Disclosure: The Que was provided by Sivga for this review. Please read more about our product review disclosure here.

The Sivga Que is a new set of earphones from the Chinese company Sivga. The company was founded in 2016 and is known for incorporating wood into their headphones and IEMs, for both their stylish looks and sonic properties. The Que is an entry-level IEM, priced at $69 USD, which means they face some tough competition as the $50-$100 price range is starting to get highly saturated with quality IEMs. Sivga states that the Que will provide a wide soundstage with natural and powerful bass. Let’s see if the Que does indeed perform in this way.

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• Sivga Que IEMs
• Leather zipper travel case
• 1.2m silver-plated OFC cable, 0.78mm to 3.5mm
• Two pairs of S/M/L silicone ear tips
• Manual

The packaging for the Sivga Que is absolutely gorgeous. Que or 鹊 means Magpie in Chinese, which is highlighted with a picture of a magpie-looking bird on the outside of the box. The design on the packaging is incredibly elegant, with just the right balance between minimalism and art. Inside the box, the earphones are nicely displayed and protected, with the various boxes underneath containing the travel case, cable, and manual.

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Premium Materials

The Sivga Que showcases an impressive blend of materials that contribute to its overall appeal. The face of each earpiece features a smooth, clean maple wood sourced from North America. This isn’t just for show – the wood helps to absorb resonance, resulting in clearer and more natural sound quality. It’s a unique touch that sets these IEMs apart visually while also serving an acoustic purpose.

Complementing the wooden faceplate is a zinc alloy casing, precision cast to ensure optimal acoustic performance. This combination gives the Que a substantial feel that belies its affordable price tag. Despite their $69 USD price point, these IEMs have a weight and solidity that make them feel much more expensive and luxurious.

The nozzle and ventilation holes are precisely controlled thanks to the die-casting technology used in the zinc alloy body. This attention to detail optimizes the diaphragm’s movement, allowing for accurate reproduction across all frequency points. It’s clear that Sivga has put a lot of thought into the design, aiming to reduce sound chamber resonance for a purer, more comfortable listening experience.

Comfort and Fit

Despite their solid construction, I found the Sivga Que to be surprisingly comfortable. The ergonomic design, based on 3D data from different ear shapes, ensures a snug fit that remains comfortable even during longer listening sessions. I tend to be fairly sensitive to how IEMs feel, with discomfort in my ear canal usually occurring after about 30 minutes of using IEMs, but with the Que I had no such issue and was able to listen for upwards of two hours before feeling like I needed a break. Sivga’s design team did an excellent job here.

The nozzle has an average length and diameter, making it easy to find compatible ear tips. They also marked each earphone with L and R, as well as the cable, to help identify which earphone is for which ear. I really like this decision as not everyone buying an IEM has experience with audio products, and sometimes newcomers need a little help with things like that.

Accessories

Sivga has been generous with the accessories included with the Que. The package comes with a high-quality leather carrying case, which is both stylish and functional. It’s the perfect size for storing the IEM and has enough extra room to store something like a dongle DAC or portable Bluetooth DAC (such as the FiiO BTR13) as well. This case is a standout feature, especially considering the price point of the Que.

The included cable is designed to be worn over the ear, which I found to be both comfortable and practical. This design choice effectively reduces microphonics (cable noise) and helps keep the IEMs securely in place. The cable is adjustable, allowing me to fine-tune the fit around my ears for optimal comfort. It’s silver and on the thicker side. I did find the cable to be kind of stiff sometimes. Overall it’s an ok cable for an IEM in this price range.

In addition to the carrying case and cable, Sivga includes two sets of silicone ear tips, each in three sizes. While some users might prefer to experiment with aftermarket tips, these included options should suffice for most listeners.

Overall, the design and build quality of the Sivga Que punch well above their weight class. From premium materials to thoughtful ergonomics and generous accessories, these IEMs offer exceptional value at their price point.

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The Sivga Que is extremely easy to drive. Sivga has said that they designed and tuned the Que to be driven easily by most smartphones and portable devices, which I can confirm is the case. Speaking of tuning, the Que offers a warm, slightly V-shaped sound signature that’s both engaging and musical. Let’s dive into the different aspects of its sound profile.

Bass

The Sivga Que’s bass response is a standout feature, thanks to its 10mm beryllium dynamic driver. The low end has a nice depth that’s hard to beat, especially at this price point. It leans more towards the mid-bass, creating a fun and thumpy listening experience.

When listening to bass-heavy tracks, I noticed that the Que delivers a rich and powerful low end. Kick drums come through with a satisfying punch, while bass lines in rock songs have plenty of twang, but can also sound rumbly and deep, adding a pleasant warmth to the overall sound signature.

One thing to note is that while the bass is prominent, it doesn’t overwhelm the mix. The Que manages to maintain a good balance, avoiding muddiness even in bass-heavy genres. However, some listeners might find the mid-bass a bit too elevated for their taste, especially those who prefer a cleaner, tighter sound.

The sub-bass extension, while present, could be slightly better. It doesn’t quite reach the deepest notes with the same authority as the mid-bass. Still, for its price range, the Que offers a satisfying low-end performance that should please both bass enthusiasts and casual listeners.

Midrange

The midrange is exceptionally detailed and offers a lot of color and texture, making it a standout feature of the Que. The mids are slightly recessed compared to the bass and treble, creating that V-shaped signature, but they’re still well-represented in the mix, with lots of warmth.

Male and female vocals come through with clarity and emotion, sitting slightly forward in the mix. This makes the Que an excellent choice for vocal-centric music and even for podcast listening or movie watching. I found the male vocals to be in tune with my tastes, as the Que adds power and thickness to them (especially for artists like Alice in Chains and Mark Lanegan).

The instrument timbre in the midrange is natural and pleasing. Guitars and snare drums, in particular, sound fantastic, with a realistic tone that adds to the overall musicality of the IEMs.

One potential downside is that some mid-centric instrumentals might sound slightly distant, especially in classical or orchestral pieces. However, for modern genres, the midrange performance excels.

Treble

The treble response of the Sivga Que brings a good balance to the overall sound signature. It’s tuned to be bright and airy, adding sparkle and detail to the mix without becoming harsh or fatiguing.

The lower treble is emphasized, packing a good amount of detail and adding some extra energy to the sound. This helps to balance out the warm bass response, resulting in a lively and engaging listening experience. Cymbals, hi-hats, and other high-frequency elements come through clearly, adding air and space to the soundstage.

However, the treble extension isn’t class-leading. While there’s enough air on top to prevent the sound from feeling congested, some listeners might wish for a bit more sparkle in the uppermost frequencies. The good news is that even with this brighter tuning, the Que manages to avoid sibilance, making it a comfortable listen even for longer sessions. Audiophiles might want more clarity in the treble for critical listening but for a single dynamic driver IEM, the Que still does a good job here.

Overall, the Sivga Que’s sound signature offers a warm, fun, and engaging listening experience. Its V-shaped tuning provides an exciting sound that works well with a wide range of modern music genres, while still maintaining enough balance to handle more complex recordings. While it may not satisfy strict audiophiles looking for a completely neutral signature, the Que delivers an enjoyable and musical performance that punches above its price point.

Soundstage and Imaging

I was pleasantly surprised by the Sivga Que’s soundstage performance. Instead of the narrow and compressed soundstage I usually see at this price point, I encountered a fairly open and immersive listening experience. The width is excellent, but the height feels pretty average. I feel the wide soundstage works so well because of the excellent imaging, with instruments being accurately separated. You don’t get this feeling of a congested small room that can happen with other IEMs.

However, the Que could use a bit more depth, as in some busy tracks, the instruments don’t seem to have enough space for proper layering. This isn’t a problem in most tracks, but in ones where you are expecting a spatial element the Que starts to sound limited by the height and depth of its soundstage.

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The Sivga Que is an impressive contender in the budget IEM market. The warm, V-shaped sound profile, coupled with a surprisingly wide soundstage and good detail retrieval, makes it a versatile choice for various music genres, namely rock, jazz, and electronic. With that, it competes very well against other single dynamic driver IEMs due to how engaging the sound profile is. Many IEMs now are shooting for a neutral and dynamic sound, and the warm and bass-centric sound profile of the Que is a welcome change. It looks great with the wooden accents, feels very comfortable, and has actually become one of my daily driver IEMs lately due to how fun it makes music sound. If the $69 USD price fits your budget, I highly recommend the Sivga Que.

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