SymphonyEars Hexad VS MYER SL224

SymphonyEars Hexad and MYER SL224 use 2DD+4BA and 2DD+2BA+4Micro-Planar driver setups respectively. SymphonyEars Hexad costs $249 while MYER SL224 costs $270. MYER SL224 is $21 more expensive. MYER SL224 holds a decisive 2.6-point edge in reviewer scores (6 vs 8.6). MYER SL224 has significantly better mids with a 2-point edge, MYER SL224 has significantly better treble with a 2-point edge, MYER SL224 has significantly better dynamics with a 3-point edge and MYER SL224 has significantly better soundstage with a 2.5-point edge.

Jaytiss Score

SymphonyEars Hexad

6 /10

Jaytiss Score

MYER SL224

8.6 /10

Score gap: 2.6

Metric	SymphonyEars Hexad	MYER SL224
Mids	5	7
Treble	5	7
Soundstage	6	8.5
Dynamics	5	8
Tonality	5	7.6
Technicalities	5	7

Take these comparisons with a grain of salt—we don't have enough SymphonyEars Hexad and MYER SL224 reviews saved yet to provide an unbiased result.

Jaytiss Reviews Comparison

SymphonyEars Hexad reviewed by

6 Reviewer Score

C+ Tuning

C+ Tech

It's a nice sound, worth the price to support local talent.

Jaytiss original ranking

Jaytiss Youtube Channel

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

MYER SL224 reviewed by

2025-09-24

8.6 Reviewer Score

A Tuning

A- Tech

Nice set, very clean and correctly energetic.

Jaytiss original ranking

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

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Driver Configuration: 2DD+4BA

Tuning Type: n/a

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Driver Configuration: 2DD+2BA+4Micro-Planar

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SymphonyEars Hexad Scorings

Average Tunign Grade

C+

Tonality is generally agreeable, though a few bumps remind you of its limits. Certain tracks spotlight its tonal quirks.

Average Technical Grade

C+

Technical ability is serviceable, keeping basic detail intact across simpler tracks. It keeps up with acoustic tracks without much fuss.

Mids C+

It presents a stable midrange foundation suitable for everyday listening. Clarity is serviceable without standing out.

Treble C+

Treble feels agreeable overall, bringing sparkle without significant fatigue. You get a polite sense of air.

Dynamics C+

Dynamics feel competent, bringing energy without the finest detail. It carries energy without sounding aggressive.

Soundstage B

Lateral spread stretches comfortably while front/back cues start to feel convincing. You can trace front-to-back movement.

MYER SL224 Scorings

Average Tunign Grade

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.

Mids A-

Midrange performance is excellent, with natural timbre and great detail. Vocals feel lifelike and full-bodied.

Treble A-

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

Dynamics A+

It captures both explosive hits and delicate shifts with lifelike realism. Micro-dynamics shimmer through the mix.

Soundstage S-

Immersive holography surrounds the listener, making the venue feel tangible and enveloping. It delivers a grand, cinematic presentation.

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