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Drop + Campfire Audio Darkstar IEMs
joeshtesh475
49
Dec 14, 2024
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Maybe a little too dark....
First pair had cable issues and a loose mmcx connector. Very large channel imbalance too. Not off to a great start, and unable to get a refund so I had to do a swap :/.
Shell and nozzle are quite large. I am unable to get a comfortable fit. The shells awkwardly protrude from my ears and are heavy on my concha. The included foam tips are also quite uncomfortable, they aren't as soft or isolating as ones from other oems, like comply or westone. The nozzles are thick and wide, so take that into consideration as well.
The included cable is also very stiff and the plastic ear hookups also scratch, feel rough on the skin. The stiffness from plastic casing creates this leverage that also has a tendency to force the iems out of the ear.
The bass quality is high and can be very commanding , HOWEVER, the bass also bleeds into the mids and these iems do sound boxy on certain tracks; I think they are too warm. There isn't enough ear gain and air in the treble to balance out the bass, I find it be a very uneven sound signature. If you REALLY love bass and you can get a good seal, maybe get these? But honestly these sound a lot like cheaper westone models, ones that are derided for being too dark and muddy.
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SmithW
29
Feb 2, 2025
joeshtesh475I'm sorry you were the proverbial canary in the coal mine. I really do appreciate your balanced review, and I'm sure you saved a bunch of us from trying these. There's so much good from Campfire, a bit of "meh," and not much bad, so I'm usually willing to give their stuff a shot. I'll take a pass this time, however.
While reading your review, I couldn't help but wonder if Campfire proper (i.e., not Drop) would be willing to help you with a replacement. I doubt that a refund would be remotely possible, but maybe they'd be willing to slide you into a different model. My limited experience with their CS has been fantastic, and I've heard nothing but good things from others.
Shawnyd1234
1
Feb 7, 2025
joeshtesh475I would send those to campfire if you can. I had the same issue as you with my first pair. Almost as if they sent me your old set. But my replacement was completely different. A much more defined bass and a better all around sound. I can’t take them out of my ears now. Hopefully, campfire can help you out with these inconsistencies.
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