PMG Audio Apx SE VS Oriolus Traillii Ti

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PMG Audio Apx SE and Oriolus Traillii Ti use 1DD+8BA+1Rectangular Planar+1Round Planar and 8BA+4EST driver setups respectively. PMG Audio Apx SE costs $6,000 while Oriolus Traillii Ti costs $8,000. Oriolus Traillii Ti is $2,000 more expensive. PMG Audio Apx SE holds a decisive 1.1-point edge in reviewer scores (9.1 vs 8.1). PMG Audio Apx SE has significantly better bass with a 1-point edge, Oriolus Traillii Ti has slightly better mids with a 0.3-point edge, PMG Audio Apx SE has significantly better dynamics with a 1-point edge, PMG Audio Apx SE has significantly better details with a 1-point edge and PMG Audio Apx SE has better imaging with a 0.5-point edge.

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Metric PMG Audio Apx SE Oriolus Traillii Ti
Bass 8.5 7.5
Mids 8.3 8.5
Treble 8 8
Details 9 8
Imaging 8.5 8
Dynamics 8.5 7.5
Tonality 8.1 8.2
Technicalities 8.9 7.4

PMG Audio Apx SE Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Bad Guy Good Audio Smirk Audio
Z-Reviews

Average Reviewer Score:

9.1

Outstanding


Oriolus Traillii Ti Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Bad Guy Good Audio Smirk Audio

Average Reviewer Score:

8.1

Very Positive


PMG Audio Apx SE User Review Score

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PMG Audio Apx SE Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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Gaming Score

7.2

Gaming Grade

A-

Oriolus Traillii Ti Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

6.1

Gaming Grade

B

PMG Audio Apx SE 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

S-
  • Excellent clarity and detail. Precise imaging and expansive soundstage. Manages complex passages with minimal smearing and good transient speed.
Bass S-
Excellent bass response - powerful yet controlled. Deep extension with authoritative slam while maintaining clarity.
Mids A+
Superb midrange that's rich and resolving. Exceptional transparency and micro-details with perfect vocal/instrument balance.
Treble A+
Superb treble: effortless extension with crystal clarity. Perfect balance of sparkle and smoothness with exceptional detail.
Dynamics S-
Superb dynamic range - powerful yet nuanced. Exceptional transient response with lifelike impact and subtle volume gradations.
Details S
Reference-class detail: microscopic resolution with perfect texture reproduction. Nothing is lost, revealing the absolute truth of the recording.
Imaging S-
Exceptional imaging with holographic precision. Creates a palpable sense of physical placement with perfect positional stability.
Gaming A-
Good fundamental spatial awareness for most gaming scenarios. Handles basic positioning well but may lack nuance in complex situations. Bad value-to-cost for gaming purpose - not recommended

Oriolus Traillii Ti 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-
  • Competent technical presentation. Handles separation and detail well in most tracks, with modest soundstage and acceptable imaging capabilities.
Bass A
Strong, well-defined bass with good texture. Delivers satisfying punch and rumble without overwhelming other frequencies.
Mids S-
Superb midrange that's rich and resolving. Exceptional transparency and micro-details with perfect vocal/instrument balance.
Treble A+
Superb treble: effortless extension with crystal clarity. Perfect balance of sparkle and smoothness with exceptional detail.
Dynamics A
Excellent dynamics with great contrast and speed. Transients are crisp and micro-details are clearly articulated.
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
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

PMG Audio Apx SE Reviews

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Reviewed by: Bad Guy Good Audio

Bad Guy Good Audio 8.9 Reviewer Score
A+ Tuning
S Tech
Game changer. Most resolving accurate replay in the hobby. No specific qualifier to wave off potential buyer..nada Price is extreme but presentation reflects that. No sonic flaws. 1st set in 10 years that gets that.

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Bass: A+ Mids: S Treble: A+

Reviewed by: Smirk Audio

Smirk Audio 8.5 Reviewer Score
A+ Tuning
S- Tech
Great resolution and layering. Great bass texture and punch. Mids have a small timbral issue. Refined, resolving highs. Analogue tone. Engaging yet non-fatiguing. Cons: Shells prone to cracking.

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Smirk Audio Head-Fi Profile

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

Oriolus Traillii Ti Reviews

Reviewed by: Bad Guy Good Audio

Bad Guy Good Audio 8.1 Reviewer Score
A+ Tuning
A- Tech
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Bass: A- Mids: A+ Treble: A+

Reviewed by: Smirk Audio

Smirk Audio 8 Reviewer Score
A+ Tuning
A Tech
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Bass: A+ Mids: S Treble: A+ Dynamics: A Details: A+ Imaging: A+

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