Elysian Pilgrim VS ZiiGaat Arete x Fresh Reviews

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Elysian Pilgrim and ZiiGaat Arete x Fresh Reviews use 1DD+3BA and 1DD+4BA driver setups respectively. Elysian Pilgrim costs $400 while ZiiGaat Arete x Fresh Reviews costs $249. Elysian Pilgrim is $151 more expensive. Elysian Pilgrim holds a slight 0.1-point edge in reviewer scores (7.2 vs 7.1). Elysian Pilgrim has better mids with a 0.6-point edge, Elysian Pilgrim has significantly better treble with a 2.9-point edge and Elysian Pilgrim has slightly better dynamics with a 0.3-point edge.

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Metric Elysian Pilgrim ZiiGaat Arete x Fresh Reviews
Bass 7.3 7.1
Mids 6.6 6
Treble 6.9 4
Details 7.3 7.1
Soundstage 7 7
Imaging 7 7.1
Dynamics 7.3 7
Tonality 7.2 7.3
Technicalities 7.4 6.2

Elysian Pilgrim Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Super* Review
Audionotions Jays Audio Jaytiss Shuwa-T Smirk Audio Tim Tuned
Gizaudio Axel

Average Reviewer Score:

7.2

Generally Favorable

ZiiGaat Arete x Fresh Reviews Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Jaytiss Gizaudio Axel
Fresh Reviews
IEMRanking AI

Average Reviewer Score:

7.1

Generally Favorable

Reviews Comparison

Elysian Pilgrim reviewed by Gizaudio Axel

Gizaudio Axel 8 Reviewer Score
A+ Tuning
A+ Tech
One of the most resolving IEMs under $1000. Elysian house sound with a balanced tuning, textured sub-bass, smooth mid-range, well extended treble, and excellent resolution. I prefer more bass.

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ZiiGaat Arete x Fresh Reviews reviewed by Gizaudio Axel

Gizaudio Axel 6 Reviewer Score
A- Tuning
B+ Tech
Great gaming IEM. Clean sound, accurate mids, clear vocals, great soundstage, precise imaging. Bass quality.

Gizaudio Axel original ranking

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Elysian Pilgrim reviewed by Jaytiss

Jaytiss 7.3 Reviewer Score
B Tuning
C+ Tech
Great little set to consider for those after an Elysian Product.

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Mids: B Treble: C+ Dynamics: A- Soundstage: A-
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ZiiGaat Arete x Fresh Reviews reviewed by Jaytiss

Jaytiss 6.8 Reviewer Score
B- Tuning
C- Tech
Fantastic simple tonality. Lacks in trebble extension but is a nice earphone.

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Mids: B Treble: C- Dynamics: A- Soundstage: A-
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Elysian Pilgrim reviewed by Audionotions

Audionotions 7.5 Reviewer Score
Elysian signature for the masses in terms of price and intensity. Compared to the rest of the Elysian lineup, the Pilgrim loses a bit of dynamics, techs, and separation and imaging, but it does share some of the same DNA to be found in the Diva and Gaea. Fantastic vocals and very clean mids. Fun, fun, fun right out of the box. Great violin timbre. Great techs - wide stage but lacks a bit of depth. Separation is where it can struggle a bit - can sound congested with more busy passages. Somewhat of a colored, more bright listen but this isn't a bad thing in this case. Bass quality on this set is excellent. When it hits it rumbles and punches like very few others I've heard. And in my opinion, it could actually use a bit more of an elevated bass shelf (or maybe one that extends a bit further into the midbass). This set has me wanting to listen to music all the time and at the end of the day, that's what matters. Would serve well as a great counterpoint to a more neutral/natural sounding IEM. Currently my pick for an energetic IEM under $500, maybe even $1k. Not as technically proficient as its Elysian siblings, and not as incisive, but it's also 1/4 the price. Previously Owned

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Elysian Pilgrim reviewed by Jays Audio

Jays Audio 7.5 Reviewer Score
A+ Tuning
A+ Tech
Clean, clear, all-rounder, similar tuning as the Dusk but with better vocals, bass quality is great as well, aethestically pleasing too. If you want a clean all-rounder, or sensitive in the 3-8K, these are great.

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Elysian Pilgrim reviewed by Shuwa-T

Shuwa-T 7.2 Reviewer Score
A- Tuning
A- Tech
The most chaotic and in your face of the triple threat, more focus to subbass and treble

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

Elysian Pilgrim reviewed by Smirk Audio

Smirk Audio 7 Reviewer Score
A- Tuning
A- Tech
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Bass: A- Mids: A- Treble: A- Dynamics: A Details: B+ Imaging: A-

Elysian Pilgrim reviewed by Tim Tuned

Tim Tuned 7 Reviewer Score
A- Tuning
S Tech
Most technical sounding IEM under $1000

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Bass: A+ Mids: A- Treble: A+
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Elysian Pilgrim reviewed by Super* Review

Super* Review 6* * score normalized
Not a bad IEM. Very solid but in this price range it's really competetive. Very safe tuning.

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ZiiGaat Arete x Fresh Reviews (more reviews)

ZiiGaat Arete x Fresh Reviews reviewed by Fresh Reviews

Fresh Reviews 7* * The score of this reviewer influences only the Gaming Score
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ZiiGaat Arete x Fresh Reviews reviewed by IEMRanking AI

IEMRanking AI 8.5 Reviewer Score
S Tuning
A+ Tech

The ZiiGaat Arete x Fresh Reviews IEM delivers a meticulously balanced tuning that excels for both music and competitive gaming. Its hybrid 1DD+4BA configuration produces deep, controlled sub-bass with a 9dB shelf for impact without muddiness, while neutral mids ensure vocals and instruments remain natural and engaging. The smooth, non-fatiguing treble and cohesive crossover design create an immersive yet analytical listen across genres, making it exceptionally versatile.

Comfort is a standout, with lightweight resin shells and ergonomic shaping allowing marathon gaming sessions without fatigue, though the basic stock cable and tips benefit from aftermarket upgrades. For gaming, the Arete shines with precise imaging and a spacious soundstage, letting players pinpoint footsteps in FPS titles like Valorant or CS2, while cinematic adventures feel richly atmospheric.

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Elysian Pilgrim 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-

ZiiGaat Arete x Fresh Reviews 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 Pilgrim Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

A-
  • Pleasing tonal balance with good technical control. Minor quirks present but not distracting. Demonstrates decent genre versatility.

Average Technical Grade

A-
  • Competent technical presentation. Handles separation and detail well in most tracks, with modest soundstage and acceptable imaging capabilities.
Bass A-
Strong, well-defined bass with good texture. Delivers satisfying punch and rumble without overwhelming other frequencies.
Mids B+
Good midrange presence with solid clarity. Vocals are clear and instruments have reasonable texture and body.
Treble B+
Good treble response - clear and detailed without fatigue. Well-extended with proper air and sparkle.
Dynamics A-
Excellent dynamics with great contrast and speed. Transients are crisp and micro-details are clearly articulated.
Soundstage A-
Excellent spatial presentation - wide, deep and tall. Precise instrument placement with clear separation in all dimensions.
Details A-
Excellent detail retrieval: highly resolving without being clinical. Effortlessly reveals micro-details and textural subtleties.
Imaging A-
Excellent imaging: precise and stable placement. Instruments occupy specific points in space with tangible positions.
Gaming A-
Good fundamental spatial awareness for most gaming scenarios. Handles basic positioning well but may lack nuance in complex situations. Value-to-cost may not be optimal for gaming-focused users.

ZiiGaat Arete x Fresh Reviews Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

A-
  • Pleasing tonal balance with good technical control. Minor quirks present but not distracting. Demonstrates decent genre versatility.

Average Technical Grade

B
  • Satisfactory technical performance. Handles basic detail retrieval adequately in most tracks. Maintains reasonable cohesion in simpler arrangements.
Mids B
Good midrange presence with solid clarity. Vocals are clear and instruments have reasonable texture and body.
Treble C-
Average treble performance - present but lacking refinement. Some graininess or splashiness affects clarity.
Dynamics A-
Excellent dynamics with great contrast and speed. Transients are crisp and micro-details are clearly articulated.
Soundstage A-
Excellent spatial presentation - wide, deep and tall. Precise instrument placement with clear separation in all dimensions.
Gaming A-
Good fundamental spatial awareness for most gaming scenarios. Handles basic positioning well but may lack nuance in complex situations.

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