PMG Audio Apx SE VS Rhapsodio Master

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PMG Audio Apx SE and Rhapsodio Master are in-ear monitors. PMG Audio Apx SE costs $6,000 while Rhapsodio Master costs $30,000. Rhapsodio Master is $24,000 more expensive. PMG Audio Apx SE holds a decisive 6.5-point edge in reviewer scores (9.1 vs 2.6). PMG Audio Apx SE has significantly better bass with a 5.5-point edge, PMG Audio Apx SE has significantly better mids with a 5.3-point edge, PMG Audio Apx SE has significantly better treble with a 5-point edge, PMG Audio Apx SE has significantly better dynamics with a 5.5-point edge, PMG Audio Apx SE has significantly better details with a 6-point edge and PMG Audio Apx SE has significantly better imaging with a 5.5-point edge.

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Metric PMG Audio Apx SE Rhapsodio Master
Bass 8.5 3
Mids 8.3 3
Treble 8 3
Details 9 3
Imaging 8.5 3
Dynamics 8.5 3
Tonality 8.1 3
Technicalities 8.9 3

PMG Audio Apx SE Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Bad Guy Good Audio Smirk Audio
Z-Reviews

Average Reviewer Score:

9.1

Outstanding


Rhapsodio Master Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Precogvision

Average Reviewer Score:

2.6

Very Negative


PMG Audio Apx SE User Review Score

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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-

Rhapsodio Master Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

1.5

Gaming Grade

E

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

Rhapsodio Master Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

D
  • Significantly flawed tuning. Noticeable frequency imbalances and unnatural timbre distract from music. Lacks versatility across recordings.

Average Technical Grade

D
  • Limited resolution; finer nuances are masked. Soundstage feels narrow, and complex passages cause muddiness. Transitions lack finesse.
Bass D
Bass is light and underwhelming. While some faint rumble exists, it lacks punch and authority in any meaningful way.
Mids D
Midrange is significantly uneven with coloration. Some frequencies are boosted while others are missing, creating an unnatural tone.
Treble D
Uneven treble response with noticeable peaks and dips. Can sound both dull and occasionally harsh simultaneously.
Dynamics D
Noticeably compressed dynamics. Musical expression suffers with weak transients and poor contrast between quiet and loud sections.
Details D
Modest detail presentation with significant loss of texture. Nuances are masked and complex passages become congested.
Imaging D
Modest imaging with basic left/right positioning. Lacks precision for center placement and suffers from positional blurring.
Gaming E
Compromised imaging significantly impacts gameplay awareness. Directional cues often lack accuracy or consistency. Bad value-to-cost for gaming purpose - not recommended

PMG Audio Apx SE Reviews

Z-Reviews 10 * score normalized
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.

Bad Guy Good Audio original ranking

Bad Guy Good Audio Youtube Channel
- Bad Guy Good Audio
Bass: A+ Mids: S Treble: A+
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.

Smirk Audio original ranking

Smirk Audio Head-Fi Profile

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

Rhapsodio Master Reviews

Precogvision

2025-09-17
Precogvision 2.6 Reviewer Score
D Tuning
D Tech
Avante garde sound where you simply give up searching for meaning and accept that your artistic sensibilities are not at the level for which the artist intended.

Precogvision original ranking

Precogvision Youtube Channel
- Precogvision
Bass: D Mids: D Treble: D Dynamics: D Details: D Imaging: D

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