Vision Ears VE ZEN (Previously VE10) | 10-Driver Hybrid Universal IEMs
Technology, Precision and Art Converge with Vision Ears' VE ZEN Hybrid Dynamic + Balanced Armature Universal IEM
- The VE10 under a new name
- 10 Driver Hybrid IEM with (x1) Dynamic Driver and (x9) BA Drivers
- Premium package includes leather case, VE copper/silver cable w/ 4.4mm, leather clip, cleaning kit, and quality AZLA + SpinFit eartips
- Recommendation for Musicians: mix - drums, bass, guitar
- Wide and open stereo image, high resolution, powerful vivid sound image
- Check out our measurement of VE10
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Bloom's Take It seems as if Vision Ears has been dialing in a clear identity in their flagship IEM tuning. Elements of recent releases like the Aura, EXT and Phonix LE converge in the VE10 bringing you an IEM that blends accuracy, technical performance, and musicality for a pretty compelling listening experience. Vision Ears consistently delivers with their IEM designs, and VE10 doesn’t disappoint with its anodized aluminum shell and futuristic aesthetic. It’s a 10-driver beast with a single Dynamic and 9 BAs, but it’s much more comfortable than VE’s other flagships like the EXT or Phonix. You also get a wonderful 4’ Silver / Copper custom Litz cable with the sort of quality expected at a multi-kilobuck price point. VE10 is an excellent all-arounder and offers a balanced tuning that delivers textured, physical bass, rich midrange, and clear, naturally-extended treble. Combined with a three-dimensional soundstage and marvelous imaging, it’s tough to find anything to complain about. We pitted it against two of our current favorite similarly arranged IEM behemoths: FiR Audio’s Radon 6 and 64 Audio’s Volur. Check out our full review for the faceoff! After VE’s’ recent run of excellent limited editions, VE10 brings the streak back to standard production with an impeccably balanced sound and staunch technical performance. Despite coming in $1200 less than the flagship Phonix, VE10 presents as an absolute TOTL IEM. |
Introducing the Future of Audio Excellence
The VE ZEN introduces the VE10 under a new name. In the VE ZEN, Vision Ears combines the power of nine balanced armature drivers (BA) with an 8 mm dynamic driver with acoustic low-pass filter (DD). This combination provides an incomparable sound with powerful bass, lively mids and airy highs.
The dynamic bass driver gives the low frequencies a much more natural sound, a perfect blend of emotion and precision. The very lively mid frequencies have an almost magical presence and sound incredibly open and detailed. The upper frequencies sound as open and airy as you are usually only used to from In-Ears that use electrostatic tweeters. This combination merges into a sound spectacle that not only invites you to listen, but also transports you into a world of pure sonic ecstasy.
Further outstanding features of the VE ZEN are the high resolution, the balanced sound and the wide stereo image. Thanks to this high level of resolution, the VE ZEN is perfect for controlling any instrument without sacrificing the fun factor. Rich lows make the rhythm section's hearts beat faster, while precisely balanced mids and highs provide excellent control for vocals, keyboards and guitars. The wide and open sound stage reveals details that you've never heard before.
10 Year Anniversary Universal Fit Design
The VE ZEN is the only model in the Custom Line to be available exclusively as a “10 Year Anniversary Design” with a universal fit. For the exclusive 10th anniversary design in 2023, Vision Ears developed a special and completely new anodized aluminium housing with a matching faceplate: fresh, modern and futuristic.
Only available in limited quantity, the VE ZEN “10 Year Anniversary Design” also comes with a high-quality, specially created symmetrical upgrade cable, a leather case including pocket pouch and high-quality silicone attachments from AZLA and SpinFit.
VE ZEN Anniversary Cable
The VE Zen Anniversary comes with a uniquely created balanced (4.4mm) upgrade cable, specifically matched to the sound design of the VE10: powerful, dynamic and detailed.
- Silver-plated over 6NOCC Copper
- Golden ratio geometry + custom litz structure
- 21 AWG
- Silver color
- 4.4mm termination with 0.78mm 2-pin connectors
- 4' length
Sound
The VE10 embarked on a successful promotional tour through Hong Kong, Beijing, Shenzhen, London, California, Amsterdam and Sydney in 2023. It was titled "Best of Show" by many listeners and officially received same-titled award by the prestigious hifi reviewer Headfonia at Canjam in London. Check out Bloom Audio's full review for the details!
Specifications
- 5-way system with 10 drivers (Hybrid BA + DD)
- (x1) 8mm Dynamic Driver with acoustic low pass
- (x9) Balanced Armatures
- (x4) mid/low
- (x2) mid
- (x2) mid/high
- (x1) super tweeter
- Impedance: 8.4Ω @1KHz
- Sensitivity: 114.7dB @100mV @1KHz
- 21 AWG 6NOCC Copper + Silver-plated cable, 2-pin to 4.4mm
- Vision Ears 2 Year Warranty
In the Box
- VE VE10 IEMs
- Designer leather case with soft pouch
- 4' VE Silver 2-pin to 4.4mm cable
- VE leather cable clip
- AZLA eartips + SpinFit CP145 eartips
- Microfiber cleaning cloth, cleaning tool, and mesh replacement kit
