Moondrop S8 VS EPZ 530

Moondrop S8 and EPZ 530 use 8BA and 5BA driver setups respectively. Moondrop S8 costs $700 while EPZ 530 costs $700. EPZ 530 holds a clear 0.7-point edge in reviewer scores (7.3 vs 8). EPZ 530 has significantly better dynamics with a 2-point edge and EPZ 530 has significantly better soundstage with a 1-point edge.

Jaytiss Score

Moondrop S8

7.3 /10

Jaytiss Score

EPZ 530

8 /10

Score gap: 0.8

Metric	Moondrop S8	EPZ 530
Mids	6	6
Treble	7	7
Soundstage	7	8
Dynamics	5	7
Tonality	6.3	7
Technicalities	7	7

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Jaytiss Reviews Comparison

Moondrop S8 reviewed by

7.3 Reviewer Score

B Tuning

A- Tech

Special set.

Jaytiss original ranking

Jaytiss Youtube Channel

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

EPZ 530 reviewed by

8 Reviewer Score

A- Tuning

A- Tech

It does some things very well. Very good item.

Jaytiss original ranking

Jaytiss Youtube Channel

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

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Driver Configuration: 8BA

Tuning Type: U-Shaped

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Moondrop S8 Scorings

Average Tunign Grade

A mostly enjoyable signature keeps things listenable despite a handful of quirks. It handles most playlists without major complaints.

Average Technical Grade

A-

You get a controlled, composed performance, marrying decent clarity with a still-modest sense of space. A safe technical performer for the price bracket.

Mids B

Expect a confident midrange that keeps details audible without harshness. Acoustic arrangements sound engaging.

Treble A-

Treble performance is excellent—airy, extended, and beautifully controlled. It reveals subtle studio ambiance.

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.

EPZ 530 Scorings

Average Tunign Grade

A-

Expect an inviting tonal blend that adapts well to genres while staying largely composed. It strikes a nice blend of warmth and clarity.

Average Technical Grade

A-

Technical chops are reliable, pairing tidy separation with a soundstage that stays conservative. Micro-detail is decent, though never spotlighted.

Mids B

It offers engaging mid frequencies with pleasing clarity and layering. Details emerge without becoming harsh.

Treble A-

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

Dynamics A-

You get outstanding dynamic agility, from subtle nuances to big hits. Impact comes with quick recovery.

Soundstage A+

Three-dimensional layering becomes effortless, placing performers on a lifelike virtual stage. Venue ambience wraps around convincingly.

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