Moondrop S8 VS FATfreq x Effect Audio: Quantum

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Moondrop S8 and FATfreq x Effect Audio: Quantum are in-ear monitors. Moondrop S8 costs $700 while FATfreq x Effect Audio: Quantum costs $770. FATfreq x Effect Audio: Quantum is $70 more expensive. FATfreq x Effect Audio: Quantum holds a clear 0.5-point edge in reviewer scores (7.3 vs 7.8). Moondrop S8 has significantly better mids with a 1-point edge, Moondrop S8 has significantly better treble with a 1-point edge and FATfreq x Effect Audio: Quantum has significantly better dynamics with a 4-point edge.

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Jaytiss Score
Moondrop S8
7.3 /10
Jaytiss Score
FATfreq x Effect Audio: Quantum
7.8 /10
Score gap: 0.5
Metric Moondrop S8 FATfreq x Effect Audio: Quantum
Mids 6 5
Treble 7 6
Soundstage 7 7
Dynamics 5 9
Tonality 6.3 6.8
Technicalities 7 6
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Jaytiss Reviews Comparison

Moondrop S8 reviewed by

Jaytiss 7.3 Reviewer Score
B Tuning
A- Tech
Special set.

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

FATfreq x Effect Audio: Quantum reviewed by

Jaytiss 7.8 Reviewer Score
B+ Tuning
B Tech
I don't want to like, but I love.

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Mids: C+ Treble: B Dynamics: S Soundstage: A-
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Moondrop S8 Details

Driver Configuration: 8BA

Tuning Type: U-Shaped

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Price (Msrp): $700

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FATfreq x Effect Audio: Quantum Details

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Tuning Type: V-Shaped

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Moondrop S8 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

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.

FATfreq x Effect Audio: Quantum Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

B+
  • Expect a friendly tonal balance that could use polish but remains inviting. Great for casual listening, less so for purists.

Average Technical Grade

B
  • It offers a competent showing, maintaining cohesion on straightforward arrangements. Complex passages start to challenge it, but never derail the show.
Mids C+
The mids are solid and dependable, though not especially remarkable. Vocals stay reasonably grounded in the mix.
Treble B
Treble is articulate and clean, adding excitement without harshness. It adds sparkle without harshness.
Dynamics S
This is reference-grade dynamic performance with breathtaking realism. It mirrors live-music intensity perfectly.
Soundstage A-
Excellent spatial presentation that is wide, deep, and tall with precise instrument placement. Width, depth, and height all feel expanded.

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