FATfreq x Effect Audio: Quantum VS SymphonyEars PRE5TIGE

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FATfreq x Effect Audio: Quantum and SymphonyEars PRE5TIGE are in-ear monitors. FATfreq x Effect Audio: Quantum costs $770 while SymphonyEars PRE5TIGE costs $679. FATfreq x Effect Audio: Quantum is $91 more expensive. SymphonyEars PRE5TIGE holds a decisive 1.1-point edge in reviewer scores (7 vs 8.1). SymphonyEars PRE5TIGE has significantly better mids with a 2-point edge, FATfreq x Effect Audio: Quantum has significantly better dynamics with a 1-point edge and SymphonyEars PRE5TIGE has significantly better soundstage with a 2-point edge.

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Metric FATfreq x Effect Audio: Quantum SymphonyEars PRE5TIGE
Bass 7.5 8.1
Mids 5 7
Treble 5 5
Details 6 8.1
Soundstage 6.5 8.5
Imaging 5.5 8.1
Dynamics 9 8
Tonality 7 7.1
Technicalities 7.5 5
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FATfreq x Effect Audio: Quantum Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Shuwa-T
Audio Amigo
Kois Archive Jaytiss Jays Audio Head-Fi.org

Average Reviewer Score:

7

Cautiously Favorable

SymphonyEars PRE5TIGE Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Jaytiss

Average Reviewer Score:

8.1

Very Positive

Reviews Comparison

FATfreq x Effect Audio: Quantum reviewed by Jaytiss

Jaytiss 7.8 Reviewer Score
B+ Tuning
B Tech
I don't want to like, but I love.

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Mids: C+ Treble: B Dynamics: S Soundstage: A-
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SymphonyEars PRE5TIGE reviewed by Jaytiss

2025-07-20
Jaytiss 8.1 Reviewer Score
A- Tuning
C+ Tech
Early, but very nice so far.

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Mids: A- Treble: C+ Dynamics: A+ Soundstage: S-
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FATfreq x Effect Audio: Quantum (more reviews)

FATfreq x Effect Audio: Quantum reviewed by Kois Archive

Kois Archive 7.8 Reviewer Score
S- Tuning
S Tech
Rating: A+ | Value: ⭐ | Gaming: 🎮🎮🎮 | Comfort: 4 very technical. wide. well tuned planar grainy treble due to the air

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FATfreq x Effect Audio: Quantum reviewed by Jays Audio

Jays Audio 7 Reviewer Score
A- Tuning
S Tech
Bright and full sound, very detailed, sparkly, airy, tons of treble extenstion... but it gets fatiguing with the stock filters. Blue filter has the best balance but still doesn't scale too well. 300 mesh filter goes hard tho - check modded ranking at bottom.

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FATfreq x Effect Audio: Quantum reviewed by Audio Amigo

Audio Amigo 6 * score rescaled + normalized
An interesting sort of Science Project IEM. FatFreq tried to extract as much Sub-bass power and texture while making an airy, detailed planar that isn't fatiguing. They succeeded, and with the Super Stage NOAH modules, this is the most open and wide sounding single Planar I've ever heard. Wish it was cheaper and didn't come with the Ares S II cable.

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FATfreq x Effect Audio: Quantum reviewed by Shuwa-T

Shuwa-T 5.7 Reviewer Score
B- Tuning
B- Tech
I struggle with this, perhaps it was insertion depth but that unconventional iem shape should never have been greenlit Average bass, thin midrange, unbearably sibilant treble

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

FATfreq x Effect Audio: Quantum reviewed by Head-Fi.org

Head-Fi.org 7.5 * score rescaled + normalized
2 community members have rated the FATfreq x Effect Audio: Quantum at an average of 4.0/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Very Positive.

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FATfreq x Effect Audio: Quantum User Review Score

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FATfreq x Effect Audio: Quantum 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+

SymphonyEars PRE5TIGE Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

5.1

Gaming Grade

C+

FATfreq x Effect Audio: Quantum Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

A-
  • Tuning lands in a pleasing sweet spot with mostly coherent frequency integration. Tonality stays consistent from track to track.

Average Technical Grade

A
  • You get a controlled, composed performance, marrying decent clarity with a still-modest sense of space. A safe technical performer for the price bracket.
Bass A
Expect a commanding bass response that reaches deep without clouding the mix. There's both slam and nuance in equal measure.
Mids C+
The mids are solid and dependable, though not especially remarkable. Vocals stay reasonably grounded in the mix.
Treble C+
Highs come through with reasonable clarity while staying mostly smooth. Sibilance is mostly controlled.
Dynamics S
This is reference-grade dynamic performance with breathtaking realism. It mirrors live-music intensity perfectly.
Soundstage B+
A satisfying balance of width and depth yields a stage that feels organized and engaging. Imaging lines up with the intended mix.
Details B
Finer gestures snap into focus without sounding clinical or forced. Layering holds strong across genres.
Imaging B-
A stable phantom center appears, lending vocals a consistent anchor. It maintains a coherent phantom center.
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

SymphonyEars PRE5TIGE 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

C+
  • Technical ability is serviceable, keeping basic detail intact across simpler tracks. It keeps up with acoustic tracks without much fuss.
Mids A-
It delivers an excellent midrange that feels vibrant and true to life. It balances clarity with natural smoothness.
Treble C+
Expect a polite treble presentation that balances presence with restraint. Percussion carries a pleasant sparkle.
Dynamics A+
The presentation feels expansive, letting micro and macro dynamics breathe. There's a sense of limitless headroom.
Soundstage S-
Three-dimensional layering becomes effortless, placing performers on a lifelike virtual stage. Venue ambience wraps around convincingly.
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

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