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At a glance
- Brand
- 7Hz
- Type
- Wired IEMs
- Fit
- -
- Connection
- Wired
- Noise cancelling
- No
- Released
- 2022
Score breakdowngreat overall
Sound7.4
Value8.8
A budget wired IEM using a single 10 mm dynamic driver. It was launched as 7HZ's simple, budget-friendly Salnotes model with a detachable 0.78 mm 2-pin cable.
The HearWiki takeAI-condensed
The 7Hz Salnotes Zero is a wired, ultra-budget IEM that delivers a clean, balanced sound signature well beyond its price point. With a lightweight build and easy-to-drive 10mm dynamic driver, it’s a strong entry-level choice for listeners seeking neutral-leaning audio. Its main limitations are the lack of wireless features and any formal water-resistance rating, but for the cost, the tuning and value are exceptional.
What works
- Excellent neutral tuning for the price
- Very lightweight and comfortable
- Easy to drive from any source
- Detachable 2-pin cable adds versatility
What doesn't
- No wireless or ANC capabilities
- No official water-resistance rating
- Build feels basic compared to pricier models
Paraphrased from published reviews & specs - not an original hands-on test. Our AI disclosure.
Specifications
| Driver | 1DD |
|---|---|
| Driver type | dynamic |
| Driver configuration | 1DD |
| Drivers per side | 1 |
| Impedance | 32 Ω |
Audio
| Driver | 1DD |
|---|---|
| Driver type | dynamic |
| Driver configuration | 1DD |
| Drivers per side | 1 |
| Impedance | 32 Ω |
Features
| Active noise cancelling | No |
|---|
Design
| Weight | 5.8 g |
|---|---|
| Detachable cable | Yes |
| Connector | 2-pin 0.78 mm |
What the reviews said
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What YouTube reviewers say
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The consensus
Positiveacross 6 videosReviewers largely agree that the 7Hz Salnotes Zero is an outstanding budget IEM, offering a balanced, natural sound with clear mids and impressive technicalities for around $20, often surpassing the Moondrop Chu in value.
Reviewers liked
- Balanced, natural sound with clear mids and detailed highs
- Excellent value for under $20
- Good imaging and spatial cues for gaming
- Comfortable fit for most users
- Detachable cable
Reviewers flagged
- Restrained bass, not for bassheads
- Plastic build feels cheap
- Stiff cable that tangles
- Stock tips are flimsy and uncomfortable
- Treble can be peaky or splashy at times
13:207Hz Salnotes Zero
The reviewer highly recommends the 7Hz Salnotes Zero as an exceptional budget IEM, praising its natural and balanced sound signature, comfortable fit, and detachable cable. They find it surpasses the Moondrop Chu and rivals the Blon BL-03, making it a standout value at around $20.
PositiveWatch on YouTube
9:197Hz Salnotes Zero - THE Best Budget IEM and Best GAMING Earphone.
The reviewer declares the 7Hz Salnotes Zero the best budget IEM at $20, praising its balanced tuning, detailed mids and highs, and exceptional imaging for gaming. While the bass is restrained and not for bassheads, and complex tracks can overwhelm it, the overall performance and value are outstanding, even surpassing pricier competitors.
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7:037hz Salnotes Zero: ULTIMATE REVIEW [ENGLISH]
The reviewer finds the 7Hz Salnotes Zero to be an excellent value for its price, offering a balanced sound signature with clear highs, upfront vocals, and surprisingly punchy bass. While the build quality feels a bit cheap due to the plastic parts and vocals can occasionally sound slightly hollow, the overall comfort, sound quality, and price make it a strong recommendation, especially when paired with a portable DAC.
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2:59Please Do Not Buy the 7 HZ X SALNOTES ZERO
The reviewer strongly advises against buying the 7Hz Salnotes Zero, calling it a poor imitation of the Moondrop Chu with subpar bass, muddiness, and unit variation issues. They recommend the Moondrop Variations instead, dismissing the Zero as 'rotting garbage' and not worth any price.
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9:03Salnotes Zero Review: This is a Big WOW for $20! ( vs Chu )
The reviewer finds the 7Hz Salnotes Zero to be an exceptional value at under $20, offering a bright-neutral, reference-style tuning that is more versatile and slightly warmer than the Moondrop Chu. It impresses with its build quality, technicalities, and soundstage, making it a top contender in its price range, though the bass is light and the fit is snug.
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12:087hz Salnotes Zero - Far from a Zero! Is this the best $20 IEM!? - Honest Audiophile Impressions
The reviewer finds the 7Hz Salnotes Zero to be an excellent budget IEM, offering a fun and engaging sound with good bass control and natural mids, though comfort and stock tips are weak points. Despite minor treble peaks and a slightly hazy clarity, he considers it the best $20 IEM he's heard and highly recommends it, especially over the Moondrop Chu.
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