Symphonium x Elise Audio Europa VS FiR Audio Neon 4

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Symphonium x Elise Audio Europa and FiR Audio Neon 4 use 4BA and 1DD+3BA driver setups respectively. Symphonium x Elise Audio Europa costs $1,550 while FiR Audio Neon 4 costs $2,300. FiR Audio Neon 4 is $750 more expensive. Symphonium x Elise Audio Europa holds a decisive 1.3-point edge in reviewer scores (8.5 vs 7.2). Symphonium x Elise Audio Europa has significantly better bass with a 1.8-point edge, Symphonium x Elise Audio Europa has slightly better mids with a 0.3-point edge, Symphonium x Elise Audio Europa has better treble with a 0.7-point edge, Symphonium x Elise Audio Europa has better dynamics with a 0.5-point edge, Symphonium x Elise Audio Europa has significantly better details with a 1-point edge and Symphonium x Elise Audio Europa has significantly better imaging with a 1-point edge.

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Metric Symphonium x Elise Audio Europa FiR Audio Neon 4
Bass 8.8 7
Mids 7.8 7.5
Treble 8.2 7.5
Details 8 7
Soundstage 8.5 7.2
Imaging 8 7
Dynamics 8 7.5
Tonality 8.2 7.3
Technicalities 8.3 7.2

Symphonium x Elise Audio Europa Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Smirk Audio
Precogvision
Jaytiss

Average Reviewer Score:

8.5

Very Positive


FiR Audio Neon 4 Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Smirk Audio

Average Reviewer Score:

7.2

Generally Favorable


Symphonium x Elise Audio Europa User Review Score

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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+

FiR Audio Neon 4 Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

5.7

Gaming Grade

B-

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

FiR Audio Neon 4 Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

A-
  • Pleasing tonal balance with good technical control. Minor quirks present but not distracting. Demonstrates decent genre versatility.

Average Technical Grade

A-
  • Competent technical presentation. Handles separation and detail well in most tracks, with modest soundstage and acceptable imaging capabilities.
Bass A-
Strong, well-defined bass with good texture. Delivers satisfying punch and rumble without overwhelming other frequencies.
Mids A
Excellent midrange with natural timbre and great detail retrieval. Vocals are forward and emotive with lifelike instrument reproduction.
Treble A
Excellent treble: airy, extended and well-controlled. Great micro-detail retrieval without sibilance or harshness.
Dynamics A
Excellent dynamics with great contrast and speed. Transients are crisp and micro-details are clearly articulated.
Details A-
Excellent detail retrieval: highly resolving without being clinical. Effortlessly reveals micro-details and textural subtleties.
Imaging A-
Excellent imaging: precise and stable placement. Instruments occupy specific points in space with tangible positions.
Gaming B-
Moderate spatial presentation conveys general directionality. Suitable for casual play where precision isn't critical. Bad value-to-cost for gaming purpose - not recommended

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

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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

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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 Head-Fi Profile

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

FiR Audio Neon 4 Reviews

Reviewed by: Smirk Audio

Smirk Audio 7.2 Reviewer Score
A- Tuning
A- Tech
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Bass: A- Mids: A Treble: A Dynamics: A Details: A- Imaging: A-

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