Hiby FC3 Review – Portability is Key
With streamlined usability, a lightweight aluminium build and clean audio section, the FC3 is hard to fault for portable use and offers a well-rounded package for a reasonable asking price.
Khadas Tone 2 Pro Review – The Duality of DAC
Even at its elevated price tag, the Tone 2 Pro remains an excellent DAC paired with a simply good integrated amplifier that does well for IEMs and suffices for headphones.
Plussound Poetic Tri-Silver Review – Creativity & Composure
Plussound’s Tri-Silver Poetic cable is clean, linear and highly resolving throughout, delivering a flagship-level user experience from start to finish.
Sivga Phoenix Review – The Charmer
Though its unique combination of qualities and thoughtful execution, the Phoenix is able to carve out a reasonably uncontested niche in the audio market for bass lovers who still value clear vocals and a spacious soundstage.
Topping D70s Review – Effortless
The D70s’ strength lies in its ability to effortlessly resolve the minutiae and do so without any fatigue, all the while upholding an almost perfectly even-handed presentation.
Oriveti O800 Review – Redefine
The O800 provides one of the most refined takes on a smooth and coherent sound signature I’ve experienced at far from prohibitive pricing.
Fiio BTR5 Review – Golden Child
The BTR5 is an exemplary device that gets impressively close to similarly priced wired sources whilst maintaining a compact and convenient wireless form factor.
Audeze LCD-X Review – Blast from the Past
The LCD-X is an invaluable tool for those prioritising balance and authenticity – a headphone that doesn’t draw attention but rather places a spotlight on the style and colouration of elements surrounding it.
Grado GT220 Review – Built Different
The GT220 is easily one of the most tasteful and refined TWS earphones on the market for both critical and portable listening, making it hard to beat for those wanting a non-frills experience and excellent sound quality.
Final Audio A8000 Review – Float Like a Butterfly, Sting Like a Bee
If you can stomach Final’s sound colouration alongside the substantial price tag, the A8000 provides extraordinary range and an effortless portrayal of music with agility that belies belief.
Hifiman TWS800 Review – Dark Horse
The TWS800 is Hifiman’s flagship true-wireless in-ear based on the Topology Diaphragm driver design. It features a high-impedance driver and custom discrete amplifier.
SMSL SH-9 Review – Modernisation & Moderation
Paired with matching DAC, SMSL treat the user to a delightfully modern and natural sounding stack that doesn’t disappoint.
Shozy Black Hole Review – Captivating, Unconventional
Shozy’s open-back flagship IEM is essentially uncontested for vocal lovers wanting a huge, expansive soundstage.
Little Dot Cu KIS Review – Pure Drive
Little Dot provide another unique and highly competitive addition to the sub $1k price class. Don’t let the naming scheme or company’s lack of IEMs heritage concern you, the CK is surely a model with great appeal!
Topping A50S Review – Prodigy
The A50s remains an easy recommendation for its well-rounded design, ultra clean and linear sound and very reasonable price.
MMR Gae Bolg Review – Mythical
The Gae Bolg is a master craft for those wanting a highly coherent and immersive presentation, bulletproof build quality and visually striking design.
