Today, we’re diving into Oriveti’s latest flagship IEMs, the Grand Oriveti Supremacy, priced at $1,999 USD.
Disclaimer: Oriveti sent us the Supremacy for this review. As always, I am here to convey my honest experience with the product.
ORIVETI
Oriveti is a Hong Kong-based company founded in 2015, recognized for its high-performance in-ear monitors that combine innovative acoustic technologies with unique designs. Driven by a dedicated R&D team with extensive expertise in acoustics and transducer technology, the company consistently pushes the boundaries of personal audio year after year.
I first encountered Oriveti in 2016 through their Primacy IEM, which impressed me with its three-driver setup, excellent tonal balance, and cohesive sound signature. Since then, I’ve kept a close eye on Oriveti, and here at Headfonia, we have reviewed some of their past offerings.
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Grand Oriveti Supremacy
The “Grand” preceding the Oriveti name appears to be an intentional addendum, akin to the differentiating sub-brands created by companies like Seiko or Orient for their upper-tier products. Just as Orient’s “Orient Star” and Seiko’s “Grand Seiko” represent their high-end offerings, Oriveti seems to have adopted a similar approach for their TOTL segment.
Oriveti describes the creation of the Grand Oriveti Supremacy as a journey fueled by the drive to surpass all previous models. The project gained momentum with the introduction of Sonion’s Electrostatic (EST) drivers, which opened up new possibilities for high frequency reproduction. However, the seamless integration of EST drivers presented significant challenges. To overcome this, Oriveti invested in extensive research and countless iterations to refine the driver integration, crossover design, and acoustic optimization.
The final result is a tribrid configuration that includes a 10mm dynamic bass driver, two custom balanced armature midrange drivers, two custom balanced high-frequency armature drivers, and four Sonion EST high-frequency tweeters. Oriveti also redesigned the acoustic filters to optimize airflow and resonance for balanced, precise sound. Whether or not this combination produces a sound worthy of Oriveti’s flagship status remains to be seen, and I’m eager to discover. The Supremacy can be yours for $1999 USD, directly from Oriveti’s online shop.
Specs & Highlights
Driver Configuration: 1DD + 4BA + 4EST
Enclosure: Semi-Custom Stabilized Wood Shell with Metal Nozzle
Impedance: 13 Ohm
Frequency Response: 5 – 50000Hz
Sensitivity: 109+-3dB/mW, 1000Hz
Distortion: 0.08%
Cable: Grand Oriveti “Affinity” 2-Pin 0.78mm – 4.4mm
Packaging & Accessories
The Supremacy’s packaging instantly caught my attention. It comes in a sleek, drawer-style box featuring a large vintage-style font and an orange and black theme—something you’d expect from a full-size headphone package. The front artwork, which looks like a vinyl record, pairs well with the “Inspiring Soundscapes” motto. The Grand Oriveti name pops against the black background, with the Supremacy model name and driver configuration listed below. The back keeps it simple, showing the specs in the same style.
Pulling out the box, you’re greeted by a large cloth bag decorated with Grand Oriveti brand name in black. Inside that is a big brown leather carrying case. This case is huge; it could easily hold two Chord Hugo 2s and multiple IEMs. It measures about 19.5 by 22.5 by 7.5 mm, uses high-quality zippers, and even includes a handle for convenient transport.
Inside this large case are four compartments and four smaller boxes, each matching the outer box theme. The IEMs themselves sit in a dense foam cradle inside the “Supremacy” box. Another box, labeled “Accessories,” contains a generous selection of tips: Bullet Shape silicone tips (S, M, L), Bowl Shape silicone tips (S, M, L, XL), AZLA SednaEarfit Foamax foam tips (SS, S, SM), and AZLA Xelastec tips (SS, S, SM). Another box holds a smaller round leather carrying case with a snap closure, matching the larger case in build and lining. The last box, named “Grand Affinity,” contains the IEM cable.
The accessory set feels premium and substantial, more than what I’ve seen with most $2000 IEMs. The large leather case even includes Velcro dividers so I can arrange my gear however I want. There are also mesh compartments under the flap for storing DAC/AMP cables, spare IEM cables, and extra tips. Both carrying cases have Alcantara-like interiors, so I don’t have to worry about scratching anything.
Regarding the ear tips, I appreciate AZLA’s inclusion. Foamax tips use a denser foam that improves isolation. Xelastec feels grippy to skin, almost latex-like, and while I’m not a huge fan of how they feel, it’s great to have them as an option. Oriveti also provides two sets of silicone tips. The white set feels a bit like RHA’s dual-density silicone and the dark gray set is similar to NUARL’s BlockEar+ tips, which I find very comfortable.
The cable, called Grand Affinity, is a 4-braid design with rose gold connectors and a fabric jacket. I like that it’s pliable and doesn’t have the stiffness or memory issues some cables suffer from. Oriveti seems focused on cable comfort (they always paid attention to this), and this one is no exception. It is flexible, soft, and easy to handle. The brown fabric sleeve and rose gold accents look nice, though I think gold or stabilized wood accents might have matched the IEMs even better. One small note: the cable ends are not interchangeable.
Overall, the Supremacy’s unboxing experience is impressive. Oriveti went all in, from the leather cases to the diverse tip selection and the thoughtful cable design. This level of detail and quality really enhances the premium feel of the product. I especially appreciate the large case, as it offers more customization and storage options than I usually see. I’ve seen some brands charge up to $500 USD for similar genuine leather carrying cases.
Design, Fit & Build Quality
I think the design looks great, especially since I tend to like wood finishes. The Grand Oriveti Supremacy’s shells use stabilized wood, showing off a light brown and byzantium violet color mix. For anyone unfamiliar, stabilized wood involves adding alcohol-based or resin-compatible dyes to the resin. This dye seeps into the wood fibers under vacuum, and various colors and patterns emerge by using different techniques or exploiting the wood’s natural grain.
On the faceplates, the new Grand Oriveti logo stands out, framed by a gold outline. Oriveti also used stabilized wood with a color transition on the faceplates, making the design more dynamic. The shell surfaces feature visible wood grain, color gradients, and subtle contours, all contributing to a premium feel. The nozzle is semi-matte aluminum with a mesh pattern that reminds me of a snowflake or flower shape. It’s easy to keep clean and fits industry-standard widths.
I pay special attention to the lacquer on stabilized wood, and Oriveti has applied it smoothly and evenly without any uneven patches. Another detail is the aluminum vent port at the bottom of the faceplate, which helps feed the DD driver and prevents a vacuum effect inside the ear. In terms of fit, the Supremacy doesn’t use an aggressive concha support. Instead, the semi-custom shell feels comfortable and has soft contours. Although the overall shell isn’t massive, it’s not ideal for very small ears.
My ears and ear canals are wide, so the fit works perfectly for me. To give a sense of scale, I’d call ThieAudio’s Origin and Hype 10 shells “ML,” Oriolus Monachaa’s “L,” and Mega5EST’s “M.” The Grand Oriveti Supremacy is around the same size (ML) as the Origin but slightly deeper and more rounded inside the concha area, making it even more comfortable. With the included AZLA foam tips, I find it blocks around 30 dB of outside noise so passive isolation is quite good.
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