Meze 12 Classics VS Tin T3 Plus

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Meze 12 Classics and Tin T3 Plus are in-ear monitors. Meze 12 Classics costs $70 while Tin T3 Plus costs $79. Tin T3 Plus is $9 more expensive. Tin T3 Plus holds a decisive 1.8-point edge in reviewer scores (4.5 vs 6.3).

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Metric Meze 12 Classics Tin T3 Plus
Bass 4.5 7
Mids 4.5 7
Treble 4.5 6
Tonality 4.5 5
Technicalities 4.5 7

Meze 12 Classics Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Crin

Average Reviewer Score:

4.5

Generally Unfavorable


Tin T3 Plus Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Tim Tuned
Z-Reviews

Average Reviewer Score:

6.3

Mixed to Positive


Reviews Comparison

Meze 12 Classics (more reviews)

Meze 12 Classics reviewed by Crin

Crin 4.5 Reviewer Score
C Tuning
C Tech
Generic V-shape tuning with middling technicalities.

Crin original ranking

Crin Youtube Channel

Tin T3 Plus (more reviews)

Tin T3 Plus reviewed by Z-Reviews

Z-Reviews 7.5 * score normalized

Tin T3 Plus reviewed by Tim Tuned

Tim Tuned 5 Reviewer Score
C+ Tuning
A- Tech
well-tuned v-shape

Tim Tuned original ranking

Tim Tuned Youtube Channel
Bass: A- Mids: A- Treble: B

Meze 12 Classics User Review Score

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Meze 12 Classics Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

4.5

Gaming Grade

C

Tin T3 Plus 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

Meze 12 Classics Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

C
  • Significantly flawed tuning. Noticeable frequency imbalances and unnatural timbre distract from music. Lacks versatility across recordings.

Average Technical Grade

C
  • Limited resolution; finer nuances are masked. Soundstage feels narrow, and complex passages cause muddiness. Transitions lack finesse.
Gaming C
Minimal environmental definition provides only general audio cues. Suitable for games where positioning isn't critical.

Tin T3 Plus Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

C+
  • Generally enjoyable tonal character with some noticeable unevenness. Maintains listenability while showing room for refinement in frequency balance.

Average Technical Grade

A-
  • Competent technical presentation. Handles separation and detail well in most tracks, with modest soundstage and acceptable imaging capabilities.
Bass A-
Strong, well-defined bass with good texture. Delivers satisfying punch and rumble without overwhelming other frequencies.
Mids A-
Excellent midrange with natural timbre and great detail retrieval. Vocals are forward and emotive with lifelike instrument reproduction.
Treble B
Good treble response - clear and detailed without fatigue. Well-extended with proper air and sparkle.
Gaming B
Decent spatial awareness for fundamental positioning. Creates satisfying atmosphere in story-driven games while handling basic directional cues.

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