Wired IEMs
Campfire Audio Clara
78Great
$2,000
Full review dataCampfire Audio Clara vs Kinera Thorking: which should you buy?
On aggregated review scores the Kinera Thorking comes out ahead with a HearWiki score of 81. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.
Our pick: Kinera Thorking - Outstanding overall at around $2499.
Wired IEMs
Kinera Thorking
81Outstanding
$2,500
Full review dataScore breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
Neither pulls ahead overall - they trade wins across the measures.
- Campfire Audio Clara
- Kinera Thorking
HearWiki score
78
81
Sound
8.8
9.2
Value
6.3
6.0
Price (USD)
$2,000
$2,500
Specifications
ClaraThorking
- Type
- Wired IEMs
- Wired IEMs
- Price (USD)
- $2,000
- $2,500
- HearWiki score
- 78
- 81
- Released
- 2025
- 2025
- Availability
- Sold new
- Sold new
- Driver
- 4-driver hybrid
- 1DD + 6BA + 4EST tribrid
- Driver type
- hybrid
- tribrid
- Driver configuration
- -
- 1DD + 6BA + 4EST
- Driver size
- 10 mm
- -
- Drivers per side
- 4
- 11
- Frequency response
- 5 Hz - 20 kHz
- 5 Hz - 50 kHz
- Sound signature
- neutral
- -
- Impedance
- 13.3 Ω
- 10 Ω
- Sensitivity
- 94 dB/mW
- -
- Detachable cable
- Yes
- Yes
- Connector
- MMCX
- 2-pin 0.78 mm
- Balanced connection
- -
- Yes
What reviewers said
Campfire Audio Clara
The Campfire Audio Clara is a premium hybrid IEM that pairs a warm, bass-forward tuning with crisp mids and a refined high end, resulting in a sound that is both engaging and easy to enjoy over long sessions. Its solid build, detachable MMCX cable, and included accessory package add to the value, though the large shells may not suit all ear shapes. Overall, it offers a versatile, musical performance that works well for both casual listening and monitoring.
- Pro:Rich, controlled low end
- Pro:Clear and natural mids
- Pro:Refined, non-fatiguing treble
- Con:Large shells may fit poorly for smaller ears
- Con:Soundstage is not particularly wide
- Con:Slightly recessed treble for some listeners
Kinera Thorking
The Kinera Thorking is a premium tribrid flagship IEM with a treble-forward, reference-style tuning that prioritizes air, detail, and transparency. Its 11-driver setup delivers strong technical performance with excellent separation and imaging, though the lean bass and lower midrange may not appeal to those seeking warmth or heavy impact. Best suited for treble enthusiasts and classical music fans, it pairs well with warmer sources to balance its bright character.
- Pro:Excellent treble extension and airiness
- Pro:Strong technicalities with precise imaging and layering
- Pro:Natural, coherent midrange
- Con:Lean bass and lower midrange may lack warmth
- Con:Not for bassheads or those seeking impactful low-end
- Con:Can sound dry at times
Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.
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