LETSHUOER S12 : These Planars Are Kind Of Amazing!!

[@thiscorrosion900]

I own two pairs of Hifiman planar headphones, neither are at all "bass heavy", they both have that tight, snappy, controlled bass that goes a bit deep but not super deep. Planars usually aren't tuned that way. Sounds like these IEMs were tuned for more bass performance and extension, which is good if you want more bass, I normally do, but of course you're not gonna get the same soundstage and detail maybe, as full size planar headphones. The good thing is they're more portable, and probably a lot easier to drive.

[@housepianist]

Nice to see you do wired IEMS. There are a boatload of them out there from seemingly dozens of manufacturers so it certainly can keep you going for as long as you wish on your channel. 👍🏻

[@STAYCBias]

Get s12 pro

[@WarMach1ne664]

Zeos (Z reviews) just released his collab version of these which comes in red and blue. He also added a +2 db of sub bass I believe

[@itzikca]

Indeed - and you can get 4.4

[@potion95]

@@itzikca you could already get 4.4. That’s what I got with my regular s12’s.

[@itzikca]

@@potion95 thanks

[@pdesurra]

Got these and the 7hz Timeless. Ended up keeping the Timeless. The bass felt better in the timeless and the top end just felt easier to my ears. The imaging, soundstage, and detail just seemed better to me. They are $60 more but the price difference felt worth it to me. Still agree that S12 are phenomenal for the price!

[@joeromack6188]

Got these and the 7hz Timeless. Ended up keeping the S12.

[@techsguide9465]

i have them for like a 2 months now initially i was disapointed cuz to me it sounded plastically and knife sharp but after sometime it seems like the sharpness is completely gone. idk that im used to it now or it got better but i also have other iems like moondrop aria.. so using them both side by side i can definitley confirm that sharpness is gone. and u also need to have a good fit double flinge eartips does the job for me

[@Assimilator702]

I just received my pair of S12 a day ago and I usually like to get 25 hours on any iem before I listen but I just couldn't help myself since they sound so good. If the Recording isn't bright thr S12 are no issue for me at all. But on brighter recordings the treble is a bit zingy. I hope they calm down with more playtime. I'll give them 100 hours. If I keep getting headaches then I know these aren't something I can live with. I did start to experiment with micropore tape over the nozzle screen but I need to dial in the amount since too much coverage veils the treble too much. Too little tape and there's no reduction in treble.

[@mariusdanfilip7204]

So, at first, were they sharper than the Aria?

[@techsguide9465]

@@mariusdanfilip7204 yes a little

[@Dingdongwitchisdead]

Would these be a good first iem? Shuoer has them on sale for $119.

[@Assimilator702]

@@Dingdongwitchisdead That would be a firm and resounding YES! I got my S12 for $118 and they’re simply a must own iem! If the treble is too bright cover 60% of the nozzle with 3M Micropore tape. Any drug store will carry it if you don’t already own some.

[@RivardMatthew]

I just bought these. Coming from neutral cans like 560s and m50x, I am very pleased.

[@Hijynx87]

You can always slap a tuning filter on the nozzle, or do the totl mod from Michael Bruce.

[@brijidolerma9447]

Gamesky covering iems!!! Thats awsome!!😁😁😁

[@Nonesuch6588]

These are the most fire iems I have ever tried

[@paracuja]

Got them on sale for 99€ hyped af 🤩 my first planars

[@MazzEffect7]

Been using these with my Qudelix 5k and love it!

[@wadec6799]

That's a killer set up!!!!!!!! Loved these with the 5k but man I could not get a good fit with these. Know all ears are different tried spi fit 360 then the 100+ but sound on em was phenomenal and they def eq really well

[@MazzEffect7]

@@wadec6799 I definitely hear ya! I've tried Spinfit and MoonDrop Spring Tips with the S12, but didn't like them at all. The stock silicone tips seem to work the best for me so far as I felt like the foam tips took too much of the detail away. I might try some double flange tips down the road, but right now I'm plenty happy 👍

[@wadec6799]

@@MazzEffect7 hey man if you grab some other tips and love em please keep me posted here man!!!! Was lookin at the new w1 tips from spinfit but sitting tight for right now with what I have bit appreciate the feedback and man the s12 sound fn awesome!!!!

[@johnpeterson99]

Do you eq the treble down a bit? I love my 5k. I'm waiting for my z12s to arrive. I think I would like the timber of the Timeless more but with eq always at the ready I think the savings are worth a try. My ikko oh1s are still my go-to iem.

[@MazzEffect7]

@@johnpeterson99 Yeah I definitely had to EQ down the treble at first, but then over time I started to slowly bring it back up. Not sure if I just got used to it or if it was the mythical "burn-in." I also had to boost the bass quite a bit to get it to my liking (and I'm not even a basshead), but you probably won't have to worry about that as much since you're going with the Z12.

[@jb678901]

Run my S12's with AZ09 Pro's (AptX and in "power" mode) or sometimes with BTR5/cables (LDAC). Luv these IEM's. They scale really well with a bit more power AND I can EQ the hell out of them too. Today, at its price, the Dioko is new competition...I just cannot go for the design of the Dioko (too big and flashy for me).

[@werelion2893]

how did u get the 2 pin adapters

[@jb678901]

@@werelion2893 I initially did use the 2 pin adapters ($13 for set) sourced from AliExpress* but found them having less than reliable/secure connection because the male pins were too large in diameter and too short. Insertion of the pins was too snug for my liking. I decided to mod the AZ09 Pro's by shaving 2~3mm from the leading edge of the silicone-rubber QDC shroud, revealing a standard pin length to provide a neat and secure coupling with the B-pin interface of the IEM (e.g. S12, Olina, T3+). This set I use with all of my IEM's having the standard B-pin connection. Mod took me just ~3 minutes with a razor/exacto knife. I did buy a second set of the KZ AZ09 Pro's to use with QDC(C-pin)-type IEM's (e.g. CCA CRA, TKZK Wave). These BT earhooksy were so damn cheap at the time...got both sets on deep discount for only $26 each! Been alternating between these two sets for the better part of 2022 without any issues. * If you really need the adapter, this is the search description: "2pcs 0.75 \ 78 EU Double Needle Socket QDC Custom DIY Earphone Repair Flat / Convex / Notch Female Socket Compatible 0.7-0.8 Pin Male"

[@werelion2893]

@@jb678901 woah alright. but when u did the mod did the iem come off the az09 pro easily or was there any trouble

[@jb678901]

@@werelion2893 The mod makes it a standard B-pin connection, no issues whatsoever. It even looks factory with a nice straight clean edge where the silicone rubber had been slightly cutaway. A very easy mod to perform.

[@werelion2893]

@@jb678901 oh alright that's good to hear thanks

[@zarrar26]

Very happy that you have also started reviewing iems as well, I always prefer them for pure sound quality and gaming (because of mic quality and lag free), you should review best iems under 100$ 👍🏼

[@NyteStalker89]

There is one answer for best IEM under $100 and that is the Moondrop Aria. There are new contenders in the sub $100 range, but the Aria is just too well tuned and priced.

[@ThatOmadGuy]

@@NyteStalker89 At $99, the 7hz Dioko is the best pick IMO. Soundstage, imaging, resolution, beats all others.

[@STAYCBias]

@@ThatOmadGuy , s12 pro

[@NyteStalker89]

closed back planar isn't gonna give you a large sounding space. Its gonna blitz the audio space with detail and punch

[@thiscorrosion900]

Just by the nature of IEM design, really.

[@Foobymaster1]

I use these a lot and love the sound of them

[@h1a8]

Have you tried the Rapto Hook? Is so then which do you prefer, these or them?

[@bourjuva]

s12 or Gizaudio x Binary Chopin for pc gaming?

[@itzikca]

@gamesky - can you please tell me how they compare to the sennheiser IE300 - i got the ie300 and am considering to get those too…

[@stevegodfreydrums]

Sweet that will do it I’ve just ordered these the coming weekend!

[@kagefantom9227]

Can you make review for oppo enco x2 tws? It's planar base too...

[@Wingedmagician]

I loved it just not more than my timeless so I gave them away. But the cable I kept! I’d legit pay the price of those iems again for that cable I’ve never had a better one.

[@arkangelarkangel1302]

My kid wants some of these for better phone gaming. Sounds perfect.

[@colorpilot]

Not sure how old they are but "Moondrop Chu" or "tripowin lea" might be a good cheap option if this is going to be first IEM or potential damage/loss is a high chance.

[@carminedesanto6746]

Run mine in balanced iff an IFI Go Blue..with Final Audio Type E tips …freaking awesomeness in a little package!!

[@mdk12172633sg]

Which DAC AMP you used to test them ....also if you have Fiio KA3 can you tell how the pair works ... I herd that if you p provide more power the soundstage in s12 opens up ... Please tell if it really happens Thankyou love the video

[@spector175]

I sent back Ka3 didn't pair well with s12 sounded very analytical, thin got Xduoo link 2 bal slightly warm, spacious great synergy.

[@mdk12172633sg]

@@spector175 almost every other person who tried them said same... Didnt pair well meen what exactly happened... Is KA3 not good ? Have you tried KA3 with different iem ... I am asking become i cant afford another DAC now

[@jeffhale1189]

Thanks…I enjoyed your review. Blessings on your day 👍🏻

[@escudos999]

Yup, I love the sound of these.

[@jaroslavfricek7772]

You can order it with 4.4 also…

[@wadec6799]

Gamesky I really dig the iem reviews man!!!! My go to now is the olina with spinfit cp100+ then a tripowin lsc08 2.5mm cable and the qudelix 5k . The sound is unreal in my opinion and I freakin loved the s12 but could not get a good fit . Now waiting for the planar collab hbb is workin on amd will grab em immediately. Great job tho man amd my tinbuds 3 should be here any day!!!!

[@Hijynx87]

Do your tinbuds still work?

[@wadec6799]

@@Hijynx87 yessir

[@asan1050]

Thanks

[@johnpeterson99]

It was your review (along with some others) that made me order the OH1s back when they hit the scene. They are my most used iems. Such a solid set! Thank you for another review of what I hope are my new favorites!

[@GuavaJuiceBane]

couldn't agree more. The OH-01 is a good set. I ranked it in my B Tier. I have others set, but I keep going back to it. Love its warm and enveloping tonality.

[@itzikca]

You should have checked the z12

[@DroidLocks6971]

I'm Have These They Are Amazing Revealing Audio In My Music That I'd Never Heard Before My Humble Set Up ZFOLD3 . . To . . Hidizs S9 Pro DAC AMP DONGLE . . LetShouer S12s With 2.5mm Cable

[@joeromack6188]

even better with 4.4 mm balanced

[@DSN262]

Once you go wireless...

[@Trigg3rHippie]

Now I like my music loud. Like... LOUD. I mainly listen to metal. Would you recommend these or are they one of the normalised ones that got nerfed in the loudness department in order to preserve audio quality? I use Helm Audio Bolt DAC.

[@angelocrisostomo7477]

🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@AnxiousCHKNLeg]

Hell yea

[@KRWLiveOnPatrol]

Nice 👍 Let’s Go! First!

[@rgarc514]

Only balanced 4.4 unbalanced 3.5 only if you must🙉

[@jackvulture7316]

magnetic drivers are so much powerfull than this thing ... i completly disagree with you ... beter go for kz zs10 ... audiophiles iems sucks

[@Orvill5934]

which is better ,SHUOER S12 or the Moondrop Blessing 2 Twilight . Pop K-pop Metall Rock Orchestral violin FamaleVocal . Detail analize .