Lime Ears Terra VS Letshuoer Mystic 8
IEM Comparison: Expert & Community Scores Side-by-Side
Lime Ears Terra and Letshuoer Mystic 8 use 1DD+5BA and 8BA driver setups respectively. Lime Ears Terra costs $1,200 while Letshuoer Mystic 8 costs $1,000. Lime Ears Terra is $200 more expensive. Letshuoer Mystic 8 holds a slight 0.1-point edge in reviewer scores (8.5 vs 8.6). Letshuoer Mystic 8 has significantly better mids with a 1-point edge, Letshuoer Mystic 8 has significantly better treble with a 1-point edge, Lime Ears Terra has significantly better dynamics with a 2-point edge and Letshuoer Mystic 8 has better soundstage with a 0.5-point edge.
Insights
| Metric | Lime Ears Terra | Letshuoer Mystic 8 |
|---|---|---|
| Mids | 7 | 8 |
| Treble | 8 | 9 |
| Soundstage | 8 | 8.5 |
| Dynamics | 7 | 5 |
| Tonality | 7.5 | 7.6 |
| Technicalities | 8 | 9 |
Jaytiss Reviews Comparison
Lime Ears Terra reviewed by
8.5
Reviewer Score
Youtube Video Summary
Build and presentation hit boutique vibes: a machined-aluminum shell with a clever nozzle dip that grips tips securely, a flat 2-pin socket with a top filter, and smooth finishing that feels premium in ear. The accessory set fits the price—SpinFit W1 and foam tips, cleaner, pouch—and the leatherette puck case looks simple but feels surprisingly durable. The stock 4.4 mm cable is aesthetically pleasing yet a bit stiff, with a loose chin slider; red/blue markers make orientation easy.
Tonally, Terra skews brighter with a touch of sharpness up top, bringing strong micro-detail and air while keeping a tasteful, impactful bass shelf. The 6-driver hybrid (including a 7 mm titanium DD for lows) delivers confident technicalities: fast attacks, clean separation, and a wide-open stage. FR observations show a gradual bass rise, good treble extension, and a mid-treble lift (around the 8 k region) that adds sparkle and excitement but can read hot for sensitive listeners.
Against peers, Terra tracks a refined “Harman-ish” contour with extra energy, feeling more dynamic and lively than several mid/high-tier alternatives while keeping mids even and uncluttered. Trade-offs exist: a hint of metallic timbre, occasional upper-mid glare, and imaging that can soften at micro level; yet the overall mix of bass quality, clarity, and stage makes music engaging. At $1,200, the Polish boutique package reads as a serious, distinctive choice—highly recommendable if a brighter tilt and vivid treble are on the wish list.
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Letshuoer Mystic 8 reviewed by
8.6
Reviewer Score
Youtube Video Summary
Build and presentation hit above the price rumor: a dense, metallic shell with a sleek “cat” motif, excellent nozzle/fit, and a surprisingly handy case with a rubber lid that’s easy to pop open. The 8-BA array (Sonion + “NSBA” branded drivers) gives it pedigree, while the stock cable feels a bit chintzy despite a 4.4 mm termination and chin slider. Final pricing isn’t set (the placeholder listing is a meme), but the talk is roughly around $1,000, which frames expectations for the rest.
On tuning, Mystic 8 comes across reference-lean, very clean and clear, with extended upper-mids/treble and a lighter bass shelf. It’s a laid-back, chill listen with strong micro-detail, imaging, and stage, but the macrodynamics feel reserved and the bass lacks some rich, organic texture; hip-hop and slam-seekers may bounce. A small EQ bass lift (sub/mid-bass shelf) unlocks body and brings the set to life without breaking its neutral poise.
In context, it outclasses Cadenza 4 for naturalness and timbre, while Cadenza 12 (2024) offers richer bass but has an odd upper-mid quirk and a much higher tag. The FR echoes the Monarch Mk II; if Monarch felt light down low, Mystic 8 won’t fix that, though it crushes it on shell/build. Versus sets like Thieaudio Origin (bigger shell, weaker micro-detail), Canpur Verdandi (more bass/upper-mid bite), or DAA Mecha (fun but not neutral), Mystic 8 positions itself as a refined, mid-focused all-BA with standout technicals and an ownership appeal. As a ~$1k competitor, it’s compelling—just not the most visceral/engaging without that tasteful EQ nudge.
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Lime Ears Terra Details
Driver Configuration: 1DD+5BA
Tuning Type: U-Shaped
Brand: Lime Ears Top Lime Ears IEMs
Price (Msrp): $1,200
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Letshuoer Mystic 8 Details
Driver Configuration: 8BA
Tuning Type: Neutral
Brand: Letshuoer Top Letshuoer IEMs
Price (Msrp): $1,000
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Lime Ears Terra Scorings
Average Technical & Tuning Grades
Average Tunign Grade
A- It presents a smooth, well-integrated tonal balance that plays nicely with many styles. It maintains natural timbre across the range.
Average Technical Grade
A+- The tuning feels expertly organized, marrying agile dynamics with well-defined spatial cues. Technical listeners will appreciate the poise.
Letshuoer Mystic 8 Scorings
Average Technical & Tuning Grades
Average Tunign Grade
A- The response is even and composed, lending itself to effortless genre hopping. Voices sit comfortably in the mix.
Average Technical Grade
S- Resolution and control feel outstanding, surfacing micro-details with ease. You'll catch studio quirks you may have missed before.
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