Elysian Diva VS Symphonium Crimson
IEM Comparison: Expert & Community Scores Side-by-Side
Elysian Diva and Symphonium Crimson use 6BA and 4BA driver setups respectively. Elysian Diva costs $1,600 while Symphonium Crimson costs $1,500. Elysian Diva is $100 more expensive. Symphonium Crimson holds a slight 0.4-point edge in reviewer scores (8.1 vs 8.4). Elysian Diva carries a user score of 8.5. Symphonium Crimson has better bass with a 0.9-point edge, Elysian Diva has better mids with a 0.8-point edge, Elysian Diva has slightly better treble with a 0.3-point edge, Elysian Diva has significantly better dynamics with a 1.3-point edge, Elysian Diva has slightly better soundstage with a 0.3-point edge, Symphonium Crimson has better details with a 0.5-point edge and Symphonium Crimson has better imaging with a 0.6-point edge.
Insights
| Metric | Elysian Diva | Symphonium Crimson |
|---|---|---|
| Bass | 7.7 | 8.6 |
| Mids | 8.5 | 7.7 |
| Treble | 7.8 | 7.5 |
| Details | 7.6 | 8.1 |
| Soundstage | 8.5 | 8.3 |
| Imaging | 7.9 | 8.5 |
| Dynamics | 8.3 | 7 |
| Tonality | 8 | 8.1 |
| Technicalities | 8 | 8.3 |
Elysian Diva Aggregated Review Score
Average Reviewer Scores
Average Reviewer Score:
8.1Very Positive
Symphonium Crimson Aggregated Review Score
Average Reviewer Scores
Average Reviewer Score:
8.4Very Positive
Reviews Comparison
Elysian Diva reviewed by Yifang
8.5
Reviewer Score
Symphonium Crimson reviewed by Yifang
8.5
Reviewer Score
Elysian Diva reviewed by Shuwa-T
8.3
Reviewer Score
Symphonium Crimson reviewed by Shuwa-T
8.4
Reviewer Score
Elysian Diva reviewed by Smirk Audio
7.8
Reviewer Score
Symphonium Crimson reviewed by Smirk Audio
7.9
Reviewer Score
Elysian Diva reviewed by Precogvision
7.8
Reviewer Score
Precogvision Youtube Channel
Symphonium Crimson reviewed by Precogvision
8
Reviewer Score
Precogvision Youtube Channel
Elysian Diva reviewed by Nymz
7.6
Reviewer Score
Symphonium Crimson reviewed by Nymz
8.5
Reviewer Score
Elysian Diva reviewed by Head-Fi.org
7.8
* score rescaled + normalized
Symphonium Crimson reviewed by Head-Fi.org
8.3
* score rescaled + normalized
Elysian Diva (more reviews)
Elysian Diva reviewed by Gizaudio Axel
9
Reviewer Score
Gizaudio Axel original ranking
Gizaudio Axel Youtube ChannelElysian Diva reviewed by Audionotions
8.5
Reviewer Score
Elysian Diva reviewed by Tim Tuned
8
Reviewer Score
Tim Tuned Youtube Channel
Elysian Diva reviewed by Crin
7.5
Reviewer Score
Symphonium Crimson (more reviews)
Symphonium Crimson reviewed by Z-Reviews
9.5
* score rescaled + normalized
Youtube Video Summary
Symphonium Crimson lands with a bang: a four–BA, four-way crossover design that somehow delivers epic energy without a dynamic driver. Tonality reads neutral-bright with thunderous sub-bass—not a basshead hump, but a slab of solid, deep extension that stays clean. Mids stay clear for vocals and strings, treble rises for sparkle and excitement, and the presentation spreads out like pulled-apart audio “shreds” across a big canvas. The effect is clarity, detail, and slam that feel bigger than the driver count suggests, making music and film scores straight-up addictive.
Technical notes matter here. Nominal impedance is a weirdly low ~6Ω, so source pairing can swing results; the set scales and sounds happiest on robust gear that can keep low-impedance loads stable. Despite the armature array, coherency stays intact, dynamics hit harder than expected, and volume headroom invites goosebumps. It’s not a “bass monster,” yet the sub-bass authority and lively treble make it exciting rather than polite, with imaging that feels wide and tactile.
Ergonomics are the gripe list: the short nozzle can challenge seal and the premium cable lacks a formed ear hook, encouraging twist and loosening—tip rolling (even reversed-orientation tricks) helps. Build is flashy—carbon-fiber shell, red inlays, metal case that’s too hefty for travel. Pricing sits around $1,500 (or $1,700 with 8-wire cable); for sheer fun, impact, and best-in-brand performance, the value argument holds. For all-day softness, something like Twilight stays comfier; for movies, big scores, and “wow” sessions, Crimson feels like a must-grab and arguably the best Symphonium to date.
Z-Reviews Youtube Channel
Symphonium Crimson reviewed by Jays Audio
9
Reviewer Score
Symphonium Crimson reviewed by Jaytiss
7.8
Reviewer Score
Jaytiss Youtube Channel
Elysian Diva Details
Driver Configuration: 6BA
Tuning Type: Neutral, Neutral with Bass Boost
Brand: Elysian Top Elysian IEMs
Price (Msrp): $1,600
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Symphonium Crimson Details
Driver Configuration: 4BA
Tuning Type: U-Shaped
Brand: Symphonium Top Symphonium IEMs
Price (Msrp): $1,500
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Elysian Diva User Review Score
Average User Scores
Average User Score:
Based on 1 user reviews
8.5Excellent
Symphonium Crimson User Review Score
Average User Scores
Average User Score: n/a
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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
6.5Gaming Grade
B+Symphonium Crimson Gaming Score
Gaming Score & Grade
- The gaming score is prioritizing technical capabilities of the IEM (Separation, Layering, Soundstage) and good value.
Gaming Score
7.2Gaming 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.
Symphonium Crimson Scorings
Average Technical & Tuning Grades
Average Tunign Grade
A+- Tuning feels refined, blending frequencies with convincing realism and engagement. Transitions between registers feel effortless.
Average Technical Grade
A+- It sounds refined and controlled, keeping instruments neatly separated with immersive staging. Busy arrangements remain neatly organized.
Elysian Diva User Reviews
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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 onlySymphonium Crimson User Reviews
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