ZiiGaat x Fresh Reviews Arete II, front view of both black shells with light blue faceplates and Arete logo
ZiiGaat x Fresh Reviews Arete II, side view of the black aluminium shell, nozzle and 2-pin socket
ZiiGaat x Fresh Reviews Arete II shells at an angle, black metal with light blue faceplates
ZiiGaat x Fresh Reviews Arete II with black braided cable over-ear hooks and black silicone ear tips
ZiiGaat x Fresh Reviews Arete II with black cable lying on a stack of books
ZiiGaat x Fresh Reviews Arete II box contents: earphones, black cable, plugs, ear tips and brown case

ZiiGaat x Fresh Reviews Arete II

€279,00

Balanced & Bassy

The ZiiGaat x Fresh Reviews Arete II does two jobs: flip the switch on and music gets fuller and warmer, flip it off and it turns clean and precise for games where you need to hear every footstep. Either way the bass is deep and the highs are airy. The shells are big, so small ears may struggle, and the top end can sting at high volume.

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ZiiGaat x Fresh Reviews Arete II with black cable lying on a stack of books

What we hear

Deep Bass
Bass you feel as well as hear, with weight under every track.
Cool Tone
A lighter, cleaner sound that puts clarity first.
Natural Vocals
Voices sit where the recording put them, clear and even.
Sparkly and airy Treble
The top end is lively and open, so cymbals shine and small details are easy to hear.
Wide Soundstage
Music spreads past your ears, with room between the instruments.
ZiiGaat x Fresh Reviews Arete II, front view of both black shells with light blue faceplates and Arete logo

How it's built

Connectivity: 3.5 mm and 4.4 mm
Build: CNC-machined aluminium shells and faceplates in blue, with a bass switch on each shell.
Comfort: Large shell. Fine for medium and large ears, can be hard to seat in small ears.

The specs:
Drivers: 1DD + 4BA
Impedance: 24 Ω
Sensitivity: 104 dB
Frequency response: 20 Hz – 40 kHz

ZiiGaat x Fresh Reviews Arete II box contents: earphones, black cable, plugs, ear tips and brown case

What's in the box

  • ZiiGaat x Fresh Reviews Arete II IEMs
  • Silver-plated OFC cable
  • 3.5 mm and 4.4 mm plugs
  • 7 pairs of silicone ear tips (S/M/L)
  • Carrying case
  • User manual

What others ask  about ZiiGaat x Fresh Reviews Arete II

Is the bass on the ZiiGaat x Fresh Reviews Arete II sub-bass focused or mid-bass punchy?

Sub-bass first, with good punch. The ZiiGaat x Fresh Reviews Arete II reaches deep with a clean rumble, and kick drums still hit. Turn on the bass switch on the shell and you also get more body in the mid-bass.

How do vocals sound on the ZiiGaat x Fresh Reviews Arete II?

Natural, at a normal distance. Voices on the ZiiGaat x Fresh Reviews Arete II sound full and never shouty. With the bass switch on they get a little thicker, and some reviewers hear them set back slightly.

Is the treble on the ZiiGaat x Fresh Reviews Arete II smooth, sparkly or sharp?

Airy and open. The ZiiGaat x Fresh Reviews Arete II has good extension at the top, which adds space and detail. At high volume, or if you are sensitive to treble, the upper treble can feel a bit sharp.

Is the ZiiGaat x Fresh Reviews Arete II fatiguing over long sessions?

For most people, no. The ZiiGaat x Fresh Reviews Arete II is tuned to be fun but controlled. Keep the volume moderate if treble bothers you, and note that the large shell may press in small ears after a few hours.

Is the soundstage of the ZiiGaat x Fresh Reviews Arete II intimate or wide?

Wide, with precise placement. The ZiiGaat x Fresh Reviews Arete II spreads sound wide from left to right and makes it easy to tell where a sound comes from, which is why it works so well for games. Depth from front to back is a bit flatter.

Does the ZiiGaat x Fresh Reviews Arete II fit smaller ears?

It can be difficult. The ZiiGaat x Fresh Reviews Arete II has a large aluminium shell, and that is the most common complaint from reviewers. Medium and large ears are usually fine.

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