Campfire Astrolith VS Fort Ears Mefisto

IEM Comparison: Expert & Community Scores Side-by-Side

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Campfire Astrolith and Fort Ears Mefisto are in-ear monitors. Campfire Astrolith costs $2,200 while Fort Ears Mefisto costs $2,900. Fort Ears Mefisto is $700 more expensive. Campfire Astrolith holds a slight 0.1-point edge in reviewer scores (9 vs 9). Fort Ears Mefisto has significantly better mids with a 2.5-point edge, Campfire Astrolith has better treble with a 0.5-point edge and Campfire Astrolith has better dynamics with a 0.5-point edge.

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Metric Campfire Astrolith Fort Ears Mefisto
Bass 9 8
Mids 6 8.5
Treble 9 8.5
Details 9 8.5
Soundstage 8 9
Imaging 9 8.5
Dynamics 9 8.5
Tonality 8 8.3
Technicalities 9 8.5
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Campfire Astrolith Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Jaytiss

Average Reviewer Score:

9

Outstanding

Fort Ears Mefisto Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Smirk Audio
Head-Fi.org

Average Reviewer Score:

9

Outstanding

Reviews Comparison

Campfire Astrolith (more reviews)

Campfire Astrolith reviewed by Jaytiss

Jaytiss 9 Reviewer Score
A+ Tuning
S Tech
One of the most engaging sets I've ever heard.

Jaytiss original ranking

Jaytiss Youtube Channel
Mids: B Treble: S Dynamics: S Soundstage: A+

Fort Ears Mefisto (more reviews)

Fort Ears Mefisto reviewed by Smirk Audio

Smirk Audio 8.4 Reviewer Score
A+ Tuning
S- Tech
Demoed with "Temptation" cable.

Smirk Audio original ranking

Smirk Audio Head-Fi Profile

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

Fort Ears Mefisto reviewed by Head-Fi.org

Head-Fi.org 9.5 * score rescaled + normalized
2 community members have rated the Fort Ears Mefisto at an average of 5.0/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Masterpiece.

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Head-Fi.org original ranking

Campfire Astrolith User Review Score

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Campfire Astrolith Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

7.2

Gaming Grade

A-

Fort Ears Mefisto 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 Astrolith Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

A+
  • The tonal balance is polished and expressive, highlighting emotion without sacrificing accuracy. It keeps emotional weight without sacrificing accuracy.

Average Technical Grade

S
  • The technical ceiling is high here, revealing fine gradations without breaking composure. Every instrument carves out its own pocket in the mix.
Mids B
The mids are articulate and well-balanced, lending body to instruments. Instrument layering remains stable.
Treble S
Expect an astonishingly pure top end that reveals every nuance without fatigue. Nothing in the highs feels exaggerated.
Dynamics S
Expect a stunning blend of micro and macro dynamics that mirrors live energy. Soft and loud contrasts are breathtaking.
Soundstage A+
Exceptional soundstage with holographic imaging that lets instruments float naturally around you. It paints a holographic bubble around you.
Gaming A-
Good fundamental spatial awareness for most gaming scenarios. Handles basic positioning well but may lack nuance in complex situations. Bad value-to-cost for gaming purpose - not recommended

Fort Ears Mefisto Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

A+
  • Expect a tasteful, well-judged response that feels both musical and true to the source. Great synergy with a wide range of genres.

Average Technical Grade

S-
  • The presentation is crisp and expansive, handling complex passages with impressive ease. Low-level details remain audible in quiet passages.
Bass A+
It delivers flagship-worthy bass, rich in both rumble and nuance. Reference tracks showcase its grip.
Mids S-
Midrange quality is superb, rich with resolving power and transparency. Micro-details leap out effortlessly.
Treble S-
It delivers superb treble brilliance that stays pure even in complex passages. It adds excitement while staying pure.
Dynamics S-
You get a masterful mix of slam and finesse across every track. Music breathes with realism.
Details S-
Complex productions unravel completely, letting you examine every thread. Textures are rendered with exquisite finesse.
Imaging S-
Exceptional imaging with holographic precision that creates a palpable sense of placement. It creates a near-holographic placement.
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

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