Final Audio A8000 VS Symphonium x Elise Audio Europa

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Final Audio A8000 and Symphonium x Elise Audio Europa use 1DD and 4BA driver setups respectively. Final Audio A8000 costs $2,000 while Symphonium x Elise Audio Europa costs $1,550. Final Audio A8000 is $450 more expensive. Symphonium x Elise Audio Europa holds a decisive 2.6-point edge in reviewer scores (5.8 vs 8.5). Symphonium x Elise Audio Europa has significantly better bass with a 2.5-point edge, Symphonium x Elise Audio Europa has significantly better mids with a 3.6-point edge, Symphonium x Elise Audio Europa has significantly better treble with a 2.7-point edge, Symphonium x Elise Audio Europa has significantly better dynamics with a 2-point edge, Symphonium x Elise Audio Europa has better soundstage with a 0.5-point edge, Symphonium x Elise Audio Europa has better details with a 0.8-point edge and Symphonium x Elise Audio Europa has significantly better imaging with a 1.5-point edge.

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Metric Final Audio A8000 Symphonium x Elise Audio Europa
Bass 6.3 8.8
Mids 4.3 7.8
Treble 5.5 8.2
Details 7.3 8
Soundstage 8 8.5
Imaging 6.5 8
Dynamics 6 8
Tonality 5.4 8.2
Technicalities 7.1 8.3

Final Audio A8000 Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Precogvision
Crin
Shuwa-T

Average Reviewer Score:

5.8

Mixed


Symphonium x Elise Audio Europa Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Smirk Audio
Precogvision
Jaytiss

Average Reviewer Score:

8.5

Very Positive


Final Audio A8000 User Review Score

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Final Audio A8000 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+

Symphonium x Elise Audio Europa 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+

Final Audio A8000 Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

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

A-
  • Competent technical presentation. Handles separation and detail well in most tracks, with modest soundstage and acceptable imaging capabilities.
Bass B
Good bass foundation with decent impact. Maintains acceptable control while providing satisfying thump in most tracks.
Mids C-
Midrange is passable but unrefined. Lacks detail and smoothness, with occasional harshness in upper mids.
Treble B-
Decent treble with acceptable extension and detail. Can sound slightly unrefined but avoids being harsh or sibilant.
Dynamics B
Good dynamic expression with solid impact. Handles volume contrasts well while maintaining good transient snap.
Soundstage A+
Exceptional soundstage with holographic imaging. Creates a truly three-dimensional space where instruments float naturally around you.
Details A-
Excellent detail retrieval: highly resolving without being clinical. Effortlessly reveals micro-details and textural subtleties.
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 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
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

Final Audio A8000 Reviews

Reviewed by: Shuwa-T

Shuwa-T 7.4 Reviewer Score
B+ Tuning
A+ Tech
Comment: Final's best IEM. Massive soundstage backed by superb clarity, Japanese tuning style Intense treble region

Shuwa-T original ranking

Shuwa-T Website

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

Reviewed by: Crin

Crin 6 Reviewer Score
B- Tuning
A Tech
Technically strong but going too far with the treble emphasis.

Crin original ranking

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Reviewed by: Precogvision

Precogvision 4.1 Reviewer Score
C- Tuning
B- Tech
Ear piercing upper-midrange and treble response. Decent technicalities, but a far cry from the Dunu Luna.

Precogvision original ranking

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

Symphonium x Elise Audio Europa Reviews

Reviewed by: Jaytiss

Jaytiss 9.4 Reviewer Score
A+ Tuning
S Tech
One of the best things Elise and Symphonium have done. Love it.

Jaytiss original ranking

Jaytiss Youtube Channel
Mids: A+ Treble: S Dynamics: A+ Soundstage: S-

Reviewed by: Precogvision

2025-09-17
Precogvision 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

Precogvision Youtube Channel
Bass: S Mids: A+ Treble: A+ Dynamics: A+ Details: A+ Imaging: A+

Reviewed by: Smirk Audio

Smirk Audio 7.9 Reviewer Score
A Tuning
A+ Tech
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Smirk Audio original ranking

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

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