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At a glance
- Brand
- EPZ
- Type
- Wired IEMs
- Fit
- -
- Connection
- Wired
- Noise cancelling
- No
- Released
- 2024
Score breakdowngreat overall
Sound7.7
Value7.6
A wired single-dynamic-driver IEM built around a 10mm dual-magnet, dual-chamber carbon-ceramic nano diaphragm driver. EPZ positions it as a clean, balanced everyday IEM for music and casual gaming.
The HearWiki takeAI-condensed
The EPZ Q5 Pro is a budget-friendly single-dynamic-driver IEM that delivers a balanced, neutral sound with solid technical performance for its price. It features a comfortable shell, decent build quality, and an improved design over its predecessor, though it's held back by a less-than-stellar stock cable. If you're after a clean, uncolored tuning without heavy bass, this is a strong contender in its class.
What works
- Neutral, well-balanced tuning that's easy to enjoy
- Comfortable and lightweight shells for long listening
- Wider soundstage and better-controlled treble than the older Q5
- Detachable 0.78mm 2-pin cable for easy upgrades
- Great value for the asking price
What doesn't
- Stock cable feels thin and prone to tangling
- Slight harshness in the upper frequencies at times
- Not for listeners who prefer a bass-heavy signature
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 | 24 Ω |
Audio
| Driver | 1DD |
|---|---|
| Driver type | dynamic |
| Driver configuration | 1DD |
| Drivers per side | 1 |
| Impedance | 24 Ω |
Design
| Detachable cable | Yes |
|---|---|
| Connector | 2-pin 0.78 mm |
What the reviews said
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What YouTube reviewers say
Video reviews we found, each condensed to its verdict. They do feed the HearWiki score, at a measured weight below what a published written review carries.
The consensus
Positiveacross 5 videosReviewers agree the EPZ Q5 Pro offers a balanced, natural sound with improved bass and vocal clarity over its predecessor, housed in a compact, comfortable shell with solid build quality.
Reviewers liked
- Balanced, natural sound with good bass and vocal clarity
- Compact, comfortable shell with solid build quality
- Good imaging and versatility for music and gaming
Reviewers flagged
- Stock cable is stiff, tangly, and microphonic
- Requires good seal and deep insertion to avoid thin sound
- Less bright treble than Q1 Pro; slight veil in detail for some
2:24EPZ Q5 Pro - A Great Budget IEM Got Even Better!
The reviewer finds the EPZ Q5 Pro a worthwhile upgrade over its predecessor, the Q1 Pro, offering a more balanced sound signature with stronger bass and improved vocal clarity, alongside a more compact and minimal design. They recommend it for those seeking a balanced, wide-sounding IEM, while noting the Q1 Pro remains a good option for those who prefer brighter treble.
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11:27EPZ Q5 Pro Review
The reviewer finds the EPZ Q5 Pro to be a well-built and comfortable IEM with a neutral-bright sound signature, offering good detail and a quality bass that is reserved rather than overwhelming. It performs well for the price, though it requires a good seal and deep insertion to avoid sounding thin, and the stock cable is a bit stiff and tangly. The reviewer slightly prefers the Simgot EW200 as an all-rounder but still recommends the Q5 Pro for those who like a crisp, clean sound.
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11:40EPZ Q5 Pro and TP35 - Latest Upgrades from EPZ
The reviewer finds the EPZ Q5 Pro to be a refined version of the original Q5, with a more balanced and natural tuning that reduces the peakiness of its predecessor. It is positioned as a safe, vocal-focused single dynamic driver IEM with a comfortable small shell, though it doesn't radically stand out from other single dynamic drivers released this year. The reviewer prefers the Q5 Pro over the Q5 but notes that fans of the original may not see it as an upgrade.
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4:59These IEMs are Quite Different ft. EPZ Q1 Pro and Q5 Pro #audiophile
The reviewer compares the EPZ Q1 Pro and Q5 Pro, noting that while both offer good value under $60, the Q5 Pro has a disappointing cable and less ergonomic fit, but delivers a well-balanced sound with good bass and soundstage. The Q1 Pro is brighter and more detailed, making it better for gaming and female vocals, but the Q5 Pro is preferred for overall music enjoyment.
MixedWatch on YouTube
13:46Great For In-Ear Monitoring | EPZ Q5 Pro Review
The reviewer finds the EPZ Q5 Pro to be a well-built, compact, and comfortable in-ear monitor with a unique tuning that avoids being bass-heavy. It performs well for casual listening, instrumental music, and gaming, though it has a slight veil in detail retrieval and a thin, microphonic cable. Overall, it's a solid, affordable option for those not seeking critical listening precision.
PositiveWatch on YouTube
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