UM Universal MEST MKII (New Packaging)

I also have mezzo and monarch mk3. mest is definetely on par with them, better in some areas, worst in some other. Brief comparison with monarch3, mest mk2 has wider soundstage, somewhat better seperation, the tone is a bit thicker on monarch that becomes better some songs causes problem with some other songs.

Is it the effect of the bone conduction drivers? The
music sounds emotional.

Incredible sound

Sold a pair and regretted it. Glad to have it back

There are many, many reviews of this IEM, so any remarks I make here won't be very useful. In fact, 3+ years of great reviews is what made me so interested in this set. If you are trying to make a purchasing decision regarding the Mest MKII, so ahead and buy it. The legends are true. It is so fun!

Here are three observations. These are minor things that I learned after hearing it for myself:
- I received the new packaging, which is not described in most reviews. I tried several different aftermarket tips when I first got my Mest MKII, but the included tips in this new packaging are the best for me.

-The bass did surprise me, deeper and bigger than I thought. This is a happy surprise: it is delicious.

-I read many reviews saying the Mest MKII is brutal on old recordings, but I don't find that to be true, at least in my library. Old R&B, Jazz, and poorly-recorded Funk sound natural and alive.

If you are eyeing the Mest MKII, go ahead and buy it. Buy it here from MusicTeck: I cannot find it at a better price. Shipping was fast and free. Communication before the sale was really good too.