SymphonyEars PRE5TIGE VS ZeEmpire ZE51B

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SymphonyEars PRE5TIGE and ZeEmpire ZE51B are in-ear monitors. SymphonyEars PRE5TIGE costs $679 while ZeEmpire ZE51B costs $800. ZeEmpire ZE51B is $121 more expensive. SymphonyEars PRE5TIGE holds a decisive 1.6-point edge in reviewer scores (8.1 vs 6.5). SymphonyEars PRE5TIGE has significantly better mids with a 2-point edge, SymphonyEars PRE5TIGE has significantly better treble with a 1-point edge, ZeEmpire ZE51B has significantly better dynamics with a 1-point edge and SymphonyEars PRE5TIGE has significantly better soundstage with a 2.5-point edge.

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Metric SymphonyEars PRE5TIGE ZeEmpire ZE51B
Mids 7 5
Treble 5 4
Soundstage 8.5 6
Dynamics 8 9
Tonality 7.1 5.5
Technicalities 5 4
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SymphonyEars PRE5TIGE Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Jaytiss

Average Reviewer Score:

8.1

Very Positive

ZeEmpire ZE51B Aggregated Review Score

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Jaytiss

Average Reviewer Score:

6.5

Cautiously Favorable

Reviews Comparison

SymphonyEars PRE5TIGE reviewed by Jaytiss

2025-07-20
Jaytiss 8.1 Reviewer Score
A- Tuning
C+ Tech
Early, but very nice so far.

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Mids: A- Treble: C+ Dynamics: A+ Soundstage: S-
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ZeEmpire ZE51B reviewed by Jaytiss

2025-07-20
Jaytiss 6.5 Reviewer Score
B- Tuning
C- Tech
This is a fun set, damn. The most fun bass I've heard. Period

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Mids: C+ Treble: C- Dynamics: S Soundstage: B

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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

5.1

Gaming Grade

C+

ZeEmpire ZE51B Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

4

Gaming Grade

C-

SymphonyEars PRE5TIGE Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

A-
  • Expect an inviting tonal blend that adapts well to genres while staying largely composed. It strikes a nice blend of warmth and clarity.

Average Technical Grade

C+
  • Technical ability is serviceable, keeping basic detail intact across simpler tracks. It keeps up with acoustic tracks without much fuss.
Mids A-
It delivers an excellent midrange that feels vibrant and true to life. It balances clarity with natural smoothness.
Treble C+
Expect a polite treble presentation that balances presence with restraint. Percussion carries a pleasant sparkle.
Dynamics A+
The presentation feels expansive, letting micro and macro dynamics breathe. There's a sense of limitless headroom.
Soundstage S-
Three-dimensional layering becomes effortless, placing performers on a lifelike virtual stage. Venue ambience wraps around convincingly.
Gaming C+
Fundamental left/right positioning with limited depth perception. Works for non-competitive gaming but lacks precision. Bad value-to-cost for gaming purpose - not recommended

ZeEmpire ZE51B Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

B-
  • A mostly enjoyable signature keeps things listenable despite a handful of quirks. It handles most playlists without major complaints.

Average Technical Grade

C-
  • Even moderate complexity exposes the limited resolution and narrow sense of space. Technical fans will find it lacking.
Mids C+
It presents a stable midrange foundation suitable for everyday listening. Clarity is serviceable without standing out.
Treble C-
Expect serviceable treble that keeps detail audible without much polish. It keeps the highs audible without elegance.
Dynamics S
The presentation feels lifelike, translating every swell and attack flawlessly. The presentation feels startlingly lifelike.
Soundstage B
The presentation supplies a believable venue outline where each instrument owns its pocket of space. The stage opens up nicely for live cuts.
Gaming C-
Minimal environmental definition provides only general audio cues. Suitable for games where positioning isn't critical. Bad value-to-cost for gaming purpose - not recommended

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