Empire Ears LEGEND-X VS Empire Ears Nemesis

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Empire Ears LEGEND-X and Empire Ears Nemesis use 2DD+5BA and 2DD+3BA driver setups respectively. Empire Ears LEGEND-X costs $2,300 while Empire Ears Nemesis costs $1,600. Empire Ears LEGEND-X is $700 more expensive. Empire Ears LEGEND-X holds a decisive 1.9-point edge in reviewer scores (6.9 vs 5).

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Metric Empire Ears LEGEND-X Empire Ears Nemesis
Bass 7 5
Mids 6 5
Treble 6.5 5
Details 7 5
Imaging 7 5
Dynamics 6 5
Tonality 7 5
Technicalities 6.6 5.5
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Empire Ears LEGEND-X Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Precogvision
Bad Guy Good Audio Crin

Average Reviewer Score:

6.9

Cautiously Favorable


Empire Ears Nemesis Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Crin

Average Reviewer Score:

5

Mixed to Negative


Reviews Comparison

Empire Ears LEGEND-X reviewed by Crin

Crin 7 Reviewer Score
A- Tuning
A- Tech
High resolution hybrid flawed only by lack of control in the bass regions.

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Empire Ears Nemesis reviewed by Crin

Crin 5 Reviewer Score
C+ Tuning
B- Tech
A lot more treble compared to the Vantage.

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Empire Ears LEGEND-X (more reviews)

Empire Ears LEGEND-X reviewed by Bad Guy Good Audio

Bad Guy Good Audio 7.5 Reviewer Score
A+ Tuning
B Tech
Bass, details,sparkle Bass (too much for some genre) mids

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Bad Guy Good Audio original ranking

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Bass: A+ Mids: B Treble: A-

Empire Ears LEGEND-X reviewed by Precogvision

Precogvision 6.2 Reviewer Score
B Tuning
B+ Tech
Bass lacks texture, but a fairly holographic, "grand" presentation that is unique for a V-shaped response.

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

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Empire Ears Nemesis User Review Score

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Empire Ears LEGEND-X Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

5.2

Gaming Grade

C+

Empire Ears Nemesis Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

3.9

Gaming Grade

D+

Empire Ears LEGEND-X Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

A-
  • Expect an inviting tonal blend that adapts well to genres while staying largely composed. It strikes a nice blend of warmth and clarity.

Average Technical Grade

B+
  • Technical ability is serviceable, keeping basic detail intact across simpler tracks. It keeps up with acoustic tracks without much fuss.
Bass A-
You get robust low-end authority that remains disciplined and textured. Layering stays intact despite the weight.
Mids B
The region sounds composed and expressive, giving vocals a natural spotlight. It keeps vocals front and center nicely.
Treble B+
Treble response is good, delivering clarity and sparkle without fatigue. Hi-hats sound lively without sting.
Dynamics B
Dynamic expression is good, delivering solid impact and convincing contrast. Percussion lands with convincing weight.
Details A-
Textural subtleties glow, giving each recording a beautifully illuminated character. It exposes mix decisions with precision.
Imaging A-
You can literally point to where sounds originate across the stage. You can point to where sounds originate.
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

Empire Ears Nemesis Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

C+
  • A mostly enjoyable signature keeps things listenable despite a handful of quirks. It handles most playlists without major complaints.

Average Technical Grade

B-
  • The presentation is steady if unspectacular, holding onto essential details when the music stays simple. Fine details occasionally slip through the cracks.
Gaming D+
Compromised imaging significantly impacts gameplay awareness. Directional cues often lack accuracy or consistency. Bad value-to-cost for gaming purpose - not recommended

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