TRN-Medusa VS Kbear KB02

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TRN-Medusa and Kbear KB02 are in-ear monitors. TRN-Medusa costs $50 while Kbear KB02 costs $40. TRN-Medusa is $10 more expensive. Kbear KB02 holds a decisive 1.1-point edge in reviewer scores (5.2 vs 6.3). Kbear KB02 carries a user score of 6. Kbear KB02 has significantly better treble with a 1-point edge and Kbear KB02 has significantly better dynamics with a 3-point edge.

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Metric TRN-Medusa Kbear KB02
Mids 5 5
Treble 3 4
Soundstage 6 6
Dynamics 3 6
Tonality 5.1 6.4
Technicalities 4.8 6
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TRN-Medusa Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Jaytiss Gizaudio Axel
Kois Archive
Head-Fi.org

Average Reviewer Score:

5.2

Mixed to Negative

Kbear KB02 Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Kois Archive Audio Amigo Jaytiss Head-Fi.org

Average Reviewer Score:

6.3

Mixed to Positive

Reviews Comparison

TRN-Medusa reviewed by Kois Archive

Kois Archive 5.4 Reviewer Score
B Tuning
A- Tech
Rating: C | Value: ⭐ | Comfort: 9 very fun single dd little shouty

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Kbear KB02 reviewed by Kois Archive

Kois Archive 6.8 Reviewer Score
A Tuning
A+ Tech
Rating: B+ | Value: ⭐⭐⭐ | Gaming: 🎮 | Comfort: 9 fun bone conduction for bass mids and treble not the best

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TRN-Medusa reviewed by Jaytiss

Jaytiss 4.5 Reviewer Score
C Tuning
D Tech
Nice overall tonal quality, with just a dash of shout.

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Mids: C+ Treble: D Dynamics: D Soundstage: B

Kbear KB02 reviewed by Jaytiss

Jaytiss 6 Reviewer Score
C+ Tuning
C- Tech
Nice little banger of a set. Bone Conductor iem.

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Mids: C+ Treble: C- Dynamics: B Soundstage: B
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TRN-Medusa reviewed by Head-Fi.org

Head-Fi.org 6.3 * score rescaled + normalized
2 community members have rated the TRN Medusa at an average of 4.0/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Very Positive.

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Kbear KB02 reviewed by Head-Fi.org

Head-Fi.org 6.3 * score rescaled + normalized
11 community members have rated the KBear KB02 at an average of 4.0/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Very Positive.

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TRN-Medusa (more reviews)

TRN-Medusa reviewed by Gizaudio Axel

Gizaudio Axel 4.5 Reviewer Score
C Tuning
C Tech
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Kbear KB02 reviewed by Audio Amigo

Audio Amigo 6 * score rescaled + normalized
Bone conduction on the cheap. Buzzy, springy tonalty that makes for fun bass, but carries a little too much tonal affectation. Like a baby Kinera Plutus Beast

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TRN-Medusa User Review Score

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Kbear KB02 User Review Score

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Average User Score:

Based on 1 user reviews

6

Mixed to Positive

TRN-Medusa Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

4.9

Gaming Grade

C

Kbear KB02 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

TRN-Medusa Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

C+
  • Expect a friendly tonal balance that could use polish but remains inviting. Great for casual listening, less so for purists.

Average Technical Grade

C
  • Resolution is limited, masking finer nuances and narrowing the soundstage. Busy mixes still overwhelm it with ease.
Mids C+
Midrange performance is decent, offering balanced presence without major flaws. It works well for casual background listening.
Treble D
Treble response is uneven, jumping between dull spots and sharp peaks. Peaks poke out unpredictably.
Dynamics D
Dynamics come across throttled, leaving energetic moments underwhelming. Energetic passages land with a thud.
Soundstage B
You can map the ensemble with confidence thanks to solid spacing and coherent depth layering. Ambient effects feel believable.
Gaming C
Minimal environmental definition provides only general audio cues. Suitable for games where positioning isn't critical.

Kbear KB02 Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

B
  • It sounds pleasant overall, with some uneven spots that hint at room for refinement. Vocals remain pleasant despite the imperfections.

Average Technical Grade

B
  • An honest, middle-of-the-road performance preserves structure without chasing micro-detail. It's respectable for everyday listening sessions.
Mids C+
The region sounds agreeable overall, delivering clarity without flashiness. Slight warmth keeps things easy-going.
Treble C-
Treble is adequate overall, though its texture can feel coarse. Longer sessions may expose grain.
Dynamics B
You get confident dynamics that track both macro swings and rhythmic drive. There's life in every crescendo.
Soundstage B
The presentation supplies a believable venue outline where each instrument owns its pocket of space. The stage opens up nicely for live cuts.
Gaming B
Decent spatial awareness for fundamental positioning. Creates satisfying atmosphere in story-driven games while handling basic directional cues.

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6

Balanced V-shaped tuning.

Tuning: C+ Tech: A+ Bass: A+ Mids: C+ Treble: C+ Dynamics: B Soundstage: A+ Details: C+ Imaging: A+
Pros
Very technical driver super economical.
Cons
Sometimes something noisy.

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