Monarch MKIII

the iem that fulfills all your need above doesn't exist 😂 I'd recommend two sets: mangird top pro / tea pro se monarch mk3/4 top pro is not as versatile as monarchs but it's more comfortable. monarchs are good at EDM but not great. long term comfort is also an issue because it's shell is bulky. go for monarchs if you're willing to eq because for me, it's treble extension is amazing.

Scammy companies making dozens of models to confuse people so they buy lots?  What else goes on. The simplest solution is 7HZ Zero 2. Then call it a day. Don't get scammed I am saying this from experience, I got up to monarch mk3

I mean if you go by strictly measurements, Airpods Pro 2 (on rtings) and Monarchs "best of the absolute best it doesnt get better then this" 1000$ monarch mk3 (on rtings) are neck and neck, if not the Airpods Pro 2 measuring more accurately. I have zero reason to believe more expensive iems are better, and my ears dont really convince me either

U12t is more laidback compared to the monarchs, which sounds more exciting because of the way the treble and mids are tuned. U12t vocals are neutral and don't sound as intimate compared to the monarchs, which I do find a touch more intimate. Both have really good bass but bass nuance and quality is better on the U12t, the bass on the monarchs sound more natural. Both are detailed iems but...U12t is effortlessly resolving and more "holographic" in staging (like the music is wrapping around my head). However, I think if someone is trying to choose between the two, I would recommend the Monarch Mk3. Mainly because the U12T is something you can appreciate more after trying everything else. They don't 'WOW' you immediately, and you know what you're looking for, especially in terms of personal preference on sound and tuning.

That's how different ears can be - for me it's the other way around, I really like the MMk3, but I didn't like both of the tuning options of the MMk4 as much.

I tried the Thieaudio Monarch III and it was one of the best sounding audio devices, of any type, I've ever heard. I've listened to the HE-1, and I feel like the Monarchs left me just as impressed - but in different ways.