TIMSOK Audio Thread-- Discussions and Impressions

[MusicTeck]

TIMSOK was founded in 2018. The founder and partners all have more than 20 years of experience in the acoustic industry. TIMSOK has provided drivers and tuning solutions to many famous brands in recent years. Also, TIMSOK has many patents on the planar magnetic units and the dynamic units. And the planar patent is the initiative in the world.

Currently they have their "entry-level" product TS-316. They also have a flagship level IEMs coming soon. The prototype was shown on CanJam this year. The sound is really promising.

 

[XERO1]

I heard these at CanJam SoCal 2023 and was really impressed by how good they sounded (and looked). Definitely one to keep your eye on if you're looking for a top-tier 1DD IEM. Really cool that MusicTeck looks like it's going to make them available in the US. Here is a link to my original post about them:

https://www.head-fi.org/threads/canjam-socal-2023-impressions-thread.969902/page-15#post-17759117

 

[MusicTeck]

I heard these at CanJam SoCal 2023 and was really impressed by how good they sounded (and looked). Definitely one to keep your eye on if you're looking for a top-tier 1DD IEM. Really cool that MusicTeck looks like it's going to make them available in the US. Here is a link to my original post about them:

https://www.head-fi.org/threads/canjam-socal-2023-impressions-thread.969902/page-15#post-17759117

Yes, I was also thrilled by them. We borrowed one pair from them to our booth on Sunday. They are now available and ready to ship at MusicTeck: https://shop.musicteck.com/products...ference-headphone?_pos=1&_sid=c6f5e5cb4&_ss=r

 

[BadgerRivFan]

Ordered. I've enjoyed both the Softears Twilight and FAudio Dark Sky single DD iems that I purchased from Andrew, so the new Timsok's will be great too.

 

[Gromu]

Yes, I was also thrilled by them. We borrowed one pair from them to our booth on Sunday. They are now available and ready to ship at MusicTeck: https://shop.musicteck.com/products...ference-headphone?_pos=1&_sid=c6f5e5cb4&_ss=r

Would you be able to compare its sound signature to any other IEMs? I'm very interested in the set, but would like to get an idea of what the sound is like.

Thank you!

 

[Altes]

I heard these at CanJam SoCal 2023 and was really impressed by how good they sounded (and looked). Definitely one to keep your eye on if you're looking for a top-tier 1DD IEM. Really cool that MusicTeck looks like it's going to make them available in the US. Here is a link to my original post about them:

https://www.head-fi.org/threads/canjam-socal-2023-impressions-thread.969902/page-15#post-17759117

How do they compare to the Letshuoer Cadenza 12 if I'm only looking to add 1 IEM to my collection?

PS: Were you able to try the Kinera Loki Emerald and Elysian Annihilator at CanJam SoCal 2023? Really hoping someone can compare the Cadenza 12 to them.

 

[XERO1]

How do they compare to the Letshuoer Cadenza 12 if I'm only looking to add 1 IEM to my collection?

PS: Were you able to try the Kinera Loki Emerald and Elysian Annihilator at CanJam SoCal 2023? Really hoping someone can compare the Cadenza 12 to them.

Going from memory (which is never ideal), they definitely had different presentations, with the Cadenza 12 having the more neutral tuning with superior technicalities (no surprise there), but I'd say the TS-316 had a more Harmon-ish tuning with a more full-bodied and organic presentation (this is one of the major strengths of a well-done 1DD IEM). And I remember thinking that the TS-316 just sounded 'right' to me. And at $2300 vs $500, I'd say the TS-316 is the hands-down winner if you factor in their prices.

And I didn't even bother trying the Kinera Loki Emerald or the Elysian Annihilator, since they were both definitely outside of my price range.

 

[MusicTeck]

Would you be able to compare its sound signature to any other IEMs? I'm very interested in the set, but would like to get an idea of what the sound is like.

Thank you!

https://twister6.com/2023/10/30/canjam-socal-2023-impressions-from-musicteck-tables/2/

Alex shared his impression and measurement of TS-316 on his site. I think his words are more objective and helpful than mine. I am still on the honeymoon with them now.

 

[smirks_audio]

https://twister6.com/2023/10/30/canjam-socal-2023-impressions-from-musicteck-tables/2/

Alex shared his impression and measurement of TS-316 on his site. I think his words are more objective and helpful than mine. I am still on the honeymoon with them now.

His impressions are similar to my thoughts on them when I had a chance to demo them at your shop. I hope Timsok finds success and can continue to expand their offerings.

 

[XERO1]

Here's the graph from Twister6's short review of them, and it just might be the most ideal (for me, at least) Harmon-like tuning that I've yet seen (and heard)!

One thing I forgot to mention about their SQ, which the Twister6 review reminded me of, was that their soundstage was HUGE, which really took me by surprise.

This is a fantastic sounding IEM, and a relative bargain for the amount of great SQ you get for the $$$. And I too hope it does well for Timsok and MusicTeck!

 

[UnknownOperator]

His impressions are similar to my thoughts on them when I had a chance to demo them at your shop. I hope Timsok finds success and can continue to expand their offerings.

Hey there. How did they compare to Singularity and the other monitors in your past/present collection?

 

[MusicTeck]

https://www.head-fi.org/threads/the...n-first-page-all-welcome.957426/post-17826429

Here we have an impression from @Auricon

 

[Auricon]

https://www.head-fi.org/threads/the...n-first-page-all-welcome.957426/post-17826429

Here we have an impression from @Auricon

I’ll be updating my impressions after more burn in and cable rolling. They sound great out of the box and continuing to improve with more hours, eg. sub bass quality and impact, cable characteristics, etc

Overall, I’m very impressed with TS-316 and been enjoying them immensely with various genres. Will update later this week.

 

[BadgerRivFan]

Received my TS-316’s yesterday. Burned them in for just a few hours, then listened for several hours last night and now again this morning. Initial impressions are they’re great! They seem to have all the characteristics that I enjoy. Balanced, wide sound stage, excellent imaging, low and tight (but not overpowering) bass, non-fatiguing treble.

It could just be bias because these are the new toy, but I’d say the initial praise from others is legit.

Most of my initial listening has been with the Shanling M9+. The TS-316 has very nice synergy with this DAP. I did not try any of the included tips (settled on Sedna Xelastec’s) and if I had any initial criticism it would be with the cable. The cable looks and feels premium, but I found that the ear hooks were larger and a bit uncomfortable. It also is slightly “jinky” in that it remains a little kinked. That could change with more use, but for me it went back in the box and was swapped for a more flexible Dunu cable.

$500 USD is a lot of money, but in comparison to the more expensive iems this one seems to offer an excellent value.

 

[Ymzable]

I received my TS-316 today. Out of pure curiosity, I had ordered it before MusicTeck introduced it. After a one-hour listen, here are a few takeaways:

The IEM itself is quite small and lightweight.
The cable is undoubtedly high quality, but it is a bit heavy and stiff for the IEM. Due to the combination above, plus the fact that the IEM shell is very "slippery," tip rolling is essential to get a secure fit. A cable clip also helps greatly.
The sound is excellent, with no noticeable flaws in the frequencies. Overall, it has a clean and fast sound, even though the bass can hit very fast and deep, which is one of the most impressive aspects of the IEM.
The higher-mids region is designed to be pushed forward slightly for more engaging and articulated vocals, and the treble is extended well without a feeling of rolling off.
Because of the characteristics above, the overall signature is W-ish but balances very well across all frequency regions.
It's definitely a keeper, and I think I will spend much time with it in the next few days.