Dali has mastered the art of turning your home into an high-end audiophile space. Now, they are perfecting the art of taking that space on the go in a pair of headphones. A model that has recently gotten a bit of attention is the Dali IO-8, a followup to their top-of-the-line IO-12.  I was lucky enough to test it out for myself and see how the sound quality transfers from speakers to cans. Retailing at...

Hifiman is arguably one of the most well-known brands for audiophile headphones. Their flagship models impress music enjoyers everywhere, and they continue to impress their ever-growing consumer audience with a few new hitters.  The Ananda BT R2R, an open-back planar magnetic headphone is a variation on the already popular Ananda, this time with capabilities to take your music on the go. It retails for $799, and today we take a look at all the details. ...

New Open-Back Headphone from Meze Audio Meze Audio proudly introduces 105 AER, the Romanian artisan brand’s latest addition to its best-in-class range. An over-ear and open-back headset, Meze Audio has crafted 105 AER for music lovers who value a deeper connection to their sound.  Rich in detail, versatile and perfectly suited for all genres of music, 105 AER is Meze Audio’s invitation to experience the multi-dimensional depth of sound. Inspired by the natural world, 105...

Fiio continues to make waves in the audio industry with their value-packed offerings. From their impressive BTR7 and K11 R2R to the feature-rich K19 Integrated Amplifier, Fiio consistently delivers products that punch above their weight class. Now, with the release of their FT1 closed-back headphones, they aim to bring this same value proposition to the headphone market. What's In The Box? Fiio includes a surprisingly complete package for the $149 price point: - FT1 headphones...

Audio-Technica is a standard for musicians and music enjoyers everywhere. Their flagship ATH-ADX5000 continues to be a hit amongst audiophiles and music producers, as the open-air design allows for detailed sound and at a high resolution. They have recently released a followup to those flagship headphones, this time in a version they named the ATH-ADX3000. These headphones retail for $999, and today I was able to give them a listen and check out all the...

For audiophiles, a well-known company that always produces reliable sound is Focal. Their flagship headphones are wildly sought after, and their Bluetooth Bathys continue to impress anyone who gives them a try. They’ve recently released two new models of wired headphones, pricing lower than their average pair of cans to accommodate the audiophile budget. The open-back Hadenys and the closed-back Azurys are both priced under $700, bringing high quality sound at an unbeatable cost.  What...

Bowers & Wilkins has come in at the end of 2024 to redesign their classic true wireless earbuds. The Pi8 flew off the shelves at astounding speeds, and now on the market is the Pi6. As the sibling model to the Pi8, the Pi6 comes in as an excellent upgrade for Bowers & Wilkins users who don't find it necessary to get all fancy features. It retails for $249, and today we take a look...

The ATH-ADX3000: A Flagship Follow-Up Modeled after our flagship ATH-ADX5000 open-back headphones, the ATH-ADX3000 is designed to bring the natural Open-Air sound to a wider audience. These headphones feature 58 mm integrated driver units, which position the diaphragm, voice coil, baffle and magnet in a single unit, resulting in improved airflow and full-range audio reproduction. This creates an optimum structure, reducing unnecessary sound distortion. The result is full-range audio with natural bass, pure mid and...

Astell&Kern, a global leader in high-resolution audio products and accessories, announces the latest digital audio player (DAP) in its flagship line, the A&ultima SP3000M.  Available in November 2024, the SP3000M will retail for $2,299 at authorized Astell&Kern dealers worldwide. The A&ultima SP3000M is the successor to the SP3000's best in class audio performance, inheriting the superior audio circuitry structure and sound quality found in the SP3000, offering enhanced portability in a more compact size. Features...

For planar magnetic headphones, brands like Hifiman and Audeze swoop in with some of the most well-known models. However, Sivga is a lesser-known Chinese company that flies under the radar, and it delivers some top quality sound. They’ve recently released the P2 Pro, an open-back planar magnetic headphone that is as pleasing to the eyes as it is to the ears. At $449, it's a worthy competitor to some of the high quality items on...

I'm always on the lookout for products that offer exceptional value for money. When I heard about the new Sivga Que IEMs, retailing at just $69.90, I was intrigued to see how they would perform. After spending considerable time with these earphones, I can confidently say that Sivga has created something special with the Que. In this review, I'll share my in-depth experience with these Sivga IEMs and explore whether they live up to the...

INTRODUCING THE CD-5 We are proud to help Gold Note introduce their newest CD player, the CD-5! Adding to the 5 Series, the CD-5 features a high-precision CD mechanism and a high-resolution D/A converter. The CD-5 delivers music effortlessly leveraging an expertly engineered signal path to ensure exceptional sound quality. Its advanced audio-grade components and design eliminate noise and intermodulation, providing a pure and immersive auditory journey, all controlled with the sleek touchscreen display and included remote...

New Audiophile Upgrade from Audeze! Audeze, the leading premium headphone manufacturer known for its award-winning technology, announces the release of CRBN2, their latest and most advanced electrostatic headphone. CRBN2 builds on Audeze's legacy of cutting-edge audio innovation and introduces Audeze’s patent pending Symmetric Linear Acoustic Modulator (SLAM) technology for the first time. This revolutionary feature provides an unprecedented level of transparency and bass response, offering listeners an experience that is both deeply tactile and vividly...

Introducing the Alto We are excited to help Chord Electronics introduce Alto, a headphone / nearfield monitor amplifier, and the first product in Chord Electronics' new Pro Audio series. Building on Chord Electronics' legacy in both high-performance home audio and the professional audio world, Alto delivers precision audio trusted by engineers at iconic studios such as Abbey Road, Skywalker Sound, and Atlantic Studios. Key Features Proprietary ULTIMA amplification technology Powers up to four pairs of...

Introducing Solo Redefining the meaning of “full-range sound” in portable high- end audio, Solo expertly covers the entire sonic spectrum with a single planar driver. The final note in our legendary tia™ line of UIEMs has been years in the making. Staying true to the tech-disruptive legacy of Fourté, Trio, and Duo, we looked to the past for innovative solutions to the modern challenge of tuning a single driver. In addition to a traditional electronic...