NiceHCK F1 Pro VS Letshuoer S12 Pro
IEM Comparison: Expert & Community Scores Side-by-Side
NiceHCK F1 Pro and Letshuoer S12 Pro are in-ear monitors. NiceHCK F1 Pro costs $90 while Letshuoer S12 Pro costs $160. Letshuoer S12 Pro is $70 more expensive. Letshuoer S12 Pro holds a slight 0.2-point edge in reviewer scores (6.2 vs 6.4). NiceHCK F1 Pro carries a user score of 8. NiceHCK F1 Pro has significantly better mids with a 1.2-point edge, NiceHCK F1 Pro has significantly better treble with a 2.2-point edge, NiceHCK F1 Pro has significantly better dynamics with a 4.7-point edge and NiceHCK F1 Pro has better soundstage with a 0.5-point edge.
Insights
| Metric | NiceHCK F1 Pro | Letshuoer S12 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Bass | 7.2 | 6.4 |
| Mids | 6.2 | 5 |
| Treble | 6.2 | 4 |
| Details | 7.6 | 6.4 |
| Soundstage | 6.5 | 6 |
| Imaging | 6.6 | 6.4 |
| Dynamics | 5.7 | 1 |
| Tonality | 6 | 5.8 |
| Technicalities | 6.9 | 5.8 |
NiceHCK F1 Pro Aggregated Review Score
Average Reviewer Scores
Average Reviewer Score:
6.2Mixed to Positive
Letshuoer S12 Pro Aggregated Review Score
Average Reviewer Scores
Average Reviewer Score:
6.4Mixed to Positive
Reviews Comparison
NiceHCK F1 Pro reviewed by Jays Audio
6
Reviewer Score
Jays Audio Youtube Channel
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Letshuoer S12 Pro reviewed by Jays Audio
6
Reviewer Score
NiceHCK F1 Pro reviewed by Jaytiss
5.3
Reviewer Score
Jaytiss Youtube Channel
Letshuoer S12 Pro reviewed by Jaytiss
4.5
Reviewer Score
Jaytiss Youtube Channel
NiceHCK F1 Pro (more reviews)
NiceHCK F1 Pro reviewed by ATechReviews
7.3
* Score computed by IEMRanking.com
Youtube Video Summary
The NICEHCK F1 Pro is presented as a compact planar IEM with very light CNC machined shells, a spacious carrying case and a surprisingly premium 4.4 cable, all for around 100 dollars. Build, fit and comfort are described as superb, with the small earpieces sitting securely and the stock upgraded tips and cable meaning there is no real need to spend extra on accessories. Overall package quality and attention to detail feel closer to more expensive competitors, which strongly boosts perceived value.
Sonically the tuning is broadly balanced with a clear focus on mid bass, while sub bass shows a noticeable roll off that reduces deep rumble on dedicated test tracks. Mid bass is described as excellent, detailed and hard hitting, but also slightly overemphasized, adding a bit of bleed into lower mids and giving some male and female vocals a thicker, more bass dominated character. Upper mids and upper treble push vocals and cymbals forward, creating very good clarity and air together with higher than average detail, but also introducing occasional vocal sibilance that can be tamed with foam or different tips.
Technical performance is strong for the price, with higher than average detail retrieval, a soundstage that is wider than many peers and an easy to drive planar driver that remains controlled and snappy even from low gain sources. Imaging and dynamics sit around average, and sets like the Z12 still stand out for superior positional precision and slightly better sub bass extension, but F1 Pro counters with a better cable, more comfortable fit and wider stage. As an overall package around 100 dollars it is portrayed as a genuine market changer that can replace many higher priced planar IEMs, becoming an obvious recommendation between 100 and 200 dollars despite its minor sub bass roll off and vocal sibilance.
ATechReviews Youtube Channel
NiceHCK F1 Pro reviewed by Paul Wasabii
6.3
* Score computed by IEMRanking.com
Youtube Video Summary
NiceHCK F1 Pro is presented as a straightforward affordable planar that delivers the classic planar experience at a lower price point. The shell and cable are solid and the overall tuning sits in the same family as sets like Timeless and S12, with a bright, lean tilt, speedy transient response and very articulate, detailed presentation that clearly shows off the technical capability of the driver.
The bass level is generally acceptable but tuned on the lighter side, giving impact that can feel flatter and shallower than expected, while the mids come across lighter in weight with vocals that sound smaller and a bit more distant than ideal. Treble has a slight extra boost that adds clarity and detail without completely dominating, but together with the leaner mid bass it pushes the whole signature toward a brighter, less natural tonality, with a stage that has decent space yet can feel somewhat flat and lacking depth.
Where the F1 Pro stands out is in how well the driver responds to EQ. Adding sub bass and mid bass and trimming a bit of treble makes the set sound fuller and more impactful, brings the mids forward, and takes some of the planar timbre edge off, nudging the response closer to a more natural or even Harman inspired shape. For listeners who enjoy a brighter, leaner planar sound and are willing to EQ, F1 Pro offers much of the technical performance of the classic planar gang at a more accessible price, even if the stock tuning is not the most universally friendly.
Paul Wasabii Youtube Channel
NiceHCK F1 Pro reviewed by Tim Tuned
6
Reviewer Score
NiceHCK F1 Pro reviewed by Gizaudio Axel
6
Reviewer Score
Letshuoer S12 Pro (more reviews)
Letshuoer S12 Pro reviewed by Audionotions
6.5
Reviewer Score
Letshuoer S12 Pro reviewed by
Fresh Reviews
5*
* The score of this reviewer influences only the Gaming
Score
Letshuoer S12 Pro reviewed by Head-Fi.org
8.5
* score rescaled + normalized
NiceHCK F1 Pro Details
Driver Configuration:
Tuning Type: n/a
Brand: NiceHCK Top NiceHCK IEMs
Price (Msrp): $90
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Letshuoer S12 Pro Details
Driver Configuration: 1Planar
Tuning Type: n/a
Brand: Letshuoer Top Letshuoer IEMs
Price (Msrp): $160
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NiceHCK F1 Pro User Review Score
Average User Scores
Average User Score:
Based on 2 user reviews
8Very Positive
Letshuoer S12 Pro User Review Score
Average User Scores
Average User Score: n/a
Based on 0 user reviews
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NiceHCK F1 Pro Gaming Score
Gaming Score & Grade
- The gaming score is prioritizing technical capabilities of the IEM (Separation, Layering, Soundstage) and good value.
Gaming Score
6.6Gaming Grade
B+Letshuoer S12 Pro Gaming Score
Gaming Score & Grade
- The gaming score is prioritizing technical capabilities of the IEM (Separation, Layering, Soundstage) and good value.
Gaming Score
5.3Gaming Grade
C+NiceHCK F1 Pro Scorings
Average Technical & Tuning Grades
Average Tunign Grade
B- 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+- It offers a competent showing, maintaining cohesion on straightforward arrangements. Complex passages start to challenge it, but never derail the show.
Letshuoer S12 Pro Scorings
Average Technical & Tuning Grades
Average Tunign Grade
B-- Expect a friendly tonal balance that could use polish but remains inviting. Great for casual listening, less so for purists.
Average Technical Grade
B-- The presentation is steady if unspectacular, holding onto essential details when the music stays simple. Fine details occasionally slip through the cracks.
NiceHCK F1 Pro User Reviews
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You need to be signed in to write your own reviewHarman 2019 Tuning.
Pros
Good technicalities,Great clarity, Great image, Good details, Bass precise, Bright treble.Cons
Sometimes Noisy, Sometimes very bright.Came from the Tri i3 MK3, which was amazing for female vocals but too thin for everything else. The F1 Pro feels fuller and more balanced while keeping clarity. Symbolic by Death sounded open and detailed
Pros
Excellent balance between bass and clarity, great separation and soundstage. Fast and controlled bass with good punch, natural mids (somehow), and "smooth" treble (overall). Comfortable and easy to play with my Fosi Q4.Cons
Think I need to hear a better IEM to know what could be improved lolLetshuoer S12 Pro User Reviews
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