Oriolus Isabellae VS Hercules Audio Noah

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Oriolus Isabellae and Hercules Audio Noah use 1DD and 3dd BA driver setups respectively. Oriolus Isabellae costs $600 while Hercules Audio Noah costs $525. Oriolus Isabellae is $75 more expensive. Hercules Audio Noah holds a decisive 2.5-point edge in reviewer scores (6.4 vs 8.9). Hercules Audio Noah has significantly better mids with a 2.3-point edge, Hercules Audio Noah has significantly better treble with a 2-point edge and Hercules Audio Noah has significantly better dynamics with a 4.5-point edge.

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Metric Oriolus Isabellae Hercules Audio Noah
Bass 5 8.9
Mids 5.7 8
Treble 5 7
Details 6 8.9
Soundstage 7.5 7.5
Imaging 6 8.9
Dynamics 4.5 9
Tonality 5.6 7.9
Technicalities 5.7 7
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Oriolus Isabellae Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Precogvision
Shuwa-T Jaytiss Crin
Audionotions
Head-Fi.org

Average Reviewer Score:

6.4

Mixed to Positive


Hercules Audio Noah Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Jaytiss

Average Reviewer Score:

8.9

Outstanding


Reviews Comparison

Oriolus Isabellae reviewed by Jaytiss

Jaytiss 6.3 Reviewer Score
C+ Tuning
C+ Tech
Awesome shimmer, and cool unique sound.

Jaytiss original ranking

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

Hercules Audio Noah reviewed by Jaytiss

2025-10-17
Jaytiss 8.9 Reviewer Score
A Tuning
A- Tech
Clean vocals, just amazing, clean and clear. 5/5 amazing maybe best thing Ive heard.

Jaytiss original ranking

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

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Oriolus Isabellae reviewed by Audionotions

Audionotions 7 Reviewer Score
Beautifully sweet mids, good fun bass - maybe not the most resolving but sinfully enjoyable. Slight weirdness for some female vocals but other than that, it sounds great

Audionotions original ranking

Website (Audionotions)

Oriolus Isabellae reviewed by Shuwa-T

Shuwa-T 6.7 Reviewer Score
B Tuning
A- Tech
Comment: Impressive sound from a single DD. Warm and pleasing tuning, sweet coloured vocals Treble peak may annoy some

Shuwa-T original ranking

Shuwa-T Website

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

Oriolus Isabellae reviewed by Crin

Crin 6 Reviewer Score
B+ Tuning
B Tech

Oriolus Isabellae reviewed by Precogvision

Precogvision 4.3 Reviewer Score
C- Tuning
C Tech
Midrange doesn't sound very DD-like; more along the lines of etched and gritty perhaps due to 11kHz peak in treble.

Precogvision original ranking

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

Oriolus Isabellae reviewed by Head-Fi.org

Head-Fi.org 8 * score rescaled + normalized
8 community members have rated the Oriolus Isabellae at an average of 4.3/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Excellent.

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Oriolus Isabellae Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

5.2

Gaming Grade

C+

Hercules Audio Noah 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+

Oriolus Isabellae Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

B-
  • A mostly enjoyable signature keeps things listenable despite a handful of quirks. It handles most playlists without major complaints.

Average Technical Grade

B-
  • It offers a competent showing, maintaining cohesion on straightforward arrangements. Complex passages start to challenge it, but never derail the show.
Bass C+
Expect a balanced but ordinary low end that avoids both extremes. Slam remains moderate and controlled.
Mids B-
Expect a competent midrange that keeps vocals grounded and instruments clear. Tone is acceptable across multiple genres.
Treble C+
Treble feels agreeable overall, bringing sparkle without significant fatigue. You get a polite sense of air.
Dynamics C
Expect modest dynamics that keep music listenable without thrill. Micro-contrast is serviceable.
Soundstage A
All dimensions bloom together, producing an expansive venue that feels carefully rendered. You can map the ensemble easily.
Details B
Nuance retrieval becomes reliable, highlighting expressive touches in every instrument. It rewards attentive listening.
Imaging B
Instrument boundaries feel well carved, avoiding smear or drift. Instrument outlines feel well-defined.
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

Hercules Audio Noah Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

A
  • Tuning feels well executed, keeping a natural flow across the spectrum. Switching genres feels seamless.

Average Technical Grade

A-
  • The presentation feels orderly, balancing workable detail retrieval with acceptable imaging cues. It keeps momentum without smearing transients.
Mids A+
It offers a luxurious, resolving midrange that captures micro-detail beautifully. Every vocal inflection is captured.
Treble A-
Highs feel superbly executed, revealing micro-detail without hint of sibilance. Highs stay smooth even at volume.
Dynamics S
This is reference-grade dynamic performance with breathtaking realism. It mirrors live-music intensity perfectly.
Soundstage A
Immersion steps up dramatically as width, depth, and height integrate into a cohesive hologram. Everything sounds naturally spaced.
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

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