Thieaudio Hype 10 VS Letshuoer Mystic 8
IEM Comparison: Expert & Community Scores Side-by-Side
Thieaudio Hype 10 and Letshuoer Mystic 8 use 2DD+10BA and 8BA driver setups respectively. Thieaudio Hype 10 costs $899 while Letshuoer Mystic 8 costs $1,000. Letshuoer Mystic 8 is $101 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 treble with a 1-point edge, Thieaudio Hype 10 has significantly better dynamics with a 2-point edge and Letshuoer Mystic 8 has significantly better soundstage with a 1.5-point edge.
Insights
| Metric | Thieaudio Hype 10 | Letshuoer Mystic 8 |
|---|---|---|
| Mids | 8 | 8 |
| Treble | 8 | 9 |
| Soundstage | 7 | 8.5 |
| Dynamics | 7 | 5 |
| Tonality | 7.5 | 7.6 |
| Technicalities | 8 | 9 |
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Thieaudio Hype 10 reviewed by
8.5
Reviewer Score
Youtube Video Summary
Build & comfort hit the modern Thieaudio groove: a compact shell with a gentle wing, secure nozzle lip that plays nice with most tips, and a faceplate that’s tasteful if not flashy. The stock EST cable feels soft and skin-like with tidy ear hooks, a steady chin slider, and a clean Y-split—nothing fussy, everything practical. On-ear fit is extremely comfortable, light, and stable over long sessions.
Tonally, Hype 10 brings impactful—but controlled—bass, pristine mids/treble, and a spacious stage with convincing imaging. It reads neutral with a hint of fun: satisfying sub-bass lift, healthy upper-mids, and air/extension that adds space without splash. Note weight and slam aren’t “insane,” but resolution is high and the overall presentation is natural, clean, and engaging. It’s also one of those rare sets that doesn’t beg for EQ.
Against the lineup and peers: Hype 2 feels flat and unexceptional by comparison; Hype 4 is very close, but Hype 10 fixes the upper-air/treble shortfall and steps up stage and resolution. Versus Monarch Mk I, Hype 10’s extra bass avoids leanness; against Oracle MK3, it avoids that 4–6 kHz “flat energy” rise and sounds more natural up top. Dunu’s Mirai charms but runs leaner with a sharper edge; Jupiter can out-punch and extend, yet the price undercuts its appeal; Diva has special upper mids but the dip-switch fiddle and pricing dull the value. Net: under $1,000 (open-box deals around $800 sweeten the pot), Hype 10 is a standout recommendation—and while Hype 4 gets you ~99% of the flavor if its treble suits you, Hype 10 is the more complete, everyday-ready choice.
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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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Thieaudio Hype 10 Details
Driver Configuration: 2DD+10BA
Tuning Type: Neutral, Neutral with Bass Boost
Brand: ThieAudio Top ThieAudio IEMs
Price (Msrp): $899
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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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Thieaudio Hype 10 Scorings
Average Technical & Tuning Grades
Average Tunign Grade
A- You get a polished tonal profile that stays natural from bass through treble. Subtle tuning choices keep things engaging.
Average Technical Grade
A+- You get an articulate, polished performance with immersive stage depth and great control. There's a sense of polish across the whole spectrum.
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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