In this article, I review the Roseselsa Cambrian Bluetooth headphones. The Cambrian features 40mm composite wood fibre diaphragms, ANC, dual-device connection, LDAC support and great battery life. It’s priced at $65 USD.

Disclaimer: This sample was provided by Roseselsa for an honest review. All observations and opinions here are my own, based on my experience with the product.

Roseselsa Cambrian

Specifications

Driver: 40mm composite wood fibre diaphragm
Water resistance rating: IPX4
Wireless audio formats: LDAC/SBC/AAC
Noise cancellation depth: 48dB
Bluetooth version: 5.3
Battery life: 100 hours
Weight: 270g

Design & Comfort

Straight out of the box, the Roseselsa Cambrian punches surprisingly high for its $65 asking price. It’s a smart-looking bit of kit that manages to feel sturdy without being cumbersome. While the build is primarily plastic, Roseselsa has swapped out the usual cheap-feeling shells for aluminium earcups, which gives the headphones a cold, premium touch and some rigidity. At 270g, they sit in a sweet spot—substantial enough to feel well-built, but lightweight enough to disappear on your head during a long commute. Plus, the foldable design is a win for anyone who actually uses their gear on the go.

However, I need to talk about the finish. For some reason, the designers went with a super-glossy coating on the outer headband and yokes. It looks flashy in high-res marketing renders, but in the real world, it’s a total fingerprint magnet. Within five minutes of handling them, the Cambrian looks like it’s material for a forensic investigation. If you’re the type of person who likes your gear looking pristine, you’re going to be reaching for a microfibre cloth constantly.

Comfort is largely a success story here, though your mileage may vary depending on your tolerance for a firm grip.

The earcups rotate a full 90 degrees, which is great for finding the right angle against your head or resting them flat around your neck. The earpads use memory foam that’s genuinely plush, doing a great job of conforming to your glasses or the shape of your ears.

The clamping force is definitely on the secure side. While this is great for stability and keeping the bass sealed in, some might find it a bit aggressive. If you’re a sensitive snowflake when it comes to pressure on your temples, you might need a bit of a break-in period.

The interface is straightforward and tactile. On the right earcup, you’ve got the full command centre: ANC, Play/Pause, and Volume Up/Down. It’s also where the 3.5mm socket lives, so if you run out of juice or just want to plug into your laptop, the included cable goes right in there.

The left earcup is much barer, housing only the USB-C charging port. It’s a clean, logical layout that doesn’t require a manual to master, which is exactly what you want from a daily driver.

Sound

When it comes to the sound, the Roseselsa Cambrian doesn’t stray far from the family tree. It adheres closely to the Roseselsa house sound we’ve seen on the Ceramics and Ceramics X earbuds, and in my book, that’s a very good thing. It’s a signature that manages to be clean yet punchy, and warm yet resolving. It sits comfortably within that “meta” tuning style that’s currently popular in the market—a balance that feels modern and approachable without sacrificing technicalities.

The App & EQ Presets

One potential sticking point is the customisation—or lack thereof. There are only three preset EQ options available in the app: Pop, HiFi, and Rock. Disappointingly, there is no option for a fully customised EQ. However, unlike many budget apps where half the presets are hot garbage, I found all three of these to be genuinely viable depending on your mood or genre.

Bass

The low end is impressively disciplined. The bass is punchy and tactile, but it avoids the typical consumer trap of being overbearing or bloated. In fact, it’s a little lighter and leaner than many competing Bluetooth headphones, leaning more toward a high-fidelity presentation than a muddy “bass-head” one. It gives the music a solid foundation without bleeding into the rest of the frequency response.

Midrange

The midrange is where the Cambrian shows its maturity. The mids are clear and have a nice sense of body without ever feeling thin. Resolution is solid for a $65 set, providing a transparent window into the recording.

One thing to watch out for is a slight upper midrange emphasis. For the most part, it adds a nice sense of presence, but it can get a little edgy if you happen to be particularly sensitive to those specific frequencies.

Treble

The treble is fairly energetic, giving the sound some air and sparkle, but it remains “safe” enough to avoid being sharp or piercing. Detail retrieval is actually slightly higher than average for Bluetooth headphones in this price bracket. You’ll pick up on those finer nuances and textures that often get smoothed over by cheaper, more muffled alternatives. Moreover, treble notes are absent from the usual Bluetooth compression that’s prominent in budget headphones.

Comparisons

1MORE Sonoflow SE HQ31

When comparing the Cambrian to the 1MORE SonoFlow SE (HQ31), it really comes down to a battle between out-of-the-box refinement and app-based flexibility. The 1MORE is a classic consumer pleaser; it’s mostly plastic and feels a bit cheaper in the hand, but it offers a more relaxed clamping force that might appeal to those who find the Cambrian a bit too snug.

Sound-wise, the SonoFlow SE leans into a warmer, bassier signature that regular consumers will likely find very engaging. It has a tendency to get a bit shouty in the upper midrange, but unlike the Roseselsa, 1MORE provides a full custom EQ in their app, allowing you to dip those presence frequencies and tailor the sound to your liking.

The Cambrian, on the other hand, feels like the more sophisticated instrument. Its meta house sound is cleaner and more resolving than the 1MORE, offering a level of high-fidelity detail. While you’re limited to just three presets on the Roseselsa, the tuning is so well-judged that you’re less likely to feel the need to fiddle with it. Finally, while the 1MORE has some fun extras like Spatial Audio, it lacks a 3.5mm headphone jack.

Verdict

Overall, the Roseselsa Cambrian is an outstanding value at its $65 price point. It manages to deliver a high-fidelity experience that far exceeds what you’d typically expect from a budget-friendly Bluetooth headphone. Between the robust ANC quality that holds its own in noisy environments and the excellent 100-hour battery life, it’s a powerhouse for daily use.

The only real fly in the ointment is the limited EQ customisation within the app. However, that’s a minor grievance when the three available presets—and the core house sound—already sound so good. If you’re looking for a well-built, great-sounding daily driver that doesn’t break the bank, the Cambrian is an easy recommendation.