Elysian Acoustics Dio VS PMG Audio Apx SE

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Elysian Acoustics Dio Aggregated Review Score

Elysian Acoustics Dio Average Reviewer Scores

Smirk Audio

Average Reviewer Score:

8.7

Very Positive

PMG Audio Apx SE Aggregated Review Score

PMG Audio Apx SE Average Reviewer Scores

Smirk Audio
Z-Reviews

Average Reviewer Score:

9.3

Overwhelmingly Positive

Elysian Acoustics Dio Details

Driver Configuration: n/a

Tuning Type: W-Shaped

Price (Msrp): $14,000

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PMG Audio Apx SE Details

Driver Configuration: 1DD+8BA+1Rectangular Planar+1Round Planar

Tuning Type: Warm U-shaped

Price (Msrp): $6,000

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Elysian Acoustics Dio Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

7.3

Gaming Grade

A-

PMG Audio Apx SE Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

7.1

Gaming Grade

A-

Elysian Acoustics Dio 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

S
  • Outstanding resolution and control. Effortlessly retrieves micro-details, with holographic staging and fast transients. Handles chaos with poise.
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 S-
Superb treble: effortless extension with crystal clarity. Perfect balance of sparkle and smoothness with exceptional detail.
Dynamics S
Reference-class dynamics: perfect micro/macro contrast with lightning transients. Utterly realistic reproduction of musical energy.
Details S
Reference-class detail: microscopic resolution with perfect texture reproduction. Nothing is lost, revealing the absolute truth of the recording.
Imaging S-
Exceptional imaging with holographic precision. Creates a palpable sense of physical placement with perfect positional stability.
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

PMG Audio Apx SE 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

S-
  • Excellent clarity and detail. Precise imaging and expansive soundstage. Manages complex passages with minimal smearing and good transient speed.
Bass S
World-class bass performance. Perfectly balanced between visceral impact, texture, and depth with zero bleed into mids.
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 S-
Superb dynamic range - powerful yet nuanced. Exceptional transient response with lifelike impact and subtle volume gradations.
Details S
Reference-class detail: microscopic resolution with perfect texture reproduction. Nothing is lost, revealing the absolute truth of the recording.
Imaging S-
Exceptional imaging with holographic precision. Creates a palpable sense of physical placement with perfect positional stability.
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

Elysian Acoustics Dio Reviews

Elysian Acoustics Dio reviewed by:

Smirk Audio 8.7 Reviewer Score
A+ Tuning
S Tech
Excellent resolution and dynamics. Female vocals are extremely forward and the bass too elevated. Prototype demo unit from CanJam NYC 2025. Cons: Price, tuning.

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Smirk Audio Head-Fi Profile

- Smirk Audio
Bass: S- Mids: A- Treble: S- Dynamics: S Details: S Imaging: S-

PMG Audio Apx SE Reviews

PMG Audio Apx SE reviewed by:

Smirk Audio 8.5 Reviewer Score
A+ Tuning
S- Tech
Great resolution and layering. Great bass texture and punch. Mids have a small timbral issue. Refined, resolving highs. Analogue tone. Engaging yet non-fatiguing. Cons: Shells prone to cracking.

Smirk Audio original ranking

Smirk Audio Head-Fi Profile

- Smirk Audio
Bass: S Mids: A Treble: A+ Dynamics: S- Details: S Imaging: S-

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