Moondrop S8 VS SymphonyEars PRE5TIGE

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Moondrop S8 and SymphonyEars PRE5TIGE are in-ear monitors. Moondrop S8 costs $700 while SymphonyEars PRE5TIGE costs $679. Moondrop S8 is $21 more expensive. SymphonyEars PRE5TIGE holds a clear 0.8-point edge in reviewer scores (7.3 vs 8.1). SymphonyEars PRE5TIGE has significantly better mids with a 1-point edge, Moondrop S8 has significantly better treble with a 2-point edge, SymphonyEars PRE5TIGE has significantly better dynamics with a 3-point edge and SymphonyEars PRE5TIGE has significantly better soundstage with a 1.5-point edge.

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Jaytiss Score
Moondrop S8
7.3 /10
Jaytiss Score
SymphonyEars PRE5TIGE
8.1 /10
Score gap: 0.8
Metric Moondrop S8 SymphonyEars PRE5TIGE
Mids 6 7
Treble 7 5
Soundstage 7 8.5
Dynamics 5 8
Tonality 6.3 7.1
Technicalities 7 5
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Jaytiss Reviews Comparison

Moondrop S8 reviewed by

Jaytiss 7.3 Reviewer Score
B Tuning
A- Tech
Special set.

Jaytiss original ranking

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

SymphonyEars PRE5TIGE reviewed by

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

Jaytiss original ranking

Jaytiss Youtube Channel
Mids: A- Treble: C+ Dynamics: A+ Soundstage: S-
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Moondrop S8 Details

Driver Configuration: 8BA

Tuning Type: U-Shaped

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Brand: Moondrop Top Moondrop IEMs

Price (Msrp): $700

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SymphonyEars PRE5TIGE Details

Driver Configuration:

Tuning Type: n/a

Price (Msrp): $679

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Moondrop S8 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

A-
  • You get a controlled, composed performance, marrying decent clarity with a still-modest sense of space. A safe technical performer for the price bracket.
Mids B
Expect a confident midrange that keeps details audible without harshness. Acoustic arrangements sound engaging.
Treble A-
Treble performance is excellent—airy, extended, and beautifully controlled. It reveals subtle studio ambiance.
Dynamics C+
You get reliable macrodynamics, with micro shifts that remain only adequate. A reliable performer for most tracks.
Soundstage A-
You hear both the breadth and the altitude of the mix, anchored by accurate positional cues. Immersion improves across genres.

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.

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