64 Audio A2e VS Elysian Pilgrim Noir

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64 Audio A2e and Elysian Pilgrim Noir use 2BA and 1DD+3BA driver setups respectively. 64 Audio A2e costs $700 while Elysian Pilgrim Noir costs $800. Elysian Pilgrim Noir is $100 more expensive. Elysian Pilgrim Noir holds a decisive 3.6-point edge in reviewer scores (3.9 vs 7.4). Elysian Pilgrim Noir has significantly better bass with a 3-point edge, Elysian Pilgrim Noir has significantly better mids with a 4-point edge, Elysian Pilgrim Noir has significantly better treble with a 2.5-point edge, Elysian Pilgrim Noir has significantly better dynamics with a 3.8-point edge, Elysian Pilgrim Noir has significantly better details with a 3.5-point edge and Elysian Pilgrim Noir has significantly better imaging with a 4-point edge.

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Metric 64 Audio A2e Elysian Pilgrim Noir
Bass 4 7
Mids 3 7
Treble 4 6.5
Details 3 6.5
Soundstage 3.9 7
Imaging 3 7
Dynamics 3 6.8
Tonality 4.1 7.5
Technicalities 4 7.3

64 Audio A2e Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Precogvision
Crin

Average Reviewer Score:

3.9

Poor


Elysian Pilgrim Noir Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Fresh Reviews
Super* Review
Jays Audio Jaytiss Smirk Audio
Z-Reviews Gizaudio Axel

Average Reviewer Score:

7.4

Generally Favorable


64 Audio A2e User Review Score

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64 Audio A2e Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

  • The gaming score is prioritizing technical capabilities of the IEM (Separation, Layering, Soundstage) and good value.

Gaming Score

3.5

Gaming Grade

D+

Elysian Pilgrim Noir Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

  • The gaming score is prioritizing technical capabilities of the IEM (Separation, Layering, Soundstage) and good value.

Gaming Score

6.8

Gaming Grade

B+

64 Audio A2e Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

C-
  • Significantly flawed tuning. Noticeable frequency imbalances and unnatural timbre distract from music. Lacks versatility across recordings.

Average Technical Grade

C-
  • Limited resolution; finer nuances are masked. Soundstage feels narrow, and complex passages cause muddiness. Transitions lack finesse.
Bass C-
Subdued bass response that stays mostly in the background. Lacks energy and impact but maintains basic definition.
Mids D
Midrange is significantly uneven with coloration. Some frequencies are boosted while others are missing, creating an unnatural tone.
Treble C-
Average treble performance - present but lacking refinement. Some graininess or splashiness affects clarity.
Dynamics D
Noticeably compressed dynamics. Musical expression suffers with weak transients and poor contrast between quiet and loud sections.
Details D
Modest detail presentation with significant loss of texture. Nuances are masked and complex passages become congested.
Imaging D
Modest imaging with basic left/right positioning. Lacks precision for center placement and suffers from positional blurring.
Gaming D+
Compromised imaging significantly impacts gameplay awareness. Directional cues often lack accuracy or consistency. Bad value-to-cost for gaming purpose - not recommended

Elysian Pilgrim Noir Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

A
  • Well-executed tonal character. No major flaws with good technical control. Smooth presentation works with multiple genres.

Average Technical Grade

A-
  • Competent technical presentation. Handles separation and detail well in most tracks, with modest soundstage and acceptable imaging capabilities.
Bass A-
Strong, well-defined bass with good texture. Delivers satisfying punch and rumble without overwhelming other frequencies.
Mids A-
Excellent midrange with natural timbre and great detail retrieval. Vocals are forward and emotive with lifelike instrument reproduction.
Treble B+
Good treble response - clear and detailed without fatigue. Well-extended with proper air and sparkle.
Dynamics B+
Good dynamic expression with solid impact. Handles volume contrasts well while maintaining good transient snap.
Soundstage A-
Excellent spatial presentation - wide, deep and tall. Precise instrument placement with clear separation in all dimensions.
Details B+
Good resolution with clear articulation of nuances. Reveals recording nuances and maintains clarity in complex passages.
Imaging A-
Excellent imaging: precise and stable placement. Instruments occupy specific points in space with tangible positions.
Gaming B+
Respectable environmental presentation favors atmosphere over precision. Detects obvious directional cues while conveying game world ambiance. Bad value-to-cost for gaming purpose - not recommended

64 Audio A2e Reviews

Reviewed by: Crin

Crin 4.5 Reviewer Score
C Tuning
C+ Tech
A rather interesting "V-but-also-not" signature. Can get a little hot in the treble.

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Reviewed by: Precogvision

Precogvision 3.2 Reviewer Score
D+ Tuning
D Tech
Bloated mid-bass and extremely dark upper-midrange and treble results in hazy, uninspired listen.

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Bass: C- Mids: D Treble: C- Dynamics: D Details: D Imaging: D

Elysian Pilgrim Noir Reviews

Reviewed by: Z-Reviews

Z-Reviews 8.5 * score normalized
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Reviewed by: Gizaudio Axel

Gizaudio Axel 8 Reviewer Score
A+ Tuning
A+ Tech
Sound is similar to the original Pilgrim. Bassier than the original Pilgrim with similar resolution.

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Reviewed by: Jays Audio

Jays Audio 7.5 Reviewer Score
S- Tuning
A+ Tech
Good but expensive. Recommended if you can find it for around $500. Direct upgrade to the AFUL Explorer. Scales great. Reminds me of the EJ07M but a bit smoother and less dynamic. Prefer it more than the OG pilgrim, but definitely not worth $400 more lol.

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Reviewed by: Jaytiss

Jaytiss 7.5 Reviewer Score
B+ Tuning
B Tech
Way different than Pilgrim OG, less bright. Smoothe.

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Mids: A- Treble: B Dynamics: B Soundstage: A-

Reviewed by: Smirk Audio

Smirk Audio 7 Reviewer Score
A- Tuning
A- Tech
Cons: Similar to Pilgrim OG at twice the price.

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Bass: A- Mids: A- Treble: A- Dynamics: A Details: B+ Imaging: A-

Reviewed by: Super* Review

Super* Review 6* * score normalized
Relaxed at the vocal region compared to orignial Pilgrim. Too expensive. Texturing is a little bit better than original Pilgrim

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Reviewed by: Fresh Reviews

Fresh Reviews 5.5* * The score of this reviewer influences only the Gaming Score
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