, about 80 times more practical anyway (as in 80 times cheaper)

Also, DCA Stealth weight nearly a pound themselves and are insensitive enough that you need to carry something more than a phone dongle to use them portably.

 

[TurtlePaul]

IEM old-timers will probably be laughing, but I’m not even sure I will like using an IEM if I do I will be looking for a better one.

I bought this one. It is metal, so offers good protection to throw in a bag. A little difficult to open but lets see if it breaks in.

Linsoul Case

 

[Somafunk]

Decided that the Zero 2 is worthy of a new cable as the original is a tanglefest, I chose a £20 Tripowin Zonie in 4.4mm from Amazon and it’s definitely an improvement in cable feel and use.

 

[DanTheMan]

You guys are killing me because mine won’t arrive for another month and I paid $25 for it.

 

[Chagall]

You guys are killing me because mine won’t arrive for another month and I paid $25 for it.

I know how you feel...

 

[FreaK]

I bought from Linsoul. 25$, free shipping (to my country and Hungary too) and you might get a x-mas discount.

Too late, it's already on the way but thanks!

 

[OnLyTNT]

You guys are killing me because mine won’t arrive for another month and I paid $25 for it.

Well, you are not alone, my order got stuck at pre-order stage . At least my Zero red is on its way, arriving soon, yay !

 

[Deckard01]

Hello is there any version with mic included?

Moreover has anyone the Tanchjim Zero so as to compare? As Andy has hyped very much the Tanchjim Zero for their tuning as far as price concerned.

Also is there any iem in this price range that is better than Salnotes 2?

Thank you all.

 

[Chromatischism]

I use mine with this one. Really good for the price.
https://es.aliexpress.com/item/1005004293779560.html?gatewayAdapt=glo2esp

I can't bring myself to ship a cable across the planet. Surely there's an alternative.

 

[NoteMakoti]

Mine won’t come until Friday; Amazon offered one-day shipping but I hate using Prime for small stuff like this so I didn’t bother. Now I’m kicking myself, the hype is killing me.

 

[SlothRock]

Mine won’t come until Friday; Amazon offered one-day shipping but I hate using Prime for small stuff like this so I didn’t bother. Now I’m kicking myself, the hype is killing me.

If it helps at all, I am listening to them right now and they’re amazing

 

[375HP2482]

Are you serious? Read measurements and reviews on here with comprehension.

Underlying technology and number of drivers don't matter if frequency response and distortion are out of whack.

I decided to buy the Salnotes based on Amir's measurements showing low distortion at all levels. The target frequency response was a plus, but mostly in its smoothness which meant I could easily EQ it to taste, just as he does in his reviews. It's the same old story: frequency response (resonance) is easier to deal with than nonlinearity.

In the end I didn't use much EQ, if any. A definite plus: just plug into my Pixel 3a and relax.

 

[threni]

Thanks. I like a very wide range of music, including what you mentioned. I just like to know that there's a bit more if I want it.

Ok, just for you I dismantled my portable Pi Zero W/moOde/Apple US USB dongle/Zero:2 system and swapped in my original UK Apple dongle. With Amir's EQ and with -5db pre-gain (to prove a point, but unnecessary as I don't hear any problems with no pregain) there's no need to go above about 75% of max volume on anything I just trialled (jazz, classical, electronic) and a lot less in most cases.

 

[Monte]

Perhaps already mentioned, but I don't recognize the second Pink Panther. And the mug shape is like a nuclear reactor cooling tower.

 

[DanTheMan]

Perhaps already mentioned, but I don't recognize the second Pink Panther. And the mug shape is like a nuclear reactor cooling tower.

Now that you mention it! Cool.

 

[AdamG]

Finally got this new set delivered yesterday afternoon. As I was unpacking them my wife walked into the room and asked what I was doing. Explained that I was about to give a new set of IEM’s a test run. She said what the heck is an IEM? As I explained she got that distant and glossed over look that can happen when I mansplain too much. So, I interpreted my explanation of the technical aspects and performance of this set and said….Would you like to try them? She said sure why not. I got her fitted up and off she went…3 hours later she was still wearing them and announced from the other room “I like these can I keep them?” I was shocked for two reasons. The first being I hadn’t even had the chance to listen to them and secondly she made this announcement from “The Kitchen” no less.

I am off to order another set. I did sneak in some demo time. Overall I was impressed with the clarity and Spacial qualities. They do sound pretty perfect without EQ and are very easy to drive. Solid range of reproduction from bass to cymbals. Crisp and clean sound with no hint of effort or distortion. I am amazed that this level of IEM performance can be had for so little cost. They are light and comfortable and the stock cable is fit for purpose and I don’t see any reason to upgrade it. They are definitely worth the cost.

If you are on the fence about using IEM’s then these were made for you. Happy Listening…

 

[fernando.yang]

Just received Zero:2 and I can say it's much better than my IE200. Although I'm not audiophile but for me the difference is obvious. And the price is much cheaper!

 

[BeeKay]

Just got mine. The usual disappointment due to ear tips being too small. It’s always a gamble. Some come with quite a variety of sizes others remain on the small side. So does the 7Hz ZERO:2. It’s not a full disaster but bass is clearly lacking. Apart from this they sound really good.

Does anyone of you have a good source for alternative ear tips?

 

[fernando.yang]

Just got mine. The usual disappointment due to ear tips being too small. It’s always a gamble. Some come with quite a variety of sizes others remain on the small side. So does the 7Hz ZERO:2. It’s not a full disaster but bass is clearly lacking. Apart from this they sound really good.

Does anyone of you have a good source for alternative ear tips?

Sorry to hear that but the tips fit me quite well.

 

[Jimbob54]

Just got mine. The usual disappointment due to ear tips being too small. It’s always a gamble. Some come with quite a variety of sizes others remain on the small side. So does the 7Hz ZERO:2. It’s not a full disaster but bass is clearly lacking. Apart from this they sound really good.

Does anyone of you have a good source for alternative ear tips?

I should be getting my Z2 early next week. I too generally need larger tips so I shall delve through my tip collection and see what works when I have them in my ear/ hand. What tip style/ type do you generally use on other IEM?