TRUTHEAR TRUTHEAR GATE In-ear Monitor
The TRUTHEAR GATE pairs clean, articulate vocals with a smooth, non-fatiguing balance, adding punchy sub-bass warmth without crowding its surprisingly open stage. Prime Audio Reviews highlights its cohesive, reference-leaning poise, agile decay and impressive budget-level detail. With a comfortable fit and an excellent stock cable, it is a remarkably polished everyday in-ear monitor.
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Nicely Roasted
Sound Quality
88/100
Fit Comfort Isolation
80/100
Build Accessories
82/100
Value for Money
95/100
Pros
Clean, spacious midrange presents vocals with strong clarity and articulation while retaining adequate male-vocal richness.
Punchy sub-bass and agile driver decay preserve a surprisingly open, wide soundstage.
Smooth, non-harsh treble and cohesive tuning make for easy, fatigue-free listening.
Comfortable fit, generous six-pair tip selection, and an unusually capable stock cable strengthen its ultra-budget value.
Cons
Treble can sound dry and lacks the radiance or sparkle that adds excitement and air.
Imaging is decent but not especially holographic or deeply three-dimensional.
The attractive shells feel somewhat lightweight and flimsy.
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What Reviewers Are Saying
SOUND QUALITY PERFORMANCE 88/100
The GATE is described as a mature, cohesive and easy-listening budget IEM with a near-reference demeanor tempered by a little warmth and sub-bass fun. Its clean, articulate midrange and open presentation stand out, while the smooth but slightly dry treble and only moderate image depth keep it from being an all-round technical leader.
Bass
89/100
Prime Audio Reviews finds enhanced sub-bass gives the otherwise disciplined tuning a welcome hint of playfulness. Bass also delivers a satisfying punch, though the review does not suggest an especially weighty or heavily emphasized low end.
Midrange
91/100
The midrange is described as clean, spacious and smooth, with a natural note size and a little body carried over from the bass. Vocals are clear and articulate, while male voices retain sufficient richness and density despite not being especially forceful.
Treble
84/100
Treble is smooth and free from harshness, supporting the GATE's relaxed and coherent presentation. The trade-off is a dry character with limited radiance, and the reviewer wanted more sparkle and excitement.
Resolution Separation
87/100
Clarity and detail are considered impressive without relying on aggressive brightness. Resolution is competitive among similarly priced IEMs, although it understandably does not match more expensive models.
Soundstage Imaging
87/100
Despite its punchy mid-bass, the GATE maintains a surprisingly open and wide soundstage. Imaging is serviceable rather than holographic, so it conveys space well without delivering especially deep three-dimensional placement.
Dynamics Coherence
88/100
The tuning is praised as cohesive, mature and easy on the ears rather than disjointed or overly analytical. Driver agility and rapid decay help preserve openness, clarity and definition through the mix.
FIT COMFORT ISOLATION PERFORMANCE 80/100
The reviewer calls the GATE comfortable, and the included selection of six silicone tip pairs should give users useful fitting options. The available review offers little direct evidence on seal consistency during movement or on passive noise isolation.
Seal Stability
75/100
Six pairs of silicone tips provide some scope to find a secure fit. However, the review does not directly discuss insertion security, seal retention, or tonal changes caused by fit.
Comfort
88/100
Prime Audio Reviews directly describes the GATE as comfortable. There is no reported issue with shell pressure, nozzle discomfort, or fatigue during use.
Isolation
75/100
The review does not provide a meaningful assessment of passive isolation. Potential buyers wanting substantial commuting or stage isolation should seek further fit-specific reports.
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Build Accessories
82/100
The package includes six pairs of silicone tips, a vinyl storage pouch and an unusually well-regarded cable for the price. The twisted glossy-black cable is said to handle well, but the earpieces themselves are described as somewhat flimsy and cheap-feeling despite their attractive appearance.
Value for Money
95/100
At roughly $20, and potentially less during sales, Prime Audio Reviews considers the GATE very difficult to fault as a purchase. The reviewer calls it a really good IEM and says buyers cannot go wrong at its asking price.
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Specifications
- Driver
- 10mm Dynamic Driver
- Diaphragm Material
- Carbon LCP Dome Composite Ultra-thin PU Diaphragm
- Impedance
- 28±0⁵@1kHz
- Sensitivity
- 122dB/Vrms@1KHz
- Total Harmonic Distortion
- THD≤1%@1kHz (94dB)
- Frequency Response Range
- 10-45kHz (IEC61094, Free Field)
- Effective Frequency Response Range
- 20-20KHz (IEC60318-4, -3dB)
Manufacturer's Description — TRUTHEAR
GATE, cost-effective dynamic driver in-ear headphone, Adopting N52 magnet double-cavity internal magnetic circuit dynamic driver, with a brand-new carbon LCP high-rigidity diaphragm
GATE, cost-effective dynamic driver in-ear headphone
Adopting N52 magnet double-cavity internal magnetic circuit dynamic driver, with a brand-new carbon LCP high-rigidity diaphragm
Brand-new cavity ID design, High quality oxygen-free copper cable, Excellent objective indicators
GATE is designed as a cost-effective and comfortable IEM. Its appearance has been redesigned, the weight of the cavity has been reduced, and the diaphragm and acoustic structure of driver has been further optimized. Meanwhile, GATE uses 0.78mm 2pin interchangeable design for convenience and expanded playability.
Drivers:
Optimize the structure and diaphragm rigidity of driver, GATE uses a 10MM internal magnetic circuit dynamic driver with frontal-cavity filter optimization and diaphragm specialization.
Diaphragm: GATE uses a new carbon LCP diaphragm material, making it more rigid than the standard LCP diaphragm, improving high-frequency sensitivity. The ultra-thin PU further enhances the bass texture and ensures safe diaphragm operation.
Structure: The structural strength has been optimized to fully utilize the acoustic characteristics of the new diaphragm while minimizing the deformation of the 10mm speaker during metal stamping. This ensures consistent production and acoustics.
Coil: A large CCAW ultra-thin coil is used to ensure a lightweight and reliable suspension system.
Excellent Objective Indicators
The GATE features a brand-new diaphragm material and optimized acoustic structure, resulting in minimal linear distortion and improved high-frequency extension compared to previous models. It ensures excellent frequency-amplitude response with HRTF characteristics, delivering a balanced, durable, and enjoyable sound with reasonable bass gains.
Furthermore, the GATE exhibits exceptional nonlinear distortion, with measured distortion in most frequency bands being less than 0.2% under non-anechoic room and 104dB SPL. This results in a clean background and allows for personalized adjustments using EQ without any negative effects.
Brand-New ID Design, Snug Fit
The GATE's cavity design has been fine-tuned based on HOLA, further optimizing the appearance with a transparent faceplate. The PC+ABS composite injection cavity not only ensures overall lightweight, but also provides a stable and reliable size and structure. In addition, GATE has brand-new ear-tips for admirable listening and maintains the short-size eartips to minimize the in-ears' uncomfortable effect. All these efforts are aimed at delivering a better audio experience.
High-Quality Oxygen-Free Cable
GATE ships with multi-core high-quality oxygen-free copper cable, 2pin thick-twisted-pair with high-quality cable-skin for a tangle-free experience, and combines with universal 0.78mm 2pin socket (the cavity is female sunken type) for a convenient and reliable usage.
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- Headphone Zone — online and in-store — Laxmi Industrial Estate, Maharashtra, India (website)
- Headphones.com — online and in-store — Portland, Oregon, United States (website)
- Shenzhenaudio — online and in-store — Long Gang Qu, Guang Dong Sheng, China (website)
- Star Picker — in-store — Sea Park, Selangor, Malaysia (website)