I absolutely love this IEM because of how musical and relaxing it is. It's got the right amount of bass, pretty technical, but yet it's something I grab when I want to relax at the end of the day. Even metal sounds musical with it. The P8 effectively replaced my Tea 2, because it gave me similar vibes but with much more comfort and technical performance. I pretty much sold everything except for this and my IE600, which is what I go for when I want more oomph or even more technicality.
Spot on! I now use this and the Penon Fan2 - lushly grand musical. They are the two main IEMs in circulation right now. P8s with better sub -bass and Fan2 with lovely mid-bass that coats that mids rather sweetly , just to my taste. P8's more treble-rich and sparky without harshness, Fan2''s treble is smoother. Basically, both complement each other well.
How do you compare the fit from the Performer 8 to Kiwi Ear's Orchestra Lite? I find the Orchestra is too big, and the unvented design isolates too much the sound to my liking :/
Would’ve snagged P8 at CJ if the Hook-X wasn’t already in my collection. I echo your accolades on the sweet, sweet P8 fit. Aful is for real and has my respect…Aful Cantor is 🔥
@@SuperReviewi really dislike the SSR and truthear cables. I really like the color choice of P8 cable to match shells Otherwise cables that are a little thicker and softer I like a lot.
Great detailed review as usual. The aful 8 looks awesome. I really like the design they chose although more color variantions would have been nice. Also maybe a modular jack too at this price.
Nice review . Quick question I tried the blessing 3 and found the bass lacking and couldn't turn the volume up without the vocals being shouty Do you think I will jave a better experience with the S8 or Variations? Thanks
so I have the orchestra lites, but want just a little more bass ( slighty more rumble) and maybe a small bump in treble ( cymbals lack some definition in my opinion) and sound far back or get lost in the mix especially in metal and more busy tracks. im okay with the sound mostly and love them for being good sounding in just about every song i listen to. I heard theses might be what im looking for, or would something else be like an "upgrade to the orchestra lite in bass and treble" honestly I want just a little more bass and treble but a similar signature to the orchestra. anyone has any suggestions?
I compared them a bit in the Canon II review. The Performer 8 is closer t my ideal sound, while the Canon is more unique. Personally I'd take Blessing 3 over both.
My chin slider isn't functional at all, it's twice as big as it needs to be, just slides right down with no resistance. It's the only thing that makes me want to change the cable.
A high quality cable will change your review evaluation of this set of IEM Mark , this stock cable looks high quality but not in performance Thank You .
@@SuperReview stock cable is really shiit to me Mark ,high quality cable do help with faster information transfer rate = cleaner sounding . try a $20 iem cheap cable to your $1000 iem , after doing this you will agree with me Mark !
I absolutely love this IEM because of how musical and relaxing it is. It's got the right amount of bass, pretty technical, but yet it's something I grab when I want to relax at the end of the day. Even metal sounds musical with it. The P8 effectively replaced my Tea 2, because it gave me similar vibes but with much more comfort and technical performance. I pretty much sold everything except for this and my IE600, which is what I go for when I want more oomph or even more technicality.
Spot on! I now use this and the Penon Fan2 - lushly grand musical. They are the two main IEMs in circulation right now. P8s with better sub -bass and Fan2 with lovely mid-bass that coats that mids rather sweetly , just to my taste. P8's more treble-rich and sparky without harshness, Fan2''s treble is smoother. Basically, both complement each other well.
Mark likes blessing 3 better what do you think mate ?
Great review, Mark. I have a P5 and I love that set. I got to listen to P8 at CanJam and it was really nice as well. I guess I am an AFUL fan.
Don't be so hard on yourself!
Tonality wise how does it compare to the Performer 5? Based on what you hear.
How do you compare the fit from the Performer 8 to Kiwi Ear's Orchestra Lite? I find the Orchestra is too big, and the unvented design isolates too much the sound to my liking :/
Performer 8 is vented, so it won't have that same issue. Size wise it's pretty similar.
@@SuperReview Thanks! That's a relief, as the vented design is what bothers me most :)
Would’ve snagged P8 at CJ if the Hook-X wasn’t already in my collection. I echo your accolades on the sweet, sweet P8 fit. Aful is for real and has my respect…Aful Cantor is 🔥
How do these compare the Softears Studio 4?
Nice! The p8 has been my favorite iem this year. (I find my taste in iems is very similar to yours except for evaluation of cables)
How do our cable evals differ?
@@SuperReviewi really dislike the SSR and truthear cables. I really like the color choice of P8 cable to match shells Otherwise cables that are a little thicker and softer I like a lot.
You might like the Juzear cable :D
how the p8 compares to Blessing 3 mate ??
Do you find the 6~7 kHz area a bit too much on the P8, compare to some other neutral IEMs?
I don't find it intense, but it may contribute to the thinness.
That was an Aful review.
Take it back.
Naah, you are breathtaking!
Which esrtips are you using in the review, greetings and I really like your videos
3:56 Spinfits W1
@@ivicz_balint thanks 😃
Is this better then hype 4
how it competes Xenns Top or SA6 mkii?
go Zenns Top
Was wondering but have u got a truthear nova unit to review? If not, will you buy one and review it?
Yes, review soon.
@@SuperReview just a meme because of the name though it'd be funny if you do it, but comparison with Supernova? haha
Supernova II Turbo
Great detailed review as usual. The aful 8 looks awesome. I really like the design they chose although more color variantions would have been nice.
Also maybe a modular jack too at this price.
Please review the Performer 5 as well and compare it with this one as well as others in it's price segment.
People say it's a great value option...
It got a short: th-cam.com/users/shortshNtGmjzPk5Q
@@SuperReview Thanks for the reply 😊✌🏻
Hope your home remodel is wrapping up nicely and also hasn’t driven you into bankruptcy!
🤞🤞🤞🤞🤞🤞
Nice review .
Quick question
I tried the blessing 3 and found the bass lacking and couldn't turn the volume up without the vocals being shouty
Do you think I will jave a better experience with the S8 or Variations?
Thanks
s8 is shouty too
variations is even shoutier in a way due to having reduced upper mass to balance the treble out
IMO none of those are bassy sets. If you want more bass with less upper midrange, I'd look at something not Moondrop.
Thanka
@@SuperReviewthanks
Just save for 7tha supernova
Great review! Would you pick this over the tea 2?
I think so. Been a while since I listened to Tea 2 though.
so I have the orchestra lites, but want just a little more bass ( slighty more rumble) and maybe a small bump in treble ( cymbals lack some definition in my opinion) and sound far back or get lost in the mix especially in metal and more busy tracks. im okay with the sound mostly and love them for being good sounding in just about every song i listen to. I heard theses might be what im looking for, or would something else be like an "upgrade to the orchestra lite in bass and treble" honestly I want just a little more bass and treble but a similar signature to the orchestra. anyone has any suggestions?
IMO consider Binary Chopin.
it has subbass not much midbass , this p8 will disapoint you.
Do you prefer the Performer 8 over the Blessing 3?
No.
b3 people complaining a bit shouty.
What is better for you performer8 or Yanyin Canon2?
I compared them a bit in the Canon II review. The Performer 8 is closer t my ideal sound, while the Canon is more unique. Personally I'd take Blessing 3 over both.
My chin slider isn't functional at all, it's twice as big as it needs to be, just slides right down with no resistance. It's the only thing that makes me want to change the cable.
a better cable is required for better cleaner sound for p8 mate.
How come you're not in your regular studio?
Doing a home renovation.
I don t understand why they scooped the 3khz that much
This set seems to have a lot of air which might explain the not so natural timbre.
I'm guessing the Monarch MKII is an improvement.
not enough air at all.
Love you love you love you! My wish come true
My Performer 8’s are very close in sound quality to my $10,000 home system. Very neutral and accurate to the recording.
do you eq your $10k home sound system with a good DAC , i'm curious ? and try different positioning ?
guys
AFUL is a meme only in english... it's pretty ok for the rest of the world.
What about "Schiit"?
Hmmm.... This one is aful tempting for me......
IMO wait for another I'm reviewing soon...
@@SuperReview 🫣
@@SuperReview hmmm nezha?
A high quality cable will change your review evaluation of this set of IEM Mark , this stock cable looks high quality but not in performance Thank You .
No.
@@SuperReview stock cable is really shiit to me Mark ,high quality cable do help with faster information transfer rate = cleaner sounding . try a $20 iem cheap cable to your $1000 iem , after doing this you will agree with me Mark !
@@Greg.Siucrazyforaudio2016 I literally have a cheap $20 IEM cable (from Chu 2) on some of my favorite IEMs (Blessing, S8), makes no difference.
timmy says this has bad imaging but mark says its good, who is right lol 😂
this set is not as good as people think .
AFUL Performer IEM must be good. Otherwise, it becomes AWFUL Performer.
Nic
"Awful" Performer 8 - every reviewer
It's become a meme because of lazy reviewers
a fool
Aful and his IEMs are soon parted 😇
$40 KZ zsn pro , that's all you need, your welcome
garbage
😊This is not the stock cable
yes it is :)
stock cable dosen't sound good mate .
hey dude I don't think you know too much!
Did you even watch his video?.
Looks like notification is on to hate
Mark easily knows more than me, also he doesn't shill.
Compare that with the plethora of people who give everything a positive review.