Letshuoer S08 VS Tipsy M1

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Letshuoer S08 and Tipsy M1 are in-ear monitors. Letshuoer S08 costs $99 while Tipsy M1 costs $99. Tipsy M1 holds a slight 0.4-point edge in reviewer scores (6.8 vs 7.2). Letshuoer S08 has significantly better treble with a 1.3-point edge, Tipsy M1 has significantly better dynamics with a 1-point edge and Tipsy M1 has slightly better soundstage with a 0.3-point edge.

Insights

Metric Letshuoer S08 Tipsy M1
Bass 6.5 7.2
Mids 6 6
Treble 6.3 5
Details 6.5 7.2
Soundstage 6.5 6.8
Imaging 6 7.2
Dynamics 6 7
Tonality 7 6.2
Technicalities 6.7 5
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Letshuoer S08 Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Fresh Reviews
Shuwa-T Super* Review Jays Audio Head-Fi.org
Jaytiss Kois Archive Z-Reviews
Audio Amigo

Average Reviewer Score:

6.8

Cautiously Favorable


Tipsy M1 Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Jaytiss Head-Fi.org

Average Reviewer Score:

7.2

Generally Favorable


Reviews Comparison

Tipsy M1 reviewed by Jaytiss

2025-09-03
Jaytiss 7.2 Reviewer Score
B Tuning
C+ Tech
Humpy, rich note weight, Dank. Needs strong dialing in with tips and high volume.
Youtube Video Summary

Tipsy M1 brings a novel bamboo-fiber diaphragm to the ~$99 bracket, wrapped in a tiny, lightweight shell with a metal nozzle, QDC connectors, venting, and a tidy accessory set (puck case, 6.3 mm adapter, labeled cable with a firm chin slider). The petite housing is a double-edged sword: comfort for small-ear fits, but seal and stability can be finicky and demand tip-rolling—sticky tips help. Build and finish are attractive (notably the green and the red/orange colorways), and the cable feels good if not “hyper-premium.”

Sonically, M1 leans into a thick, rich bass with a downward-sloping balance and agreeable mids; it benefits from being cranked and carefully dialed in. The FR shows a small dip around ~500 Hz, a solid bass shelf, and a fair amount of upper mids; while treble extension and micro-detail aren’t the star, the overall tonality is pleasant and cohesive. Versus its stablemates, it’s judged better than Star One, preferred over SPA 260 and Drummer (those trend hotter up top), and competitive against a crowded ~$100 field: sets like the Pula/Pool Unic trade comfort and accessories, Defiant offers a touch more mid-treble air, planars like S08 push detail and sparkle, while something “lean-clean” like Truthear Pure dials back bass/upper-mids.

What emerges is a fun, bass-forward single-DD with good dynamics, surprisingly tidy FR for its price, and a cautious recommendation for listeners who value warmth and musicality over ultimate air and incisive technicalities. It’s described as Tipsy’s strongest recent effort—a set that can occasionally underwhelm in treble finesse but, when the fit and power are right, delivers a sweet, engaging tonality and even a hint of soundstage expansion. Call it a competitive <$100 option that would shine even brighter with a more secure shell and a touch more top-end refinement.

Mids: B Treble: C+ Dynamics: A- Soundstage: B+

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Letshuoer S08 reviewed by Head-Fi.org

Head-Fi.org 6.6 * score rescaled + normalized
28 community members have rated the Letshuoer S08 at an average of 4.2/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Very Positive.

URL to full Review

Head-Fi.org original ranking

Tipsy M1 reviewed by Head-Fi.org

Head-Fi.org 7.2 * score rescaled + normalized
2 community members have rated the Tipsy M1 at an average of 4.5/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Outstanding.

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Letshuoer S08 (more reviews)

Letshuoer S08 reviewed by Audio Amigo

Audio Amigo 8 * score rescaled + normalized
Best tuned planar period. Works with everything. Great for low or high volumes.

Audio Amigo original ranking

Audio Amigo Youtube Channel

Letshuoer S08 reviewed by Kois Archive

Kois Archive 7.2 Reviewer Score
A+ Tuning
A+ Tech
Rating: A- | Value: ⭐⭐ | Comfort: 9 insane planar bass relaxed treble

Kois Archive original ranking

Kois Archive Youtube Channel

Letshuoer S08 reviewed by Z-Reviews

Z-Reviews 7 * score rescaled + normalized

Letshuoer S08 reviewed by Shuwa-T

Shuwa-T 6.3 Reviewer Score
B Tuning
B Tech
Warm tuning, really easy to listen to Treble isn't really well defined, separation between midrange and lower midrange isn't great either

Shuwa-T original ranking

Shuwa-T Website

Bass: B+ Mids: B Treble: B+ Soundstage: B Details: B+ Imaging: B

Letshuoer S08 reviewed by Super* Review

Super* Review 6* * score rescaled + normalized
A little bit thick and poofy in the bass. Aful Explorer is better option.

Super* Review original ranking

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Letshuoer S08 reviewed by Jays Audio

Jays Audio 6 Reviewer Score
A- Tuning
B+ Tech
More uniquely tuned than other planars. Tamer uppermids, not as energetic, but still with great bass separation and tech. Timbre is good.

Jays Audio original ranking

Jays Audio Youtube Channel

Letshuoer S08 reviewed by Fresh Reviews

Fresh Reviews 5.5* * The score of this reviewer influences only the Gaming Score

Letshuoer S08 User Review Score

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Letshuoer S08 Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

  • The gaming score is prioritizing technical capabilities of the IEM (Separation, Layering, Soundstage) and good value.

Gaming Score

6.8

Gaming Grade

B+

Tipsy M1 Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

  • The gaming score is prioritizing technical capabilities of the IEM (Separation, Layering, Soundstage) and good value.

Gaming Score

5.4

Gaming Grade

C+

Letshuoer S08 Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

A-
  • The tuning leans easygoing, yet occasional unevenness nudges it away from greatness. A bit of EQ polish can smooth things nicely.

Average Technical Grade

B+
  • Overall technicalities are acceptable, delivering enough clarity for casual sessions. Imaging is serviceable though not immersive.
Bass B+
Expect a solid thump that keeps the rhythm engaging yet controlled. Sub-bass presence is supportive, not overwhelming.
Mids B
The mids are articulate and well-balanced, lending body to instruments. Instrument layering remains stable.
Treble B
The top end is engaging and airy, yet never overbearing. Brass and strings feel energetic.
Dynamics B
It handles shifts in volume well, keeping transients lively and controlled. Quiet-to-loud transitions feel natural.
Soundstage B+
A satisfying balance of width and depth yields a stage that feels organized and engaging. Imaging lines up with the intended mix.
Details B+
You hear inner textures easily, even when the arrangement piles on layers. You can hear subtle studio effects.
Imaging B
Instrument boundaries feel well carved, avoiding smear or drift. Instrument outlines feel well-defined.
Gaming B+
Respectable environmental presentation favors atmosphere over precision. Detects obvious directional cues while conveying game world ambiance.

Tipsy M1 Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

B
  • Tonality is generally agreeable, though a few bumps remind you of its limits. Certain tracks spotlight its tonal quirks.

Average Technical Grade

C+
  • The presentation is steady if unspectacular, holding onto essential details when the music stays simple. Fine details occasionally slip through the cracks.
Mids B
The mids are articulate and well-balanced, lending body to instruments. Instrument layering remains stable.
Treble C+
Treble is decent, offering acceptable extension without harshness. It balances presence with a touch of restraint.
Dynamics A-
Expect excellent punch and micro-detail that render rhythmic shifts effortlessly. It keeps up with complex rhythmic swings.
Soundstage B+
Lateral spread stretches comfortably while front/back cues start to feel convincing. You can trace front-to-back movement.
Gaming C+
Fundamental left/right positioning with limited depth perception. Works for non-competitive gaming but lacks precision.

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