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7th Acoustics Supernova vs Hisenior Mega5EST: which should you buy?

On aggregated review scores the Hisenior Mega5EST comes out ahead with a HearWiki score of 80. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.

Our pick: Hisenior Mega5EST - Outstanding overall at around $649.

Score breakdown

Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.

Hisenior Mega5EST leads on 4 of 4 measures.

  • 7th Acoustics Supernova
  • Hisenior Mega5EST
HearWiki score
74
80
Sound
8.8
9.1
Value
7.1
8.3
Price (USD)
$750
$650

Generation & platform

The scores rank quality. This is the other question: is the newer one actually newer technology, or the same platform in a new shell?

Same generation

Hisenior Mega5EST (2023) against 7th Acoustics Supernova (2022). These are the same generation of hardware - nothing in the radio, the codecs or the noise cancelling separates them. Nothing separates them on convenience features either, so the choice comes down to tuning and price.

  • Supernova2022
  • Mega5EST20231 yr newer

Specifications

SupernovaMega5EST
Type
Wired IEMs
Wired IEMs
Price (USD)
$750
$650
HearWiki score
74
80
Released
2022
2023
Availability
Discontinued
Discontinued
Driver
6BA
1DD + 2BA + 2EST tribrid
Driver type
balanced-armature
tribrid
Driver configuration
6BA
1DD + 2BA + 2EST
Driver size
-
10 mm
Drivers per side
6
5
Impedance
15 Ω
25 Ω
Weight
-
6 g
Connector
2-pin 0.78 mm
2-pin 0.78 mm

What reviewers said

7th Acoustics Supernova

The 7th Acoustics Supernova is a wired, six-balanced-armature IEM that prioritizes smooth, natural tonality and cohesive musicality over raw resolving power. Its tuning is well-balanced with a particularly engaging midrange, lifelike vocals, and a spacious, well-imaged soundstage, making it a highly enjoyable listen. However, it doesn't dig up quite as much micro-detail as some peers in its price class, and its limited availability can be a hurdle for potential buyers.

  • Pro:Smooth, natural timbre with excellent tonal balance
  • Pro:Outstanding midrange and vocal reproduction
  • Pro:Wide soundstage with precise imaging
  • Con:Detail retrieval lags behind top competitors
  • Con:Can be difficult to purchase due to limited availability

Hisenior Mega5EST

The Hisenior Mega5EST is a tribrid in-ear monitor that blends a dynamic driver, dual balanced armatures, and dual electrostatic drivers into a smooth, enjoyable tuning. It prioritizes a cohesive and musical listen over clinical precision, wrapped in a premium build with a generous accessory kit. The main letdown is cosmetic, with the shell color not quite matching the faceplates, though performance-wise it's a strong all-rounder for its price.

  • Pro:Enjoyable, well-balanced tuning with broad appeal
  • Pro:High-quality construction and included accessories
  • Pro:Cohesive sound across drivers without harshness
  • Con:Shell color doesn't match the faceplates aesthetically
  • Con:Not aimed at listeners wanting extreme technical detail
  • Con:Lacks noise cancellation features

Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.

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