Moondrop S8 VS Softears RSV MK II

Moondrop S8 and Softears RSV MK II use 8BA and 5BA driver setups respectively. Moondrop S8 costs $700 while Softears RSV MK II costs $700. Softears RSV MK II holds a decisive 1.9-point edge in reviewer scores (7.3 vs 9.2). Softears RSV MK II has significantly better mids with a 2-point edge, Softears RSV MK II has significantly better treble with a 1-point edge, Softears RSV MK II has significantly better dynamics with a 4-point edge and Softears RSV MK II has better soundstage with a 0.8-point edge.

Jaytiss Score

Moondrop S8

7.3 /10

Jaytiss Score

Softears RSV MK II

9.2 /10

Score gap: 1.9

Metric	Moondrop S8	Softears RSV MK II
Mids	6	8
Treble	7	8
Soundstage	7	7.8
Dynamics	5	9
Tonality	6.3	8.2
Technicalities	7	8

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Jaytiss Reviews Comparison

Moondrop S8 reviewed by

7.3 Reviewer Score

B Tuning

A- Tech

Special set.

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

Softears RSV MK II reviewed by

2025-09-03

9.2 Reviewer Score

A+ Tuning

A+ Tech

So Softears didn't forget how to tune. Tactful Basshead

Jaytiss original ranking

Jaytiss Youtube Channel

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

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Driver Configuration: 8BA

Tuning Type: U-Shaped

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Driver Configuration: 5BA

Tuning Type: Neutral with Bass Boost

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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.

Softears RSV MK II Scorings

Average Tunign Grade

A+

It delivers a coherent, natural timbre that remains captivating across genres. Acoustic instruments sound lifelike and textured.

Average Technical Grade

A+

Layering is confident and precise, backed by imaging that locks elements firmly in place. Micro-details peek through without sounding forced.

Mids A+

Midrange quality is superb, rich with resolving power and transparency. Micro-details leap out effortlessly.

Treble A+

The treble performance feels luxurious, marrying air, control, and excitement. You can place every high-frequency element.

Dynamics S

Dynamics reach reference class, delivering lightning-fast transients and perfect contrast. Every transient feels lightning fast.

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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