TRUTHEAR Hexa : Truthear's Attempt to a Neutral Pair

This is the first TRUTHEAR product I'll review, and I'm already starting to love it. I had tried the TRUTHEAR Zero back in November 2022, and to be honest, I didn't quite like it hahaha. That's why I decided to purchase the Hexa, as I had the chance to try both, and I believe the Hexa is in a different league altogether.

DISCLAIMER:

• I have no affiliation with TRUTHEAR and have not received any monetary compensation during or after writing this review.  I purchased this unit with my own money, and as always, this review will be honest and unbiased.
• As a non-professional reviewer, I aim to use simple terms that can be understood by both beginners and experts in the hobby.
• Please keep in mind that the opinions expressed in this review are subjective and based on my personal experience with the unit. I encourage you to try the product yourself to form your own opinion.

PACKAGING

The TRUTHEAR Hexa has an anime-themed packaging with a generous amount of inclusions.

Here's what's inside the box:

• The HEXA in-ear monitor
• 6 pairs of eartips
• 1 memory foam tips
• Leather pouch
• A standee or some sort
• Some manuals and paperworks

BUILD QUALITY

The build quality of the Hexa is somehow cheap looking. The faceplate showcases a matte alloy plating, while the rest of the shell is crafted from translucent resin. The cables are on the thinner side, but they appear to be durable and built to last. I appreciate TRUTHEAR's minimalistic approach to the design of the Hexa.

SOUND 

Credits to Super*Review

The Truthear Hexa boasts a neutral sound profile, and its bass response is far from flat. It manages to strike a fine balance between dynamics and detail retrieval, resulting in a sound that is far from dull or boring.

BASS

The bass on the Hexa offers a decent amount of dynamics, with a noticeable emphasis on the midbass. While some may find the midbass lacking a bit, it's a deliberate compromise to maintain a lower frequency sound and prevent smearing of the mids and highs.

MIDS

The mids on the Hexa are far from dry or bland; they deliver an exceptionally clean and natural sound, allowing vocals to shine with just the right balance of thickness. The instruments has excellent and crisp detail retrieval and resolution that never sounded laid-back and dull. 

TREBLE

The treble on the Hexa is crisp, clear, and impressively detailed. However, after extended listening sessions, it can be a bit fatiguing to the ear. Despite that, there is no sibilance to be heard with this pair.

TECHNICALITIES

The soundstage of the Hexa can be described as decent to average, with average width, height, and depth. However, the imaging is truly remarkable on this pair. It excels at precisely locating various elements within a track, effectively reproducing and separating the sounds of individual instruments. Furthermore, the details are highly resolving, and the transient response is impressively fast.

TEST TRACKS

CONCLUSION

Pros:

• decent neutral pair under $100
• impressive transient response
• resolving technicalities (imaging, separation, response)
• impressive bass albeit not a bass heavy one
• clean vocals 
• can be driven easily

Cons:

• not good for extended listening sessions
• treble can be a bit peaky
• soundstage is average
• build quality can be cheap

In conclusion, the Truthear Hexa offers a mixed bag of qualities. While its build quality may appear somewhat cheap, it takes a minimalist approach to design. In terms of sound, it delivers a neutral profile with an emphasis on midbass, clean and natural mids, and crisp treble. Its technical performance excels in imaging and detail retrieval, though the soundstage is average. This pair is a decent option for those seeking a neutral sound under $100, but it may not be suitable for extended listening sessions due to potential treble fatigue.