From the silhouette in my black MT1s it seems better aligned. Really a luck based thing, the large QC certification included is more for formalities than anything
TRN impressions thread
Upon closer inspection, the drivers themselves seem more or less aligned, but the circuit ring on the right earpiece appears to be coming loose/improperly/insecurely attached to the rear of the driver enclosure. Wonder what impact this will have, if any
alamnp
500+ Head-Fier
I can deal with $20 or less, but they burn me on $50+ IEMs, one of the earphone suddenly stopped working, they denied the return saying that there is nothing is wrong with the picture I sent. Aliexpress denied it saying the picture is just fine. Then, they dare to message me to send the IEM back with my money (they don't have free return) and ask for $10 extra to ship the new one back to me...
I would buy TRN via amazon. But, I have not heard any new breakthrough from them. I would skip them. There are a lot more better IEMs than TRN, for example FIIO FH5s.
Sound is quite enjoyable on the MT1. Even with QC issues, if I'm looking for a super budget IEM I'd probably get it
brianforever
100+ Head-Fier
@PhoenixSong Yeah..Good observation Mate
I guess that much too, just basic QC was all I ask for ..yet..hmmmn...Sigh...
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Now you can buy 2 pairs(!) TRN MT 1 (2Pin 0.75mm interface, seems to me QDC plug) at TRN Global Store for 10 USD
https://www.aliexpress.com/item/100...earchweb0_0,searchweb201602_,searchweb201603_
https://www.aliexpress.com/item/100...earchweb0_0,searchweb201602_,searchweb201603_
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Tested the battery life for these again after about 4 months of usage. I use these almost every day while jogging, unless I'm testing some other TWS earbuds, so it has seen quite a bit of usage over this period. I was getting around 4.5hrs of battery life on a single charge when they were brand new, and that has gone down to around 4 hours now (iPhone, aac, ~60-70% volume), which is frankly way better than I had expected. Previously with the KZ Z1, the battery life went from around 2 hours to just around 40 mins after 4 months. :/
Anyway, still my favourite pair of TWS earbuds so far because of the nice fit and sound quality. Maybe when the battery eventually bites the dust, i'll see if I can convert it to wired.
Anyway, still my favourite pair of TWS earbuds so far because of the nice fit and sound quality. Maybe when the battery eventually bites the dust, i'll see if I can convert it to wired.
cappuchino
Previously known as sub30
The STM just arrived. SO FUN TO PLAY WITH.
The change in sound is very noticeable when you switch filters. I find this good value considering it can be found for less than 20 USD. Package is typical "Chi-Fi" (box and all). Shell is "the most used shell of all time" but is satisfyingly weighty. Faceplate reminds me of Gundams. I do find timbre in string instruments and John Batiste's voice (male vocals but on the upper spectrum) to be unnaturally thin and artificial, being metallic (is this the BA timbre everyone talks about?) - assessment on blue filter.
Red = least fatiguing of the bunch. Decrease in upper midrange and lower treble, thus emphasizing bass a touch. I'd say it's the most "balanced" one.
Blue = brightest sounding filter. Most in treble quantity (and in extension, detail). Quite like it.
Gold = the one I least liked. That upper midrange is too elevated. Sounds like a generic V (reminded me of why I hated the EDX which might be a filter away from being good considering that the STM filters only affect the upper midrange and treble region
?).
The KZ AZ09 and KZ Tri-Metal cable should hopefully arrive tomorrow and the Tri-Metal would automatically be paired with the STM as the AZ09 is reserved for the DQ6, which if good, will become my EDC (not like I'll be going out of the house any time soon
).
UPDATE: Red is most pleasing for my ears and the filter that least shows the wrongness in the BA timbre. Bass quality is close to the KZ DQ6, which has been hailed by multiple Head-Fiers to compete with way more expensive IEMs if we're talking about bass quality.
The change in sound is very noticeable when you switch filters. I find this good value considering it can be found for less than 20 USD. Package is typical "Chi-Fi" (box and all). Shell is "the most used shell of all time" but is satisfyingly weighty. Faceplate reminds me of Gundams. I do find timbre in string instruments and John Batiste's voice (male vocals but on the upper spectrum) to be unnaturally thin and artificial, being metallic (is this the BA timbre everyone talks about?) - assessment on blue filter.
Red = least fatiguing of the bunch. Decrease in upper midrange and lower treble, thus emphasizing bass a touch. I'd say it's the most "balanced" one.
Blue = brightest sounding filter. Most in treble quantity (and in extension, detail). Quite like it.
Gold = the one I least liked. That upper midrange is too elevated. Sounds like a generic V (reminded me of why I hated the EDX which might be a filter away from being good considering that the STM filters only affect the upper midrange and treble region
?).The KZ AZ09 and KZ Tri-Metal cable should hopefully arrive tomorrow and the Tri-Metal would automatically be paired with the STM as the AZ09 is reserved for the DQ6, which if good, will become my EDC (not like I'll be going out of the house any time soon
).UPDATE: Red is most pleasing for my ears and the filter that least shows the wrongness in the BA timbre. Bass quality is close to the KZ DQ6, which has been hailed by multiple Head-Fiers to compete with way more expensive IEMs if we're talking about bass quality.
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Dear friends , I have posted a review of TRN TA1.
https://www.head-fi.org/showcase/trn-ta1.24998/review/25800/
Feel free to discuss it and let me know if you like it.
TLDR - For $38 they are a steal!
https://www.head-fi.org/showcase/trn-ta1.24998/review/25800/
Feel free to discuss it and let me know if you like it.
TLDR - For $38 they are a steal!
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Nimweth
Headphoneus Supremus
TA1 arrived today. Quick listen: lush warm tonality, gentle treble. Amazing build quality and presentation at the price. More impressions soon. Will compare with Tin T3 and TRI i4, which are also 1DD + Knowles 33518.
brianforever
100+ Head-Fier
I just read somewhere that the TRN TA1 sounds similar to the SONY IER Z1R, does anyone own both and please give some comments?
Green = TRN TA1
Yellow = SONY IER Z1R
https://www.bilibili.com/s/video/BV1Yy4y147Eh
Green = TRN TA1
Yellow = SONY IER Z1R
https://www.bilibili.com/s/video/BV1Yy4y147Eh
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Looks very different imoI just read somewhere that the TRN TA1 sounds similar to the SONY IER Z1R, does anyone own both and please give some comments?
Green = TRN TA1
Yellow = SONY IER Z1R
https://www.bilibili.com/s/video/BV1Yy4y147Eh
Robius
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Just bought TA1 based on reviews and damn they look hot. I'll compare it to TinHifi T2 and iBasso IT00.
Nimweth
Headphoneus Supremus
TA1 shaping up to be among the best in its price range. With a change of cable to the one from the Tin T4, it really shines. More detail and treble extension, sub bass has nice weight but doesn't dominate, and mids have very nice timbre. Soundstage is very good as well. Factor in the build quality and presentation and it puts CCA/KZ to shame. TRN have a winner here.
Barusu Lamperouge
Headphoneus Supremus
Although the comparison would be apples to oranges as TA1 is an hybrid whereas other two are DDs both have their pros and cons. But, yeah from an end user point of view one can compare how they sound with some riders attached.
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