Symphonium Helios SE VS Campfire Andromeda 2020

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Symphonium Helios SE and Campfire Andromeda 2020 use 4BA and 5BA driver setups respectively. Symphonium Helios SE costs $1,150 while Campfire Andromeda 2020 costs $1,100. Symphonium Helios SE is $50 more expensive. Symphonium Helios SE holds a decisive 1.6-point edge in reviewer scores (8 vs 6.5). Symphonium Helios SE has significantly better bass with a 1-point edge, Symphonium Helios SE has significantly better mids with a 1-point edge, Symphonium Helios SE has better treble with a 0.5-point edge, Symphonium Helios SE has significantly better dynamics with a 2-point edge, Symphonium Helios SE has significantly better details with a 1-point edge and Campfire Andromeda 2020 has significantly better imaging with a 1.5-point edge.

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Metric Symphonium Helios SE Campfire Andromeda 2020
Bass 7 6
Mids 8 7
Treble 8 7.5
Details 8 7
Imaging 7.5 9
Dynamics 7 5
Tonality 7.9 6.4
Technicalities 7.9 8

Symphonium Helios SE Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Precogvision
Jays Audio Nymz

Average Reviewer Score:

8

Very Positive


Campfire Andromeda 2020 Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Precogvision Tim Tuned

Average Reviewer Score:

6.5

Mixed to Positive


Symphonium Helios SE User Review Score

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Symphonium Helios SE Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

  • The gaming score is prioritizing technical capabilities of the IEM (Separation, Layering, Soundstage) and good value.

Gaming Score

6.9

Gaming Grade

B+

Campfire Andromeda 2020 Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

  • The gaming score is prioritizing technical capabilities of the IEM (Separation, Layering, Soundstage) and good value.

Gaming Score

6.5

Gaming Grade

B+

Symphonium Helios SE Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

A
  • Well-executed tonal character. No major flaws with good technical control. Smooth presentation works with multiple genres.

Average Technical Grade

A
  • Good technical performance. Clear separation and decent detail retrieval across various tracks. Soundstage shows reasonable width and depth.
Bass A-
Strong, well-defined bass with good texture. Delivers satisfying punch and rumble without overwhelming other frequencies.
Mids A+
Superb midrange that's rich and resolving. Exceptional transparency and micro-details with perfect vocal/instrument balance.
Treble A+
Superb treble: effortless extension with crystal clarity. Perfect balance of sparkle and smoothness with exceptional detail.
Dynamics A-
Excellent dynamics with great contrast and speed. Transients are crisp and micro-details are clearly articulated.
Details A+
Exceptional resolution that uncovers the deepest layers. Retrieves even the most minute details while maintaining natural timbre.
Imaging A
Excellent imaging: precise and stable placement. Instruments occupy specific points in space with tangible positions.
Gaming B+
Respectable environmental presentation favors atmosphere over precision. Detects obvious directional cues while conveying game world ambiance. Bad value-to-cost for gaming purpose - not recommended

Campfire Andromeda 2020 Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

B
  • Generally enjoyable tonal character with some noticeable unevenness. Maintains listenability while showing room for refinement in frequency balance.

Average Technical Grade

A+
  • Very competent with articulate presentation. Well-defined layers and precise imaging. Soundstage is immersive and handles dynamics well.
Bass B
Good bass foundation with decent impact. Maintains acceptable control while providing satisfying thump in most tracks.
Mids A-
Excellent midrange with natural timbre and great detail retrieval. Vocals are forward and emotive with lifelike instrument reproduction.
Treble A
Excellent treble: airy, extended and well-controlled. Great micro-detail retrieval without sibilance or harshness.
Dynamics C+
Decent dynamic performance. Good macro-contrast but micro-dynamics could be more nuanced. Satisfactory impact.
Details A-
Excellent detail retrieval: highly resolving without being clinical. Effortlessly reveals micro-details and textural subtleties.
Imaging S
Reference-class imaging: perfectly pinpoint accuracy in 3D space. Utterly realistic placement with zero positional drift.
Gaming B+
Respectable environmental presentation favors atmosphere over precision. Detects obvious directional cues while conveying game world ambiance. Bad value-to-cost for gaming purpose - not recommended

Symphonium Helios SE Reviews

Reviewed by: Jays Audio

Jays Audio 8.5 Reviewer Score
S- Tuning
S- Tech
Best Treble around it's price. Super airy but still smooth. Bass-scoop isn't as bad as I thought, but those who want mid-bass - avoid it.

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Reviewed by: Nymz

Nymz 8.1 Reviewer Score
A+ Tuning
A+ Tech
Limited to 50 units. A huge improvement fit wise versus the original. Great TOTL all-rounder. Great sub, upper mids and treble. Mid-bass is an improvement but still not boosted. Great technical chops while fixing the sense of plasticness the original had.

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Bass: A- Mids: A+ Treble: S Details: A+ Imaging: A+

Reviewed by: Precogvision

Precogvision 7.4 Reviewer Score
A- Tuning
A- Tech
See Helios but with more mid-treble and mid-bass.

Precogvision original ranking

Precogvision Youtube Channel
Bass: A- Mids: A+ Treble: A- Dynamics: A- Details: A+ Imaging: A-

Campfire Andromeda 2020 Reviews

Reviewed by: Precogvision

Precogvision 6.9 Reviewer Score
B+ Tuning
A- Tech
Out-of-head imaging, plus terrific layering chops and musicality. Stay away if you want good bass.

Precogvision original ranking

Precogvision Youtube Channel
Bass: C+ Mids: A- Treble: A+ Dynamics: C+ Details: A- Imaging: S

Reviewed by: Tim Tuned

Tim Tuned 6 Reviewer Score
B Tuning
S Tech
Extremely airy soundstage Slightly bright, not very natural mids

Tim Tuned original ranking

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Bass: A- Mids: A- Treble: A-

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