Yu9 Que VS Softears Studio 4

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Yu9 Que Aggregated Review Score

Yu9 Que Average Reviewer Scores

Jaytiss

Average Reviewer Score:

9.2

Overwhelmingly Positive

Softears Studio 4 Aggregated Review Score

Softears Studio 4 Average Reviewer Scores

Precogvision
Jays Audio
Gizaudio Axel Jaytiss Tim Tuned Super* Review

Average Reviewer Score:

7.4

Generally Favorable

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Yu9 Que Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

8.8

Gaming Grade

S-

Softears Studio 4 Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

7.2

Gaming Grade

A-

Yu9 Que Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

S
  • Exquisite technical mastery. Flawless frequency integration with captivating presentation. Sets new standards in tonal execution.

Average Technical Grade

S
  • Outstanding resolution and control. Effortlessly retrieves micro-details, with holographic staging and fast transients. Handles chaos with poise.
Mids S+
Reference-class midrange - perfectly balanced and hyper-detailed. Utterly natural reproduction with effortless texture and layering.
Treble S
Reference-class treble: flawless extension with zero fatigue. Hyper-detailed yet perfectly natural reproduction of highs.
Dynamics S
Reference-class dynamics: perfect micro/macro contrast with lightning transients. Utterly realistic reproduction of musical energy.
Soundstage S-
Exceptional soundstage with holographic imaging. Creates a truly three-dimensional space where instruments float naturally around you.
Gaming S-
Expansive soundstage with accurate directional cues. Handles complex audio landscapes while preserving important gameplay information. Good value for serious gaming performance.

Softears Studio 4 Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

A
  • Well-executed tonal character. No major flaws with good technical control. Smooth presentation works with multiple genres.

Average Technical Grade

A-
  • Above average technicalities. Handles separation and detail adequately in simpler tracks, but complex passages remain challenging. Soundstage is modestly sized with acceptable imaging.
Bass B+
Good bass foundation with decent impact. Maintains acceptable control while providing satisfying thump in most tracks.
Mids A
Excellent midrange with natural timbre and great detail retrieval. Vocals are forward and emotive with lifelike instrument reproduction.
Treble A-
Excellent treble: airy, extended and well-controlled. Great micro-detail retrieval without sibilance or harshness.
Dynamics B-
Decent dynamic performance. Good macro-contrast but micro-dynamics could be more nuanced. Satisfactory impact.
Soundstage S
Reference-class soundstage: perfectly spherical presentation with infinite space. Utterly realistic instrument placement and venue reproduction.
Details C+
Decent detail retrieval. Handles most textures adequately though micro-details and ambient cues could be more pronounced.
Imaging C+
Decent positional accuracy. Good left/right placement with acceptable center image, though depth positioning is approximate.
Gaming A-
Good fundamental spatial awareness for most gaming scenarios. Handles basic positioning well but may lack nuance in complex situations. Value-to-cost may not be optimal for gaming-focused users.

Yu9 Que Reviews

Yu9 Que reviewed by:

Jaytiss 9.2 Reviewer Score
S Tuning
S Tech
Early day, but it's very nice.

Jaytiss original ranking

Jaytiss Youtube Channel
- Jaytiss
Mids: S+ Treble: S Dynamics: S Soundstage: S-

The YU9 Que sports a premium, durable resin shell in pure black with a metallic-feeling faceplate and a comfortable design featuring an anti-tragus catch. While the build itself feels handsome and unique, the included cable is criticized as wimpy and unpleasant, with a strong suggestion to upgrade it. Accessories are deemed solid, including a nice selection of tips and a particularly praised case with a soft, luxurious interior.

Sonically, the YU9 Que earns immense praise for its exceptional tuning, described as clean, resolute, and non-fatiguing. It delivers strong, textured bass that avoids being overwhelming, coupled with extremely well-done upper mids. While not class-leading in technicalities like micro-detail or instrument separation, its tonal balance is considered sophisticated and reminiscent of far more expensive sets like the Annihilator, even surpassing the Monarch MKII in tuning preference. It's highlighted as a fantastic all-rounder with a smooth, agreeable signature suitable for long listening sessions.

Despite its modest single dynamic driver + 3BA configuration and $49 price point, the YU9 Que is declared a very special and unique IEM, worthy of the hype it received. The review concludes it's a price leader and a highly competent package from a small brand, offering outstanding value and a beautiful, well-executed design that makes it an easy recommendation for those seeking a smooth, non-fatiguing sound.

Softears Studio 4 Reviews

Softears Studio 4 reviewed by:

Jays Audio 7.5 Reviewer Score
S- Tuning
A+ Tech
Best all rounder under $500. "Correct" and neutral tuning. Perfect vocals, not as forward like RSV but zero faults. Slight Improvement over RSV in-terms of seapration and stage size/treble is same/not as warm.

Jays Audio original ranking

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Softears Studio 4 reviewed by:

Gizaudio Axel 8 Reviewer Score
S Tuning
A Tech
Neutral, accurate sound with great bass, tonal accuracy, forward vocals, and natural timbre. Excellent isolation. Unvented design and BA bass may not suit everyone. A benchmark for tonality and timbre.

Gizaudio Axel original ranking

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Softears Studio 4 reviewed by:

Jaytiss 8 Reviewer Score
A+ Tuning
A+ Tech
Something magical about this set, but it's not the Bass.

Jaytiss original ranking

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- Jaytiss
Mids: S Treble: A+ Dynamics: B Soundstage: S

Softears Studio 4 reviewed by:

Precogvision 5 Reviewer Score
C+ Tuning
C+ Tech
Sounds plasticky and smoothed; inoffensive to the point of being offensive.

Precogvision original ranking

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

Softears Studio 4 reviewed by:

Tim Tuned 8 Reviewer Score
A+ Tuning
A+ Tech
Pros: Just great all around, balance with amazingly clean midrange.

Tim Tuned original ranking

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Bass: A+ Mids: S Treble: S

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