Wired IEMs
Letshuoer S12 Ultra
83Outstanding
$170
Full review dataLetshuoer S12 Ultra vs Tangzu FUDU VERSE 1: which should you buy?
On aggregated review scores the Letshuoer S12 Ultra comes out ahead with a HearWiki score of 83. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.
Our pick: Letshuoer S12 Ultra - Outstanding overall at around $169.
Wired IEMs
Tangzu FUDU VERSE 1
57Average
$89
Full review dataScore breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
Letshuoer S12 Ultra leads on 3 of 4 measures.
- Letshuoer S12 Ultra
- Tangzu FUDU VERSE 1
HearWiki score
83
57
Sound
8.6
6.6
Value
8.9
6.0
Price (USD)
$170
$89
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 Letshuoer S12 Ultra is 2 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.
- S12 Ultra20252 yr newer
- FUDU VERSE 12023
Specifications
S12 UltraFUDU VERSE 1
- Type
- Wired IEMs
- Wired IEMs
- Price (USD)
- $170
- $89
- HearWiki score
- 83
- 57
- Released
- 2025
- 2023
- Availability
- Sold new
- Discontinued
- Driver
- 1 planar magnetic
- 1DD + 2BA hybrid
- Driver type
- planar
- hybrid
- Driver configuration
- 1 planar magnetic
- 1DD + 2BA
- Driver size
- 14.8 mm
- 10 mm
- Drivers per side
- 1
- 3
- Impedance
- 16 Ω
- 16 Ω
- Connector
- -
- 2-pin 0.78 mm
What reviewers said
Letshuoer S12 Ultra
The Letshuoer S12 Ultra is a wired in-ear monitor built around a single 14.8mm planar magnetic driver housed in a lightweight aluminum shell. It delivers the signature planar sound of the S12 line—fast, detailed, and punchy—in a refreshed design aimed at hi-fi enthusiasts. With a low 16-ohm impedance, it pairs easily with most sources, though it lacks any active noise cancellation.
- Pro:Fast, detailed planar sound with strong dynamics
- Pro:Lightweight and sturdy aluminum-alloy build
- Pro:Easy to drive thanks to low impedance
- Con:No noise cancellation or isolation features
- Con:Planar timbre may not suit all listeners
- Con:Cable and accessories are basic for the price
Tangzu FUDU VERSE 1
The FUDU VERSE 1 is a budget-friendly wired hybrid earphone that pairs a single 10 mm dynamic driver with two balanced-armature drivers for a compact three-driver setup. It aims to deliver a detailed and engaging hi-fi sound without breaking the bank, making it a solid choice for listeners seeking an affordable upgrade. With a low 16-ohm impedance and standard 0.78 mm two-pin connectors, it's easy to drive and compatible with most aftermarket cables.
- Pro:Affordable hybrid design with good detail retrieval
- Pro:Easy to drive thanks to low impedance
- Pro:Standard 2-pin connector allows for cable swapping
- Con:No noise cancellation, so isolation depends on tips
- Con:May require a good source to avoid sibilance
- Con:Not for bassheads seeking heavy sub-bass impact
Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.
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