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ThieAudio - Monarch MKIII

In-Ears With 2DD + 6BA + 2EST Drivers
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The ThieAudio Monarch MKIII elevates the music-listening experience to unprecedented levels of immersion and detail. The newly integrated Impulse bass system performs exceptionally well and is finely tuned for exquisite sound quality. With these enhancements, the Monarch MKIII surpasses its predecessor, solidifying its position as the go-to in-ear monitor in its price range.
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About RAGHAV SOMANI

Raghav Somani is the Founder & CEO of Headphone Zone. An avid audiophile and musician since 2008, his choice of headphones include STAX Electrostats, Audeze LCD 3, and for music on the go, the JH Audio Roxanne + Astell&Kern SP1000 is never too far away. On his playlist, you'll find A.R. Rahman, Michael Jackson, and the Eagles.

THIEAUDIO PRESENTS THEIR UPDATED AND UPGRADED FLAGSHIP IEM - THE MONARCH MKIII

The original Monarch and Monarch MKII were groundbreaking in the global IEM industry, setting new standards for performance. They redefined the price-to-performance ratio and influenced how IEMs are engineered and tuned. Now, the Monarch MKIII takes it to the next level with improved technical and tonal performance. Experience unparalleled auditory bliss with the ThieAudio Monarch MKIII In-Ear Monitors. These cutting-edge monitors push the boundaries of sound fidelity, providing an immersive and captivating audio experience like never before. With updated drivers, tuning strategies, and significantly improved ergonomics, the Monarch MKIII offers the legendary performance of the MKII with enhanced technicalities and comfort.

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FEATURES A TRIBRID DRIVER ARRAY FOR A TRUE FLAGSHIP-GRADE AUDIO PERFORMANCE

Immerse yourself in a world of pure sonic pleasure with the Monarch MKIII. This latest version features an upgraded driver configuration that takes bass, mids, and trebles to new levels of brilliance. With a combination of 2 dynamic drivers, 6 balanced armature drivers, and 2 electrostatic drivers, you'll experience the richness and clarity of every note, vocals, and instrumentals in stunning detail. The Monarch MKIII is equipped with advanced technology for impeccable sound isolation, ensuring you're fully immersed in your musical journey without any external distractions. Whether you crave heart-pumping beats or serene melodies, these in-ear headphones deliver an unparalleled listening experience.

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HEAR PUNCHY BASS RESPONSE WITH THE IMPLEMENTATION OF IMPACT2 TECHNOLOGY

Introducing IMPACT2 (Impact Squared), the latest technological breakthrough from ThieAudio, revolutionising the personalised audio industry. IMPACT2 is a cutting-edge subwoofer solution featuring (x2) 10mm composite diaphragm drivers arranged in an isobaric design. By adding another 10mm subwoofer, the bass's power and texture are significantly enhanced, while the in-house isobaric chamber design ensures consistent frequency and pressure. As a result, you can enjoy superior bass quality without compromising on tonal integrity. IMPACT2's dual 10mm subwoofers deliver a truly immersive audio experience with enhanced bass that takes your listening pleasure to a whole new level.

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LUSH MIDRANGE AND CRISP TOP END WITH ENHANCED ULTRA-TREBLE OUTPUT

The Monarch MKIII has undergone significant updates, now featuring Sonion's latest electrostatic (EST) drivers, and benefiting from ThieAudio's advanced tuning strategy. The EST drivers have been fully optimised, resulting in an expanded upper-frequency extension from +15kHz to 20kHz, providing a more comprehensive and detailed ultra-treble performance. With these improvements, the Monarch MKIII delivers a heightened sense of staging, atmosphere, and overall resolution, elevating your listening experience to new heights. Additionally, the MKIII's mids have been carefully refined to enhance the separation between individual driver ranges, maximising their output while minimising Total Harmonic Distortion (THD).

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METICULOUSLY TUNED TO PRESENT A HIGHLY BALANCED AND ACCURATE SOUND

At the heart of the Monarch MKIII lies ThieAudio's unwavering dedication to achieving exceptional tonal quality. The MKIII maintains its studio-monitor-like tonal signature, ensuring a clean, natural, and highly detailed sound with a focused sub-bass impact. Retaining its tonal legacy, the MKIII incorporates a genuine 4-way crossover with 9 separate passive components, upholding its commitment to tonal excellence. The IMPACT2 technology further enhances the sub-bass, delivering punchier results, while the mids from 200Hz to 800Hz remain neutrally flat. This characteristic tonality in the mids closely mirrors the precise audio reproduction of studio monitors used in professional recording environments.

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BUNDLED WITH A HIGH-QUALITY AND UPGRADED MODULAR CABLE TO GET YOU STARTED

Thieaudio's Monarch MKIII now comes bundled with an enhanced modular cable featuring thicker 22AWG 6N OCC silver-plated and graphene silver-plated composite wires. This upgrade in cable materials adds a touch of clarity and refinement to the sound, surpassing the previous generation of Thieaudio's modular cables. The cable includes three interchangeable plugs with 3.5mm single, 4.4mm balanced, and 2.5mm terminations, ensuring seamless compatibility with various source devices without the need to change cables.

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EXPERTLY CRAFTED AND ERGONOMICALLY DESIGNED WITH 3D-PRINTED MEDICAL-GRADE RESIN

With meticulous attention to detail, the Monarch MKIII showcases a seamless fusion of aesthetics and functionality. Its ergonomic and lightweight design ensures a comfortable fit, allowing for hours of enjoyable listening, making it a perfect companion for audiophiles and music lovers on the move. Crafted individually by dedicated engineers, each unit is a masterpiece. The housing is expertly made from 3D-printed medical-grade resin, guaranteeing both skin safety and long-lasting durability. Moreover, the faceplate of every Monarch MKIII is uniquely decorated and coated, providing a truly personalised and exceptional experience.

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1 Year Warranty

Don't sweat it, this ThieAudio - Monarch MKIII comes with a 1 Year warranty from ThieAudio that covers manufacturing defects. All products featured on Headphone Zone are backed by an original manufacturer's warranty.

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Pioneering Sonic Excellence Since 2019

Established in 2019 as the creative arm of Linsoul Audio, ThieAudio stands as a testament to audio innovation and excellence. With a handpicked team of top-notch engineers, ThieAudio is on a mission to redefine audio experiences for both audiophiles and professionals. The journey began with the groundbreaking ThieAudio Phantom, recognized internationally as a benchmark for planar magnetic headphones. Building on this success, ThieAudio introduced the Voyager and Legacy series, curated under the guidance of master audio engineer Chongjun, positioning them alongside leading international brands.

ThieAudio's Voyager series is tailored for musicians, offering innovative In-Ear Monitors (IEMs) designed to elevate their craft. For audiophiles and music enthusiasts, the Legacy series, featuring gems like ThieAudio Legacy 3, Legacy 4, Legacy 5, and Voyager 14, has garnered widespread acclaim for their meticulous design and exceptional sound quality. With an unwavering commitment to quality standards, ThieAudio consistently delivers thoughtfully crafted IEMs equipped with the latest advancements, ensuring a holistic and superior audio experience.

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"Monarch MK3 seems perfectly suited to deliver the wall of deep bass on Lady Gaga’s “Bad Romance;” the combination of rumble and impact feels like it’s slowly crushing your brain – but crushing it with exquisite detail and texture."

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Rahul Nayyar (Chandigarh)
Bass plus music

Other iems: B2Dusk, Isn EST50, Symphonium meteor.
Source: RU6, mojo 2, RU7, Hiby RS6,FIio K7 and ibasso DX320 amp 11mk2s and amp12.
Disclosure: didn't buy it from Hpz but got them shipped by a friend from overseas.
For the review I found the best synergy with mojo 2 if I want to hear thumpy mid bass but sacrifice on soundstage and depth but gain musically.
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Ibasso Amp11 mk2s where I think the max potential of this iem came to light, for me. I don't know how chord electronics manages to do so much justice to bass delivery.
Anyways, the iem is capable of offering you a vivid, holographic soundstage, super controlled and still very thumpy mid bass. I test bass on 'The Plan - Tenet OST' and you can hear your ear drums feeling every bass attack in the first 15-20 seconds. The upper range is non-sibilant in all the genres I have tried and it never gets harsh. I am personally averse to piercing sibilance or high shimmer in my sound, so someone looking for a bright iem might like to skip it. It's not a neautralish running I would say. Balanced mids and highs with not too high sub bass or say extremely tastefully done sub bass and tremendous, thumpy, jackhammering mid bass that hits you like a wrecking ball. I still slap on like 6-8db more bass at around 100-125hz.
What it's not: it's not a relaxed presentation like an all BA symphonium meteor. Sure it's much more bassy, more technical and sort of better in most areas but meteor is simply non fatiguing where this iem has so much going on(in a very good way) that someone looking for a relaxed listen might find them a tad too engaging. I also happen to try UM mest mk2 and Solaris twilight for a few mins but I found both of their tuning to be relaxed compared to monarch. Twilight I liked much better than mk2. Personally, I would still like to keep meteor and mk2 both foe their distinctive abilities.
Also, the comfort on these(for me) was the best. Stock silicon tips fit like a glove on my ears and azla sednafit are a no brainer either ways. I can listen more on the azla . Silicon tips also don't hurt but just make their presence felt whereas azla is kinda non interfering.
Bass, soundstage, technicalities, imaging and instrument seperation. That is I would say are the hallmarks of this iem. I am sure you won't regret buying it for sure.

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Hey there,

Thank you for taking the time to write this detailed review, we really appreciate the genuine feedback! Your review will definitely help fellow audiophiles to make an informed decision.

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Valluri Anil Kumar (Pune)
The most remarkable in-ear monitors available at an exceptionally reasonable price.

These are by far the most comfortable in-ear monitors (IEMs) I have ever worn, outshining all the ones I have previously purchased.The IEMs have a comfortable fit that allows for extended listening without causing any discomfort. Cable is quite impressive with tangle-free.Upon initial auditory engagement with these In-Ear Monitors (IEMs), one's attention is immediately drawn to the mellifluous quality of the sub bass and bass frequencies. The auditory experience is notably pleasant and comforting to the listener. The other mid-range and treble can be heard with remarkable clarity, providing an equally comforting auditory experience. However, one potential drawback to consider is the overall lack of cohesiveness and crispiness.The sound stage is satisfactory, although it may not provide the desired sense of expansiveness.Although my experience in this field may be limited, after comparing this IEM with the Noble Audio Kublai Khan, Viking Ragnar, and SONY IER Z1R, I have noticed a lack of soul in the music range. Its like applying a soft Gaussian filter to the exquisite picture is akin to enhancing its visual appeal.It is strongly recommended for those individuals who are in need of calming auditory stimuli.In all ranges of frequencies, I find my overall experience to be delightfully soothing to my ears.I strongly suggest considering this IEM in this particular price range, as it offers an exceptional quality of listening experience.

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Hey there, thank you for the great review and ratings! So delighted that you are loving your purchase. Hope you had a comfortable shopping experience. Cheers!

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Murali Das (Mumbai)
An outstanding IEM

Though i didnt buy the Monarch MK3 on headphonezone i feel i have to write this review. It really is fantastic and once you start listening on it you will not want to listen on your other IEMs for a while. The clarity,detail,bass and treble extension are spot on. Songs feel presented on wide soundstage and are presented beautifully. Great value for money. My endgame IEM.

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Thanks for the great review! We're glad you love the ThieAudio Monarch MKIII!

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