Campfire Audio's stellar IEMs promise one giant leap for sound – but getting a pair won't be easy

Campfire Audio Moon Rover
(Image credit: Campfire Audio)

Campfire Audio has never been a particularly subtle brand. The premium audio company, known for striking in-ear designs such as the Fathom and Andromeda IEMs tends to blend angular, out-there configurations with rather exclusive price tags. The company's new monitors – the rather spiffy Moon Rover in-ears – continue that tradition, melding out-there looks with the sort of exclusivity that should have money-laden audio collectors reaching for their bulging wallets. 

Built by hand in the States, just 888 units of the Moon Rover will be available worldwide, meaning that nabbing a pair for yourself will put you in a pretty select club. According to the makers, the Moon Rover in-ears offer "the most neutral, analytical sound signatures of the brand’s current line-up", with crystal clear detail complemented by an impactful upper register and refined, balanced mid-low frequencies. 

In pursuit of such sonic ambitions, the Moon Rover monitors utilise 12mm magnetic planar dynamic drivers, capable of moving at high speeds for a responsive, analytical and more well-defined sonic reproduction.

Campfire Audio Moon Rover

(Image credit: Campfire Audio)

Each unit is hand-finished and encased in a flame-treated titanium shell to give the in-ear headphones that striking signature look. The monitors themselves feature a PVD steel spout and gold-plated screws, while the exterior shells sport a colourful, cosmic look with hints of blue, purple, and yellow depending on how they catch the light. 

The new IEMs also come with an included waxed leather case and a 3.5mm cable, as well as a choice of small, medium and large foam and silicone tips. The Campfire Audio Moon Rover are available now, priced at £1199 / $1199 / AU$1999. 

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Harry McKerrell
Senior staff writer

Harry McKerrell is a senior staff writer at What Hi-Fi?. During his time at the publication, he has written countless news stories alongside features, advice and reviews of products ranging from floorstanding speakers and music streamers to over-ear headphones, wireless earbuds and portable DACs. He has covered launches from hi-fi and consumer tech brands, and major industry events including IFA, High End Munich and, of course, the Bristol Hi-Fi Show. When not at work he can be found playing hockey, practising the piano or trying to pet strangers' dogs.

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