Category: Headphones
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Philips Fidelio L3 Headphones Review: Premium Build & Superb Noise Canceling
Bluetooth, Headphones, Hi-Fi, Hi-Res Music, Home Audio, Noise Cancelling, Portable Audio, Reviews, Streaming, Videos, WirelessTL;DR The Fidelio L3’s excellent build quality, detailed sound, long battery life, and superb noise canceling are somewhat let down by so-so comfort and touch controls that take some getting used to. Intro Wireless noise-canceling headphones are a dime a dozen at this stage in the game, but very few are marketed to audiophiles. However,…
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Westone Audio Intros Mach Series IEMs: Eight Earphones That Provide High-Quality Audio To Audiophiles and Musicians
Westone Audio has a new MACH Series of IEMs tailored to pro users, musicians, music lovers, and audiophiles. Designed as lower-cost Universal counterparts to their custom ES Series IEMs, they are made for various budgets and use cases. All models share the same lightweight polycarbonate housings, but you get additional drivers (Balanced Armature and Dynamic)…
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Sony Releases The $399 WH-1000XM5, Their Latest Wireless Headphone With Improved Hi-Res Audio And Active Noise Canceling
Bluetooth, Headphones, Hi-Fi, Hi-Res Music, Home Audio, News, Noise Cancelling, Portable Audio, Streaming, Videos, WirelessAfter several leaks from various websites around the internet, Sony’s latest Noise-Canceling headphones, the $399 WH-1000XM5, received their official release today. Following the highly-rated and immensely popular XM4 headphones, the XM5 has a new design for enhanced comfort, along with improved noise-canceling via a new noise-canceling processor and improved audio quality coming from a new…
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House of Marley’s New Redemption ANC 2 True Wireless Earbuds Have ANC, Six Hours Playback, And Eco-Conscious Construction
Today, House of Marley introed their new Redemption ANC 2 True Wireless Earbuds with companion App, Active Noise Cancellation with Ambient Mode (six mics), touch control, wireless charging, and up to 6 hours of playback time. Like all House of Marley products, the Redemption ANC is designed with sustainability in mind, utilizing mindfully sourced materials.…
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Mother’s Day Gift Ideas: 5 Best Audio Gifts For Mom (2022)
Best Buys, Bluetooth, Budget, Headphone Amps, Headphones, Hi-Fi, Hi-Res Music, Home Audio, News, Portable Audio, Speakers, Streaming, Videos, WirelessHey Folks, Mother’s Day is fast approaching (Sunday, May 8th), but there’s still time to get a nice gift for Mom! We’ve picked out five exceptional gifts between $50 and $250 that will make Mom very happy, including the Philips Fidelio L3 Flagship Over-Ear Wireless Headphones with Active Noise Cancellation Pro+ which is currently on…
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Moondrop CHU Dynamic Driver IEM Review
This $20 wired earphone plays music with surprising naturalness and refinement! When you talk about IEMs nowadays, you have to talk about Moondrop. They know how to crank out reasonably priced earphones with impeccable tonal balance, and the headphone enthusiasts are eating them up. Today we have their latest IEM, the $20 CHU Dynamic Driver…
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The Best Home Audio Sales This Week: Speakers, Headphones, Electronics! (4/28/22)
Are you looking for discounts on new audiophile gear this week? Look no further; we’ve researched, so you don’t have to! Leading the deals this week are the excellent Kanto TUK Powered Bookshelf Speakers (we use them in the office) at $200 off and the Audiolab 6000A Play Streaming Integrated Amp at an incredible $400…
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AXPONA 2022 Saturday Recap: The Best (Our Favorite) Hifi Systems From America’s Biggest Audio Show!
Analog, Bluetooth, Budget, DACs, Headphone Amps, Headphones, Hi-Fi, Hi-Res Music, Home Audio, Integrated Amps, MQA, News, Noise Cancelling, Portable Audio, Power Amps, Preamps, Shows, Software, Speakers, Streaming, Videos, WirelessThe coolest stuff from Hifiman, Polk Audio, Kef, Cambridge Audio and more! This past Saturday was my last day at Axpona 2022, and while there were fewer attendees (and exhibitors, for that matter), it still seemed like a successful show, with plenty to see and do. It was terrific to get out again and hear…
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AXPONA 2022 Friday Recap: Highlights From The Big Rooms! Focal, ATC, Luxman
DACs, Headphone Amps, Headphones, Hi-Fi, Hi-Res Music, Home Audio, Integrated Amps, MQA, News, Power Amps, Preamps, Shows, Speakers, StreamingOne of my favorite parts of going to an audio show are the big rooms or ballroom/meeting rooms. Big rooms usually mean large systems, with six-foot-tall speakers and mini fridge-sized power amps. Sometimes they don’t sound as good as the smaller rooms because it’s hard to dial in a system in the middle of a…
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1MORE Launches EVO, An Audiophile Wireless Earbud With Hybrid Drivers And LDAC Hi-Res Bluetooth
Bluetooth, Budget, Headphone Amps, Headphones, Hi-Fi, Hi-Res Music, News, Noise Cancelling, Portable Audio, WirelessToday, lMORE launched the EVO, a sleek new true wireless earbud with dual hybrid drivers (1 Balanced Armature, 1 Dynamic) and support for the LDAC hi-res wireless codec. As a result, the company promises “incredible clarity, punchy bass, crispy vocals, unrivaled details, and a wide soundstage.” In addition, these earphones have Bluetooth 5.2 for multiple…
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AXPONA 2022: Coolest Stuff From Day One At The Biggest Hi-Fi Show!
DACs, First Impressions, Headphone Amps, Headphones, Hi-Fi, Home Audio, Integrated Amps, News, Portable Audio, Power Amps, Preamps, Shows, Speakers, VideosOne of the best things about going to an audio show like AXPONA is coming across extraordinary or unconventional stuff. A big part of designing hi-fi is coming up with new ways of doing things, and as a result, you often see some cool stuff. Here’s a list of the coolest stuff I saw on…
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Technics EAH-A800 Review: These Are Lowkey The Best ANC Headphones On The Market!
Best Buys, Bluetooth, Headphones, Hi-Fi, Hi-Res Music, Home Audio, News, Noise Cancelling, Portable Audio, Reviews, Videos, WirelessThese amazingly comfortable Wireless ANC Headphones go toe to toe with the best from Sony and Bose! In January, Technics unveiled the $349 EAH-A800 Wireless Noise Cancelling Over-Ear Headphones, a premium set of Bluetooth earphones that promise industry-leading battery life (up to 50 hours), top-notch active noise canceling, and LDAC Hi-Res wireless audio. Price-wise, they’re in…
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The Ultimate Guide To Affordable Home Stereo Systems
Best Buys, Bluetooth, Budget, DACs, Headphone Amps, Headphones, Hi-Fi, Hi-Res Music, Home Audio, Integrated Amps, MQA, Music, News, Reviews, Software, Speakers, Streaming, Videos, WirelessWhen you talk about Home Stereo or Hi-Fi systems, they can come in many different forms. It can range from a single powered speaker with a pair of drivers set in a stereo configuration (like the Andover Audio Spinbase), all the way to pre-power separates (like the PS Audio Stellar line) with a massive set…
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The Best Home Audio Sales This Easter Weekend: Speakers, Headphones, Electronics!
Best Buys, Bluetooth, Budget, Deals, Headphones, Hi-Fi, Home Audio, News, Portable Audio, Reviews, Software, Streaming, Videos, WirelessAre you looking for discounts on new audiophile gear this Easter weekend? Look no further; we’ve done the research so you don’t have to! Leading the deals this weekend are the excellent Kanto TUK Powered Bookshelf Speakers (we use them in the office) at $200 off and the Audiolab 6000N Play Wireless Streaming Player (Silver)…
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Save The Date…Florida Audio Expo Is Returning With A New Name!
While we’re preparing to attend AXPONA, the largest audio show in North America next week, it’s never too early to start looking ahead to next year’s shows. To that end, organizers of the Florida Audio Expo (which took place in February) have already announced the return of next year’s show, but this time with a…
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Audiophile Headphones Buyers Guide (2023)
Best Buys, Bluetooth, Budget, Headphone Amps, Headphones, Hi-Fi, Hi-Res Music, Noise Cancelling, Portable Audio, Videos, WirelessHere’s what you need to know about Audiophile Headphones: Looking to purchase a new pair of audiophile headphones? Get the latest scoop on choosing the right ones with this comprehensive buyer’s guide! There’s a lot to think about when purchasing headphones, including the style of headphone you wish to buy, the driver type, whether it’s…
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Meze Audio’s New $699 Dynamic Earphones Are A Sight To Behold!
Inspired by nature, the new $699 ADVAR IEM from Meze Audio is a beauty, boasting a curvy stainless steel housing meant to be regarded as artwork. Utilizing a 10.2 mm single dynamic driver, it’s also designed to be easy to drive and easy to listen to with a warm, laid-back sound. The name ADVAR comes…
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The Best (Our Favorite) Budget Audiophile Gear Right Now: Headphones, Speakers, Amps, DACs, Etc.
Analog, Best Buys, Bluetooth, Budget, DACs, Headphone Amps, Headphones, Hi-Fi, Hi-Res Music, Home Audio, Integrated Amps, MQA, News, Noise Cancelling, Portable Audio, Power Amps, Reviews, Speakers, Streaming, Videos, WirelessWe’re fortunate to have a lot of affordable high-end audio or budget audiophile gear pass through our doors regularly. Out of that group, there are some components that we fall in love with instantly. Usually, this is because they sound extraordinarily musical or they’re remarkably practical. Or both. We call these items our “Favorites.” Here’s…
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Hidizs S3 PRO Ultra-Portable Hi-Res DAC/Amp Combo Review: The Best MQA Dac Under $100!
Best Buys, Budget, DACs, Headphone Amps, Headphones, Hi-Fi, Hi-Res Music, MQA, Portable Audio, Reviews, VideosTL;DR The Hidizs S3 PRO doesn’t have the most power, but what it lacks in power, it makes up in features and refinement. If you like MQA, this is the dongle to buy for less than 100 bucks. Intro Since Apple initiated the move away from smartphone headphone jacks, dongle DAC development has exploded. These…
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The Best Budget Audiophile Headphones (2022)
Best Buys, Bluetooth, Budget, Deals, Headphone Amps, Headphones, Hi-Fi, Hi-Res Music, Portable Audio, WirelessNot too long ago, people laughed at the idea of Budget Audiophile Headphones. To be fair, up until the last few years, headphones retailing for less than $500 were mediocre at best. But now, there are quite a few entry-level hi-fi headphones and critical listening headphones at this price point. If you really want to…
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