I/O Volare VS SymphonyEars PRE5TIGE

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I/O Volare and SymphonyEars PRE5TIGE are in-ear monitors. I/O Volare costs $600 while SymphonyEars PRE5TIGE costs $679. SymphonyEars PRE5TIGE is $79 more expensive. SymphonyEars PRE5TIGE holds a clear 0.8-point edge in reviewer scores (7.3 vs 8.1). I/O Volare has significantly better treble with a 1.3-point edge, SymphonyEars PRE5TIGE has significantly better dynamics with a 3-point edge and SymphonyEars PRE5TIGE has significantly better soundstage with a 1.3-point edge.

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Metric I/O Volare SymphonyEars PRE5TIGE
Bass 7.5 8.1
Mids 7 7
Treble 6.3 5
Details 8 8.1
Soundstage 7.3 8.5
Imaging 8 8.1
Dynamics 5 8
Tonality 7.2 7.1
Technicalities 6.9 5
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I/O Volare Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Fresh Reviews
Jaytiss Super* Review
Shuwa-T Jays Audio
Head-Fi.org

Average Reviewer Score:

7.3

Generally Favorable

SymphonyEars PRE5TIGE Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Jaytiss

Average Reviewer Score:

8.1

Very Positive

Reviews Comparison

I/O Volare reviewed by Jaytiss

Jaytiss 6.8 Reviewer Score
B- Tuning
C+ Tech
Nice overall quality.

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Mids: A- Treble: C+ Dynamics: C+ 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.

Jaytiss original ranking

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Mids: A- Treble: C+ Dynamics: A+ Soundstage: S-
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I/O Volare reviewed by Shuwa-T

Shuwa-T 7.6 Reviewer Score
A- Tuning
A Tech
Balanced subbass-focused tuning that borders the fine line between technical and boring, well extended treble that remains free of sibilance The lower midrange does not sound the most natural despite how funny squiggly lines look

Shuwa-T original ranking

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

I/O Volare reviewed by Jays Audio

Jays Audio 7.5 Reviewer Score
S- Tuning
A+ Tech
Best Harman IEM under $600 (my unit is less harman), smooth and natural, great layering and tech, bass texture could be better/not as good as Oracle MK3, but overall very balanced and great all-rounder, also, amazing unboxing and accessories

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I/O Volare reviewed by Super* Review

Super* Review 6* * score rescaled + normalized
If you are looking for the most bang for your buck in terms of the costs of materials - this is it. But not the most interesting sound.

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I/O Volare reviewed by Fresh Reviews

Fresh Reviews 5* * The score of this reviewer influences only the Gaming Score
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I/O Volare reviewed by Head-Fi.org

2025-10-09
Head-Fi.org 8.6 * score rescaled + normalized
7 community members have rated the I/O Volare at an average of 4.7/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Exceptional.

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I/O Volare User Review Score

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I/O Volare Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

6

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+

I/O Volare 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

B+
  • An honest, middle-of-the-road performance preserves structure without chasing micro-detail. It's respectable for everyday listening sessions.
Bass A
Bass is strong and well-defined, delivering slam with admirable control. Electronic drops hit with authority.
Mids A-
The mids sound lush and articulate, capturing emotion effortlessly. Strings and keys shimmer with realism.
Treble B
Highs sound lively and extended while remaining controlled. Detail retrieval keeps shimmer intact.
Dynamics C+
Dynamics feel competent, bringing energy without the finest detail. It carries energy without sounding aggressive.
Soundstage A-
You hear both the breadth and the altitude of the mix, anchored by accurate positional cues. Immersion improves across genres.
Details A+
The tiniest inflections pop into view as if spotlit within the mix. Low-level details feel magnified yet natural.
Imaging A+
Even dense mixes remain locked in place, reinforcing the illusion of physical performers. The stage remains stable regardless of complexity.
Gaming B
Decent spatial awareness for fundamental positioning. Creates satisfying atmosphere in story-driven games while handling basic directional cues. 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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