Empire Ears Hero VS Symphonium x Elise Audio Europa

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Empire Ears Hero and Symphonium x Elise Audio Europa use 1DD+3BA and 4BA driver setups respectively. Empire Ears Hero costs $1,350 while Symphonium x Elise Audio Europa costs $1,550. Symphonium x Elise Audio Europa is $200 more expensive. Symphonium x Elise Audio Europa holds a decisive 2.7-point edge in reviewer scores (5.8 vs 8.5). Symphonium x Elise Audio Europa has significantly better bass with a 1.8-point edge, Symphonium x Elise Audio Europa has significantly better mids with a 2.8-point edge, Symphonium x Elise Audio Europa has significantly better treble with a 4.2-point edge, Symphonium x Elise Audio Europa has significantly better dynamics with a 1-point edge, Symphonium x Elise Audio Europa has significantly better details with a 2-point edge and Symphonium x Elise Audio Europa has significantly better imaging with a 2-point edge.

Metric	Empire Ears Hero	Symphonium x Elise Audio Europa
Bass	7	8.8
Mids	5	7.8
Treble	4	8.2
Details	6	8
Soundstage	5.8	8.5
Imaging	6	8
Dynamics	7	8
Tonality	5.4	8.2
Technicalities	6.7	8.3

Empire Ears Hero Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Score:

5.8

Mixed

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Symphonium x Elise Audio Europa Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Score:

8.5

Very Positive

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Driver Configuration: 1DD+3BA

Tuning Type: U-Shaped

Brand: Empire Ears Top Empire Ears IEMs

Price (Msrp): $1,350

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Driver Configuration: 4BA

Tuning Type: bass-boosted neutral

Brand: Symphonium Top Symphonium IEMs

Price (Msrp): $1,550

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Empire Ears Hero Gaming Score

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

Gaming Score

5.3

Gaming Grade

C+

Symphonium x Elise Audio Europa Gaming Score

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

Gaming Score

6.8

Gaming Grade

B+

Empire Ears Hero Scorings

Average Tunign Grade

C+

Generally enjoyable tonal character with some noticeable unevenness. Maintains listenability while showing room for refinement in frequency balance.

Average Technical Grade

B+

Satisfactory technical performance. Handles basic detail retrieval adequately in most tracks. Maintains reasonable cohesion in simpler arrangements.

Bass A-

Strong, well-defined bass with good texture. Delivers satisfying punch and rumble without overwhelming other frequencies.

Mids C+

Decent midrange performance - balanced but unremarkable. Adequate clarity for most genres without notable flaws.

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.

Details B

Good resolution with clear articulation of nuances. Reveals recording nuances and maintains clarity in complex passages.

Imaging B

Good imaging with precise instrument placement. Clear localization within the soundstage including front/back positioning.

Gaming C+

Fundamental left/right positioning with limited depth perception. Works for non-competitive gaming but lacks precision. Bad value-to-cost for gaming purpose - not recommended

Symphonium x Elise Audio Europa Scorings

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

Excellent midrange with natural timbre and great detail retrieval. Vocals are forward and emotive with lifelike instrument reproduction.

Treble A+

Superb treble: effortless extension with crystal clarity. Perfect balance of sparkle and smoothness with exceptional detail.

Dynamics A+

Superb dynamic range - powerful yet nuanced. Exceptional transient response with lifelike impact and subtle volume gradations.

Soundstage S-

Exceptional soundstage with holographic imaging. Creates a truly three-dimensional space where instruments float naturally around you.

Details A+

Exceptional resolution that uncovers the deepest layers. Retrieves even the most minute details while maintaining natural timbre.

Imaging A+

Exceptional imaging with holographic precision. Creates a palpable sense of physical placement with perfect positional stability.

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

Empire Ears Hero Reviews

Reviewed by: Crin

6 Reviewer Score

B- Tuning

A- Tech

Well-controlled bass emphasis with a less-well-controlled treble emphasis makes this hard to appreciate.

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Reviewed by: Precogvision

5.5 Reviewer Score

C+ Tuning

B Tech

Energetic sound signature with solid dynamics that's bottlenecked by an overzealous treble response.

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Bass: A- Mids: C+ Treble: C- Dynamics: A- Details: B Imaging: B

Symphonium x Elise Audio Europa Reviews

Reviewed by: Jaytiss

9.4 Reviewer Score

A+ Tuning

S Tech

One of the best things Elise and Symphonium have done. Love it.

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Mids: A+ Treble: S Dynamics: A+ Soundstage: S-

Reviewed by: Precogvision

2025-09-17

8.1 Reviewer Score

A+ Tuning

A+ Tech

Slightly more tame than the Crimson but more well-rounded as a result. Something like a slightly refined U12t.

Precogvision original ranking

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

Reviewed by: Smirk Audio

7.9 Reviewer Score

A Tuning

A+ Tech

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

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Reviewed by: Crin

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Reviewed by: Jaytiss

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