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Campfire Audio Lyra II vs Moondrop DUSK: which should you buy?

Specs, scores and condensed review verdicts for the Campfire Audio Lyra II vs Moondrop DUSK, side by side. Where a product has no HearWiki score yet, not enough reviews have been aggregated to rate it.

Score breakdown

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

Campfire Audio Lyra II

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Moondrop DUSK
Sound9.0
Calls6.0
Value8.0

Specifications

Specification comparison of Campfire Audio Lyra II vs Moondrop DUSK
SpecCampfire Audio Lyra IIMoondrop DUSK
TypeWired IEMsWired IEMs
Price (USD)$699$400
HearWiki scoreNot scored84 / 100 · Great
Released20182023
Audio
Drivercustom 8.5mm beryllium dynamic driver2 dynamic drivers + 2 balanced armatures + 2 planar magnetic drivers
Driver size8.5 mm10 mm
Drivers per side16
Frequency response5Hz-22kHz20Hz-20kHz
Impedance17 Ω14.5 Ω
Sensitivity103 dB/mW119 dB/mW
Wireless
Multipoint pairing-No
Features
Active noise cancelling-No
Companion app-Yes
Custom EQ-Yes
Controlsbuttons-
Design
Weight14 g5.97 g
Detachable cableYesYes
USB-CNoYes

What reviewers said

Campfire Audio Lyra II

The Campfire Audio Lyra II is a wired in-ear monitor with a compact 8.5mm beryllium dynamic driver housed in a durable liquid metal shell. Its tuning emphasizes a warm, smooth, and rich character while offering a touch more airiness and spatial width than its predecessor. Designed for listeners who prefer a relaxed, musical sound over analytical precision, it pairs well with a variety of genres.

  • Pro:Warm, lush, and engaging sound signature
  • Pro:High-quality beryllium driver for detailed dynamics
  • Pro:Sturdy liquid metal construction
  • Con:No active noise cancellation
  • Con:Sensitivity may require a decent source to avoid hiss
  • Con:Bass might be too soft for bassheads

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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