Effect Audio x Elysian Acoustic Labs Pilgrim Noir-Dark, Mysterious IEM-Honest Audiophile Impressions

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  • Опубліковано 2 лип 2024
  • A BIG thank you to Effect Audio for providing the Elysian Acoustic Labs Pilgrim Noir for review, much appreciated. The Effect Audio x Elysian Acosutic Labs Pilgrim Noir is a dark, mysterious IEM that will surprise you. How does it compare to the I/O Volare?
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    Chapters:
    00:00 Introduction/Specs
    01:15 Differences between Pilgrim & Pilgrim Noir
    02:10 Build/Design/Comfort/Isolation
    04:25 Cable
    05:35 Unboxing/Tips
    06:45 Source Pairings
    08:00 Bass
    09:50 Mids
    11:35 Treble
    13:08 Technical Abilitiles
    15:25 vs I/o Volare
    17:10 Conclusion
    17:57 Exiting
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КОМЕНТАРІ • 51

  • @TheHonestAudiophile
    @TheHonestAudiophile  25 днів тому +8

    Effect Audio is offering a special discount code for my viewers on the Pilgrim Noir and their cables when you use the discount codes below. Please note that this is an affiliate link and I will get a little something back in return from Effect Audio from your purchase.
    10% off Effect Audio cables (excluding Flagship series): DAVIDS10
    5% off Effect Audio Pilgrim Noir: DAVIDS5

  • @mrowlbert
    @mrowlbert 22 дні тому +2

    Nice review, Dave! I hope you get a hold of the Pilgrim too!

  • @CoffeeXmusic
    @CoffeeXmusic 24 дні тому +3

    Oh wow you are fast. The review that I have waiting for. Awesome thanks ❤

  • @radiofreealbemuth
    @radiofreealbemuth 24 дні тому +2

    Always enjoy your reviews. I love how you describe and explain the sound quality. Thank you Dave 😊

  • @thomaskuhn6541
    @thomaskuhn6541 25 днів тому +4

    Thanks Dave, great review as always. Miss these now that you've cut back your schedule. Any plans for a Devinci review?

    • @TheHonestAudiophile
      @TheHonestAudiophile  25 днів тому +1

      If a DaVinci is provided for review, I will gladly do one.
      I will be doing a video review once a week going forward.

  • @jackhandy6211
    @jackhandy6211 24 дні тому +1

    Thank you for the excellent detailed, honest review!

  • @apir3s595
    @apir3s595 23 дні тому +1

    Great review. Well done.

  • @marlowe1537
    @marlowe1537 20 днів тому +1

    Great review, Dave. I got the 64 Audio U4s ($1100 ) last month, which coincidentally has the exact same driver setup as the Pilgrim Noir-- one dynamic driver for the bass, two BAs for the mids, and one tubeless BA for the highs. So far, I like the U4s but am not blown away by them (much more impactful bass than my Thieaudio Monarch MKII, but the mids are not as good and detail retrieval is a step behind). I am very intrigued by the Pilgrim Noir, which has gotten other positive reviews.

    • @TheHonestAudiophile
      @TheHonestAudiophile  20 днів тому

      Interesting. I heard the U4s at Axpona but it was brief. I don't recall them enough to do fair comparison.

  • @marcusbryant2007
    @marcusbryant2007 24 дні тому +1

    great review, thanks!

  • @sunnytang740
    @sunnytang740 24 дні тому +1

    Nice reviews as usual... 👍👍👍👍👍

    • @TheHonestAudiophile
      @TheHonestAudiophile  24 дні тому

      Thanks

    • @sunnytang740
      @sunnytang740 24 дні тому +1

      Oh! This company is from Singapore?! Same home country here, will lookup this brand now... 👍👍

  • @yogiwp_
    @yogiwp_ 24 дні тому +4

    Really wish we can buy without the cable. I don't mind expensive cables but I just don't like this particular cable.

    • @TheHonestAudiophile
      @TheHonestAudiophile  24 дні тому

      That would be a nice option. I totally understand.

    • @DJ_BROBOT
      @DJ_BROBOT 24 дні тому +1

      I guess these manufacturers are finding ways to market IEMs and Cable as a whole sound package...this is what happened with my Old Questyle QP2R focal edition that came in a set with a pair of Focal Cans.

  • @kaavik47
    @kaavik47 24 дні тому +1

    Great video. I thought this might be an improved Pilgrim, which is already getting raves. Have you heard both, and is it worth the upgrade?? Thanks.

    • @TheHonestAudiophile
      @TheHonestAudiophile  24 дні тому

      As mentioned in the video, I haven't heard the original which is why I didn't compare them.

  • @user-oz8rb5ee4f
    @user-oz8rb5ee4f 25 днів тому +2

    Thanks for the review. Seems like they're fun. I wonder why people view it as boring though, couldn't pick that up from your experience

    • @TheHonestAudiophile
      @TheHonestAudiophile  24 дні тому +2

      I don't find them boring at all. Id guess it's because it doesn't have that elevated, vivid treble that a lot of people think is natural but it isn't.

  • @fiddlix
    @fiddlix 24 дні тому +4

    Great review Dave…I can’t see the Noir costing twice as much as the OG Pilgrim. Elysian’s pricing structure is whako. They just proved it again with Noir.

    • @mokisan
      @mokisan 24 дні тому

      Snake oil mate. Lol
      They have a 5k cable, it's the equivalent of a diamond student Honda accura

    • @TheHonestAudiophile
      @TheHonestAudiophile  24 дні тому

      The Eros S is a $300 cable. I wouldn't say it's snake oil. But it is expensive. I own several Effect Audio cables and enjoy them for how they're built, feel and the subtle improvements in sound. Thanks for the comment.

    • @fiddlix
      @fiddlix 24 дні тому +1

      @@TheHonestAudiophile There is not a cable on the planet earth that’s worth $300 bux imho.

    • @TheHonestAudiophile
      @TheHonestAudiophile  24 дні тому

      @@fiddlix to each their own

    • @doubledown4957
      @doubledown4957 24 дні тому +3

      @@fiddlixjust like any branded/designer products like gucci, balenciaga and the like. Their pricing is outrageous but it os still up to the consumer who buys it and financial position. This is nothing new. You buy what you want or what you can afford

  • @carminedesanto6746
    @carminedesanto6746 25 днів тому +1

    GM ☕️ $800 USD ….ouch …but not fatal 😆
    Have a great weekend.

    • @TheHonestAudiophile
      @TheHonestAudiophile  25 днів тому

      Well to be fair, the Eros S cable costs $300 by itself so...anyway.
      Have a good weekend my friend. Enjoy the sunshine and the music.

    • @carminedesanto6746
      @carminedesanto6746 25 днів тому +1

      True, as I can attest the cable I won Effects Ares retails at $400CAD …
      Have a phenomenal weekend ☕️

  • @RadoDani
    @RadoDani 19 днів тому +1

    Im tired of the boring black color scheme. Every IEM I like, seems to go for that discrete look. Regular Pilgrim looks better to me (and is much cheaper) but Noir has what I’m looking for sound-wise.

    • @TheHonestAudiophile
      @TheHonestAudiophile  19 днів тому

      Personally I like black or simple colors in IEM. But I think the reason the Noir is black because is goes with the sound and name.

  • @Coneman3
    @Coneman3 20 днів тому

    Title of this video is so confusing. No idea what it’s about

    • @TheHonestAudiophile
      @TheHonestAudiophile  20 днів тому

      Watch the video and you'll find out 😉

    • @Coneman3
      @Coneman3 20 днів тому

      I did watch a bit Still none the wiser. Are they headphones, cos you never say. Be clearer in future videos - it’s in your own interests. Your goal is clarity.

    • @marlowe1537
      @marlowe1537 20 днів тому +2

      @@Coneman3 Bluntly and seriously, if you watched the first five seconds of this video and honestly are unclear what type of product is being reviewed (and I find it hard to believe that you are not trolling) you are on the wrong channel.

    • @Coneman3
      @Coneman3 20 днів тому

      You could take my comments as constructive feedback or take them personally. Seems you took the latter option

    • @TheHonestAudiophile
      @TheHonestAudiophile  20 днів тому

      @coneman3 In my opinion, it's rather clear that it is an IEM aka In-Ear-Monitor or earphone.
      Thanks for your constructive criticism and I'll take your thought under consideration.
      Thanks for watching and commenting.

  • @BS99999
    @BS99999 24 дні тому +4

    Shill video. How much did Effect Audio pay you for this infomercial?

    • @paultomaszewski1964
      @paultomaszewski1964 24 дні тому +5

      It's amazing you always comment on this channel and you don't like the reviewer. So why do you even come here at all if you just keep saying he's a shill? Is this really Sharur or one of his minions?

    • @Joe-rs9hc
      @Joe-rs9hc 6 днів тому

      I've demoed both the original pilgrim and the noir, and I prefer the noir in every aspect. Whether it not I can justify the cost, it is the better iem.