Oriveti OD100 Review – Master of Minute

Pros –

Extraordinarily compact over-ear shell, Excellent build quality and cable, Well balanced sound profile

Cons –

Mid-pack technical performance, Lacking end to end extension

Verdict –

The OD100 delivers a sound technical performance with an appealing tonality augmented by near class-leading build quality, compactness and ergonomics.

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Introduction –

In-ear monitors were not always what they have become. Years ago, a hybrid design was extremely rare and was still a challenge that few companies had tackled with much success. Among them, was Oriveti, whose Primacy become one such successes and one of the most popular options on the market. The company took a brief hiatus before returning 3 years ago with the OH-series in-ears sporting updated housings and drivers. Now, they’re looking to once again reinvent the line-up with a complete new range of models. Starting this off is the OD100, an entry level IEM sporting a single dynamic driver with diamond-like coated diaphragm. The OD100 promises a compact metal chassis and very affordable asking price.

The OD100 is available for $69.90 USD. You can read all about it and treat yourself to a unit on Oriveti’s website here.

Disclaimer –

I would like to thank Marco very much for reaching out to organise a review of the OD100. All words are my own and there is no monetary incentive for a positive review.

Contents –

• Page 1: Intro, Unboxing & Design
• Page 2: Sound Breakdown
• Page 3: Comparisons & Verdict

Specifications –

• Driver: Exclusive 9.2mm DLC Dynamic Driver
• Frequency Response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz
• Impedance: 16 Ohms
• Sensitivity: 105 dB

Unboxing –

The OD100 comes in a small box with a simple printed design. Opening up the box reveals the fabric zipper case within a card inlet. The earphones are protected within the case and a separate box contains the remaining accessories. This includes 3 pairs of foam tips and 3 pairs of silicone tips in addition to the medium tips that come pre-installed on the earphones themselves.

Design –

The OD100 was designed for convenience and portability and the result is an absolutely tiny IEM. While they are still larger than some micro-driver in-ears, I doubt you would be able to find a smaller IEM with a full-size dynamic driver alongside a stable over-ear fit style. The construction quality leaves little to be desired, sporting 3-piece all-metal CNC milled enclosures. What impresses mostly though are the tight tolerances and neatly rounded edges in addition to the overall quality of the finish. They also appear to have a clear coat for added protection against scratches and oxidation. This lends the earphones a winning sense of solidity and reassures that they will hold up well with daily use.

In line with these ambitions, the earphones feature 0.78mm 2-pin connectors that permit easy cable swapping and even upgrades. The connectors offer good tolerances too and were reliable during my testing. The factory cable is excellent too, offering solid thickness and a nice 4-core braided design. Though the insulation is of the tackier TPU variety, it is highly pliable and easy to live with. The cable has metal connectors and comfortable pre-moulded ear guides that aid fit stability. The entire package is of exceptional quality that easily bests its competitors and puts many pricier in-ears to shame too.

Fit & Isolation –

Due to the sheer compactness of the shells, the OD100 simply disappears within the ear. This makes them a great choice for those with smaller ears that struggle with regular IEMs. With a curved internal face and rounded external design, the earphones also lack hard edges that may wear on the ear over time. The nozzles are nicely angled to position the shells neutrally but are relatively short which can limit fit depth. Overall, they don’t achieve the most locked-in sensation due to the lack of retention in the outer ear but offer immense stability all the same due to the combination of lightweight and over-ear fit style.

I never struggled with a seal either despite the lack of wearing pressure due to the presence of two vent ports. Isolation is above average. Despite their vented design and low wearing pressure, they block out a reasonable amount of noise throughout the spectrum. They do let in noticeably more noise than fully sealed models but isolate better than the average vented dynamic driver in-ear such as the Moondrop Aria. Combined with their warmer sound tuning, this makes them a good choice for daily use during commute and on public transport.

Next Page: Sound Breakdown