Reviews by ljnew
Technical Specifications
7 Proprietary Drivers, Hybrid Design
2 W9 Subwoofers, 2 Mid, 1 Mid-High, 1 High, 1 Super High
10-Way synX Crossover System
A.R.C. Resonance Mitigation Technology
Impedance: 14 ohms @ 1kHz
Frequency Response: 5 Hz - 40kHz
Sensitivity: 102dB @ 1kHz, 1mW
26AWG UPOCC Litz Copper Cable, Handcrafted by Effect Audio
You can purchase them at Musicteck
Intro
This isn’t one of those iems where you have to “burn in '' to know why they’re great. Within the first 10 seconds, you know why lx is awesome. I primarily listen to about 70% hip hop and R&B and these are probably in the top 3 for those genres. Actually, if you listen to hip hop, it’s felonious not to try Legend x. This is as close as it gets to car audio and the club!
legend x is the only iem I've heard that does what it does. The skull cracking violent bass that feels like it might rip your ears from your skull. At the same time it has the ability to remain balanced depending on the song and or source, dap/dac. If i need that itch scratched i can only go to lx. Legend x will be complimentary to just about any other iem.
If you are among the discerning listeners looking for an exceptional experience with your audio devices, you must have lx. These iems are designed exclusively for said purpose and are considered expensive. Empire Ears, founded in 2015, now stands as a reputable and famous name among listeners always anxious about sound quality. This premium quality and high-end headphones may cost much, but is it worth it? This review may help you to make the right decision.
How I learned about lx
Of course I heard about lx a long time ago, but never purchased it because I thought I might not like it and thought the tech is too old to compete with today’s technology. But I was wrong!
I read a review comparing u18s to Legend x. The review mentioned lx and u18s sound similar but the lx has a bigger stage with better separation. So I decided to do more research.
After four years of release, lx hype is still alive and well.
On Headfi, you can’t read anything without someone talking about Traillii, z1r or Legend x. It’s like you can’t talk about tv without someone inevitably mentioning “The Wire” or “Breaking Bad”. It’s like they’re hypnotized or something when discussing them. Reminds me of this: Family guy Breaking bad (and The Wire) 1080P
On one hand, I should have listened to it a long time ago. On the other hand, I’m glad I didn’t because I would’ve been too disappointed with alot of iems over the years.
I developed a method for making blind purchases and i take crin’s and bggar’s rankings into consideration mainly because they will admit when they don't like something and bggar listens to some of the same genres as I do. Because of them and other reviewers, I bought legend x.
Don’t let the age fool you!
Of course I heard about lx a long time ago, but never purchased it because I thought I might not like it and the tech is too old to compete with today’s technology.
The legend x is about four years old right now. However, it sounds better than the majority of new stuff I’ve tried. They sound like they were invented yesterday.
Empire Ears Legend X
Lx is one of the best HiFi earphones, offering high fidelity. These headphones will enable you to listen to a track or audio file as it was originally recorded. With no diminishing role to play in how you listen to your music, this company has been improving its quality and efficiency by launching improved products over the years. This company utilizes advanced high-tech units with various patents, including bone-conducting technologies.
Offering two collections, namely the EP series and the X series, Empire Ears takes care of all its customers. The EP series fulfills the need for professional uses, while the X series is a consumer-oriented product line. Both the range are manufactured to the most delicate designs and performance. In 2022 almost everyone will be familiar with the Empire Ears brand due to great communication, excellent product lineup, highly efficient and user-friendly website.
Quality and comfort
According to the drivers inside the Empire Ear legend X, the small size and fine quality fit in the ear with the right amount of pressure, enabling you to enjoy the sound at a suitable base and peak. Moreover, after long periods of use, it does not tire your ear.
Packaging and accessories
The packaging is a white box. I found this premium product in an all-black color scheme, and the classy packaging is the game. The beautiful case containing a smaller pouch, cleaning cloth, tool, and the dust bag having a large logo add to the product's specialty. The exquisite cable of your comes with your choice of connections, i.e., 2.5. 3.5 or 4.4 mm completes the premium look of the product. The attractive packaging contains everything stored securely and compactly. The accessories included are minimal but satisfactory.
Design
The freedom to customize your Empire Ears according to your imagination makes it a good deal where you can find the largest variety of shell colors and faceplates. You can get an idea of what your final product will look like with the help of the designer tool. So, you can spend as much time as you want to finalize and fine-tune the shell, plate, and logo combos and get the final design satisfying your tastes and style. If you are not fond of designing much, then the universal version, which comes in all black and a golden logo, will work for you in all times and moods. The shell size of the Legend X is smaller than the Empire Ears Legend X Evo, making it smarter and easy to wear for long periods.
The smooth and seamless shell border with no bumps and irregularities provides the finest quality to its users. This compact product is manufactured with superb technology of integrating more drivers into smaller shells, making them leaders in their field. With the outstanding fit and finish of the Empire Ears Legend X having no misaligned parts or sharp edges, it gives you the ultimate comfort and style you are looking for in a valuable headphone. The stainless steel nozzle prevents dirt and debris from entering the headphone. The carbon fiber and gold foil face panels create a beautiful look in the ear cavities. The upgraded metal vents manage better air pressure management, improving the driver units' performance. The dead gorgeous thick and weighty strand of the balanced cable increases the fantasy of the look.
Sound Quality
The Empire Ears describes the X series as a gadget to overwhelm the auditory senses with a vigorous spirit and energy of a live performance. That's what I wanted in my music: emotion and spirit. I was eager to find out whether Empire Ears legend x provides this experience. This product proved to satisfy its claim giving an excellent listening experience with the booming beat and energy. The noise isolation of Empire Ears is splendid. Dynamic drivers need some venting; therefore, some outside noise is expected, but they are great compared to their competitors. The impactful and thrilling response of the sound quality gives you satisfying, rich textures with clarity and sharp articulation, which creates a great resonance. This in-ear monitor's newly developed dual sides bone conduction driver provides transparent and clean sound output.
With a great bass, this headphone has a balanced sound where the mids are clear and present while the highs are not compromised. The legend X does a great job presenting distinct elements of any song while keeping everything cohesive, i.e., maracas, back vocals, etc.; the songs feel so powerful that even the space opening notes are packed like a punch.
It creates a great weight to vocals and instruments, playing them with a lively vibration. This energy level on the sound makes it addictive to listen to. These HiFi headphones maintain a strict level of fidelity, making the Empire Ears Legend X one of a kind. It captures me totally in its soundscape, and I feel immersed in a different world or universe.
Empire Ears legend X stands among the best new audiophile earphones in the market with excellent sound and refined design. Empire ears Legend X combines comfort with style with appropriate nozzle length and natural angle. The appropriate weight distribution makes the earphones comfortable for long periods without any issues.
Customer service
The customer service of the empire ears is outstanding, and they go above and beyond to facilitate and entertain their customers.
Conclusion
Empire ears legend X is one of the top-of-the-line earphones with a complete package of good quality and smooth sound with superior technologies and tuning capacities. Its premium material and refined design make it a top-tier offering for people too conscious about sound quality. These earphones make more than a worthy choice for those searching for an earphone of high quality.
7 Proprietary Drivers, Hybrid Design
2 W9 Subwoofers, 2 Mid, 1 Mid-High, 1 High, 1 Super High
10-Way synX Crossover System
A.R.C. Resonance Mitigation Technology
Impedance: 14 ohms @ 1kHz
Frequency Response: 5 Hz - 40kHz
Sensitivity: 102dB @ 1kHz, 1mW
26AWG UPOCC Litz Copper Cable, Handcrafted by Effect Audio
You can purchase them at Musicteck
Intro
This isn’t one of those iems where you have to “burn in '' to know why they’re great. Within the first 10 seconds, you know why lx is awesome. I primarily listen to about 70% hip hop and R&B and these are probably in the top 3 for those genres. Actually, if you listen to hip hop, it’s felonious not to try Legend x. This is as close as it gets to car audio and the club!
legend x is the only iem I've heard that does what it does. The skull cracking violent bass that feels like it might rip your ears from your skull. At the same time it has the ability to remain balanced depending on the song and or source, dap/dac. If i need that itch scratched i can only go to lx. Legend x will be complimentary to just about any other iem.
If you are among the discerning listeners looking for an exceptional experience with your audio devices, you must have lx. These iems are designed exclusively for said purpose and are considered expensive. Empire Ears, founded in 2015, now stands as a reputable and famous name among listeners always anxious about sound quality. This premium quality and high-end headphones may cost much, but is it worth it? This review may help you to make the right decision.
How I learned about lx
Of course I heard about lx a long time ago, but never purchased it because I thought I might not like it and thought the tech is too old to compete with today’s technology. But I was wrong!
I read a review comparing u18s to Legend x. The review mentioned lx and u18s sound similar but the lx has a bigger stage with better separation. So I decided to do more research.
After four years of release, lx hype is still alive and well.
On Headfi, you can’t read anything without someone talking about Traillii, z1r or Legend x. It’s like you can’t talk about tv without someone inevitably mentioning “The Wire” or “Breaking Bad”. It’s like they’re hypnotized or something when discussing them. Reminds me of this: Family guy Breaking bad (and The Wire) 1080P
On one hand, I should have listened to it a long time ago. On the other hand, I’m glad I didn’t because I would’ve been too disappointed with alot of iems over the years.
I developed a method for making blind purchases and i take crin’s and bggar’s rankings into consideration mainly because they will admit when they don't like something and bggar listens to some of the same genres as I do. Because of them and other reviewers, I bought legend x.
Don’t let the age fool you!
Of course I heard about lx a long time ago, but never purchased it because I thought I might not like it and the tech is too old to compete with today’s technology.
The legend x is about four years old right now. However, it sounds better than the majority of new stuff I’ve tried. They sound like they were invented yesterday.
Empire Ears Legend X
Lx is one of the best HiFi earphones, offering high fidelity. These headphones will enable you to listen to a track or audio file as it was originally recorded. With no diminishing role to play in how you listen to your music, this company has been improving its quality and efficiency by launching improved products over the years. This company utilizes advanced high-tech units with various patents, including bone-conducting technologies.
Offering two collections, namely the EP series and the X series, Empire Ears takes care of all its customers. The EP series fulfills the need for professional uses, while the X series is a consumer-oriented product line. Both the range are manufactured to the most delicate designs and performance. In 2022 almost everyone will be familiar with the Empire Ears brand due to great communication, excellent product lineup, highly efficient and user-friendly website.
Quality and comfort
According to the drivers inside the Empire Ear legend X, the small size and fine quality fit in the ear with the right amount of pressure, enabling you to enjoy the sound at a suitable base and peak. Moreover, after long periods of use, it does not tire your ear.
Packaging and accessories
The packaging is a white box. I found this premium product in an all-black color scheme, and the classy packaging is the game. The beautiful case containing a smaller pouch, cleaning cloth, tool, and the dust bag having a large logo add to the product's specialty. The exquisite cable of your comes with your choice of connections, i.e., 2.5. 3.5 or 4.4 mm completes the premium look of the product. The attractive packaging contains everything stored securely and compactly. The accessories included are minimal but satisfactory.
Design
The freedom to customize your Empire Ears according to your imagination makes it a good deal where you can find the largest variety of shell colors and faceplates. You can get an idea of what your final product will look like with the help of the designer tool. So, you can spend as much time as you want to finalize and fine-tune the shell, plate, and logo combos and get the final design satisfying your tastes and style. If you are not fond of designing much, then the universal version, which comes in all black and a golden logo, will work for you in all times and moods. The shell size of the Legend X is smaller than the Empire Ears Legend X Evo, making it smarter and easy to wear for long periods.
The smooth and seamless shell border with no bumps and irregularities provides the finest quality to its users. This compact product is manufactured with superb technology of integrating more drivers into smaller shells, making them leaders in their field. With the outstanding fit and finish of the Empire Ears Legend X having no misaligned parts or sharp edges, it gives you the ultimate comfort and style you are looking for in a valuable headphone. The stainless steel nozzle prevents dirt and debris from entering the headphone. The carbon fiber and gold foil face panels create a beautiful look in the ear cavities. The upgraded metal vents manage better air pressure management, improving the driver units' performance. The dead gorgeous thick and weighty strand of the balanced cable increases the fantasy of the look.
Sound Quality
The Empire Ears describes the X series as a gadget to overwhelm the auditory senses with a vigorous spirit and energy of a live performance. That's what I wanted in my music: emotion and spirit. I was eager to find out whether Empire Ears legend x provides this experience. This product proved to satisfy its claim giving an excellent listening experience with the booming beat and energy. The noise isolation of Empire Ears is splendid. Dynamic drivers need some venting; therefore, some outside noise is expected, but they are great compared to their competitors. The impactful and thrilling response of the sound quality gives you satisfying, rich textures with clarity and sharp articulation, which creates a great resonance. This in-ear monitor's newly developed dual sides bone conduction driver provides transparent and clean sound output.
With a great bass, this headphone has a balanced sound where the mids are clear and present while the highs are not compromised. The legend X does a great job presenting distinct elements of any song while keeping everything cohesive, i.e., maracas, back vocals, etc.; the songs feel so powerful that even the space opening notes are packed like a punch.
It creates a great weight to vocals and instruments, playing them with a lively vibration. This energy level on the sound makes it addictive to listen to. These HiFi headphones maintain a strict level of fidelity, making the Empire Ears Legend X one of a kind. It captures me totally in its soundscape, and I feel immersed in a different world or universe.
Empire Ears legend X stands among the best new audiophile earphones in the market with excellent sound and refined design. Empire ears Legend X combines comfort with style with appropriate nozzle length and natural angle. The appropriate weight distribution makes the earphones comfortable for long periods without any issues.
Customer service
The customer service of the empire ears is outstanding, and they go above and beyond to facilitate and entertain their customers.
Conclusion
Empire ears legend X is one of the top-of-the-line earphones with a complete package of good quality and smooth sound with superior technologies and tuning capacities. Its premium material and refined design make it a top-tier offering for people too conscious about sound quality. These earphones make more than a worthy choice for those searching for an earphone of high quality.
ljnew
Lx and mest is complimentary IMHO. They're about equal in quality. I would say the mest has better separation and more technical. Better sub bass timber.
But the lx has better coherency and dynamics. Of course lx assumes the heart of every song is bass.
Just depends on somewhat what I'm listening to but more likely the mood I'm in will determine whether I reach for the mest or lx. But they're a great combination IMHO
But the lx has better coherency and dynamics. Of course lx assumes the heart of every song is bass.
Just depends on somewhat what I'm listening to but more likely the mood I'm in will determine whether I reach for the mest or lx. But they're a great combination IMHO
OhmsClaw
I have both.
They're tuned very differently and there's no substitute for LX bass.
The LX is the GOAT of bass. The LX SE has less bass, a mids bump and a treble resonance peak fix but effectively not worth the extra money for 95% the same tuning. The EVO has less bass but intros wide band BCD (mest is only low end), so you get a whole diff experience of the same flavor for 1,100 more.
Legend X new is still summit fi, it's just the rest of the industry went nuts breaking 3,4,5, and 6000 marks on in ears for prestige sake.... but it can also be had for an excellent second hand price (just call up Norcross and verify serial).
They're tuned very differently and there's no substitute for LX bass.
The LX is the GOAT of bass. The LX SE has less bass, a mids bump and a treble resonance peak fix but effectively not worth the extra money for 95% the same tuning. The EVO has less bass but intros wide band BCD (mest is only low end), so you get a whole diff experience of the same flavor for 1,100 more.
Legend X new is still summit fi, it's just the rest of the industry went nuts breaking 3,4,5, and 6000 marks on in ears for prestige sake.... but it can also be had for an excellent second hand price (just call up Norcross and verify serial).
Sources used:
- Calyx m
- Fiio M17
- Acoustic Research AR-m2
- Lg V60
- Iphone 6s plus
The reviewers had opposing opinions about which iem were top tier. However, they both agreed the mest mk2 was a great iem that competes and sounds better than iems twice it's price. So i had to give it a try.
The Mest mk2 is definitely imazing with a1 clarity. The instrument seperation , bass and treble is phenominal.
If you are looking for value for your money and a competitive totl iem, the Mest is the ultimate solution. The unique melody mest mk2 is not only affordable (compared to other high end iems) but also provides the same (often better) quality as other high-end IEMs. It utilizes a tribrid configuration, resulting in a 3d sound stage and broader frequency response. The unique melody mest mark 2 can be used for consumer listening as well as professional studio monitoring and applications.
Tech Specs
| Driver Types | Dynamic + Balanced Armature + Electrostatics (EST) +Bone Conduction (Dual Sides Bone Conduction), 4-Way Quadbrid |
| Driver Counts | 7+1(7 Traditional Drivers + Dual Sides Bone Conduction System) |
| Sensitivity | @1KHz 112 DBs |
| Frequency Response | 20Hz-70KHz |
| Cable Sockets | 2-Pin Flat |
| Shells | One Piece Carbon Fiber + Gold Foil |
| Crossover | 5-Way Crossover |
| Resistance | 12.3Ω |
| Driver Configuration | 1 Dynamic Bass Driver + 2 BA Mid Drivers+ 2 BA Treble Drivers +2 EST Ultra High Drivers + 1 Full Range B2 Bone Conduction Driver |
| Cable | UM Copper M2 Cable Custom Cable |
| Ear Tips | AZLA SednaEarfit Xelastec SS | MS | M |
The unique melody mest mk2 has a very nice build quality. This shell is made out of a single piece resin fused carbon fiber body and the golden flakes bring the unique touch. It has a mildly semi custom type body which sits inside the ear comfortably. The cable is also very sturdy and has a thickness of 1/16th of an inch (4mm) with a braided jacket for added durability. The fit is excellent, with no slippage or discomfort even after extended use.
Sound Signature
The sound signature for this earphone is balanced. Balanced means that the low, mid, and high frequencies are at the same volume level and neither frequency drowns the other frequency. This is good because it makes the music sound more realistic. People who like the balanced sound signature are usually professionals or people who have high-end audio equipment at home.
The sound signature of these hifi earphones is a tad warm but with a great sense of speed, clarity, and transparency. It has a large soundstage and good instrument separation, making for an enjoyable listening experience for both music and gaming.
The unique melody mest mkii has a neutral sound signature with a slight boost at the treble range and an excellent bass response. The bass is not boosted as much, but it is still very present. The unique melody mest mk2 has a very detailed soundstage and has some incredibly defined instrument separation and imaging.
Bass
The bass is emphasized outside of neutral but overall very well controlled for being a single dynamic driver. The sub-bass has excellent extension and there's no shortage of sub-bass rumble and enough mid-bass punch to keep even the hardest to please bass heads satisfied. The bass is punchy without being overwhelming, and it has a nice texture that adds a sense of warmth to the overall sound signature.
The bass is very deep and warm. Possibly the deepest and most extended bass. It has a very natural feel to it; not overpowering in any way but always present. Very well controlled with no boominess or overhang. It doesn't bleed into the mids, which helps with the detail retrieval in the rest of the frequency range.
These hifi earphones are very detailed with a neutral tonality but a slight boost in the upper bass, giving them a slightly warmer and more musical sound. This makes it an excellent choice for most genres of music while still providing enough detail to be enjoyable for critical listening.
The lows of the unique melody mest mkii are quick and well-controlled, with good detail and extension. They are neutral in quantity; they don't stand out or recede into the background. There is no midbass hump to muddy up the low frequencies, although a slight peak around 50 Hz gives some warmth to music like the bass guitar or kick drum tracks.
Mid
The mids are smooth and clear while still maintaining an excellent level of detail without sounding too sharp or shrill at all times. Very intimate and elaborate sound with great clarity, although not as forward as other earphones. It makes up for this by having a sweeter and more forgiving presentation. The vocals seem slightly more mellow without giving up any detail. The layering is also very good; instruments are clearly separated from each other with good air between them. The realism of their presentation will strike you. Not as wide of a sound stage as some other earphones, but still bigger than most in ear monitors
The lower mids of the unique melody mest mark 2 are very slightly recessed. This provides more separation between the mids and bass than you would get in another earphone. The upper mids have a nice amount of presence, which helps balance out the bass response nicely without making vocals sound too thin or harsh. The upper mids also have a nice amount of detail as well.
High and Treble
The highs are pretty good, too, and not as recessed as in the previous designs, which was a good change. The treble has a similar energy level as the bass and can be considered bright or dark, depending on your source. The treble is very detailed and sparkly and has a good extension that is not sibilant. It is slightly hot but can be tamed by switching to a different cable or dap. The high frequencies are well-extended without being overwhelming. They are slightly forward in the mix.
The unique melody mest mark 2 can be best described as a warm earphone with great musicality, transparency, and spaciousness. It has smooth highs with plenty of sparkle and air. This earphone is perfect for those looking for an easy-to-drive earphone with a non-fatiguing sound signature.
It is a staple for the community that loves audiophile earphones, with many people raving about its sound quality and design. It's an earphone well suited to those who like their music loud and proud but don't want to sacrifice detail or accuracy in pursuit of pure bass.
The unique earphone design also features a bass port that can be opened up to increase the bass response on the earphone, which gives it a full-bodied sound if desired. It also features an over-the-ear cable design, which helps to provide added comfort and stability when wearing these earphones for extended periods of time.
The unique product is made out of high-quality acrylic and has a clean design that is considered to mimic the shape of your ears. The audiophile earphones have a slightly wider base than most other IEMs, making them fit comfortably in your ears despite their large size. This is a very unique earphone with a sound signature that is unlike any other. The unique melody mest mkii has a warm and smooth sound signature like no other. Its soundstage is wide, transparent, and spacious, with ample separation between instruments. It also has great musicality, coherency, and an above-average sub-bass extension.
If LX is a 10/10, what do you rate MEST MKII?
The cable appears to be non-modular. Is this correct?