MYER SL224 VS EarAcoustics Hi End Max

MYER SL224 and EarAcoustics Hi End Max use 2DD+2BA+4Micro-Planar and 3dd BA driver setups respectively. MYER SL224 costs $270 while EarAcoustics Hi End Max costs $289. EarAcoustics Hi End Max is $19 more expensive. MYER SL224 holds a decisive 2.1-point edge in reviewer scores (8.6 vs 6.5). MYER SL224 has significantly better mids with a 2-point edge, MYER SL224 has significantly better treble with a 1-point edge, MYER SL224 has significantly better dynamics with a 3-point edge and MYER SL224 has significantly better soundstage with a 1.5-point edge.

Jaytiss Score

MYER SL224

8.6 /10

Jaytiss Score

EarAcoustics Hi End Max

6.5 /10

Score gap: 2.1

Metric	MYER SL224	EarAcoustics Hi End Max
Mids	7	5
Treble	7	6
Soundstage	8.5	7
Dynamics	8	5
Tonality	7.6	5.5
Technicalities	7	6

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Jaytiss Reviews Comparison

MYER SL224 reviewed by

2025-09-24

8.6 Reviewer Score

A Tuning

A- Tech

Nice set, very clean and correctly energetic.

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

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Price: $230

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EarAcoustics Hi End Max reviewed by

2025-07-25

6.5 Reviewer Score

B- Tuning

B Tech

Strong V, not weak, STRONG. Not for mid heads.

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Mids: C+ Treble: B Dynamics: C+ Soundstage: A-

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Price: $289.90

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Driver Configuration: 2DD+2BA+4Micro-Planar

Tuning Type: Neutral

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Driver Configuration: 3dd BA

Tuning Type: V-Shaped

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Price (Msrp): $289

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MYER SL224 Scorings

Average Tunign Grade

Overall balance feels confident and refined, rewarding long listening sessions. A reliable all-rounder for everyday listening.

Average Technical Grade

A-

A competent technical showing keeps separation intact while delivering modest staging. It feels tidy even when recordings stack layers.

Mids A-

Midrange performance is excellent, with natural timbre and great detail. Vocals feel lifelike and full-bodied.

Treble A-

Expect effortless extension and clarity that keep the top end sparkling yet smooth. Layering in upper registers is impressive.

Dynamics A+

It captures both explosive hits and delicate shifts with lifelike realism. Micro-dynamics shimmer through the mix.

Soundstage S-

Immersive holography surrounds the listener, making the venue feel tangible and enveloping. It delivers a grand, cinematic presentation.

EarAcoustics Hi End Max Scorings

Average Tunign Grade

B-

It sounds pleasant overall, with some uneven spots that hint at room for refinement. Vocals remain pleasant despite the imperfections.

Average Technical Grade

It offers a competent showing, maintaining cohesion on straightforward arrangements. Complex passages start to challenge it, but never derail the show.

Mids C+

Midrange performance is decent, offering balanced presence without major flaws. It works well for casual background listening.

Treble B

The top end is engaging and airy, yet never overbearing. Brass and strings feel energetic.

Dynamics C+

You get reliable macrodynamics, with micro shifts that remain only adequate. A reliable performer for most tracks.

Soundstage A-

You hear both the breadth and the altitude of the mix, anchored by accurate positional cues. Immersion improves across genres.

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