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Teo Yong Shun
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: 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…
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,…
Comparison Review: Sony IER-M7 vs IER-M9 – The Reference Series
Sony dropped a bomb to their fans and audiophiles around the world in August 2018 by refreshing their previous in-ear monitor (IEM) series with the new in-ear reference (IER) series…
Review: NXEars Basso – When Science Meets Music
Led by former Knowles employee, Casey Ng who participated in NuForce NE, HEM and Primo line-ups development, NXEars Basso addressed the “occlusion effect” which all audiophiles are facing with their…
Review: Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 2 – Improved Listening Experience
With input from users based on the first generation, Sennheiser implemented active noise cancellation (ANC) and improved the ergonomic design to further enhance the listening experience of MOMENTUM True Wireless…
Review: KBEar Diamond – Attractive Newcomer
Despite being a newcomer, KBEar released the Diamond with a solid shell, premium cable and astonishing sonic quality; it successfully lifted the benchmark for entry-level IEMs. Introduction KBEar is a…
Review: Avara Custom AV3 – The All-Rounder
With the implementation of a larger balanced armature (BA) driver for bass, Avara Custom presents the AV3 – the most musical and fun-sounding model from Avara – suitable for all-rounder…
Review: Sennheiser MOMENTUM Wireless – MOMENTUM to Move Forward
The refreshed version of MOMENTUM Wireless is where classy and modern external design meets the Sennheiser’s superior sonic quality, with the addition of new technology implementations. Introduction 2020 is indeed…
Review: DITA Dream XLS – (e)Xtra Large Soundstage
The Dream XLS is DITA’s new flagship – a cumulation of experience throughout the years from the original Answer to the Dream Gen.1. By applying lessons learnt from the original…
Review: BLON BL05 – Never Give Up
After releasing BL03, BLON spent a year in research and development to design the second generation carbon nanotubes (CNT) dynamic driver for the all-new BL05. Introduction ’Belief’, ‘Let Music Burn’,…
Review: Sennheiser IE400 Pro – Legacy Inheritance
High-resolution, transparent mid-ranges, precise soundstage, and a robust design fit for any stage – meet the all-new IE400 Pro. Introduction Sennheiser Electronic GmbH & Co. KG has produced numerous high…
Review: Lotoo Paw 6000: Perfect Integration
With the success of the latest flagship, Lotoo Paw Gold Touch (LPGT), Lotoo heard the demands from those who have a stricter budget. The all-new Paw 6000 is the solution…
Review: Queen of Audio’s Flagship Attempt – The Mojito
With the success of the Pink Lady, the first in-ear monitors (IEMs) released by Queen of Audio (QoA), the team has ambitiously unlocked even more achievements by releasing their new…
Review: Avara Neo – Creative Unleash
After a few years of dedication in shaping the Indonesian Custom in-ear monitor (IEM) market, Avara Custom decided to launch Avara NEO, the world’s first pair of truly customizable universal…
