ByMark Sparrow,

Senior Contributor.

Campfire Audio is probably best known for producing some of the best high-end earphones, or in-ear monitors as they are often called, beyond a certain price point. Now the Portland-based boutique manufacturer of IEMs has announced the launch of Iris, a new hybrid design of IEM that has Campfire’s signature sound but at a more affordable price.

While some of Campfire’s IEMs sell for thousands of dollars, the new Iris model comes in at a much more affordable price of $349. And the launch is just in time for the holiday season. Campfire Audio says that its new Iris IEM brings powerful performance, elegant design and everyday durability for music lovers seeking an accessible entry into high-fidelity audio.

The new Iris IEMs are built for listeners looking for high-quality sound with the minimum of fuss. They are aimed at newcomers who want to dip their toes into the hi-fi world for the first time.