Softears Volume VS Elysian Pilgrim Noir

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Softears Volume and Elysian Pilgrim Noir use 1DD+2BA and 1DD+3BA driver setups respectively. Softears Volume costs $285 while Elysian Pilgrim Noir costs $800. Elysian Pilgrim Noir is $515 more expensive. Elysian Pilgrim Noir holds a decisive 1.6-point edge in reviewer scores (5.9 vs 7.4). Elysian Pilgrim Noir has significantly better bass with a 1.4-point edge, Elysian Pilgrim Noir has significantly better mids with a 1.5-point edge, Elysian Pilgrim Noir has better treble with a 0.6-point edge, Elysian Pilgrim Noir has significantly better dynamics with a 2.3-point edge, Elysian Pilgrim Noir has significantly better soundstage with a 1-point edge, Elysian Pilgrim Noir has better details with a 0.8-point edge and Elysian Pilgrim Noir has significantly better imaging with a 1.5-point edge.

Insights

Metric Softears Volume Elysian Pilgrim Noir
Bass 5.6 7
Mids 5.5 7
Treble 5.9 6.5
Details 5.7 6.5
Soundstage 6 7
Imaging 5.5 7
Dynamics 4.5 6.8
Tonality 5.8 7.5
Technicalities 6.1 7.3

Softears Volume Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Precogvision Nymz
Tim Tuned
Gizaudio Axel Crin Shuwa-T Z-Reviews Super* Review
Jaytiss

Average Reviewer Score:

5.9

Mixed


Elysian Pilgrim Noir Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Fresh Reviews
Super* Review
Jays Audio Jaytiss Smirk Audio
Z-Reviews Gizaudio Axel

Average Reviewer Score:

7.4

Generally Favorable


Reviews Comparison

Softears Volume reviewed by Jaytiss

Jaytiss 7 Reviewer Score
B Tuning
A- Tech
Smooth, slightly splashy treble, but a legend.

Jaytiss original ranking

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

Softears Volume reviewed by Gizaudio Axel

Gizaudio Axel 6.5 Reviewer Score
B+ Tuning
A- Tech

Elysian Pilgrim Noir reviewed by Gizaudio Axel

Gizaudio Axel 8 Reviewer Score
A+ Tuning
A+ Tech
Sound is similar to the original Pilgrim. Bassier than the original Pilgrim with similar resolution.

Gizaudio Axel original ranking

Gizaudio Axel Youtube Channel

Softears Volume reviewed by Z-Reviews

Z-Reviews 6 * score normalized

Elysian Pilgrim Noir reviewed by Z-Reviews

Z-Reviews 8.5 * score normalized

Softears Volume reviewed by Super* Review

Super* Review 6* * score normalized

Elysian Pilgrim Noir reviewed by Super* Review

Super* Review 6* * score normalized
Relaxed at the vocal region compared to orignial Pilgrim. Too expensive. Texturing is a little bit better than original Pilgrim

Super* Review original ranking

Super* Review Youtube Channel

Softears Volume (more reviews)

Softears Volume reviewed by Crin

Crin 6.5 Reviewer Score
A+ Tuning
B Tech

Softears Volume reviewed by Shuwa-T

Shuwa-T 6.3 Reviewer Score
B Tuning
B+ Tech
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Shuwa-T original ranking

Shuwa-T Website

Bass: B+ Mids: B- Treble: B+ Soundstage: B Details: A- Imaging: B+

Softears Volume reviewed by Tim Tuned

Tim Tuned 5.5 Reviewer Score
B- Tuning
A- Tech
Nicely tuned, vocal forward signature Treble air

Tim Tuned original ranking

Tim Tuned Youtube Channel
Bass: A- Mids: A+ Treble: A-

Softears Volume reviewed by Precogvision

Precogvision 4.9 Reviewer Score
C+ Tuning
C Tech
Decent tonality but boring dynamics and low-level detailing. Oddly dipped in the mid-treble.

Precogvision original ranking

Precogvision Youtube Channel
Bass: C+ Mids: C+ Treble: C+ Dynamics: C- Details: C+ Imaging: C+

Softears Volume reviewed by Nymz

Nymz 4.1 Reviewer Score
D+ Tuning
C Tech
Amp, tip, fit dependent. Pinna gain of death. Technicalities are good, but it's too bright for some, including me. Good for people that listen at VERY low levels and love some bite. Bass lacks intangible aspects.

Nymz original ranking

Nymz Website

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

Elysian Pilgrim Noir (more reviews)

Elysian Pilgrim Noir reviewed by Jays Audio

Jays Audio 7.5 Reviewer Score
S- Tuning
A+ Tech
Good but expensive. Recommended if you can find it for around $500. Direct upgrade to the AFUL Explorer. Scales great. Reminds me of the EJ07M but a bit smoother and less dynamic. Prefer it more than the OG pilgrim, but definitely not worth $400 more lol.

Jays Audio original ranking

Jays Audio Youtube Channel

Elysian Pilgrim Noir reviewed by Smirk Audio

Smirk Audio 7 Reviewer Score
A- Tuning
A- Tech
Cons: Similar to Pilgrim OG at twice the price.

Smirk Audio original ranking

Smirk Audio Head-Fi Profile

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

Elysian Pilgrim Noir reviewed by Fresh Reviews

Fresh Reviews 5.5* * The score of this reviewer influences only the Gaming Score

Softears Volume User Review Score

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Softears Volume Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

6

Gaming Grade

B

Elysian Pilgrim Noir 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+

Softears Volume 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

B
  • Satisfactory technical performance. Handles basic detail retrieval adequately in most tracks. Maintains reasonable cohesion in simpler arrangements.
Bass B-
Average bass performance - present but unremarkable. Has reasonable texture but lacks depth and physicality.
Mids B-
Decent midrange performance - balanced but unremarkable. Adequate clarity for most genres without notable flaws.
Treble B-
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.
Soundstage B
Good soundstage with proper width and depth. Instruments have clear positioning with reasonable front/back placement.
Details B-
Decent detail retrieval. Handles most textures adequately though micro-details and ambient cues could be more pronounced.
Imaging B-
Decent positional accuracy. Good left/right placement with acceptable center image, though depth positioning is approximate.
Gaming B
Decent spatial awareness for fundamental positioning. Creates satisfying atmosphere in story-driven games while handling basic directional cues. Value-to-cost may not be optimal for gaming-focused users.

Elysian Pilgrim Noir Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

A
  • Well-executed tonal character. No major flaws with good technical control. Smooth presentation works with multiple genres.

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 A-
Excellent midrange with natural timbre and great detail retrieval. Vocals are forward and emotive with lifelike instrument reproduction.
Treble B+
Good treble response - clear and detailed without fatigue. Well-extended with proper air and sparkle.
Dynamics B+
Good dynamic expression with solid impact. Handles volume contrasts well while maintaining good transient snap.
Soundstage A-
Excellent spatial presentation - wide, deep and tall. Precise instrument placement with clear separation in all dimensions.
Details B+
Good resolution with clear articulation of nuances. Reveals recording nuances and maintains clarity in complex passages.
Imaging A-
Excellent imaging: precise and stable placement. Instruments occupy specific points in space with tangible positions.
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

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