IER-Z1Rvs.Mk12 Turris
Sound & Specs Comparison
Information
Both IEMs are widely regarded in the audiophile community. See how they differ in terms of sub-bass response, upper mids, clarity, and overall tonality. Spider charts and rating breakdowns included.
Objective Comparison
Facts, details, stuff.
| General Info | IER-Z1R | Mk12 Turris |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Sony | Hidizs |
| Country | – | – |
| IEM Description | Despite their small size, the Sony IER-Z1R earphones feature a sophisticated 3-way design with two dynamic drivers and a highly precise balanced armature. The sound quality is not just high-resolution—it's ultra-high-resolution, reaching an impressive frequency response of up to 100 kHz. Housed in a precisely crafted, virtually resonance-free aluminum shell, the design ensures that all three drivers remain in perfect phase alignment. The cables are fully balanced and made from high-purity OFC copper with silver plating for maximum detail retrieval. | The MK12 Turris brings a striking design together with a smooth and full-bodied sound. It’s an all-rounder that aims to please a broad range of musical tastes while offering style and substance in equal measure. |
| Price Level | 2.000 + | 100 – 500 |
| Housing & Driver | ||
|---|---|---|
| Driver Config | Hybrid | Single Dyn. Driver |
| Driver Types | Dynamic Driver + Balanced Armature | Dynamic Driver |
| Shell Material | – | – |
| Cable | – | – |
| Technical | ||
|---|---|---|
| Freq Range | 3-100.000 Hz | 10-45kHz |
| Impedance (Ω) | – | 32 |
| Sensitivity (dB) | 103 | 111 |
| Crossover | – | – |
| Platform Info | ||
|---|---|---|
| Comments | 0 | 1 |
| Visit Count | 93 | 13 |
| External Reviews | 1 | 1 |
Meta Ratings
In terms of overall sound impression, IER-Z1R clearly outperforms Mk12 Turris. It presents music with markedly greater accuracy, air, and stereo separation (9.8 vs 7.8). For comfort fit, Mk12 Turris performs faintly better (7.3 vs 6.8). Even under close inspection, IER-Z1R maintains a measurably cleaner, more seamless design — whereas Mk12 Turris occasionally reveals minor imperfections. Users may find the It cable considerably more confidence-inspiring for both daily use and long-term durability. It’s bundled components feel considerably more premium, suggesting a stronger focus on user satisfaction and long-term value.
| IER-Z1R | Mk12 Turris | |
|---|---|---|
| Sound | 9.8 | 7.8 |
| Comfort Fit | 6.8 | 7.3 |
| Build Quality | 9.8 | 7.5 |
| Stock Cable | 8.5 | 4.8 |
| Accessories | 8.3 | 5.0 |
Sound Characteristics
Low-frequency extension on IER-Z1R feels a more natural and authoritative, while Mk12 Turris lacks some reach (9 vs 8.5). It offers n stronger and more impactful bass response, adding weight and presence where Mk12 Turris feels less assertive (9 vs 8). It translates bass vibrations into a a more visceral experience, while Mk12 Turris lacks this tactile feedback (9 vs 8.5). The lower midrange on Mk12 Turris blends s more smoothly into the bass region, avoiding the disconnect found in IER-Z1R (9 vs 8.5). Upper mids are a more resolving and expressive on IER-Z1R, revealing emotion and articulation better than Mk12 Turris (8.5 vs 8). It extends a further into the upper treble, adding air and openness that Mk12 Turris lacks (9.5 vs 9). The stereo field on It feels d wider and more holographic, whereas Mk12 Turris sounds more intimate (10 vs 8). With n higher resolution, It allows finer textures and room ambiance to shine more than Mk12 Turris (9.5 vs 8.5). In complex arrangements, It separates layers a more distinctly, preventing overlap that Mk12 Turris occasionally suffers (9.5 vs 8.5). It keeps competing frequencies under control a more effectively, reducing sonic congestion compared to Mk12 Turris (9 vs 8.5). Notes on It feel a more grounded and weighty, whereas Mk12 Turris can sound thin or hollow (9 vs 8.5). It delivers dynamic shifts with a greater impact, making Mk12 Turris sound comparatively tame (9 vs 7.5). It presents instrument timbre with a more natural coloration, giving a realistic tone that Mk12 Turris lacks (9.5 vs 8.5). It achieves a better tonal neutrality, avoiding colorations present in Mk12 Turris (9 vs 8.5). Subtle ridges and granularity are conveyed n more clearly on It, adding life that Mk12 Turris doesn’t quite match (9 vs 8).
| IER-Z1R | Mk12 Turris | |
|---|---|---|
| Sub Bass | 9.0 | 8.5 |
| Bass | 9.0 | 8.0 |
| Bass Feel | 9.0 | 8.5 |
| Lower Mids | 8.5 | 9.0 |
| Upper Mids | 8.5 | 8.0 |
| Lower Treble | 9.0 | 9.0 |
| Upper Treble | 9.5 | 9.0 |
| Sound Stage Width | 10.0 | 8.0 |
| Detail | 9.5 | 8.5 |
| Layering | 9.5 | 8.5 |
| Masking | 9.0 | 8.5 |
| Note Weight | 9.0 | 8.5 |
| Slam | 9.0 | 7.5 |
| Sibilance | 9.5 | 9.5 |
| Timbre Color | 9.5 | 8.5 |
| Tonality | 9.0 | 8.5 |
| Texture | 9.0 | 8.0 |
Tonal Signature
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