Elysian Apostle VS ThieAudio Prestige LTD
IEM Comparison: Expert & Community Scores Side-by-Side
Elysian Apostle and ThieAudio Prestige LTD use 1DD+2BA+2EST and 1DD+4BA+4EST driver setups respectively. Elysian Apostle costs $1,799 while ThieAudio Prestige LTD costs $1,300. Elysian Apostle is $499 more expensive. Elysian Apostle holds a clear 0.6-point edge in reviewer scores (8.9 vs 8.3). Elysian Apostle has significantly better mids with a 1.2-point edge, Elysian Apostle has significantly better dynamics with a 1.8-point edge and Elysian Apostle has better soundstage with a 0.5-point edge.
Insights
| Metric | Elysian Apostle | ThieAudio Prestige LTD |
|---|---|---|
| Bass | 8.9 | 7.5 |
| Mids | 9 | 7.8 |
| Treble | 8 | 7.8 |
| Details | 8.9 | 7.3 |
| Soundstage | 8.5 | 8 |
| Imaging | 8.9 | 7.5 |
| Dynamics | 8 | 6.3 |
| Tonality | 8.7 | 7.8 |
| Technicalities | 8.8 | 7.8 |
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Elysian Apostle Details
Driver Configuration: 1DD+2BA+2EST
Tuning Type: V-Shaped
Brand: Elysian Top Elysian IEMs
Price (Msrp): $1,799
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ThieAudio Prestige LTD Details
Driver Configuration: 1DD+4BA+4EST
Tuning Type: n/a
Brand: ThieAudio Top ThieAudio IEMs
Price (Msrp): $1,300
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Elysian Apostle User Review Score
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Elysian Apostle Gaming Score
Gaming Score & Grade
- The gaming score is prioritizing technical capabilities of the IEM (Separation, Layering, Soundstage) and good value.
Gaming Score
7.3Gaming Grade
A-ThieAudio Prestige LTD Gaming Score
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6.8Gaming Grade
B+Elysian Apostle Scorings
Average Technical & Tuning Grades
Average Tunign Grade
S-- Highly polished technical execution. Excellent frequency synergy creates an immersive experience. Enhances musical content.
Average Technical Grade
S-- Excellent clarity and detail. Precise imaging and expansive soundstage. Manages complex passages with minimal smearing and good transient speed.
ThieAudio Prestige LTD 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- Good technical performance. Clear separation and decent detail retrieval across various tracks. Soundstage shows reasonable width and depth.
Elysian Apostle Reviews
9.4
Reviewer Score
Instrument separation is good, and is a nice darkness, but can be silbilant. Jaytiss Youtube Channel
9
Reviewer Score
Exceptional in every way. Incredibly textured bass, forward vocals, top-tier EST treble, and insane detail.Gizaudio Axel original ranking
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8.5
Reviewer Score
Clean, neutral, and clear vocals. Reminds me of a cleaner Volume S or slightly better OG Oracle, but very expensive, maybe if you can find one around $1000 since it's more of a sidegrade to RSV, Mystic 8, and Arcanis vocal wise. If you want clean vocals Monarch MK2 does the same thing but for $700 less. Jays Audio Youtube Channel
8.5
Reviewer Score
The Elysian Apostle delivers a V-shaped signature with a powerful, sub-bass-focused low end that offers substantial rumble and physicality, though some listeners might find it occasionally overwhelming or lacking in tight control. Its dual electrostatic drivers provide crisp, extended treble with good air and minimal harshness, while the midrange remains clear and natural despite slight recession, particularly excelling with vocal clarity and emotional delivery.
Comfort is mixed due to the large nozzle diameter, which demands extensive tip-rolling for a secure fit, though the lightweight aluminum shells are ergonomic for extended wear once settled. The Pentaconn ear connectors offer stability but limit third-party cable options, and the included accessories like the Divinus Velvet tips are functional but basic for the price tier.
Positioned as an "Annihilator Junior", the Apostle captures much of Elysian’s energetic house sound at a lower cost, offering strong technical performance like wide staging and solid resolution. However, its bass dominance and fit quirks make it less versatile across genres, appealing mainly to those seeking a fun, dynamic listen rather than strict neutrality.
ThieAudio Prestige LTD Reviews
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9
Reviewer Score
Clean and natural signature with treble emphasis. LOTS of details with airy treble without going overboard (better treble extension vs MK2/MK3). Bass is not as impactful versus MK3 but has better separation. Overall a technical monster, but can be a bit dry due to less mid-bass. Vocals are further vs MK3 and MK2 (not as forward), giving it that open sense of space. MK2 still the best for vocals, but LTD is an endgame all-rounder. Jays Audio Youtube Channel
8.1
Reviewer Score
check links for more info:Bad Guy Good Audio original ranking
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8
Reviewer Score
The unit I reviewed had wonky bass, expect this to change if I review a unit with proper bass. Jaytiss Youtube Channel
7.9
Reviewer Score
A much better implementation than the Prestige OG
7.6
Reviewer Score
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7.3
Reviewer Score
The best Thieaudio I've heard to date. Very close tonality to the Mk3, but with better technical performance, especially in the dynamics and stage departments.
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