Wired IEMs
Campfire Audio Andromeda 2020
86Outstanding
$713
Full review dataCampfire Audio Andromeda 2020 vs Campfire Audio Holocene: which should you buy?
On aggregated review scores the Campfire Audio Andromeda 2020 comes out ahead with an HearWiki score of 86. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.
Our pick: Campfire Audio Andromeda 2020 - Outstanding overall at around $713.
Wired IEMs
Campfire Audio Holocene
76Great
$649
Full review dataScore breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
Campfire Audio Andromeda 2020
Sound9.0
Value6.5
Campfire Audio Holocene
Sound7.5
Value6.5
Specifications
| Spec | Campfire Audio Andromeda 2020 | Campfire Audio Holocene |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Wired IEMs | Wired IEMs |
| Price (USD) | $713 | $649 |
| HearWiki score | 86 / 100 · Outstanding | 76 / 100 · Great |
| Released | 2020 | 2021 |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | 5 balanced armature drivers | 3 balanced armature drivers |
| Drivers per side | 5 | 3 |
| Frequency response | 10Hz-28kHz | 5Hz-20kHz |
| Impedance | 6.375 Ω | 5.4 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 123 dB/mW | 94 dB/mW |
| Wireless | ||
| Multipoint pairing | No | No |
| Features | ||
| Active noise cancelling | No | No |
| Controls | none | none |
| Design | ||
| Detachable cable | Yes | - |
| USB-C | No | No |
| Model code | Andromeda Emerald Sea | - |
What reviewers said
Campfire Audio Andromeda 2020
The Campfire Audio Andromeda 2020 is a premium five-driver balanced armature IEM that refines the original's signature with smoother, more coherent mids and improved treble. It delivers an expansive soundstage with excellent imaging and layering, though its low impedance and high sensitivity mean it demands a quality source to shine. A worthwhile update for both newcomers and existing fans, it excels in clarity and detail but has some limitations in bass texture.
- Pro:Cohesive and smooth midrange
- Pro:Excellent soundstage and imaging
- Pro:Strong, detailed treble
- Con:Requires a high-quality source
- Con:Limited bass texture and weight
- Con:No controls or ANC
Campfire Audio Holocene
The Campfire Audio Holocene is a triple balanced-armature wired IEM with a clean, reference-style tuning that emphasizes detail retrieval and transparency. Its unusually low impedance and high sensitivity make it source-sensitive, rewarding careful pairing while offering strong build quality and polished highs. The bass is controlled but light, which may not satisfy listeners seeking a warmer or more impactful low end.
- Pro:Excellent detail retrieval and resolution
- Pro:Premium build quality and polished design
- Pro:Transparent, reference-style tuning with good layering
- Con:Bass is light and can sometimes feel bloated or undefined
- Con:Can sound dry or sterile with less ideal sources
- Con:Treble can be occasionally bright or shiny
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