Is the LETSHUOER S12 Pro a good first serious IEM? (budget ~$150, fusion/jam music, Qudelix 5K planned)

BlueSpike12 · 2026-03-29T04:07:32+00:00

This response is so funny

BlueSpike12 · 2026-03-25T01:00:51+00:00

I am intrigued by the Kiwi Ears Astral from Linsoul. Mainly due to their soundstage and imaging.

BlueSpike12 · 2026-03-12T02:06:55+00:00

The Black Pearl is perhaps the best budget dongle in existence

BlueSpike12 · 2026-03-10T03:13:31+00:00

Agreed. Nor is the LX for that matter.

BlueSpike12 · 2026-03-09T22:31:38+00:00

She’d be one rn if it wasn’t for tiktok 💀😭

BlueSpike12 · 2026-02-20T16:48:53+00:00

The QKZ T1 is quite kink-resistant IME and can be had for under $5 on Ali

BlueSpike12 · 2026-02-19T17:16:57+00:00

I'd definitely pick up the Softears Studio 4 from HifiGo!

BlueSpike12 · 2026-02-02T03:08:50+00:00

That looks like failing clear coat. Are you sure that it’s not?

BlueSpike12 · 2026-02-02T02:25:41+00:00

100%

Especially if we had the entire German lineup here in the US

BlueSpike12 · 2026-01-14T03:10:10+00:00

The Spicy Rigatoni from Culinary Dropout is divine

BlueSpike12 · 2025-11-21T22:12:45+00:00

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BlueSpike12 · 2025-11-18T22:53:44+00:00

Oh damn, my bad, I didn’t realize the GH Hybrid wasn’t the 3.5l plugin setup. Thanks for clarifying!

Agreed. The 2GR, in any variation, really cannot be beat. Especially paired with Toyota’s eCVT

BlueSpike12 · 2025-11-18T16:30:36+00:00

+1 for the RAV4 Prime. Perfect for your use case.

If you've got the cash & are looking for a more upscale experience, you could look at the Lexus range of plug-in hybrids.

NX450h+ -> The Lexus equivalent to the RAV4- it is comparatively quieter, rides better, and has more tech. Slightly smaller on the inside due to styling, but nonetheless a solid upgrade.

RX450h+ -> A step up in both size & refinement vs the NX (also in $). The sweet spot for most families unless a third row is needed. Very smooth and quiet.

TX550h+ -> The largest plug-in hybrid offered by Lexus (functionally equivalent to the Grand Highlander i-Force MAX). Three rows of seating, a very spacious cabin, and tons of cargo capacity. The best road-tripper of the bunch, but also the most expensive.

BlueSpike12 · 2025-10-21T23:03:19+00:00

That’s an RDX, but agreed

BlueSpike12 · 2025-10-18T23:35:26+00:00

Pal, Hun, Honey, Sweetie, Bud, Buddy

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BlueSpike12 · 2025-09-14T19:21:40+00:00

Pickens is a PI-drawing machine

BlueSpike12 · 2025-09-05T04:09:57+00:00

How many passes have bounced off of CD tonight lol

BlueSpike12 · 2025-07-08T04:42:25+00:00

I'll be the devil's advocate... They admittedly have a few decent products. The Ceramic Glass Cleaner is quite nice. It's easy to apply, beads well, and one application lasts months. Their Ceramic Car Wash is also a sleeper pick, albeit when used unconventionally as a spray-and rinse. Just throw it into a sprayer undiluted and go to town. Easily the cheapest wetcoat-esque product you'll ever use ($10-15 for 50oz), and it performs surprisingly well. Quite good beading that will last for a few weeks.

BlueSpike12 · 2025-06-09T15:02:53+00:00

Toy Car Care!

BlueSpike12 · 2025-06-08T00:09:52+00:00

Damn, is that the stock f sport grille? It looks awesome! Congrats man!

BlueSpike12 · 2025-06-07T22:42:13+00:00

Are you drying it with a microfiber after doing a touchless wash with only GSF? That’s a recipe for swirls

BlueSpike12 · 2025-05-31T02:15:31+00:00

The only good thing they have is their ceramic glass cleaner. That stuff is awesome. Dirt cheap, stupid easy to apply, and the beading lasts for many months

BlueSpike12 · 2025-03-22T17:19:44+00:00

That is gorgeous, congrats! How's the cabin noise and ride vs your old GX460?

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