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66/ 100
Good
HearWiki score
Priced about right
$50
typical price, USD
Discontinued
At a glance
- Brand
- TRN
- Type
- Wired IEMs
- Fit
- -
- Connection
- Wired
- Noise cancelling
- No
- Released
- 2024
Score breakdowngood overall
Sound7.0
Value7.3
A wired Hi-Fi IEM using a single 12mm second-generation DLC dynamic driver in a triple-chamber, dual-magnetic-circuit architecture. It is designed as a general music-listening earphone with a detachable cable.
The HearWiki takeAI-condensed
The TRN Medusa is a budget-friendly single-dynamic-driver in-ear monitor with a fun, bass-forward sound signature that leans warm to slightly V-shaped. It delivers punchy lows, forward mids, and energetic treble, making it engaging for bass lovers, though complex tracks may not be fully resolved and midrange body feels a bit lean. With a detachable modular cable and solid accessories, it offers good value for those seeking an exciting yet affordable listening experience.
What works
- Punchy, elevated bass with good impact
- Engaging warm-to-V-shaped tuning
- Detachable 0.78 mm cable with modular options
- Competitive technical performance for the price
- Comes with useful accessories
What doesn't
- Midrange body can feel thin or recessed
- Struggles with very complex or dense music
- No noise cancellation or isolation features
Paraphrased from published reviews & specs - not an original hands-on test. Our AI disclosure.
Specifications
| Driver | 1DD |
|---|---|
| Driver type | dynamic |
| Driver configuration | 1DD |
| Drivers per side | 1 |
| Impedance | 30 Ω |
Audio
| Driver | 1DD |
|---|---|
| Driver type | dynamic |
| Driver configuration | 1DD |
| Drivers per side | 1 |
| Impedance | 30 Ω |
Design
| Detachable cable | Yes |
|---|---|
| Connector | 2-pin 0.78 mm |
What the reviews said
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What YouTube reviewers say
Video reviews we found, each condensed to its verdict. They do feed the HearWiki score, at a measured weight below what a published written review carries.
The consensus
Mixedacross 4 videosReviewers agree the TRN Medusa is a budget single-dynamic-driver IEM with a bright, V-shaped sound that offers good value, especially for its price.
Reviewers liked
- Good value for the price
- Energetic, tight bass with good impact
- Airy mids and good treble resolution
- Solid accessories and build
Reviewers flagged
- Sharp or harsh treble, especially at high volume
- Polarizing or uncomfortable design/fit
- V-shaped tuning with recessed mids for some
- Can cause listening fatigue or shoutiness
8:48TRN Medusa | Лучшие динамические наушники по соотношению цена/звук
The reviewer highly praises the TRN Medusa as an exceptional single-dynamic-driver IEM for around $35, calling it a standout in the budget segment. They find the bass elastic and captivating, the mids airy and natural, and the highs good overall, though slightly sharp at high volume. They strongly recommend it, especially for listeners with some experience, and prefer it over several competitors like the TRN Orca and Simgot models.
PositiveWatch on YouTube
12:36REVIEW OF THE CCA HYDRO, TRN MEDUSA, BQEYZ CLOUD
The reviewer found the TRN Medusa to be a fun and engaging budget IEM, but its bright and upper-mid-forward tuning caused shoutiness and listening fatigue, making it hard to connect with. The bass was decent but bloated, and the midrange was recessed, leading to an overall unnatural presentation. The reviewer preferred other sets in the same price range, like the Oranos or Cadenza.
MixedWatch on YouTube
11:57TRN Medusa - Dangerous Beauty? No, but Very Nice, Sharp 1DD
The reviewer finds the TRN Medusa to be a visually striking and well-packaged single dynamic driver IEM that delivers a tight, fast, and energetic V-shaped sound, which they enjoy more than the similar TRN Conch. They note it has a sharp treble and slightly thin mids, but overall consider it a great value, especially when purchased on sale, and recommend it for those who prefer a more engaging, upper-range-focused tuning.
PositiveWatch on YouTube
11:20TRN Medusa Review - 12MM DLC DD
The reviewer finds the TRN Medusa has a solid build and good accessories, but the large shell makes it uncomfortable to wear, and the tuning is too bright and V-shaped, lacking refinement. While the dynamic driver shows potential, the overall sound is harsh and not well-damped, making it a set that could have been good with more work on comfort and treble smoothness.
MixedWatch on YouTube
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