Ambient Acoustics MAD16 VS Alpha Omega Omega

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Ambient Acoustics MAD16 and Alpha Omega Omega use 16BA and 1DD+4BA+4EST driver setups respectively. Ambient Acoustics MAD16 costs $2,500 while Alpha Omega Omega costs $2,699. Alpha Omega Omega is $199 more expensive. Alpha Omega Omega holds a decisive 4.1-point edge in reviewer scores (4.5 vs 8.6). Alpha Omega Omega carries a user score of 9.

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Metric Ambient Acoustics MAD16 Alpha Omega Omega
Bass 4.5 8.9
Mids 4.5 8.6
Treble 4.5 8.7
Details 4.5 8.8
Soundstage 4.5 9
Imaging 4.5 8.6
Dynamics 4.5 8.9
Tonality 4 8.8
Technicalities 6 8.7
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Ambient Acoustics MAD16 Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Crin

Average Reviewer Score:

4.5

Generally Unfavorable

Alpha Omega Omega Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Smirk Audio Head-Fi.org
Web Search

Average Reviewer Score:

8.6

Excellent

Reviews Comparison

Ambient Acoustics MAD16 (more reviews)

Ambient Acoustics MAD16 reviewed by Crin

Crin 4.5 Reviewer Score
C- Tuning
B Tech
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Alpha Omega Omega reviewed by Smirk Audio

Smirk Audio 8.3 Reviewer Score
A+ Tuning
A+ Tech
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Bass: S- Mids: A+ Treble: S- Dynamics: S- Details: S- Imaging: A+

Alpha Omega Omega reviewed by Head-Fi.org

Head-Fi.org 8.5 * score rescaled + normalized
2 community members have rated the Alpha Omega: OMEGA at an average of 4.5/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Outstanding.

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Alpha Omega Omega reviewed by Web Search

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Web Search 9.1 Reviewer Score
S Tuning
S Tech

Alpha Omega’s Omega is a flagship tri-brid IEM built around a 9-driver array—1DD+4BA+4EST—with a 6-way passive crossover and three tuning switches that yield eight profiles; the large resin shells use wide nozzles to route four sound tubes. The MSRP is $2,699, and the stock “Amethyst” cable comes via Astral Acoustics. These hardware and design details are documented in Headfonics’ review and the MusicTeck listing .

Sonically, the Omega presents a balanced baseline with authoritative bass, a smooth and lush midrange, and airy EST-assisted treble; stage width and separation are notably strong, with precise imaging. Fit can be tip-dependent due to the big nozzles, but isolation and comfort are solid once seated. These impressions (including bass quality, midrange character, wide soundstage, and fit caveats) align with detailed notes from Headfonics and community reports on Head-Fi/HifiGuides .

Bass: S Mids: S Treble: S- Dynamics: S Soundstage: S Details: S Imaging: S

Ambient Acoustics MAD16 User Review Score

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Alpha Omega Omega User Review Score

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Based on 1 user reviews

9

Outstanding

Ambient Acoustics MAD16 Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

3.9

Gaming Grade

D+

Alpha Omega Omega Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

7.2

Gaming Grade

A-

Ambient Acoustics MAD16 Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

C-
  • Expect a patchy tonal profile that makes instrumentation feel mismatched. EQ is almost mandatory to tame the response.

Average Technical Grade

B
  • The presentation is steady if unspectacular, holding onto essential details when the music stays simple. Fine details occasionally slip through the cracks.
Gaming D+
Compromised imaging significantly impacts gameplay awareness. Directional cues often lack accuracy or consistency. Bad value-to-cost for gaming purpose - not recommended

Alpha Omega Omega Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

S-
  • It offers a luxurious, natural presentation with spot-on balance across the spectrum. Vocals and instruments weave together seamlessly.

Average Technical Grade

S-
  • Expect top-tier articulation, where staging, imaging, and transient control feel effortless. It keeps instruments locked in place effortlessly.
Bass S-
Bass performance is excellent, combining depth with rock-solid control. Basslines feel tactile and enveloping.
Mids S-
It offers a luxurious, resolving midrange that captures micro-detail beautifully. Every vocal inflection is captured.
Treble S-
Expect a radiant top end that paints every sparkle with precision. Harmonics soar without turning edgy.
Dynamics S-
Expect thrilling dynamics that move effortlessly from whispers to roars. Explosive moments sound thrilling.
Soundstage S
Reference-class soundstage delivering a perfectly spherical presentation with seemingly infinite space. Spatial cues extend seemingly without limit.
Details S-
Complex productions unravel completely, letting you examine every thread. Textures are rendered with exquisite finesse.
Imaging S-
Even dense mixes remain locked in place, reinforcing the illusion of physical performers. The stage remains stable regardless of complexity.
Gaming A-
Good fundamental spatial awareness for most gaming scenarios. Handles basic positioning well but may lack nuance in complex situations. Bad value-to-cost for gaming purpose - not recommended

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9

Great balance, great sub bass and mid bass punch, airy highs without being bright or sibilant, and great imaging.

Tuning: S Tech: S- Bass: S Mids: S Treble: S Dynamics: S Soundstage: S Details: S- Imaging: S
Pros
Great sub bass and mid bass punch, vocals aren’t recessed, sparkly treble, wide 3d soundstage, good technicals.
Cons
Packaging is a bit sparse, and I would like a bit more punch.

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