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THIEAUDIO Oracle MK2

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At a glance

Emphasis: Treble emphasisTimbre: Bright toneListening: Clarity and detail

A candidate for listeners seeking treble definition and sparkle, a bright, open tone and examining instrumental outlines and small details.

Technical / Musical 88 / 90Retained editorial scores10 Source recordsSignature evidence · HighPrice record date · 2026-10-10Evidence for the catalogue reference

Scores are retained editorial reference values, not laboratory measurements or arithmetic averages of review stars. A one-point difference does not establish absolute superiority. Signature confidence is separate from score certainty.

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Core product facts

Release month
2022-09
Driver configuration
1DD + 2BA + 2EST
Impedance
11Ω
Earpiece connector
0.78mm 2-pin
Cable length
Approx. 1.2 m
Catalogue reference · KRW
₩822,464USD 589.00

A recorded reference amount, not a live lowest price.

THIEAUDIO Oracle MK2 유닛

Basic specifications

Specifications retained from product records; missing values are not estimated. Korean source wording is preserved where no verified translation exists.

Driver configuration1DD + 2BA + 2EST
Impedance11Ω
Sensitivity100 dB at 1 kHz; reference unspecified
Weight and scopeApprox.40g including cable and plugSpecification source ↗ · knicom.co.jp
Nozzle diameterNo established value in the checked records. Value not established · checked source ↗ · knicom.co.jp
Included accessories
  • Oracle MKII stock silver-plated Litz cable
  • Interchangeable 2.5/3.5/4.4 mm plugs
  • One pair of silicone tips each in S/M/L
  • One pair of foam tips each in S/M/L
  • Carrying case
  • Warranty certificate
Cable conductor / material26 AWG 5N OCC silver-plated Litz
Cable cores / braid4 strands · 26AWG · Litz Specification source ↗ · www.linsoul.com
Cable lengthApprox. 1.2 m
Earpiece connector0.78mm 2-pin
Source plugInterchangeable 2.5/3.5/4.4 mm modules

Retained product source ↗ · knicom.co.jp · Specification evidence · Research coverage

2022년12월배급사사양. MK1/MKIII에전용하지않음.

Package/cable records below retain the original source language. Purchase options, modular plugs and aftermarket accessories are distinguished; unverified counts and materials are not estimated.

2022년12월 일본 유통 구성 기준. 초대 Oracle과 구분.

THIEAUDIO Oracle MK2 기존 제품 자료 ↗ · knicom.co.jpKNICOM Oracle MKII 일본 공식 배급사 ↗ · knicom.co.jp
Price and release evidence
Driver and design evidence

1DD + 2BA + 2EST

Recorded model / design notes (original language): 수지 셸과 금속 노즐, 수작업 장식 패널을 사용합니다. Black Scarlet·Tiger 등 외관 선택을 튜닝 모드로 해석하지 않습니다.

Product specifications / model-specific reference ↗ · knicom.co.jp

Linked references are the existing model-specific specification/design records. Manufacturer, retailer and review sources are distinguished in the original pages. Driver counts alone do not establish sound quality; model generations and variants must match.

Resin shell, metal nozzle and decorative faceplates.

The second-generation Oracle with a 10mm LCP DD, two Knowles BAs and two Sonion ESTs. Frequency emphasis and timbre are listed separately.

Representative character: Clarity and detail

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Sound, assessment & measurements

Technical evaluation 88 / 100

Bass89
Mids88
Treble88
Spatial presentation89

Evidence behind the technical assessment

Treble presentation: Sparkling and forward; comfort varies strongly. ↗

Stage and separation: Layering can impress, but one owner reports weak coherence and placement. ↗

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Musical enjoyment 90 / 100

Natural timbre90
Emotional expression91
Immersion91
Rhythm and dynamics91
Vocal and instrumental liveliness91
Long-session comfort88

Evidence behind musical enjoyment

Bass character: Deep and forceful; some find the spread persistent. ↗

Vocals and mids: Clear but sometimes recessed, dry or thin. ↗

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Sound and listening impressions

Design, bass, mids, treble, stage and differing reviewer impressions are presented together.

Sound classification

Representative listening character

Definition, separation and openness attract attention. This is not a technical grade or a claim of measured accuracy. This editorial browsing category is drawn from retained model-specific reviews; it does not exclude other listening uses.

Similar listening character ↗

Frequency emphasis: Treble emphasis. Sparkling and forward; comfort varies strongly. Overall timbre: Bright tone. These are separate representative axes; fit, nozzle settings and contrary accounts remain in the reviewed evidence.

Differences by listening conditions: Japanese owners and one cafe listener hear little sibilance or restrained treble. Brightness does not imply inevitable sibilance.

Concise English summaries distinguish product specifications, reviewed listening impressions and practical advice. Original source notes remain available below.

Design and model identity

Resin shell, metal nozzle and decorative faceplates.

Source ↗

Bass quantity and texture

Deep and forceful; some find the spread persistent.

Vocal placement and midrange

Clear but sometimes recessed, dry or thin.

Treble and fatigue

Sparkling and forward; comfort varies strongly.

Stage, separation and imaging

Layering can impress, but one owner reports weak coherence and placement.

Disagreement and listening conditions

The bass, vocal and treble descriptions summarise reviewed impressions, not measured quality. Tips, volume, nozzle settings and source conditions can explain differences. Sample relationships and duplicate authors remain disclosed in the source records.

Strengths and caveats from reviewed sources

Supplementary notes retain the original Korean research wording.

Headfonics — Oracle MKII ↗ — V자, 풍부한 저음 확장과 전진한 고음. 일부 피크의 밝음·강도가 높을 수 있음.

Headphones.com — Oracle MKII ↗ — 서브베이스 중심이지만 타격감이 제한적, 원형 대비 얇아진 중역과 공격적인 고음을 비판.

Listening suggestions and selection points

Try layered cymbals, strings or electronic effects if fine detail is a priority. Consider both intelligibility and fatigue on forceful recordings before equating brightness with resolution.

These are editorial starting points derived from the existing sound descriptions, not results of a genre-by-genre test. Recordings and arrangements vary even within one genre.

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How to choose this product

Preferences that match

  • treble definition and sparkle · a bright, open tone
  • examining instrumental outlines and small details

Consider alternatives first if you prefer

  • a subdued top end ahead of treble presence
  • a thicker, more subdued tone ahead of brightness

A preference guide based on the existing classification. Fit and enjoyment vary with listener, music and tips.

Products to compare

Candidates selected by classification and proximity of registered reference prices, not direct A/B auditions or performance rankings.

DUNU ZEN

Candidate treble observation: An owner reports very sharp initial guitars, later less fatigue; another finds source-dependent treble intensity.Read the observation source ↗

Different classification: Emphasis: treble definition and sparkle → bass weight and impact

Driver configuration: 1DD (13.5mm Magnesium-Aluminum alloy + nanoDLC)

Compare the pair

AFUL Performer 7

Candidate treble observation: Clear and lively highs draw praise, while one cafe listener hears uneven, artificial high-frequency transitions with a HiBy R4 and an aftermarket cable.Read the observation source ↗

Shared classification: treble definition and sparkle · examining instrumental outlines and small details

Different classification: Timbre: a bright, open tone → a tone not classified as especially warm or bright

Driver configuration: 2DD + 4BA + 1 Micro-Planar

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Fit and connection checks

Information retained from registered sources. Where verified wearing photos or individual fitting observations are unavailable, consult the product photo and the specification scope.

Listening checklist

  • Compare vocal masking at matched volume.
  • Use familiar music to separate bass quantity from decay.
  • Check treble comfort after matching tips and seal.

Cable, plugs and drive

  • Earpiece connector: 0.78mm 2-pin
  • Source plug: Interchangeable 2.5/3.5/4.4 mm modules
  • Cable length: Approx. 1.2 m
  • Impedance: 11Ω
  • Sensitivity: 100 dB at 1 kHz; reference unspecified
Specifications and sources

Included accessories

  • Included accessories: Oracle MKII stock silver-plated Litz cableInterchangeable 2.5/3.5/4.4 mm plugsOne pair of silicone tips each in S/M/LOne pair of foam tips each in S/M/LCarrying caseWarranty certificate
  • Cable conductor / material: 26 AWG 5N OCC silver-plated Litz
  • Cable cores / braid: 4 strands · 26AWG · Litz
Specifications and sources

Frequency-response graph

Measurement
THIEAUDIO Oracle MK2 frequency-response graphRedrawn from the disclosed source; see original conditions and limitations below.20501002005001k2k5k10k20k-40-30-20-100+10+20Published measurementFrequency (Hz)Relative response (dB; 1kHz = 0)
Source notes
Approximate values digitized from the graph · Normalized at 1 kHz · Checked 2026-10-07IEC-711 clone; 단일 공개 측정 곡선출처: Bloom Audio ↗Results vary with measurement equipment, tips and fit. Treat results above 8 kHz as indicative.
Reading limits

These values are approximate digitization of a source image; small decimal differences should not be overinterpreted. Seal, tips, nozzle/filter, insertion and rig can change the shape. Bass speed, natural timbre, resolution, separation and stage are not established by FR alone.

Evidence at a glance

Reviewed reviews

Listening review 4 · All records 12

Listening review 4 · Owner account 5 · Reference 3

  • 1 1. headfonics.com · Original source ↗ · headfonics.comListening review
    Source notes

    Headfonics — Oracle MKII

    V자, 풍부한 저음 확장과 전진한 고음. 일부 피크의 밝음·강도가 높을 수 있음.

  • 2 2. headphones.com · Original source ↗ · headphones.comListening review
    Source notes

    Headphones.com — Oracle MKII

    서브베이스 중심이지만 타격감이 제한적, 원형 대비 얇아진 중역과 공격적인 고음을 비판.

  • 3 3. www.androidcentral.com · Original source ↗ · androidcentral.comListening review
    Source notes

    Android Central — Oracle MKII

    강해진 서브베이스와 깨끗한 중역, 고음 공기감 및 일부 거침. 넓은 무대와 레이어를 긍정 평가.

  • 4 4. gall.dcinside.com · Original source ↗ · gall.dcinside.comOwner account
    Source notes

    뉴비 아키바 e이어폰에서 청음한 후기

    Oracle Mk2 중역이 많이 빠지고 고음 피크가 강해 듣기 좋지 않았다는 개인 청음. 같은 글의 MK3·SA6 MK2와 명확히 구분. 작성자는 정밀 비교 청음이 아니고 기존 Dusk 사용자임을 명시.

    일본 e-earphone 매장 직접 청음; 구매/제공 제품 아님

  • 5 5. blog.naver.com · Original source ↗ · blog.naver.comListening review
    Source notes

    2023년 인상적으로 들었던 포터블 음향기기들

    Oracle MK2 정확 세대. 서브베이스 중심 저음과 밝은 고음 마무리를 인상적으로 기록. 기존 밝은 V 성향 지지. 짧은 청음이라 보컬·공간·기술 등급 세부를 확장하지 않음.

    매장·행사 직접 청음

    Naver source body read directly

  • 6 6. www.reddit.com · Original source ↗ · reddit.comOwner account
    Source notes

    Thieaudio House Sound: Oracle2/Monarch comparison

    OracleMK2는 세밀하지만 고역이 거칠고 치찰음 S/H가 강해 복잡한 곡에서 정보 집중이 어렵다고 경험. 중역·고역 강조로 느낌. MonarchMK2를 직접 들어본 것은 아니라 MK3와 비교한 댓글임을 보존.

    Oracle MK2 및 Monarch MK3 소유 비교 댓글

    Listening text and comments returned by search were checked; direct access to the original page was limited.

  • 7 7. www.reddit.com · Original source ↗ · reddit.comOwner account
    Source notes

    Loving Oracle MKII & ifi

    클래식/전자/헤비메탈에서 특히 따뜻한 소스와 결합한 즐거움·몰입을 호평. 소스별 공간·저역 주관 차이는 그대로 기록하되 왜곡·칩셋 기술 댓글을 튜닝 인과로 채택하지 않음. 밝은 MKII를 모두 불편하게 느끼는 것은 아니라는 반례.

    OracleMKII·HipDac2·GoBlu 구매 소유

    Listening text and comments returned by search were checked; direct access to the original page was limited.

  • 8 8. review.kakaku.com · Original source ↗ · review.kakaku.comOwner account
    Source notes

    極上の高音と豊かな低音、ボーカルも綺麗に響きます

    iPhone15ProMax/KA17. 풍성한 저음이 보컬/고음을 가리지 않고 고음·하이햇 반짝임이 매우 즐겁고 자극 없었다고 보고. 매장 다른 제품과 플러그 조건 차이를 스스로 유보.

    매장 비교 후 자비 구매 명시

    Source body read directly; only listening descriptions summarized

    매장 비교 후 자비 구매 명시

  • 9 9. review.kakaku.com · Original source ↗ · review.kakaku.comOwner account
    Source notes

    駄目なマルチドライバー機の典型。ボーカル帯域の質が低い

    M11PlusESS·기본4.4/실리콘·약100h·여러 장르. 따뜻한 약V, 자극 없는 고음이지만 후퇴하고 건조한 보컬, 강한 저음 잔류, 대역 연결·정위/공간 불만. 드라이버/제조사 일반화와 가격 불만은 제외.

    Personal purchase stated.

    Source body read directly; only listening descriptions summarized

    Personal purchase stated.

  • 10 10. cafe.naver.com · Original source ↗ · cafe.naver.comReference
    Source notes

    닥터헤드폰 · SE535LTD와 타이오디오 오라클 MK2 청음비교

    SE535LTD와 비교해 오라클MK2를 부드럽게 흐르는 듯 아름다운 소리로 묘사하고, 고역이 절제되어 있다고 느꼈다. 다른 리뷰의 밝고 자극적인 고역 인상과 차이가 있는 조건 미상 청음으로 남긴다.

    Personal purchase, ownership or listening account; product supply or advertising relationship was not stated in the body.

    카페 내부 검색 후 사용기 본문 직접 열람. DuaLipa Levitating언급; 소스·팁미명시. 구매선정에AI활용했다고밝혔지만해당비교단락은자신의실제청취로서술. EST인과·볼륨상승조언채택안함.

    Short comparison with SE535LTD praises Oracle MK2’s restrained, smooth treble. Source/level matching unverified; no EST causal effect or power requirement inferred.

    2026-10-26

    Compared with SE535LTD, Oracle MK2 sounds flowing and attractive to this listener, who perceives restrained treble. This is a contrasting subjective report rather than proof that its treble is universally mild.

    Original setup and disclosure (Korean)

    DuaLipa Levitating언급; 소스·팁미명시. 구매선정에AI활용했다고밝혔지만해당비교단락은자신의실제청취로서술. EST인과·볼륨상승조언채택안함. · 개인 구매·소유 또는 청음 후기; 제공·광고 관계 본문 미명시

  • 11 Search scope and exclusions ↗Reference
  • 12 Full Naver review scope ↗Reference

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