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LETSHUOER S12 Planar Magnetic IEMs
Expert Take
The LETSHUOER S12 planar IEM uses a 14.8mm planar driver and dual vent design to deliver high-resolution sound with fast transients and crisp treble extension. Its aluminum shell and included 4.4mm balanced cable offer solid build and connectivity, but sub bass texture and cable feel are mediocre. A strong contender in the sub-$200 planar segment.
Pros
- Accurate imaging with well-placed vocals and instruments across the stageheadfonics.com
- Extended treble delivers crisp micro-details on percussion and stringshead-fi.org
- Dual vent holes reduce ear pressure for comfortable long listeninggavinsgadgets.com
Cons
- Cable memory retention and tacky plastic wrap reduce premium feelheadphones.com
- Sub bass lacks texture and weight compared to dynamic drivershead-fi.org
- Susceptible to static and hissing on computers with ungrounded outletsheadfonics.com
- Treble peak can cause fatigue for sensitive listeners at high volumeshead-fi.org
- The only issue is that this is limited to 2,024 units so they are unlikely to be around for that long.headfonics.com
- In fact, the only point with which I'd consider the S12 to fall short in technicalities is imaging.headphones.com
Expert Quality
87
Deal Score
46
Price
$121.77
Current Price
$121.77
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