[Den Sol]

I posted my impressions on page 122 of this thread.

This is a quick review that basically sums up how I feel about the Atlas (HD 800S) and the Andromeda (HD 800):

A quick history with the Andromeda: I purchased this IEM after A/B'ing with the Jupiter. I enjoyed the Jupiter immensely. It was VERY engaging, but to me it sounded a bit too boomy in the bass where there was bass-bleed into the mid-range. I could best describe the sound-signature of the Jupiter as a big canoe. The Andromeda basically fixed this 'issue' by moving the mid-range WAY forward, but it also tamed the bass down and made it softer-sounding, yet somewhat punchy, thinner (it stood in the background in comparison to the mid-range and treble). I quickly sold the Jupiter.

I could best describe the sound-signature of the Andromeda as a space-ship. My god was it detailed! Wide! Fast! Super-speedy! Imagine a space-ship going through the universe .. the soundstage was endless. You knew something was out there in the far-out spaces, but you had to make a decision on whether or not you wanted to focus on whatever THAT was, and in the end this proved to be a give-and-take. When listening to the Andromeda I couldn't help but focus on the details, the schematics of the song being played. However, I felt that something was missing, something was too polite (the bass) and something was too emphasized (the treble). The light-speed travel was awesome, but it was almost blinding. Honestly, I'm getting WAY too carried away with these weird comparisons between sound and ships and the universe, but I'm too far deep to get out of it! The Andromeda is a great experience, but I felt that I was taking on the whole universe no matter what I was listening to and it proved to be overwhelming most of the time.

In comes the Atlas. The best way that I can describe the sound-signature of the Atlas is a pirate-ship. YArhh! I'm here to conquer everything AND I'm looking for the best that everything offers. It's aggressive, big and powerful. It knows how to navigate the sea very well. The crew is a bunch of ghosts that have been there and done that, been everywhere, seen everything that there is to see and now it just wants nostalgia, to feel alive again. The cannons go off, there's the presence of a crew member on the top of the mast looking outward and everyone is doing there job on starboard. But seriously, the Atlas just feels mature. It's more old-fashioned. I'm finally engaged with the music. I'd also like to add that the vocals are ON POINT! This is one aspect of the Andromeda that I couldn't handle (think sharp 'sssssssss' whenever I turned the volume up).. with the Atlas I am encouraged to turn the volume up.

A few other points: the cable on the Atlas is better quality (less tangle), the fit to me is good (although when I'm taking a walk it sometimes feels as if the housings with fall out, but they never do) and the Final Audio tips that it comes with are spectacular. Unfortunately I almost always had to adjust the Andromeda after every song and I'm not a fan of the over-ear wear.

In the end I decided to sell the Andromeda. I just couldn't get over analyzing every song rather than listening to it -- this is where the Atlas hugged me and never let go.

So I gather you are drawing a parallel that Atlas is more like HD800S whereas Andromeda is more like HD800 and you like the more lively presentation of Atlas (HD800S). Got it, thanks!

 

[Colors]

I have the Andro and I’m kind of missing the Atlas I used to have LOL

If only the Atlas wasn’t as heavy...

 

[Audiophonicalistic]

I have the Andro and I’m kind of missing the Atlas I used to have LOL

If only the Atlas wasn’t as heavy...

Yes I have the atlas and sold the andros. I really miss them sometimes but honestly only for a few albums. Atlas for the majority of my music is prefered.

 

[chimney189]

I'm tempted to purchase the Comet and do a comparison between it and the Atlas.. hmm.

 

[Lookout57]

I did burn-in my Vega and doing the same on the Atlas. However I can't remember what Campfire recommends on the burn-in time for their DD IEMs.

Anyone remember ?

 

[Xelpud]

So far I'm absolutely loving my new Atlases, but I've got a rather curious problem with them--of all the tips that came with them, the Final Audio large tips have been the most comfortable and produced the best sound. However, there seems to be a VERY fine line between getting a proper seal and having driver flex completely cut audio out of the IEM. Has anyone found a solution for this problem?

 

[mashuto]

So far I'm absolutely loving my new Atlases, but I've got a rather curious problem with them--of all the tips that came with them, the Final Audio large tips have been the most comfortable and produced the best sound. However, there seems to be a VERY fine line between getting a proper seal and having driver flex completely cut audio out of the IEM. Has anyone found a solution for this problem?

I have just found for me that its all about insertion angle. I try to insert them from a bit lower angled up. I seem to be able to get a pretty good seal without cutting out the audio.

 

[chimney189]

I'm starting to find that there is a fit issue for me as well, but it's not really that surprising because I do have small ears..

 

[Colors]

I'm tempted to purchase the Comet and do a comparison between it and the Atlas.. hmm.

No need for comparison. I owned the Comets and used it extensively.

I'd say the sound is closer to Andro (balanced) whereas the Atlas are hard hitting grand slam kind of like an epic drama movie (Lord of the Kings). There's no need to have the Comets when you have the Atlas.

The Andromeda on the other hand...mid-range queen...if you could own the Andromeda and the Atlas, I don't see any other combos that can beat this pairing haha. Maybe Zeus XR + Legend X...

 

[chimney189]

No need for comparison. I owned the Comets and used it extensively.

I'd say the sound is closer to Andro (balanced) whereas the Atlas are hard hitting grand slam kind of like an epic drama movie (Lord of the Kings). There's no need to have the Comets when you have the Atlas.

The Andromeda on the other hand...mid-range queen...if you could own the Andromeda and the Atlas, I don't see any other combos that can beat this pairing haha. Maybe Zeus XR + Legend X...

Thanks Colors, that helps!
Are there any down-ear wearing IEMs that you know of that mimic the sound signature of the Atlas?

 

[Colors]

Thanks Colors, that helps!
Are there any down-ear wearing IEMs that you know of that mimic the sound signature of the Atlas?

None that I know so far The sound is so grand yet clear...

 

[davidcotton]

No need for comparison. I owned the Comets and used it extensively.

I'd say the sound is closer to Andro (balanced) whereas the Atlas are hard hitting grand slam kind of like an epic drama movie (Lord of the Kings). There's no need to have the Comets when you have the Atlas.

The Andromeda on the other hand...mid-range queen...if you could own the Andromeda and the Atlas, I don't see any other combos that can beat this pairing haha. Maybe Zeus XR + Legend X...

Unless you buy the comets to tide you over whilst saving for the atlas

 

[chimney189]

I'm looking to buy some new tips and come across these: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00AQU2VL...d_r=8fb4a729-a55e-11e8-9205-3139c21ec8a0&th=1

Does anyone know which style I would need to choose? (100, 200, 400 or 500)
They have a compatibility link, but the Atlas isn't featured for Campfire Audio.

 

[Jearly410]

I'm looking to buy some new tips and come across these: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00AQU2VL...d_r=8fb4a729-a55e-11e8-9205-3139c21ec8a0&th=1

Does anyone know which style I would need to choose? (100, 200, 400 or 500)
They have a compatibility link, but the Atlas isn't featured for Campfire Audio.

400 is the correct size. 500 has a tendency to stay stuck in the ear during removal.

 

[davidcotton]

400 is the correct size. 500 has a tendency to stay stuck in the ear during removal.

Yep, some custom tips I had done by custom art had the t-400 nozzle size, and they fit fine. This is the problem I have tip rolling. By the time you've done a few (particularly in the uk), you may as well stump up for a set of impressions and have done with it.