Blon BL03 VS TRN Shell

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Blon BL03 and TRN Shell use 1DD and 3DD+1Planar driver setups respectively. Blon BL03 costs $39 while TRN Shell costs $62. TRN Shell is $23 more expensive. TRN Shell holds a decisive 1.1-point edge in reviewer scores (4.5 vs 5.7).

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Metric Blon BL03 TRN Shell
Bass 4.2 5.7
Mids 4.3 5.7
Treble 3.5 5.7
Details 3.5 5.7
Soundstage 5.3 5.7
Imaging 3.7 5.7
Dynamics 4 5.7
Tonality 4.4 5
Technicalities 3.9 5.5

Blon BL03 Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Nymz
Audionotions
Shuwa-T Precogvision
Jaytiss Crin
Super* Review

Average Reviewer Score:

4.5

Generally Unfavorable

TRN Shell Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Gizaudio Axel
Head-Fi.org

Average Reviewer Score:

5.7

Mixed

Reviews Comparison

Blon BL03 (more reviews)

Blon BL03 reviewed by Super* Review

Super* Review 7* * score rescaled + normalized
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Super* Review original ranking

Super* Review Youtube Channel

Blon BL03 reviewed by Jaytiss

Jaytiss 5.3 Reviewer Score
C- Tuning
C- Tech
Bland, but good tonal balance. Not terrible.

Jaytiss original ranking

Jaytiss Youtube Channel
Mids: C+ Treble: C- Dynamics: C- Soundstage: B

Blon BL03 reviewed by Crin

Crin 5 Reviewer Score
B Tuning
C Tech
Very pleasing and safe tuning with subpar technical detailing.

Crin original ranking

Crin Youtube Channel

Blon BL03 reviewed by Shuwa-T

Shuwa-T 4.6 Reviewer Score
C Tuning
C Tech
Comment: The only saving grace is the bearable tonality and bass for bassheads. Bass bloat with recessed, messy midrange

Shuwa-T original ranking

Shuwa-T Website

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

Blon BL03 reviewed by Precogvision

Precogvision 4 Reviewer Score
C- Tuning
D+ Tech
Pleasant, bassy, warm tonality marred by subpar resolution.

Precogvision original ranking

Precogvision Youtube Channel
Bass: C- Mids: C+ Treble: C- Dynamics: C- Details: C- Imaging: D

Blon BL03 reviewed by Audionotions

Audionotions 3 Reviewer Score
Abysmal fit and I couldn't actually listen to them without having to press them into my ears to seal. I'm sure they sound fine. YMMV. Previously Owned

Audionotions original ranking

Website (Audionotions)

Blon BL03 reviewed by Nymz

Nymz 2.7 Reviewer Score
D- Tuning
D- Tech
Timbre benchmark. Fit is awful. Sounds a bit veiled and mids are below average for the price. Dethroned by Mele, even tho it has better timbre and treble extension. Remove the grill for better sound.

Nymz original ranking

Nymz Website

Bass: D Mids: D Treble: E+ Details: E+ Imaging: D

TRN Shell (more reviews)

TRN Shell reviewed by Gizaudio Axel

Gizaudio Axel 5 Reviewer Score
C+ Tuning
B- Tech
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Gizaudio Axel original ranking

Gizaudio Axel Youtube Channel

TRN Shell reviewed by Head-Fi.org

Head-Fi.org 6.3 * score rescaled + normalized
2 community members have rated the TRN Shell at an average of 4.0/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Very Positive.

URL to full Review

Head-Fi.org original ranking

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Blon BL03 Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

4.1

Gaming Grade

C-

TRN Shell Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

5.4

Gaming Grade

C+

Blon BL03 Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

C-
  • The tuning lacks refinement, jumping between dull and shouty without settling. Vocals frequently sound off-kilter.

Average Technical Grade

D+
  • The tuning renders a cramped window into the music, with nuance fading fast. Expect grainy textures to creep in.
Bass C-
Expect a conservative bass profile that maintains order but little excitement. Basslines track along but rarely stand out.
Mids C-
It delivers a workable midrange that could benefit from smoother transitions. Timbre isn't quite convincing yet.
Treble D+
The upper range behaves inconsistently, blending dullness with sudden glare. You'll notice sharp spikes alongside dips.
Dynamics C-
It maintains a steady dynamic profile that neither offends nor inspires. Swells arrive but lack drama.
Soundstage C+
You start to perceive distinct rows of players even if the ceiling still feels low. Layering is present but still modest.
Details D+
It can follow the main lines but loses composure once arrangements become busy. Fine articulation is frequently glossed over.
Imaging D+
Modest imaging with basic left/right positioning that never quite nails the center image. Left/right cues exist but are rough.
Gaming C-
Minimal environmental definition provides only general audio cues. Suitable for games where positioning isn't critical.

TRN Shell Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

C+
  • The tuning leans easygoing, yet occasional unevenness nudges it away from greatness. A bit of EQ polish can smooth things nicely.

Average Technical Grade

B-
  • An honest, middle-of-the-road performance preserves structure without chasing micro-detail. It's respectable for everyday listening sessions.
Gaming C+
Fundamental left/right positioning with limited depth perception. Works for non-competitive gaming but lacks precision.

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