Elysian X VS Hercules Audio Moses

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Elysian X and Hercules Audio Moses are 1DD+4BA+4EST in-ear monitors. Elysian X costs $4,500 while Hercules Audio Moses costs $4,200. Elysian X is $300 more expensive. Hercules Audio Moses holds a slight 0.3-point edge in reviewer scores (8.2 vs 8.5). Hercules Audio Moses has better mids with a 0.5-point edge, Hercules Audio Moses has significantly better dynamics with a 1.5-point edge, Elysian X has better details with a 0.5-point edge and Hercules Audio Moses has significantly better imaging with a 1-point edge.

Insights

Metric Elysian X Hercules Audio Moses
Bass 8.7 8.5
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 8.5
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

Hercules Audio Moses Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Smirk Audio

Average Reviewer Score:

8.5

Excellent

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.

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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

Hercules Audio Moses (more reviews)

Hercules Audio Moses reviewed by Smirk Audio

Smirk Audio 8.5 Reviewer Score
S- Tuning
S- Tech
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Smirk Audio original ranking

Smirk Audio Head-Fi Profile

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

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-

Hercules Audio Moses Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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Gaming Score

7

Gaming Grade

A-

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

Hercules Audio Moses Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

S-
  • The response feels meticulously dialed in, combining neutrality with inviting warmth. Dynamic swings remain tonally accurate.

Average Technical Grade

S-
  • This level balances openness and accuracy, showcasing excellent clarity across busy mixes. A great match for analytical listening sessions.
Bass S-
You hear powerful yet disciplined low-end slam that extends effortlessly. It marries sub-bass depth with great texture.
Mids S-
You get reference-worthy mids that combine transparency, texture, and depth. It brings out emotional nuance beautifully.
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-
Inner textures glow vividly yet never feel etched or artificial. It borders on studio-monitor transparency.
Imaging S-
Exceptional imaging with holographic precision that creates a palpable sense of placement. It creates a near-holographic placement.
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

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