I have a pair of Elears and some T90s, both of which I like for different music. I want to try a planar headphone next, and would also like something closed so I can use in public. I also have Campfirw Andromedas (which I adore) for public but sometimes I want something ... bigger? I’ve heard good things about the AFC.
My question is if the AFC works as a good compliment to the other headphones I have? I’m new to the audiophile world and I’d like to put significant time into listening to different types of headphones. Right now it’s a toss up between going Planar with the AFC, or going for huge soundstage with something like the HD800s, which would also be a different sound from what I have right now.
I am leaning towards Mr Speakers, partly because I much prefer the idea of supporting people deeply involved in the community, but wonder if it’s different enough from the Elears and Andros?
(Forgot to add: I have a few desktop amp/dacs at home but primarily use a Mojo, or drive directly from Todal on an iPhone6 for the andros)
I have the Elear, Andro, and AFC, as well as a Vega and others, so I’ll give you my view. The AFC is the headphone equivalent to the Andro, and is one level better in every way. I use my Andro when out and about but at home the Aeon is chosen over it every time.
(Oh and I’m so tempted by the Vegas too - how do they fit into your listening?)
(Edit again: your headphone list reads like what I’m aiming for ... my TH-X00s arrive this week, got the Purple Hearts, and I have been thinking about Atticus and Nighthawks for a while. Throw in the Meze classic and that’s basically al the cans I’m looking at ahah)
That you, I found the page. HK and Guangdong, both a little far to audition (2000miles) but postage from HK is usually fast
Just as a note, I couldn’t find the store locator link within your website. I had to go back to google and search MrSpeakers Store Locator. I’m viewing on mobile.
That you, I found the page. HK and Guangdong, both a little far to audition (2000miles) but postage from HK is usually fast
Just as a note, I couldn’t find the store locator link within your website. I had to go back to google and search MrSpeakers Store Locator. I’m viewing on mobile.
I have the Elear, Andro, and AFC, as well as a Vega and others, so I’ll give you my view. The AFC is the headphone equivalent to the Andro, and is one level better in every way. I use my Andro when out and about but at home the Aeon is chosen over it every time.
I disagree. I also have the Campfire Andromeda with the upgraded Reference 8 cable and I wouldn’t say the AFC is at a higher level.
The Andromeda is better in transparency and details but the AFC is more coherent and better soundstage but at the cost of lower fidelity. Also the Andromeda with the Reference 8 cable delivers a satisfying bass. This is based on the Poly + Mojo and ofcourse might be different on an other setup.
I disagree. I also have the Campfire Andromeda with the upgraded Reference 8 cable and I wouldn’t say the AFC is at a higher level.
The Andromeda is better in transparency and details but the AFC is more coherent and better soundstage but at the cost of lower fidelity. Also the Andromeda with the Reference 8 cable delivers a satisfying bass. This is based on the Poly + Mojo and ofcourse might be different on an other setup.
I’m using the iDSD micro black label for both. To my ears they are both excellent at not accentuating any part of the music, everything is well balanced, with an exception of the bass being dependent on the oi of source for the Andro. With xbass enabled in the micro for the Aeon and using ultra low sensitivity for the Andro both put out a good clean elevated bass.
I’ve not noticed any details missing between the two, and the Aeon takes the Andro sound and makes you even more immersed in it.
I’m using the iDSD micro black label for both. To my ears they are both excellent at not accentuating any part of the music, everything is well balanced, with an exception of the bass being dependent on the oi of source for the Andro. With xbass enabled in the micro for the Aeon and using ultra low sensitivity for the Andro both put out a good clean elevated bass.
I’ve not noticed any details missing between the two, and the Aeon takes the Andro sound and makes you even more immersed in it.
Could be. The Campfire Andromeda is the most source sensitive headphone / IEM I have ever experienced. Even the cables has a significant impact. So i am not surprised about your results on the iFi black label.
I'm looking for a closed back that will give me something none of my other closed backs (including the Beyer t5p gen 2) give me. That is a refined airy top end. Does the AFC have this?
I'd suggest that treble quality has at least as much to do with the DAC as the headphone - possibly more.
Paired with a DAC that treats treble correctly they are fine. Mostly smooth and reasonably detailed. Not the sparkle of a HD800S/HEKv2, but what would you expect? It's a closed can that costs a lot less than either of these.
I’m using the iDSD micro black label for both. To my ears they are both excellent at not accentuating any part of the music, everything is well balanced, with an exception of the bass being dependent on the oi of source for the Andro. With xbass enabled in the micro for the Aeon and using ultra low sensitivity for the Andro both put out a good clean elevated bass.
I’ve not noticed any details missing between the two, and the Aeon takes the Andro sound and makes you even more immersed in it.
I disagree. I also have the Campfire Andromeda with the upgraded Reference 8 cable and I wouldn’t say the AFC is at a higher level.
The Andromeda is better in transparency and details but the AFC is more coherent and better soundstage but at the cost of lower fidelity. Also the Andromeda with the Reference 8 cable delivers a satisfying bass. This is based on the Poly + Mojo and ofcourse might be different on an other setup.
This site uses cookies to help personalise content, tailor your experience and to keep you logged in if you register.
By continuing to use this site, you are consenting to our use of cookies.
