Unique Melody MEXT VS Unique Melody MEST MK3

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Unique Melody MEXT and Unique Melody MEST MK3 use 1DD+4BA+1BC and 1DD+4BA+4EST+1BC driver setups respectively. Unique Melody MEXT costs $1,200 while Unique Melody MEST MK3 costs $1,900. Unique Melody MEST MK3 is $700 more expensive. Unique Melody MEST MK3 holds a decisive 1.6-point edge in reviewer scores (6.5 vs 8). Unique Melody MEST MK3 has significantly better mids with a 1.5-point edge, Unique Melody MEST MK3 has significantly better treble with a 2-point edge, Unique Melody MEST MK3 has significantly better dynamics with a 2.5-point edge, Unique Melody MEST MK3 has better details with a 0.8-point edge and Unique Melody MEST MK3 has significantly better imaging with a 1-point edge.

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Metric Unique Melody MEXT Unique Melody MEST MK3
Bass 7 7
Mids 6.5 8
Treble 5.5 7.5
Details 6.8 7.5
Soundstage 7 8
Imaging 7 8
Dynamics 5 7.5
Tonality 6.4 7.4
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 MK3 Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

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

Average Reviewer Score:

8

Very Positive

Reviews Comparison

Unique Melody MEXT (more reviews)

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 MEXT reviewed by Crin

Crin 6.5 Reviewer Score
B+ Tuning
A- Tech
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Crin original ranking

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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 MK3 (more reviews)

Unique Melody MEST MK3 reviewed by Yifang

Yifang 8.5 Reviewer Score
A+ Tuning
S- Tech
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Yifang original ranking

Yifang Youtube Channel

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.

Jays Audio original ranking

Jays Audio Youtube Channel

Unique Melody MEST MK3 reviewed by Smirk Audio

Smirk Audio 7.6 Reviewer Score
A Tuning
A Tech
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Smirk Audio original ranking

Smirk Audio Head-Fi Profile

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

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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Head-Fi.org original ranking

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 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

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 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

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