I feel that ear-tips are as important to IEMs as tyres are to automobiles. Most stock ear-tips were good enough for top tier IEMs back in the but now IEM manufacturers provide ear-tips that are average in both quality and quantity (more quantity helps in finding the right size and fit). Maybe this is because of the vast and exponential growth in just a couple of years amongst dedicated ear-tip manufacturers.

Azla is a well known brand from South Korea that makes ear-tips of the highest standard resourcing unique materials and putting a lot of effort in innovation. This largely showcases the benefits of having a great R&D wing. Every new release from Azla involves in deep analysis and comparisons amongst hardcore audiophiles. In fact, they have a larger fan base compared to even some of the most revered IEM manufacturers. Alright, enough introduction and let us delve right into the SednaEarfit Origins. I will briefly compare them with some of the other Azla ear-tips and also some of the other renowned ones from the likes of Spinfit and a few more which I own.

VS Azla Xelastic2- The origin enhances the soundstage but the Xelastic 2 is not that far behind. The Origin has similar treble response and imaging but the Xelastic 2 takes the vocal reproduction clearly up by a notch. In terms of Bass reproduction, the Origin takes the lead by a huge margin without bleeding into the midrange where both the Origins and the Xelastic 2s are matched equally. A point to note is that the Xelastic 2 has a wax guard which was missing in its previous generation and which is also absent in the Origin (not a deal breaker). Comfort is purely subjective but I prefer the Origin over the Xelastic 2 in the same size.

VS Azla SednaEarfit Crystal- The origin here reproduces bass nearly two times better than the Crystals, with a much larger soundstaging. The Crystals only mildly throws more emphasis on lower treble. Both do not deviate from the original tonality of the IEMs used but I felt that the Crystals have a slightly coagulated midrange representation when compared to the wide and organic midrange of the Origins. Vocals shine well in both but I prefer the Origins over the Crystals in terms of comfort.

VS Azla SednaEarfit regular- The Origin outshines the Regulars in almost every criteria except for the vocals. The Regulars are quite old now, but have aged well and I have much respect for them.

VS Spinfit W1- The W1s have more detailed treble than the Azla Origins but at times I feel the treble takes away the enjoyment in longer listening sessions and can sound sibilant and splashy when paired with IEMs that have a more revealing tonality . Midrange and vocals are areas where the W1s trail behind the Origins. The soundstage width is almost inseparable between the two but the Origns retains the original tonality of the IEMs better than the W1s. Spinfit W1s have inferior build quality too compared to any of the Azlas and the same can be said with the Origins. When it comes to Bass, the Origins takes the thrown and I also found the Origins to be much more comfortable than the W1s.

VS Dunu S&S- Dunus have slightly a wider soundstage presentation compared to the Origins to start off with. But, somehow I felt like the Origins had more clarity in terms of imaging. Both retain the original tonality of the IEMs. Treble response is slightly more prominent on the Dunus. Midrange is where the Origins take a slight lead but again the Dunus are only slightly behind. When it comes to Bass, the Azla Origins throw the Dunus out of the water, a clear winner in terms of bass texture, sub-bass rumble, quality and punch. I found both to be equally comfortable.

VS Spinfit Omni- Atlast, a close competitor for the Azla Origin. The Omnis and the Origins are virtually indistinguishable in terms of tonality retention, midrange reproduction, soundstage presentation and treble response. The Origins throw a tad more emphasis on the vocals and overall bass response is where the Origin clearly outmatches the Omni. I found both to be equally matched in terms of comfort.

I want to conclude by saying that the Azla SednaEarfit Origin is a revelation for me and a must have for audiophiles alike. I suggest going for a size smaller than usual. The bass is simply majestic, alluring and sucks out the best from every IEM. I highly recommend it not purely due to its bass reproduction but as a complete all-rounder. Don’t stop the music, just turn it up louder…

Got good seal and improvement in sound overall.

Not as hard as max or sedna light, but medium soft.