The Cosmic Ears brand and exemplary sound reputation has been built on the flagship C6A model since 2015.
But since the launch of the new C8A in late 2024, the 8-driver IEM has caused quite the stir in an industry that has (traditionally) been flooded with 'V shaped' IEM sound signatures from other brands. The Cosmic Ears 'British sound' is alive, and very much kicking across our full range of custom IEMs...
We are pleased to share the latest review of our C8A from the renowned online platform, Headfonia.
Some of the highlights include:
- Sitting at the top of Cosmic Ears’ current line-up, the C8A is the brand’s most advanced and ambitious model to date. With a total of eight balanced armature drivers per side, split across four dedicated frequency bands, this flagship monitor is designed to provide the most accurate and engaging sound Cosmic has ever delivered.
- Each earpiece is carved with what the brand calls a Solid Acoustic Mass Shell — a dense, internal structure designed to both anchor the drivers and suppress unwanted resonances. Combined with the Shock Dampening Membrane, which reduces microphonics and handling noise, this setup gives the C8A a rock-solid acoustic foundation that allows the drivers to truly shine.
- Pro-Phase — focuses on phase coherence across the entire frequency range, using time-aligned crossovers to ensure that all eight drivers work in unison, rather than stepping on each other’s toes. The result? A cleaner image, sharper layering, and an uncanny sense of space, even in the busiest mixes. No smear, no fuzz just clarity, from sub-bass to sparkle.
Check out the full review on Headfonia here:
https://www.headfonia.com/cosmic-ears-c8a-review/
To benefit from 10% discount on the C8A enter code C8A10 at checkout (code expires Monday 5th May 2025, and cannot be used in conjunction with other codes).
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