Unique Melody MEST mkII VS Ultimate Ears Live
IEM Comparison: Expert & Community Scores Side-by-Side
Unique Melody MEST mkII and Ultimate Ears Live use 1DD+4BA+2EST+1BC and 1DD+6BA driver setups respectively. Unique Melody MEST mkII costs $1,500 while Ultimate Ears Live costs $2,200. Ultimate Ears Live is $700 more expensive. Unique Melody MEST mkII holds a decisive 4.1-point edge in reviewer scores (8.1 vs 4). Unique Melody MEST mkII carries a user score of 7.5.
Insights
| Metric | Unique Melody MEST mkII | Ultimate Ears Live |
|---|---|---|
| Bass | 8.1 | 4 |
| Mids | 7.5 | 4 |
| Treble | 7.1 | 4 |
| Details | 8.2 | 4 |
| Soundstage | 8 | 4 |
| Imaging | 7.5 | 4 |
| Dynamics | 7 | 4 |
| Tonality | 7.5 | 4 |
| Technicalities | 8 | 4 |
Unique Melody MEST mkII Aggregated Review Score
Average Reviewer Scores
Average Reviewer Score:
8.1Very Positive
Ultimate Ears Live Aggregated Review Score
Average Reviewer Scores
Average Reviewer Score:
4Unfavorable
Reviews Comparison
Unique Melody MEST mkII reviewed by Crin
6.5
Reviewer Score
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Ultimate Ears Live reviewed by Crin
4
Reviewer Score
Unique Melody MEST mkII (more reviews)
Unique Melody MEST mkII reviewed by Super* Review
10*
* score rescaled + normalized
Unique Melody MEST mkII reviewed by Yifang
8.5
Reviewer Score
Unique Melody MEST mkII reviewed by Jays Audio
8.5
Reviewer Score
Youtube Video Summary
UM MEST MKII delivers a distinctly sub-bass-oriented low end with excellent speed, separation, and texture. Mid-bass is punchy but avoids bloat, keeping the presentation clean and avoiding bleed. The unconventional decision to keep the 1–5 kHz region flatter and push energy into 5–15 kHz pays off: vocals stay open, natural, and clear—reminiscent of Variations but with a cleaner, leaner midrange and a more refined overall balance.
The stage is impressively wide and expansive—on the level of sets like Z1R and U12t—yet with notably better vocals. Treble is well-extended, slightly aggressive in a good way, and highly resolving, rendering micro-details with ease without tipping into artificial sharpness. As a result, technical ability—clarity, separation, and imaging—is top tier, making dense tracks feel effortless while still bringing energy and excitement to hip-hop and retaining emotional nuance for ballads.
In sum, MEST MKII stands out as a true all-rounder “endgame” that justifies its $1,500 tag more convincingly than most. Notable comparisons place it a step above sets like Meteor, Mahina, and Variations for the mix of enjoyment and technicalities, though value hunters may note EJ07M achieves roughly “90%” of the experience at a fraction of the price. The only caveat: treble can become too lively at very loud volumes (80 dB+), but at normal listening levels, MEST MKII remains a compelling benchmark for its category.
Jays Audio Youtube Channel
Unique Melody MEST mkII reviewed by Audionotions
8.5
Reviewer Score
Unique Melody MEST mkII reviewed by Shuwa-T
8
Reviewer Score
Unique Melody MEST mkII reviewed by Nymz
7.6
Reviewer Score
Unique Melody MEST mkII reviewed by Precogvision
7.1
Reviewer Score
Precogvision Youtube Channel
Unique Melody MEST mkII reviewed by Tim Tuned
7
Reviewer Score
Tim Tuned Youtube Channel
Unique Melody MEST mkII reviewed by
Fresh Reviews
5.5*
* The score of this reviewer influences only the Gaming
Score
Unique Melody MEST mkII reviewed by Head-Fi.org
8.9
* score rescaled + normalized
Unique Melody MEST mkII Details
Driver Configuration: 1DD+4BA+2EST+1BC
Tuning Type: Warm, V-Shaped
Brand: Unique Melody Top Unique Melody IEMs
Price (Msrp): $1,500
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Ultimate Ears Live Details
Driver Configuration: 1DD+6BA
Tuning Type: Warm
Price (Msrp): $2,200
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Unique Melody MEST mkII User Review Score
Average User Scores
Average User Score:
Based on 1 user reviews
7.5Strongly Favorable
Ultimate Ears Live User Review Score
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Unique Melody MEST mkII Gaming Score
Gaming Score & Grade
- The gaming score is prioritizing technical capabilities of the IEM (Separation, Layering, Soundstage) and good value.
Gaming Score
6.8Gaming Grade
B+Ultimate Ears Live Gaming Score
Gaming Score & Grade
- The gaming score is prioritizing technical capabilities of the IEM (Separation, Layering, Soundstage) and good value.
Gaming Score
2.5Gaming Grade
D-Unique Melody MEST mkII Scorings
Average Technical & Tuning Grades
Average Tunign Grade
A- Expect an inviting tonal blend that adapts well to genres while staying largely composed. It strikes a nice blend of warmth and clarity.
Average Technical Grade
A+- Overall technical control is strong, presenting instruments with clarity and sensible staging. Textures are portrayed with satisfying clarity.
Ultimate Ears Live Scorings
Average Technical & Tuning Grades
Average Tunign Grade
C-- It struggles with balance, producing a lumpy response that rarely sounds coherent. Genre hopping highlights glaring inconsistencies.
Average Technical Grade
C-- Textural information blurs together, making the stage feel pinched and gray. Instrument edges blur together frequently.
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