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TRN V30

33/ 100
Weak
HearWiki score

Poor value

$25
typical price, USD
Discontinuedupdated price check
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At a glance

Brand
TRN
Type
Wired IEMs
Fit
-
Connection
Wired
Noise cancelling
No
Released
2019

Score breakdownweak overall

Sound4.4

The TRN V30 is a triple hybrid in-ear monitor featuring dual balanced armature drivers and a single 10mm polymer dynamic driver, designed for enhanced vocal clarity and instrument separation. It has a detachable cable with 0.75mm 2-pin connectors and an over-ear design.

The HearWiki takeAI-condensed

The TRN V30 is a budget-friendly hybrid in-ear monitor that pairs a 10mm dynamic driver with two balanced armatures for a lively, bass-forward V-shaped sound. It offers a comfortable, lightweight build and a fun, energetic tuning that suits pop and bass-heavy genres, though its bright character and recessed lower mids may not appeal to fans of neutral, balanced signatures.

What works

  • Fun, bass-forward V-shaped tuning with solid low-end depth
  • Lightweight and comfortable for long listening sessions
  • Good value for a triple-driver hybrid setup
  • Detachable cable adds convenience and upgrade potential

What doesn't

  • Recessed lower mids reduce vocal presence
  • Limited bass detail and refinement
  • Very bright upper range can be fatiguing for some listeners
  • Not an all-rounder for those seeking a neutral sound

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

Specifications

Audio - TRN V30
Driver1DD + 2BA hybrid
Driver typehybrid
Driver configuration1DD + 2BA
Drivers per side3
Frequency response20 Hz - 20 kHz
Impedance20 Ω
Sensitivity99 dB/mW

What the reviews said

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

audiofool.reviews

60

The reviewer describes the TRN V30 as a well-tuned, polite in-ear monitor with good bass depth and enjoyable performance for popular music. They also note that the lower mids are recessed and bass detail is limited, which keeps it from being a strong all-rounder.

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audiodiscourse.com

The reviewer says the TRN V30 sounds very bright in actual listening. The excerpt also confirms the earphone uses a hybrid triple-driver setup with one dynamic driver and two balanced armatures.

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head-fi.org

I found a published expert review on Head-Fi, but the search result excerpt does not include the reviewer’s full written conclusion or an explicit numerical rating I can reliably extract. The page confirms the TRN V30’s basic product details and has multiple reviews available, but the excerpt alone is not enough to paraphrase a specific reviewer verdict without risking inaccuracy.

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thephonograph.net

The reviewer characterizes the TRN V30 as an inexpensive triple-driver earphone with a comfortable, lightweight fit and a bass-forward V-shaped sound. The overall impression is positive on value and fun factor, while the tuning is aimed more at listeners who like strong bass and crisp upper mids than at those seeking a neutral signature.

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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.

10:13

TRN V30 Super Review - BETTER than KZ ZSN?

3/5
Super* Review18.9K viewsApr 2019

The reviewer finds the TRN V30 to be a solid-sounding budget IEM with a warm, flat signature and good soundstage, but criticizes its cheap, plasticky build and awkward fit. While it outperforms the TRN IM1 and edges out the KZ ZSN in some ways, it doesn't dethrone the Moondrop Crescent as the reviewer's top pick at $30, earning a 3 out of 5 rating.

11:15

TRN V30 Review - $20 Soundstage Beast!

zpolt14.6K viewsMar 2019

The reviewer finds the TRN V30 to be a compelling budget IEM with a large soundstage, crisp highs, and substantial bass, making it a fun and musical listen. However, the recessed mids and potentially fatiguing treble are drawbacks, and while it's a worthy competitor in its price range, the reviewer still prefers the CCA C10 for its better mids.

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