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
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!
