After using the Tranya Nova, my takeaway is that for a 10,000 yen pair of earphones, the noise canceling and sound quality are simply too good.
They also come with all the features you’d want, such as wireless charging, a gaming mode, and ambient sound mode; and most importantly, the fact that they support multipoint is a welcome bonus!
The only real downsides are that equalizer settings are essential and the in-house ads that appear when you open the app are annoying. Aside from that, I feel these are high-value, fully wireless earphones that I can recommend to most people!
Pochipp
- Please note that the listed price may differ from the actual price. Please be sure to confirm the final price at the time of purchase.
In particular, prices are highly likely to change during sales, so please check accordingly.
- Top-level sound quality in this price range
- High sound resolution and clarity
- Equipped with Tranya’s proprietary SonicMax technology
- Supports aptX Adaptive
- Noise canceling (ANC) that is incredibly effective for under 10,000 yen
- Supports ambient sound mode, wireless charging, and gaming mode
- Supports multipoint!
- Clear voice calls possible
- 12-month + 3-month warranty
- Equalizer settings are essential
- In-house app ads at startup are annoying
- People looking for high-value earphones under 10,000 yen
- People looking for earphones with noise canceling that is exceptionally effective for the price
- People who want to enjoy high-resolution, clear sound for under 10,000 yen
Tranya Nova Basic Information
What kind of manufacturer is Tranya?
- A brand founded by a company based in Shenzhen, China
- Manufactures mainly earphones and smartwatches
- Focuses on research and development of proprietary technologies, such as Tranya’s own SonicMax technology
- Brand concept is to create high-value products
I have also reviewed the ‘Tranya Nova Lite’, an affordable version of the Tranya Nova.
Check the link below for details!
Specifications
| Codec | aptX Adaptive/SBC/AAC/LC3 (Planned support) | Color | Navy |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | Waterproof Rating | IPX5 |
| Type | In-ear | Driver | 12mm |
| Weight(Nominal) | Earphone (per side): Approx. 4.65g Including case: Approx. 44.4g | Actual Weight | Earphone (per side): Approx. 4.7g Including case: Approx. 44.2g (Measured by this site) |
| Playback Time | ・ANC off: Approx. 9 hours (earphones only) / Approx. 36 hours (with case) ・ANC on: Approx. 6 hours (earphones only) / Approx. 24 hours (with case) | Charging Time | Approx. 1.5 hours (earphones) / Approx. 1.5 hours (case via USB-C) / Approx. 3.5 hours (case via wireless charging) 10 minutes of charging provides 2 hours of use |
| Size | Case: 63mm (W) x 48mm (H) x 26mm (D) | Charging Method | USB Type-C / Wireless charging |
Ms.GadgetsIt’s great that they support wireless charging!
Mr.GadgetsAlso, they use the newly developed “QCC3072” Bluetooth SoC from Qualcomm, which provides better communication quality and power efficiency than previous chips.
| Noise Canceling | |
| Ambient Sound Mode | |
| Multipoint | |
| Auto-wear Detection | |
| Gaming Mode (Low Latency) | |
| Dedicated App |
Mr.GadgetsPersonally, I don’t need auto-wear detection, so I’m glad it’s not included (lol)
Pochipp
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Prices are especially likely to change during sales, so please check accordingly.
I explain how to choose earphones, what IPX is, and Bluetooth versions in detail in this article.
Accessories and Appearance
(M size was attached to the earphones; removed for the photo)
- Ear tips (S, M, L)
- USB-A to USB-C cable
- User manual
Ms.GadgetsThe overall design is simple and stylish, which is cool!
Mr.GadgetsHowever, it’s a shame that the material is prone to fingerprints.
Mr.GadgetsThey are properly technically compliant, so you can use them with peace of mind!
Pochipp
- Please note that the listed price may differ from the actual price. Please be sure to confirm the final price at the time of purchase.
In particular, prices are highly likely to change during sales, so please check accordingly.
Real-World Usage
Sound Quality… Quite good. High sound resolution!
I think the biggest feature of the Tranya Nova’s sound quality is its high resolution.
The treble resolution in particular is so high that you wouldn’t think it costs 10,000 yen.
Overall, you can enjoy clear sound with a slight lean towards bass.
The bass is quite deep and heavy, while the mids and highs are finished with a transparent sound.
Mr.GadgetsThe Tranya Nova is equipped with Tranya’s proprietary SonicMax™ technology, which seems to enhance sound clarity and separation, so that might be having a significant impact.
Equalizer settings are essential
Frankly speaking, it’s a waste to leave them at the default settings.
The sound is too flat, and it sounds quite muffled overall.
If you use the equalizer, I think your impression will change significantly.
Mr.GadgetsThere is a world of difference between using the equalizer and not using it.
I was surprised because there aren’t many earphones where the sound impression changes this much just by using an equalizer.
These four presets are provided.
Ms.GadgetsThese are pretty extreme and idiosyncratic equalizer settings, aren’t they (lol)
Mr.GadgetsCompatibility with the equalizer depends on the listener and the genre of music, so I can’t say for sure, but if you’re stuck, I recommend setting it to “Balanced.”
It might be a hassle, but personally, I recommend tweaking the custom EQ yourself to get closer to your ideal sound!
The fit is also quite good
(M size was attached to the unit; removed for the photo)
Ear tips in S, M, and L sizes are included, so I think most people will find a size that fits.
Mr.GadgetsI found the S size to be just right for me.
I know the fit varies from person to person, but personally, the fit was quite good.
Pochipp
- Please note that the listed price may differ from the actual price. Please be sure to confirm the final price at the time of purchase.
In particular, prices are highly likely to change during sales, so please check accordingly.
Supports aptX Adaptive!
Are you familiar with aptX Adaptive, a codec that enables high-resolution, high-quality audio playback and low latency?
| Codec | Features |
|---|---|
| SBC | The most standard codec. Basically, all devices support it. Sound quality and latency are standard, for better or worse. |
| AAC | Frequently used in Apple products like the iPhone. Android 8.0 and above basically support it. Lower latency and higher sound quality than SBC. |
| aptX | Mainly used in Android. Lower latency and higher sound quality than SBC/AAC. |
| aptX LL | LL stands for Low Latency. Even lower latency than aptX. Sound quality is equivalent to aptX, but it achieves ultra-low latency of less than 0.04 seconds. |
| aptX HD | Capable of high-resolution quality playback. Slightly more latency than aptX. |
| aptX Adaptive | A codec that stabilizes and lowers the latency of aptX HD. Changing from a fixed bitrate to a variable bitrate makes processing more stable and realizes lower latency. |
| LDAC | An ultra-high-quality codec developed by Sony. The highest sound quality among those introduced so far. Android 8.0 and above basically support it. Can switch between 3 sound quality modes, such as sound quality priority or connection priority mode. Higher latency than SBC. |
I explain codecs and other information regarding wireless earphones in this article.
Note that the iPhone does not support aptX Adaptive.
Most recent Android devices support it.
Noise canceling (ANC) that is incredibly effective for under 10,000 yen
Regarding noise canceling, it’s very effective.
Frankly, they easily outperform typical earphones that cost over 10,000 yen.
Mr.GadgetsI was truly surprised (lol)
Ms.GadgetsNumerically, it’s said to reach -43dB!
There is little discomfort, and I don’t notice surrounding sounds when riding the train and listening to music.
However, for some reason, the bass becomes slightly stronger when in noise canceling mode.
Ambient sound mode… Feels quite natural.
Ambient sound mode in this price range often unnaturally emphasizes surrounding sounds, but the Tranya Nova’s feels very natural.
Mr.GadgetsComparing when you take the earphones off versus ambient sound mode, there is a difference in volume, but there is little discomfort.
While you might hear surrounding voices more easily when listening to music if they were emphasized, it also makes things noisy, so I personally prefer the natural feel.
Pochipp
- Please note that the listed price may differ from the actual price. Please be sure to confirm the final price at the time of purchase.
In particular, prices are highly likely to change during sales, so please check accordingly.
Battery… Not short
The maximum playback time for the Tranya Nova is as follows:
ANC off: Approx. 9 hours (earphones only) / Approx. 36 hours (with case)
ANC on: Approx. 6 hours (earphones only) / Approx. 24 hours (with case)
Mr.GadgetsI use them continuously for long periods, so I feel they’re a bit lacking.
Well, I think they are perfectly fine for normal commuting to school or work!
Ms.GadgetsBy the way, they support wireless charging!
Supports multipoint, which is awesome!
The Tranya Nova supports multipoint and can connect to two Bluetooth devices simultaneously.
For up to two devices, you don’t need to disconnect or reconnect, and for example, you can answer calls on your smartphone while watching YouTube on your tablet.
Ms.GadgetsThis is very convenient!
Clear voice calls possible
They support cVc 8.0, so-called noise canceling for calls, and can deliver clear audio to the other party during calls.
The app is essential
As you can see, various settings are possible with the app.
Ms.GadgetsThe buttons on these earphones are a bit sensitive, so if that bothers you, try adjusting them!
Mr.GadgetsYou can’t perform firmware updates without the app, so it’s practically essential.
Pochipp
- Please note that the listed price may differ from the actual price. Please be sure to confirm the final price at the time of purchase.
Prices are especially likely to change during sales, so please check accordingly.
In-house ads at startup are annoying
Like this, a 3-second ad appears every time you open the app.
I don’t mind in-house ads, but it’s really ignoring usability.
Ms.GadgetsIt’s annoying to be forced to watch a 3-second in-house ad every time you open the app.
Supports gaming mode
As you can see from the app screen earlier, the Tranya Nova is equipped with a gaming mode.
Ms.GadgetsIt’s said to have ultra-low latency of under 40ms.
Comes with 12-month + 3-month warranty
As written in the user manual, the Tranya Nova comes with a 12-month warranty + a 3-month warranty that is automatically extended when you register for support, for a total of 15 months of warranty.
Ms.GadgetsBe careful, as you need to scan the QR code and fill out the form to extend it by 3 months.
Mr.GadgetsAlso, it seems the 3-month additional warranty won’t be applied if you don’t register within 14 days of purchasing the product.
Conclusion
If you’re picky about noise canceling for under 10,000 yen, this is the one!
My takeaway after using the Tranya Nova is that for a 10,000 yen pair of earphones, the noise canceling and sound quality are simply too good.
Mr.GadgetsThe -43dB noise canceling and solid sound quality backed by Tranya’s proprietary SonicMax™ technology and aptX Adaptive are attractive!
They also come with all the features you’d want, such as wireless charging, a gaming mode, and ambient sound mode; and most importantly, the fact that they support multipoint is a welcome bonus!
The only real downsides are that equalizer settings are essential and the in-house ads that appear when you open the app are annoying. Aside from that, I feel these are high-value, fully wireless earphones that I can recommend to most people!
Ms.GadgetsIf your budget is 10,000 yen, I think these are fine!
Pochipp
- Please note that the listed price may differ from the actual price. Please be sure to confirm the final price at the time of purchase.
In particular, prices are highly likely to change during sales, so please check accordingly.
- Top-level sound quality in this price range
- High sound resolution and clarity
- Equipped with Tranya’s proprietary SonicMax technology
- Supports aptX Adaptive
- Noise canceling (ANC) that is incredibly effective for under 10,000 yen
- Supports ambient sound mode, wireless charging, and gaming mode
- Supports multipoint!
- Clear voice calls possible
- 12-month + 3-month warranty
- Equalizer settings are essential
- In-house app ads at startup are annoying
Recommended for:
- People looking for high-value earphones under 10,000 yen
- People looking for earphones with noise canceling that is exceptionally effective for the price
- People who want to enjoy high-resolution, clear sound for under 10,000 yen
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