Thieaudio Origin VS FATFreq Scarlet Mini
IEM Comparison: Expert & Community Scores Side-by-Side
Thieaudio Origin and FATFreq Scarlet Mini use 1DD+4BA+2EST+1BC and 1DD+2BA driver setups respectively. Thieaudio Origin costs $849 while FATFreq Scarlet Mini costs $800. Thieaudio Origin is $49 more expensive. Thieaudio Origin holds a decisive 1.4-point edge in reviewer scores (7.8 vs 6.5). Thieaudio Origin has significantly better bass with a 1.5-point edge, Thieaudio Origin has significantly better mids with a 2.5-point edge, Thieaudio Origin has better treble with a 0.5-point edge, Thieaudio Origin has significantly better dynamics with a 3-point edge and Thieaudio Origin has significantly better soundstage with a 1-point edge.
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| Metric | Thieaudio Origin | FATFreq Scarlet Mini |
|---|---|---|
| Bass | 9 | 7.5 |
| Mids | 8 | 5.5 |
| Treble | 6.5 | 6 |
| Details | 7.8 | 7 |
| Soundstage | 8 | 7 |
| Imaging | 7.8 | 6.5 |
| Dynamics | 9 | 6 |
| Tonality | 8.1 | 6.5 |
| Technicalities | 7 | 6.1 |
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Thieaudio Origin Details
Driver Configuration: 1DD+4BA+2EST+1BC
Tuning Type: Bass-Heavy Balanced
Brand: ThieAudio Top ThieAudio IEMs
Price (Msrp): $849
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FATFreq Scarlet Mini Details
Driver Configuration: 1DD+2BA
Tuning Type: Bass
Price (Msrp): $800
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Thieaudio Origin Gaming Score
Gaming Score & Grade
- The gaming score is prioritizing technical capabilities of the IEM (Separation, Layering, Soundstage) and good value.
Gaming Score
7Gaming Grade
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Gaming Score & Grade
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Gaming Score
5.7Gaming Grade
B-Thieaudio Origin Scorings
Average Technical & Tuning Grades
Average Tunign Grade
A+- Refined execution with coherent frequency integration. Natural timbre reproduction and engaging presentation. Strong versatility.
Average Technical Grade
A-- Competent technical presentation. Handles separation and detail well in most tracks, with modest soundstage and acceptable imaging capabilities.
FATFreq Scarlet Mini Scorings
Average Technical & Tuning Grades
Average Tunign Grade
B+- Generally enjoyable tonal character with some noticeable unevenness. Maintains listenability while showing room for refinement in frequency balance.
Average Technical Grade
B- Satisfactory technical performance. Handles basic detail retrieval adequately in most tracks. Maintains reasonable cohesion in simpler arrangements.
Thieaudio Origin Reviews
8.5
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8.5
Reviewer Score
Best bassy set under $1K. Bassy/thicker meta tuning. You can actually feel the reverb and vibration from the bone conduction drivers, great control and low-end texture. Mids and treble are also well extended with no major issues, although it can get sharp at times with the snares/electronic stuff ie, past 3:30 on Time by Hikaru Utada. Jays Audio Youtube Channel
8.5
Reviewer Score
Great set, has a lot of positives and is amazing on bass tracks. Jaytiss Youtube Channel
7*
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7
Reviewer Score
Mega bass additiveness Bass too much Tim Tuned Youtube Channel
6*
* score normalized
Interesting sound. It becomes it's own thing. Fit is not great.Super* Review original ranking
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8.5
Reviewer Score
The Thieaudio Origin delivers a bass-forward signature with a substantial 12dB sub-bass boost that provides visceral rumble and slam, particularly effective for electronic or hip-hop genres. Despite this emphasis, the neutral midrange avoids bloat, preserving vocal clarity and instrument separation, while the electrostatic drivers contribute a smooth, airy treble free from harshness or sibilance. Its technical performance is strong, offering a wide, holographic stage and precise imaging, though micro-detail retrieval falls slightly short of some competitors in its price tier.
Comfort is divisive due to the large shells, which may cause fatigue or fit issues for those with smaller ears, necessitating careful tip selection for optimal seal. The package includes a high-quality modular cable with swappable terminations (3.5mm/4.4mm) and a distinctive round Alcantara case, though the included ear tips may not suit all users.
FATFreq Scarlet Mini Reviews
7
Reviewer Score
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7
Reviewer Score
Holy Bass! Unabashedly colored listen with heathenistic amounts of bass elevation and physicality. Man does this thing punch. Vocals and instruments can sound subdued a little bit unless you turn the volume up a bit which pushes the bass into guilty pleasure territory and beyond. You have to love bass but if you do, you'll love this set. Good details. Good separation. Timbre is pretty good for most instruments. Treble can be a bit unnatural but not offensively so. It's not for everyone, but bassheads will be hardpressed to find anything better without breaking the bank (even more). Tour Unit
6
Reviewer Score
Crap ton of sub-bass but still very well-controlled (for the most part). No mud or mid-bass bloat, uppermids/treble are smoother than Maestro Mini, still somewhat balanced without having the low-end overtake. Vocals do distort sometimes as the sub-bass can bleed into it. Deuce better. Jays Audio Youtube Channel
5.8
Reviewer Score
Ohh this set is a special love affair with BASS. Not Neutral lol. Jaytiss Youtube Channel
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