Unique Melody MEXT VS Unique Melody MEST

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Unique Melody MEXT and Unique Melody MEST use 1DD+4BA+1BC and 1DD+4BA+2EST+1BC driver setups respectively. Unique Melody MEXT costs $1,200 while Unique Melody MEST costs $1,000. Unique Melody MEXT is $200 more expensive. Unique Melody MEST holds a decisive 1.2-point edge in reviewer scores (6.5 vs 7.7). Unique Melody MEST has better bass with a 0.7-point edge, Unique Melody MEST has significantly better mids with a 1.2-point edge, Unique Melody MEST has significantly better treble with a 1.3-point edge, Unique Melody MEST has significantly better dynamics with a 1-point edge, Unique Melody MEST has significantly better soundstage with a 1-point edge, Unique Melody MEST has significantly better details with a 1.5-point edge and Unique Melody MEST has significantly better imaging with a 1.8-point edge.

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Metric Unique Melody MEXT Unique Melody MEST
Bass 7 7.7
Mids 6.5 7.7
Treble 5.5 6.8
Details 6.8 8.3
Soundstage 7 8
Imaging 7 8.8
Dynamics 5 6
Tonality 6.4 7.3
Technicalities 6.7 8.2
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Unique Melody MEXT Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Shuwa-T Crin Precogvision

Average Reviewer Score:

6.5

Mixed to Positive

Unique Melody MEST Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Crin
Shuwa-T Precogvision Tim Tuned
Jays Audio
Super* Review

Average Reviewer Score:

7.7

Strongly Favorable

Reviews Comparison

Unique Melody MEXT reviewed by Shuwa-T

Shuwa-T 6.9 Reviewer Score
B+ Tuning
A- Tech
Comment: Neutral with bass boost. A warmer, more musical Mest 2 without the treble peaks Treble might be too laid back compared to other flagships

Shuwa-T original ranking

Shuwa-T Website

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

Unique Melody MEST reviewed by Shuwa-T

Shuwa-T 7.9 Reviewer Score
A Tuning
A+ Tech
Comment: Neutral yet fun due to subbass hump. Impressive clarity, holographic soundstage

Shuwa-T original ranking

Shuwa-T Website

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

Unique Melody MEXT reviewed by Crin

Crin 6.5 Reviewer Score
B+ Tuning
A- Tech
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Unique Melody MEST reviewed by Crin

Crin 6.5 Reviewer Score
B+ Tuning
A- Tech
A smooth, relaxing listen (in custom form) backed up with good technicalities.

Crin original ranking

Crin Youtube Channel

Unique Melody MEXT reviewed by Precogvision

Precogvision 6 Reviewer Score
B Tuning
B Tech
Decent tonality and BC seems to work in the midrange, but low-level note definition.

Precogvision original ranking

Precogvision Youtube Channel
Bass: B Mids: A- Treble: C+ Dynamics: C+ Details: B Imaging: A-

Unique Melody MEST reviewed by Precogvision

Precogvision 7.2 Reviewer Score
A- Tuning
A Tech
Engaging imaging with some minor coherency issues.

Precogvision original ranking

Precogvision Youtube Channel
Bass: A- Mids: A+ Treble: B Dynamics: B Details: A+ Imaging: S

Unique Melody MEST (more reviews)

Unique Melody MEST reviewed by Super* Review

Super* Review 9* * score rescaled + normalized
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Unique Melody MEST reviewed by Jays Audio

Jays Audio 8.5 Reviewer Score
S- Tuning
S Tech
A MEST MK2 with slightly more uppermid/bass. More v-shaped. More AGGRESSIVE than MK2. Also gets fatiguing when cranked up/long-listening sesisons.

Jays Audio original ranking

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Unique Melody MEST reviewed by Tim Tuned

Tim Tuned 7 Reviewer Score
A- Tuning
S Tech
Impressive staging and details Aggressive signature

Tim Tuned original ranking

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Bass: A+ Mids: A+ Treble: A-

Unique Melody MEXT User Review Score

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Unique Melody MEXT Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

5.6

Gaming Grade

B-

Unique Melody MEST Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

6.9

Gaming Grade

B+

Unique Melody MEXT Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

B
  • A mostly enjoyable signature keeps things listenable despite a handful of quirks. It handles most playlists without major complaints.

Average Technical Grade

B+
  • Technical ability is serviceable, keeping basic detail intact across simpler tracks. It keeps up with acoustic tracks without much fuss.
Bass A-
Expect a commanding bass response that reaches deep without clouding the mix. There's both slam and nuance in equal measure.
Mids B+
It offers engaging mid frequencies with pleasing clarity and layering. Details emerge without becoming harsh.
Treble B-
Highs come through with reasonable clarity while staying mostly smooth. Sibilance is mostly controlled.
Dynamics C+
It offers fair punch and contrast, though micro-dynamics could be sharper. Impact is satisfying for day-to-day use.
Soundstage A-
Excellent spatial presentation that is wide, deep, and tall with precise instrument placement. Width, depth, and height all feel expanded.
Details B+
Finer gestures snap into focus without sounding clinical or forced. Layering holds strong across genres.
Imaging A-
Each element locks into a steady coordinate even as the mix grows dense. Imaging holds even during busy segments.
Gaming B-
Moderate spatial presentation conveys general directionality. Suitable for casual play where precision isn't critical. Bad value-to-cost for gaming purpose - not recommended

Unique Melody MEST 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+
  • You get an articulate, polished performance with immersive stage depth and great control. There's a sense of polish across the whole spectrum.
Bass A
Expect a commanding bass response that reaches deep without clouding the mix. There's both slam and nuance in equal measure.
Mids A
The mids sound lush and articulate, capturing emotion effortlessly. Strings and keys shimmer with realism.
Treble B+
Treble response is good, delivering clarity and sparkle without fatigue. Hi-hats sound lively without sting.
Dynamics B
Expect energetic dynamics that bring music to life without harshness. It injects enthusiasm into fast music.
Soundstage A+
It crafts a floating sphere of sound where directional cues shimmer with precision. Layering remains stable even when pushed.
Details A+
The tiniest inflections pop into view as if spotlit within the mix. Low-level details feel magnified yet natural.
Imaging S-
The stage breathes like a real environment, surrounding you with believable depth. There's a strong sensation of physical space.
Gaming B+
Respectable environmental presentation favors atmosphere over precision. Detects obvious directional cues while conveying game world ambiance. Bad value-to-cost for gaming purpose - not recommended

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