Unique Melody MEST MK3 VS qdc 8PRO

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Unique Melody MEST MK3 and qdc 8PRO use 1DD+4BA+4EST+1BC and 8BA driver setups respectively. Unique Melody MEST MK3 costs $1,900 while qdc 8PRO costs $1,540. Unique Melody MEST MK3 is $360 more expensive. Unique Melody MEST MK3 holds a slight 0.1-point edge in reviewer scores (8 vs 7.9). qdc 8PRO has significantly better bass with a 1-point edge, Unique Melody MEST MK3 has better mids with a 0.5-point edge, qdc 8PRO has better treble with a 0.5-point edge, qdc 8PRO has better dynamics with a 0.5-point edge and qdc 8PRO has better details with a 0.5-point edge.

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Metric Unique Melody MEST MK3 qdc 8PRO
Bass 7 8
Mids 8 7.5
Treble 7.5 8
Details 7.5 8
Imaging 8 8
Dynamics 7.5 8
Tonality 7.4 7.8
Technicalities 8.2 8
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Unique Melody MEST MK3 Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Gizaudio Axel
Smirk Audio
Yifang Jays Audio
Head-Fi.org

Average Reviewer Score:

8

Very Positive

qdc 8PRO Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Smirk Audio

Average Reviewer Score:

7.9

Strongly Favorable

Reviews Comparison

Unique Melody MEST MK3 reviewed by Smirk Audio

Smirk Audio 7.6 Reviewer Score
A Tuning
A Tech
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Smirk Audio Head-Fi Profile

Bass: A- Mids: A+ Treble: A Dynamics: A Details: A Imaging: A+

qdc 8PRO reviewed by Smirk Audio

Smirk Audio 7.9 Reviewer Score
A Tuning
A+ Tech
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Smirk Audio Head-Fi Profile

Bass: A+ Mids: A Treble: A+ Dynamics: A+ Details: A+ Imaging: A+

Unique Melody MEST MK3 (more reviews)

Unique Melody MEST MK3 reviewed by Yifang

Yifang 8.5 Reviewer Score
A+ Tuning
S- Tech
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Unique Melody MEST MK3 reviewed by Jays Audio

Jays Audio 8.5 Reviewer Score
S- Tuning
S Tech
A more neutral/slightly warm MEST MK2, less aggresive, easier to the ears, same technicalities. A little overpriced ngl.

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Unique Melody MEST MK3 reviewed by Gizaudio Axel

Gizaudio Axel 6.5 Reviewer Score
B- Tuning
A Tech
A safe tuning. Holographic soundstage. Relaxed upper mids and treble. Overall detail.

Gizaudio Axel original ranking

Gizaudio Axel Youtube Channel

Unique Melody MEST MK3 reviewed by Head-Fi.org

Head-Fi.org 9 * score rescaled + normalized
16 community members have rated the Unique Melody MEST MKIII at an average of 4.8/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Exceptional.

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Unique Melody MEST MK3 User Review Score

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Unique Melody MEST MK3 Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

6.4

Gaming Grade

B

qdc 8PRO Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

6.4

Gaming Grade

B

Unique Melody MEST MK3 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+
  • The tuning feels expertly organized, marrying agile dynamics with well-defined spatial cues. Technical listeners will appreciate the poise.
Bass A-
Bass is strong and well-defined, delivering slam with admirable control. Electronic drops hit with authority.
Mids A+
Expect an immersive mid band where every vocal inflection and texture shines. Complex arrangements stay perfectly composed.
Treble A
It provides outstanding treble finesse, balancing brightness and control gracefully. It's engaging yet remarkably controlled.
Dynamics A
The system snaps into action with precision, highlighting every swell. Recordings feel energetic and alive.
Details A
Low-level information blossoms, presenting a rich tapestry of articulate sound. Analytical listeners will be delighted.
Imaging A+
Instruments feel carved into space with unwavering positional stability. Instruments occupy palpable coordinates.
Gaming B
Decent spatial awareness for fundamental positioning. Creates satisfying atmosphere in story-driven games while handling basic directional cues. Bad value-to-cost for gaming purpose - not recommended

qdc 8PRO Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

A
  • Tuning feels well executed, keeping a natural flow across the spectrum. Switching genres feels seamless.

Average Technical Grade

A+
  • A very capable technical display delivers articulate layers and poised imaging. It portrays reverbs and echoes with confidence.
Bass A+
You hear powerful yet disciplined low-end slam that extends effortlessly. It marries sub-bass depth with great texture.
Mids A
The mids sound lush and articulate, capturing emotion effortlessly. Strings and keys shimmer with realism.
Treble A+
Expect a radiant top end that paints every sparkle with precision. Harmonics soar without turning edgy.
Dynamics A+
Dynamic range is superb, blending powerful impact with nuanced control. It captures both whisper and roar effortlessly.
Details A+
No subtlety is too small; the presentation exposes it all with composure. Complex tracks remain crystal clear.
Imaging A+
The stage breathes like a real environment, surrounding you with believable depth. There's a strong sensation of physical space.
Gaming B
Decent spatial awareness for fundamental positioning. Creates satisfying atmosphere in story-driven games while handling basic directional cues. Bad value-to-cost for gaming purpose - not recommended

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