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  • Dec 26, 2024
  • By KeepHifi
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The Best In-Ear Earphones for Audiophiles - TRI I3 MK3: Poseidon of TRI

Source: https://www.head-fi.org/showcase/tri-i3-mk3.27318/reviews#review-34494

 

Pros:
+Balanced tuning
+Punchy and well-controlled bass
+Smooth, velvety and nicely textured mids
+Natural and sparkly highs
+Superb detail retrieval
+Competent technicalities
+Well-Accessorized
+Excellent build quality
Cons:
-Source picky
-Modular cable can be a treat(subjective)

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Intro
In the world of in-ear monitors (IEMs) and earbuds, finding the perfect set can be a daunting task. But if you're an audiophile or simply someone who appreciates high-quality sound, the TRI i3 MK3 might just be the best in-ear earphones for you. In this full review, I'll take you through the specifications, packaging, build, comfort, drivability, and sound aspects of this tribrid configuration IEM.

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Specifications

Drivers: DD+ BA+3rd Planar
PIanar: 10mm with 14*52
DD: 10mm Berylium-plated Diaphragm
BA: Sonion 2356
Impedance: 21 Ohm
Plug: 4.4mm Balanced Plug
Sensitivity: 104±1dB @1kHz
FR range: 20Hz-20KHz
Color: Purple
Pins: 2 pin
Cavity: CNC Aluminum Alloy
Cable: Coaxial OCC Silver plated Wire (120cm)
Price at $199

It's a great investment for those looking for high-end earbuds.

 

Packaging
TRI I3 MK3
2 pairs of foam tips
Set of wide bore tips
Set of balanced tips
Set of TRI Clarion tips
Cleaning brush
Cleaning cloth
Leather case

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Build and Comfort

The TRI I3 MK3 is built to last with solid CNC aluminum alloy ear shells that are anodized to prevent scratches. Despite its size, the earpieces fit comfortably in your ears, making them perfect for extended use. Whether you're gaming, listening to music, or using them as in-ear monitors for singing, drumming, or other musical activities, you'll find them to be both durable and comfortable.

 

Drivability

While the TRI I3 MK3 can be driven by your phone, it really shines when paired with better sources. I recommend using at least 250mw of power to wake up the dynamics and fully experience its potential. DAC/AMPs like the DC04 Pro and SK02 are more than enough to show off its true capabilities.

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Sound Aspects

Source used :
Realme 9 Pro
KiwiEars Allegro
Ibasso DC04 pro
Fosi Audio SK02

This iems spend 50-60 hours of burn in using pink noise before taking details of this review

The TRI I3 MK3 is a balanced tuning to my experience offers a full and well controlled bass response, smooth and velvety mids and natural coherent highs. The way it present the sound it is energetic and vibrant with such grace handling details in the presentation.

  • Bass

It shows full, punchy and well-controlled yet non intrusive bass. Showcases great attack and speed. The subbass has satisfying rumbles and the low extension on this is great which add enjoyment to the presentation. When I'm listening to some EDM such as Gryffin and Illenium you feel the bass extends what it should be. A great move to TRI for making the dynamic driver handling the bass department.


  • Mids

The midrange exhibits velvety smoothness presentation thanks to the BA driver handling this frequency. Both male and female produces lush, airy and excellent quality vocals here. The uppermids has great energy and picking up details with ease surprisingly it avoid being shouty even in high volumes. Midrange Intruments presents excellent quality with a touch of naturalness.


  • Treble

It is smooth, airy and natural this is how I describe this department. The sparkly and airy highs of I3 MK3 allowing the details to show with great precision. It also has good treble extension and energy without a hint of harshness contributes to a long listening sessions. I was impressed when I played my entire music library it is definitely an all-rounder.


Technicalities

The staging of I3 MK3 is wide and spacious with decent height and width keeping the pace in this price range. The imaging and layering is exceptional the coherency of the 3 drivers makes the presentation clear and the placements of the intruments is very noticeable in the mix. The details retrieval of I3 MK3 is very nicely done picking up nuances with superb accuracy.

 

 

Conclusion
This TRI I3 MK3 is the new product of TRI offers balance throughout the all 3 frequencies with lively and vibrant dynamics suitable for wide range of genre. It also able to extract details and nuances without being bright. The performance it provide I can admit this is a good set delivering satisfying fun sound signature and engaging presentation.
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