Thieaudio Monarch MK2 Review & Ranking

Neutral tuning with one of the clearest mid-ranges. Natural and clean vocals. Great resolution, separation, and detail. Can be a little dry with its analytical presentation. Bass is well-seperated from other instruments, but nothing special especially at $1K. Would've liked more depth, and treble has a metalic timbre which is neither good or bad, but just preference - also a bit unstable dynamically and dips, resulting in a lack of air/depth. Mid-bass is just enough for my library, but would've liked more for genres like hiphop and rock. Cable is heavy, and fit may be too big for many (like me).
Source - Jays Audio

Smooth, balanced tuning with natural vocals, beautiful timbre, and excellent tonality. Detail and could use more bass. Treble depends on ear tips. Outstanding tuning.
Source - Gizaudio Axel

Still a king, more neutral to my ears, than MK 3. Just wow.
Source - Jaytiss

A solid improvement in imaging with slightly more palatable tonality than its predecessor.
Source - Precogvision

Pros: Cohesive, smooth, balanced, technical. Cons: slight treble wispiness.
Source - Tim Tuned

Good treble with tons of air. Forward, ethereal mids. Good detail retrieval with tons of microdetails. Lackluster mid-bass.
Source - Smirk Audio