Symphonium Crimson VS Nightjar Singularity
IEM Comparison: Expert & Community Scores Side-by-Side
Symphonium Crimson and Nightjar Singularity use 4BA and 1DD driver setups respectively. Symphonium Crimson costs $1,500 while Nightjar Singularity costs $1,300. Symphonium Crimson is $200 more expensive. Symphonium Crimson holds a clear 0.6-point edge in reviewer scores (8.4 vs 7.9). Nightjar Singularity has better bass with a 0.6-point edge, Symphonium Crimson has better mids with a 0.7-point edge, Symphonium Crimson has slightly better treble with a 0.3-point edge, Nightjar Singularity has significantly better dynamics with a 1-point edge, Symphonium Crimson has significantly better details with a 1.6-point edge and Symphonium Crimson has significantly better imaging with a 1.3-point edge.
Insights
| Metric | Symphonium Crimson | Nightjar Singularity |
|---|---|---|
| Bass | 8.6 | 9.3 |
| Mids | 7.7 | 7 |
| Treble | 7.5 | 7.3 |
| Details | 8.1 | 6.5 |
| Soundstage | 8.3 | 7.9 |
| Imaging | 8.5 | 7.3 |
| Dynamics | 7 | 8 |
| Tonality | 8.1 | 8.1 |
| Technicalities | 8.3 | 7.4 |
Symphonium Crimson Aggregated Review Score
Average Reviewer Scores
Average Reviewer Score:
8.4Very Positive
Nightjar Singularity Aggregated Review Score
Average Reviewer Scores
Average Reviewer Score:
7.9Strongly Favorable
Reviews Comparison
Symphonium Crimson reviewed by Z-Reviews
9.5
* score rescaled + normalized
Youtube Video Summary
Symphonium Crimson lands with a bang: a four–BA, four-way crossover design that somehow delivers epic energy without a dynamic driver. Tonality reads neutral-bright with thunderous sub-bass—not a basshead hump, but a slab of solid, deep extension that stays clean. Mids stay clear for vocals and strings, treble rises for sparkle and excitement, and the presentation spreads out like pulled-apart audio “shreds” across a big canvas. The effect is clarity, detail, and slam that feel bigger than the driver count suggests, making music and film scores straight-up addictive.
Technical notes matter here. Nominal impedance is a weirdly low ~6Ω, so source pairing can swing results; the set scales and sounds happiest on robust gear that can keep low-impedance loads stable. Despite the armature array, coherency stays intact, dynamics hit harder than expected, and volume headroom invites goosebumps. It’s not a “bass monster,” yet the sub-bass authority and lively treble make it exciting rather than polite, with imaging that feels wide and tactile.
Ergonomics are the gripe list: the short nozzle can challenge seal and the premium cable lacks a formed ear hook, encouraging twist and loosening—tip rolling (even reversed-orientation tricks) helps. Build is flashy—carbon-fiber shell, red inlays, metal case that’s too hefty for travel. Pricing sits around $1,500 (or $1,700 with 8-wire cable); for sheer fun, impact, and best-in-brand performance, the value argument holds. For all-day softness, something like Twilight stays comfier; for movies, big scores, and “wow” sessions, Crimson feels like a must-grab and arguably the best Symphonium to date.
Z-Reviews Youtube Channel
Nightjar Singularity reviewed by Z-Reviews
9
* score rescaled + normalized
Youtube Video Summary
Single 10 mm dynamic done right. Singularity hits with that coveted one-driver cohesion: a bright, energetic top end riding on subway-tunnel bass swell that feels physical without drowning the mix. Layers stack cleanly, imaging projects like a stereo in front while ambience wraps overhead, and even on modest amps the presentation stays delicate yet weighty. On better chains (think tube or high-end portables), the staging and microtexture climb further, pointing to a legitimately kilobuck-worthy tuning and execution.
Everything around the sound? Mixed. The shell is compact but a bit boxy, fit can be finicky until the right tips are found (Dunu S&S or foam-stuffed silicones help), and the accessory spread—big case, stickers, adapters to 4.4/3.5—is fine but unexciting. The stock cable is soft yet feels mismatched: hardware sized like it’s for an 8-wire, odd strain bits, and overall not $1.3k-luxury. With the IEM sitting at roughly $1,300 bundled to a $500+ “Vanguard 2-wire,” upsell options rocket pricing to absurd heights; there’s no “no-cable” variant, which is the real gripe.
Verdict: as an IEM, it’s a knockout—cohesive, exciting, and vividly dynamic to the point of becoming a daily carry. As a total package, it’s weighed down by cable bundling shenanigans and a so-so fit. With a 43 Ω load, cable influence should be minimal anyway, so the savvy move is to buy the cheapest cable option, swap in a comfortable $50 aftermarket, and enjoy one of the better-sounding single-DDs out there.
Z-Reviews Youtube Channel
Symphonium Crimson reviewed by Yifang
8.5
Reviewer Score
Nightjar Singularity reviewed by Yifang
8
Reviewer Score
Symphonium Crimson reviewed by Nymz
8.5
Reviewer Score
Nightjar Singularity reviewed by Nymz
7.1
Reviewer Score
Symphonium Crimson reviewed by Smirk Audio
7.9
Reviewer Score
Nightjar Singularity reviewed by Smirk Audio
7.7
Reviewer Score
Symphonium Crimson (more reviews)
Symphonium Crimson reviewed by Jays Audio
9
Reviewer Score
Symphonium Crimson reviewed by Shuwa-T
8.4
Reviewer Score
Symphonium Crimson reviewed by Precogvision
8
Reviewer Score
Precogvision Youtube Channel
Symphonium Crimson reviewed by Jaytiss
7.8
Reviewer Score
Jaytiss Youtube Channel
Symphonium Crimson reviewed by Head-Fi.org
8.3
* score rescaled + normalized
Nightjar Singularity (more reviews)
Nightjar Singularity reviewed by Audionotions
7.5
Reviewer Score
Symphonium Crimson Details
Driver Configuration: 4BA
Tuning Type: U-Shaped
Brand: Symphonium Top Symphonium IEMs
Price (Msrp): $1,500
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Nightjar Singularity Details
Driver Configuration: 1DD
Tuning Type: Basshead
Price (Msrp): $1,300
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Symphonium Crimson Gaming Score
Gaming Score & Grade
- The gaming score is prioritizing technical capabilities of the IEM (Separation, Layering, Soundstage) and good value.
Gaming Score
7.2Gaming Grade
A-Nightjar Singularity Gaming Score
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Gaming Score
6.6Gaming Grade
B+Symphonium Crimson Scorings
Average Technical & Tuning Grades
Average Tunign Grade
A+- Tuning feels refined, blending frequencies with convincing realism and engagement. Transitions between registers feel effortless.
Average Technical Grade
A+- It sounds refined and controlled, keeping instruments neatly separated with immersive staging. Busy arrangements remain neatly organized.
Nightjar Singularity Scorings
Average Technical & Tuning Grades
Average Tunign Grade
A+- Tuning feels refined, blending frequencies with convincing realism and engagement. Transitions between registers feel effortless.
Average Technical Grade
A-- Technical chops are reliable, pairing tidy separation with a soundstage that stays conservative. Micro-detail is decent, though never spotlighted.
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