Elysian X VS PMG Audio Apx SE

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Elysian X and PMG Audio Apx SE use 1DD+4BA+4EST and 1DD+8BA+1Rectangular Planar+1Round Planar driver setups respectively. Elysian X costs $4,500 while PMG Audio Apx SE costs $6,000. PMG Audio Apx SE is $1,500 more expensive. PMG Audio Apx SE holds a decisive 1.1-point edge in reviewer scores (8 vs 9.1). PMG Audio Apx SE has slightly better mids with a 0.3-point edge, Elysian X has better treble with a 0.7-point edge, PMG Audio Apx SE has significantly better dynamics with a 1.5-point edge and PMG Audio Apx SE has significantly better imaging with a 1-point edge.

Insights

Metric Elysian X PMG Audio Apx SE
Bass 8.7 8.5
Mids 8 8.3
Treble 8.7 8
Details 9 9
Imaging 7.5 8.5
Dynamics 7 8.5
Tonality 8 8.1
Technicalities 8.4 8.9

Elysian X Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Crin
Nymz Tim Tuned Precogvision

Average Reviewer Score:

8

Very Positive


PMG Audio Apx SE Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Bad Guy Good Audio Smirk Audio
Z-Reviews

Average Reviewer Score:

9.1

Outstanding


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

6.8

Gaming Grade

B+

PMG Audio Apx SE 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 X Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

A+
  • Refined execution with coherent frequency integration. Natural timbre reproduction and engaging presentation. Strong versatility.

Average Technical Grade

A+
  • Very competent with articulate presentation. Well-defined layers and precise imaging. Soundstage is immersive and handles dynamics well.
Bass S-
Excellent bass response - powerful yet controlled. Deep extension with authoritative slam while maintaining clarity.
Mids A+
Superb midrange that's rich and resolving. Exceptional transparency and micro-details with perfect vocal/instrument balance.
Treble S-
Superb treble: effortless extension with crystal clarity. Perfect balance of sparkle and smoothness with exceptional detail.
Dynamics A-
Excellent dynamics with great contrast and speed. Transients are crisp and micro-details are clearly articulated.
Details S
Reference-class detail: microscopic resolution with perfect texture reproduction. Nothing is lost, revealing the absolute truth of the recording.
Imaging A
Excellent imaging: precise and stable placement. Instruments occupy specific points in space with tangible positions.
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

PMG Audio Apx SE Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

A+
  • Refined execution with coherent frequency integration. Natural timbre reproduction and engaging presentation. Strong versatility.

Average Technical Grade

S-
  • Excellent clarity and detail. Precise imaging and expansive soundstage. Manages complex passages with minimal smearing and good transient speed.
Bass S-
Excellent bass response - powerful yet controlled. Deep extension with authoritative slam while maintaining clarity.
Mids A+
Superb midrange that's rich and resolving. Exceptional transparency and micro-details with perfect vocal/instrument balance.
Treble A+
Superb treble: effortless extension with crystal clarity. Perfect balance of sparkle and smoothness with exceptional detail.
Dynamics S-
Superb dynamic range - powerful yet nuanced. Exceptional transient response with lifelike impact and subtle volume gradations.
Details S
Reference-class detail: microscopic resolution with perfect texture reproduction. Nothing is lost, revealing the absolute truth of the recording.
Imaging S-
Exceptional imaging with holographic precision. Creates a palpable sense of physical placement with perfect positional stability.
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 X Reviews

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+

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+

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-

Reviewed by: Crin

Crin 7.5 Reviewer Score
A- Tuning
S- Tech

PMG Audio Apx SE Reviews

Reviewed by: Z-Reviews

Z-Reviews 10 * score normalized

Reviewed by: Bad Guy Good Audio

Bad Guy Good Audio 8.9 Reviewer Score
A+ Tuning
S Tech
Game changer. Most resolving accurate replay in the hobby. No specific qualifier to wave off potential buyer..nada Price is extreme but presentation reflects that. No sonic flaws. 1st set in 10 years that gets that.

Bad Guy Good Audio original ranking

Bad Guy Good Audio Youtube Channel
Bass: A+ Mids: S Treble: A+

Reviewed by: Smirk Audio

Smirk Audio 8.5 Reviewer Score
A+ Tuning
S- Tech
Great resolution and layering. Great bass texture and punch. Mids have a small timbral issue. Refined, resolving highs. Analogue tone. Engaging yet non-fatiguing. Cons: Shells prone to cracking.

Smirk Audio original ranking

Smirk Audio Head-Fi Profile

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

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