Shanling ME500
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At a glance
- Brand
- Shanling
- Type
- Wired IEMs
- Fit
- -
- Connection
- Wired
- Noise cancelling
- No
- Released
- 2019
The Shanling ME500 is a universal in-ear monitor featuring a hybrid triple-driver design with a balanced, warm sound signature. It is priced at $269 and offers a comfortable, solid brass build with MMCX connectors.
The HearWiki takeAI-condensed
The Shanling ME500 is a wired universal IEM with a hybrid triple-driver setup, delivering a balanced and warm sound. Its solid brass construction and MMCX connectors provide durability and flexibility for cable swapping, making it a solid choice for audiophiles on a budget.
What works
- Balanced, warm sound signature
- Sturdy brass build quality
- Detachable MMCX cables
- Good value for a triple-driver hybrid
- Comfortable fit for extended listening
What doesn't
- No inline controls or microphone
- Lacks active noise cancellation
- No app support or EQ customization
- Requires separate cable for balanced use
Paraphrased from published reviews & specs - not an original hands-on test. Our AI disclosure.
Specifications
| Driver | 3-driver hybrid |
|---|---|
| Driver type | hybrid |
| Drivers per side | 3 |
| Frequency response | 20 Hz - 40 kHz |
| Impedance | 18 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 111 dB/mW |
Audio
| Driver | 3-driver hybrid |
|---|---|
| Driver type | hybrid |
| Drivers per side | 3 |
| Frequency response | 20 Hz - 40 kHz |
| Impedance | 18 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 111 dB/mW |
Features
| Active noise cancelling | No |
|---|---|
| ANC type | none |
| Transparency mode | No |
| Companion app | No |
| Custom EQ | No |
| Wear detection | No |
| Controls | none |
Design
| Water resistance | none |
|---|---|
| Detachable cable | Yes |
| USB-C | No |
| Connector | MMCX |
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