Symphonium Giant VS FlipEars Legion

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FlipEars Legion stakes its identity on a bold, mid-bass–driven fun signature with a bone-conduction twist. The shell is huge and may challenge small ears, the 2-pin sockets are deeply recessed, and the stock 4.4 mm cable and premium case feel thoughtful and upscale. On the graph, there’s a notable dip through the mids that can sound a touch hollow, plus energy around 4 kHz and 8 kHz that adds bite and sparkle; in practice the set delivers big slam, airy extension, and surprisingly solid imaging for a BC-assisted tuning. A light EQ nudge to the upper-mids/lower-mids tightens tonality and pushes technicals up a tier.

Positionally, Legion reads as a “fun daily driver” rather than a sterile studio tool. Compared with similar BC-flavored sets, it feels more controlled than the Z Empire “party” tuning, and markedly more coherent than cheap experiments like KB Ear KBO2. Against safer picks, Monarch Mk I remains the clean, glassy option, while ThieAudio Origin is a safer all-rounder; Legion, however, brings deeper sub-bass and livelier presence with more character. Versus Triton, Legion’s upper-air/presence has better flow; versus the high-ticket Muse, Legion trades a bit of refinement for long-session comfort, dodging fatiguing 6 kHz glare.

Overall, this is an engaging, charismatic tribid that rewards listeners seeking bass heft, contrast, and BC texture without descending into chaos. It’s not the safest first $800 pick given the mid dip and fit quirks, but as a statement piece from FlipEars it feels well priced, well built, and easy to recommend to those prioritizing musical thrill over strict neutrality—especially with a touch of EQ to tidy the mids.

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Symphonium Giant comes in at $700 with a head-scratching spec sheet that vaguely says “hybrid BA + custom-tuned DD” while shouting about a 7Ω impedance. That ultra-low load is the story: it makes the set absurdly cable-sensitive—swap wires and the tonality shifts from lively to dull in a heartbeat. The stock cable keeps things intact; an Effect Audio swap noticeably softens detail, while a cheap Flare cable warms the signature and adds thickness. Tip rolling matters too (wide-bore DUNU SS versus “Render” tips), and even sources react; a portable FPGA DAP bleeds battery into that 7Ω sink, whereas a tube hybrid (Orchard Audio Valencia) injects welcome warmth and space. Packaging and labeling feel small-batch—serial plaques and sacks galore—but the box design and shell labeling are meh.

When set up right—stock cable, DUNU SS tips, and a touch of tube—Giant delivers a surprisingly large soundstage, clean mids, and impactful bass when the mix calls for it. Chain variance, though, is wild: vocals and treble clarity swing with every wire and amp, and the wrong pairing turns the tuning boring. As a value play, the performance fits closer to a strong $500 bracket; accessories are basic, and the tuning lacks the bombastic sparkle of Symphonium’s Crimson. Verdict: fine to recommend with caveats—use the stock cable, avoid high-resistance wires, and give it a warm front end. Treat the 7Ω spec with respect, or the Giant shrinks fast.

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FlipEars Legion brings serious boutique flair: a wax-sealed letter, a plush leather case, and a premium 4.4 mm cable set the tone, while the hand-finished brass faceplates (rose-gold plated, enamelled by a jeweler) scream showpiece. The resin shells feel rock-solid and quite hefty (~12 g each), yet the earhooks distribute weight well for multi-hour sessions. Fit skews large—small ears will struggle, and shallow seals blunt the bone conduction effect. Accessories are minimal but tasteful (L-size Baroque tips, cable tie), fitting the boutique vibe. Build, finish, and the whole Spartan aesthetic? Sub-Zero cool.

Under the hood, Legion is a tribrid: custom dynamic for lows, a bone-conduction driver active through bass/mids, and a custom electret tweeter up top. The signature is unapologetically V-shaped. Bass is the star—tactile, rumbly, and subwoofer-like without boom or weird BC artifacts; kick drums and EDM drops thump with grinning authority. Lower mids gain pleasing warmth and body, while center-mids can sit a touch pushed back on acoustic and vocal-centric tracks. Treble is crisp and airy, smooth yet detailed, avoiding fatigue while keeping cymbals and harmonic sheen lively. Staging benefits from BC with a wider, more separated image and engaging depth when the recording allows.

Put simply, this is the polished, modern take on that classic fun V-tune: all the excitement, far fewer compromises. For EDM, hip-hop, pop, rock and anything bass-forward, Legion is a party in the ears and a compelling endgame choice at its $850 pre-order tier. Those chasing neutral mids, analytical focus, or small-ear ergonomics should look elsewhere; everyone else gets glorious low-end slam, smooth sparkly highs, and boutique craftsmanship that feels special. On the Audio Amigo scale: “This is brilliant.”