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At a glance
- Brand
- Letshuoer
- Type
- Wired IEMs
- Fit
- -
- Connection
- Wired
- Noise cancelling
- No
- Released
- 2022
Score breakdowngreat overall
Sound7.8
Value7.3
A wired planar-magnetic IEM built around a custom 14.8mm planar driver. LETSHUOER describes it as a hi-fi earphone for music lovers seeking clarity, fast transients and extended treble.
The HearWiki takeAI-condensed
The Letshuoer S12 is a wired planar magnetic IEM that delivers standout resolution and detail for its price, with punchy bass and an energetic, bright-leaning tuning. Its technical performance, comfortable fit, and solid build make it a strong value, though it benefits from amplification and may sound bright to treble-sensitive listeners.
What works
- Excellent detail retrieval and resolving power
- Articulate bass with strong definition
- Energetic and engaging presentation
- Comfortable fit and quality cable
- Strong value under $200
What doesn't
- Bright tuning may fatigue some listeners
- Vocals can sound lean or thin
- Average soundstage size
- Benefits from a dedicated amplifier
Paraphrased from published reviews & specs - not an original hands-on test. Our AI disclosure.
Specifications
| Driver | 14.8 mm planar magnetic |
|---|---|
| Driver type | planar |
| Driver size | 14.8 mm |
| Impedance | 16 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 102 dB/mW |
Audio
| Driver | 14.8 mm planar magnetic |
|---|---|
| Driver type | planar |
| Driver size | 14.8 mm |
| Impedance | 16 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 102 dB/mW |
Design
| Weight | 12 g |
|---|
What the reviews said
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What YouTube reviewers say
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The consensus
Positiveacross 6 videosReviewers consistently praise the Letshuoer S12 for its excellent build quality, comfortable fit, and strong value, often calling it one of the best planar IEMs under $200.
Reviewers liked
- Excellent build quality and comfortable fit
- Fast, controlled bass with natural mids
- Strong value for the price, especially under $200
- Good technical performance and imaging for gaming
Reviewers flagged
- Treble can be bright or sibilant at high volumes
- Soundstage is average or not very open
- May require more power than typical IEMs
- Not a major upgrade over the SevenHertz Timeless for some
12:45LETSHUOER S12 PLANAR Earphones
The reviewer considers the Letshuoer S12 the best planar IEM currently available for the price, praising its build, fit, and overall tuning. While noting a slight treble emphasis that may not suit all listeners, he finds it a better value than the similar SevenHertz Timeless and recommends it for those new to planar earphones.
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11:54Letshuoer S12 2024 Review (One of My Favorite This Year)
The reviewer praises the Letshuoer S12 2024 Edition as one of their favorite IEMs of the year, highlighting its beautiful design, comfortable fit, and excellent tuning that works well for both music and gaming. They rate it a B+ for competitive gaming, noting strong imaging, depth perception, and separation, and consider it a fantastic package at $199.
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8:00LETSHUOER S12 : These Planars Are Kind Of Amazing!!
The reviewer highly recommends the Letshuoer S12 planar magnetic IEMs, praising their powerful bass, natural mids, and overall dynamic sound that excels across genres, movies, and gaming. They note the treble can be bright at high volumes and the soundstage is not the most open, but consider it one of the best IEMs under $500, especially at the current discounted price.
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19:12Letshuoer S12
The reviewer finds the Letshuoer S12 planar IEM to be a well-balanced, musical, and technically capable earphone that justifies its hype. It offers a fast, controlled bass, natural mids, and vibrant but safe treble, with good comfort and build quality. While the soundstage is average, the overall tuning and performance at its price point make it a strong recommendation, especially when paired with a good DAC.
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19:06in-Ear Fetish Review \\ Letshuoer S12 IEM (2024 Edition)
9/10The reviewer praises the Letshuoer S12 2024 Edition as a great-sounding planar IEM with a timeless design, comfortable fit, and a luxurious unboxing experience with many accessories. They note the tuning is essentially unchanged from the original S12, with a slight treble peak, but overall find it highly enjoyable and give it a 9 out of 10.
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15:40LETSHUOER S12 Review - Planar Greatness!
The reviewer finds the Letshuoer S12 to be a very good planar IEM for the price, offering excellent technical performance, fast bass, and clear mids and treble, though the treble can be bright and sibilant, and they benefit from more powerful sources. They recommend them, especially compared to pricier rivals like the Timeless, but note they are not perfect.
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