Thieaudio Oracle MKIII VS EPZ 530
IEM Comparison: Expert & Community Scores Side-by-Side
Thieaudio Oracle MKIII and EPZ 530 use 2DD+2BA+2EST and 5BA driver setups respectively. Thieaudio Oracle MKIII costs $589 while EPZ 530 costs $700. EPZ 530 is $111 more expensive. Both score 7.7 from reviewers. Thieaudio Oracle MKIII has significantly better mids with a 1.3-point edge, Thieaudio Oracle MKIII has better treble with a 0.5-point edge and EPZ 530 has better dynamics with a 0.5-point edge.
Insights
| Metric | Thieaudio Oracle MKIII | EPZ 530 |
|---|---|---|
| Bass | 6.5 | 7.7 |
| Mids | 7.3 | 6 |
| Treble | 6.5 | 6 |
| Details | 7.5 | 7.7 |
| Soundstage | 7 | 7 |
| Imaging | 7.3 | 7.7 |
| Dynamics | 6.5 | 7 |
| Gaming capabilities | 7.1 | 6.6 |
Thieaudio Oracle MKIII Aggregated Review Score
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EPZ 530 Aggregated Review Score
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Thieaudio Oracle MKIII Details
Driver Configuration: 2DD+2BA+2EST
Tuning Type: Neutral with bass boost
Price (Msrp): $589
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EPZ 530 Details
Driver Configuration: 5BA
Tuning Type: n/a
Price (Msrp): $700
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Thieaudio Oracle MKIII Gaming Score
Gaming Score & Grade
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Gaming Score
7.1Gaming Grade
A-EPZ 530 Gaming Score
Gaming Score & Grade
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Gaming Score
6.6Gaming Grade
B+Thieaudio Oracle MKIII 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
A-- Competent technical presentation. Handles separation and detail well in most tracks, with modest soundstage and acceptable imaging capabilities.
EPZ 530 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
A-- Competent technical presentation. Handles separation and detail well in most tracks, with modest soundstage and acceptable imaging capabilities.
Thieaudio Oracle MKIII Reviews
Thieaudio Oracle MKIII reviewed by:
Fresh Reviews
6*
* The score of this reviewer influences only the Gaming Score
Stronger in Fortnite and COD vs other titlesFresh Reviews original ranking
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Thieaudio Oracle MKIII reviewed by: Z-Reviews
9
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Thieaudio Oracle MKIII reviewed by: Super* Review
8*
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A step in the right direction compared to mk2. I like this as much as the mk1. Solid all-rounder, good sense of separation.Super* Review original ranking
Super* Review Youtube Channel
Thieaudio Oracle MKIII reviewed by: Jays Audio
7.5
Reviewer Score
Great bass texture, much better than predecessors, smooth and slightly airy giving it a sizzly timbre, great layering/separation, vocals are slightly laid back but not gone, very balanced across frequencies, monitor like, great all-rounder, and pretty safe - although not very dynamic and "fun". Azla clear tips gives a detail boost. Jays Audio Youtube Channel
Thieaudio Oracle MKIII reviewed by: Precogvision
6.3
Reviewer Score
Pretty detailed but sounds incoherent, particularly in the treble, which also seems exaggerated in a bad way. Precogvision Youtube Channel
Thieaudio Oracle MKIII reviewed by: Jaytiss
8.4
Reviewer Score
It's like a Pilgrim OG with EST. It's kinda cool. Jaytiss Youtube Channel
Thieaudio Oracle MKIII reviewed by: Shuwa-T
7.1
Reviewer Score
Midrange has a tinge of warmth, likely from the greater emphasis in lower mids Bass definition and treble remains unrefined as with the Hype 2 and Hype 4
Thieaudio Oracle MKIII reviewed by: IEMRanking AI
2025-07-06
7.6
Reviewer Score
The ThieAudio Oracle MKIII presents a divisive tonal character that splits listener opinions. Its bass response, driven by dual dynamic drivers in an IMPACT2 subwoofer configuration, offers textured sub-bass rumble but some find mid-bass impact lacking resolution and physical slam. The treble performance proves particularly contentious, with Sonion EST drivers delivering exceptional air and extension for some, while others perceive it as unnatural or tinny due to peaks around 6kHz and coherency challenges between driver types.
Technically, the MKIII excels in spacious staging and precise instrument separation, creating a holographic presentation that rivals open-back headphones. The midrange maintains good clarity with natural timbre, though vocal positioning leans spacious rather than intimate. Comfort proves excellent for medium-to-large ears due to its ergonomic resin shells, but the size may challenge those with smaller ear anatomy.
EPZ 530 Reviews
EPZ 530 reviewed by: Z-Reviews
8
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EPZ 530 reviewed by: Jays Audio
7.5
Reviewer Score
Great set for jazz/blues/soul/acoustic. Thick and lush. Warm but with nice treble extension. Solid tech. Vocals can be overly husky and buried in busier songs. Jays Audio Youtube Channel
EPZ 530 reviewed by: Jaytiss
7.5
Reviewer Score
It does some things very well. Very good item. Jaytiss Youtube Channel
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