Penon Serial VS Letshuoer S15

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Penon Serial and Letshuoer S15 are in-ear monitors. Penon Serial costs $300 while Letshuoer S15 costs $329. Letshuoer S15 is $29 more expensive. Letshuoer S15 holds a decisive 1.2-point edge in reviewer scores (6.2 vs 7.4). Letshuoer S15 has better bass with a 0.5-point edge, Letshuoer S15 has significantly better mids with a 2.2-point edge, Letshuoer S15 has significantly better treble with a 1.8-point edge, Letshuoer S15 has significantly better dynamics with a 2-point edge, Letshuoer S15 has better soundstage with a 0.8-point edge, Letshuoer S15 has significantly better details with a 2.5-point edge and Letshuoer S15 has significantly better imaging with a 3-point edge.

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Metric Penon Serial Letshuoer S15
Bass 6 6.5
Mids 5.3 7.5
Treble 4.7 6.5
Details 4 6.5
Soundstage 6 6.8
Imaging 4 7
Dynamics 4 6
Tonality 5.1 7
Technicalities 4.3 7.1
Take these comparisons with a grain of salt—we don't have enough Letshuoer S15 reviews saved yet to provide an unbiased result.

Penon Serial Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Nymz
Fresh Reviews Jaytiss
Bad Guy Good Audio
Head-Fi.org

Average Reviewer Score:

6.2

Mixed to Positive

Letshuoer S15 Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Shuwa-T Jays Audio
Jaytiss Head-Fi.org

Average Reviewer Score:

7.4

Generally Favorable

Reviews Comparison

Penon Serial reviewed by Jaytiss

Jaytiss 5.3 Reviewer Score
C- Tuning
C- Tech
Lacks in bass, low pinna gain, but overall not bad, just expensive.

Jaytiss original ranking

Jaytiss Youtube Channel
Mids: C+ Treble: C- Dynamics: C- Soundstage: B

Letshuoer S15 reviewed by Jaytiss

2025-07-16
Jaytiss 8 Reviewer Score
A- Tuning
A- Tech
Nice Clarity, good detail. I feel it should have got more love.

Jaytiss original ranking

Jaytiss Youtube Channel
Mids: A+ Treble: A- Dynamics: B Soundstage: A-

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Penon Serial reviewed by Head-Fi.org

Head-Fi.org 8.3 * score rescaled + normalized
8 community members have rated the Penon Serial at an average of 4.4/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Excellent.

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Head-Fi.org original ranking

Letshuoer S15 reviewed by Head-Fi.org

Head-Fi.org 8.3 * score rescaled + normalized
21 community members have rated the LETSHUOER S15 at an average of 4.4/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Excellent.

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Head-Fi.org original ranking

Penon Serial (more reviews)

Penon Serial reviewed by Bad Guy Good Audio

Bad Guy Good Audio 7.1 Reviewer Score
A- Tuning
C+ Tech
Pleasing tonality. great timbre, scales up, great sense of dynamics Caps look like Bill Cosby sweater.

Bad Guy Good Audio original ranking

Bad Guy Good Audio Youtube Channel
Bass: A- Mids: A- Treble: A-

Penon Serial reviewed by Fresh Reviews

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

Fresh Reviews Youtube Channel

Penon Serial reviewed by Nymz

Nymz 4 Reviewer Score
C- Tuning
C- Tech
Two units, both have audible channel imbalance. Stage width is average but lacks height and depth. Treble is on the darker side with some 5k energy. Mid bass is a bit too much but good slam. Shows incoherence signs.

Nymz original ranking

Nymz Website

Bass: C+ Mids: C- Treble: D Details: C- Imaging: C-

Letshuoer S15 (more reviews)

Letshuoer S15 reviewed by Shuwa-T

Shuwa-T 6.6 Reviewer Score
B+ Tuning
B+ Tech
Warmer tuned planar with less emphasis on the lower treble; easier to listen to for longer periods Still plagued by planar timbre, overall clarity takes a hit from warmer signature, slight subbass rolloff to my ears

Shuwa-T original ranking

Shuwa-T Website

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

Letshuoer S15 reviewed by Jays Audio

Jays Audio 6.5 Reviewer Score
A Tuning
A Tech
YouTube video thumbnail
Neutral and laid back tuning. Great layering and separation and resolution. Great treble extension and air without being too sharp and light like other planar iems. Bass is also not light and floaty, and doesn't feel like planar bass - not slamming, but tight and well-textured. Vocals are laid back, but not too pushed back although it's not the most extended and powerful, but works very-well as a neutral set. Nice and open staging, and is the direct upgrade to the Hexa and Sonus. Very good safe all-rounder.
Youtube Video Summary

Letshuoer S15 takes the planar recipe in a more natural, neutral direction, dialing back the upper-mids/treble glare that made earlier S12 variants feel “planar.” The result is a heavier note weight, smoother edges, and a timbre closer to a good dynamic driver—without the etched, floaty thinness common to many planars. Vocals sit forward with less Harman-style shout, bass carries satisfying sub-bass rumble with tight mid-bass separation thanks to planar speed, and overall fatigue is low. The trade-off is a presentation that’s more relaxed than hyped: treble sparkle and micro-detail aren’t spotlighted, and those craving sizzle may find it a touch polite.

Against its siblings, S15 is the cleanest, most neutral option—more open and balanced than the darker, ultra-chill S08, and more refined/grounded than older S12 iterations that pushed treble energy. The newer S12 2024 brings back liveliness and air while staying smoother than previous S12s, but S15 remains the pick for a reference-leaning planar with convincing timbre. It costs a bit more than S12 2024, yet what you’re paying for is timbre quality, note density, and a fatigue-free listen that still carries enough low-end punch. For listeners prioritizing naturalness over fireworks, S15 feels like the most mature expression of Letshuoer’s planar line.

Jays Audio original ranking

Jays Audio Youtube Channel

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Penon Serial Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

4.6

Gaming Grade

C

Letshuoer S15 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+

Penon Serial Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

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

Average Technical Grade

C-
  • Textural information blurs together, making the stage feel pinched and gray. Instrument edges blur together frequently.
Bass B
You get a lively bass response that balances energy with discipline. It balances punch with respectable control.
Mids C+
The region sounds agreeable overall, delivering clarity without flashiness. Slight warmth keeps things easy-going.
Treble C
Highs are present enough yet carry a bit of grain and splash. Busy mixes can still feel a bit splashy.
Dynamics C-
It maintains a steady dynamic profile that neither offends nor inspires. Swells arrive but lack drama.
Soundstage B
You can map the ensemble with confidence thanks to solid spacing and coherent depth layering. Ambient effects feel believable.
Details C-
Nothing sounds offensive, yet nothing is etched sharply enough to captivate detail lovers. It's fine for casual listening sessions.
Imaging C-
You can tell where things generally sit, though exact locations feel blurred. Center vocals sit mostly where expected.
Gaming C
Minimal environmental definition provides only general audio cues. Suitable for games where positioning isn't critical. Value-to-cost may not be optimal for gaming-focused users.

Letshuoer S15 Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

A-
  • A smooth, agreeable balance keeps the presentation engaging without obvious flaws. Only sensitive ears will nitpick the bumps.

Average Technical Grade

A-
  • Technical chops are reliable, pairing tidy separation with a soundstage that stays conservative. Micro-detail is decent, though never spotlighted.
Bass B+
The bass brings healthy impact, complementing mixes without overpowering them. It keeps up with faster passages cleanly.
Mids A
It delivers an excellent midrange that feels vibrant and true to life. It balances clarity with natural smoothness.
Treble B+
Highs sound lively and extended while remaining controlled. Detail retrieval keeps shimmer intact.
Dynamics B
Dynamic expression is good, delivering solid impact and convincing contrast. Percussion lands with convincing weight.
Soundstage B+
Lateral spread stretches comfortably while front/back cues start to feel convincing. You can trace front-to-back movement.
Details B+
Good resolution with clear articulation of nuances that keeps complex passages intelligible. Micro-details pop without sounding forced.
Imaging A-
Spatial cues respond immediately, reflecting every movement in the mix. Spatial cues respond instantly to the mix.
Gaming B+
Respectable environmental presentation favors atmosphere over precision. Detects obvious directional cues while conveying game world ambiance. Value-to-cost may not be optimal for gaming-focused users.

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