64 Audio Tia Trio VS Empire Ears Phantom

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64 Audio Tia Trio and Empire Ears Phantom use 1DD+2BA and 5BA driver setups respectively. 64 Audio Tia Trio costs $2,300 while Empire Ears Phantom costs $1,800. 64 Audio Tia Trio is $500 more expensive. 64 Audio Tia Trio holds a decisive 4-point edge in reviewer scores (8.5 vs 4.5). 64 Audio Tia Trio carries a user score of 7.9.

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Metric 64 Audio Tia Trio Empire Ears Phantom
Bass 10 4.5
Mids 7 4.5
Treble 7 4.5
Details 8 4.5
Imaging 8.5 4.5
Dynamics 9 4.5
Tonality 7.8 4
Technicalities 8 5.5
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64 Audio Tia Trio Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Crin
Nymz Precogvision
Audionotions
Super* Review

Average Reviewer Score:

8.5

Very Positive

Empire Ears Phantom Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Crin

Average Reviewer Score:

4.5

Generally Unfavorable

Reviews Comparison

64 Audio Tia Trio reviewed by Crin

Crin 7 Reviewer Score
A Tuning
A- Tech
A more correct sounding version of the Fourte with slight cutbacks in staging and sheer resolution.

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Empire Ears Phantom reviewed by Crin

Crin 4.5 Reviewer Score
C- Tuning
B- Tech
Heavy, rich and decadent. Way too coloured and ultimately a one-trick pony.

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64 Audio Tia Trio reviewed by Super* Review

Super* Review 10* * score rescaled + normalized
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The tia Trio comes across as a hybrid with personality: rich, thick, and warm, with slightly forward treble that adds air without tipping into the harsher edge heard on the U18t. Vocals are pulled back, yet the presentation feels cohesive and surprisingly natural given its unconventional response. What really stands out is the depth and head-stage—a wraparound sense of space that feels more immersive than most peers, making guitar strums and ambient cues pop in a way that’s immediately engaging.

Despite the 1DD + 2BA configuration, bass isn’t a simple upgrade over the U12t’s BA low end; it carries a touch more body and plosive weight but can feel a bit slower and less refined. Still, detail retrieval punches well above the driver count, and the overall tuning—while relaxed in the mids—stays clean and exciting. With the usual 64 Audio caveats (no apex swapping here and a mediocre stock cable), the tia Trio earns a five-star verdict for its intoxicating stage and atmosphere, even if it’s not the safest all-rounder at its $2,300 price.

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64 Audio Tia Trio reviewed by Audionotions

Audionotions 9 Reviewer Score
Phenomenal bass texture and quality. Mids are good if not great - I don't have much to nitpick about them - good note weight and excellent clarity. Treble is very sparkly and airy though some may find it a bit too much - I think the extra spice actually helps with instruments like violins. Imaging isn't quite as precise as U12T but stage is just as large if not more so. Timbre is not exactly natural but it is very good and definitely not offensive at all. My subjective favorite IEM to date. This is without a doubt a colored listen but it is so satisfying. Makes U12T sound almost sterile. That said both are good counterpoints to each other.

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64 Audio Tia Trio reviewed by Nymz

Nymz 8.3 Reviewer Score
A+ Tuning
S- Tech
Best bass texture ever. Gorgeous treble extension, stage and imaging. Coherency and timbre a bit off. Upper mids/lower treble could be better. As amazing as it is, I couldn't fully connect with it (musically). Price is the biggest con.

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Bass: S+ Mids: A- Treble: A- Details: A+ Imaging: S

64 Audio Tia Trio reviewed by Precogvision

Precogvision 8.1 Reviewer Score
A+ Tuning
A+ Tech
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Rich bass and out-of-head imaging.
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The tia Trio mirrors 64 Audio’s flagship DNA at a lower price point ($2,299) with the same compact, lightweight aluminum build, generous tip selection, and a comfortable shell that suits smaller ears. Sonically it carries a present but well-judged bass shelf, adding a touch of warmth by settling around ~180Hz rather than the usual sub-bass focus. Crucially, the midrange corrects the Forte’s biggest flaw: upper mids aren’t hollowed out here. There’s a mild 1.5–3k dip (about 1–2dB), yet vocals and instruments remain properly contoured and far more natural and engaging without requiring EQ.

Up top, the Trio shows recognizable treble landmarks—an emphasis near 5k that can sound a bit shouty and another at 8k adding slight sizzle—tempered by the healthier mids, so the presentation is lively without becoming harsh. Treble extension is excellent, with “air” above 10k running a tad hot depending on taste. On technicalities, detail retrieval and image clarity track surprisingly close to both the Forte and Legend Evo; the soundstage is expansive for an IEM (strong depth and layering) though not as outsized as Forte, and imaging is accurate for music but not surgical enough for competitive FPS. Taken as a whole—and especially without EQ—the tia Trio feels like the more complete listen: a high-end IEM that preserves the fun while fixing the midrange, trading only a slice of stage grandeur for a much more balanced, recommendable experience.

Bass: S+ Mids: A- Treble: A- Dynamics: S Details: A+ Imaging: A+

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64 Audio Tia Trio User Review Score

Average User Scores

Average User Score:

Based on 1 user reviews

7.9

Strongly Favorable

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64 Audio Tia Trio Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

6.4

Gaming Grade

B

Empire Ears Phantom Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

3.6

Gaming Grade

D+

64 Audio Tia Trio Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

A
  • Tuning feels well executed, keeping a natural flow across the spectrum. Switching genres feels seamless.

Average Technical Grade

A+
  • It sounds refined and controlled, keeping instruments neatly separated with immersive staging. Busy arrangements remain neatly organized.
Bass S+
The bass is breathtaking, pairing thunderous impact with absolute precision. Every rumble is rendered with realism.
Mids A-
The mids sound lush and articulate, capturing emotion effortlessly. Strings and keys shimmer with realism.
Treble A-
It provides outstanding treble finesse, balancing brightness and control gracefully. It's engaging yet remarkably controlled.
Dynamics S
This is reference-grade dynamic performance with breathtaking realism. It mirrors live-music intensity perfectly.
Details A+
No subtlety is too small; the presentation exposes it all with composure. Complex tracks remain crystal clear.
Imaging S-
Exceptional imaging with holographic precision that creates a palpable sense of placement. It creates a near-holographic placement.
Gaming B
Decent spatial awareness for fundamental positioning. Creates satisfying atmosphere in story-driven games while handling basic directional cues. Bad value-to-cost for gaming purpose - not recommended

Empire Ears Phantom Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

C-
  • Uneven emphasis across the spectrum keeps the presentation unsettled and awkward. Acoustic instruments lose their natural body.

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.
Gaming D+
Compromised imaging significantly impacts gameplay awareness. Directional cues often lack accuracy or consistency. Bad value-to-cost for gaming purpose - not recommended

64 Audio Tia Trio User Reviews

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7.9

U12t with more techs. Its short nozzles require pushing tips as far down as possible so nozzles insert deeply into ear canals, achieving the famed bass texture; but then, female vocals become a bit harsh.

Pros
Bass energy. Treble extension.
Cons
Both bass and treble kinda "plastic" and not very refined, tho not as so as s12; may be due to the too thick/large image.

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