Thieaudio Hype 10 VS Campfire Audio Alien Brain
IEM Comparison: Expert & Community Scores Side-by-Side
Thieaudio Hype 10 and Campfire Audio Alien Brain use 2DD+10BA and 1DD+4BA driver setups respectively. Thieaudio Hype 10 costs $899 while Campfire Audio Alien Brain costs $1,000. Campfire Audio Alien Brain is $101 more expensive. Campfire Audio Alien Brain holds a slight 0.3-point edge in reviewer scores (8.5 vs 8.8). Thieaudio Hype 10 has significantly better mids with a 1-point edge, Campfire Audio Alien Brain has significantly better dynamics with a 1-point edge and Campfire Audio Alien Brain has significantly better soundstage with a 1-point edge.
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| Metric | Thieaudio Hype 10 | Campfire Audio Alien Brain |
|---|---|---|
| Mids | 8 | 7 |
| Treble | 8 | 8 |
| Soundstage | 7 | 8 |
| Dynamics | 7 | 8 |
| Tonality | 7.5 | 7.8 |
| Technicalities | 8 | 8 |
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Thieaudio Hype 10 reviewed by
8.5
Reviewer Score
Youtube Video Summary
Build & comfort hit the modern Thieaudio groove: a compact shell with a gentle wing, secure nozzle lip that plays nice with most tips, and a faceplate that’s tasteful if not flashy. The stock EST cable feels soft and skin-like with tidy ear hooks, a steady chin slider, and a clean Y-split—nothing fussy, everything practical. On-ear fit is extremely comfortable, light, and stable over long sessions.
Tonally, Hype 10 brings impactful—but controlled—bass, pristine mids/treble, and a spacious stage with convincing imaging. It reads neutral with a hint of fun: satisfying sub-bass lift, healthy upper-mids, and air/extension that adds space without splash. Note weight and slam aren’t “insane,” but resolution is high and the overall presentation is natural, clean, and engaging. It’s also one of those rare sets that doesn’t beg for EQ.
Against the lineup and peers: Hype 2 feels flat and unexceptional by comparison; Hype 4 is very close, but Hype 10 fixes the upper-air/treble shortfall and steps up stage and resolution. Versus Monarch Mk I, Hype 10’s extra bass avoids leanness; against Oracle MK3, it avoids that 4–6 kHz “flat energy” rise and sounds more natural up top. Dunu’s Mirai charms but runs leaner with a sharper edge; Jupiter can out-punch and extend, yet the price undercuts its appeal; Diva has special upper mids but the dip-switch fiddle and pricing dull the value. Net: under $1,000 (open-box deals around $800 sweeten the pot), Hype 10 is a standout recommendation—and while Hype 4 gets you ~99% of the flavor if its treble suits you, Hype 10 is the more complete, everyday-ready choice.
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Campfire Audio Alien Brain reviewed by
8.8
Reviewer Score
Youtube Video Summary
Alien Brain arrives as a single-DD + 4BA hybrid around $1,000 with a truly peculiar shell: the rounded, “alien cortex” faceplate is magnetic, uses MMCX, and can be tricky to seat. The unboxing is lavish—two cables (including 4.4 mm), a compact magnetic leather case, a USB-C DAC/amp, foams plus “sticky” tips, cleaning tools, and extras. Fit is the hurdle; tip-rolling is essential, but once positioned correctly, comfort and seal fall into place.
Tonally, this set pursues a balanced, all-rounder tuning with a near-ideal bass shelf, lively but controlled upper mids, and sparkly yet composed treble. There’s punch and detail without drifting into fatigue; extension is strong, but staging isn’t the most expansive and note weight isn’t “thumpy”—this isn’t a bass-head cannon, more a clean, grounded presentation. The FR shows a touch of 1 kHz energy and smooth ripples through presence/air that favor natural timbre over hyper-etched brilliance, making it a long-session, non-fatiguing listen.
Versus Campfire’s own lineup, it’s far more normalized than the colorful Trifecta, better extended than the warm Axion, and closer in poise to Moon Rover but with a bit more bass and refinement. Compared to peers like Dunu Glacier or DA Mecca, Alien Brain trades V-shaped excitement for cohesive neutrality, and avoids the upper-mid glare that can scare off listeners. Net result: a strong recommendation for those who can manage the fit and want a high-end Campfire that does something new—not the classic house warmth, not sterile flatness, but a realistic, well-rounded signature with broad appeal.
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Thieaudio Hype 10 Details
Driver Configuration: 2DD+10BA
Tuning Type: Neutral, Neutral with Bass Boost
Brand: ThieAudio Top ThieAudio IEMs
Price (Msrp): $899
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Campfire Audio Alien Brain Details
Driver Configuration: 1DD+4BA
Tuning Type: Neutral with Bass Boost
Brand: Campfire Top Campfire IEMs
Price (Msrp): $1,000
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Thieaudio Hype 10 Scorings
Average Technical & Tuning Grades
Average Tunign Grade
A- You get a polished tonal profile that stays natural from bass through treble. Subtle tuning choices keep things engaging.
Average Technical Grade
A+- You get an articulate, polished performance with immersive stage depth and great control. There's a sense of polish across the whole spectrum.
Campfire Audio Alien Brain Scorings
Average Technical & Tuning Grades
Average Tunign Grade
A- The response is even and composed, lending itself to effortless genre hopping. Voices sit comfortably in the mix.
Average Technical Grade
A+- The tuning feels expertly organized, marrying agile dynamics with well-defined spatial cues. Technical listeners will appreciate the poise.
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