For those wondering about the OG Empyrean with the Elite pads, here you go:
OG Empyrean (default pads):
OG Empyrean (Elite pads)
Still a bit to EQ, but… the treble (and the harder parts to EQ) is a LOT smoother. The upper treble no longer contrasts so hard with the mid treble, and this was something that some, myself included, didn’t really like. There’s a slight cost to the 2khz region, but I do think the treble balance is really the advantage of the Elite pads for those wondering.
At the same time… personally I’d just EQ this either way, so it’s really up to you if you think the pad swap is worth going for.