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TRN ST2

45/ 100
Weak
HearWiki score

Poor value

$15
typical price, USD
Discontinuedupdated
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At a glance

Brand
TRN
Type
Wired IEMs
Fit
-
Connection
Wired
Noise cancelling
No
Released
2020

Score breakdownweak overall

Sound5.2
Value5.8

The TRN ST2 is a hybrid in-ear monitor featuring a 10mm dual-magnet dynamic driver and a 30095 balanced armature driver, offering high-definition sound with a comfortable, ergonomic fit. It includes a silver-plated OFC copper cable with 2-pin connectors and a 3.5mm jack.

The HearWiki takeAI-condensed

The TRN ST2 is a budget hybrid in-ear monitor that aims to deliver solid performance for its modest price. It offers a clear, bass-forward sound with a wide soundstage, though its tuning may not suit everyone and can become fatiguing in the upper frequencies during longer sessions. Its lightweight build, microphone, and low cable noise add to its practical appeal for everyday use.

What works

  • Wide and immersive soundstage
  • Strong low-end presence with clear bass definition
  • Lightweight and comfortable fit
  • Includes microphone with minimal cable noise
  • Good value for the price point

What doesn't

  • Upper mids and lower treble can sound splashy and fatiguing
  • Tuning may not appeal to all listeners
  • No active noise cancellation or wireless functionality

Paraphrased from published reviews & specs - not an original hands-on test. Our AI disclosure.

Specifications

Audio - TRN ST2
Driver2-driver hybrid
Driver typehybrid
Drivers per side2
Frequency response20 Hz - 20 kHz
Impedance22 Ω
Sensitivity107 dB/mW

What the reviews said

3 source(s) feeding this product's score.

audiofool.reviews

56

Audiofool rates the TRN ST2 as a budget-friendly IEM with comfortable fit and strong low-end presence. The review is less favorable about the upper mids and lower treble, describing them as splashy and fatiguing over time.

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head-fi.org

Reviewers in the Head-Fi showcase describe the TRN ST2 as a good-value hybrid IEM with clearly defined bass, clean mids, and a notably wide soundstage. The main appeal is its performance for the price, with the caveat that it is aimed at listeners who like this tuning.

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moonfloweraudio.co.uk

Moonflower Audio’s review content highlights practical features such as microphone availability, low cable noise, and included accessories. The available snippet is not enough to reconstruct the full sonic verdict or an explicit numeric score.

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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 5 videos

Reviewers agree the TRN ST2 is a well-built, comfortable budget hybrid IEM with a detachable cable and attractive clear shell, offering good value for its price.

Reviewers liked

  • Good build quality and comfortable fit
  • Attractive clear shell design
  • Clean, well-controlled bass
  • Wide soundstage with good imaging
  • Affordable price and detachable cable

Reviewers flagged

  • Harsh, fatiguing upper mids and treble
  • Thin or recessed mids
  • Requires EQ to be listenable for most
  • Unusual shape may be uncomfortable for some
  • Lacks tuning nozzles compared to predecessor
2:40

TRN ST2 Review

Alex Hong5.1K viewsJun 2021

The reviewer finds the TRN ST2 to be a decent budget hybrid IEM with a V-shaped sound, good fit, and improved cable over its predecessor, but notes thin mids and occasional harshness in female vocals. It offers good value for money, though it's not exceptional and competes closely with the KZ ZST X.

10:26

TRN ST2 Review - Affordable Hybrid But.......

Vortex Reviews2.2K viewsJul 2021

The reviewer finds the TRN ST2 to be a well-built and comfortable budget hybrid earphone with a detachable cable and attractive design, but the sound signature is too aggressive and bright for their taste, with recessed mids and harsh treble. They suggest EQ or tip changes to tame the treble, but overall it's not their preferred tuning.

8:41

TRN ST2 - The sEQuel to the TRN ST1

Paul Wasabii2K viewsJul 2021

The reviewer finds the TRN ST2 to be a disappointing follow-up to the ST1, with a harsh and fatiguing upper midrange and treble that requires EQ to be listenable. While the bass is clean and the build is attractive, the overall tuning is too sharp and dry, making it a less successful update.

19:36

TRN CS1 and TRN ST2 review — hyperaffordable

Porta.Fi1.1K viewsSep 2021

The reviewer finds the TRN ST2 to be a solid budget hybrid earphone, offering good value with a natural and bright tuning, decent resolution, and a well-defined soundstage. While it can sound sharp on poor recordings, it remains controlled with proper sources, making it a recommended pick for its price.

16:37

TRN ST2

3.8/5
Jubilant Ear Reviews 717 viewsAug 2021

The reviewer finds the TRN ST2 to be a decent but flawed budget IEM. It has excellent, well-controlled bass and a wide, immersive soundstage with good imaging, making it fun for certain genres. However, the upper mids and lower treble are overly bright and harsh, the design is unusual and potentially uncomfortable for some, and the lack of tuning nozzles is a step back from its predecessor. Overall, the reviewer would not recommend it to most people unless they specifically enjoy a bright, spicy sound signature.

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