SIMGOT SUPERMIX 5

The reviewer finds the Simgot SuperMix 5 sounds good and is competitively priced, but is disappointed by the fit and comfort. The long nozzle and bulky shell cause a poor fit, and the bone conduction driver introduces annoying resonances and microphonics, making it unpleasant to wear. Overall, the sound quality is praised, but the physical and ergonomic issues are significant drawbacks.

The reviewer finds the Simgot SuperMix 5 to be a modest upgrade over the SuperMix 4, with the standout feature being a unique bone-conduction-driven resonant midbass that adds a vibrating sensation. However, they note that the 4.4mm termination makes the treble overly bright, and the higher price compared to the SuperMix 4 is hard to justify unless the bone conduction effect is a priority. Overall, they are happy with the IEM but feel it lacks significant improvements and treble detail for its price.

The reviewer compares the Supermix 5 to the Orchestra II for gaming, finding the Supermix 5 has better imaging and depth perception in Valorant but lacks the emphasis and urgency of the Orchestra II in Apex Legends and Call of Duty. Overall, the Supermix 5 is a solid performer for competitive FPS, especially Valorant, but its tuning is less engaging for other titles.

The reviewer finds the SIMGOT SUPERMIX 5 to be a clean, balanced, and versatile all-rounder with a smoother and more natural timbre than its predecessor, but criticizes its $220 price as too high given the modest technical performance and stiff competition. They recommend waiting for a sale or lowering the price to around $150-180 to be competitive.

The reviewer finds the SIMGOT SuperMix 5 to be a solid, comfortable IEM with a warm, V-shaped sound that improves on the SuperMix 4's treble harshness and offers better imaging and detail retrieval, especially for gaming. However, the differences from its predecessor are not huge, and the bone conduction driver introduces a noticeable vibration quirk when tapping the shell or talking. The reviewer would not upgrade from the SuperMix 4 but would choose the SuperMix 5 if buying new.