I agree with Cmo about the textured, three dimensional quality of the Venustas. I don't find them closed in at all. IMO, the Aqueous Anniversary have better HF extension, but with less musicality than the Venustas (which I believe comes with some roll-off in the HF). I like the combination of the two.
I would not own two pairs of Aqueous Anniversary, while I would happily own two pairs of Venustas.
I would not own two pairs of Aqueous Anniversary, while I would happily own two pairs of Venustas.

