Heartfield CU8 and MYER SL224 use 4BA and 2DD+2BA+4Micro-Planar driver setups respectively. Heartfield CU8 costs $279 while MYER SL224 costs $270. Heartfield CU8 is $9 more expensive. MYER SL224 holds a decisive 1.6-point edge in reviewer scores (7 vs 8.6). 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 1-point edge and MYER SL224 has significantly better soundstage with a 2.5-point edge.
Insights
Metric | Heartfield CU8 | MYER SL224 |
---|---|---|
Mids | 5 | 7 |
Treble | 6 | 7 |
Soundstage | 6 | 8.5 |
Dynamics | 7 | 8 |
Tonality | 6 | 7.6 |
Technicalities | 6 | 7 |
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Heartfield CU8 reviewed by
2025-07-10Jaytiss Youtube Channel
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MYER SL224 reviewed by
2025-09-24Jaytiss Youtube Channel
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Heartfield CU8 Details
Driver Configuration: 4BA
Tuning Type: U-Shaped
Price (Msrp): $279
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MYER SL224 Details
Driver Configuration: 2DD+2BA+4Micro-Planar
Tuning Type: Neutral
Price (Msrp): $269.99
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Heartfield CU8 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- An honest, middle-of-the-road performance preserves structure without chasing micro-detail. It's respectable for everyday listening sessions.
MYER SL224 Scorings
Average Technical & Tuning Grades
Average Tunign Grade
A- 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.
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