Pocket-sized hi-fi from Campfire Audio: Solaris, Polaris II & Andromeda

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This video sponsored by dCS: www.dcsltd.co.uk/
Camera: Olaf von Voss | Editor: John Darko | Motion GFX: João
(Filmed December 2019)
After at least nine months of living with each of ‘em, here are my thoughts on three VERY different sounding IEMs from Portland’s Campfire Audio.
Campfire Audio Polaris II (US$499):
campfireaudio.com/shop/polari...
Campfire Audio Andromeda (US$1099):
campfireaudio.com/shop/androm...
Campfire Audio Solaris (US$1499):
campfireaudio.com/shop/solaris/
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Also featured in this video…
Chord Mojo / Poly:
darko.audio/2018/03/going-hom...
AudioQuest DragonFly Cobalt:
darko.audio/2019/07/a-short-f...
darko.audio/2019/07/10-more-t...
Roon:
darko.audio/2018/07/a-short-f...
Apple MacBook Pro 16”:
www.apple.com/macbook-pro-16/
LG V40:
darko.audio/2019/10/a-journey...
Final D8000:
snext-final.com/en/products/d...
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Playlists…
Spotify:
open.spotify.com/playlist/06F...
Tidal:
tidal.com/browse/playlist/da2...
Qobuz:
open.qobuz.com/playlist/2690011
With special thanks to Signature Records.
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@cheewanng6138 4 жыл бұрын

Finally.... A reviewer with intelligent, depth and character. I love it!!

@CarlosPanades 4 жыл бұрын

One of the best sound properties descriptions I ever heard. I like to follow your videos even not being able to buy stuff you show.

@DarkoAudio 4 жыл бұрын

That's my number one aim: to make these videos interesting enough for people not necessarily interested in the hardware under consideration.

@sandybee01 4 жыл бұрын

Marvellous as always. Got me pondering where to invest - to improve my hi fi set up, or just to spend on decent head-fi gear. Your videos, individually and in aggregate, have informed my thinking in the round, and for that, most grateful.

@douglasbrooks2132 2 жыл бұрын

I just gotta say, you've never led me astray. It's hard to get honest, serious advice in this often confusing world of audio. You're advice about KEF has been spot on and I've listened closely to all you've offered on Campfire Audio. Thanks for your work.

@toddhudson9653 4 жыл бұрын

That was one of the best video's you've come out with IMHO. I can feel the passion you have for quality audio, and then incorporating that with your soundtrack with how it ties into one with the other is really amazing! And thanks to you, I am also expanding my musical horizons with the playlists you have chosen and am loving every minute of it! Top notch work! Thank you! :)

@jrlx86 4 жыл бұрын

That Robert Leiner album is an absolute gem.

@robertung135 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for introducing me to Kaputt; enjoying the album right now with my CA Atlas and Mojo :)

@jinvid 2 жыл бұрын

I just recently got a Mojo 1 and MY GOD it opened up the soundstage for me on so many songs! I couldn’t believe how each individual instrument popped out at you as well as the vocals (as well as background vocals)! I’m using them with my Massdrop HD6XXs.

@gjschillinger 4 жыл бұрын

OK, I won't ask a question. I am just happy to see you giving love to our local Portland, Oregon company Campfire Audio. Feel free to ignore me, my feelings won't get hurt. Cheers.

@dlorbieski 4 жыл бұрын

As always...thanks for your insights. Hope 2020 turns out to be your best year yet 👍👍

@janarthanansubramanian5004 4 жыл бұрын

I can see the passion and gleam in your eyes like a child with a new toy.

@MikeBissonthescribe 4 жыл бұрын

Another great video... I think what I appreciate most is how you get into using audio equipment as getting into the experience of music (which is what you said at the beginning of the video). Sometimes audio reviews and videos from other sources get hooked on measurements or other minutiae and lose the plot (why we listen to music in the first place). I really enjoy your perspective and the eloquence of your descriptions - thank you! In addition, I think your team does a tremendous job conveying the ambiance of the experiences you are describing.

@ferozfalix7455 4 жыл бұрын

Review is spot on! Auditioned all 3 of them and own both the Andromeda SS and the Solaris. Could not be happier!

@VaxtorVax 4 жыл бұрын

Great review as always! I didn't know a lot about IEMs before seeing some of your videos but I must try out in the future it seems

@iamSofaK1nG 4 жыл бұрын

Thaaank YOU John.Darko for these album drops!

@Sampardhanani 4 жыл бұрын

Another superbly done video John. Just got wowed . Awesome review as always . Looking forward to owning this thing one day. Full marks to team DARKO.

@TNPolaris Жыл бұрын

Brilliant review, I can never sit and listen to these for 20 minutes straight but this was something else!

@razzereign 4 жыл бұрын

Holy butts I was just looking to see if you had a commentary on the campfire lineup or Andromeda and this popped up and said "17 seconds ago." I feel so lucky.

@uw4ntsum342 4 жыл бұрын

This has been said millions of times but the sense of stepping into another world is definitely achieved by Björk and her entourage on Vespertine. It's so massive it honestly feel like another galaxy, especially on my favorite deep cut 'An Echo, a Stain'. If you haven't checked it out yet please do, one of my favorite albums, period.

@MrThemarty915 4 жыл бұрын

Spectacular video, as always! And great music recommendation at the beginning, I already have the 3 albums downloaded from deezer hehe.

@Nihilist13 4 жыл бұрын

Bandcamp is an excellent source for unknown or lesser music. Takes a bit of time to sift through it.

@rotaks1 4 жыл бұрын

Your comparison of these IEMs to full size speakers (Wilson’s) was very informative. Suddenly, I could relate to the prize of the IEMs. Thanks for another great episode.

@strtbaxt 2 жыл бұрын

Great video, the Robert Leiner album is outstanding, thanks.

@TorToroPorco 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the most excellent Destroyer - Kaputt album recommendation, definitely a sonic delight. A wonderful recording with space, openness, layers and air. Jazzy pop, with a smooth groove punctuated by the sharp retort of the trumpet in the background that helps create that sense of space as well as the female lead vocals that also cuts through the mellow musical undertones. Just wonderful how the music breathes and comes alive.

@uw4ntsum342 4 жыл бұрын

Young audiophile who recently was gifted a Beyerdynamic DT-1990 and a AQ Dragonfly for their birthday. Thank you so much for making this hobby accessible to people like me and not putting people of with gatekeeping etc.

@iKaGe01 4 жыл бұрын

Recently bought the T4s and really impressed so getting used to iems. Never warmed to any in the past. You're tempting me...

@Nephilim-81 4 жыл бұрын

This is an amazing video and great topic of conversation, especially since I have become so fascinated with the IEM world this past year. The IO’s were my first taste...now I’m graduating up to the Atlas cause I wanna know good of a beast the IEM concept can be. :) Very excited and I have a feeling some IEM’s are gonna replace some flagship headphones some day. I think Ken ball can do it. :)

@gyoxo2 4 жыл бұрын

Your approach is exceptionally outstanding. I like the way you think. To the point. No bullshit. Dead straight.

@donmyersmusic 4 жыл бұрын

Loved the diversity of the Music Playlist. I especially enjoyed Robert Leiner's "Aqua Viva": with its undulating Techno Pad and whale song riding above. Sublime.

@vjzapp 4 жыл бұрын

Brilliant review! I love the Solaris as well! Btw you can have the memory wire removed like I did! You will have a much comfortable fit.

@inherent777 3 жыл бұрын

Just bought the campfire Solaris a week ago and enjoying them since Monday. Rocking them with lg v50 thinq, Tidal and youtu.be premium! Thx John Darko!

@jeanm289 4 жыл бұрын

Love it how you relate sonic signatures to speakers brands, really helps new IEM entrees audiophile like me.

@gerritfridericksohn4627 4 жыл бұрын

This is best video to date. No question. Exudes professionalism. I do feel that scene in which the bell tolls and Darko installs iems while viewing buildings should have been the closing. Imo

@stephenlegg262 4 жыл бұрын

Great video. Imagine losing a pair of these on a bus or train. Would the person finding them know their worth. I wonder.

@al2813 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for referring the Destroyer album. Didn’t know it and you just made my evening!!!! Amazing music!!

@user-xb4nn6ql5l 4 жыл бұрын

I love HOLV, so I can’t wait to get my hands on the other two albums you mention - thanks for this video!

@sicklaser 4 жыл бұрын

Hahaha “all Krall and no play make John a dull boy” 😂😂😂😂

@DarrenHenley 4 жыл бұрын

Fantastic video. Thank you.

@AF-rd2vf 4 жыл бұрын

They are really good!

@damiandoucette 4 жыл бұрын

I'm currently using the Lyra II, and quite happy with them. That said, I've been tempted by the Solaris since their release. And after this video, I'm quite curious about the Rai Penta.

@bemery1979 4 жыл бұрын

Fantastic video!

@kevpmc 4 жыл бұрын

Great video John, my view of the Andromeda is pretty much as you have said in the video. I loved its clarity and layering, but craved more low end power. I took a slightly different route and got a pair of Andromeda Golds, released as a limited edition 1000 pairs. The main selling point was an extra 2 balanced armatures for the low end. This gave the Andromeda’s more low end power and boy do I love them! If you ever get a chance, take a listen.

@goldenears9748 4 жыл бұрын

Very tempting.

@jean-pierrekolly6084 4 жыл бұрын

Your dead-on description of the campfire tripplets made me own them for the while of the video, though I cannot afford them. But then, at least, I walked away with your 3 introductory CD titles, which make for an immersive new sound-scape.

@dainawilburn2390 4 жыл бұрын

Very nice. Actually wanted to explore this music. Found Cocteau Twins and Robert Leiner on Qobuz. Destroyer at my fantastic local library system here in Seattle. I run a couple of modest Wharfedale 80th Anniversary Denton's with a pair of Vandersteen 2WQ subs. Old sightly modified Dynaco Pas 3 preamp, and while I look for a new amp I'm using a free Adcom GFA 535 II, which has acquitted itself beyond my wildest dreams. Turntable by Technics SL-1200 mkii, with new upgraded arm and re-tipped and upgraded Dynavector 10x5. Currently using a Khadas Tone Board or an old HRT Streamer ii. I've had much much more expensive well regarded stuff in here, but in my smallish room 10x14x9 room this is honestly the best sound I've had. I'm 64. I go way back. Was in the business in the 70's and 80's. Used Leiner to fine tune my speaker placement. Essentially an equilateral triangle about 7 and a half feet apart. The sound on the Leiner album is expansive, deep, with bass that makes one of my windows rattle, at a fairly modest level. I'm most interested, besides in more dream pop etc that I'm really beginning to enjoy, but, having no headphones or facilities, I'm likely looking to see what you have to say about phones/ear pieces and headphone amp/DACs in the coming year. And maybe an amp. Keep up the good work. Always enjoy your reviews.

@dainawilburn2390 4 жыл бұрын

Destroyer, Kaputt is like a kaleidescope for your ears! Thanks for the tip!

@markphilpot4981 4 жыл бұрын

John, too often there are those who just don’t get it about the why high end gear is so pricey. Despite your explanation of the why, I am certain there still will be the wondering. Some will not get it because, unless you’ve worked in a high end audio environment in production or design, you won’t get it. There will always be whiners because there will always be those who want but can’t get the gear they crave. It is hard to wait. It took me five years to realize my first system. It is about impatience as much as it is about money! You can’t fix impatience! Oh well!🙄🤣👍🏻

@colinhathaway9493 4 жыл бұрын

Bought that Robert Leiner album a few weeks back. Class album

@hal1227 4 жыл бұрын

I would also suggest to try out the Atlas, they have such a deep subbass extension, which makes it perfect for electronic music. I had to relisten to a lot of Aphex Twin albums, since it unveiled layers of sound I never heard before. All in a portable enclosure. Also to make those IEM's even more portable the, ES100 or new Fiio BTR5 Bluetooth receivers, are a great companion , because they support the high res LDAC codec.

@hayesjohnny 4 жыл бұрын

Hal, have you ever heard the legend X? I want something with bass and I’m considering the atlas and legend X. Could you compare them if you have? Thanks!

@andrewcrist7377 4 жыл бұрын

This video made me go and listen to Kaputt, and damn. What an album! Added that to the Discogs want-list after the opening track.

@DisjointedConversations 4 жыл бұрын

Have you ever tried custom in ear monitors like Ultimate Ears? I can never get a truly comfortable fit with the foam/rubber tips. I also like the idea of complete isolation so I don’t have to ack my bulky Sony NC headphones when traveling.

@hartgemini007 Жыл бұрын

Hi Darko -Just wondered I’m looking at either the Solaris or Rai Penta primarily for the gym which you would choose. I currently use the excellent IFI Go Bar DAC along with Snug custom ear moulders with Sennheiser IE800’s with iPhone. Both seem to get great reviews like your & others.

@photobriangray 4 жыл бұрын

Kaputt's title track, so very good.

@SteveHorne 4 жыл бұрын

Nice review- a couple of questions. I have pretty small ear canals- do they come with some small plugs? Also- balanced headphone cables confuse me. My DAP (Sony WM1A) has both balanced 4.4mm and single-ended 3.5mm connection. Is a balanced cable an option? Also, why do I want a balanced cable?

@Nephilim-81 4 жыл бұрын

Got a pair of Atlas’s!!! Arriving next week! Look forward owning a pair of IEM’s that has impactful sub bass response. They’re the best V-shaped IEM I could think of to buy. :) My IO’s are gone in order to get the Atlas. A good upgrade I feel.

@quantum.9883 4 жыл бұрын

How are they?

@TrueBlueGamer 4 жыл бұрын

I don't know if this was requested before but I would really love to know your impressions regarding RHA's CL2 Planar. Thanks for the video and the quality.

@Audio_Revelations 21 күн бұрын

I had these old IEMS in my box set aside somewhere so I opened it and listened I was amazed how today's mid range IEMs are so much better like my Hype 4 beats all the older CFA Solaris Andromeda

@keyzersoze1400 2 жыл бұрын

10.37 :-) love your humor, John!

@tonycruciani2550 3 жыл бұрын

I’m thinking about getting the Polaris V2 my music collection is 90% edm & house all at 16bit 44.1 just would like a recommendation on what dac/amp to get as I’ll be using these mostly on a desktop iMac thanks :)

@antonhelsgaun 4 жыл бұрын

Lol, the comment about cables

@kurt120032002 4 жыл бұрын

yes, I am new tot the audio world and I can't understand the cable war. I got the various arguments, but why the emotions? can't everyone buy whatever they feel is the best investment and move on to enjoy the music?

@robertmorrison4020 4 жыл бұрын

How does the wire feel around your ear with your glasses. I wear glasses and I'm hesitant on getting a pair of IEMs.

@stephengraham296 4 жыл бұрын

A question about something at the very beginning of the video. You hang your headphones on a kind of black hanger attached to the edge of your desk. I was wondering if you could tell us where you got that? I could use one (or more) of those. Great video as always. As much as i would like to try the Solaris I can't justify the price but I think I'm going to have a hard look at the Polaris. Thanks for a very informative review.

@burt8605 4 жыл бұрын

Just curious, how do they compare to SE846? I own the Shures and love them and I am looking to possibly get a pair of Solaris. Great review BTW :)

@ionobelisk 4 жыл бұрын

Interesting observations on cable fit. Like you, I wear glasses, and I'm always a bit dubious about cables or hooks going over the ear, and if I were to spend 500+ on a set of IEMs I'd want to be damn sure they were actually comfortable. I also like that they manage isolation without a bunch of active electronics intervening.

@lukethreepointo6628 4 жыл бұрын

Spending a pretty coin on the IEM and portable head-fi makes a lot of sense from my perspective. I say so as the owner of many high-end audiophile-grade headphones over the years. The best being Empire Ears Zeus XIV (about $2,500 as I've customized them). I loved every second with them- personal audio nirvana on demand anywhere and everywhere. Have you ever heard them? Looking forward to the amazing head-fi portion of the upcoming AXPONA to pick my new on-the-go companion (after losing one of the Zeus XIV during a move 😭). Love your channel, John! It is all about music and the pleasure it gives us. The gear is there to give us the experience. Oh, one more thing: regardless of what type of music moves us. Kudos for your work and contribution to make our "hobby" a little more inclusive, more mainstream.

@stevenswall 4 жыл бұрын

The way you talk about dynamic drivers makes me wonder if you'd like the Lola. Has that tambre in the mids where it uses a dynamic driver.

@john_service 2 жыл бұрын

Really enjoyed this video. In terms of the Andromeda IEMs sounding too analytical, I was curious if you've had the opportunity to listen to Campfire's new Holocene IEM that was released last summer? My understanding from reading a few reviews is that the Holocene retains the clarity of the Andromeda's, but is closer in price and performance to the company's recently launched Mammoth IEMs (the Mammoth's apparently have replaced the Solaris II as Campfire's mid-tier bass-boosted IEM).

@Anon00731 4 жыл бұрын

Weird Science. You and Josh Valor are both “pleasure seekers” today but he’s a Krall fan with his latest. I’m patiently waiting for the Meze review next. As always Great Work from team Darko.

@pennfootball71 4 жыл бұрын

I have the Andromeda How do they sound with the upgraded cable from the Solaris? Any better bass? Mine are thin sounding as is even with my Mojo that is warm.

@dante19890 4 жыл бұрын

I good coppar cable will probably add abit more body to them.

@Dpace111 4 жыл бұрын

Hi John fantastic review, if the headphone police told you to hand in either your IEMS or Over Ears, which would you choose?

@sit-ubu-sit... 4 жыл бұрын

Final Audio E - Type Tips ... I would love to see CA offer a choice of cable termination when purchasing . Great music choices, love Robin Guthrie's whispered guitar playing!

@chocloman 4 жыл бұрын

Hey. Awesome video John. I have question. How is the combination between Solaris and Mojo amplifier??. Is it better than your iPhone/android phone???

@DarkoAudio 4 жыл бұрын

Yes.

@thatdopedude7217 4 жыл бұрын

What do you think about the final e5000 iems?

@TheLogicprouser 4 жыл бұрын

Great video as always pal. How would you rate these against the FiiO FA7 and FH7? And FA9 if you’ve tried them? Cheers

@andrewcale6100 4 жыл бұрын

Considering your product of the decade Chord Mojo, how would you say it rates against other DACs like the Myteks, RMEs etc. Maybe a good topic for a video :-]

@DarkoAudio 4 жыл бұрын

Not heard the RME. Plenty of thoughts about Mytek and Mojo on my website if you dig around.

@gregslonim4190 4 жыл бұрын

@John: As always, thank you for your work and your reviews. Caveat: De gustibus non est disputandum. My experience only, YMMV. I have auditioned both Campfire Solaris and Noble Encores and found Encores more detailed, especially at the upper range. Given the $1500 price of Solaris and a (sale) price of custom Encores (a tad over $1700) I went with custom Encores :)

@Abrikosmanden 4 жыл бұрын

I really found this comparison helpfull. You're very good at describing the differences! On a different note: Wether one believes in audible differences between cables or not, I'd argue that IEM cables should be nice to handle, be solidly build, be nice looking and be void of microphonics. So, there's that ...

@DarkoAudio 4 жыл бұрын

Agreed. Construction matters to usability as much as it does to sound.

@chrish7540 4 жыл бұрын

Have you heard any of Jerry Harvey's recent all balanced armature work at JH Audio?

@tariqaziz6551 4 жыл бұрын

I can't find my comment posted yesterday. How does the Campfire Audio Comet with balanced cabling compare to the above reviewed headphones? I am sure the comets are better value for money especially with the balanced cables

@Peter_Crow 4 жыл бұрын

I roughly had the same view of the andromeda when demoing it. Bought the se846 due to its tone and overall balance - good balance of pleasure and detail. When pairing the se846 with a Norne audio silver cable it did get closer to (generally) the andromeda sound with the se846 (standard) tilt. Now the Solaris intrigues me (though worried about the size for the ears - must demo). And from reading up on the Solaris it seems to be quite similar to the se846 though a (half) step up in detail and nuances in that regard. Anyone with personal experience of the Solaris and se846?

@Bruno-Melo 2 жыл бұрын

Hi John, if money was no issue and you had to choose between the three above mentioned, would you go with the Solaris? Or is the Polaris II the smartest choice? Thanks for all the amazing content that you give us. Cheers.

@anadoy159 4 жыл бұрын

Hey John! I just got my Polaris II and Dragon Fly AudioQuest DragonFly Cobalt. I can really feel what Cobalt is doing with Audio Technica ATH50X. But Polaris II and Dragon Fly AudioQuest DragonFly Cobalt combo is not blowing mind. Do these IEM needs some burn time? I am really new into hi-res audio so I don't have much idea about all this stuff. Please help me.

@econautx 2 жыл бұрын

Great The Shining reference!!

@miguelbarrio 4 жыл бұрын

Love love love!!! I remember when I was in my teens, driving back home from the club at dawn, all car windows open, blasting “I wear your ring”... I still feel the breeze and the smell of morning air when I play this song....

@loreleileong4071 4 жыл бұрын

Agree with your take of a good setup and gear bringing you into the mini world that the music is trying to create. On this aspect, would love to hear your thought on the comparison of the soundstage/3D imaging comparison between the Andromeda and Solaris. Does the Solaris create the same depth and width with the layer separation of the Andromeda or it is more "enclosed and in your face" kind of sound?

@martyp2138 4 жыл бұрын

Totally agree with your opinion on the Solaris IEMs. I got them after my SE846s died and used them as a daily driver at my desk for about a month. I spend a lot of time on the road in hotels etc, and the combination of these and the mojo (you do get hiss with nothing playing which is annoying though) is epic. I was going to get the Andromeda although after the bass impact of the SE846s I knew I'd only regret not going for the Solaris and what a leap it was!

@christopherwright8179 4 жыл бұрын

Marty P I too have SE846’s which haven’t been singing over the last few months. Do BA drivers have a limited lifespan, or did yours get overdriven? Mine got accidentally blasted by my Chord Mojo!

@dukebloomberg 4 жыл бұрын

Dear Darko - thanks for the music tips. I did not know any of the three albums. Very fine music from the Destroyer - a big surprise, I expect hardcore Heavy Rock and Metal. But nothing about kaputt or Destroying! ;-) Have a good time stefan

@dragosmanole7820 4 жыл бұрын

What do you recommend between Polaris 2 and Meze Rai Solo? Thanks

@janarthanansubramanian5004 4 жыл бұрын

I also loved the Polaris more than Andromeda. Do you have anything to say on the Noble audio products ? Savannah, Dulce etc

@DarkoAudio 4 жыл бұрын

Sorry. Not heard 'em.

@rvenden 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the excellent video, John. I particularly liked your comparison of the three Campfire IEMs. I would love to learn more about Campfire’s philosophy since while they produce IEMs at different price points, they seem to intentionally give different sound signatures to those headphones. Some makers have one “house” signature for which they strive and each more expensive phone produces a “better” version of that sound. Campfire doesn’t seem to follow this approach and, in fact, I am not sure what their approach is. I would love a video where you explain that to us. Thanks very much for your work. Roger in Wisconsin.

@shahidyt 4 жыл бұрын

rvenden the way I see it, campfire offer different IEMs and may recommend you buy different models. In some ways like shoes, dress shoes for evening parties, sneakers for sports, sandals around the house/beach. Perhaps the different IEMs are tailored so one type for hip hop, another for techno, classical... Just a thought, I could be completely wrong :-)

@DarkoAudio 4 жыл бұрын

Spot on!

@charlesnr 4 жыл бұрын

Thumbed in your store video. From us older audiophiles, you can be carried into another world with Irriglight(SQ), Mirage, and Ten as examples of Klaus Schultz original analog synth. recordings. And his earlier band Tangerine Dream with the album as Phaedra.

@chongging1238 2 жыл бұрын

Everyone else is more likely to be a bigger audiophile than I, so I ask.. If I'm just going to run Campfire IEMs through my Samsung Galaxy Note 9 with a yet to be determined DAC (if necessary) or amp do you think the Mammoth will be good enough with my Tidal HiFi Plus (Masters) service? Or could I aim a little higher if money isn't a major concern.

@bosuacjafari2337 4 жыл бұрын

Dang, dude went devil when he talked about the comments section. 😂🤣

@DarkoAudio 4 жыл бұрын

👿

@Mr1stcat 4 жыл бұрын

@@DarkoAudio can you please review the Andromeda special edition gold IEM's next

@dbekia 4 жыл бұрын

@@DarkoAudio have you had the chance to audition the Sony IER Z1R? I'd say that THOSE are going to be something REALLY special indeed if I've understood your musical preferences correctly

@patho6 4 жыл бұрын

Solaris performs beautifully. Thank you Ken Ball! Thank you John! Currently using Sony WM-1A + MOJO + ALO Gold 16 cables + Solaris. What would you recommend as upgrade for classical music listening?

@DarkoAudio 4 жыл бұрын

Sorry, I don't listen to enough classical to reliably comment.

@anthonyberryman3443 4 жыл бұрын

p ho Hi, If you can afford them Empire Ears Phantom in custom or universal form pairs amazing with Sony WM1Z and classical music or 64 Audio U18t or custom version. Hope that helps . Tony

@GeorgeWadsworth 4 жыл бұрын

Great video, anyone heard the solaris compared with the U12T?

@coffeecat2 4 жыл бұрын

So does the source from streaming make a big difference to the sound. Like say Apple Iphone to chord Hugo 2. vs SR15?

@DarkoAudio 4 жыл бұрын

Yes.

@speresec 4 жыл бұрын

Great review! Have you tried using the silver coated cables from the Solaris on the Polaris2? It’s just that silver coated cables are known to remove the veil or “mashed potatoes” sound you described. Also, I find that a jitter filter usb helps reveal the highs more. My point is maybe with some small upgrades the Polaris2 can come close to the Solaris?

@rickg8015 4 жыл бұрын

What are your impressions of the Cascade if you listened to them already?

@matthewtodd3879 4 жыл бұрын

Listened to kaputt on tidal they remind me of The blue nile which is great,thanks mate

@DarkoAudio 4 жыл бұрын

The Blue Nile are also wonderful.

@xDaddyBearx 4 жыл бұрын

Looking to upgrade my iems. Currently using creative aurvana trio, really like the sound signature of the Polaris. I mostly listing to edm. Would the Polaris and my es100 be a good combination? I use the es100 for ease of use and its options.

@DarkoAudio 4 жыл бұрын

Not heard the ES100.

@xDaddyBearx 4 жыл бұрын

@@DarkoAudio thanks for the replying really appreciated 👍

@xDaddyBearx 4 жыл бұрын

Ended up purchasing the polaris and dragonfly cobalt, this is gonna get expensive!