--- product_id: 634518848 title: "TRUTHEAR GATE Dynamic Driver In-Ear Headphone 3.5mm Interchangeable Headphone Cable (Black, No Mic)" brand: "truthear" price: "R675" currency: ZAR in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Truthear" url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/634518848-truthear-gate-dynamic-driver-in-ear-headphone-3-5mm-interchangeable store_origin: ZA region: South Africa --- # 122 dB sensitivity 10mm dynamic driver 0.78mm 2-pin interchangeable cable TRUTHEAR GATE Dynamic Driver In-Ear Headphone 3.5mm Interchangeable Headphone Cable (Black, No Mic) **Brand:** truthear **Price:** R675 **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Summary > 🎢 Unlock sonic clarity and style without breaking the bank! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** TRUTHEAR GATE Dynamic Driver In-Ear Headphone 3.5mm Interchangeable Headphone Cable (Black, No Mic) by truthear - **How much does it cost?** R675 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/634518848-truthear-gate-dynamic-driver-in-ear-headphone-3-5mm-interchangeable) ## Best For - truthear enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted truthear brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - β€’ **Plug-and-Play 3.5mm Jack:** Universal compatibility with smartphones, laptops, and audio gearβ€”no adapters needed, just pure sound. - β€’ **Modular Interchangeable Cable:** Swap or upgrade your 0.78mm 2-pin OFC cable effortlessly for ultimate convenience and durability. - β€’ **Lightweight Transparent Design:** Sleek PC+ABS composite shell with a transparent faceplate ensures all-day comfort and standout style. - β€’ **Balanced V-Shaped Sound Signature:** Enjoy enhanced sub-bass and clear mids tailored to the Harman target curve for immersive listening. - β€’ **Precision-Tuned 10mm Dynamic Driver:** Experience crisp highs and punchy bass with a carbon LCP diaphragm engineered for minimal distortion. ## Overview The TRUTHEAR GATE In-Ear Headphones feature a 10mm dynamic driver with a carbon LCP diaphragm delivering a balanced V-shaped sound profile. With a detachable 0.78mm 2-pin oxygen-free copper cable and lightweight transparent PC+ABS housing, these wired 3.5mm headphones offer comfort, durability, and easy compatibility across devices. Ideal for millennials seeking high-quality audio on a budget, the GATE ensures minimal distortion, excellent sensitivity (122 dB), and a refined listening experience with a modern aesthetic. ## Description Buy TRUTHEAR GATE Dynamic Driver In-Ear Headphone 3.5mm Interchangeable Headphone Cable (Black, No Mic): Earbud Headphones - desertcart.com βœ“ FREE DELIVERY possible on eligible purchases Review: Budget-friendly IEMs with light V-shaped sound signature - The Truthear Gate IEMs are budget-friendly in-ear monitors priced around $20. They feature a 10mm dynamic driver with a carbon LCP diaphragm. I feel these have a comfortable fit, good tonal balance (aligned with Harman target tuning), and clean sound quality. While not exceptional in technical performance, they are should be considered a solid choice for their price range. The Truthear Gate IEMs have a light V-shaped sound signature. This means they offer a slight emphasis on the bass and treble regions, while maintaining a relatively neutral midrange. The sub-bass is enhanced, adding depth and a touch of fun, while the midrange remains clean and spacious with a hint of brightness in the upper mids. The treble is inoffensive, providing clarity and detail without being harsh. Here's a breakdown: - Driver: 10mm dynamic driver with a carbon LCP diaphragm. - Sound Signature: Light V-shaped, with enhanced sub-bass, clean mids, and smooth treble. - Frequency Response: 10 Hz to 45 kHz. - Impedance: 28Ξ©, making them easy to drive. - Sensitivity: 122 dB, ensuring good volume levels even with low-power sources. - Build: Clear acrylic faceplates with a lightweight design for comfort. - Cable: Detachable 2-pin 0.78mm OFC cable. - Accessories: Includes six pairs of silicone eartips and a vinyl carrying pouch. The Truthear Gate IEMs are a budget-friendly option with a solid set of features and performance. I feel they have a good clarity and detail retrieval, though the treble can feel slightly dry, and the lower mids may lack some body. Review: Perfect sound, zero distortion, stock tips might not seal with thin sidewall they have. - Amazing, but stock tips have a thin sidewall so might not fit well. I use the Dunu S&S tips and they seal much better. If you hear upper mids that sound thin or borderline shouty, it's not the IEMs, your not getting a complete seal. These are reference quality with such low distortion measured at Audiosciencereview I can't believe they sell for peanuts. Sound isolation is not great with the plastic shells though. I'm going to try cutting a few layers of electrical tape, or automotive matte black vinyl wrap to coat the outer panel to see if isolation gets better. An Apple 3.5mm USB adapter is all you need with these. A low noise floor is most important. I have an audio equipment business, and keeping these as a reference for what zero distortion sounds like. Group delay is so clean, for gaming with sound effects like explosions they're really great. The only pair I have that's better is the Topping Hane, but they cost 5 times more. These are the best IEMs under that though. Just wish they had denser outer case material instead of plastic, but hope that will be easily remedied with a few coats of electrical tape cut in the shape needed. I'd post a photo, but I really don't want to stop listening to them :) ## Features - Adopting N52 magnet double-cavity internal magnetic circuit dynamic driver, with a brand-new carbon LCP high-rigidity diaphragm.Brand-new cavity lD 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. - 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. - 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. lt ensures excellent frequency-amplitude response with HRTF characteristics, delivering a balanced, durable, and enjoyable sound with reasonable bass gains. - 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 theseefforts are aimed at delivering a better audio experience. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B0D5R27725 | | Additional Features | Replaceable headphone cable | | Age Range Description | Adult | | Antenna Location | Music, Gaming, Recording, Calling | | Audio Driver Size | 10 Millimeters | | Audio Driver Type | Dynamic Driver | | Best Sellers Rank | #4,549 in Electronics ( See Top 100 in Electronics ) #403 in Earbud & In-Ear Headphones | | Brand Name | TRUTHEAR | | Built-In Media | GATE Headphone *1, storage bag *1, earbud cover *6 pairs | | Cable Features | Retractable | | Color | Black | | Compatible Devices | Cellphones, Tablets, Laptops, Desktops, and Other Audio Devices | | Connectivity Technology | Wired | | Control Method | Remote | | Customer Package Type | FFP | | Customer Reviews | 4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (246) | | Earpiece Shape | Rounded tip | | Enclosure Material | Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS), Polycarbonate (PC) | | Frequency Range | 10-45kHz | | Headphone Folding Features | In Ear | | Headphone Jack | 3.5 mm Jack | | Headphones Ear Placement | In Ear | | Impedance | 28 Ohms | | Is Autographed | No | | Item Weight | 0.13 Kilograms | | Manufacturer | TRUTHEAR | | Model Name | TRUTHEAR GATE | | Model Number | GATE | | Noise Control | None | | Number of Items | 1 | | Series Number | 1 | | Specific Uses For Product | Music | | Warranty Description | 1 Year Manufacturer | ## Product Details - **Brand:** TRUTHEAR - **Color:** Black - **Ear Placement:** In Ear - **Form Factor:** In Ear - **Impedance:** 28 Ohms ## Images ![TRUTHEAR GATE Dynamic Driver In-Ear Headphone 3.5mm Interchangeable Headphone Cable (Black, No Mic) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51-Sz9OCVTL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Color, Size** options. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Budget-friendly IEMs with light V-shaped sound signature *by C***L on April 30, 2025* The Truthear Gate IEMs are budget-friendly in-ear monitors priced around $20. They feature a 10mm dynamic driver with a carbon LCP diaphragm. I feel these have a comfortable fit, good tonal balance (aligned with Harman target tuning), and clean sound quality. While not exceptional in technical performance, they are should be considered a solid choice for their price range. The Truthear Gate IEMs have a light V-shaped sound signature. This means they offer a slight emphasis on the bass and treble regions, while maintaining a relatively neutral midrange. The sub-bass is enhanced, adding depth and a touch of fun, while the midrange remains clean and spacious with a hint of brightness in the upper mids. The treble is inoffensive, providing clarity and detail without being harsh. Here's a breakdown: - Driver: 10mm dynamic driver with a carbon LCP diaphragm. - Sound Signature: Light V-shaped, with enhanced sub-bass, clean mids, and smooth treble. - Frequency Response: 10 Hz to 45 kHz. - Impedance: 28Ξ©, making them easy to drive. - Sensitivity: 122 dB, ensuring good volume levels even with low-power sources. - Build: Clear acrylic faceplates with a lightweight design for comfort. - Cable: Detachable 2-pin 0.78mm OFC cable. - Accessories: Includes six pairs of silicone eartips and a vinyl carrying pouch. The Truthear Gate IEMs are a budget-friendly option with a solid set of features and performance. I feel they have a good clarity and detail retrieval, though the treble can feel slightly dry, and the lower mids may lack some body. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Perfect sound, zero distortion, stock tips might not seal with thin sidewall they have. *by D***G on December 1, 2025* Amazing, but stock tips have a thin sidewall so might not fit well. I use the Dunu S&S tips and they seal much better. If you hear upper mids that sound thin or borderline shouty, it's not the IEMs, your not getting a complete seal. These are reference quality with such low distortion measured at Audiosciencereview I can't believe they sell for peanuts. Sound isolation is not great with the plastic shells though. I'm going to try cutting a few layers of electrical tape, or automotive matte black vinyl wrap to coat the outer panel to see if isolation gets better. An Apple 3.5mm USB adapter is all you need with these. A low noise floor is most important. I have an audio equipment business, and keeping these as a reference for what zero distortion sounds like. Group delay is so clean, for gaming with sound effects like explosions they're really great. The only pair I have that's better is the Topping Hane, but they cost 5 times more. These are the best IEMs under that though. Just wish they had denser outer case material instead of plastic, but hope that will be easily remedied with a few coats of electrical tape cut in the shape needed. I'd post a photo, but I really don't want to stop listening to them :) ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great V-shape budget IEM *by P***Y on May 18, 2025* Great value for the money; Treble is maybe a hair forward. Bsss is clean and present without being overdone, but slightly splattering on Self Love and a little muddy on GTIG. Slight occlusion effect with silence. Good reproduction and detail; a tiny bit of warble on the treble on some tracks. Good right-to left soundstage, no rotation. Great male vocals, female too. Both stand out with the mids and have correct timbre. Layer seperation is good, not great. I really like the ways these look, with the unconventional transparent shell They feel like cheap plastic, and the cable is strangely plasticky if reasonably nicely braided for this price point. Overall, nice unit for $20. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - πŸ›’ **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** β€” Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** β€” Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - πŸ’° **No Hidden Fees** β€” All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - πŸ”„ **15-Day Free Returns** β€” Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - πŸ”’ **Secure Payments** β€” Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** β€” Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/634518848-truthear-gate-dynamic-driver-in-ear-headphone-3-5mm-interchangeable](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/634518848-truthear-gate-dynamic-driver-in-ear-headphone-3-5mm-interchangeable) --- *Product available on Desertcart South Africa* *Store origin: ZA* *Last updated: 2026-04-25*