SMSL SX-8s Stack Review – DAC/AMP On a Diet
The SX-8s stack represents a scaled down versions of SMSL’s higher end SX-9 devices, upholding a similar character while taking a step back in both technical performance and price.
Topping A50S Review – Prodigy
The A50s remains an easy recommendation for its well-rounded design, ultra clean and linear sound and very reasonable price.
SMSL SU-9 Review – Epiphany
The SU-9 is for those wanting a balanced DAC with a pure sound, excellent staging and strong resolving power without spending a small fortune to get it.
Periodic Audio Ni Review – Collapsing Sun
Pros – Huge driving power, Highly compact design, Transparent sound, Low output impedance, Mic pass-through Cons – Battery passively discharges, … Continue Reading Periodic Audio Ni Review – Collapsing Sun
DD TC35B Adapter Review – Cure
Pros – Excellent build quality and form factor, linear sound, good driving power and dynamics for a micro, Case friendly … Continue Reading DD TC35B Adapter Review – Cure
iFi Audio xDSD review: A real ‘Swiss-Army’ trans-portable DAC/amp.
Pros – Form-factor + build-quality Range of connectivity + file compatibility options Power and transparency Excellent Bluetooth sound Cons – … Continue Reading iFi Audio xDSD review: A real ‘Swiss-Army’ trans-portable DAC/amp.
Fiio AM3B Review – Musical+
Pros – Higher output power, Wider soundstage, 4.4m support, Slightly more extended upper-midrange Cons – Slightly higher noise floor, 3-ohm … Continue Reading Fiio AM3B Review – Musical+
Everyday Listening Buyer’s Guide – 2017 in Review & What to Look Forward to in 2018
We are now on the cusp of the new year and with it, we farewell the sentiments of the past … Continue Reading Everyday Listening Buyer’s Guide – 2017 in Review & What to Look Forward to in 2018
Cozoy Takt Pro Review – Minute but Mighty
Introduction – Cozoy are quite the romantics, fusing sharp, daring styling with analogue tuning. They’ve always been a bit unorthodox … Continue Reading Cozoy Takt Pro Review – Minute but Mighty
1More Dual Driver ANC Lightning Review – Traditional Audio, Evolved Features
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
Fiio Q1 MKII Review – Balance and Harmony
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
Fiio X7 Mark II Review – Believe/Defy
Introduction – I think a lot of buyers have a certain faith in Fiio as an audio manufacturer; we always … Continue Reading Fiio X7 Mark II Review – Believe/Defy
Fiio X7 Review – Still Top Dog
Introduction – In the wake of the X7 II and with recent attention being focussed mainly towards Fiio’s new X5 … Continue Reading Fiio X7 Review – Still Top Dog
Fiio i1 Review – Minute but Mighty
Introduction – The Fiio i1 met nothing but a tough reception upon release with many marking it as redundant being … Continue Reading Fiio i1 Review – Minute but Mighty
Oppo HA-2 Review – Composed Looks Meet Refined Sound
Introduction – Like Xiaomi, Oppo leverage their smartphone mass manufacturing prowess to produce interesting takes on conventional technologies. The AMP/DAC market … Continue Reading Oppo HA-2 Review – Composed Looks Meet Refined Sound
Archeer AH09 Review – $15 Goes a Long Way
Introduction – Brands such as Dunu and Shozy have demonstrated that budget earphones can provide performance that rivals and sometimes bests … Continue Reading Archeer AH09 Review – $15 Goes a Long Way
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