Tanchjim Origin VS Penon Serial

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Tanchjim Origin and Penon Serial use 1DD and 3DD driver setups respectively. Tanchjim Origin costs $280 while Penon Serial costs $300. Penon Serial is $20 more expensive. Tanchjim Origin holds a decisive 1-point edge in reviewer scores (7.2 vs 6.2). Tanchjim Origin carries a user score of 7.6. Tanchjim Origin has significantly better bass with a 1-point edge, Tanchjim Origin has significantly better mids with a 1.8-point edge, Tanchjim Origin has significantly better treble with a 2.7-point edge, Tanchjim Origin has significantly better dynamics with a 2-point edge, Tanchjim Origin has significantly better soundstage with a 1.3-point edge, Tanchjim Origin has significantly better details with a 2.8-point edge and Tanchjim Origin has significantly better imaging with a 2.8-point edge.

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Metric Tanchjim Origin Penon Serial
Bass 7 6
Mids 7.1 5.3
Treble 7.4 4.7
Details 6.8 4
Soundstage 7.3 6
Imaging 6.8 4
Dynamics 6 4
Tonality 7.3 5.1
Technicalities 7.2 4.3

Tanchjim Origin Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Shuwa-T Jays Audio Precogvision
Jaytiss Kois Archive Tim Tuned Z-Reviews Audionotions Gizaudio Axel Head-Fi.org

Average Reviewer Score:

7.2

Generally Favorable

Penon Serial Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Nymz
Fresh Reviews Jaytiss
Bad Guy Good Audio
Head-Fi.org

Average Reviewer Score:

6.2

Mixed to Positive

Reviews Comparison

Tanchjim Origin reviewed by Jaytiss

Jaytiss 7.8 Reviewer Score
B+ Tuning
A- Tech
Great Clarity, exceedingly tip sensitive.

Jaytiss original ranking

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Mids: A- Treble: A- Dynamics: C+ Soundstage: A+
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Penon Serial reviewed by Jaytiss

Jaytiss 5.3 Reviewer Score
C- Tuning
C- Tech
Lacks in bass, low pinna gain, but overall not bad, just expensive.

Jaytiss original ranking

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

Tanchjim Origin reviewed by Head-Fi.org

Head-Fi.org 7.9 * score rescaled + normalized
18 community members have rated the Tanchjim Origin at an average of 4.2/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Very Positive.

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Head-Fi.org original ranking

Penon Serial reviewed by Head-Fi.org

Head-Fi.org 8.3 * score rescaled + normalized
8 community members have rated the Penon Serial at an average of 4.4/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Excellent.

URL to full Review

Head-Fi.org original ranking

Tanchjim Origin (more reviews)

Tanchjim Origin reviewed by Kois Archive

Kois Archive 7.6 Reviewer Score
S- Tuning
A+ Tech
Rating: A | Value: ⭐⭐ | Comfort: 8 good vocals and treble bass could be more fun

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Tanchjim Origin reviewed by Tim Tuned

Tim Tuned 7.5 Reviewer Score
A Tuning
A+ Tech
Beautiful timbre and treble Bass can use a bit more...volume

Tim Tuned original ranking

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Bass: A+ Mids: A+ Treble: S

Tanchjim Origin reviewed by Z-Reviews

Z-Reviews 7.2 * score rescaled + normalized
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Tanchjim Origin reviewed by Audionotions

Audionotions 7 Reviewer Score
Yes, it's expensive for a single DD imaging and separation is top tier with very good layering - frankly, I haven't heard many sets near this price that have done the same. There is a bit of subbass roll off but midbass hits hard. It's on the brighter side but never becomes shouty or sibilant. Timbre is good with vocals a bit forward in the mix. Tuning nozzles are a gimmick - they all sound the same. A better Kato in every way. I had a lot of trouble with fit on with this set - did not have the same problem with Hana 2021.

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Tanchjim Origin reviewed by Gizaudio Axel

Gizaudio Axel 7 Reviewer Score
A- Tuning
A- Tech
Smooth, detailed, and vocal-centric sound. Cohesive, vocal-focused tuning with dynamic bass, smooth extended treble, and excellent detail. Could use more sub-bass.

Gizaudio Axel original ranking

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Tanchjim Origin reviewed by Shuwa-T

Shuwa-T 6.7 Reviewer Score
B+ Tuning
B+ Tech
One of the more balanced sounding Tanchjim iems, vocal centric Quantity in the bass region, more noticeably the subbass

Shuwa-T original ranking

Shuwa-T Website

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

Tanchjim Origin reviewed by Jays Audio

Jays Audio 6.5 Reviewer Score
A Tuning
A- Tech
Just buy Fission. A cleaner/less warm LM, smoother EA1000 (fermats a little more resolving), very balanced, clean, and neutral sound. Very tough competition.

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Tanchjim Origin reviewed by Precogvision

Precogvision 6.5 Reviewer Score
B+ Tuning
B+ Tech
Japanese flavor of tuning (mid-bass and upper-mid focus) finally done justice. Strong technical chops and slightly forward.

Precogvision original ranking

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

Penon Serial (more reviews)

Penon Serial reviewed by Bad Guy Good Audio

Bad Guy Good Audio 7.1 Reviewer Score
A- Tuning
C+ Tech
Pleasing tonality. great timbre, scales up, great sense of dynamics Caps look like Bill Cosby sweater.

Bad Guy Good Audio original ranking

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Bass: A- Mids: A- Treble: A-

Penon Serial reviewed by Fresh Reviews

Fresh Reviews 5.5* * The score of this reviewer influences only the Gaming Score
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Penon Serial reviewed by Nymz

Nymz 4 Reviewer Score
C- Tuning
C- Tech
Two units, both have audible channel imbalance. Stage width is average but lacks height and depth. Treble is on the darker side with some 5k energy. Mid bass is a bit too much but good slam. Shows incoherence signs.

Nymz original ranking

Nymz Website

Bass: C+ Mids: C- Treble: D Details: C- Imaging: C-

Tanchjim Origin User Review Score

Average User Scores

Average User Score:

Based on 1 user reviews

7.6

Strongly Favorable

Penon Serial User Review Score

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Tanchjim Origin Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

7.2

Gaming Grade

A-

Penon Serial Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

4.6

Gaming Grade

C

Tanchjim Origin Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

A-
  • Expect an inviting tonal blend that adapts well to genres while staying largely composed. It strikes a nice blend of warmth and clarity.

Average Technical Grade

A-
  • You get a controlled, composed performance, marrying decent clarity with a still-modest sense of space. A safe technical performer for the price bracket.
Bass A-
Bass is strong and well-defined, delivering slam with admirable control. Electronic drops hit with authority.
Mids A-
It delivers an excellent midrange that feels vibrant and true to life. It balances clarity with natural smoothness.
Treble A-
Highs feel superbly executed, revealing micro-detail without hint of sibilance. Highs stay smooth even at volume.
Dynamics B
The performance feels robust, with satisfying punch and natural transitions. Nuances are easy to follow.
Soundstage A-
The stage stretches in every direction, carving out clear three-dimensional pockets for each player. Placement accuracy impresses from the start.
Details B+
Finer gestures snap into focus without sounding clinical or forced. Layering holds strong across genres.
Imaging B+
Good imaging with precise instrument placement and clear front/back localization. Positions snap into place convincingly.
Gaming A-
Good fundamental spatial awareness for most gaming scenarios. Handles basic positioning well but may lack nuance in complex situations. Value-to-cost may not be optimal for gaming-focused users.

Penon Serial 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

C-
  • Textural information blurs together, making the stage feel pinched and gray. Instrument edges blur together frequently.
Bass B
You get a lively bass response that balances energy with discipline. It balances punch with respectable control.
Mids C+
The region sounds agreeable overall, delivering clarity without flashiness. Slight warmth keeps things easy-going.
Treble C
Highs are present enough yet carry a bit of grain and splash. Busy mixes can still feel a bit splashy.
Dynamics C-
It maintains a steady dynamic profile that neither offends nor inspires. Swells arrive but lack drama.
Soundstage B
You can map the ensemble with confidence thanks to solid spacing and coherent depth layering. Ambient effects feel believable.
Details C-
Nothing sounds offensive, yet nothing is etched sharply enough to captivate detail lovers. It's fine for casual listening sessions.
Imaging C-
You can tell where things generally sit, though exact locations feel blurred. Center vocals sit mostly where expected.
Gaming C
Minimal environmental definition provides only general audio cues. Suitable for games where positioning isn't critical. Value-to-cost may not be optimal for gaming-focused users.

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7.6

A weeb set done right (ww

Pros
Great bass at this price. Lush female vocal.
Cons
Heavy

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