Wired IEMs
Campfire Audio Andromeda 'Emerald Sea'
68Good
$1,120
Full review dataCampfire Audio Andromeda 'Emerald Sea' vs FiiO FX17: which should you buy?
On aggregated review scores the FiiO FX17 comes out ahead with a HearWiki score of 83. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.
Our pick: FiiO FX17 - Outstanding overall at around $1499.
Wired IEMs
FiiO FX17
83Outstanding
$1,500
Full review dataScore breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
FiiO FX17 leads on 3 of 4 measures.
- Campfire Audio Andromeda 'Emerald Sea'
- FiiO FX17
HearWiki score
68
83
Sound
8.4
9.0
Value
5.8
6.0
Price (USD)
$1,120
$1,500
Specifications
Andromeda 'Emerald Sea'FX17
- Type
- Wired IEMs
- Wired IEMs
- Price (USD)
- $1,120
- $1,500
- HearWiki score
- 68
- 83
- Released
- 2023
- 2026
- Availability
- Discontinued
- Sold new
- Driver
- 5× balanced armature
- 1DD + 4BA + 8EST tribrid
- Driver type
- balanced-armature
- tribrid
- Driver configuration
- -
- 1DD + 4BA + 8EST
- Driver size
- -
- 10 mm
- Drivers per side
- 5
- 13
- Frequency response
- 5 Hz - 20 kHz
- -
- Impedance
- 6.4 Ω
- 16 Ω
- Sensitivity
- 94 dB/mW
- 99 dB/mW
- Active noise cancelling
- -
- No
- Controls
- buttons
- -
- Weight
- -
- 12.2 g
- Detachable cable
- Yes
- Yes
- USB-C
- No
- -
- Connector
- MMCX
- 4.4 mm balanced
What reviewers said
Campfire Audio Andromeda 'Emerald Sea'
The Campfire Audio Andromeda 'Emerald Sea' is a five-driver balanced-armature IEM that delivers impressive resolution, a wide soundstage, and robust build quality. Its tuning is warmer and bass-forward compared to earlier Andromeda models, making it a strong pick for those who want detailed sound with extra low-end presence. The low 6.4-ohm impedance means it pairs best with sources that have a low output impedance.
- Pro:Excellent detail retrieval and clarity
- Pro:Spacious and well-layered soundstage
- Pro:Premium build with comfortable fit
- Con:Tuning is not neutral or balanced
- Con:Very low impedance may require specific sources
- Con:Pricey for the feature set
FiiO FX17
The FiiO FX17 is a premium wired tribrid IEM that combines a 10mm dynamic driver, four balanced armatures, and eight electrostatic drivers per side for a detailed, multi-layered sound. Its titanium shell and five-way crossover aim to deliver a refined, high-resolution listening experience, while the included 4.4mm balanced cable offers versatility for audiophile setups.
- Pro:Precision-milled titanium shell for durability and resonance control
- Pro:Hybrid driver array (1DD + 4BA + 8EST) offers expansive treble and dynamic bass
- Pro:Swappable plugs on the cable provide flexible connectivity
- Con:No active noise cancellation, requiring a quiet environment or isolation tips
- Con:High price point may limit accessibility
- Con:16-ohm impedance may need a powerful source for optimal performance
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