Wired IEMs
Campfire Audio Andromeda 2020
86Outstanding
$713
Full review dataCampfire Audio Andromeda 2020 vs Meze ADVAR: 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
Meze ADVAR
82Great
$579
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
Meze ADVAR
Sound8.5
Value7.5
Specifications
| Spec | Campfire Audio Andromeda 2020 | Meze ADVAR |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Wired IEMs | Wired IEMs |
| Price (USD) | $713 | $579 |
| HearWiki score | 86 / 100 · Outstanding | 82 / 100 · Great |
| Released | 2020 | 2022 |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | 5 balanced armature drivers | stainless steel chassis |
| Driver size | - | 10.2 mm |
| Drivers per side | 5 | 1 |
| Frequency response | 10Hz-28kHz | 10Hz-30kHz |
| Impedance | 6.375 Ω | 31 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 123 dB/mW | 111 dB/mW |
| Wireless | ||
| Multipoint pairing | No | - |
| Features | ||
| Active noise cancelling | No | - |
| Controls | none | - |
| Design | ||
| Weight | - | 21 g |
| Detachable cable | Yes | 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
Meze ADVAR
The Meze ADVAR is a single dynamic-driver IEM that blends a warm, musical character with solid technical ability. It delivers a full-bodied, engaging sound with rich bass and natural timbre, wrapped in a premium stainless steel shell. While it excels as an enjoyable all-rounder, its soundstage and imaging are not top-tier, and bass control and passive isolation have minor limitations.
- Pro:Excellent build quality and comfortable fit
- Pro:Warm, musical, and engaging sound signature
- Pro:Textured and impactful bass response
- Con:Bass can lack some control and precision
- Con:Passive isolation is below average
- Con:Soundstage and imaging are not class-leading
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