Oriolus Isabellae VS SymphonyEars PRE5TIGE

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Oriolus Isabellae and SymphonyEars PRE5TIGE are in-ear monitors. Oriolus Isabellae costs $600 while SymphonyEars PRE5TIGE costs $679. SymphonyEars PRE5TIGE is $79 more expensive. SymphonyEars PRE5TIGE holds a decisive 1.7-point edge in reviewer scores (6.4 vs 8.1). SymphonyEars PRE5TIGE has significantly better mids with a 1.3-point edge, SymphonyEars PRE5TIGE has significantly better dynamics with a 3.5-point edge and SymphonyEars PRE5TIGE has significantly better soundstage with a 1-point edge.

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Metric Oriolus Isabellae SymphonyEars PRE5TIGE
Bass 5 8.1
Mids 5.7 7
Treble 5 5
Details 6 8.1
Soundstage 7.5 8.5
Imaging 6 8.1
Dynamics 4.5 8
Tonality 5.6 7.1
Technicalities 5.7 5
Take these comparisons with a grain of salt—we don't have enough SymphonyEars PRE5TIGE reviews saved yet to provide an unbiased result.

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


SymphonyEars PRE5TIGE Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Jaytiss

Average Reviewer Score:

8.1

Very Positive


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+

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

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

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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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Head-Fi.org original ranking

Oriolus Isabellae User Review Score

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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+

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+

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

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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