FATfreq x HBB Deuce VS Tri i3 Mk3

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FATfreq x HBB Deuce and Tri i3 Mk3 are in-ear monitors. FATfreq x HBB Deuce costs $239 while Tri i3 Mk3 costs $199. FATfreq x HBB Deuce is $40 more expensive. FATfreq x HBB Deuce holds a clear 0.6-point edge in reviewer scores (7.2 vs 6.6). FATfreq x HBB Deuce has significantly better bass with a 1-point edge, Tri i3 Mk3 has better treble with a 0.8-point edge, FATfreq x HBB Deuce has significantly better dynamics with a 3-point edge and Tri i3 Mk3 has better soundstage with a 0.8-point edge.

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Metric FATfreq x HBB Deuce Tri i3 Mk3
Bass 7 6
Mids 7 7
Treble 5.5 6.3
Details 7.2 7
Soundstage 6 6.8
Imaging 7.2 7
Dynamics 6 3
Tonality 6.6 6.1
Technicalities 5.8 6.4

FATfreq x HBB Deuce Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Jaytiss Jays Audio
Audionotions Bad Guy Good Audio Z-Reviews
Super* Review

Average Reviewer Score:

7.2

Generally Favorable


Tri i3 Mk3 Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Shuwa-T Jaytiss

Average Reviewer Score:

6.6

Cautiously Favorable


FATfreq x HBB Deuce User Review Score

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FATfreq x HBB Deuce Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

6.1

Gaming Grade

B

Tri i3 Mk3 Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

6.3

Gaming Grade

B

FATfreq x HBB Deuce Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

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

Average Technical Grade

B-
  • Satisfactory technical performance. Handles basic detail retrieval adequately in most tracks. Maintains reasonable cohesion in simpler arrangements.
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-
Decent treble with acceptable extension and detail. Can sound slightly unrefined but avoids being harsh or sibilant.
Dynamics B
Good dynamic expression with solid impact. Handles volume contrasts well while maintaining good transient snap.
Soundstage B
Good soundstage with proper width and depth. Instruments have clear positioning with reasonable front/back placement.
Gaming B
Decent spatial awareness for fundamental positioning. Creates satisfying atmosphere in story-driven games while handling basic directional cues.

Tri i3 Mk3 Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

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

Average Technical Grade

B
  • Satisfactory technical performance. Handles basic detail retrieval adequately in most tracks. Maintains reasonable cohesion in simpler arrangements.
Bass B
Good bass foundation with decent impact. Maintains acceptable control while providing satisfying thump in most tracks.
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.
Dynamics D
Noticeably compressed dynamics. Musical expression suffers with weak transients and poor contrast between quiet and loud sections.
Soundstage B+
Good soundstage with proper width and depth. Instruments have clear positioning with reasonable front/back placement.
Details A-
Excellent detail retrieval: highly resolving without being clinical. Effortlessly reveals micro-details and textural subtleties.
Imaging A-
Excellent imaging: precise and stable placement. Instruments occupy specific points in space with tangible positions.
Gaming B
Decent spatial awareness for fundamental positioning. Creates satisfying atmosphere in story-driven games while handling basic directional cues.

FATfreq x HBB Deuce Reviews

Reviewed by: Super* Review

Super* Review 8.5* * score normalized
This is not my usual sound signature which I like. But it's a lot of fun in a unique way. One-trick pony.

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Reviewed by: Audionotions

Audionotions 7.5 Reviewer Score
Easy reccomendation for somoene looking for a basshead IEM that still retains some resemblence of neutrality through the mids and treble. Loaner

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Reviewed by: Bad Guy Good Audio

Bad Guy Good Audio 7.1 Reviewer Score
B Tuning
B Tech
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Bass: A- Mids: A+ Treble: B

Reviewed by: Z-Reviews

Z-Reviews 7 * score normalized

Reviewed by: Jaytiss

Jaytiss 6.8 Reviewer Score
B- Tuning
C+ Tech
Hits Hard, and is super fun. Suprisingly great mids.

Jaytiss original ranking

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

Reviewed by: Jays Audio

Jays Audio 6 Reviewer Score
A+ Tuning
B+ Tech
The defacto basshead rec before the more expensive stuff. Super fun sub-bass, textured, heavy, prolonged decay for more reverb in the bass, well-balanced as well, smooth and scales great. Tech is not its strong point, and DON'T buy from FatFreq directly!!!

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Tri i3 Mk3 Reviews

Reviewed by: Shuwa-T

Shuwa-T 6.8 Reviewer Score
B+ Tuning
B+ Tech
Pleasant signature with no major spikes in treble, zero planar timbre Bass quantity is on the lower side, highs are not as prominent

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Bass: B Mids: A+ Treble: B+ Soundstage: B+ Details: A- Imaging: A-
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Reviewed by: Jaytiss

Jaytiss 6.3 Reviewer Score
C+ Tuning
B Tech
Very nice neutral set, beautiful, but so many good sets.

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Mids: B Treble: B Dynamics: D Soundstage: A-

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