CCZ Solo DC02 – Clean, bassy entry

CCZ is relative to the Kbear brand, always releasing entry-level products with competitive quality. Recently, they released the new IEMs "Solo DC02", which seems quite promising. Let’s see if it can become a strong competitor in the crowded entry-level market.
Firstly, thank you to Keephifi for their continued support. However, keep in mind that I ensure my review is honest; again, this hobby is subjective, so approach my review with a critical eye.

CCZ offers very minimalist packaging:
- The IEMs
- Cable
- Eartips

While the package is a bit too basic, it’s understandable for an entry-level product. The cable isn’t that bad—decent quality with fairly soft material "at least it's better than what KZ offering". The IEM design is solid and simple, and the build quality, made plastic and seems better quality than what they offer on the past, also featuring tfz/nx7 pin, they do minimizing breakage risk better than qdc pin in my opinion. The fitting is also good with additional rubber like on the back of shell, making it comfortable to use.

Now, let’s talk about the sound. For me, these IEMs have great bass with a surprisingly quiet clean sound for an entry-level product. I would describe these IEMs as V-shaped; this offer a safe sound without harshness often found in some entry-level options, but still maintained clarity.

Bass

The low-end is a standout feature of this IEM. It has nice sub-bass, making it enjoyable for listening to hip-hop, EDM, or R&B. The mid-bass has a great thump; while it’s not overly hard-hitting, it still sounds nice and well rounded. Enjoying some rock or pop funk is still good, but don’t expect this entry-level IEM to handle every genre well, especially hard rock or metal.

Midrange

Vocals here are typical V-shaped, a bit recessed, with low-mids a bit more dominant. This makes male vocals still pleasant and enjoyable, while female or higher pitches vocals feel slightly restrained due to the upper frequencies not being too emphasized. But the good thing if you’re sensitive to upper-mids or sibilance, this one doesn't have high piercing sound—a bit rare for entry-level IEMs.

Treble

Since these are had laid-back sounding, the treble isn’t as crisp, but it doesn’t mean muddy. The clarity is still okay for me; cymbals or guitars sound still pleasant, especially if you pairing to a clean source or changing eartips to any latex or liquid ones like H570 or Epz M100.

Technical

Well, since it’s entry-level, don’t expect it to match the detail levels of mid-to high-end IEMs. The musicality of this set isn’t bad at all; it still has a fun factor. The soundstage is decent, still projecting outside the head without being overwhelming, and 3D imaging is also decent, for any gaming still commadable to pinpoint any enemies footsteps.. for entry-level, its pretty good.

Pros:
+ Great bass for an entry-level IEM, with nice sub-bass extension and thump
+ Clean upper midrange
+ Good laid-back tuning, but still maintained clarity
+ Suitable for treble-sensitive listeners

Cons:
- Not ideal for trebleheads or those who prefer bright signatures
- Not for those who like energetic or forward midrange, as it doesn’t emphasize that aspect for other good purposes
- Like many budget iems, this can experience congestion on busy passages

Conclusion

With so many entry-level IEMs available today, I think the DC02 from CCZ can be a strong candidate if you enjoy bassy, with pretty clean sound. If you prefer treble or forward vocals, this isn’t for you. But if you’re looking for a laid-back entry-level option, I believe this IEM could be a good choice. Its typical safe sound and fairly clean upper frequencies are a bit rare for entry-level products, which is a great advantage of this IEM.

If you like to purchase here's the link:
https://keephifi.com/.../ccz-solo-dc02-in-ear-monitors.../