Sony IER Z1R VS Elysian Diva

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Sony IER Z1R and Elysian Diva use 2DD+1BA and 6BA driver setups respectively. Sony IER Z1R costs $1,700 while Elysian Diva costs $1,600. Sony IER Z1R is $100 more expensive. Sony IER Z1R holds a slight 0.2-point edge in reviewer scores (8.2 vs 8). Sony IER Z1R has significantly better bass with a 1.8-point edge, Elysian Diva has significantly better mids with a 1.7-point edge, Elysian Diva has significantly better dynamics with a 1-point edge, Elysian Diva has better soundstage with a 0.5-point edge, Elysian Diva has slightly better details with a 0.3-point edge and Sony IER Z1R has better imaging with a 0.8-point edge.

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Metric Sony IER Z1R Elysian Diva
Bass 9.5 7.7
Mids 6.8 8.5
Treble 7.8 7.8
Details 7.4 7.6
Soundstage 8 8.5
Imaging 8.6 7.9
Dynamics 7.3 8.3
Gaming capabilities 6.6 6.4

Sony IER Z1R Aggregated Review Score

Sony IER Z1R Average Reviewer Scores

Smirk Audio Tim Tuned Precogvision Shuwa-T
Crin Nymz
Super* Review Jays Audio

Average Reviewer Score:

8.2

Very Positive


Elysian Diva Aggregated Review Score

Elysian Diva Average Reviewer Scores

Smirk Audio Precogvision Crin Nymz
Tim Tuned Shuwa-T
Gizaudio Axel

Average Reviewer Score:

8

Very Positive


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Sony IER Z1R Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

6.6

Gaming Grade

B+

Elysian Diva Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

6.4

Gaming Grade

B

Sony IER Z1R 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+
  • Very competent with articulate presentation. Well-defined layers and precise imaging. Soundstage is immersive and handles dynamics well.
Bass S
World-class bass performance. Perfectly balanced between visceral impact, texture, and depth with zero bleed into mids.
Mids B+
Good midrange presence with solid clarity. Vocals are clear and instruments have reasonable texture and body.
Treble A
Excellent treble: airy, extended and well-controlled. Great micro-detail retrieval without sibilance or harshness.
Dynamics A-
Excellent dynamics with great contrast and speed. Transients are crisp and micro-details are clearly articulated.
Soundstage A+
Exceptional soundstage with holographic imaging. Creates a truly three-dimensional space where instruments float naturally around you.
Details A-
Excellent detail retrieval: highly resolving without being clinical. Effortlessly reveals micro-details and textural subtleties.
Imaging S-
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

Elysian Diva 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+
  • Good technical performance. Clear separation and decent detail retrieval across various tracks. Soundstage shows reasonable width and depth.
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
Excellent treble: airy, extended and well-controlled. Great micro-detail retrieval without sibilance or harshness.
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
Excellent detail retrieval: highly resolving without being clinical. Effortlessly reveals micro-details and textural subtleties.
Imaging A
Excellent imaging: precise and stable placement. Instruments occupy specific points in space with tangible positions.
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

Sony IER Z1R Reviews

Sony IER Z1R reviewed by:

Smirk Audio 7.9 Reviewer Score
A+ Tuning
A Tech
Visceral, hard-hitting bass, sparkly treble, and a large, spherical soundstage with impressive height. Fit may pose a challenge for many. Cons: Poor fit.

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

Sony IER Z1R reviewed by:

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Jays Audio 9 Reviewer Score
S Tuning
S Tech
Best of the best in most areas, but vocals and mids can be thin due to fit issues. Insane bass texture/detail and HUGE soundstage. One of the best trebles I've heard.

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Sony IER Z1R reviewed by:

Tim Tuned 7.5 Reviewer Score
A Tuning
A+ Tech
Incredible extensions on both ends Lower midrange

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Bass: S+ Mids: A- Treble: A+

Sony IER Z1R reviewed by:

Precogvision 7.9 Reviewer Score
A+ Tuning
A Tech
Top-tier bass, treble, and soundstage height and width. I don't approve of the midrange these days.

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

Sony IER Z1R reviewed by:

Crin 8 Reviewer Score
A+ Tuning
S- Tech
Extended yet natural treble, realistic sub-bass focus and spacious imaging capabilities.

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Sony IER Z1R reviewed by:

Shuwa-T 7.9 Reviewer Score
A Tuning
A+ Tech
Fun sounding without going overboard with the subbass, organic timbre The fit is atrocious, treble can get spicy on hi-hats

Shuwa-T original ranking

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

Sony IER Z1R reviewed by:

Nymz 8 Reviewer Score
A+ Tuning
A+ Tech
Recessed mids I can't approved but best bass tactility I've heard. One of the best stage I've heard. Top of the class treble. Fit is a massive problem for most - one of those that needs to be demoed before pressing checkout.

Nymz original ranking

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

Elysian Diva Reviews

Elysian Diva reviewed by:

Smirk Audio 7.8 Reviewer Score
A Tuning
A Tech
Forward, hyperpigmented vocals. Great tuning and solid techs. 3-way bass switch adds tuning versatility. An exciting listen. Cons: Build quality concerns.

Smirk Audio original ranking

Smirk Audio Head-Fi Profile

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

Elysian Diva reviewed by:

Tim Tuned 8 Reviewer Score
A+ Tuning
A+ Tech
Addictive smooth, natural treble....top tier tuning overall mid bass shy

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Bass: A+ Mids: S Treble: S

Elysian Diva reviewed by:

Precogvision 7.8 Reviewer Score
A Tuning
A Tech
Excellent BA bass and aggressive listen that maintains Elysian's house sound.

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

Elysian Diva reviewed by:

Gizaudio Axel 9 Reviewer Score
S- Tuning
S- Tech
One of the best IEMs for vocals. Dynamic driver-like bass, natural vocal reproduction, and an incredibly smooth tonality. Could use a bit more mid-bass for my taste.

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Elysian Diva reviewed by:

Crin 7.5 Reviewer Score
A Tuning
A Tech
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Elysian Diva reviewed by:

Shuwa-T 8.3 Reviewer Score
A+ Tuning
S- Tech
Comment: Balanced sounding with bass volume switches, only gripe is MMCX connector. Near perfect tuning, amazing bass response for BA and superb treble extension It got outsourced for production and now the QC is looking shoddier

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

Elysian Diva reviewed by:

Nymz 7.6 Reviewer Score
A Tuning
A Tech
Did nothing to my soul, but did nothing wrong as well.

Nymz original ranking

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- Nymz
Bass: A+ Mids: A+ Treble: A- Details: A- Imaging: A+

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