Campfire Audio - Andromeda (2020)

I got a chance to upgrade my 2019 Andromeda to a 2020 Andromeda and I lapped it up with both my hands. This is a very different tuning to the earlier versions as the mids and vocals are so much better and the bass also seems a lot fuller. The same old caveats of being a source picky iem and need for an iematch with most sources still apply. This is a much darker iem that previous Andromedas and also different tuning with fuller mids have made the head stage slightly smaller than the earlier one. But I am finding it a much better iem overall than the previous versions though I think the previous versions are still a very choice for those that need that expansive slightly V shaped sound for a relaxing listen.

Best in CA line and noticeably superior to previous iterations

Having bought this as soon as it was available last year, I have now spent enough (& more) hours of listening to write this. I also own (and listen to) an embarrassing number of IEMs incl Campfires own Polaris & Solaris 2020, JH audio, A & K, Fiio to name a few! The Andro 2020 has become my go-to gear that excels at most of the genres of music…be it rock, pop, jazz, Bollywood etc.

Used this with variety of gear, incl ibasso DX160, Fiio M11, iPhone with AQ Dragon fly, ALO Audio Pilot, playing Tidal, Apple lossless, locally stored hi-res music. A word of caution..sounds best with low impedance sources.

Pros: Lovely texture & warm tonality, making it extremely musical. Good sound stage (not the widest or tallest) with a sweet and intimate mid range, good imaging, lots of low end weight with quick decay, well rolled off treble, packaging and presentation (just like the music) is top notch and excellent quality accessories.

Cons: Finicky fit bcos of the shallow nozzle. Worked for me though. Some may find the sound ‘too dark’. The rolled off mid & upper treble range adds to lack of air in the presentation. Definitely not ‘reference’ audio signature. Just like most CA products, careful source matching is needed bcos of low impedance rating.

Ultimately the pros outweigh the limitations of the Andromeda 2020 and no wonder it is one of the most recommended IEMs in this price range (and above). Colored sound signature that is extremely lovable and one won’t be disappointed with their purchase. This one is a keeper !

Big kudos to team HPZ for bringing personal audio gear and brands like CA to India.

Cheers!

Although the reviews for the2020 versions are mixed, for someone experiencing the Andromeda for the first time, I personally can not find any flaw with them. These are the one pair of IEMs that play everything well, form Classical to Metal and everything in between.

Wet fast delivery and good service. Always patient to answer questions.