Vision Ears VE8 VS Symphonium x Elise Audio Europa

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Vision Ears VE8 and Symphonium x Elise Audio Europa use 8BA and 4BA driver setups respectively. Vision Ears VE8 costs $2,200 while Symphonium x Elise Audio Europa costs $1,550. Vision Ears VE8 is $650 more expensive. Symphonium x Elise Audio Europa holds a decisive 2.1-point edge in reviewer scores (6.3 vs 8.5). Symphonium x Elise Audio Europa has significantly better bass with a 3.8-point edge, Symphonium x Elise Audio Europa has better mids with a 0.8-point edge, Symphonium x Elise Audio Europa has significantly better treble with a 3.2-point edge, Symphonium x Elise Audio Europa has significantly better dynamics with a 2-point edge, Symphonium x Elise Audio Europa has significantly better details with a 1-point edge and Symphonium x Elise Audio Europa has significantly better imaging with a 2-point edge.

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Metric Vision Ears VE8 Symphonium x Elise Audio Europa
Bass 5 8.8
Mids 7 7.8
Treble 5 8.2
Details 7 8
Soundstage 6.3 8.5
Imaging 6 8
Dynamics 6 8
Tonality 6.4 8.2
Technicalities 6.7 8.3

Vision Ears VE8 Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Super* Review Precogvision
Crin

Average Reviewer Score:

6.3

Mixed to Positive


Symphonium x Elise Audio Europa Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Smirk Audio
Precogvision
Jaytiss

Average Reviewer Score:

8.5

Very Positive


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Vision Ears VE8 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+

Symphonium x Elise Audio Europa Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

6.8

Gaming Grade

B+

Vision Ears VE8 Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

B
  • Generally enjoyable tonal character with some noticeable unevenness. Maintains listenability while showing room for refinement in frequency balance.

Average Technical Grade

B+
  • Satisfactory technical performance. Handles basic detail retrieval adequately in most tracks. Maintains reasonable cohesion in simpler arrangements.
Bass C+
Average bass performance - present but unremarkable. Has reasonable texture but lacks depth and physicality.
Mids A-
Excellent midrange with natural timbre and great detail retrieval. Vocals are forward and emotive with lifelike instrument reproduction.
Treble C+
Decent treble with acceptable extension and detail. Can sound slightly unrefined but avoids being harsh or sibilant.
Dynamics B
Good dynamic expression with solid impact. Handles volume contrasts well while maintaining good transient snap.
Details A-
Excellent detail retrieval: highly resolving without being clinical. Effortlessly reveals micro-details and textural subtleties.
Imaging B
Good imaging with precise instrument placement. Clear localization within the soundstage including front/back positioning.
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

Symphonium x Elise Audio Europa 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-
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+
Superb treble: effortless extension with crystal clarity. Perfect balance of sparkle and smoothness with exceptional detail.
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+
Exceptional resolution that uncovers the deepest layers. Retrieves even the most minute details while maintaining natural timbre.
Imaging A+
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

Vision Ears VE8 Reviews

Reviewed by: Crin

Crin 7 Reviewer Score
A- Tuning
A- Tech
Extremely coherent signature with a pleasing tuning and high technicalities.

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Reviewed by: Super* Review

Super* Review 6* * score normalized

Reviewed by: Precogvision

Precogvision 6 Reviewer Score
B- Tuning
B Tech
The warm IEM of warm IEMs. Carried by its excellent midrange.

Precogvision original ranking

Precogvision Youtube Channel
Bass: C+ Mids: A- Treble: C+ Dynamics: B Details: A- Imaging: B

Symphonium x Elise Audio Europa Reviews

Reviewed by: Jaytiss

Jaytiss 9.4 Reviewer Score
A+ Tuning
S Tech
One of the best things Elise and Symphonium have done. Love it.

Jaytiss original ranking

Jaytiss Youtube Channel
Mids: A+ Treble: S Dynamics: A+ Soundstage: S-

Reviewed by: Precogvision

2025-09-17
Precogvision 8.1 Reviewer Score
A+ Tuning
A+ Tech
Slightly more tame than the Crimson but more well-rounded as a result. Something like a slightly refined U12t.

Precogvision original ranking

Precogvision Youtube Channel
Bass: S Mids: A+ Treble: A+ Dynamics: A+ Details: A+ Imaging: A+

Reviewed by: Smirk Audio

Smirk Audio 7.9 Reviewer Score
A Tuning
A+ Tech
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Bass: S- Mids: A Treble: A Dynamics: A+ Details: A+ Imaging: A+

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