Everyday Listening

2017 Tokyo Portable Audio Festival Impressions

Introduction I was recently fortunate enough to participate in the 2017 Portable Audio festival in Akihabara. Though my time was … Continue Reading 2017 Tokyo Portable Audio Festival Impressions

Introduction – With the price of consumer electronics ever inflating, smartphones have become a much longer-term investments. However, phones are … Continue Reading Phantomskinz Matte Review – Unaltered Brilliance

Introduction – 1More are perhaps most renowned for their triple hybrid driver in-ear, a model that offered stunning value with … Continue Reading 1More Dual Driver ANC Lightning Review – Traditional Audio, Evolved Features

Introduction – Meze witnessed a rapid rise to fame with the release of their original 99 Classics; an over-ear headphone … Continue Reading Meze 7N OCC Silver Plated Cable Review

The Everyday Listening Fiio F9 giveaway has concluded. A huge thanks to each and every entrant, I wish you all … Continue Reading [Ended] Fiio F9 Giveaway

Introduction – Fiio have grown from a small manufacturer to an industry juggernaut in the span of just a few … Continue Reading Fiio F9 Pro Review – Pure Clarity

Introduction – Though undoubtedly a controversial sentiment, the earbud form factor has always been a kind of work-in-progress, as manufacturers … Continue Reading Venture Asura 2.0S Review – Clear Intention

Introduction – New York City-based Master and Dynamic first emerged in 2014, making a big entrance into a market already … Continue Reading Master & Dynamic MH40 Review – Pure Decadence

Introduction – Penon Audio are known as a wonderful portal for the wider world to access Chifi goodies of the East. … Continue Reading Penon OS849 Review – Impact and Awe

Introduction – Campfire have very quickly achieved mass popularity on account of their exceptional flagship earphones and unique designs realised … Continue Reading Campfire Lyra II Review – Dulcet Symphony

Introduction – The $100 iem market is saturated with offerings, all carrying different flavours of sounds within varying form factors. … Continue Reading Simgot EN700 Pro Review – Natural Talent

Introduction – My first experience with Phiaton was with their noise cancelling in-ears way back in 2012. While they weren’t … Continue Reading Phiaton BT460 Review – Commuter’s Companion

Introduction – Though best known for their sources, Fiio have augmented their new devices with a line of accompanying in-ear … Continue Reading Fiio F9 Review – Making Waves

Introduction – While many listeners choose their ear tips purely based on ergonomics, they can actually have a direct impact … Continue Reading MandarinES Symbio W Tips Review – Silicone With An Orange Twist

Introduction – Fiio have transcended a lot of other Chinese manufacturers not only through their wide range of products but … Continue Reading Fiio Q1 MKII Review – Balance and Harmony

Introduction – Shozy are a beloved Chinese audio manufacturer with a reputation for daring and experimental designs. A constant endeavour … Continue Reading Shozy Hibiki Review – Vox Populi