FlipEars Legion VS Campfire Audio Alien Brain

FlipEars Legion and Campfire Audio Alien Brain use 1DD+1EST+1BC and 1DD+4BA driver setups respectively. FlipEars Legion costs $849 while Campfire Audio Alien Brain costs $1,000. Campfire Audio Alien Brain is $151 more expensive. Campfire Audio Alien Brain holds a decisive 1.3-point edge in reviewer scores (7.5 vs 8.8). Campfire Audio Alien Brain has significantly better mids with a 1-point edge, Campfire Audio Alien Brain has significantly better treble with a 2-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.

Jaytiss Score

FlipEars Legion

7.5 /10

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Campfire Audio Alien Brain

8.8 /10

Score gap: 1.4

Metric	FlipEars Legion	Campfire Audio Alien Brain
Mids	6	7
Treble	6	8
Soundstage	7	8
Dynamics	7	8
Tonality	6.5	7.8
Technicalities	6	8

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FlipEars Legion reviewed by

7.5 Reviewer Score

B+ Tuning

B Tech

What this does well, it does very well. Fun set.

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FlipEars Legion stakes its identity on a bold, mid-bass–driven fun signature with a bone-conduction twist. The shell is huge and may challenge small ears, the 2-pin sockets are deeply recessed, and the stock 4.4 mm cable and premium case feel thoughtful and upscale. On the graph, there’s a notable dip through the mids that can sound a touch hollow, plus energy around 4 kHz and 8 kHz that adds bite and sparkle; in practice the set delivers big slam, airy extension, and surprisingly solid imaging for a BC-assisted tuning. A light EQ nudge to the upper-mids/lower-mids tightens tonality and pushes technicals up a tier.

Positionally, Legion reads as a “fun daily driver” rather than a sterile studio tool. Compared with similar BC-flavored sets, it feels more controlled than the Z Empire “party” tuning, and markedly more coherent than cheap experiments like KB Ear KBO2. Against safer picks, Monarch Mk I remains the clean, glassy option, while ThieAudio Origin is a safer all-rounder; Legion, however, brings deeper sub-bass and livelier presence with more character. Versus Triton, Legion’s upper-air/presence has better flow; versus the high-ticket Muse, Legion trades a bit of refinement for long-session comfort, dodging fatiguing 6 kHz glare.

Overall, this is an engaging, charismatic tribid that rewards listeners seeking bass heft, contrast, and BC texture without descending into chaos. It’s not the safest first $800 pick given the mid dip and fit quirks, but as a statement piece from FlipEars it feels well priced, well built, and easy to recommend to those prioritizing musical thrill over strict neutrality—especially with a touch of EQ to tidy the mids.

Mids: B Treble: B Dynamics: A- Soundstage: A-

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Campfire Audio Alien Brain reviewed by

8.8 Reviewer Score

A Tuning

A+ Tech

So simple and nice it's hard to not love.

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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.

Mids: A- Treble: A+ Dynamics: A+ Soundstage: A+

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Driver Configuration: 1DD+1EST+1BC

Tuning Type: Neutral with Bass Boost, Basshead

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Brand: Flipears Top Flipears IEMs

Price (Msrp): $849

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Driver Configuration: 1DD+4BA

Tuning Type: Neutral with Bass Boost

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Price (Msrp): $1,000

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FlipEars Legion Scorings

Average Tunign Grade

B+

Tonality is generally agreeable, though a few bumps remind you of its limits. Certain tracks spotlight its tonal quirks.

Average Technical Grade

Overall technicalities are acceptable, delivering enough clarity for casual sessions. Imaging is serviceable though not immersive.

Mids B

The mids are articulate and well-balanced, lending body to instruments. Instrument layering remains stable.

Treble B

The top end is engaging and airy, yet never overbearing. Brass and strings feel energetic.

Dynamics A-

Expect excellent punch and micro-detail that render rhythmic shifts effortlessly. It keeps up with complex rhythmic swings.

Soundstage A-

All dimensions bloom together, producing an expansive venue that feels carefully rendered. You can map the ensemble easily.

Campfire Audio Alien Brain Scorings

Average Tunign Grade

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.

Mids A-

The mids sound lush and articulate, capturing emotion effortlessly. Strings and keys shimmer with realism.

Treble A+

Treble reaches superb heights, offering effortless extension and crystal clarity. Every cymbal crash resolves into fine mist.

Dynamics A+

The presentation feels expansive, letting micro and macro dynamics breathe. There's a sense of limitless headroom.

Soundstage A+

Immersive holography surrounds the listener, making the venue feel tangible and enveloping. It delivers a grand, cinematic presentation.

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