EarSonics Stark VS Symphonium x Elise Audio Europa

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EarSonics Stark and Symphonium x Elise Audio Europa use 1DD+4BA and 4BA driver setups respectively. EarSonics Stark costs $1,540 while Symphonium x Elise Audio Europa costs $1,550. Symphonium x Elise Audio Europa is $10 more expensive. Symphonium x Elise Audio Europa holds a decisive 5.3-point edge in reviewer scores (3.2 vs 8.5).

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Metric EarSonics Stark Symphonium x Elise Audio Europa
Bass 3.2 8.8
Mids 3.2 7.8
Treble 3.2 8.2
Details 3.2 8
Soundstage 3.2 8.5
Imaging 3.2 8
Dynamics 3.2 8
Tonality 3 8.2
Technicalities 4 8.3

EarSonics Stark Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Precogvision Crin

Average Reviewer Score:

3.2

Very Poor


Symphonium x Elise Audio Europa Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Smirk Audio
Precogvision
Jaytiss

Average Reviewer Score:

8.5

Very Positive


EarSonics Stark User Review Score

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EarSonics Stark Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

2.2

Gaming Grade

E+

Symphonium x Elise Audio Europa 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+

EarSonics Stark Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

D
  • 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.
Gaming E+
Compromised imaging significantly impacts gameplay awareness. Directional cues often lack accuracy or consistency. Bad value-to-cost for gaming purpose - not recommended

Symphonium x Elise Audio Europa Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

A+
  • Refined execution with coherent frequency integration. Natural timbre reproduction and engaging presentation. Strong versatility.

Average Technical Grade

A+
  • Very competent with articulate presentation. Well-defined layers and precise imaging. Soundstage is immersive and handles dynamics well.
Bass S-
Excellent bass response - powerful yet controlled. Deep extension with authoritative slam while maintaining clarity.
Mids A
Excellent midrange with natural timbre and great detail retrieval. Vocals are forward and emotive with lifelike instrument reproduction.
Treble A+
Superb treble: effortless extension with crystal clarity. Perfect balance of sparkle and smoothness with exceptional detail.
Dynamics A+
Superb dynamic range - powerful yet nuanced. Exceptional transient response with lifelike impact and subtle volume gradations.
Soundstage S-
Exceptional soundstage with holographic imaging. Creates a truly three-dimensional space where instruments float naturally around you.
Details A+
Exceptional resolution that uncovers the deepest layers. Retrieves even the most minute details while maintaining natural timbre.
Imaging A+
Exceptional imaging with holographic precision. Creates a palpable sense of physical placement with perfect positional stability.
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

EarSonics Stark Reviews

Reviewed by: Precogvision

Precogvision 3.3 Reviewer Score
D Tuning
C- Tech
Silly amounts of bass without the midrange and treble to balance it out properly.

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Reviewed by: Crin

Crin 3 Reviewer Score
D Tuning
C- Tech
Typical Earsonics house sound of "screwed up midrange", now with DD bass.

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Symphonium x Elise Audio Europa Reviews

Reviewed by: Jaytiss

Jaytiss 9.4 Reviewer Score
A+ Tuning
S Tech
One of the best things Elise and Symphonium have done. Love it.

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Mids: A+ Treble: S Dynamics: A+ Soundstage: S-

Reviewed by: Precogvision

2025-09-17
Precogvision 8.1 Reviewer Score
A+ Tuning
A+ Tech
Slightly more tame than the Crimson but more well-rounded as a result. Something like a slightly refined U12t.

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Bass: S Mids: A+ Treble: A+ Dynamics: A+ Details: A+ Imaging: A+

Reviewed by: Smirk Audio

Smirk Audio 7.9 Reviewer Score
A Tuning
A+ Tech
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Bass: S- Mids: A Treble: A Dynamics: A+ Details: A+ Imaging: A+

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