Elysian Diva VS Effect Audio x Elysian Gaea

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Elysian Diva and Effect Audio x Elysian Gaea use 6BA and 1DD+4BA driver setups respectively. Elysian Diva costs $1,600 while Effect Audio x Elysian Gaea costs $1,300. Elysian Diva is $300 more expensive. Elysian Diva holds a slight 0.2-point edge in reviewer scores (8.1 vs 7.9). User ratings place Elysian Diva at 8.5 and Effect Audio x Elysian Gaea at 7.4. Effect Audio x Elysian Gaea has slightly better bass with a 0.4-point edge, Elysian Diva has significantly better mids with a 1-point edge, Elysian Diva has slightly better treble with a 0.3-point edge, Elysian Diva has slightly better dynamics with a 0.3-point edge, Elysian Diva has better soundstage with a 0.5-point edge, Effect Audio x Elysian Gaea has significantly better details with a 1.2-point edge and Elysian Diva has slightly better imaging with a 0.4-point edge.

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Metric Elysian Diva Effect Audio x Elysian Gaea
Bass 7.7 8.1
Mids 8.5 7.5
Treble 7.8 7.5
Details 7.6 8.8
Soundstage 8.5 8
Imaging 7.9 7.5
Dynamics 8.3 8
Tonality 8 7.6
Technicalities 8 8.5

Elysian Diva Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Smirk Audio Precogvision Nymz Crin Head-Fi.org
Audionotions Yifang Shuwa-T Tim Tuned
Gizaudio Axel

Average Reviewer Score:

8.1

Very Positive

Effect Audio x Elysian Gaea Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Shuwa-T Jays Audio Tim Tuned Precogvision Head-Fi.org
Audionotions Nymz
Super* Review

Average Reviewer Score:

7.9

Strongly Favorable

Reviews Comparison

Elysian Diva reviewed by Audionotions

Audionotions 8.5 Reviewer Score
Fantastic, vocal foward signature. Excellent bass that has the speed of a BA with the impact of a DD. Incredibly clean mids and well extended treble. Imaging is fantastic on this set. Incredibly engaging.

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Effect Audio x Elysian Gaea reviewed by Audionotions

Audionotions 8.5 Reviewer Score
Gaea is bright, and at first, it might seem to be dry, but not in a bad way. I initially thought it could use more meat on the bones, but this tuning works very well after listening. Sinfully resolving. Great layering with top tier transients, dynamics, imaging, and separation. Mids and treble are amazing. Bass is very punchy but perhaps doesn't rumble as much as I'd like, but it is still quite nice. Lack of rumble in the bass is probably the only knock I have against Gaea, but even then, the bass response is incredibly fast and overall the bass is very well textured and incredibly high quality. Loved this on demo so much that I ended up buying my own. Very versatile - plays everything I throw at it with ease.

Audionotions original ranking

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Elysian Diva reviewed by Shuwa-T

Shuwa-T 8.3 Reviewer Score
A+ Tuning
S- Tech
Comment: Balanced sounding with bass volume switches, only gripe is MMCX connector. Near perfect tuning, amazing bass response for BA and superb treble extension It got outsourced for production and now the QC is looking shoddier

Shuwa-T original ranking

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Bass: A- Mids: S Treble: S- Soundstage: S- Details: A+ Imaging: S

Effect Audio x Elysian Gaea reviewed by Shuwa-T

Shuwa-T 7.8 Reviewer Score
A- Tuning
A+ Tech
Easy to like tuning that isn't considered too safe with convincing vocal presentation, bass slams hard Not entirely coherent especially in the upper frequencies, subbass hits a little too hard relative to the rest of the frequencies

Shuwa-T original ranking

Shuwa-T Website

Bass: A Mids: A- Treble: A- Soundstage: A+ Details: S- Imaging: S-

Elysian Diva reviewed by Tim Tuned

Tim Tuned 8 Reviewer Score
A+ Tuning
A+ Tech
Addictive smooth, natural treble....top tier tuning overall mid bass shy

Tim Tuned original ranking

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Bass: A+ Mids: S Treble: S

Effect Audio x Elysian Gaea reviewed by Tim Tuned

Tim Tuned 7.5 Reviewer Score
A Tuning
S Tech
Versatile DNA that's also unique. #1 Jack of all trades

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Bass: A+ Mids: A+ Treble: A+

Elysian Diva reviewed by Precogvision

Precogvision 7.8 Reviewer Score
A Tuning
A Tech
Excellent BA bass and aggressive listen that maintains Elysian's house sound.

Precogvision original ranking

Precogvision Youtube Channel
Bass: A+ Mids: A+ Treble: A- Dynamics: A+ Details: A+ Imaging: A-

Effect Audio x Elysian Gaea reviewed by Precogvision

Precogvision 7.4 Reviewer Score
A- Tuning
A+ Tech
Fantastic clarity at the expense of sounding somewhat dry.

Precogvision original ranking

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

Elysian Diva reviewed by Nymz

Nymz 7.6 Reviewer Score
A Tuning
A Tech
Did nothing to my soul, but did nothing wrong as well.

Nymz original ranking

Nymz Website

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

Effect Audio x Elysian Gaea reviewed by Nymz

Nymz 8.2 Reviewer Score
A+ Tuning
A+ Tech
Clarity king with great sense of detail. An agressive listen but never sibilant. Great tight and fast bass, at the expense of sounding dry in the lower mids. Not recommended if you are sensitive to higher frequencies.

Nymz original ranking

Nymz Website

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

Elysian Diva reviewed by Head-Fi.org

Head-Fi.org 7.8 * score rescaled + normalized
6 community members have rated the Elysian Diva at an average of 4.2/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Very Positive.

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Head-Fi.org original ranking

Effect Audio x Elysian Gaea reviewed by Head-Fi.org

Head-Fi.org 7.5 * score rescaled + normalized
12 community members have rated the Effect Audio x Elysian Gaea at an average of 4.0/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Very Positive.

URL to full Review

Head-Fi.org original ranking

Elysian Diva (more reviews)

Elysian Diva reviewed by Gizaudio Axel

Gizaudio Axel 9 Reviewer Score
S- Tuning
S- Tech
One of the best IEMs for vocals. Dynamic driver-like bass, natural vocal reproduction, and an incredibly smooth tonality. Could use a bit more mid-bass for my taste.

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Elysian Diva reviewed by Yifang

Yifang 8.5 Reviewer Score
S- Tuning
A+ Tech
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Elysian Diva reviewed by Smirk Audio

Smirk Audio 7.8 Reviewer Score
A Tuning
A Tech
Forward, hyperpigmented vocals. Great tuning and solid techs. 3-way bass switch adds tuning versatility. An exciting listen. Cons: Build quality concerns.

Smirk Audio original ranking

Smirk Audio Head-Fi Profile

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

Elysian Diva reviewed by Crin

Crin 7.5 Reviewer Score
A Tuning
A Tech
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Effect Audio x Elysian Gaea (more reviews)

Effect Audio x Elysian Gaea reviewed by Super* Review

Super* Review 9* * score rescaled + normalized
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Youtube Video Summary

The Effect Audio x Elysian Gaea goes big on everything: a roughly $1,300 price tag, striking stabilized-wood faceplates with a dual-tone finish, and a stock cable that feels a bit bombastic in both look and handling. Under the showy exterior sits a tuning that leans Harman-like, pairing a clean bass lift with a tidy, slightly thinned lower midrange. The immediate takeaways are resolution and headstage—detail pops from the mix and spatial cues are easy to place, giving tracks an expansive, high-definition sheen.

That extra energy cuts both ways. The lower treble can push forward, adding bite and excitement but occasionally turning aggressive depending on track and chain, while the leaner mids trade warmth for etched clarity. It’s an experience-first IEM: fast, vivid, and unapologetically bright-tilted, best for listeners who crave sparkle and microdetail over coziness. Overall verdict: a solid four stars out of five—a standout for those specifically seeking something a little extra, with the caveat that treble sensitivity and midrange fullness expectations should be managed.

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Effect Audio x Elysian Gaea reviewed by Jays Audio

Jays Audio 7.5 Reviewer Score
A Tuning
S Tech
Super aggresive, exciting, v-shape, treblehead. Low-end is also very punchy and rumbly. TOTL technical performance with tons of details and OCD, but gets fatiguing. Shouty.

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Elysian Diva User Review Score

Average User Scores

Average User Score:

Based on 1 user reviews

8.5

Excellent

Effect Audio x Elysian Gaea User Review Score

Average User Scores

Average User Score:

Based on 1 user reviews

7.4

Generally Favorable

Elysian Diva Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

6.5

Gaming Grade

B+

Effect Audio x Elysian Gaea 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-

Elysian Diva Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

A+
  • Overall balance feels confident and refined, rewarding long listening sessions. A reliable all-rounder for everyday listening.

Average Technical Grade

A+
  • You get a well-rounded technical package that keeps separation, detail, and staging in harmony. It's a solid middle ground between fun and fidelity.
Bass A
The bass hits with conviction, offering both punch and clarity. It reaches low with confidence and control.
Mids S-
It offers a luxurious, resolving midrange that captures micro-detail beautifully. Every vocal inflection is captured.
Treble A
The treble is exquisitely tuned, combining crystal detail with relaxed delivery. Micro-details emerge effortlessly.
Dynamics A+
It captures both explosive hits and delicate shifts with lifelike realism. Micro-dynamics shimmer through the mix.
Soundstage S-
It crafts a floating sphere of sound where directional cues shimmer with precision. Layering remains stable even when pushed.
Details A
Excellent detail retrieval that resolves intricacies without tipping into clinical territory. Tiny nuances jump out effortlessly.
Imaging A
You can literally point to where sounds originate across the stage. You can point to where sounds originate.
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

Effect Audio x Elysian Gaea Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

A
  • It presents a smooth, well-integrated tonal balance that plays nicely with many styles. It maintains natural timbre across the range.

Average Technical Grade

S-
  • Layering is confident and precise, backed by imaging that locks elements firmly in place. Micro-details peek through without sounding forced.
Bass A+
It delivers flagship-worthy bass, rich in both rumble and nuance. Reference tracks showcase its grip.
Mids A
Midrange performance is excellent, with natural timbre and great detail. Vocals feel lifelike and full-bodied.
Treble A
Highs feel superbly executed, revealing micro-detail without hint of sibilance. Highs stay smooth even at volume.
Dynamics A+
It captures both explosive hits and delicate shifts with lifelike realism. Micro-dynamics shimmer through the mix.
Soundstage A+
It crafts a floating sphere of sound where directional cues shimmer with precision. Layering remains stable even when pushed.
Details S-
No subtlety is too small; the presentation exposes it all with composure. Complex tracks remain crystal clear.
Imaging A
Spatial cues respond immediately, reflecting every movement in the mix. Spatial cues respond instantly to the mix.
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 Diva User Reviews

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W wpzdm
8.5

Hard to fault

Pros
Smooth. Bass texture. Detailed and energetic vocals. Treble that really clicks with the music. More versatile with the swich.
Cons
I like mmk2 vocal more, natural and intimate. QC... the score is for the sound only

Effect Audio x Elysian Gaea User Reviews

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W wpzdm
7.4

Track dependent

Pros
Great DD Bass
Cons
Incoherent. Female vocal a bit unatural

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