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The TRN TA2 is a hybrid in-ear monitor combining two Knowles balanced armature drivers and an 8mm carbon nanotube dynamic driver, featuring an automotive-inspired vented faceplate design. It delivers a wide 7Hz-40kHz frequency response with deep bass and clear highs.
The TRN TA2 is an affordable hybrid in-ear monitor that combines one dynamic driver with two balanced armatures for a three-driver setup. It offers a warm, mildly V-shaped sound with a solid build and comfortable fit, though treble extension is somewhat relaxed. Priced around $50, it delivers good value for listeners seeking a smooth, non-fatiguing signature.
Paraphrased from published reviews & specs - not an original hands-on test. Our AI disclosure.
| Driver | 3-driver hybrid |
|---|---|
| Driver type | hybrid |
| Drivers per side | 3 |
| Frequency response | 7 Hz - 40 kHz |
| Impedance | 16 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 118 dB/mW |
| Driver | 3-driver hybrid |
|---|---|
| Driver type | hybrid |
| Drivers per side | 3 |
| Frequency response | 7 Hz - 40 kHz |
| Impedance | 16 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 118 dB/mW |
| Active noise cancelling | No |
|---|---|
| ANC type | none |
| Transparency mode | No |
| Companion app | No |
| Custom EQ | No |
| Wear detection | No |
| Controls | none |
| Weight | 8.4 g |
|---|---|
| Detachable cable | Yes |
| USB-C | No |
| Connector | 3.5 mm |
4 source(s) feeding this product's score.
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.
3:31The reviewer finds the TRN TA2 to be a warm, bassy earphone with a comfortable fit and good accessories, but criticizes its boomy bass, polite treble, and below-average technical performance for the price. They conclude it is not the best value, especially compared to alternatives like the KBEAR Robin, and that it fails to be a true upgrade over the TA1.
3:43The reviewer finds the TRN TA2 to be a disappointing follow-up to the TA1, with increased bass and a similar treble roll-off that makes it sound darker, boomier, and lower resolution. They conclude it's a step backward and not worth buying.
24:53The reviewer finds the TRN TA2 to be a decent but unremarkable IEM, with a fuller bass and darker, less sibilant tuning compared to its predecessor, the TA1. However, it suffers from a recessed treble region that hurts detail retrieval, and it faces stiff competition from similarly priced alternatives like the KB Robin and BQEYZ KC2, which offer better overall performance. The build quality is also a step down from the TA1's metal shell, using flimsier plastic.
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