earphonia.com
89Earphonia rates the Comet highly overall, praising its build quality, accessories, and value. The review also says detail and imaging are only average and that fit and sound can be tip-dependent.
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At a glance
- Brand
- Campfire Audio
- Type
- Wired IEMs
- Fit
- -
- Connection
- Wired
- Noise cancelling
- No
- Released
- 2018
Score breakdownweak overall
Sound5.9
Calls5.5
Value4.6
The Campfire Audio Comet is an entry-level in-ear monitor featuring a single balanced armature driver in a stainless-steel housing, with a tuned acoustic expansion chamber. It offers above-average isolation and is designed for cable-down or over-ear wear.
The HearWiki takeAI-condensed
The Campfire Audio Comet is a single balanced-armature wired IEM that offers a lively, well-balanced sound with notable build quality for its price. It serves as an accessible entry point into the brand's lineup, though its higher impedance and lower sensitivity mean it benefits from a more capable source. Its compact metal shell and MMCX detachable cable add durability and flexibility, while passive isolation is decent for a wired monitor.
What works
- Excellent build quality with metal housing
- Engaging, versatile sound with good bass control
- Strong passive isolation
- Detachable MMCX cable for easy replacement
- Good value in its price class
What doesn't
- Requires more power than typical earphones
- Detail and imaging are only average
- Sound and fit can vary with ear tips
- Limited soundstage and layering
Paraphrased from published reviews & specs - not an original hands-on test. Our AI disclosure.
Specifications
| Driver | balanced armature |
|---|---|
| Driver type | balanced-armature |
| Drivers per side | 1 |
| Frequency response | 20 Hz - 20 kHz |
| Impedance | 48 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 97 dB/mW |
Audio
| Driver | balanced armature |
|---|---|
| Driver type | balanced-armature |
| Drivers per side | 1 |
| Frequency response | 20 Hz - 20 kHz |
| Impedance | 48 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 97 dB/mW |
Features
| Active noise cancelling | No |
|---|
Design
| Detachable cable | Yes |
|---|---|
| Connector | MMCX |
What the reviews said
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What YouTube reviewers say
Video reviews we found, each condensed to its verdict. They do feed the HearWiki score, at a measured weight below what a published written review carries.
9:01Campfire Audio Comet - the best budget IEM you've never heard of!
The reviewer praises the Campfire Audio Comet as a high-quality, well-built budget IEM with a luxurious feel and distinctive sound. He highlights its excellent bass extension for a single balanced armature driver, comfortable fit, and tangle-free cable, concluding it is a pragmatic and enjoyable choice for everyday listening, though it requires high volume from the source and may not satisfy those seeking very large bass.
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25:22✅Campfire Audio COMET Review
The reviewer is highly impressed with the Campfire Audio Comet, calling them his favorite IEMs under $200 and praising their build quality, fit, and surprisingly capable single balanced armature driver. He notes they handle all genres well with a slight warm tilt, and while he dislikes the inline controls on the stock cable, he appreciates the robust MMCX connector that allows easy cable swapping. He concludes they are an excellent value, though he admits they are not worth significantly more than cheaper alternatives.
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10:46Campfire Audio - COMET (un-box/brief impressions)
The reviewer unboxes the Campfire Audio Comet and gives brief first impressions, noting that despite being a single balanced armature driver, it delivers surprisingly good bass and clear highs. They find the build and design beautiful, and while they mention the price may not be truly budget, they are impressed overall and plan a full review later.
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7:07✅Hiby R3/Campfire Audio Comet/ MEE Audio BTX1 ($500 total...and your in the game)
The reviewer presents a $500 portable audio setup consisting of the Campfire Audio Comet IEMs, a Hiby R3 DAP, and a MEE Audio BTX1 Bluetooth cable, praising it as an exceptional value for newcomers to the hobby. He highlights the Comet's clarity and balanced sound, the R3's user-friendly interface and album art handling, and the BTX1's sturdy connection and range, concluding the whole package is a great entry point without breaking the bank.
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