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TRUTHEAR PURPLE

73/ 100
Great
HearWiki score

Exceptional value

$90
typical price, USD
Discontinuedupdated
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At a glance

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

Score breakdowngreat overall

Sound8.0
Value7.5

The TRUTHEAR PURE is a hybrid in-ear monitor featuring one dynamic driver and three balanced armature drivers, designed for accurate three-frequency response with punchy bass and enhanced high-frequency detail. It uses a DLP-3D printed cavity and a silver-plated copper coaxial cable for reliable performance.

The HearWiki takeAI-condensed

The TRUTHEAR PURPLE is a hybrid wired IEM combining a 10 mm dynamic driver with three balanced armatures for a warm, coherent, and smooth sound signature. It offers a strong midrange presence, controlled treble, and an easygoing tuning that many find musical and enjoyable. While its soundstage is somewhat narrow and imaging can be less precise, it remains a compelling option in its price range, often praised for its overall value and tuning.

What works

  • Warm, smooth, and coherent sound signature
  • Strong midrange presence with non-sibilant treble
  • Excellent value for a hybrid driver configuration
  • Detachable 2-pin cable for easy replacement
  • High sensitivity makes it easy to drive

What doesn't

  • Soundstage is somewhat narrow
  • Imaging can be blurred or less precise
  • Bass performance may lack impact for some listeners
  • Treble extension is limited despite high frequency spec

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

Specifications

Audio - TRUTHEAR PURPLE
Driver1DD + 3BA hybrid
Driver typehybrid
Driver configuration1DD + 3BA
Drivers per side4
Frequency response7 Hz - 40 kHz
Impedance13.8 Ω
Sensitivity124 dB/mW

What the reviews said

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

pragmaticaudio.com

100

The reviewer gives the Pure a perfect pragmatic rating and calls it one of the most impressive-sounding IEMs they have heard. The conclusion is strongly positive, emphasizing its musical and highly enjoyable presentation.

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thaslayareviews.blogspot.com

70

The reviewer finds the Pure to have a warm-neutral tuning with a modest bass boost, strong midrange presence, and non-sibilant treble. They are more mixed overall, praising the tuning and cable but criticizing bass performance, vocal balance, treble extension, and technical ability.

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audioreview.frieve.com

This review presents the Pure as a hybrid 1DD+3BA successor to the Hexa with a 10 mm dynamic driver and three balanced armatures. Its conclusion is favorable on tuning and value, while noting that some measurements are estimated rather than laboratory-verified.

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headphones.com

The reviewer describes the Truthear Pure as warm, coherent, and smooth through the mids, with tightly controlled treble and an easygoing overall tuning. They also note that its soundstage is somewhat narrow and imaging can be blurred, but still conclude it is an excellent IEM and comparable to the Hexa.

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