Campfire Polaris V2 VS ThieAudio Hype 2

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Campfire Polaris V2 and ThieAudio Hype 2 use 1DD+1BA and 2DD+2BA driver setups respectively. Campfire Polaris V2 costs $500 while ThieAudio Hype 2 costs $299. Campfire Polaris V2 is $201 more expensive. ThieAudio Hype 2 holds a decisive 2.2-point edge in reviewer scores (4 vs 6.2).

Insights

Metric Campfire Polaris V2 ThieAudio Hype 2
Bass 4 6
Mids 4 6.5
Treble 4 6.3
Details 4 6
Soundstage 4 7
Imaging 4 5.5
Dynamics 4 5.5
Tonality 4 6.5
Technicalities 4 6.4
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Campfire Polaris V2 Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Crin

Average Reviewer Score:

4

Unfavorable

ThieAudio Hype 2 Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Z-Reviews
Nymz
Jaytiss Yifang Precogvision Tim Tuned Gizaudio Axel
Jays Audio
Super* Review

Average Reviewer Score:

6.2

Mixed to Positive

Reviews Comparison

Campfire Polaris V2 (more reviews)

Campfire Polaris V2 reviewed by Crin

Crin 4 Reviewer Score
C- Tuning
C- Tech
Overwhelming amounts of bass only slightly balanced out by a midtreble emphasis.

Crin original ranking

Crin Youtube Channel

ThieAudio Hype 2 (more reviews)

ThieAudio Hype 2 reviewed by Super* Review

Super* Review 8* * score rescaled + normalized
Imagin is fantastic and stands out. Hype 2 is a pretty good place to start in the hobby

Super* Review original ranking

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ThieAudio Hype 2 reviewed by Jays Audio

Jays Audio 7 Reviewer Score
A+ Tuning
A Tech
Mini-Monarch MK3 with less bass and details. 80% there. Harmanish tuning, and best all-rounder before Studio 4.

Jays Audio original ranking

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ThieAudio Hype 2 reviewed by Jaytiss

Jaytiss 6.8 Reviewer Score
B- Tuning
C+ Tech
Just not right for me, but solid.

Jaytiss original ranking

Jaytiss Youtube Channel
Mids: B Treble: C+ Dynamics: C+ Soundstage: A-

ThieAudio Hype 2 reviewed by Yifang

Yifang 6.5 Reviewer Score
A Tuning
B+ Tech
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ThieAudio Hype 2 reviewed by Precogvision

Precogvision 6.1 Reviewer Score
B Tuning
B Tech
Poor bass performance and sounds like surface-level detailing due to mid-treble recession despite great frequency response.

Precogvision original ranking

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

ThieAudio Hype 2 reviewed by Tim Tuned

Tim Tuned 6 Reviewer Score
B Tuning
A+ Tech
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Tim Tuned original ranking

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

ThieAudio Hype 2 reviewed by Gizaudio Axel

Gizaudio Axel 6 Reviewer Score
B Tuning
B+ Tech
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Gizaudio Axel original ranking

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ThieAudio Hype 2 reviewed by Nymz

Nymz 5.7 Reviewer Score
B- Tuning
B- Tech
Good sub-bass but lackluster impact in the mid-bass. Mid-range is fine, but could use more separation/layering. Good techs for the price.

Nymz original ranking

Nymz Website

Bass: C+ Mids: B Treble: B Details: B Imaging: C+

ThieAudio Hype 2 reviewed by Z-Reviews

Z-Reviews 4 * score rescaled + normalized
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Campfire Polaris V2 User Review Score

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ThieAudio Hype 2 User Review Score

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Campfire Polaris V2 Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

3.8

Gaming Grade

D+

ThieAudio Hype 2 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+

Campfire Polaris V2 Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

C-
  • The tuning lacks refinement, jumping between dull and shouty without settling. Vocals frequently sound off-kilter.

Average Technical Grade

C-
  • Resolution is limited, masking finer nuances and narrowing the soundstage. Busy mixes still overwhelm it with ease.
Gaming D+
Compromised imaging significantly impacts gameplay awareness. Directional cues often lack accuracy or consistency. Bad value-to-cost for gaming purpose - not recommended

ThieAudio Hype 2 Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

B+
  • It sounds pleasant overall, with some uneven spots that hint at room for refinement. Vocals remain pleasant despite the imperfections.

Average Technical Grade

B
  • It offers a competent showing, maintaining cohesion on straightforward arrangements. Complex passages start to challenge it, but never derail the show.
Bass B
The bass brings healthy impact, complementing mixes without overpowering them. It keeps up with faster passages cleanly.
Mids B+
It offers engaging mid frequencies with pleasing clarity and layering. Details emerge without becoming harsh.
Treble B
Treble response is good, delivering clarity and sparkle without fatigue. Hi-hats sound lively without sting.
Dynamics B-
You get reliable macrodynamics, with micro shifts that remain only adequate. A reliable performer for most tracks.
Soundstage A-
All dimensions bloom together, producing an expansive venue that feels carefully rendered. You can map the ensemble easily.
Details B
You hear inner textures easily, even when the arrangement piles on layers. You can hear subtle studio effects.
Imaging B-
A stable phantom center appears, lending vocals a consistent anchor. It maintains a coherent phantom center.
Gaming B+
Respectable environmental presentation favors atmosphere over precision. Detects obvious directional cues while conveying game world ambiance. Value-to-cost may not be optimal for gaming-focused users.

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