Sennheiser IE800S VS Symphonium x Elise Audio Europa

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Sennheiser IE800S and Symphonium x Elise Audio Europa use 1DD and 4BA driver setups respectively. Sennheiser IE800S costs $1,300 while Symphonium x Elise Audio Europa costs $1,550. Symphonium x Elise Audio Europa is $250 more expensive. Symphonium x Elise Audio Europa holds a decisive 3.5-point edge in reviewer scores (5 vs 8.5). Symphonium x Elise Audio Europa has significantly better bass with a 3.8-point edge, Symphonium x Elise Audio Europa has significantly better mids with a 2.8-point edge, Symphonium x Elise Audio Europa has significantly better treble with a 3.2-point edge, Symphonium x Elise Audio Europa has significantly better dynamics with a 4-point edge, Symphonium x Elise Audio Europa has significantly better details with a 3-point edge and Symphonium x Elise Audio Europa has significantly better imaging with a 3-point edge.

Metric	Sennheiser IE800S	Symphonium x Elise Audio Europa
Bass	5	8.8
Mids	5	7.8
Treble	5	8.2
Details	5	8
Soundstage	5	8.5
Imaging	5	8
Dynamics	4	8
Tonality	5	8.2
Technicalities	5.6	8.3

Sennheiser IE800S Aggregated Review Score

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Symphonium x Elise Audio Europa Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Score:

8.5

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Driver Configuration: 1DD

Tuning Type: Warm

Brand: Sennheiser Top Sennheiser IEMs

Price (Msrp): $1,300

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Driver Configuration: 4BA

Tuning Type: bass-boosted neutral

Brand: Symphonium Top Symphonium IEMs

Price (Msrp): $1,550

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Sennheiser IE800S Gaming Score

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

Gaming Score

4.4

Gaming Grade

C-

Symphonium x Elise Audio Europa Gaming Score

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

Gaming Score

6.8

Gaming Grade

B+

Sennheiser IE800S Scorings

Average Tunign Grade

C+

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

Average Technical Grade

B-

Satisfactory technical performance. Handles basic detail retrieval adequately in most tracks. Maintains reasonable cohesion in simpler arrangements.

Bass C+

Average bass performance - present but unremarkable. Has reasonable texture but lacks depth and physicality.

Mids C+

Decent midrange performance - balanced but unremarkable. Adequate clarity for most genres without notable flaws.

Treble C+

Decent treble with acceptable extension and detail. Can sound slightly unrefined but avoids being harsh or sibilant.

Dynamics C-

Average dynamics - passable but unexciting. Transients are rounded and micro-dynamics lack refinement.

Details C+

Decent detail retrieval. Handles most textures adequately though micro-details and ambient cues could be more pronounced.

Imaging C+

Decent positional accuracy. Good left/right placement with acceptable center image, though depth positioning is approximate.

Gaming C-

Minimal environmental definition provides only general audio cues. Suitable for games where positioning isn't critical. Bad value-to-cost for gaming purpose - not recommended

Symphonium x Elise Audio Europa Scorings

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

Sennheiser IE800S Reviews

Reviewed by: Crin

5.5 Reviewer Score

C+ Tuning

B+ Tech

Very subtle refinement to the original IE800.

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Reviewed by: Precogvision

4.5 Reviewer Score

C+ Tuning

C Tech

The usual Sennheiser in-ear tuning with a strange lack of dynamics.

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

Symphonium x Elise Audio Europa Reviews

Reviewed by: Jaytiss

9.4 Reviewer Score

A+ Tuning

S Tech

One of the best things Elise and Symphonium have done. Love it.

Jaytiss original ranking

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Mids: A+ Treble: S Dynamics: A+ Soundstage: S-

Reviewed by: Precogvision

2025-09-17

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

7.9 Reviewer Score

A Tuning

A+ Tech

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

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Reviewed by: Crin

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Reviewed by: Smirk Audio

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