Wired IEMs
Campfire Audio Andromeda 2020
86Outstanding
$713
Full review dataCampfire Audio Andromeda 2020 vs Moondrop DUSK: 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
Moondrop DUSK
84Great
$400
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
Moondrop DUSK
Sound9.0
Calls6.0
Value8.0
Specifications
| Spec | Campfire Audio Andromeda 2020 | Moondrop DUSK |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Wired IEMs | Wired IEMs |
| Price (USD) | $713 | $400 |
| HearWiki score | 86 / 100 · Outstanding | 84 / 100 · Great |
| Released | 2020 | 2023 |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | 5 balanced armature drivers | 2 dynamic drivers + 2 balanced armatures + 2 planar magnetic drivers |
| Driver size | - | 10 mm |
| Drivers per side | 5 | 6 |
| Frequency response | 10Hz-28kHz | 20Hz-20kHz |
| Impedance | 6.375 Ω | 14.5 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 123 dB/mW | 119 dB/mW |
| Wireless | ||
| Multipoint pairing | No | No |
| Features | ||
| Active noise cancelling | No | No |
| Companion app | - | Yes |
| Custom EQ | - | Yes |
| Controls | none | - |
| Design | ||
| Weight | - | 5.97 g |
| Detachable cable | Yes | Yes |
| USB-C | No | Yes |
| 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
Moondrop DUSK
The Moondrop DUSK is a sophisticated tribrid in-ear monitor that blends dual dynamics, balanced armatures, and planar tweeters, with both analog and USB-C DSP cable options for versatile use. It delivers strong, well-tuned sound across music, commuting, and casual gaming, though its performance leans heavily on the digital signal processing cable, and its noise isolation and microphone quality are only average. While the accessory package is modest, the core audio performance makes it a compelling choice in its price bracket.
- Pro:Excellent, refined sound tuning with strong detail retrieval
- Pro:Versatile USB-C cable offers low-latency audio and microphone support
- Pro:Hybrid driver array provides a wide, immersive soundstage
- Con:Sound quality is heavily dependent on the DSP cable for best results
- Con:Weak passive noise isolation, unsuitable for loud environments
- Con:Microphone performance is only average for calls or gaming
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