SymphonyEars PRE5TIGE and EPZ 530 are in-ear monitors. SymphonyEars PRE5TIGE costs $679 while EPZ 530 costs $700. EPZ 530 is $21 more expensive. SymphonyEars PRE5TIGE holds a slight 0.4-point edge in reviewer scores (8.1 vs 7.7). SymphonyEars PRE5TIGE has significantly better mids with a 1-point edge, EPZ 530 has significantly better treble with a 1-point edge, SymphonyEars PRE5TIGE has significantly better dynamics with a 1-point edge and SymphonyEars PRE5TIGE has significantly better soundstage with a 1.5-point edge.
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| Metric | SymphonyEars PRE5TIGE | EPZ 530 |
|---|---|---|
| Mids | 8 | 7 |
| Treble | 6 | 7 |
| Soundstage | 9.5 | 8 |
| Dynamics | 9 | 8 |
| Gaming capabilities | 6.1 | 7.1 |
SymphonyEars PRE5TIGE Aggregated Review Score
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SymphonyEars PRE5TIGE Details
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Tuning Type: n/a
Price (Msrp): $679
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EPZ 530 Details
Driver Configuration: 5BA
Tuning Type: n/a
Price (Msrp): $700
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SymphonyEars PRE5TIGE Gaming Score
Gaming Score & Grade
- The gaming score is prioritizing technical capabilities of the IEM (Separation, Layering, Soundstage) and good value.
Gaming Score
6.1Gaming Grade
BEPZ 530 Gaming Score
Gaming Score & Grade
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Gaming Score
7.1Gaming Grade
A-SymphonyEars PRE5TIGE 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
B- Satisfactory technical performance. Handles basic detail retrieval adequately in most tracks. Maintains reasonable cohesion in simpler arrangements.
EPZ 530 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.
SymphonyEars PRE5TIGE Reviews
SymphonyEars PRE5TIGE reviewed by: Jaytiss
2025-07-20Early, but very nice so far. Jaytiss Youtube Channel
EPZ 530 Reviews
EPZ 530 reviewed by: Z-Reviews
EPZ 530 reviewed by: Jays Audio
Great set for jazz/blues/soul/acoustic. Thick and lush. Warm but with nice treble extension. Solid tech. Vocals can be overly husky and buried in busier songs. Jays Audio Youtube Channel
EPZ 530 reviewed by: Jaytiss
It does some things very well. Very good item. Jaytiss Youtube Channel
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