64 Audio Tia Trio VS Ice Lab Spectrumica

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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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The Ice Lab Spectrumica targets the “why spend $2,000” question with a mix of story and sound: ornate yet understated aluminum shells, a substantial but usable cable with 4.4 mm termination, and a stuffed accessory kit (tips in three styles, metal case, cleaning tools, even a metal warranty card). It’s a quad-brid build—4 BA + 2 EST + 1 DD + 1 bone conduction—that wears lighter than it looks and fits securely thanks to a short, ~6.4 mm nozzle and modest semi-custom shaping. Ergonomics aren’t flawless (the chunky Y-split and loose chin slider), but overall presentation feels premium and purposefully different.

Sonically, Spectrumica goes esoteric: a very warm, bass-forward balance with recessed vocals and treble that reads a touch dark yet extends cleanly for a gentle sparkle. The heavy low end creates a big, sometimes diffuse headstage—that “concert-hall” vibe—delivering weight and ambience more than taut impact; attack definition on kick and bass notes is softer. Detail focus leans macro over micro, so microcontrast and vocal clarity can slip on busy mixes, even as the treble avoids harshness.

Against peers, Moondrop Solis 2 sounds more neutral with tighter bass but lacks the immediate wow factor (and its comfort quirks don’t help), while 64 Audio Volür brings a more assertive V-shape with crisper, more tactile lows but less of Spectrumica’s enveloping stage. Spectrumica ultimately feels like a deliberate one-trick specialist—a unique, lush presentation backed by standout build and accessories. For listeners chasing that warm, cinematic, laid-back signature, it’s compelling; for neutral and vocal-centric tastes, less so. Final verdict: 3 stars—pricey, distinctive, and memorable, with clear trade-offs.

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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.

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The Ice Lab Spectrumica is a nine-driver hybrid with dynamic bass, ESTs, and a bone-conduction driver, priced around $2,100. Build is exceedingly premium: a semi-custom, well-contoured shell with vents and an anti-tragus wing, a tidy flat 2-pin socket for easy cable swaps, and a straight-behaving stock cable terminated in 4.4 mm. The metallic puck case looks neat—nothing wild, but solid. Fit is comfortable if a touch large, and the faceplate has real visual flair.

Tonally this comes across as a colored, high-energy listen: sizzly cymbals, crisp treble with plenty of air and extension, and impactful mid-bass that favors warmth over subterranean rumble—there’s less sub-bass slam than expected at the price. Vocals sit a bit soft and recessed, while staging spreads wide with good clarity. Graphs reflect a noticeable lower-mid/mid-bass rise that can read as slightly muddy depending on taste; still, treble quality and spatial rendering are genuine highlights.

Against peers, Spectrumica feels “good but not greatest.” It’s cleaner and airier than the Prismatica (which skews muddier), yet the Glacier makes a stronger case overall; sets like Symphonium Giant deliver a fun boom-tilted flavor with similar trade-offs. For alternative value and balance, AFUL Dawn-X around $1,300 is a compelling pick. Call the bass a solid 8, with treble and soundstage being the stars. Overall: a beautifully built, distinctive tuning that earns a cautious recommendation at its price—absolutely worth a demo for listeners who crave sparkle, space, and a warmer mid-bass tilt, even if it won’t be the universal endgame.