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Campfire Audio Bonneville vs Campfire Audio Holocene: which should you buy?

On aggregated review scores the Campfire Audio Bonneville comes out ahead with an HearWiki score of 84. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.

Our pick: Campfire Audio Bonneville - Great overall at around $1175.

Score breakdown

Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.

Campfire Audio Bonneville
Sound8.7
Value7.0
Campfire Audio Holocene
Sound7.5
Value6.5

Specifications

Specification comparison of Campfire Audio Bonneville vs Campfire Audio Holocene
SpecCampfire Audio BonnevilleCampfire Audio Holocene
TypeWired IEMsWired IEMs
Price (USD)$1175$649
HearWiki score84 / 100 · Great76 / 100 · Great
Released20232021
Audio
Driverhybrid3 balanced armature drivers
Driver size10 mm-
Drivers per side43
Frequency response5Hz-20kHz5Hz-20kHz
Impedance29 Ω5.4 Ω
Sensitivity94 dB/mW94 dB/mW
Wireless
Multipoint pairing-No
Features
Active noise cancelling-No
Controls-none
Design
Weight9 g-
USB-C-No

What reviewers said

Campfire Audio Bonneville

The Campfire Audio Bonneville is a premium hybrid in-ear monitor that pairs a 10mm dynamic driver with three balanced armatures to deliver a warm, musical signature with strong bass presence and expansive staging. It offers a comfortable fit and easy power requirements, making it a versatile high-end choice for listeners prioritizing enjoyment over strict neutrality, though its isolation is slightly below par for the category.

  • Pro:Warm, engaging tuning with impactful bass
  • Pro:Comfortable and lightweight fit for long sessions
  • Pro:Easy to drive thanks to low impedance
  • Con:Isolation is weaker than some competing hybrids
  • Con:Tuning favors musicality over neutrality
  • Con:High price point may limit accessibility

Campfire Audio Holocene

The Campfire Audio Holocene is a triple balanced-armature wired IEM with a clean, reference-style tuning that emphasizes detail retrieval and transparency. Its unusually low impedance and high sensitivity make it source-sensitive, rewarding careful pairing while offering strong build quality and polished highs. The bass is controlled but light, which may not satisfy listeners seeking a warmer or more impactful low end.

  • Pro:Excellent detail retrieval and resolution
  • Pro:Premium build quality and polished design
  • Pro:Transparent, reference-style tuning with good layering
  • Con:Bass is light and can sometimes feel bloated or undefined
  • Con:Can sound dry or sterile with less ideal sources
  • Con:Treble can be occasionally bright or shiny

Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.

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