Comfortable headphones. The appearance is simple. The sound is formal. The frequency response is very close to the target Harman 2019, but the low-frequency boost ends late — around 500 Hz, which makes the sound boomy on some tracks.

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I bought the Voyages SR8 after seeing only one review on YouTube. This one is worth the semi blind buy, since it has only one review. The bass is tight and the full range is very good. No sibilants in the treble and the mids are full. I highly recommend this one even at full price. I was looking for a 1plus3 that wasn’t too expensive and this one is perfect.

Very good pair of iem, require a bit extra volume to for clarity. Would recommend.

Sound Impressions: 4/5: It's good but doesn't push boundaries.

~The Voyages will not be the most exciting or versatile IEM you’ve heard, but it has a true mainstay quality to it that makes it a good beginner IEM, but can at times impress seasoned audiophiles.

Bass: 3.5/5: Cleanly organic and slightly restrained.

~The Voyages is not a bassy IEM, but it isn’t lacking to the point I’m turned off.

~The bass is quite clean and snappy, and never interferes in the midrange, yet there’s enough mid-bass for notes to sound full and properly weighted.

~The mid-bass can properly slam and slap when needed.

~The sub-bass could be a little more elevated for my tastes. But it doesn’t seem too rolled-off. It can express deep bass tones clearly but doesn’t boost them to a “fun” level. (Very subjective opinion! For many people, the bass is probably the perfect balanced amount, but for me, a little more authority would bring the bass to a solid 4/5 for me.)

Midrange and vocals: 4/5: Surprisingly enjoyable organic presentation.

~The midrange is clean, clear of mud, yet has emotion and proper note weight. Note textures are expressive and at times, almost holographic.

~Instrument separation is shockingly good for the price, and this can pull off intense rock passages with aplomb.

~Vocals, however, are not quite amazing for me. Sometimes they sound a bit recessed in the mix. I would prefer vocals to be more forward and expressive. I also think they could be richer, as they sound somewhat thin at times.

Treble: 4/5: Crystalline yet non-fatiguing.

~The treble has a shimmery BA quality to it that I personally adore. It brings proper bite and sparkle to the notes that I require from IEMs, or else I’d consider them to have lackluster, spineless treble.

~However, the Voyages’ treble is expertly-tuned to eliminate practically all sibilance in vocals. Also, the upper treble is not harsh or metallic.

~There’s enough treble air for a natural sound, although being a borderline treble-head, I’d prefer a bit more of that sweet treble extension at times. But this is honestly a minor nit-pick.

Soundstage: 4.5/5: Surprising and intimately orbital.

~As I was listening to my music, I was noticing notes emphasized in the soundstage in ways that I’ve never heard before. I wouldn’t say the soundstage is extremely orbital or vast, but it’s presenting music in a way that makes it sound like you’re in the middle of an intimate assortment of instruments, and you’re hearing separation and details in a tight circle around your head.

~Honestly, for a budget 1+3 driver setup, the Voyages is really impressive with its soundstage, instrument separation, and details.

~I’m especially noticing the bass staging to be excellent and gives a holographic effect to the music.

CONCLUSION

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I know this review might seem like a negative one. It’s not. The Voyages is a GOOD set. I am just not sure it does enough to stand out from the crowded “budget premium” segment.

But if you want a simple 1+3 hybrid sound with excellent detail and separation, and good, balanced tuning, maybe the Voyages is the right pick for you!