Sony IER Z1R VS Symphonium Crimson
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Sony IER Z1R and Symphonium Crimson use 2DD+1BA and 4BA driver setups respectively. Sony IER Z1R costs $1,700 while Symphonium Crimson costs $1,500. Sony IER Z1R is $200 more expensive. Symphonium Crimson holds a slight 0.3-point edge in reviewer scores (8.2 vs 8.4). Sony IER Z1R has better bass with a 0.9-point edge, Symphonium Crimson has better mids with a 0.9-point edge, Sony IER Z1R has slightly better treble with a 0.3-point edge, Sony IER Z1R has slightly better dynamics with a 0.3-point edge, Symphonium Crimson has slightly better soundstage with a 0.3-point edge and Symphonium Crimson has better details with a 0.8-point edge.
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| Metric | Sony IER Z1R | Symphonium Crimson |
|---|---|---|
| Bass | 9.5 | 8.6 |
| Mids | 6.8 | 7.7 |
| Treble | 7.8 | 7.5 |
| Details | 7.4 | 8.1 |
| Soundstage | 8 | 8.3 |
| Imaging | 8.6 | 8.5 |
| Dynamics | 7.3 | 7 |
| Gaming capabilities | 6.6 | 7.1 |
Sony IER Z1R Aggregated Review Score
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Symphonium Crimson Aggregated Review Score
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Sony IER Z1R Details
Driver Configuration: 2DD+1BA
Tuning Type: V-Shaped
Price (Msrp): $1,700
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Symphonium Crimson Details
Driver Configuration: 4BA
Tuning Type: U-Shaped
Price (Msrp): $1,500
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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
6.6Gaming Grade
B+Symphonium Crimson Gaming Score
Gaming Score & Grade
- The gaming score is prioritizing technical capabilities of the IEM (Separation, Layering, Soundstage) and good value.
Gaming Score
7.1Gaming Grade
A-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
Symphonium Crimson 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+- 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
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+
Exceptional resolution that uncovers the deepest layers. Retrieves even the most minute details while maintaining natural timbre.
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
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.
Bass: S
Mids: A
Treble: A+
Dynamics: A
Details: A-
Imaging: S-
Sony IER Z1R reviewed by: Super* Review
9*
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Sony IER Z1R reviewed by: 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. Jays Audio Youtube Channel
Sony IER Z1R reviewed by: Tim Tuned
7.5
Reviewer Score
A
Tuning
A+
Tech
Incredible extensions on both ends Lower midrange Tim Tuned Youtube Channel
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. Precogvision Youtube Channel
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. Crin Youtube Channel
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
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.
Bass: S+
Mids: B
Treble: A+
Details: A-
Imaging: S
Symphonium Crimson Reviews
Symphonium Crimson reviewed by: Z-Reviews
9.5
* score normalized
Symphonium Crimson reviewed by: Precogvision
8
Reviewer Score
A+
Tuning
A+
Tech
Colored tonality done correctly with incredible bass and dynamics. Upper-treble can be slightly too zingy depending on source. Precogvision Youtube Channel
Bass: S
Mids: A+
Treble: A-
Dynamics: A+
Details: A+
Imaging: A+
Symphonium Crimson reviewed by: Smirk Audio
7.9
Reviewer Score
A
Tuning
A+
Tech
Excellent bass, dynamics, and resolution. Very large soundstage with great imaging. Mid/upper-treble may be too elevated for some.
Bass: A+
Mids: A
Treble: A-
Dynamics: A+
Details: A+
Imaging: S-
Symphonium Crimson reviewed by: Jays Audio
9
Reviewer Score
S
Tuning
S
Tech
U-shaped/Slight V/W Shaped. Energetic treble. Great tech. Fun signature. Jays Audio Youtube Channel
Symphonium Crimson reviewed by: Jaytiss
7.8
Reviewer Score
B+
Tuning
A-
Tech
Suffers from BA bass, and super Zingie Treble. Jaytiss Youtube Channel
Mids: A-
Treble: A-
Dynamics: C+
Soundstage: A+
Symphonium Crimson reviewed by: Shuwa-T
8.4
Reviewer Score
A+
Tuning
S-
Tech
The bassier Helios with no sacrifices to clarity
Bass: S-
Mids: A+
Treble: S-
Soundstage: S-
Details: S-
Imaging: S-
Symphonium Crimson reviewed by: Nymz
8.5
Reviewer Score
A+
Tuning
S-
Tech
Great bass, holographic stage and top of the shelf dynamics. Probably my favourite rendition of a W-shaped tuning to this date. Treble might be spicy for some, but using Divinus Velvets (stock black) seem to help a lot.
Bass: S
Mids: A+
Treble: A+
Details: A+
Imaging: S
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