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Reddit mentions of Linsoul Shozy V33 Vinyl 33 1/3 Single Dynamic Driver ACG HiFi in-Ear Earphone (Shozy V33)
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V33 Dynamic Driver Earphones. Shozy is a well established brand in the market, with well-known models such as the earbuds BK. In all the creations, the design is one of the most important factors. In this case, the Shozy Vinyl V33 1/3 is a true tribute to vinyl records. Already, from the name, the exact speed of the LP is quoted and the outer face of the capsule, is clearly a miniature vinyl. It is jointly developed by Shozy and the domestic top horn team. It lasted for nearly 3 years.33 1/3, whFine Tuning Technology. The medium frequency of this model is comfortable and listenable, and it is very close to the real and comfortable simulated taste of Vinyl record. The volume of the Vinyl earphone cavity has been accurately calculated, practiced, trimmed, plus with the imported tuning filter from South Korea (expensive, good consistent, and strict driver air in and out), making the vinyl earphone sound natural and the sound field is regularBuild Quality. The V33 capsule is made of jewellery quality stainless steel, highly polished and smooth. A large diameter driver has been specially developed to take advantage of the sonic qualities of the capsule. The acoustic filters and dampers of high consistency and quality have been imported from Korea. It also comes with 3 pairs of translucent grey silicone tips in S/M/L sizes. Given the price and level of construction and quality of the IEMs, we focus more on earbuds itself than the lessErgonomic Design. The spherical and conical shape of the capsules is very ergonomic. The smooth material makes it easy to fit and comfortable. The capsules sit very well in the auditory pavilion. It barely moves and the adjustment to give the best sound, is achieved quickly. They can be used in a traditional way or over the ear too
Specs:
| Color | Gray |
| Size | Shozy V33 |
| Weight | 0.110231131 Pounds |
Hi everyone, this is a review of the Shozy V33, a new single DD IEM from Shozy with an interesting design philosophy of imitating a vinyl LP and its "analogue" sound. It currently costs $50 from Linsoul or $60 on Amazon, not sure why it costs $10 more on Amazon even though its from the same seller. Full disclaimer: I got mine as a review unit in exchange for my honest thoughts. Source: Apple USB-C dongle -> UAPP -> Shozy V33s.
Build, Cable, and Accessories: The V33s have a cone-shaped metal build with a non-detachable cable and features a 'faceplate' of sorts that imitates that of a vinyl record. The shells feel durable and well built as does the cable. Accessories are limited to your standard set of 3 tips: S, M, and L. All in all, a practical and solid build. Isolation however is strangely very poor.
Overall Sound Signature: Surprisingly, Shozy's marketing of an "analogue" sound is rather apt. The V33s have a smooth, colored tuning that focuses on the mid-bass to mids while neglecting the upper mids. They're warm and almost-dark. This gives it a strangely 'low-fi' type of sound. This makes the V33 do quite well in a couple genres but suffers in a number of others.
Bass: Mid-bass is the name of the game. There's a significant elevation in the mid-bass region while the subbass has a slight roll-off. Effectively, this gives the perception of little subbass presence as the mid-bass dominates this region. Thankfully though, the V33 doesn't sound bloated like a number of other ChiFi would. Rather, there is good speed and texture in the mid-bass. On tracks with a focus on a rolling bass line the V33s excel on making the notes pop to life. The bass is punchy and small feeling, unlike a big boom or slam from a more dynamic DD.
Mids: The V33s are warm with a boost in the lower mids and recessed upper mids. Unlike the more common Harman or DF tunings with a large hump rising at 1k and centering around 3k, the V33s do not have this. Vocals on the V33s are thus significantly affected without their upper harmonics while the electric guitars lose a lot of their bite and treble energy. While some lower-pitched vocalists can get away with this, voices can sound tonally wrong off and suffocated, especially with artists who depend on clean and piercing vocals. Vocals are overall never pushed forward in the mix. Likewise for electric guitars the V33's warmth is able to give it lots of body for rhythm work but screaming lead lines have much to be desired. Overall, the combination of the elevated mid-bass and lower mids with the recessed upper mids gives the V33's their "analogue" sound.
Treble: Like the upper mids, the V33's treble is also tamed except for a minor hump around 5-6k. While definitely not enough to be called sharp or sibilant, this little bit of treble helps the V33s present certain notes more cleanly, such as the pluck of the acoustic guitar.
Resolution and Detail: Surprisingly, the V33s won a lot of points from me here. Even though its tuning feels 'low-fi', it has a commendable amount of resolution and microdynamics. Something about the presentation of the V33s is strangely pleasant to me and I find myself trailing the notes of individual instruments as if for the first time on songs I'm very familiar with. While the V33s don't have great detail, it has good instrument separation and resolution such that instruments don't feel stacked on top of each other. Vocals in particular are well separated. It's an odd feeling to be cognizant of the fact that the V33s are very much budget sounding yet I find new bits in songs I've heard but hadn't noticed really before.
Soundstage and Imaging: The soundstage and imaging on the V33s are also much more than what I'd expect from it. While the V33's soundstage has limited height or depth, horizontally it is the largest of all the ChiFi IEMs I've reviewed so far. Imaging follows suit, with good nuance beyond the typical 3-blob feeling you get. Listening to the V33s doesn't feel congested.
Other Comments: Dynamics on the V33s are a little limited such that they don't have a big sound during swelling orchestral sections. The V33s do well in tracks with male vocals and rely on the mids and midbass a lot but can struggle with tracks that call for more upper mids and treble. If I were to demo the V33s at a store, I would never buy it after hearing how much recession there is in the upper mids. But after spending a week with the V33s and getting to know its other strengths outside of tuning, the overall presentation somehow works for me.
Conclusion: The Shozy V33s are an odd IEM. Unlike a lot of other ChiFi IEMs that try to grab your attention with V-shaped signatures, the V33s have carved themselves a little niche in the market that focuses strongly on the mids. With a highly colored tuning but surprisingly great presentation in its staging and resolution, I can dig the V33s. Now the question is how do you rate it? For $50, it faces stiff competition against the T2, ZS10 Pro, or other upcoming budget contenders. If I were to judge it against these for price-performance from a more objective standpoint, the V33s would really only get a 7/10 from me at most. However, because I rate on personal enjoyment, I would give the V33s an 8/10. The truth is, in the growing list of IEMs I've reviewed, the V33s have quite a unique "analogue" sound and presentation to them. While a lot of ChiFi IEMs are truly forgettable, the V33s are one of those that I'd still think about from time to time. If you have $50 to spend and would like to try something new and sonically different, the Shozy V33s are something I might suggest.