The KZ AS16 Pro is a wired in-ear monitor (IEM) built entirely from balanced armatures, eight per side and 16 in total, with KZ-rated passive isolation above 26 dB. This version adds an in-line mic, so it suits phone listeners who also want an isolating IEM for stage use or commuting.
Who the KZ AS16 Pro is for
Phone users who take calls: The in-line mic handles calls and game chat without swapping cables.
Stage, office or commute: Passive isolation, rated by KZ at more than 26 dB, makes them workable on stage, in an office or on a commute without ANC.
Busy, layered mixes: Each side splits eight armatures across a three-way crossover (four high, two mid, two bass), giving every frequency range its own drivers.
Long-term owners: The cable detaches at a 0.75 mm 2-pin connector, so a worn or damaged cable can be replaced without replacing the earphones.
Skip it if: the IEMs will only be used with a DAP, dongle DAC or desktop amp, where an in-line mic goes unused.
KZ AS16 Pro key specs
Drivers: 8 balanced armatures per side (16 total): 4× 31736 high, 2× 29689 mid, 2× 22955 bass
Cable: Silver-plated braided, 120 ±5 cm, 3.5 mm plug with in-line mic
KZ AS16 Pro vs similar options
vs KZ AS16 Pro: Same AS16 Pro with 8 balanced armatures per side, minus the in-line mic; choose it if the IEMs will plug into a DAP, dongle DAC or desktop amp rather than a phone.
vs KZ AS16 Pro X: Also 8 BAs per side with a mic, but swaps one of the AS16 Pro's two 22955 bass armatures for a 30019 mid-high unit; keep the AS16 Pro if you want both bass units.
vs KZ ZAR: A hybrid instead: 1 dynamic driver plus 7 balanced armatures per side; pick the ZAR for dynamic-driver bass, the AS16 Pro for an all-armature build with a mic.
Yes. Every unit we sell is genuine and brand-new, shipped in its original packaging, and backed by our 1-year TonePier warranty and 45-day returns.
Where does my order ship from, and how long does it take?
Every order ships from our warehouse in China, with full tracking, and most orders ship within 3 business days. Shipping is free on every order; most US orders arrive within 7–15 business days and most orders to other countries within 7–20 business days — see our shipping policy for details.
What if it isn't for me?
You get 45 days to decide. Keep the packaging, keep it in like-new condition, and send it back for a refund. Ear tips unsealed for hygiene reasons are fine — we expect you to actually listen.
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