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• Musical and fun to listen
• Beautiful midrange
• Organic timbre
• Good technicalities
• Comfortable to wear
• Smooth but airy treble
:
• Hard to drive
• Cable could be better
• Shiny gold design (subjective)
Disclaimer:
The Venture Electronics SIE was sent as part of a review tour organized by Audio Geek in my country. The tour unit belongs to the brand. This review reflects my unbiased, subjective, and honest opinion of the IEM.
Sources Used:
• VE stack (VE Prime Pure DAC + RUNABOUT Pure AMP + WARP CORE SLIM)
• iBasso DX180 (High gain mode)
Eartips Used:
Divinus Velvet Wide Bore eartips
Cable Used:
Stock cable was used during this review.
Introduction:
Venture Electronics (VE) is a community-driven audio brand from China that’s built a reputation for delivering music-first gear at honest prices. Known worldwide for their Monk earbuds, VE has shown that great sound doesn’t need to be expensive. Their products range from budget-friendly earbuds to amps and cables. VE carries a simple philosophy: focus on pure, engaging sound and cut the unnecessary hype.
Sound Impressions:
The VE SIE was power-hungry to drive, so I used the iBasso DX180 on high gain mode, but it truly shined on the VE Stack. Along with that, I tried different tips, but the Divinus Velvet Wide Bore eartips provided the maximum comfort and also fixed the sub-bass quantity.
Bass:
Sub-bass:
The first impression was okayish, but after experimenting, I found the best bass response with the Divinus Velvet Wide Bore eartips. The sub-bass has excellent quality and quantity, very good at this price point. With this combo, the SIE can satisfy bass-head audiophiles. The sub-bass quality is so good that songs like ‘Raja Aala’ by Avadhoot Gupte become more enjoyable.
Mid-bass:
The mid-bass is kind of average in my opinion. The mid-bass doesn’t have that fast attack and decay, making drums and bass guitar not so enjoyable. Also, there is some mid-bass bleed into the mids.
Lower Midrange:
The mid-bass bleed results in male vocals having enough thickness, creating a unique and realistic timbre. However, snare drums feel slightly softened rather than sharp. Songs like ‘Bas Ek Pal’ by KK and Dominique Cerejo give the feeling of life like vocals due to that warmth.
Upper Midrange:
This is the best part of the VE SIE. Female vocals feel very slightly recessed, maintaining clarity and emotional depth in songs like ‘Bai Ga’ by Arya Ambekar. Vocals don’t sound nasal or hollow, and cymbals sound natural.
Treble:
The treble has enough energy while remaining smooth overall. There is no unpleasant sharpness, nor does it sound dark. Cymbal strikes are generally pleasant. The treble doesn’t roll off quickly, which keeps the perfect balance.
Technicalities:
The good part of the VE SIE is its outstanding technical performance. Detail retrieval is good within its price bracket, though it does not quite compete with significantly higher-end IEMs. Additionally, the soundstage is impressively expansive, offering excellent instrument separation and precise layering.
Conclusion:
The Venture Electronics SIE is a solid performer that blends musicality with strong technicalities. It shines with its organic timbre, beautiful midrange, and smooth yet airy treble, making it a joy to listen to for long sessions. While the SIE can be demanding to drive and the stock cable leaves room for improvement, the overall experience is rewarding once properly powered. For listeners who value engaging sound with natural tonality and wide staging, the SIE stands out as an good offering in its price range.
