Enjoy six drivers for a four-digit price tag.
Campfire Audio fuels the driver count war with the launch of the Fathom IEMs, packed with six balanced armature drivers. Priced at more than $1K, these earbuds aim to impress audiophiles with top-level sound and striking looks.
Campfire Audio Fathom Features
One of the biggest features of the Fathom earbuds is the six custom-made balanced armature drivers.
These drivers work together to give clear sound through the whole frequency range. There are two high-definition “super tweeters” for detailed highs, two custom mid-range drivers for vocals and instruments, and two custom BA woofers for full, even bass.
But Campfire Audio claims that these are not just about the numbers.
Their Phase Harmony Engineering makes the drivers work well together. It gets rid of phase cancellation and makes the imaging, separation, resolution, and soundstage better. And, it gives a detailed sound with some warmth in the mids, which makes the vocals sound great, resulting in an absorbing musical experience.
Compared to Campfire Audio’s Black Star model, the Fathom have a more neutral and precise sound.
The Black Star, which have both dynamic and balanced armature drivers, have more bass texture and impact, and more color overall. The Fathom, however, have more high-end air, reach higher frequencies, and have better vocal performance.
Beyond the sound, the Fathom earbuds’ design stands out too.
Their aluminum body is anodized black, and the Rainbow PVD fasteners make a bright contrast against the black shell. This makes them look captivating and understated at the same time, with subtle rainbow effects against the black shell.
Plus, the Fathom earbuds are made from machined aluminum with an angular shape, which doesn’t just make them unique looking but also comfortable to wear.
Technical specifications
- Form Factor: In-Ear Monitor (IEM)
- Driver type: Balanced Armature
- Number of drivers: 6
- Impedance (Ohm): 11.7 Ohms @ 1 kHz
- Sensitivity (dB): 94 dB @ 1 kHz: 6.75 mVrms
- Frequency Response (Hz): 5Hz–20 kHz
- Source Jack size: 3.5mm / 4.4mm Terminations Included
- Total Harmonic Distortion: Less than 1%
Where to Buy
The Campfire Audio Fathom are now available for purchase at a launch price of $1,049. Interested buyers can find them directly on the Campfire Audio website or through select retail partners.
The Fathom come with two Time Stream Cables, one with a 3.5mm plug and one with a balanced 4.4mm plug. They are made with eight shiny, copper wires coated in silver and arranged flat side by side for low microphonics.
The set also includes a handcrafted leather case from Portugal and a rainbow PVD carabiner. You also get six sets of ear tips, a cleaning tool, and a Campfire Audio pin.