LETSHUOER S12 Review: A Planar Driver IEM

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Hey everyone,

The LETSHUOER S12 is another gem from Shuoer (now called LETSHUOER). Planar magnetic drivers are starting to take over IEMs, which is great when the tuning is right. A 14.8 mm planar driver, one of the biggest in well-known IEMs. 16 ohm and 102 dB sensitivity according to the company, a 0.78 2-pin connector, and you can choose a 3.5 or 4.4 plug at the same price. It’s full metal but light.

Who is it for?

• Anyone who wants the best IEM in the $150 to $200 class and likes a V-shape with strong detail.

Strengths

• Detail clarity is 10 out of 10: it broke the rule that strong detail only comes with neutral IEMs, and it competes with the FiiO FH7.
• The sub-bass is rumbly, airy and deep, with excellent low extension.
• The mids have a touch of warmth that gives them a lovely musicality, and separation and layering are brilliant.
• The treble is airy, sparkly and smooth, with no harshness.
• Very good isolation, and the cable is excellent in build and performance.

Weaknesses

• It’s affected a lot by tips: with the included tips the bass is boomy and bleeds into the mids, and the treble lacks air.
• The mid-bass is higher than I like.
• Vocals are thin and slightly recessed on some older recordings.
• Very slight sibilance for treble-sensitive ears.
• It’s small with a short nozzle, so it might not stay put in larger ears.

Verdict

I recommend it: I can’t remember an IEM in the $150 to $200 class that gave me this performance. My best result was with Moondrop Spring Tips and a balanced cable on a neutral source, and I recommend buying it with the 4.4 plug.

Note: this review is from 2022, so price and availability may have changed.

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