Ziigaat Lush VS Letshuoer S12
IEM Comparison: Expert & Community Scores Side-by-Side
Ziigaat Lush and Letshuoer S12 use 1DD+4BA and 1Planar driver setups respectively. Ziigaat Lush costs $180 while Letshuoer S12 costs $150. Ziigaat Lush is $30 more expensive. Ziigaat Lush holds a clear 0.6-point edge in reviewer scores (6.8 vs 6.2). Letshuoer S12 has better bass with a 0.5-point edge, Ziigaat Lush has significantly better mids with a 1.2-point edge, Ziigaat Lush has significantly better treble with a 1.2-point edge, Ziigaat Lush has significantly better dynamics with a 5-point edge and Ziigaat Lush has better soundstage with a 0.8-point edge.
Insights
| Metric | Ziigaat Lush | Letshuoer S12 |
|---|---|---|
| Bass | 7 | 7.5 |
| Mids | 7.5 | 6.3 |
| Treble | 6.5 | 5.3 |
| Details | 6.8 | 7 |
| Soundstage | 7 | 6.3 |
| Imaging | 6.8 | 6.5 |
| Dynamics | 6 | 1 |
| Tonality | 6.8 | 6.1 |
| Technicalities | 7 | 5.9 |
Ziigaat Lush Aggregated Review Score
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Ziigaat Lush Details
Driver Configuration: 1DD+4BA
Tuning Type: n/a
Brand: ZiiGaat Top ZiiGaat IEMs
Price (Msrp): $180
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Letshuoer S12 Details
Driver Configuration: 1Planar
Tuning Type: V-shape
Brand: Letshuoer Top Letshuoer IEMs
Price (Msrp): $150
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Ziigaat Lush User Review Score
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Ziigaat Lush Gaming Score
Gaming Score & Grade
- The gaming score is prioritizing technical capabilities of the IEM (Separation, Layering, Soundstage) and good value.
Gaming Score
7.1Gaming Grade
A-Letshuoer S12 Gaming Score
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Gaming Score
6.2Gaming Grade
BZiigaat Lush Scorings
Average Technical & Tuning Grades
Average Tunign Grade
B+- Generally enjoyable tonal character with some noticeable unevenness. Maintains listenability while showing room for refinement in frequency balance.
Average Technical Grade
A-- Competent technical presentation. Handles separation and detail well in most tracks, with modest soundstage and acceptable imaging capabilities.
Letshuoer S12 Scorings
Average Technical & Tuning Grades
Average Tunign Grade
B- Generally enjoyable tonal character with some noticeable unevenness. Maintains listenability while showing room for refinement in frequency balance.
Average Technical Grade
B-- Satisfactory technical performance. Handles basic detail retrieval adequately in most tracks. Maintains reasonable cohesion in simpler arrangements.
Ziigaat Lush Reviews
8
Reviewer Score
As of 4/21/25, these are my pick for best value in IEMs and also one of the best implementations of the JM21 meta. Everything sounds right. Bass quantity is just right with decent quality - there is a good amount of physicality and it doesn't overwhem. Mids are tasteful - perhaps slightly laid back but not egregiously so. Treble is well extended and very smooth. It won't wow anyone looking for a very large stage but it is on the larger size. Dynamics and transients are pretty good on this set, lending to a pretty good sense of instrument separation and imaging. Personally, I would like a little bit more elevation in the mids to upper mid range to make it a bit more snappy and engaging but as is, the tuning makes for an excellent all-day IEM. One thing to note is that build quality is a bit lacking and the packaging/accessories are fit for a $20 IEM. Previously Owned
7.5
Reviewer Score
Mid mid focused set, I dig it. Jaytiss Youtube Channel
7
Reviewer Score
A cleaner more technical AFUL Explorer with a more open sense of space and airier treble. High volume set. Very smooth and balanced at higher scaling - has a "Lush" and full sound. Mid-volume sounds kinda anemic and too inoffensive, wouldn't rec at lower volumes unless you're using as background music while working, but very immersive with scaling like the Odyssey, but less v and more chill. Jays Audio Youtube Channel
6
Reviewer Score
Very niche relaxed tuning Too compressed sounding for me Tim Tuned Youtube Channel
6*
* The score of this reviewer influences only the Gaming Score
The Ziigaat Arcanis and Lush IEMs offer distinct flavors at their price points, both featuring resin builds with eye-catching faceplates—sparkly green for the Arcanis and silver-black for the Lush. Fit is familiar to other Ziigaat models, and accessories include a basic cable, ear tips, and carrying pouch. Sonically, the Arcanis delivers a holographic, punchy presentation with emphasized sub-bass and upper mids, making footsteps, slides, and distant gunfire pop with urgency. The Lush leans darker and smoother, relaxing upper mids to tame gunfire harshness while maintaining clean bass and excellent separation.
For gaming, performance varies by title. In Valorant and CS2, the Lush shines with precise imaging and a smoother, fatigue-free experience—gunfire feels controlled without sacrificing detail. The Arcanis excels in COD, where its aggressive tuning highlights critical cues like footsteps and slides with greater potency. However, in Apex Legends, the Lush’s relaxed profile struggles with subtle audio cues (e.g., light taps or shield cells), earning a B rating. The Arcanis fares better (B+) with superior depth reads and emphasis on environmental sounds, though complex fights can overwhelm its separation compared to top-tier sets like the Mangird Tea Pro.
Ultimately, the Arcanis is a versatile all-rounder, slightly favored for both music and most gaming scenarios. The Lush carves a niche for smooth, non-fatiguing sessions in Valorant/CS2, filling a unique spot in Ziigaat’s lineup. Both IEMs offer exceptional resolution and layering for their prices, but the choice hinges on preference: the Arcanis for its energetic clarity, or the Lush for its refined, relaxed signature.
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Nice take on new-meta tuning. A little bit more relaxed but nice.Super* Review original ranking
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Ziigaat Lush lands at $180 with a hybrid 1DD + 4BA setup and the brand’s familiar accessories: a slim case, silicone tips (S/M/L), and one foam pair. The cable is lightweight but tangly, and the all-plastic shells feel light yet a bit cheap. Fit is stable yet not ideal— the long nozzle can bottom out, tip selection becomes important, and there’s some driver flex. Aesthetics are decent, though the logo and overall build leave room for improvement.
Sonically, this is a “new meta” take: fuller lower mids, relaxed upper mids, and laid-back treble that can read a touch dark. The tonality is warm, smooth, and low-contrast; vocals sit a bit back and busy mixes can feel smoothed over. Treble avoids sharpness but can be inconsistent (sometimes blurred, sometimes a little chunky), and overall incisiveness depends heavily on tip choice. Bass isn’t overblown on the graph, yet comes across stronger in practice because the top end is subdued—impact is fine, definition is average. Imaging isn’t razor-sharp, though the stage can feel surprisingly wide.
Against peers, EPZ P50 sounds more contrasty with tighter bass, crisper treble, better imaging, and much better comfort. Kiwi Ears K4 brings more sparkle and sharper imaging (bass can dominate at times), again with superior fit. A cheaper alt, the AFUL Explorer, offers a similarly laid-back vibe with tighter bass, more consistent/airy treble, and an easier fit. Net: Lush is a pleasant, relaxed alternative for the treble-sensitive, but build and comfort hold it back. Rating: 3/5.
Letshuoer S12 Reviews
8*
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7.2
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6.8
Reviewer Score
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6.5*
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Great package and some titles arguably A-Fresh Reviews original ranking
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6
Reviewer Score
The most refined S12 to date. Smoothest treble out of all the S12, and very little Planar timbre while keeping up the great tech and detail. Jays Audio Youtube Channel
6
Reviewer Score
Planar with the most "wow" factor. Spacious heead stage Treble can be too much Tim Tuned Youtube Channel
5.5
Reviewer Score
Very energetic. Very detailed. Very bright. Noticeable recession in mids - it is V-shaped after all. Planar timbre is quite noticeable and can sometimes make this sound unnatural. Previously Owned
3.8
Reviewer Score
I think the s12 is fine, the pro and z12 don't add too much value Jaytiss Youtube Channel
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