THIEAUDIO Monarch MKIII
THIEAUDIO Monarch MKIII
The IMPACT2 (“Impact Squared”) is THIEAUDIO’s latest technological innovation to change the personalized audio industry.
IMPACT2 is a new subwoofer solution consisting of two 10mm composite diaphragm drivers arranged in an isobaric design. The addition of another 10mm subwoofer significantly enhances the power and texture of the bass, while our in-house isobaric chamber design keeps the frequency and pressure constant. This means you can enjoy better quality bass without sacrificing tonal integrity.
IMPACT2: THIEAUDIO's latest innovation in personalized audio with a powerful subwoofer solution using isobaric design and composite diaphragm drivers.
Enhanced Ultra-Treble Output: The Monarch MKIII now features Sonion's electrostatic drivers and increased frequencies for a more comprehensive upper frequency extension, resulting in improved staging and resolution.
Balanced Tonal Signature: The Monarch MKIII maintains a studio-monitor-like tonal excellence with clean, natural, and detailed sound, while offering a focused sub-bass impact.
Improved Bass Quality: The addition of another 10mm subwoofer in IMPACT2 enhances the power and texture of the bass without compromising tonal integrity, providing better bass quality for an immersive audio experience.
The THIEAUDIO Monarch MKIII is an excellent ‘tribrid’ multi-driver IEM and begs the question if you can get something this good for this price why would you want to go any further?
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The MKIII is not only technically proficient but also immensely fun, offering a listening experience that keeps you hooked with each passing track. It’s a compelling option inside the $1,000 USD price bracket that I recommend exploring.
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THIEAUDIO Monarch MKIII - Standardoption
Monarch, der den Gipfel übersteigt
Zu ihrer Zeit setzten der ursprüngliche Monarch und der Monarch MKII neue Maßstäbe für erstklassige Leistung in der globalen IEM-Branche. Sie definierten nicht nur das Preis-Leistungs-Verhältnis neu, sondern veränderten auch für immer die Art und Weise, wie IEM-Hersteller IEMs konstruieren und abstimmen. Um mit der Zeit zu gehen, wurde der Monarch einer weiteren Überarbeitung unterzogen, um seine technische und klangliche Leistung zu verbessern.
Monarch MKIII - Custom mit Black Bat-Schale und optionaler Disco-Frontplatte
Verbesserte Ultra-Treble-Ausgabe
Der Monarch MKIII wurde mit Sonions neuesten elektrostatischen (EST) Treibern aktualisiert und neu abgestimmt, um das volle Potenzial dieser Treiber besser zur Geltung zu bringen. Dank unserer neuen Abstimmungsstrategie wurden die Ultrahochfrequenzen bei +15 kHz bis 20 kHz für eine umfassendere Erweiterung der oberen Frequenzen erhöht. Im Vergleich zu seinem Vorgänger wird der Monarch MKIII dank der Hochtonerweiterung ein besseres Gefühl für Inszenierung, Atmosphäre und eine allgemeine Verbesserung der wahrgenommenen Auflösung bieten.
Ausgewogene Klangsignatur
Der Monarch MKIII ist das Herzstück von THIEAUDIOs Engagement für exzellenten Klang. Der Monarch MKIII behält eine Klangsignatur wie bei einem Studiomonitor mit fokussiertem Subbass-Effekt für einen sauberen, natürlichen und detaillierten Klang. Ausgestattet mit einer echten 4-Wege-Frequenzweiche mit 9 separaten passiven Komponenten bleibt der Monarch MKIII seinem klanglichen Erbe treu. Dank IMPACT2 ist der Subbass druckvoller, aber die Mitten von 200 Hz bis 800 Hz behalten ihre messerscharfe Neutralität. Diese Tonalität der Mitten imitiert den echten Klang von Studiomonitoren, die in Aufnahmestudios verwendet werden, um eine genaue Audiowiedergabe zu liefern.
Darüber hinaus wurden die Mitten des Monarch MKIII im Vergleich zu seinen Vorgängern mit einer neuen Abstimmungsstrategie überarbeitet, die die jeweiligen Treiberbereiche besser trennt, um die Leistung zu maximieren und gleichzeitig die gesamte harmonische Verzerrung zu minimieren. Dies bedeutet, dass die Mitten des MKIII höher aufgelöst klingen, während die gleiche monitorähnliche Tonalität erhalten bleibt. Die Höhen wurden ebenfalls leicht neu abgestimmt, um im gesamten Bereich mehr Kohärenz sowie etwas mehr Klarheit und Definition zu bieten. Diese leichte Klangänderung harmoniert besser mit der erneuerten Ultra-Höhen-Reaktion und sorgt für eine klarere Klangsignatur.
Monarch MKIII - Custom mit Black Bat-Schale und optionaler Sunset Horizon-Frontplatte
Über THIEAUDIO
Von einer namenlosen Gruppe von Heimwerkern zu einer der renommiertesten IEM-Marken der Welt: THIEAUDIO hat auf der Suche nach Hi-Fi-Audio eine unglaubliche Reise hinter sich. THIEAUDIO ist in audiophilen Communities auf der ganzen Welt zu einer festen Marke geworden und wird für seine erstklassigen Abstimmungen, hervorragenden technischen Leistungen und budgetfreundlichen Preise geliebt. Von Anfang an hat das THIEAUDIO-Team die Audioqualität in den Vordergrund jedes Projekts gestellt und wollte der Robin Hood der Audiowelt sein, indem es die am besten klingenden Audiolösungen zu den günstigsten Preisen anbietet. Seit seiner Einführung im Jahr 2019 hat THIEAUDIOs Erbe an In-Ear-Monitoren die Welt der IEMs für immer verändert und die Art und Weise beeinflusst, wie globale Hersteller von Ohrhörern ihre Produkte konstruieren. Das internationale Team von THIEAUDIO aus wenigen, aber engagierten Ingenieuren aus China und Südkorea hat sich verpflichtet, dieses Erbe fortzuführen, indem es innovative und dennoch erschwingliche Audiolösungen entwickelt, die Sie in Erstaunen versetzen werden.
Monarch MKIII - Custom mit schwarzer Bat-Hülle und optionaler Butterfly-Frontplatte
Technical Details
Type
In-Ear Monitors
Drivers
Sonion EST, Knowles DWFK 31785 (x2), Sonio 28UAP (x1), IMPACT2 (2 x 10mm Composite DD)
Crossover
4-Way Passive Crossover with 4 Sound Bores.
Sensitivity
99dB @ 1kHz (+/- 1dB)
Impedance
18 ohms
Frequency Response
20Hz-80kHz
Cable Details
1.2 meter 22AWG 6N OCC Silver-Plated and Graphene Silver-Plated Cable
Cable Connectors
2-pin 0.78mm
Cable Termination
Modular Termination with 2.5mm,3.5mm,4.4mm Interchangeable plugs
- 1 x THIEAUDIO Monarch MKIII
- User Manual
PRICE
Processing Time
This product is in Pre-order period. Pre-orders are provided for items that have not reached us and will take some time to be shipped out.
Processing time: Depends on design
- We may have in-stocks for UIEM (default batches). Check this with us
- 6-8 working weeks for UIEM with custom design
- No cancellation of UIEM (custom design) orders once ordered
Images are for reference only. Actual product and packaging may differ from the images. Final product is based on what is actually received.
Note:
- No cancellation of orders once ordered.
- All orders to be shipped out sequentially.
Customer Reviews
I had originally shortlisted the Mk IIs and right as I was planning to buy those, the Mk IIIs were announced and made available. The fact that these were being sold at the same price intrigued me and so I took a risk and bought it. The MK IIs were tried and true and got rave reviews but the fact that their sound signature was extremely neutral gave me pause. I wasn't sure if I would take to if immediately and accepted that it would need to grow on me. So when I saw that the tuning for the MK IIIs would be to boost certain aspects of the soundscape I really thought I might.prefer it over the MK IIs.
With all that, I couldn't be happier with the results. This was my first IEM and well worth the price for the sound quality and clarity. It has warmth, vibrance, brightness, and just...character. All things I wasn't sure the MK IIs were going to have despite its audiophilic excellence. Keep in mind, I AM NOT recommending a blind buy, of this or any product. Especially not when the price is this high. Please do your own research and be sure that this is what you want, especially over the MK II, as what I listed as positives may be negatives for someone else. This particular purchase just happened to work out for me. The fact that I had no proper experience or expectations for how an IEM should sound definitely helped as well, I think.
TLDR: I personally loved this product and would wholeheartedly recommend it to someone who doesn't want a "pure" audiophilic sound. If you do, go for the Mk II instead.
I was lucky to receive it earlier than expected and I have just spent the first day listening to it.
So far this meets and even exceeds my expectations and for me it is definitely a worthy successor to the Monarch MK2.
The two new dynamic drivers really bring back the midbass. The midbass was the one thing I found lacking in the MK2.
Even though the low-end has been turned up and the bass is more visceral it still keeps the tonality and technicality I have come to expect from the Monarch series.
The MK3 has better tonality and tuning for my music library and I think Thieaudio is going to have a great success with their new Impact2 driver setup. I'm really looking forward to it in the Hype 2 as well.
This IEM is going into my all-time top favourites together with 64 Audio U12t and U4s. I hope the MK2 is still going to stick around for those that want a leaner tonality without having to EQ, though I don't think you could EQ to give MK3's feeling of slam into a MK2.
It's slightly on the larger size, but I found it very comfortable for long listening sessions and the weight is a non-issue. I find it as comfortable to wear as my 64 Audio's. I also prefer the cable over the MK2 cable, as the MK2 was a bit cumbersome.
The default faceplate looks awesome.
I have not watched or read any reviews prior to this. As a former owner of the MKII, I was definitely swayed by the announcement of the MKIII.
Blessed by DHL Express for its speedy delivery, blessed by THIEAUDIO for its superb team of audio engineers.
The MKIII is slightly smaller than the MKII but it is not as small as the 1st generation Prestige. The slightly smaller shell size of the MKIII does make a difference in comfort. However, after long hours of listening, your ears may still go numb if they are small. Mine felt numb around the 2nd hour.
Thankful that THIEAUDIO also decided to change MKIII's cable to Prestige's. The MKII has a chunky and heavy cable which affected my overall listening experience.
I no longer have the MKII to compare its sound with the MKIII. However, balanced detailed beast remains a balanced detailed beast. Everything sounds so clean, especially its subbass. As a former drummer, I really love how the kick drum punches for every song with drums. So tight and punchy. It just sounds so right. Treble sounds detailed with sparkle without piercing.
The only concern I have so far is that a few songs sound so detailed that it can be fatiguing e.g. Michael Jackson's Beat It and Billie Jean.
Two hours into listening and I am really enjoying it. I only stopped because my audio player ran out of battery and my ears started feeling numb.
The faceplate looks freaking cool, much nicer when you see it in person.
Shipping Policy
Which countries do you ship to?
We currently only ship to countries within Europe. If you want to ship to other countries, please go to our main site,linsoul.com.For more details on available shipping methods, feel free to contact our team for further clarification.
We cannot ship to addresses that are "PO boxes or APO/FPO".We currently only ship to countries within Europe. If you want to ship to other countries, please go to our main site,linsoul.com.For more details on available shipping methods, feel free to contact our team for further clarification.
We cannot ship to addresses that are "PO boxes or APO/FPO".
How much does shipping cost?
We have two shipping methods - Standard Shipping and Express Shipping.
If your order is under 17 EUR, a 6 EUR shipping fee will apply for Standard Shipping.
If your order is between 17 EUR and 269.98 EUR, Standard Shipping is free.
If your order is under 269.99 EUR, a 22 EUR shipping fee will apply for Express Shipping.
If your order exceeds 269.99 EUR, Express Shipping is free.
*This applies for most European countries. However, large items such as headphones and desktop DAC/AMPs (e.g. HarmonicDyne G200, MUSICIAN MDP-2, and etc.) are excluded.
Shipping fees exclude import taxes or processing fees that may be applicable for your country. Linsoul is not responsible for such fees. Should you refuse to pay the tax/customs fees, shipping fees will still be deducted from the amount paid for the two-way freight charges. The cost of the freight charges may be more than the amount reflected on your order due to tax and other miscellaneous fees.
Some parcels claimed to be “returned to the seller” may be destroyed by the post office or customs officers when buyers refuse to accept their parcels or fail to pay for their taxes. No refund will be processed for such cases.
Standard Shipping via YunExpress is a tax-inclusive option for some countries. However, Linsoul will not be responsible for additional administrative or handling fees charged by your local courier company or customs. Please kindly check this with your local customs.
For certain remote areas, there may be additional charges via Express Shipping. We will contact you if there is a need to make additional payments. Please contact us before placing an order, should you have any queries regarding shipping.
How long does it take to receive the order after it is placed?
For in-stock products, your order will be shipped within 3 working days. You may check with our staff regarding the in-stock status of any products.
Customized items will take a longer time. Please contact our staff for more information.
On normal non-sale days, once your parcel has been shipped out:
- For Standard Shipping, it takes about 2-4 weeks for items to be delivered after shipping out. For some countries, it might take up to 2-3 months, depending on your country, its customs and other factors.* The duration for transit is something beyond our control. Linsoul will not be making refunds for such cases. Please consider an upgrade to Express Shipping or keep the waiting time in mind.
- For Express Shipping, it takes about 3-7 days for items to be delivered after shipping out.
*Note: Timings might be affected due to festive seasons or other unforeseen circumstances
What happens if the parcel has been shipped but not delivered?
First, kindly contact your local courier using the local tracking number.
If your parcel were to be in transit for at least 3 months, it may have been lost in transit.
For orders below $50USD, you may either opt for a one-time reshipment of parcel OR a full refund of the amount paid in cash via PayPal/Credit/Debit card.
For orders above $50USD, we will only process a 50% refund of your order paid in cash via PayPal/Credit/Debit card. Should there be any concern about Standard Shipping, you are encouraged to opt for DHL Express Shipping instead.
Customers are to bear the consequences and fees incurred, if the parcel was undelivered due to any of the following situation:
- Wrong address or phone number provided by recipient
- Recipient was uncontactable when courier company contacted
- Refusal to sign for the package by recipient
- Lost or damaged parcel because recipient opted for “no-signature delivery”
- Refusal to pay for the local tax/processing fee by recipient
- Refusal to provide supporting documents for custom clearance by recipient
Who will pay for the import tax/custom fees
Customers have to bear any form of custom/import/processing fees that are applicable for your parcel.
Should you be unwilling to pay for the fees and reject the delivery of the parcel, you will still have to pay for the shipping cost. Linsoul will only refund the amount of your order after deducting the two-way shipping fees incurred.
Customer Support
How do I get help for my order?
Cancellation or/and modification of orders can only be done manually via our staff, provided that our Warehouse Team has not processed your order.
As our Support Team might not be available during non-working days and weekends, please place your order wisely.
Should you really need to cancel or/and modify your order after purchase, please contact us via our support email (Support@Linsoul.com) or website chat. We will help you with the changes if that could be done.
In general, upon receiving your parcel, please confirm the contents of the package and ensure that the package is in good condition before signing for it. All customers are strongly advised to take an unboxing video of their parcel and packaging when opening their parcels and products.
For faulty/missing items, please send an email to support@Linsoul.com for after-sale services. The following details are required.
- Send an email to support@Linsoul.com with an appropriate Subject Title
- Provide your order number and state the issue clearly
- Attach photos and videos to show that your product is faulty/missing. Shipping details on the parcel packaging have to be clearly visible.
If the photos/videos provided are insufficient to prove the stated issue, we will enquire more. Once the issue has been confirmed, we will arrange for a replacement, partial refund or a full refund (where applicable). For incorrect products, Linsoul reserves all rights in deciding whether you need to return the incorrect item or not. Please kindly contact us via email first. Our team aims to review your email within 3 working days.
For other queries, the fastest way to contact us is via our website or Discord
Linsoul Audio will not be responsible for parcels that have been damaged during the transit process.
Do I get tracking details for my order?
After placing an order, you will receive the order confirmation email. After your order has been shipped out, you will also receive a tracking email. You can track your order via the tracking number online. Should you not have received the emails or face any difficulties tracking your order, please kindly contact us for support.
For more than 1 orders placed under the same account and shipping address, Linsoul will automatically combine the orders and ship them out via one tracking number. Should you have special requests to have the orders shipped separately, please kindly contact us via Discord or our website's chat. We will do our best to help.
What shipping companies do you use?
We collaborate with these courier companies:
- Standard Shipping: 4PX, UBI, NinjaVan, and Yun Express
- Express Shipping: DHL Express, FedEx and SF Express
