KZ
KZ ZS12 PRO X
A entry-level pick in the in-ear monitors line-up, with 1DD + 5BA up front.
54/100
1DD + 5BA1DD 5BA3.5mm0.78mm 2-pin
£56.99best price at Amazon
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Why we rate it
- Tuning switches
- Detachable cable
- Above-average driver count per side
- Above-average balanced armature drivers
- Below-average dynamic drivers
Score profile
Scored against the in-ear monitors (iems) classWhere the KZ ZS12 PRO X wins and loses
Full specification
Grouped · supported features marked in blueSpecifications
Drivers
Driver type1
Driver count per side6
Driver configuration1
Dynamic drivers1
Balanced armature drivers5
Impedance25
Sensitivity106
Frequency response
Frequency low20 Hz
Frequency high40000 Hz
Tuning
Tuning switchesYes
Design and build
Weight (per side)7
Cable
Detachable cableYes
Termination3.5
Connector at earpiece0.78
Accessories
Ear tip pairs4
Head to head
Highlighted cell = better in that rowKZ ZS12 PRO X vs Moondrop Moondrop LAN II
KZ ZS12 PRO XMoondrop LAN II
| KZKZ ZS12 PRO XThis page | MoondropMoondrop LAN II | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 54 /100Better | 52 /100 |
| Driver count | 6Better | 1 |
| Driver type | 1 | 1 |
| Impedance ohm | 25 | 30 |
| Weight g each | 7 | — |
| Freq high | 40000 Hz | 60000 HzBetter |
Who it's for
Is the KZ ZS12 PRO X right for you?
Buy it if
Buyers on a budget
Anyone who needs a dependable in-ear monitor for the essentials without overspending.
Skip it if
Skip it if
You need reference-grade sound and features, in which case a higher-tier in-ear monitor is the better call.
Critical listener
Cares about detail, tuning and codec support.
okay
Everyday listener
Music, calls and commuting, wants a safe all-rounder.
good
Value seeker
Wants the most sound for the least outlay.
okay
Common questions
Before you buy
Is the KZ ZS12 PRO X worth it?
It depends on what you need. It scores 54/100 against other in-ear monitors, a entry-level result where the class average is around 51.
What stands out on the KZ ZS12 PRO X?
Its tuning switches stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.
How does it compare to the KZ ZS10 Pro?
The KZ ZS10 Pro scores 55/100 versus this one at 54/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.
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