Elysian Annihilator 2021 VS PMG Audio Apx SE

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Elysian Annihilator 2021 and PMG Audio Apx SE use 1DD+4BA+2EST and 1DD+8BA+1Rectangular Planar+1Round Planar driver setups respectively. Elysian Annihilator 2021 costs $3,500 while PMG Audio Apx SE costs $6,000. PMG Audio Apx SE is $2,500 more expensive. PMG Audio Apx SE holds a slight 0.3-point edge in reviewer scores (8.8 vs 9.1). PMG Audio Apx SE has slightly better bass with a 0.4-point edge, Elysian Annihilator 2021 has significantly better treble with a 1.8-point edge, Elysian Annihilator 2021 has better dynamics with a 0.5-point edge, Elysian Annihilator 2021 has better details with a 0.7-point edge and PMG Audio Apx SE has slightly better imaging with a 0.3-point edge.

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Metric Elysian Annihilator 2021 PMG Audio Apx SE
Bass 8.1 8.5
Mids 8.1 8.3
Treble 9.8 8
Details 9.7 9
Soundstage 8.5 9.1
Imaging 8.2 8.5
Dynamics 9 8.5
Tonality 8.6 8.1
Technicalities 8.9 8.9

Elysian Annihilator 2021 Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Precogvision Shuwa-T Crin
Nymz Z-Reviews Tim Tuned

Average Reviewer Score:

8.8

Excellent

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PMG Audio Apx SE Aggregated Review Score

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Average Reviewer Score:

9.1

Outstanding

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Elysian Annihilator 2021 Details

Driver Configuration: 1DD+4BA+2EST

Tuning Type: U-Shaped

Brand: Elysian Top Elysian IEMs

Price (Msrp): $3,500

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PMG Audio Apx SE Details

Driver Configuration: 1DD+8BA+1Rectangular Planar+1Round Planar

Tuning Type: Warm U-shaped

Price (Msrp): $6,000

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Elysian Annihilator 2021 Gaming Score

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

Gaming Score

7.4

Gaming Grade

A-

PMG Audio Apx SE Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

7.2

Gaming Grade

A-

Elysian Annihilator 2021 Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

S-
  • Highly polished technical execution. Excellent frequency synergy creates an immersive experience. Enhances musical content.

Average Technical Grade

S-
  • Excellent clarity and detail. Precise imaging and expansive soundstage. Manages complex passages with minimal smearing and good transient speed.
Bass A+
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 S+
Reference-class treble: flawless extension with zero fatigue. Hyper-detailed yet perfectly natural reproduction of highs.
Dynamics S
Reference-class dynamics: perfect micro/macro contrast with lightning transients. Utterly realistic reproduction of musical energy.
Soundstage S-
Exceptional soundstage with holographic imaging. Creates a truly three-dimensional space where instruments float naturally around you.
Details S
Reference-class detail: microscopic resolution with perfect texture reproduction. Nothing is lost, revealing the absolute truth of the recording.
Imaging A+
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

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

Elysian Annihilator 2021 Reviews

Reviewed by: Nymz

Nymz 9.1 Reviewer Score
S Tuning
S Tech
Usual agressive and saturated Elysian house sound with the best treble ever.

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

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Reviewed by: Tim Tuned

Tim Tuned 9 Reviewer Score
S Tuning
S Tech
Speediest Treble, well extended, high details Midbass a bit too much for me

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Bass: A+ Mids: S Treble: S+

Reviewed by: Precogvision

Precogvision 8.7 Reviewer Score
A+ Tuning
S Tech
Agressive listen with excellent resolution and, currently, the only true implementation of the EST drivers.

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Bass: A- Mids: A- Treble: S+ Dynamics: S Details: S+ Imaging: A+
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Reviewed by: Shuwa-T

Shuwa-T 8.7 Reviewer Score
S- Tuning
S- Tech
Comment: Perfect for treble heads. Extremely well tuned set with incredible technical performance and extension Treble may be a little too spicy

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Bass: S- Mids: S- Treble: S Soundstage: S- Details: S Imaging: S-

Reviewed by: Crin

Crin 8.5 Reviewer Score
S- Tuning
S Tech
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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+
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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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Bass: S Mids: A Treble: A+ Dynamics: S- Details: S Imaging: S-

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