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Truthear Nova Hybrid IEMs
Expert Take
The Truthear Nova achieves a highly accurate Harman 2019 target response with its 1DD+4BA hybrid driver setup, offering detailed treble and satisfying bass slam. The mid-bass thinness and cable usability issues are notable trade-offs, but for $150 it's an exceptional value for Harman-target enthusiasts.
Pros
- Accurate Harman-neutral tuning with good macro-dynamicsaudioreviews.org
- Smooth, solid resin build that is lightweight and durablehead-fi.org
- Well-equipped accessories including a quality travel pouch and multiple tip typesheadfonics.com
- High sensitivity makes it easy to drive from phones or donglesheadfonics.com
Cons
- Mid-bass recessed, leading to thin male vocals and lack of warmthmychooz.com
- Cable tangles easily and exhibits noticeable microphonicshead-fi.org
- Shell size may be large for smaller ears and feels stuffy during long sessionshead-fi.org
- Bass texture is lacking despite good slam and rumbleaudioreviews.org
- It doesn’t feel cheap or pointy.headfonics.com
Expert Quality
74
Deal Score
44
Price
$169.99
Current Price
$169.99
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