Sound Analysis (Balanced Mode)
Lows
The TSMR-3 Pro has moderate amount of sub-bass quantity and it is extended well. The sub-bass reproduction is expressed with cleanliness and the rumble is not too deep. Bass decay is quick and there is a speedy performance. Bass texture is rendered in a generally smooth manner. The mid-bass has fair quantity and the slam is delivered in an agile manner without being heavy. Each bass note is articulated with a robust hit.
Mids
The midrange of the TSMR-3 Pro has a detailed presentation and it boasts good transparency level. Vocals are belted out with presence in a clear manner. The lower midrange has an apt quantity without sounding too thick and male vocals are expressed well. The upper midrange is boosted and the forwardness provides an engaging female vocals display. The midrange showcases clear and present vocals.
Highs
The treble on the TSMR-3 Pro is extended well and it has a good details retrieval. There is no sibilance and harshness. The treble has fair body and it is articulated precisely. The amount of air rendered is good and it creates an open feeling. There is moderate sparkle at the top to inject some liveliness. The crisp on the treble is well-defined. The presentation is engaging and controlled.
Soundstage
The TSMR-3 Pro excels in its soundstage. There is an open feeling with no congestion. The width magnitude is great with accurate positioning of vocals and instruments. The depth is not too closed in.
Switches
There are 3 switches for lows, mids and highs which provides a total of 7 different sound signatures.
3 main modes:
- Bass (Up, Down, Down)
- Balanced (Down, Up, Down)
- Treble (Down, Down, Up)
Audio123 Reviews 
Is the TSMR-3 Pro better than the DM6 un detail retreival in bass, mids and highs ? Please compare…
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The TSMR-3 Pro is better than the DM6 with more articulated bass, clearer midrange and extended treble.
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Thank you for your response… are they allready available ? Love their crossover design with dip switches…
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Hi, they are available on Penon Audio. Cheers!
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Will this be a great choice to listen to vocals or would you recommend other?
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I would recommend the TSMR-3 Pro for vocals at this price point. Cheers!
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Can you compare them to the Rose BR5 MKII?
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In brief, the BR5 MKII has a cleaner midrange with brighter treble expression. Cheers!
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And the bass?
Do you think that BR5 MKII is better?
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The BR5 MKII has a more defined bass expression but lacks the impact brought out by the TSMR-3 Pro. Cheers!
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Hi, which color is that on the photo? It’s a beauty, I’d like to get the same exact one
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Hi, it is No.9 Black on Penon Audio.
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Hi there,
I recently bought the TSMR 3 Pro but found it to be very sibilant, particularly in the “ch” and “sh” consonants. I also found the noise isolation to be poor. Is there anything I can do to fix these problems? Also how would the TSMR 3 pro compare to the DM6 overall?
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You can switch to Up, Down, Down, try with foam tips or pair with a copper cable.
For me, the TSMR-3 Pro is better than the DM6 with more articulated bass, clearer midrange and extended treble.
Cheers!
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Thanks for your reply! So is there a big difference between the DM6 and TSMR 3 Pro or is it just a minor one? Also, are you saying if I change the TSMR 3 pro to a copper cable, the sound quality will improve and stop the sibilance? What would you say are the best IEM’s in the $200 price range now?
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I feel the difference is neither major nor minor. As mentioned earlier, the TSMR-3 Pro improves with more articulated bass, clearer midrange and extended treble. I recommend the ISN C16. Definitely one of the best in the $200 price range. Cheers!
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I bought a copper cable for the TSMR 3 Pro but there is still a lot of sibilance for the ‘sh’ and ‘ch’ and ‘s’ consonants. Using foam tips also didn’t help. I am using the S9 as a driver. Is there a way to fix this problem?
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Hi, it also depends on which specific copper cable you are using. May I know the model you are using?
Have you tried Up, Down, Down + Copper + Foam?
Cheers!
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I used a Yinyoo 8 core copper cable using the up, down, down configuration. Unfortunately my foam tips don’t fit the headphones.
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Unfortunately, I have not experienced this particular copper cable.
I just tested for you out of my S10 with different switch combinations & tips.
I recommend Up, Down, Down & Acoustune AET08 tips (Need to position at an angle & force fit the tips as the bore is slightly smaller). Cheers!
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I will try it out. Thanks a lot!
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I hope this will work out fine for you. Glad to be of help, as always!
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Hi audio123,
do you know which size Acoustune AET08 tips would fit the TSMR 3 pro best?
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Size M. Cheers!
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Hi again. I just realized that the tips you recommended are only sold in China. I wanted to buy them to test them out but it would take a week to arrive and by the time I got the product, I wouldn’t be able to return my TSMR 3 Pro if it didn’t fix the sibilance issues. Therefore I ended up returning the TSMR 3 Pro.
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Hi, that is rather unfortunate as I know people who enjoy their TSMR 3 Pro a lot. Cheers!
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To me the difference between TSMR 3 Pro and DM6 are huge, DM6 sounds warm and slightly back while vocal on TSMR 3 Pro are more forward and shouty sometimes, snare sounds sound artificial sometime but treble are smoother even if it has “sibilance” (acceptable to me as it’s not “s” sound but “ch” which are softer), DM6 treble sound more picky.
The best analogy I can give is DM6 sounds like under the ocean while TSMR 3 Pro sound like it’s surface, both are as wide but everything in DM6 sound focused while TSMR 3 is a more global representation (doesn’t cut down “airy” frequency to make clean sound) (I think this is what people refer to “wet” and “dry” sound, not sure of those term)
You should have tried Down Down UP before returning. As only bass are affected when using switch, this mean that treble stay the exact same, if they stay the exact same but bass get lowered, it result in a smoother treble as the relative difference between spike get smaller. But that make song too bright so I use Down UP UP.
It’s when I listened to Eric Clapton Autumn Leaves that I realized treble get smoother with Down Down UP (but it work on song like that because they’re not bright, also, it add way more transparency in that song)
Also thanks for recommending me TSMR 3 Pro, I prefer them way more than my DM6 (I like forward and not warm vocal).
Ordered Tin Audio P1, they’re warm but I hope vocal are still forward (slight warm is okay if it’s forward like the HD 58X)
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No problem, glad you are enjoying the TSMR-3 Pro. I prefer the TSMR-3 Pro to DM6 myself too. Cheers!
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Hello . Would you recommend this over tanchjim oxygen?
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If you prefer a less warm sound, definitely. Cheers!
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If you like “TFZ King Pro” don’t go with TSMR-3 Pro, i have both and they’re kinda opposite TSMR-3 Pro is a lot more intimate and kinda mid-centric iem. In my ears i think my TFZ King Pro is a lot better when your listening to different genres and it’s more comfortable when it comes to long listening sessions.
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Different strokes for different folks. I feel the TSMR-3 Pro has the edge in details retrieval and versatility. Cheers!
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Hi, I am thinking of buying one out of these.. Please suggest.. BGVP DM7 / TFZ king edition/ TFZ no.3/ikko OH10/ Tansio mira TSMR 3 pro/ Moondrop kxxs.. I am just looking for an overall winner in this list.. Your suggestion would be highly appreciated.
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What is your preferred sound signature? Cheers!
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Hi Sir,
Can you suggest the iem for vocal, I most listen to Taiwanese pops, ACG, from tsmr 3 pro, kxxs, ikko oh10, or other iem in this price range, if you can kindly suggest me two set from both of female and male vocal will be awesome.
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I recommend the Penon Orb. Vocals on the Orb are amazing. Cheers.
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