KZ - AS12
In-Ears With 6 BA DriversUnfortunately, even if we desire to, we won't be able to resurrect this product. The Museum is where we pay our respects to end-of-life, old, archived, but not forgotten products. This page was made with a lot of love and will live on for posterity. What to say, we're sentimental people. 😔
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Customers praised these IEMs for "impressive sound stage" and exceptional clarity, with "instruments easily separated from tracks." Many noted excellent detail and vocal quality at this price point. However, several shoppers mentioned bass is underwhelming and treble-heavy tuning may be uncomfortable for long sessions or bass-focused genres. Some received different cables than advertised.
- Impressive sound stage. Instruments can be easily separated from tracks
- It will blow your mind! Best deal you can get from around anywhere else
- Much better overall clarity and details. Each instrument is clearly audible
Updated review 29Jan2022. Refer to my small note on my musical experience so far: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1GLiuI6RauEBbqEIPlDB9meRHqFe7pspa/view?usp=sharing
Thank you for the awesome review & ratings, Prasad Nagaraja!
It's a great product compare to its price. I tested with Sony NW-A45 and few DSD and FLACs with both native and DAC mode. It is enjoyable and comfortable listening experience. The soundstage feels more wider and properly positioned. Vocals also very clear and detailed. High frequency also crisp and clear. Low frequency response is ok, but not booming. I like the product very much.
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I'm just a casual audiophile. My search for earphones that don't pop out of my ear, brought me to Headphone Zone & to KZ AS12. Raghav' s no-nonsense YouTube video helped make up my mind. I was pleasantly surprised by the crystal clear sound, the comfort & more importantly the just enough bass output of this IEM.
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These IEMS have a rather impressive sound stage. Instruments can be easily separated from tracks and definitely an upgrade from my airpods 2nd gen. However, looks quite different compared to preview
We're really happy that you have such great thoughts about the product and thanks for the amazing review!
Good product in this price range.
Received the shipment on time and quickly...thanks team.
On the box received different cable compared to as showing in the image. It's supposed to be Black braided cable but received silvered one...dose it make any difference in sound quality?
Rest is all fine ....and this my first time using iem's.....it's great to listen and i can hear in detail thanks for the 6BA....
Hey there, nothing makes us happier than knowing you loved your purchase, hope you had a comfortable shopping experience & thank you for the great review & ratings! The cable doesn't make a major difference in the sound.
I'm only starting to explore the hifi audio, i wanted to start with a balanced sound, hence the purchase.
This IEM specializes in the vocals and instruments frequency, they are tuned almost 10-15 db higher than the lows. Each instrument can be heard clearly, So it's a good choice for classical music or jazz. It's not recommended for bass heavy tracks as i found the trebles to be stronger than bass and it is not optimal experience.
The strong trebles were uncomfortable for listening some genres, Thanks to headphone zone exchange policy i could return the IEM.
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Good clarity. It reveals minute details of instruments used in music. Overall very good for the price.
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Get before they go OOS.
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Just go for it...it will blow your mind! And also the price for which AS12 is made available here is the best deal you can get from around anywhere else.
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The listening experience was great when attached with a Hi-Fi amp.
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What I like about this IEM is everything, is very powerful in this range, learning to trust the "Chi-Fi Excellence" though they are standing at our borders locking horns. But, still, talent knows no boundaries.
BTW I am raising a ticket for my AUDEZE iSINE 10 for a month but got no calls from you guys, even when I am claiming for the warranty it says "Your warranty has been claimed successfully" but in the tickets section I am not finding any, that said I am sad and a bit frustrated on you guys, please help me resolve my warranty claim as time is running out and I had to buy this pair as a backup for my Audeze. Hope you understand an Audiophile's Emotions.
We are glad to know that you are liking the product. Thank you for sharing your experience with us with awesome ratings, Rabi Narayan Sahoo!
Also, your case is being discussed with the team ahead. So please bear with us, our team will get in touch with you shortly and help you out in resolving the issue, cheers!
KZ - AS12
Thank you for the awesome ratings, Gagan Dubey!
Best device from what I used from past years. Travel comfort. Thanks for the track list cards.
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Special for earphones
Thank you for the awesome review & ratings, Nirmal Kumar!
Chi-Fi
Excellence
Balanced Sound Signature
Museum with a Balanced sound signature presents a precise sound and an enriching listening experience, where sounds are naturally presented without extreme emphasis on any region. With a pair of headphones with this sound signature, you can hear audio with clarity and detail. The sound is vivid and revealing, a perfect mixture of instruments and vocals, lows, mids, and highs. This sound signature works for most music listeners who like switching between various music genres like Classical, Jazz, Blues, Rock, Folk and Pop.
Ideal for Audiophiles
Ideal For Casual Music Listening
Ideal for Commuting
Ideal for Taking Calls
6 Balanced Armature
Drivers
Replaceable Cables
A pair of headphones with a replaceable cable has many benefits, and one of them is if the connecting cable has a problem, it doesn’t mean that you have to buy a new one. If the connecting cable gets pulled or damaged, you can replace it and keep using your good-old headphones or IEMs. This way, your headphones will be protected and will last longer. With the advancements in cable manufacturing, you now get a variety of replacement cables with various termination options, lengths and quality.
Works with Android & iOS
One thing all of our phones have in common is that they have replaced the portable media player. These headphones and devices are perfect to pair with your Android and iOS devices and offer functionality previously unknown. If you’re someone who usually switches between a variety of devices with different OS, then these are suited for you. You can expect these headphones and devices to connect seamlessly without any hassle and even offer OS-specific functionality depending on the device. Headphones and devices designed to work with Android and iOS come in wired and wireless formats. Quite often you will also find Hi-Fi equipment offering direct connectivity to devices with Android and iOS to simplify the connectivity process.
Tangle-Free Cables
Super Lightweight
Design
How do you pack 6 drivers per side, giving you mind-blowing sound? That's a challenge. But to do it at this price point? You can be easily fooled to believe it's a joke. There could be a Zero missing in the price. But that's KZ for you.
About RAGHAV SOMANI
Raghav Somani is the Founder & CEO of Headphone Zone. An avid audiophile and musician since 2008, his choice of headphones include STAX Electrostats, Audeze LCD 3, and for music on the go, the JH Audio Roxanne + Astell&Kern SP1000 is never too far away. On his playlist, you'll find A.R. Rahman, Michael Jackson, and the Eagles.
DESCRIPTION
NOT 1 OR 2, BUT 6 BALANCED ARMATURE DRIVERS!
Meet the KZ AS12. This in-ear features 6 balanced armature drivers with two 30012 drivers for the treble, two 29689 drivers for the mids and two 22955 drivers for the bass. Expect a detailed sound with a sensitivity of 1kHz (about 10dB higher than traditional dynamic drivers). The peak frequency is from 1K to 10K i.e. 50% higher than the normal ones. Enjoy pop or vocal-heavy music? This one's made for you.
DESIGNED TO FIT COMFORTABLY
After studying a large amount of data on the cochlea, the AS12's imported resin housings have been moulded to fit securely and comfortably in the ear. A special pedal-shaped sleeve design ensures superior noise isolation and a noise reduction of up to 26dB. The zinc alloy faceplate adds durability while offering an elegant shimmer.
2-PIN CABLES WITH AN INLINE REMOTE & MIC
The AS12 comes with a detachable OFC cable with a slot protection feature. This prevents breakage and makes it long-lasting. The 2-Pin 0.75mm connector makes the cable easily replaceable and upgradable. It also features an inline remote & mic for audio lovers on-the-move.
SPECS
| DRIVER TYPE | Total 12 balanced armatures, 6BA Per Side |
| IMPEDANCE | 16Ω |
| SENSITIVITY | 103dB/mW |
| FREQUENCY RESPONSE | 6-47000Hz |
| WIRED CONNECTIVITY | 3.5mm Straight Plug |
| CONNECTOR TYPE | 0.75mm 2Pin |
| MICROPHONE | Yes |
| REMOTE | 1-Button |
| COMPATIBILITY | Universal |
| WEARING STYLE | In-Ear |
| CABLE LENGHT | 1.2+0.05m |
| CABLE | OFC Oxygen-free copper cable |
| WEIGHT | 34å±3g |
| BOX CONTENTS | 1. KZ AS12 Earphones |
| 2. 3 Pairs Of Silicone Ear Tips |
NOT 1 OR 2, BUT 6 BALANCED ARMATURE DRIVERS!
Meet the KZ AS12. This in-ear features 6 balanced armature drivers with two 30012 drivers for the treble, two 29689 drivers for the mids and two 22955 drivers for the bass. Expect a detailed sound with a sensitivity of 1kHz (about 10dB higher than traditional dynamic drivers). The peak frequency is from 1K to 10K i.e. 50% higher than the normal ones. Enjoy pop or vocal-heavy music? This one's made for you.
DESIGNED TO FIT COMFORTABLY
After studying a large amount of data on the cochlea, the AS12's imported resin housings have been moulded to fit securely and comfortably in the ear. A special pedal-shaped sleeve design ensures superior noise isolation and a noise reduction of up to 26dB. The zinc alloy faceplate adds durability while offering an elegant shimmer.
2-PIN CABLES WITH AN INLINE REMOTE & MIC
The AS12 comes with a detachable OFC cable with a slot protection feature. This prevents breakage and makes it long-lasting. The 2-Pin 0.75mm connector makes the cable easily replaceable and upgradable. It also features an inline remote & mic for audio lovers on-the-move.
| DRIVER TYPE | Total 12 balanced armatures, 6BA Per Side |
| IMPEDANCE | 16Ω |
| SENSITIVITY | 103dB/mW |
| FREQUENCY RESPONSE | 6-47000Hz |
| WIRED CONNECTIVITY | 3.5mm Straight Plug |
| CONNECTOR TYPE | 0.75mm 2Pin |
| MICROPHONE | Yes |
| REMOTE | 1-Button |
| COMPATIBILITY | Universal |
| WEARING STYLE | In-Ear |
| CABLE LENGHT | 1.2+0.05m |
| CABLE | OFC Oxygen-free copper cable |
| WEIGHT | 34å±3g |
| BOX CONTENTS | 1. KZ AS12 Earphones |
| 2. 3 Pairs Of Silicone Ear Tips |
Don't sweat it, this
KZ - AS12 comes with a 1 Year warranty
from KZ that covers manufacturing defects.
All products featured on Headphone Zone are backed by an original manufacturer's warranty.
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