Symphonium x Elise Audio Europa VS Oriolus Monachaa

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Symphonium x Elise Audio Europa and Oriolus Monachaa use 4BA and 4DD driver setups respectively. Symphonium x Elise Audio Europa costs $1,550 while Oriolus Monachaa costs $2,000. Oriolus Monachaa is $450 more expensive. Symphonium x Elise Audio Europa holds a decisive 2.4-point edge in reviewer scores (8.5 vs 6.1). Symphonium x Elise Audio Europa has better bass with a 0.8-point edge, Symphonium x Elise Audio Europa has significantly better mids with a 1.8-point edge, Symphonium x Elise Audio Europa has significantly better treble with a 3.4-point edge, Symphonium x Elise Audio Europa has significantly better dynamics with a 2.5-point edge, Symphonium x Elise Audio Europa has significantly better soundstage with a 2.5-point edge, Symphonium x Elise Audio Europa has better details with a 0.5-point edge and Symphonium x Elise Audio Europa has better imaging with a 0.5-point edge.

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Metric Symphonium x Elise Audio Europa Oriolus Monachaa
Bass 8.8 8
Mids 7.8 6
Treble 8.2 4.8
Details 8 7.5
Soundstage 8.5 6
Imaging 8 7.5
Dynamics 8 5.5
Tonality 8.2 6.2
Technicalities 8.3 4.7

Symphonium x Elise Audio Europa Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Smirk Audio
Precogvision
Jaytiss

Average Reviewer Score:

8.5

Very Positive


Oriolus Monachaa Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Jaytiss
Smirk Audio

Average Reviewer Score:

6.1

Mixed to Positive


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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+

Oriolus Monachaa Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

3.6

Gaming Grade

D+

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

Oriolus Monachaa Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

B
  • Generally enjoyable tonal character with some noticeable unevenness. Maintains listenability while showing room for refinement in frequency balance.

Average Technical Grade

C
  • Limited resolution; finer nuances are masked. Soundstage feels narrow, and complex passages cause muddiness. Transitions lack finesse.
Bass A+
Excellent bass response - powerful yet controlled. Deep extension with authoritative slam while maintaining clarity.
Mids B
Good midrange presence with solid clarity. Vocals are clear and instruments have reasonable texture and body.
Treble C
Average treble performance - present but lacking refinement. Some graininess or splashiness affects clarity.
Dynamics B-
Decent dynamic performance. Good macro-contrast but micro-dynamics could be more nuanced. Satisfactory impact.
Soundstage B
Good soundstage with proper width and depth. Instruments have clear positioning with reasonable front/back placement.
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 D+
Compromised imaging significantly impacts gameplay awareness. Directional cues often lack accuracy or consistency. 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

Jaytiss Youtube Channel
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

Precogvision Youtube Channel
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+

Oriolus Monachaa Reviews

Reviewed by: Smirk Audio

Smirk Audio 7.4 Reviewer Score
A Tuning
A- Tech
Very nice bass and decent treble. Midrange timbre and decay sound off. Technicalities are average for its price range. Cons: Poor techs/price, vocal timbre off.

Smirk Audio original ranking

Smirk Audio Head-Fi Profile

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

Reviewed by: Jaytiss

Jaytiss 4.8 Reviewer Score
C Tuning
E+ Tech
Poor Value, I can't recomend it.

Jaytiss original ranking

Jaytiss Youtube Channel
Mids: C+ Treble: E+ Dynamics: C- Soundstage: B

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