64 Audio U18T - Reviews & Ratings
4 Reviews (A Tier | 7.2/10)
Summary
Based on 4 reviews, the 64 Audio U18T is standing out as a favorite among reviewers, who note that it elevates everyday playlists.
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7.2Generally Favorable
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Gaming Score
5.9Gaming Grade
B-64 Audio U18T Details
Driver Configuration: 18BA (1 tia high,+1high-mid,+8low)+8mid,
Tuning Type: Neutral, Bright
Brand: 64 Audio Top 64 Audio IEMs
Price (Msrp): $2,999
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Reviews
Reviewed by: Yifang
8
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Reviewed by: Super* Review
7*
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Youtube Video Summary
Positioned as a top-of-the-line “reference” set with 18 BAs and a ~$3,000 tag, the 64 Audio U18t brings a brighter tilt than its siblings. With the M15 APEX module, treble gains presence and vocals feel a touch more filled out than on U12t, but the upper range can push into fatigue—sibilant tracks (e.g., CHVRCHES “Graffiti”) come through a bit sharp. Bass emphasis skews mid-bass over sub-bass, adding body yet also a hint of bloat, so the overall balance reads more V/U-shaped than neutral-warm.
Technical ability is still strong—detail retrieval and extension impress without resorting to glare most of the time—but the tuning trade-offs blunt long-term comfort. Versus U12t, U18t is livelier up top yet less forgiving, and U12t’s cleaner, more dynamic low end feels better integrated. Build and fit are solid across the line; the stock cable, however, remains thin and tangle-prone.
End result: a premium, energetic take with sparkle and presence that will appeal to treble-tolerant listeners, but for many the combination of mid-bass thickness and occasional treble bite undercuts the value at this price—earning a moderate score compared with the smoother, more versatile U12t.
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The 64 Audio U18t is a high-end, 18-BA universal IEM that combines the company’s tia tubeless treble driver and apex pressure-relief modules, targeted at reference-grade monitoring and critical listening. Official pricing sits at $2,999, positioning it among the most expensive universal monitors on the market. Specs indicate a four-way design with “1 tia high, 1 high-mid, 8 mid, 8 low” drivers, plus modular isolation via mX/m15/m20 inserts.
Tonal balance trends neutral-bright / mild V: elevated upper-mids and lower treble give strong clarity and bite, while bass is taut and fast but not the last word in physical slam compared to top dynamic-driver sets. This yields exceptional perceived detail and a forward, incisive presentation that some may find analytical on lean recordings. Multiple reviewers characterize it as brighter and more forward than peers, with mid-bass presence but limited macrodynamic weight.
Technical performance is a clear strength: resolution, imaging, and stage width are first-rate, with apex modules helping maintain openness and comfort over long sessions. Staging can approach “open-back” impressions, and the m20 vs m15 modules subtly shift bass/brightness without changing the fundamental FR character. Overall capability is top tier, but at this price the value proposition is contested; buyers prioritizing slam and macro-dynamics may prefer alternatives, while detail chasers will find the U18t a benchmark tool.
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Average Technical & Tuning Grades
Average Tunign Grade
B+- Expect a friendly tonal balance that could use polish but remains inviting. Great for casual listening, less so for purists.
Average Technical Grade
A- The balance of resolution and space feels assured, keeping complex passages coherent. Layering is convincing on most studio mixes.
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