Lotoo, a well-known digital audio player (DAP) manufacturer decided to release its first USB dongle – the Paw S1 – to provide an alternative to current choices in the market.…
Review: Kinera Freya – Lovingly Yours
Presented as a representation of the Norse goddess of love in in-ear-monitor (IEM) form, Kinera’s Freya somewhat follows through on its theme surprisingly consistently, with surprisingly good results. Kinera Audio,…
Review: TOPPING D10s DAC – Top(ping) Tier Performance on a Budget
The TOPPING D10s features a low price, outstanding performance measurements, and a unique – but somewhat limited – feature set. As the old adage goes, it never rains but it…
Why Do Musicians Wear Headphones?
Is it an aesthetic choice or does it serve a real technical purpose? Find out why your favorite musicians wear headphones when recording and performing live. Have you ever wondered…
Build Your Own Headphone Amplifier For Under $30 – The Kuosch NS-01
A step-by-step guide to assembling a high-performance amplifier in an afternoon for under $50. What is NS-01? The NS-01 is a small DIY headphone amplifier. It is not the simplest…
Review: Moondrop SSR – The Sunbeam Serenade
Moondrop’s latest has a fantastical and grandiose name, but at a very affordable price. Featuring a flat, diffuse-field neutral tuning, could this be the baby Etymotic you’ve been waiting for?…
Review: Massdrop x Koss ESP/95X – The Common Man’s Electrostat
Massdrop’s revival of the classic Koss ESP-950 provides a (relatively) affordable entry-point into the bottomless pit of audio wizardry that is the “electrostatic earspeaker.” The history of the electrostatic headphone…
Review: Hidizs Mermaid MS1: New Chapter Begins
After two Kickstarter projects which raised more than USD$200k respectively, Hidizs decided to revisit the in-ear monitor (IEM) market in 2019, with their new lineup, the Mermaid series. Introduction In…
How to Turn Off Headphone Mode On Android (With No Headphones In)
There are a few quick, simple solutions you can do to get your phone to stop thinking the headphones are always plugged in. Is your Android phone stuck in headphone…
How to Fix Sound Delay in Bluetooth Headphones
Learn why audio seems out of sync when you’re watching and listening with a pair of Bluetooth headphones (and how to fix it). You’re watching a music video on YouTube…
Why Do My Earbuds Keep Breaking? (7 Common Causes)
Discover the top reasons why earphones break so easily and several easy hacks that can extend their life. How often do you order new earbuds because your old pair has…
[Foolproof] Pairing Taotronics Bluetooth Headphones to Phone and Computer
Learn how to connect the Taotronics Bluetooth headphones to your phone and computer in this idiot-proof guide. Taotronics have released many models of wireless Bluetooth headphones but the pairing process…
Review: Shanling ME100 – Fundamentally Right
After long-time exploration in the digital audio player (DAP) and amplifier markets, Shanling decided to take a leap of faith and enter the in-ear monitors (IEMs) market with their ME100,…
How To Fix Unbalanced Headphones On PC / Android (Solved)
Unbalanced headphones have a number of causes, but are also easy enough to fix with a few simple, easy-to-learn tweaks. Have you ever used your headphones and noticed that one…
How to Play Music Through Speakers While Using Headphones (For both PC and Mac)
With a few quick fixes, you can easily send music to your speakers and headphones at the same time. Is it possible to play music through speakers while using headphones…
