Tri i3 Mk3 VS BASN BMaster5

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Tri i3 Mk3 and BASN BMaster5 are in-ear monitors. Tri i3 Mk3 costs $199 while BASN BMaster5 costs $170. Tri i3 Mk3 is $29 more expensive. Tri i3 Mk3 holds a decisive 1.1-point edge in reviewer scores (7.1 vs 6).

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Metric Tri i3 Mk3 BASN BMaster5
Bass 6 6
Mids 7 6
Treble 6.3 6
Details 7 6
Soundstage 6.8 6
Imaging 7 6
Dynamics 3 6
Tonality 6.1 6
Technicalities 6.4 6
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Tri i3 Mk3 Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Shuwa-T Jaytiss
Head-Fi.org

Average Reviewer Score:

7.1

Generally Favorable

BASN BMaster5 Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Audio Amigo

Average Reviewer Score:

6

Mixed to Positive

Reviews Comparison

Tri i3 Mk3 (more reviews)

Tri i3 Mk3 reviewed by Shuwa-T

Shuwa-T 6.8 Reviewer Score
B+ Tuning
B+ Tech
Pleasant signature with no major spikes in treble, zero planar timbre Bass quantity is on the lower side, highs are not as prominent

Shuwa-T original ranking

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Bass: B Mids: A+ Treble: B+ Soundstage: B+ Details: A- Imaging: A-

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Tri i3 Mk3 reviewed by Jaytiss

Jaytiss 6.3 Reviewer Score
C+ Tuning
B Tech
Very nice neutral set, beautiful, but so many good sets.

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Mids: B Treble: B Dynamics: D Soundstage: A-
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Tri i3 Mk3 reviewed by Head-Fi.org

Head-Fi.org 8.2 * score rescaled + normalized
12 community members have rated the TRI I3 MK3 at an average of 4.4/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Excellent.

URL to full Review

Head-Fi.org original ranking

BASN BMaster5 (more reviews)

BASN BMaster5 reviewed by Audio Amigo

Audio Amigo 6 * score rescaled + normalized
Warm, relaxing sound similar to the TRI Draco, but with more emphasis on cymbals and instrument harmonics and less focus on vocals. Designed as a gigging and stage IEM, and would work great for bassists or drummers. Great accessories package

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Tri i3 Mk3 User Review Score

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Tri i3 Mk3 Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

  • The gaming score is prioritizing technical capabilities of the IEM (Separation, Layering, Soundstage) and good value.

Gaming Score

6.3

Gaming Grade

B

BASN BMaster5 Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

  • The gaming score is prioritizing technical capabilities of the IEM (Separation, Layering, Soundstage) and good value.

Gaming Score

6

Gaming Grade

B

Tri i3 Mk3 Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

B
  • Tonality is generally agreeable, though a few bumps remind you of its limits. Certain tracks spotlight its tonal quirks.

Average Technical Grade

B
  • It offers a competent showing, maintaining cohesion on straightforward arrangements. Complex passages start to challenge it, but never derail the show.
Bass B
The bass brings healthy impact, complementing mixes without overpowering them. It keeps up with faster passages cleanly.
Mids A-
The mids sound lush and articulate, capturing emotion effortlessly. Strings and keys shimmer with realism.
Treble B
Expect crisp, well-balanced treble that keeps shimmer intact. You hear reverbs decay naturally.
Dynamics D
Dynamics come across throttled, leaving energetic moments underwhelming. Energetic passages land with a thud.
Soundstage B+
You can map the ensemble with confidence thanks to solid spacing and coherent depth layering. Ambient effects feel believable.
Details A-
Low-level information blossoms, presenting a rich tapestry of articulate sound. Analytical listeners will be delighted.
Imaging A-
Excellent imaging delivers precise, stable placement with instruments occupying tangible points in space. It locks each element into a steady position.
Gaming B
Decent spatial awareness for fundamental positioning. Creates satisfying atmosphere in story-driven games while handling basic directional cues.

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