{"product_id":"kz-as16-pro-x","title":"KZ AS16 Pro X In-Ear Monitors","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"bf-iem-story\" style=\"max-width:1120px;margin:0 auto;\"\u003e\n  \u003csection style=\"margin:8px 0 44px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1009\/2403\/1269\/files\/as16-05-band-factory-on-ear-lifestyle_c928c7d3-c47c-4807-9f08-f85713b9daa3.png?v=1787875731\" alt=\"Musician wearing KZ AS16 Pro X in-ear monitors during a Band Factory rehearsal\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"display:block;width:100%;border-radius:20px;aspect-ratio:16\/9;object-fit:cover;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"max-width:820px;margin:28px auto 0;text-align:center;\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"color:#7fa2ff;font-size:13px;font-weight:800;letter-spacing:.14em;margin:0 0 10px;\"\u003eREFERENCE-FOCUSED ALL-BA IEM\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003ch2 style=\"font-size:clamp(30px,5vw,52px);line-height:1.05;margin:0 0 16px;\"\u003eFast detail across the entire arrangement.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-size:18px;line-height:1.65;margin:0;opacity:.86;\"\u003eThe KZ AS16 Pro X places eight balanced-armature drivers in each earpiece—16 across the pair. Its strength is speed, definition and precise placement for performers who need to hear every part of the mix.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n  \u003csection aria-label=\"Product highlights\" style=\"display:grid;grid-template-columns:repeat(auto-fit,minmax(220px,1fr));gap:16px;margin:0 0 54px;\"\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"background:#11151d;border:1px solid rgba(104,145,255,.35);border-radius:16px;padding:22px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"color:#7fa2ff;font-size:13px;font-weight:800;letter-spacing:.12em;margin-bottom:12px;\"\u003e01\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:18px;margin:0 0 8px;\"\u003e8 BA DRIVERS PER SIDE\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0;opacity:.82;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eDedicated balanced armatures cover low, mid, high and ultra-high frequency ranges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#11151d;border:1px solid rgba(104,145,255,.35);border-radius:16px;padding:22px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"color:#7fa2ff;font-size:13px;font-weight:800;letter-spacing:.12em;margin-bottom:12px;\"\u003e02\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:18px;margin:0 0 8px;\"\u003eTHREE-WAY CROSSOVER\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0;opacity:.82;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe electronic crossover and three-channel acoustic duct keep driver groups organised.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#11151d;border:1px solid rgba(104,145,255,.35);border-radius:16px;padding:22px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"color:#7fa2ff;font-size:13px;font-weight:800;letter-spacing:.12em;margin-bottom:12px;\"\u003e03\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:18px;margin:0 0 8px;\"\u003eHIGH-SENSITIVITY MONITORING\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0;opacity:.82;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eExcellent detail from compatible bodypacks and interfaces—use a clean source and sensible gain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n  \u003csection style=\"display:grid;grid-template-columns:repeat(auto-fit,minmax(280px,1fr));gap:28px;align-items:center;background:#0d1016;border-radius:20px;overflow:hidden;margin:0 0 54px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1009\/2403\/1269\/files\/kz-as16-pro-x-driver-architecture.webp?v=1788125182\" alt=\"KZ AS16 Pro X sixteen balanced-armature driver array\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"display:block;width:100%;height:100%;min-height:300px;object-fit:cover;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"padding:32px;\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"color:#7fa2ff;font-size:13px;font-weight:800;letter-spacing:.12em;margin:0 0 10px;\"\u003eWHY IT WORKS\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003ch2 style=\"font-size:clamp(25px,4vw,38px);line-height:1.12;margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eFor players who need the whole picture\u003c\/h2\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"line-height:1.65;margin:0;opacity:.84;\"\u003eDesigned for vocalists tracking pitch, musical directors following a complete arrangement, engineers checking detail and musicians who prefer separation and speed over boosted dynamic-driver bass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n  \n\n  \u003csection aria-label=\"Driver architecture and frequency response\" style=\"margin:54px 0;padding:clamp(22px,4vw,40px);background:linear-gradient(145deg,#090b10,#111725);border:1px solid rgba(127,162,255,.24);border-radius:22px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"display:grid;grid-template-columns:repeat(auto-fit,minmax(290px,1fr));gap:30px;align-items:center;margin:0 0 34px;\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv\u003e\n        \u003cp style=\"color:#7fa2ff;font-size:13px;font-weight:800;letter-spacing:.14em;margin:0 0 9px;\"\u003eUNDER THE SHELL\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003ch2 style=\"font-size:clamp(27px,4vw,42px);line-height:1.1;margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eEight balanced armatures per side, organised by frequency\u003c\/h2\u003e\n        \u003cp style=\"font-size:17px;line-height:1.65;margin:0;opacity:.86;\"\u003eDedicated balanced armatures cover low, mid, high and ultra-high bands. A three-way electronic crossover and three-channel acoustic duct keep those groups working together—useful when you need fast transients and separation in a dense stage mix.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1009\/2403\/1269\/files\/kz-as16-pro-x-driver-architecture.webp?v=1788125182\" alt=\"KZ AS16 Pro X balanced-armature array and acoustic layout\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"display:block;width:100%;border-radius:16px;aspect-ratio:16\/10;object-fit:contain;background:#080a0f;\"\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"max-width:820px;margin:0 0 20px;\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"color:#7fa2ff;font-size:13px;font-weight:800;letter-spacing:.14em;margin:0 0 9px;\"\u003eTHE RESPONSE, MADE USEFUL\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003ch2 style=\"font-size:clamp(25px,4vw,38px);line-height:1.12;margin:0 0 12px;\"\u003eReference detail with a clear presence region\u003c\/h2\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"line-height:1.65;margin:0;opacity:.84;\"\u003eThe measured response combines a firm low-frequency foundation with strong vocal and instrument presence. The upper-frequency energy exposes detail, which is valuable for monitoring but also makes a clean, low-noise bodypack or interface important.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"display:grid;grid-template-columns:repeat(auto-fit,minmax(280px,1fr));gap:16px;\"\u003e\u003cfigure style=\"margin:0;background:#080a0f;border:1px solid rgba(127,162,255,.22);border-radius:16px;overflow:hidden;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1009\/2403\/1269\/files\/kz-as16-pro-x-frequency-response.webp?v=1788125184\" alt=\"KZ AS16 Pro X official manufacturer frequency-response graph\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"display:block;width:100%;aspect-ratio:16\/10;object-fit:contain;background:#080a0f;\"\u003e\u003cfigcaption style=\"padding:12px 15px;color:#d9e2ff;font-size:14px;font-weight:750;\"\u003eAS16 Pro X · manufacturer response\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;line-height:1.55;margin:16px 0 0;opacity:.64;\"\u003eManufacturer measurement shown for comparison. Ear-tip seal, fit, ear anatomy and the source device all affect the response you actually hear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n  \u003csection style=\"max-width:820px;margin:54px auto 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"color:#7fa2ff;font-size:13px;font-weight:800;letter-spacing:.12em;margin:0 0 8px;\"\u003eQUICK ANSWERS\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003ch2 style=\"font-size:clamp(26px,4vw,40px);margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cdetails style=\"border-top:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.16);padding:16px 0;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;font-weight:750;\"\u003eDoes AS16 Pro X have 16 drivers in each ear?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin:10px 0 0;opacity:.82;line-height:1.6;\"\u003eNo. It has eight balanced-armature drivers per earpiece, making 16 across the pair.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails style=\"border-top:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.16);padding:16px 0;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;font-weight:750;\"\u003eDoes an all-BA IEM still produce bass?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin:10px 0 0;opacity:.82;line-height:1.6;\"\u003eYes. Dedicated balanced armatures cover low frequencies, with an emphasis on speed and control rather than oversized impact.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails style=\"border-top:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.16);padding:16px 0;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;font-weight:750;\"\u003eWhy can I hear hiss from some devices?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin:10px 0 0;opacity:.82;line-height:1.6;\"\u003eIts high sensitivity can reveal a noisy wireless pack or headphone output. Use a clean source and manage gain carefully.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails style=\"border-top:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.16);padding:16px 0;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;font-weight:750;\"\u003eDoes the upgraded cable change the sound system?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin:10px 0 0;opacity:.82;line-height:1.6;\"\u003eNo. Both variants use the same earpieces, driver array and tuning. Only the supplied detachable cable changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:24px 0 0;padding:18px 20px;background:#11151d;border-left:3px solid #6f94ff;border-radius:0 12px 12px 0;\"\u003ePrefer more physical low-end impact? \u003ca href=\"\/products\/kz-castor-pro\"\u003eCompare the Castor Pro Bass Up\u003c\/a\u003e. For fit and safe setup, read the \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/iem-fit-guide\"\u003eBand Factory IEM fit guide\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"KZ","offers":[{"title":"Standard Silver","offer_id":53671068729637,"sku":"BF-AS16PX-STD","price":179.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Upgraded Silver-Plated","offer_id":53671068762405,"sku":"BF-AS16PX-UPG","price":229.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1009\/2403\/1269\/files\/as16-01-band-factory-studio-hero_b247e67b-54ae-4ad1-91f4-30a956453cc1.png?v=1787875732","url":"https:\/\/bandfactory.nz\/products\/kz-as16-pro-x","provider":"Band Factory","version":"1.0","type":"link"}