Fiio FH9 VS SymphonyEars PRE5TIGE

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Fiio FH9 and SymphonyEars PRE5TIGE are in-ear monitors. Fiio FH9 costs $600 while SymphonyEars PRE5TIGE costs $679. SymphonyEars PRE5TIGE is $79 more expensive. SymphonyEars PRE5TIGE holds a decisive 1.5-point edge in reviewer scores (6.7 vs 8.1). SymphonyEars PRE5TIGE has significantly better mids with a 2-point edge, Fiio FH9 has significantly better treble with a 1-point edge, SymphonyEars PRE5TIGE has significantly better dynamics with a 2.5-point edge and SymphonyEars PRE5TIGE has significantly better soundstage with a 1.5-point edge.

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Metric Fiio FH9 SymphonyEars PRE5TIGE
Bass 5 8.1
Mids 5 7
Treble 6 5
Details 5 8.1
Soundstage 7 8.5
Imaging 5 8.1
Dynamics 5.5 8
Tonality 5.8 7.1
Technicalities 6 5
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Fiio FH9 Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Precogvision
Crin
Jaytiss
Head-Fi.org

Average Reviewer Score:

6.7

Cautiously Favorable

SymphonyEars PRE5TIGE Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Jaytiss

Average Reviewer Score:

8.1

Very Positive

Reviews Comparison

Fiio FH9 reviewed by Jaytiss

2025-09-11
Jaytiss 7.3 Reviewer Score
B Tuning
A- Tech
A different try on Reference.

Jaytiss original ranking

Jaytiss Youtube Channel
Mids: C+ Treble: A- Dynamics: B Soundstage: A-

SymphonyEars PRE5TIGE reviewed by Jaytiss

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

Jaytiss original ranking

Jaytiss Youtube Channel
Mids: A- Treble: C+ Dynamics: A+ Soundstage: S-
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Fiio FH9 (more reviews)

Fiio FH9 reviewed by Crin

Crin 6 Reviewer Score
B Tuning
B Tech
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Fiio FH9 reviewed by Precogvision

Precogvision 5 Reviewer Score
C+ Tuning
C+ Tech
Pretty alright overall. Warm and reasonably well-balanced in the upper-midrange and lower-treble unlike some of Fiio's other IEMs.

Precogvision original ranking

Precogvision Youtube Channel
Bass: C+ Mids: C+ Treble: C+ Dynamics: C+ Details: C+ Imaging: C+

Fiio FH9 reviewed by Head-Fi.org

Head-Fi.org 8.3 * score rescaled + normalized
10 community members have rated the FiiO FH9 at an average of 4.4/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Excellent.

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Fiio FH9 User Review Score

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Fiio FH9 Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

5.4

Gaming Grade

C+

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+

Fiio FH9 Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

B-
  • The tuning leans easygoing, yet occasional unevenness nudges it away from greatness. A bit of EQ polish can smooth things nicely.

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.
Bass C+
Expect a balanced but ordinary low end that avoids both extremes. Slam remains moderate and controlled.
Mids C+
Expect a competent midrange that keeps vocals grounded and instruments clear. Tone is acceptable across multiple genres.
Treble B
Expect crisp, well-balanced treble that keeps shimmer intact. You hear reverbs decay naturally.
Dynamics B-
Expect solid impact overall, even if finer gradations feel a touch smoothed. Micro-details could still be sharper.
Soundstage A-
All dimensions bloom together, producing an expansive venue that feels carefully rendered. You can map the ensemble easily.
Details C+
Plenty of nuance surfaces, just not the last layer of shimmer. It balances clarity with an easygoing tone.
Imaging C+
The stage feels orderly, guiding your ear across positions without confusion. Depth layering is hinted and believable.
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

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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