Our first ever planar magnetic can, VENUS is up for pre order

[Nick24JJ]

Hermes/EVRI is the worst courier in the world so whenever they decide to deliver things

Man, whenever you'll receive them. please-please listen to some Electronica (Trance, Progressive, House etc) and let us know your feelings,, I mean I don't know if it's your style of music, but I'd appreciate it, thank you!

 

[vsg28]

MOONDROP Venus (and new Void) were finally delivered and I dropped everything else to examine the Venus in great detail. Some photos and measurements as a teaser for the eventual review:

The comparison with the HIFIMAN Ananda is fairly apt here given the similar pricing and tonality, although I'd take the VENUS for the better build quality, smoother tuning, better detail retrieval, two cables both of which are better than the single HIFIMAN cable, and the lower cost too. But keep in mind that the VENUS is much harder to drive than the Ananda, so it can be harder to get its strengths in play if you don't have a decent amplifier. The VENUS is a more relaxed set at lower volumes and I only appreciated its slam when pushed to higher SPL that also isn't as nice on the ears. As such, @Nick24JJ may want to consider an EQ bass shelf or toning down the treble by ear if he wishes to use the VENUS for electronic music.

 

[helloh3adfi]

Are the earpads and headband made of genuine leather?

 

[OCC7N]

MOONDROP Venus (and new Void) were finally delivered and I dropped everything else to examine the Venus in great detail. Some photos and measurements as a teaser for the eventual review:






The comparison with the HIFIMAN Ananda is fairly apt here given the similar pricing and tonality, although I'd take the VENUS for the better build quality, smoother tuning, better detail retrieval, two cables both of which are better than the single HIFIMAN cable, and the lower cost too. But keep in mind that the VENUS is much harder to drive than the Ananda, so it can be harder to get its strengths in play if you don't have a decent amplifier. The VENUS is a more relaxed set at lower volumes and I only appreciated its slam when pushed to higher SPL that also isn't as nice on the ears. As such, @Nick24JJ may want to consider an EQ bass shelf or toning down the treble by ear if he wishes to use the VENUS for electronic music.

Wow! Did you take those beautiful photos?

 

[vsg28]

Wow! Did you take those beautiful photos?

Yes sir, earlier today. Plenty more where they came from but I'll save it for the review.

Are the earpads and headband made of genuine leather?

Sure feels like it! They are perforated on the inside and contoured to better fit the head. I like them quite a bit.

 

[Nick24JJ]

...But keep in mind that the VENUS is much harder to drive than the Ananda, so it can be harder to get its strengths in play if you don't have a decent amplifier. The VENUS is a more relaxed set at lower volumes and I only appreciated its slam when pushed to higher SPL that also isn't as nice on the ears. As such, @Nick24JJ may want to consider an EQ bass shelf or toning down the treble by ear if he wishes to use the VENUS for electronic music.

I don't know how to read the graphs but I do not like much what I see in the bass area... I will be looking forward to your review but I think I need to grow up...

 

[FastAndClean]

Diffused field target is certainly an interesting choice to say the least. They look beautiful, but still skeptical on their performance.

you cant have harman target on open back unless it is very over damped (like dan clark stuff)
DF is great because it is a nice starting point if you want to use EQ correction, close to flat on compensated target is what you want to start with

 

[lexxz]

But be aware that the VENUS is much harder to control than the Ananda, so it can be harder to play to its strengths if you don't have a decent amp.

Amplifier SMSL SH-9 THX, can drive VENUS?

 

[vsg28]

Amplifier SMSL SH-9 THX, can drive VENUS?

I haven't used that exact amp but should be fine.

For those interested, I have submitted my VENUS review and it should be published soon. Here's a secret preview in the meantime: https://www.techpowerup.com/review/moondrop-venus-open-back-over-ear-planar-magnetic-headphones/

 

[Nick24JJ]

I haven't used that exact amp but should be fine.

For those interested, I have submitted my VENUS review and it should be published soon. Here's a secret preview in the meantime: https://www.techpowerup.com/review/moondrop-venus-open-back-over-ear-planar-magnetic-headphones/

Thank you, excellent review, as always!

May I ask you, have you ever listened to the KLH Ultimate One?

 

[vsg28]

Thank you, excellent review, as always!

May I ask you, have you ever listened to the KLH Ultimate One?

Afraid not! The ear cups remind me of the Sivga SV023 and I am skeptical about the pure beryllium claims- maybe a coating at best at that price.

 

[Nick24JJ]

Afraid not! The ear cups remind me of the Sivga SV023 and I am skeptical about the pure beryllium claims- maybe a coating at best at that price.

I'm wearing them right now, as in most evenings when I'm discovering new music on Bandcamp. Give them a try, if you'll ever come across them. On my KLH, the ear pads take the shape of my hear and create a perfect seal after approx. 20 minutes of use.

 

[cherijs0]

how is the bass compared to sundara?

 

[lexxz]

Since everyone is silent, the bass is most likely a problem.

 

[vsg28]

Since everyone is silent, the bass is most likely a problem.

More that I have no Sundara on hand and there are very few review units of the Venus in capable hands- even fewer watching this thread. I have no complains about the bass here for the price.