Shuoer S12 vs Simgot EM6L

Short answer: a tie on sound quality. Both are rated 4.5/5 (#62 and #63 of 450 in-ear headphones), so choose on features and fit.

The case for the Shuoer S12: A planar magnetic driver is unusual in an in-ear and gives a Harman score of 80 with a smooth 1.62 dB deviation. The tradeoff: A 4.2 dB peak near 8.2 kHz can make cymbals and sibilants slightly sharp, and treble from 6 to 10 kHz runs about 1.6 dB hot.

What the Simgot EM6L does well: Crinacle’s measurement returns a preference score of 80, and a deviation of only 1.51 dB means few uneven spots anywhere in the range. The tradeoff: The air band rises 5.5 dB above target with a 6.7 dB peak near 11.9 kHz, which some listeners will hear as extra sparkle or sharpness on cymbals.

Buy the Shuoer S12 or the Simgot EM6L on features: they are rated the same for sound quality at close to the same price.

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The Two Headphones In Full

Shuoer S12: $129.00 Amazon AliExpress eBay

Pros: A planar magnetic driver is unusual in an in-ear and gives a Harman score of 80 with a smooth 1.62 dB deviation. Bass is lifted about 1.9 dB, adding warmth and punch, while the upper mids and treble stay close to target. The 16 ohm impedance is easy to drive from a phone, and it matches the Final Audio A4000 on rating.

Cons: A 4.2 dB peak near 8.2 kHz can make cymbals and sibilants slightly sharp, and treble from 6 to 10 kHz runs about 1.6 dB hot. Presence from 3 to 6 kHz sits 2.4 dB under target with a 3.3 dB dip near 3.75 kHz, so vocals can lose some forwardness. The 102 dB per mW sensitivity asks for a bit more volume than efficient rivals.

Full Shuoer S12 review and specifications →

Released	2022 (4 years ago)
Back	Closed
Connection	Wired
Deviation From Target	1.62 dB standard deviation
Driver Type	Planar magnetic
Drivers	1 x 14.8mm planar magnetic
Form Factor	In-ear
Frequency Response	10Hz - 30kHz (Manufacturer specified)
Harman Preference Score	80 (measured by oratory1990, via AutoEQ)
Impedance	16 ohms
Sensitivity	102 dB/mW
Sub-bass Extension	Within 6 dB of target down to 20 Hz (-0.3 dB at 30 Hz)
Tonal Tilt	-0.11 (negative is warmer, positive brighter)

EQ preset to match the Harman target

Set a preamp of -2.5 dB, then add these filters in any parametric equalizer (Wavelet, Equalizer APO, Peace, or a player with parametric EQ). Calculated by AutoEQ from its measured frequency response.

Filter	Frequency	Gain	Q
Low shelf	105 Hz	+0.4 dB	0.70
Peak	776 Hz	+2.9 dB	0.76
Peak	162 Hz	-2.3 dB	0.89
Peak	2,097 Hz	-3.4 dB	0.90
Peak	3,690 Hz	+3.8 dB	1.44
High shelf	10,000 Hz	-3.6 dB	0.70
Peak	6,122 Hz	+1.6 dB	5.71
Peak	7,230 Hz	-0.7 dB	6.00
Peak	37 Hz	-0.3 dB	2.35
Peak	65 Hz	+0.2 dB	2.13

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Simgot EM6L AliExpress eBay

Pros: Crinacle’s measurement returns a preference score of 80, and a deviation of only 1.51 dB means few uneven spots anywhere in the range. Across 46 hobbyist measurements on squig.link the presence and upper mids sit within 0.3 dB of target, so vocals and instruments sound natural, while bass about 2.5 dB above target adds warmth. With 119 dB/V sensitivity and 26 ohms it drives easily from a phone or basic dongle.

Cons: The air band rises 5.5 dB above target with a 6.7 dB peak near 11.9 kHz, which some listeners will hear as extra sparkle or sharpness on cymbals. It is wired only and lists no microphone.

Full Simgot EM6L review and specifications →

Released	2023 (3 years ago)
Back	Closed
Connection	Wired
Deviation From Target	1.51 dB standard deviation
Driver Type	Hybrid (1 dynamic + 4 balanced armature)
Drivers	1 x 8mm dynamic + 4 x balanced armature
Form Factor	In-ear
Frequency Response	8Hz - 40kHz (Manufacturer specified)
Harman Preference Score	80 (measured by crinacle, via AutoEQ)
Impedance	26 ohms
Sensitivity	119 dB/Vrms
Sub-bass Extension	Within 6 dB of target down to 20 Hz (+0.1 dB at 30 Hz)
Tonal Tilt	-0.31 (negative is warmer, positive brighter)
Weight	0 lbs (7 g) per earbud

EQ preset to match the Harman target

Set a preamp of -1.9 dB, then add these filters in any parametric equalizer (Wavelet, Equalizer APO, Peace, or a player with parametric EQ). Calculated by AutoEQ from its measured frequency response.

Filter	Frequency	Gain	Q
Low shelf	105 Hz	+0.5 dB	0.70
Peak	176 Hz	-2.5 dB	0.73
Peak	839 Hz	+2.1 dB	1.27
Peak	8,479 Hz	+1.8 dB	2.59
Peak	5,586 Hz	+1.6 dB	4.29
High shelf	10,000 Hz	-1.8 dB	0.70
Peak	3,212 Hz	-0.8 dB	2.70
Peak	2,167 Hz	+0.8 dB	2.93
Peak	37 Hz	-0.2 dB	2.16
Peak	1,399 Hz	-0.4 dB	3.64

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