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Juzear x Z Reviews Defiant – First Impressions: As Good as They Say
You must have seen a lot of reviews and impressions of the Juzear x Z Reviews Defiant by now, so let me cut to the chase: it’s damn good. As good as people are saying it is.
For my first impressions, I used my trusty Divinus Velvet tips and the Fiio JM21.
The unboxing experience is excellent for the price, it feels genuinely premium. The accessories included are also really nice. The stock case feels high-quality, and the stock cable is just excellent; it matches the colour scheme perfectly.
Now, onto the sound. I won’t reveal too much here, but the tuning is very well done. The sub-bass has a nice rumble and texture to it, and the mid-bass thump is also adequate for the price. The mids are competently tuned, male vocals have good heft and body. But if you’re looking for something warm and lush, this might not be the IEM for you. Female vocals, however, sound very good, nicely extended. The treble has a pleasant bite to it as well. Micro-detail retrieval is good for the price, though I’ll need to compare it to other IEMs in the same range before reaching a full conclusion.
As you can tell, my first impressions are very positive. I will have to listen more to find flaws in the iems and do some comparisons as well. My full review will be out soon, where I’ll cover everything in detail.
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HULK SMASH
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I agree they should’ve supplied that cable with the rainbow set and a funky green and silver one to go with your green set 
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Yeah! I was a bit confused too,
should I nitpick ? should I not ? It’s just $100
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I think you should, positive feedback is always good and after all the devil is in the detail
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We’ve sold enough of them now that they are considering my request for 2 different color cables. They showed me a version of the green cable but it wasn’t green enough. I told them MAKE IT MORE GREEN!
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It’s not easy being green 
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Green IEM with Green cable would give full Hulk vibes.
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From the get go the Defiant’s excellent skill should be the Mids, treble air and sub bass.
It’s got a decent head stage, decent technicalities.
52 hours of brain burn in and counting it’s sounding better especially in bass department.
Will post more in the coming days…
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Juzt when you feel Jaded (green) with the iem hobby…The Defiant arrive to lift your spirits & propel your collection continually onward & upward!
Hi guys, NymPHONOmaniac-Erik Ikomori here, make a freakin while i dont come in hifiguide, ill try to be back…since more reviews are on the go.
Yet, these Juzear Defiant truely take me by surprise, I love them! Especially with R&B, Soul, rap and slam heavy music…still, its a very versatile set…and man, this cable im so in love with.
Pros:
-Balanced warm tonality leading toward smooth U and W shape
-Versatile musicality
-vibrant deep bass with focus on rumble and sub bass
-lush dense mid range (near mid centric)
-smoothly cohesive 4 drivers setup (no spike no timbre wonkiness)
-well articulated enough macro dynamic
-good note weight
-above average soundstage
-holographic sense of layering
-more musical than technical (can be a con for some, not me)
-beautiful sturdy construction
-excellent cables and accessories
-good sound value
Cons:
-mid bass isn’t best define nor speediest
-texture is dark
-attack lead lack some bite and edge
-not cleanest background
-clarity isn’t crisp nor sparkly
-2pin IEM connector are very very tight (scary to cable swap)
JUZEAR DEFIANT Review: Unexpectedly well balanced and musical gem – No Borders Audiophile
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Juzear has recently collaborated with Zeos from Z Reviews to design the all-new Defiant. It’s a beautifully crafted set featuring a 1DD+3BA driver setup on each side. Having spent more than 20 days with the pair now, I can say that it has a very interesting sound profile. On one side, we have a good, punchy bass response with clear and slightly warm midrange, and on the other hand, we have a safely tuned treble section. When it comes to look and fit, the pair excels with its two colour options, Rainbow and Green(which I personally like to call Hulk Green). So today, I am going to share my impressions of this stunning pair of IEMs with you. Let’s begin.
A short disclaimer:-
I received this unit of Defiant from HiFiGo for the purpose of a review tour in my country. I assure you guys all the views and impressions in this review are based on my time with the set. I would like to thank HiFiGo for sending in this unit. You can purchase it from their store from the link below.
I have also posted my review on my YouTube channel, you can have a look at it on the link below.
Design & Build Quality:-
Juzear Defiant packs lightweight, ergonomic ear shells. The shells are entirely made up of high-quality resin material. The pair is actually available in two colour variants, I have the rainbow one. I find the Defiant to have beautiful looks with this unique rainbow aesthetic on the face cover and black inner shell. Both the colour versions come with a rainbow colored stack cable. It would be really cool if Juzear had bundled a matching green cable with the Green colour version. The good thing is, this cable has an interchangeable termination plug design. Defiant includes 3.5mm and 4.4mm termination options. Most of my usage is done on the 4.4mm termination, mainly.
I find the pair to be of moderate in size and dimensions. The shells are not very big or heavy, in fac,t I find them to be quite comfortable and light in weight. I get proper seal and proper isolation from the surrounding noise with the Defiant.
Driveability:-
Juzear Defiant is quite easy to drive. I have used it mainly with FiiO BTR17 and HiBy R8ii. On the BTR17, I was hardly at around 15-16 volume out of the 60 available in high-gain mode. So, quite an efficient one. For a brief amount of time, I have tested the Defiant straight out of the 3.5mm port on my MacBook Air as well, and it works well with it.
Sound Impressions:-
Smooth, Silky Smooth, and Safe, Super Safe, these words can simply describe the sound response of Juzear Defiant for me. The pair packs a quick and punchy lower end that has decent enough sub-bass and a punchy mid-bass response. It complements the midrange, which is smooth and nicely presented. Treble region is safe and sound. It is not a very detail-focused set, however, the pair packs a smooth and musical tone. I find the midrange to bring forward a bit of warmth from the lower end. Which is pretty much evident in its rich and weighted vocals and rounded notes for instruments in the midrange section. Soundstage on the Defiant is immersive and a little intimate. Please don’t get me wrong here, Soundstage is not congested or too into the face, it is nicely reproduced in a natural manner. It is neither too big to sound like an auditorium, nor too small to create congestion. Even busy tracks like Master of Puppets by Metallica are handled quite well. Let’s discuss different frequency segments with the Defiant.
Juzear x Z Reviews Defiant have a quick lower-end response. The sub-bass produces a decent enough rumble to complement the more emphasised mid-bass region. Mid-bass takes a step forward with its quick and punchy response. It has a very smooth decay that gives drum kicks a little heft. Electronic songs like Give Your Life to Music by Daft Punk are played beautifully and get complemented by the Defiant’s sound profile.
The midrange section has a bit of warmth present. Vocals and instruments have a little heft to them. I remember when I got the defiant’s, the first track that I played was Hotel California by Eagles from the album Hell Freezes Over. The instrumental intro in that track sounds lovely on the pair, the acoustic guitar, and the Congo, has a full-bodied presentation with rounded notes. None of the instruments have sharper notes on the Defiant, everything sounds smooth and sweet. Next track I played was Blank Space by Taylor Swift, I see myself listening to Pop on the Defiants again and again. Vocals, despite having a little heft to them, sound very smooth and musical on the Defiant. They have a clean and textured response. I don’t notice any track to go sibilant or harsh at any given point.
Treble region is where the Defiant takes a step back. It sounds smooth and safe. I would personally love a more energetic and livelier response in the treble region. It actually sounds too safe for my liking, however, I can’t call the pair to have a dark response. It shows good enough details as well, which enables the pair to provide a warm and musical response. Technically, the Juzear Defiant has a decent performance. The pair features good stereo separation with above-average imaging and layering for instruments.
Final Words:-
Well, that’s about my review for the Juzear x Z Reviews Defiant. The pair sounds quite good with its amazing lower-end response and rich midrange, along with a safely tuned treble section. The pair has been my ideal go-to set for bedtime listening, where I have slept 2 times while the pair was still in my ears. It has a unique sound profile imo, different from what we have in the market today. And this is what makes the Juzear x Z reviews Defiant a special set. In my video review, I have shared a short comparison with AFUL Explorer. Please consider watching my video review on YouTube for an in-depth take.
Thanks for reading.
My first Juzear iem was the 41T and i absolutely love it. Oustanding value then came the 61T which on paper I should love but something was off in the treble timbre. Fast forward to the Zeos collaboration the Juzear Defiant a $100 doller bagain im back in love with the Juzear brand this iem redefines the whole up to $100 level a fantastic musical iem that favours music rather than ear scratching details.
This is my first impression and is the most positive first impression I’ve experienced. First of all its a beautiful shell with an emerald green faceplate complemented with one of the best included cables in the price range. The colours of the cable match better with the rainbow faceplates of the alternative Defiant but don’t clash too much with the green.
This is warm lush balanced sound with enough detail to enjoy. The timbre and dynamics across the board are natural and engaging providing a realaxed cross genre playback.
I will be giving this a full review soon, i would like to thank Hifigo.com for sending this gorgeous iem for review.
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This seems on point. I have skipped the brand because their house sound seemed to be … bright and painful.
This Defiant seems like a solid tuning, but that is just my initial impression. It isn’t my favorite in the price bracket, but is probably top 5, which is saying something given how competitive the $100 price point is.
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Have received Defiant just yesterday from HiFiGo for the purposes of an upcoming review of mine and i had a sneak listen late night yesterday just for making a very first straight out of the box impression …Well… its pretty fine for it’s money… its the classic Chi-Fi sound signature/profile (judging from a very brief very first listening for half an hour or so )…a bright ,sparkly really extended treble (no sibilance , no harshness obtained , no metallic/artificial feeling as far as treble goes… ) with a solid bass response / foundation…and a stage certainly above average for this price range…!!!.very good indeed… was really impressed for a hybrid set at this price category …i can tell allready its a winner this one
…But my experience tells me it has posibilities for further improvement as fas as sound profile goes and burn in really helps in this case …i ll be sharing my experience during the next days and as long as this one gets a total 100 hours of burn in i ll be comparing it with other sets as well shile posting here my final thoughts/opinion…this thing really know how to slam …!!!
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An incredible review of the Defiant from SuperReview — such an amazing breakdown!
I’m super excited to see that they’re also giving away 3 units to lucky viewers!
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Juzear Defiant - This Collab Slaps (Best Iem Under $100?)
Pros
- Very good accessories, especially the cable
- Good build quality
- Beautiful faceplate
- Excellent fit and comfort
- Very good tuning
- Good bass quality
- Very good female vocals
- Good Treble
- Good detail retrieval and technical performance
Cons:
- People who want hefty and lush lower mids may not like it
- Stage is not the widest (nitpick)
- Treble is not the most natural
Specs And Driver Configuration
- Driver configuration: 1DD + 3BA
- Frequency Response Range: 20Hz-20kHZ
- Sensitivity: 109dB + 1dB SPL/mW
- Impedance: 32Ω
- Cable: 6N SPOcc +SCCW Hybrid cable
- Interface: 2-pin(0.78mm)
- Plug Type: 3.5mm + 4.4mm
Before starting the review, I want to thank Hifigo for sending this iem for a review
Accessories Package
The unboxing experience and accessories provided are excellent for the price. You get a carry case, a Z Reviews logo figure, a cable with both 3.5mm and 4.4mm interchangeable terminations, two different types of silicone eartips (three pairs each), and one pair of foam tips.
The carry case included is genuinely great—it feels well-built and sturdy. The size is just right, not too big or too small, and you can easily carry both the IEMs and a dongle DAC in it. The cable is also excellent. It’s sold separately for around $40, so getting it bundled with the IEM adds a lot of value. It feels solid and sturdy, and it behaves really well in daily use. I also love how the colourway complements the rainbow faceplate. The interchangeable termination system is the screw-down type, which I personally think is the best system in terms of durability and long-term reliability. As for the eartips, they’re decent not anything groundbreaking, but they get the job done. It’s great to see a pair of foam tips included, though I do wish they had thrown in more size options in the box. Overall, I’m very impressed with the accessories provided at this price point.
Aesthetics and Build Quality
The faceplate on the Defiant looks beautiful, especially the rainbow one. If you’re one of those people who prefer the green version over the rainbow… you might need to get some help. The faceplate shimmers and glistens beautifully under the sun, and there’s a real sense of depth to it. If you’re into blingy, eye-catching designs, this will be right up your alley. But if you’re someone who prefers something more understated, this might not be the look for you.
The build quality is also very solid for the price. The shells feel sturdy and well put together. They are on the lighter side, but they still give off a well-built feel so no complaints in that department either.
Fit and Comfort
The fit and comfort of the Defiant are also excellent. The shells have a moulded shape that provides a snug and secure fit. The nozzle is of medium thickness and slightly on the longer side, which allows for a deeper insertion, this further enhances fit stability. All of this translates to a very comfortable and stable wearing experience. I can easily wear them for hours on end without any issues.
Sources Used
I used fiio jm21 and chord mojo 2 to test the juzear defiant. Its very easy to drive and does not scale that much so pairing it with a decent budget dongle dac will be more than enough.
Sound
I used the divinus velvet eartips with the juzear defiant. Defiant has fun yet balanced sound signature.
Bass
The bass is very good for the price. The bass profile is sub bass over mid bass. The overall bass presentation has very good dynamics and a sense of punch for the price.
The sub bass hits deep and low notes effortlessly and has good rumble and texture. The mid bass thump and slam is also very good. the mid-bass never bleeds into the lower mids but if you are someone who likes a lot of mid bass then this iem might not be for you
The initial attack of the bass is well defined, with decay slightly on the faster side. This gives the bass a fast and snappy character, tho it does sacrifice a bit of that satisfying lingering weight some might expect.
Mids
The mids are also good on this IEM. The lower mids are on the cleaner side, with no bleed from the mid-bass. Male vocals and instruments in this range have a decent amount of weight, but if you prefer your lower mids to be thick and lush, this might not be the IEM for you. The upper mids balance things out nicely, there’s just the right amount of energy there. There’s a slight bump around the 1.5kHz region, which pushes the vocals, especially female vocals, forward in the mix. The Defiant favours female vocals more than male vocals; they sound sweet, extended and open.
The presence region also has just the right amount of energy, giving vocals enough bite and clarity without making them sound sharp or sibilant.
Treble
The treble is also very good. It’s relatively smooth and has a nice sense of extension for the price. The treble is sparkly without being overly forward or fatiguing. There’s a noticeable boost in the air region, which makes the sound feel more open and helps increase the micro detail pickup. However, because of this boost, the treble doesn’t sound the most natural. That said, the overall treble is very incisive and has excellent bite, which adds energy and clarity to the presentation.
Detail Retrieval and Technical Performance
Again, these are also excellent for the price. The macro detail retrieval is good, the iem has a good sense of punch and dynamics. Micro detail retrieval is also very good it picks up small micro nuances in the tracks well. The stage is not the widest I have heard, its okay for the price but the instrument separation, layering and imaging performance is excellent for the price.
Juzear Defiant vs Simgot EW300 (HBB/DSP)
When I reviewed the EW300, I really liked it and it quickly became my go-to recommendation for IEMs under $100. So it only makes sense to compare it to the Juzear Defiant.
Let’s start with the accessories. The Defiant easily wins here. While the EW300 does come with tuning foams and replaceable nozzles, when it comes to the things that really matter like the eartips and cable, the Defiant pulls ahead. The EW300’s cable is non-modular and doesn’t feel as premium, and the DSP version’s cable is even worse than the one included with the HBB edition. In contrast, the Defiant includes a higher-quality, modular cable that feels far more solid and refined.
In terms of looks and build quality, both IEMs have their pros and cons. The EW300 has a more understated, professional look, while the Defiant goes all out with bling and charm. So it really depends on your taste, whether you prefer a stealthy design or something more eye-catching. But in terms of build quality, there’s no contest: the EW300 takes the win. It’s built like a tank with full metal shells. That said, the Defiant is still well-built for a resin IEM and stands up well against others in the same category, but it can’t beat the metal construction of the Simgot.
When it comes to fit and comfort, both perform excellently. But if I had to choose one, I’d go with the Defiant. The moulded shells and longer nozzle provide a more secure and comfortable fit, and it’s also lighter than the EW300, which helps for longer sessions.
Now let’s talk sound. The EW300 (with silver nozzles) leans more toward a V-shaped sound signature, while the Defiant has a more balanced
Bass-wise, the EW300 has more quantity, especially in the mid-bass region. So if you’re someone who enjoys a fuller, more elevated bass, the EW300 may be a better fit. In terms of quality, both are quite close. The Defiant has a slightly more defined and crisp initial attack, while the EW300 has a slightly slower decay, letting the bass notes linger a bit longer, which can make it feel more satisfying and weighty.
In the mids, the EW300’s lower mids have more heft and body, giving male vocals and instruments more warmth. The Defiant, on the other hand, sounds cleaner and more open. The EW300 also has more upper mids to counterbalance the low-end weight, reinforcing that V-shaped tuning.
Treble on both is excellent. To my ears, the Defiant has slightly more energy in the mid-treble region, which adds a bit more sparkle. The extension is excellent on both, just that defiant has more energy in this region adding a sense of airyness but it does not feel as natural as Ew300. Defiant’s treble also has slightly more bite to it.
In terms of detail retrieval, both are very good. For macro detail, they’re evenly matched. But in micro detail, the Defiant edges ahead, it picks up finer nuances a bit better. Soundstage width is pretty similar on both, but when it comes to imaging and layering, the Defiant pulls slightly ahead.
Conclusion
As you can probably tell, I really like this IEM. Juzear has created a complete package with the Defiant, everything from the accessories to the aesthetics to the sound is well thought out and executed.
Sure, there are a few drawbacks, like the cleaner lower mids and the treble not sounding entirely natural, but if you can look past those, I can wholeheartedly recommend this IEM. If you already own a bassy, laid-back set like the Aful Explorer, the Defiant can be a perfect complementary option. Z Reviews and Juzear really did a fantastic job with this one.
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