Wired IEMs
Campfire Audio Andromeda 2020
86Outstanding
$710
Full review dataCampfire Audio Andromeda 2020 vs FiiO FD7: 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
FiiO FD7
84Great
$450
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
FiiO FD7
Sound8.5
Value7.0
Specifications
| Spec | Campfire Audio Andromeda 2020 | FiiO FD7 |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Wired IEMs | Wired IEMs |
| Price (USD) | $710 | $450 |
| HearWiki score | 86 / 100 · Outstanding | 84 / 100 · Great |
| Released | 2020 | 2023 |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | 5 balanced armature drivers | 12mm pure beryllium diaphragm dynamic driver |
| Driver size | - | 12 mm |
| Drivers per side | 5 | 1 |
| Frequency response | 10Hz-28kHz | 10Hz-40kHz |
| Impedance | 6.375 Ω | 50 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 123 dB/mW | 111 dB/mW |
| Wireless | ||
| Multipoint pairing | No | - |
| Features | ||
| Active noise cancelling | No | - |
| Controls | none | buttons |
| Design | ||
| Weight | - | 11 g |
| Detachable cable | Yes | Yes |
| USB-C | 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
FiiO FD7
The FiiO FD7 is a wired, flagship-grade in-ear monitor built around a single 12mm pure beryllium dynamic driver, housed in a semi-open design. It offers a spacious, refined sound with clean tonality, strong dynamics, and impressive detail retrieval, supported by a modular cable and tuning accessories. While easy to drive from most sources, its premium price and semi-open nature mean it targets enthusiasts seeking a high-end, natural presentation rather than casual listeners.
- Pro:Excellent clarity and natural tonal balance
- Pro:Wide, well-defined soundstage with strong imaging
- Pro:Highly resolving with good dynamics and detail
- Con:Lacks noise isolation due to semi-open design
- Con:Premium price may not suit budget-focused buyers
- Con:Requires burn-in or source matching for best results
Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.
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