Moondrop S8 Review & Ranking

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Moondrop S8

Driver Configuration: 8BA

Tuning Type: U-Shaped

Price (Msrp): $700

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Average Reviewer Score:

7.9

Generally Favorable

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Gizaudio Axel 8 Reviewer Score
A- Tuning
A+ Tech
Harman-like sound with plenty of detail. BA bass. Smooth, detailed, and balanced tuning.
Source - Gizaudio Axel

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Crin 8 Reviewer Score
S- Tuning
A Tech
More faithful to the Harman target compared to the A8, with a smoother bass response.
Source - Crin

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Jaytiss 8.3 Reviewer Score
A Tuning
A+ Tech
Special set.
Source - Jaytiss

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Precogvision 7.1 Reviewer Score
B+ Tuning
B+ Tech
Excellent treble extension and detail retrieval.
Source - Precogvision

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Tim Tuned 7.5 Reviewer Score
Pros: Smooth engaging harman signature with fun bass. Cons: BA timbre.
Source - Tim Tuned
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Smirk Audio 7.1 Reviewer Score
B+ Tuning
B+ Tech
Very resolving with a sweet, pleasant timbre. Good mids and treble. Average bass. Upper-mids may be shouty to some.
Source - Smirk Audio

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

A-
  • Polished and enjoyable. Good tonal balance with no major flaws. Smooth and non-fatiguing, works well with many genres.

Average Technical Grade

A-
  • Good technical performance. Clear separation and decent detail retrieval in most tracks. Soundstage has reasonable width and depth. Handles moderate complexity without congestion.

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

7.3

Gaming Grade

B+
  • Gaming grade level: Competent Imaging
  • Good fundamental spatial awareness for most gaming scenarios. Handles basic positioning well but may lack nuance in complex situations. Bad value-to-cost for gaming purpose - not recommended
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