Wired IEMs
LETSHUOER S12 PRO
75Good
$170
Full review dataLETSHUOER S12 PRO vs Twistura Woodnote: which should you buy?
On aggregated review scores the Twistura Woodnote comes out ahead with a HearWiki score of 82. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.
Our pick: Twistura Woodnote - Great overall at around $160.
Wired IEMs
Twistura Woodnote
82Great
$160
Full review dataScore breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
Twistura Woodnote leads on 4 of 4 measures.
- LETSHUOER S12 PRO
- Twistura Woodnote
HearWiki score
75
82
Sound
8.0
8.5
Value
7.5
8.0
Price (USD)
$170
$160
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
The Twistura Woodnote is 3 years newer, but it is 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. For 3 years between them, that is a thin return - treat this as a restyle rather than a new platform.
- S12 PRO2022
- Woodnote20253 yr newer
Specifications
S12 PROWoodnote
- Type
- Wired IEMs
- Wired IEMs
- Price (USD)
- $170
- $160
- HearWiki score
- 75
- 82
- Released
- 2022
- 2025
- Availability
- Discontinued
- Sold new
- Driver
- 14.8 mm planar magnetic
- 10 mm driver
- Driver type
- planar
- -
- Driver size
- 14.8 mm
- 10 mm
- Impedance
- 16 Ω
- 18 Ω
- Active noise cancelling
- No
- -
- Connector
- 2-pin 0.78 mm
- 2-pin 0.78 mm
What reviewers said
LETSHUOER S12 PRO
The LETSHUOER S12 Pro is a wired planar magnetic IEM that delivers fast, detailed, and energetic sound with a V-shaped signature, making it a strong technical performer around the $170 mark. It's easy to drive from most sources, though pairing it with warmer gear can tame its bright treble, and its comfortable fit supports long listening sessions. While its tuning may not suit treble-sensitive listeners, it stands out for its clarity, bass quality, and overall agility in its price range.
- Pro:Excellent speed and detail retrieval
- Pro:Punchy, well-defined bass response
- Pro:Comfortable ergonomics for extended wear
- Con:Bright treble can be fatiguing for some
- Con:V-shaped tuning may not suit neutral lovers
- Con:Benefits from warmer amplification to tame harshness
Twistura Woodnote
The Twistura Woodnote is a wired single-dynamic-driver IEM that delivers a warm, natural, and musical sound while remaining technically capable, with particularly strong imaging. Its standout feature is an interchangeable nozzle system that lets listeners shift the tuning from bass-heavy to a cleaner, more treble-focused profile, adding versatility. With excellent build quality, comfort, and a generous accessory set, it presents a compelling value for around $160.
- Pro:Versatile tuning via interchangeable nozzles and ear tips
- Pro:Warm, engaging, and natural sound with good detail retrieval
- Pro:Excellent build quality and comfortable fit
- Con:No active noise cancellation, so isolation depends entirely on fit and tips
- Con:Stock tuning may be too warm for those seeking a neutral or bright signature
- Con:Requires tip rolling or nozzle swapping to fully unlock its potential
Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.
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