Thieaudio Oracle VS ThieAudio Prestige LTD
IEM Comparison: Expert & Community Scores Side-by-Side
Thieaudio Oracle and ThieAudio Prestige LTD use 1DD+2BA+2EST and 1DD+4BA+4EST driver setups respectively. Thieaudio Oracle costs $540 while ThieAudio Prestige LTD costs $1,300. ThieAudio Prestige LTD is $760 more expensive. ThieAudio Prestige LTD holds a decisive 1.1-point edge in reviewer scores (7.1 vs 8.3). ThieAudio Prestige LTD has better bass with a 0.9-point edge, ThieAudio Prestige LTD has significantly better treble with a 1-point edge, ThieAudio Prestige LTD has significantly better dynamics with a 1.3-point edge, ThieAudio Prestige LTD has significantly better soundstage with a 1-point edge, ThieAudio Prestige LTD has significantly better details with a 1.2-point edge and ThieAudio Prestige LTD has significantly better imaging with a 1.7-point edge.
Insights
| Metric | Thieaudio Oracle | ThieAudio Prestige LTD |
|---|---|---|
| Bass | 6.6 | 7.5 |
| Mids | 7.6 | 7.8 |
| Treble | 6.8 | 7.8 |
| Details | 6.2 | 7.3 |
| Soundstage | 7 | 8 |
| Imaging | 5.8 | 7.5 |
| Dynamics | 5 | 6.3 |
| Tonality | 7.4 | 7.8 |
| Technicalities | 6.7 | 7.8 |
Thieaudio Oracle Aggregated Review Score
Average Reviewer Scores
Average Reviewer Score:
7.1Generally Favorable
ThieAudio Prestige LTD Aggregated Review Score
Average Reviewer Scores
Average Reviewer Score:
8.3Very Positive
Reviews Comparison
Thieaudio Oracle reviewed by Jays Audio
7.5
Reviewer Score
Jays Audio Youtube Channel
ThieAudio Prestige LTD reviewed by Jays Audio
9
Reviewer Score
Prestige LTD prioritizes an airy, open stage with standout layering and separation. Bass is more pushed back than on the Monarch MK3—lighter slam and impact, but cleaner integration that supports the sense of space. This balance suits busy genres like rock, metal, and classical where instrument delineation matters more than sheer punch. Against the Hype 2, the LTD feels similar in overall bass quantity yet is clearly more resolving and controlled.
In the mids and treble, the LTD steps forward with sharper note definition, micro-detail retrieval, and noticeably better extension. Vocals sit a touch further back versus MK3 but gain sparkle and air, making female voices especially captivating. Treble is both smooth and well-extended, anchoring the image within that wide, breathable stage. All three sets handle moderate listening levels well, but the LTD’s top-end finesse and staging coherence are its calling cards.
Value-wise, the LTD delivers a bigger technical jump over Hype 2 than MK3 does (roughly 25–30% vs. 15–20% by the video’s framing), and earns an overall S-tier verdict. For listeners seeking an “endgame” that favors air, detail, and stage organization—and who don’t need a bass-forward tilt—the Prestige LTD makes a compelling centerpiece. Pairing it with a more all-rounder-leaning set (e.g., Hype 2/Red) covers bass-centric moods while letting the LTD shine where it’s strongest.
Jays Audio Youtube Channel
Thieaudio Oracle reviewed by Jaytiss
7.3
Reviewer Score
Jaytiss Youtube Channel
ThieAudio Prestige LTD reviewed by Jaytiss
8
Reviewer Score
Jaytiss Youtube Channel
Thieaudio Oracle reviewed by Shuwa-T
7.3
Reviewer Score
ThieAudio Prestige LTD reviewed by Shuwa-T
7.9
Reviewer Score
Thieaudio Oracle reviewed by Nymz
5.6
Reviewer Score
ThieAudio Prestige LTD reviewed by Nymz
7.3
Reviewer Score
Thieaudio Oracle (more reviews)
Thieaudio Oracle reviewed by Super* Review
8*
* score normalized
Thieaudio Oracle reviewed by Tim Tuned
8
Reviewer Score
Tim Tuned Youtube Channel
Thieaudio Oracle reviewed by Audionotions
7.5
Reviewer Score
Thieaudio Oracle reviewed by Crin
7.5
Reviewer Score
Crin Youtube Channel
Thieaudio Oracle reviewed by Precogvision
5.5
Reviewer Score
Precogvision Youtube Channel
ThieAudio Prestige LTD (more reviews)
ThieAudio Prestige LTD reviewed by Z-Reviews
10
* score normalized
Explodes with a grand, hall-sized soundstage, a sense of space that feels like giant speakers in a living venue—wide, towering, and immersive. The tuning hits a sweet spot of aggressive low end with smooth, creamy mids that remain musical rather than clinical, trading microscopic edge for sheer scale and emotional sweep. Compared against Monarch Mk3, technicalities may be tidier on the Monarch, yet Prestige LTD delivers the “big room” presentation that steals the show; versus Monarch MkII, it’s the more thrilling, cinematic listen. Vocals lock center with vivid placement while ambient details bloom far beyond the ears, turning familiar tracks into rediscoveries.
Specs and quirks matter here: a 1DD + 4BA + 4EST array around $1,300–$1,400, and it’s impossibly hard to drive—expects medium to high gain and rewards power with scale. Fit is large like the Monarch line; getting a tight seal is crucial. Accessories are minimal, stock cable is fine, and tip choice won’t tank the tuning. Aesthetics impress with that shimmering back-ring and numbered “Prestige Limited” plate. Measurements be damned—depth pushes some micro-edges “farther away,” but the payoff is size, drama, and romance. As a statement of taste, this is the GOAT for those who crave vast staging, chesty kick impact, and a show-stopping, overwhelming musical experience that can make other IEMs feel small.
Z-Reviews Youtube Channel
ThieAudio Prestige LTD reviewed by Bad Guy Good Audio
8.1
Reviewer Score
ThieAudio Prestige LTD sits near the top of the pile because it just doesn’t do anything wrong. Bass has real weight without bloat, the mids stay clean, and treble keeps it crisp without getting sharp. It plays a broad library without tripping over genres or recordings—no weird peaks, no sucked-out zones. Call it a true all-rounder: balanced, controlled, and reliable.
Stacked against the rest of ThieAudio’s hits, Prestige LTD holds its own. For hip-hop, rock, and R&B, it pairs with Origin as the go-to because it delivers punch and texture while keeping vocals—male or female—front and center. Monarch MK3 might trace a bit more mid-bass on paper, but the LTD/Origin combo simply replays better. If the brief is ultra-clean mids for classical or lighter bass needs, OG Monarch takes that lane; for value, Oracle MK3 is strong. But for one set to cover almost everything with confidence, Prestige LTD is the pick.
Bad Guy Good Audio original ranking
Bad Guy Good Audio Youtube ChannelThieAudio Prestige LTD reviewed by Smirk Audio
7.6
Reviewer Score
Thieaudio Oracle Details
Driver Configuration: 1DD+2BA+2EST
Tuning Type: Bright neutral
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Brand: ThieAudio Top ThieAudio IEMs
Price (Msrp): $540
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ThieAudio Prestige LTD Details
Driver Configuration: 1DD+4BA+4EST
Tuning Type: n/a
Brand: ThieAudio Top ThieAudio IEMs
Price (Msrp): $1,300
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Thieaudio Oracle Gaming Score
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6.4Gaming Grade
BThieAudio Prestige LTD Gaming Score
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6.8Gaming Grade
B+Thieaudio Oracle Scorings
Average Technical & Tuning Grades
Average Tunign Grade
A-- Pleasing tonal balance with good technical control. Minor quirks present but not distracting. Demonstrates decent genre versatility.
Average Technical Grade
B+- Satisfactory technical performance. Handles basic detail retrieval adequately in most tracks. Maintains reasonable cohesion in simpler arrangements.
ThieAudio Prestige LTD Scorings
Average Technical & Tuning Grades
Average Tunign Grade
A- Well-executed tonal character. No major flaws with good technical control. Smooth presentation works with multiple genres.
Average Technical Grade
A- Good technical performance. Clear separation and decent detail retrieval across various tracks. Soundstage shows reasonable width and depth.
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