Campfire Audio - Chimera

1DD + 3 BA + 4EST + 1 Bone Conductor Drivers

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Why Campfire Audio is Special

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Designed in USA

🎖️ Established & Reputed

Trust us, our reputation speaks for itself 🏆!


We believe that when a brand has decades of proven excellence, you can invest with confidence knowing your purchase is backed by years of audio engineering expertise. These products come from manufacturers with extensive histories of innovation and unwavering commitment to sonic excellence. Think of them like luxury watch brands their reputation has been earned through decades of consistent quality and innovation.


With their extensive history of innovation and countless satisfied customers worldwide, you can be confident your investment is backed by proven audio engineering expertise and industry leadership 📈.


When you see "🎖️ Established & Reputed" products, expect time tested excellence from manufacturers who've consistently demonstrated mastery in audio engineering for generations.

🌟 Specialist

A masterpiece from experts who know audio inside and out 🔧!


We tend to describe specialist manufacturers as "audio artisans" who focus exclusively on perfecting specific categories of equipment. These products are meticulously crafted by dedicated experts who possess deep knowledge of sound reproduction, ensuring every technical aspect is refined to perfection. Think of them like master craftsmen who spend their entire careers perfecting one specific skill their focused expertise shows in every detail.


These dedicated experts bring years of specialised knowledge to the design process, resulting in products that consistently achieve exceptional performance standards through focused engineering excellence 🎯.


When you see "🌟 Specialist" products, expect focused expertise from manufacturers who dedicate their entire efforts to perfecting specific audio equipment categories.

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Born in 2009

Why we love this IEM

👑 I Am Worth It

For the most passionate audiophiles who demand nothing less than audio perfection 💎, these exceptional products represent the absolute pinnacle of sound reproduction technology. When We designate something in this category, it means we've identified something truly extraordinary a piece of equipment that transcends conventional standards of excellence. Think of these as the Rolls Royce of audio masterpieces that don't simply meet expectations but establish entirely new benchmarks for what's possible.


These aren't just premium products; they're timeless investments in musical excellence whose value transcends ordinary performance metrics. Each represents a fundamental redefinition of what's achievable in sound reproduction, incorporating innovations and craftsmanship that justify their exclusive status.


When you see "👑 We Am Worth It" products, understand that you're experiencing audio perfection these masterpieces cater to those who recognise that true excellence knows no compromise.

🦈 Serious Audiophiles Only

For those who have ventured deep into high fidelity audio 🎯, the pursuit of sonic excellence becomes an endless journey of discovery and refinement. We believe that serious audiophiles demand equipment that can satisfy the most exacting standards and deliver performance that pushes boundaries. These products represent the pinnacle of acoustic engineering, incorporating advanced technologies and meticulous craftsmanship that enable them to reproduce music with utmost fidelity.


Each product has undergone rigorous evaluation to ensure it delivers exceptional performance that discerning listeners demand, from precise frequency response to impeccable detail retrieval and sophisticated sound staging. These devices incorporate premium components and engineering excellence that justify their position at the apex of audio performance.


When you encounter "🦈 Serious Audiophiles Only" products, expect uncompromising performance that satisfies the most demanding requirements and elevates critical listening to new heights.

📱 Works Great with Type-C

Don't have a 3.5mm headphone jack on your phone?


No need to worry 📞 We believe these products represent the future of seamless audio connectivity. Think of Type C as the universal language that all modern devices are learning to speak. It's like having a master key that works with your smartphone, laptop, tablet, and practically every new device you'll buy. These headphones connect directly to your Type C port, delivering pristine digital audio without any dongles or adapters cluttering your setup.


The direct Type C connection ensures both convenience and optimal audio performance, maintaining the integrity of your listening experience through a clean digital signal path. You'll enjoy plug and play functionality with universal compatibility, eliminating those frustrating moments of searching for the right adapter.


When you encounter "📱 Works Great with Type C" products, expect seamless connectivity with modern devices and future proof design that grows with your tech ecosystem.

🔌 Upgradeable Cable

Not satisfied with the current cable? No problem 🔧!


We believe in giving you complete freedom to customise your listening experience. These IEMs feature detachable cable systems that let you swap, upgrade, or replace cables whenever you want. Think of it like having a modular smartphone you can upgrade individual components without replacing the whole device. Whether you're looking to improve sound quality, try different materials, or simply replace a worn cable, the choice is entirely yours.


The standardised upgradeable cable connection ensures compatibility with a wide range of aftermarket cables, giving you access to different sound characteristics and build qualities. This modular approach means your IEMs can evolve with your audio journey, allowing for easy maintenance and personalisation.


When you spot "🔌 Upgradeable Cable" products, expect future flexibility and the freedom to customise your audio experience through cable upgrades and replacements.

🪖 Built like a Tank

Durability concerns? Rest assured 💪.


We tend to describe these products as audio equipment that's built to survive anything you can throw at them. These headphones incorporate high grade metal components and reinforced design elements that ensure they can handle demanding conditions while maintaining structural integrity. Think of them as the military grade vehicles of the audio world over engineered for reliability and built to last decades, not just years.


The metal construction provides exceptional strength and longevity while contributing to a premium feel that serious audio enthusiasts appreciate. Whether you're a professional who needs reliable daily use equipment or someone who values long term investment in audio gear 🏗️.


When you encounter "🪖 Built like a Tank" products, expect unmatched robustness and durability you can count on for years of intensive use.


Why it Sounds Amazing

🔈 Dynamic Driver

The dynamic powerhouse of your sound ⚡!


We believe dynamic drivers are like the "reliable workhorses" of the headphone world they've been perfected over decades and continue to deliver incredible performance. This driver design uses a lightweight diaphragm attached to a voice coil suspended within a permanent magnetic field, enabling precise and responsive movement that produces sound with remarkable efficiency. Think of them like precision engines that convert electrical energy into acoustic energy with impressive power and naturalness.


Dynamic drivers excel at delivering powerful and authoritative bass reproduction, clear midrange frequencies, and vibrant high frequencies. The inherent strengths ensure your music is reproduced with impressive dynamics and energy that stays true to the artist's intent 🎶.


When you see "🔈 Dynamic Driver" products, expect energetic, natural sound with excellent dynamics that bring every note and beat to life with exceptional realism.

🌶️ V-shaped Sound Signature

We love describing V shaped sound as the audio equivalent of extra toppings on a pizza more bass and treble, with a little less midrange in between. It’s fun, energetic, and instantly engaging. If you enjoy music that thumps and sparkles, this is the sound signature that grabs your attention and doesn't let go. 🔊


What’s technically happening is that both the low and high frequencies are emphasised, while the midrange is slightly recessed. This gives you punchy bass, crisp vocals, and sparkling highs, which works especially well with pop, EDM, and hip hop. The trade off? Some detail in vocals or instruments might take a backseat. But for everyday listening, V shaped sound is addictive and thrilling.

🌋 Explosive Sub-Bass

We’ve found that explosive sub-bass feels like standing near a massive cinema subwoofer where the air itself seems to move. Think of it like distant thunder rolling beneath your music, creating a physical foundation you feel as much as you hear 🌋. This tuning dives into the lowest depths of the frequency range, adding cinematic scale to movies and electronic tracks. Instead of simply hearing bass notes, listeners experience a tactile, visceral rumble that makes sound feel larger, deeper, and more immersive.


Here’s what’s actually happening. Sub-bass emphasis targets the deepest frequencies, often below 60Hz, where physical vibration lives 🎧. This creates greater extension, atmospheric weight, and room filling depth, giving sound a powerful sense of scale. This headphone or gear is engineered to reach the lowest depths of the frequency range, delivering a tactile and visceral experience. It focuses on that physical sensation of air moving, providing a foundation that feels as much as it sounds. When tuned well, the result is a clean, controlled low-end foundation that enhances impact without muddying the mix.


When you see “🌋 Explosive Sub-Bass” products, expect deep cinematic rumble and thunderous low-end power that brings movies and bass-heavy music to life.

✨ Bright & Sparkly Highs

Who says treble can't be done right ⭐?


We tend to describe these headphones as having "magical sparkle" in the high frequencies that makes cymbals shimmer and vocals shine without ever becoming harsh. These products excel in delivering pristine, crystalline high frequencies with remarkable precision and finesse. Think of it like the difference between cheap glitter and real diamonds both sparkle, but one does it with elegance and refinement that never hurts your eyes.


The treble presentation is masterfully tuned to showcase delicate nuances in the upper register, offering brilliant and engaging listening without fatigue. Every cymbal shimmer, violin overtone, and vocal harmony is reproduced with exceptional clarity and natural brilliance ✨.


When you see "✨ Bright & Sparkly Highs" products, expect extraordinary treble clarity that discovers new layers of detail while maintaining smooth, fatigue free listening.

📌 Sharp & Precise Details

Are you a lover of sharp and precise details 🔍?


We believe that detail retrieval is like having audio superpowers suddenly, you hear things in familiar songs that you never knew existed. These premium headphones are meticulously engineered to deliver remarkably detailed and precise sound reproduction, capturing every subtle nuance with exceptional accuracy. Think of them like high resolution cameras for your ears that reveal the finest textures and micro details that most headphones simply miss.


The carefully tuned drivers and advanced acoustic design ensure even the most delicate musical elements are reproduced with stunning precision. From the gentle brush of a cymbal to the subtle resonance of acoustic instruments, these products capture and present every sonic detail with remarkable accuracy 🎯.


When you see "📌 Sharp & Precise Details" products, expect extraordinary detail resolution that reveals new layers in familiar recordings with stunning clarity and precision.

🧨 Aggressive and Energetic

Ready for an audio adrenaline rush 🏃‍♂️?


We love describing these headphones as having "lightning in a bottle" energy that keeps you on the edge of your seat. These are specifically engineered to deliver powerful, high energy sound that makes every listening session feel like an adventure. Think of them like energy drinks for your ears they transform ordinary tracks into pulse pounding sonic experiences that keep you motivated and energised throughout your day.


The sound signature is carefully tuned to emphasise punch, impact, and musical drive, ensuring every beat hits with authority and excitement. These products excel at delivering intense, vibrant audio with exceptional dynamic contrast ⚡.


When you see "🧨 Aggressive and Energetic" products, expect high energy performance that transforms your music into consistently exciting and invigorating sonic adventures.

Experience Power, Speed & Balance With Campfire Audio Chimera

The Campfire Audio Chimera brings together four entirely different driver technologies into a single flagship IEM, but what makes it impressive isn’t just the complexity. It’s how naturally everything comes together. The lows feel physical and textured, the mids carry weight and realism, and the highs stretch effortlessly with remarkable speed and openness. Nothing feels stitched together or artificially boosted. It sounds coherent. Purposeful. Mature. Campfire Audio spent over fifty acoustic revisions refining Chimera’s tuning, and it shows. This is the kind of flagship that doesn’t overwhelm you with technicality for the sake of it. Instead, it draws you deeper into the music with a presentation that feels powerful, spacious, and emotionally engaging without losing control. The kind of tuning that keeps you listening long after you planned to stop.

Four Driver Technologies. One Cohesive Sound.

The Campfire Audio Chimera combines a 10mm bone conduction driver, a 10mm True Glass dynamic driver, three balanced armatures, and four electrostatic super tweeters into one remarkably cohesive presentation. The True Glass driver, developed alongside Glass Acoustic Innovations, delivers bass that feels textured, physical, and fast, with impressive control and natural decay. Supporting this is the shell-embedded bone conduction driver, designed to add dimensionality and tactile low-end presence without sounding exaggerated or disconnected. Together with the balanced armatures and EST drivers handling detail, layering, and air, Chimera’s quadbrid architecture feels less like a showcase of driver count and more like a carefully engineered system where every driver has a clear purpose.

Carefully Tuned For Cohesion & Spatial Depth

What makes Chimera impressive is not just the hardware, but the restraint and engineering behind it. Campfire Audio refined the acoustic routing and spatial tuning through more than fifty revisions, carefully shaping how every driver interacts across the frequency range. Hybrid vintage ceramic-film capacitors help unify the presentation, while a final-stage tuning damper inside the nozzle smooths and balances the output. The result is a presentation that feels layered, expansive, and highly resolving without becoming analytical or sterile. There’s detail everywhere, but it never sounds forced.

Magnesium, Carbon Fibre & Brass. Built Like A Flagship

Chimera feels every bit like a top-tier Campfire Audio flagship. The CNC-machined electro-plated PVD magnesium housing was chosen specifically for its resonant properties, helping enhance the physicality of the low-end response while remaining lightweight and durable. The Damascus-style carbon fibre and brass lid gives every pair a unique visual identity, with no two units looking exactly alike. Even the venting system and machined brass nozzle have been carefully considered for long-term comfort, durability, and consistent acoustic performance. This is craftsmanship with intent behind every material choice.

The Return Of ALO Audio’s Valence-6 Cable

Included with Chimera is the new ALO Audio Valence-6 cable, and it’s exactly the kind of premium stock cable you expect at this level. The six-conductor design combines four high-purity copper conductors with two copper/SPC conductors for a presentation that feels clean, dynamic, and full-bodied without sounding overly coloured. Lightweight aluminium hardware keeps the cable comfortable during longer listening sessions, while the adjustable cinch and flexible construction make it practical for daily use. No immediate urge to cable-roll here. Campfire got this one right out of the box.

Four Driver Technologies. One Cohesive Sound.

The Campfire Audio Chimera combines a 10mm bone conduction driver, a 10mm True Glass dynamic driver, three balanced armatures, and four electrostatic super tweeters into one remarkably cohesive presentation. The True Glass driver, developed alongside Glass Acoustic Innovations, delivers bass that feels textured, physical, and fast, with impressive control and natural decay. Supporting this is the shell-embedded bone conduction driver, designed to add dimensionality and tactile low-end presence without sounding exaggerated or disconnected. Together with the balanced armatures and EST drivers handling detail, layering, and air, Chimera’s quadbrid architecture feels less like a showcase of driver count and more like a carefully engineered system where every driver has a clear purpose.

Carefully Tuned For Cohesion & Spatial Depth

What makes Chimera impressive is not just the hardware, but the restraint and engineering behind it. Campfire Audio refined the acoustic routing and spatial tuning through more than fifty revisions, carefully shaping how every driver interacts across the frequency range. Hybrid vintage ceramic-film capacitors help unify the presentation, while a final-stage tuning damper inside the nozzle smooths and balances the output. The result is a presentation that feels layered, expansive, and highly resolving without becoming analytical or sterile. There’s detail everywhere, but it never sounds forced.

Magnesium, Carbon Fibre & Brass. Built Like A Flagship

Chimera feels every bit like a top-tier Campfire Audio flagship. The CNC-machined electro-plated PVD magnesium housing was chosen specifically for its resonant properties, helping enhance the physicality of the low-end response while remaining lightweight and durable. The Damascus-style carbon fibre and brass lid gives every pair a unique visual identity, with no two units looking exactly alike. Even the venting system and machined brass nozzle have been carefully considered for long-term comfort, durability, and consistent acoustic performance. This is craftsmanship with intent behind every material choice.

The Return Of ALO Audio’s Valence-6 Cable

Included with Chimera is the new ALO Audio Valence-6 cable, and it’s exactly the kind of premium stock cable you expect at this level. The six-conductor design combines four high-purity copper conductors with two copper/SPC conductors for a presentation that feels clean, dynamic, and full-bodied without sounding overly coloured. Lightweight aluminium hardware keeps the cable comfortable during longer listening sessions, while the adjustable cinch and flexible construction make it practical for daily use. No immediate urge to cable-roll here. Campfire got this one right out of the box.

0.78mm 2-Pin Connectors

Recessed 2-pin sockets provide a secure connection and easy long-term cable upgrades.

ALO Audio Valence-6 Cable

A premium six-conductor cable designed for excellent conductivity, flexibility, and everyday comfort.

Housing Design

The magnesium shell and carbon fibre-brass lid combine durability, resonance control, and a uniquely handcrafted finish.

Accessories to Get you Started

1. ALO Audio Valence-6 Cable (3.5mm, 4.4mm, And USB-C DAC)
2. Black Leather Zipper Case With Built-In Display Stand
3. Foam Eartips (S, M, L)
4. Silicone Eartips (S, M, L)
5. New High & Clear Traction Silicone Eartips (S, M, L)
6. IEM Cleaning Tool
7. Microfiber Cleaning Cloth
8. CA Commemorative Pin


All You Need To Know About Campfire Audio Chimera

Driver
1DD + 3 BA + 4EST + 1 Bone Conductor Drivers
Driver Configuration
10mm True Glass Dynamic Driver
Dual Diaphragm Balanced Armature
Two High-Frequency Balanced Armatures
Quad Electrostatic Supertweeters
10mm Bone Conduction Driver
Impedance
5.5 Ohms @ 1kHz
Connector
0.78mm 2-pin
Plug
3.5mm (Single-Ended)
4.4mm (Balanced)
USB-C
Microphone
Without Mic


2 Year Warranty

Don't sweat it, this Campfire Audio - Chimera comes with a 2 Year warranty from Campfire Audio that covers manufacturing defects. All products featured on Headphone Zone are backed by an original manufacturer's warranty.

Read more about Campfire Audio's warranty in India.

Audiophiles Favourite Handmade in Oregon, USA

Founded in 2009 in Portland, Oregon, Campfire Audio is driven by an unwavering passion for quality audio reproduction. Stemming from Ken Ball's Audio Line Out, which crafted premium audio cables, the brand evolved into ALO Audio, known for high-end amplifiers and cables. This dedication laid the foundation for Campfire Audio, where skilled craftsmen relentlessly experiment with materials and technology to create extraordinary earphones.

Hand-assembled in Portland, each Campfire Audio product reflects meticulous attention to detail, resulting in top-of-the-line performance and finish. From the iconic Andromeda to the latest Solaris 2020, Campfire Audio continues to innovate, delivering world-class audio experiences backed by the trust of a company that stands firmly behind its products.

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Chimera’s real pitch is simple: Campfire is taking its most ambitious swing yet at the ultra-high-end wired IEM category.

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Other Details


Generic Name Headphone
Importer Details Importers Name: Ferrari Video
Address: 63/18, 1st Main Road, Gandhi Nagar, Chennai - 600020
Contact No: 044-24420733
Net Quantity 1
Manufacturer Details Name: Audiolineout LLC DBA: Campfire Audio
Address: 2400 Southeast Ankeny Street, Portland, Oregon 97214, United States
Package Contents Campfire Audio Chimera
ALO Audio Valence-6 Cable (3.5mm, 4.4mm, And USB-C DAC)
Black Leather Zipper Case With Built-In Display Stand
Foam Eartips (S, M, L)
Silicone Eartips (S, M, L)
New High & Clear Traction Silicone Eartips (S, M, L)
IEM Cleaning Tool
Microfiber Cleaning Cloth
CA Commemorative Pin


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