Campfire Audio Dorado 2020 Review – Changes
The Dorado fills an interesting niche but does so with excellent execution. Very few fun-themed earphones strike with such poise and delicacy as the Dorado 2020.
BQEYZ Spring 1 Review – Split
Pros – Excellent bass quality, Clean treble transients, Engaging yet balanced signature, Excellent value tribrid setup Cons – Mediocre noise … Continue Reading BQEYZ Spring 1 Review – Split
Beat Audio Silversonic MKVI Review – Robust
Pros – Professional craftsmanship, Supple insulation that doesn’t harden over time, Very sharp imaging, Tonally transparent Cons – Can reduce … Continue Reading Beat Audio Silversonic MKVI Review – Robust
Final E4000 & E5000 Review – Lushed Away
Pros – Highly natural and coherent tuning from both models, Excellent wearing comfort and isolation, Outstanding accessories Cons – High-end … Continue Reading Final E4000 & E5000 Review – Lushed Away
Custom Art Fibae 7 Review – Tempered
Pros – Excellent sub-bass extension, Great dynamics, Transparent tone throughout, Outstanding layering and imaging, Source agnostic Cons – Forward vocals … Continue Reading Custom Art Fibae 7 Review – Tempered
Oriolus Finschi Review – Strong Foundations
Pros – Excellent bass extension and slam, Natural vocals, Clean high-end, Excellent ergonomics Cons – Slightly slower bass, driver flex … Continue Reading Oriolus Finschi Review – Strong Foundations
Empire Ears Phantom Review – The Hero We Deserve
Pros – Coherent, layered and wholly resolved midrange, Very wide soundstage, Dynamic bass Cons – Intimate depth, Doesn’t provide a … Continue Reading Empire Ears Phantom Review – The Hero We Deserve
Shanling M0 Review – Versatile, Capable, Affordable
Pros – Excellent build and design, Fast yet feature-rich UI, Clean sound with wide soundstage, Extremely low output impedance, Zero … Continue Reading Shanling M0 Review – Versatile, Capable, Affordable
Beyerdynamic Xelento Remote Review – Inviting, Intoxicating
Pros – Immaculate build & chrome finish, Perfect comfort with low-profile fit, Organic yet clear presentation, Excellent soundstage width Cons … Continue Reading Beyerdynamic Xelento Remote Review – Inviting, Intoxicating
Acoustune HS1503AL Review – Stalwart
Pros – Extremely open, revealing tuning, Outstanding resolution and control, Top-class build quality, Great separation Cons – Mediocre isolation, Recessed, … Continue Reading Acoustune HS1503AL Review – Stalwart
Hyla CE-5 Review – Rhythm over Melody
Pros – Hyper-engaging with terrific control, Very spacious stage, Great end to end extension Cons – Driver flex, Nozzle doesn’t … Continue Reading Hyla CE-5 Review – Rhythm over Melody
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
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
Everyday Listening 