Wired IEMs
Campfire Audio Andromeda 2020
86Outstanding
$710
Full review dataCampfire Audio Andromeda 2020 vs Final A4000: 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
Final A4000
78Great
$1,330
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
Final A4000
Sound8.0
Value7.5
Specifications
| Spec | Campfire Audio Andromeda 2020 | Final A4000 |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Wired IEMs | Wired IEMs |
| Price (USD) | $710 | $1,330 |
| HearWiki score | 86 / 100 · Outstanding | 78 / 100 · Great |
| Released | 2020 | 2020 |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | 5 balanced armature drivers | 6mm dynamic [f-Core DU] |
| Driver size | - | 6 mm |
| Drivers per side | 5 | 1 |
| Frequency response | 10Hz-28kHz | - |
| Impedance | 6.375 Ω | 18 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 123 dB/mW | 100 dB/mW |
| Wireless | ||
| Bluetooth | - | none |
| Multipoint pairing | No | No |
| Battery | ||
| Wireless charging | - | No |
| Features | ||
| Active noise cancelling | No | - |
| ANC type | - | none |
| Transparency mode | - | No |
| Companion app | - | No |
| Custom EQ | - | No |
| Wear detection | - | No |
| Controls | none | - |
| Voice assistant | - | none |
| Design | ||
| Weight | - | 18 g |
| Detachable cable | Yes | - |
| USB-C | No | No |
| Model code | Andromeda Emerald Sea | - |
| Calls | ||
| Call noise reduction | - | none |
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
Final A4000
The Final A4000 is a lightweight, wired in-ear monitor designed for effortless use with phones and other portable gear. It delivers an open, airy sound with crisp mids and sparkling treble, though its bright tuning may be too intense for some listeners. Overall, it's a technically capable earphone that prioritizes clarity and soundstage over a warm or relaxed signature.
- Pro:Easy to drive from any device
- Pro:Excellent soundstage and imaging
- Pro:Fast, clean transient response
- Con:Bright tuning can cause sibilance
- Con:Upper mids may sound harsh at times
- Con:Not ideal for listeners who prefer warmth
Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.
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