Thieaudio Origin VS EPZ 530
IEM Comparison: Expert & Community Scores Side-by-Side
Thieaudio Origin and EPZ 530 use 1DD+4BA+2EST+1BC and 5BA driver setups respectively. Thieaudio Origin costs $849 while EPZ 530 costs $700. Thieaudio Origin is $149 more expensive. Thieaudio Origin holds a slight 0.2-point edge in reviewer scores (7.8 vs 7.7). Thieaudio Origin has significantly better mids with a 2-point edge, Thieaudio Origin has better treble with a 0.5-point edge, Thieaudio Origin has significantly better dynamics with a 2-point edge and Thieaudio Origin has significantly better soundstage with a 1-point edge.
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| Metric | Thieaudio Origin | EPZ 530 |
|---|---|---|
| Bass | 9 | 7.7 |
| Mids | 8 | 6 |
| Treble | 6.5 | 6 |
| Soundstage | 8 | 7 |
| Dynamics | 9 | 7 |
| Tonality | 8.1 | 7.3 |
| Technicalities | 7 | 7 |
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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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EPZ 530 Details
Driver Configuration: 5BA
Tuning Type: n/a
Price (Msrp): $700
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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
A-EPZ 530 Gaming Score
Gaming Score & Grade
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Gaming Score
6.6Gaming 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.
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 Origin Reviews
8.5
* score normalized
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
Super* Review Youtube Channel
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.
EPZ 530 Reviews
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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
7.5
Reviewer Score
It does some things very well. Very good item. Jaytiss Youtube Channel
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