Elysian X VS Fort Ears Mefisto

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Elysian X and Fort Ears Mefisto are in-ear monitors. Elysian X costs $4,500 while Fort Ears Mefisto costs $2,900. Elysian X is $1,600 more expensive. Fort Ears Mefisto holds a clear 0.8-point edge in reviewer scores (8.2 vs 9). Elysian X has better bass with a 0.7-point edge, Fort Ears Mefisto has better mids with a 0.5-point edge, Fort Ears Mefisto has significantly better dynamics with a 1.5-point edge, Elysian X has better details with a 0.5-point edge and Fort Ears Mefisto has significantly better imaging with a 1-point edge.

Insights

Metric Elysian X Fort Ears Mefisto
Bass 8.7 8
Mids 8 8.5
Treble 8.7 8.5
Details 9 8.5
Imaging 7.5 8.5
Dynamics 7 8.5
Tonality 8.2 8.3
Technicalities 8.7 8.5
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Elysian X Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Crin
Nymz Tim Tuned Precogvision
Yifang

Average Reviewer Score:

8.2

Very Positive

Fort Ears Mefisto Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Smirk Audio
Head-Fi.org

Average Reviewer Score:

9

Outstanding

Reviews Comparison

Elysian X (more reviews)

Elysian X reviewed by Yifang

Yifang 9 Reviewer Score
S Tuning
S+ Tech
One of the most technically competent, all tonal qualities are of the highest level, with treble perhaps being the best to ever exist. Low availability, sounds a bit bright and lean, does not work for all genres, likely to be very fatiguing depending on the listener. Important to note preferences.

Yifang original ranking

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Elysian X reviewed by Nymz

Nymz 8.5 Reviewer Score
S- Tuning
A+ Tech
A more sub-bass focused Annihilator without the same level of technicalities and treble.

Nymz original ranking

Nymz Website

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

Elysian X reviewed by Tim Tuned

Tim Tuned 8 Reviewer Score
A+ Tuning
S Tech
Near excellent timbre, fantastic bass Slight uppermids uneverness

Tim Tuned original ranking

Tim Tuned Youtube Channel
Bass: S Mids: A+ Treble: A+

Elysian X reviewed by Precogvision

Precogvision 8 Reviewer Score
A+ Tuning
A Tech
Basically a more sub-bass focused Annihilator 2021 with some trade-offs in technicalities.

Precogvision original ranking

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

Elysian X reviewed by Crin

Crin 7.5 Reviewer Score
A- Tuning
S- Tech
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Crin original ranking

Crin Youtube Channel

Fort Ears Mefisto (more reviews)

Fort Ears Mefisto reviewed by Smirk Audio

Smirk Audio 8.4 Reviewer Score
A+ Tuning
S- Tech
Demoed with "Temptation" cable.

Smirk Audio original ranking

Smirk Audio Head-Fi Profile

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

Fort Ears Mefisto reviewed by Head-Fi.org

Head-Fi.org 9.5 * score rescaled + normalized
2 community members have rated the Fort Ears Mefisto at an average of 5.0/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Masterpiece.

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Head-Fi.org original ranking

Elysian X User Review Score

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Elysian X Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

7

Gaming Grade

A-

Fort Ears Mefisto Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

6.9

Gaming Grade

B+

Elysian X Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

A+
  • The tonal balance is polished and expressive, highlighting emotion without sacrificing accuracy. It keeps emotional weight without sacrificing accuracy.

Average Technical Grade

S-
  • The presentation is crisp and expansive, handling complex passages with impressive ease. Low-level details remain audible in quiet passages.
Bass S-
You hear powerful yet disciplined low-end slam that extends effortlessly. It marries sub-bass depth with great texture.
Mids A+
Midrange quality is superb, rich with resolving power and transparency. Micro-details leap out effortlessly.
Treble S-
Treble reaches superb heights, offering effortless extension and crystal clarity. Every cymbal crash resolves into fine mist.
Dynamics A-
The system snaps into action with precision, highlighting every swell. Recordings feel energetic and alive.
Details S
Every recording is presented with forensic clarity that still sounds organic. It reveals the recording environment perfectly.
Imaging A
Excellent imaging delivers precise, stable placement with instruments occupying tangible points in space. It locks each element into a steady position.
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

Fort Ears Mefisto Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

A+
  • Expect a tasteful, well-judged response that feels both musical and true to the source. Great synergy with a wide range of genres.

Average Technical Grade

S-
  • The presentation is crisp and expansive, handling complex passages with impressive ease. Low-level details remain audible in quiet passages.
Bass A+
It delivers flagship-worthy bass, rich in both rumble and nuance. Reference tracks showcase its grip.
Mids S-
Midrange quality is superb, rich with resolving power and transparency. Micro-details leap out effortlessly.
Treble S-
It delivers superb treble brilliance that stays pure even in complex passages. It adds excitement while staying pure.
Dynamics S-
You get a masterful mix of slam and finesse across every track. Music breathes with realism.
Details S-
Complex productions unravel completely, letting you examine every thread. Textures are rendered with exquisite finesse.
Imaging S-
Exceptional imaging with holographic precision that creates a palpable sense of placement. It creates a near-holographic placement.
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

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