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Eric D. Hieger, Psy.D.
Energetic and lively look and sound – too much of a good thing? First Impressions “WOW!” There are no IEMs (in-ear monitors) that look like this. The Essence’s allure in…
Review: Cleer Audio Flow II Wireless ANC – Comfortably and Quietly Carving a Piece of the Pie
Style and substance in equal measure make the Cleer Audio Flow II a clear choice. First Impressions The style is much more appealing than the more commonplace black-on-black plastic. The…
12 Most Expensive IEMs & Earphones in the World
We explore 12 of the most pricey in-ear monitors available today. In-ear monitors (IEMs or earphones as they are sometimes referred) are an intimate alternative to traditional headphones, in that…
Review: Emotiva Airmotiv GR1 – New Kid on the Audiophile Block
Strong, dark, and handsome with gentlemanly posture and grace. Emotiva has worked diligently for years to make a name for themselves with audiophiles and enthusiasts who expect uncompromised audio performance.…
Review: FiiO FD5 – Superior Soundstage Soundshifter
Headphones masquerading as earphones. FiiO has done a remarkable job since their launch in 2007, building their hard-earned reputation through innovative in-house R&D, quality products, and extensive industry accolades –…
Review: Khadas Tone2 Pro DAC/Amp – Both Little Red Riding Hood and Big Bad Wolf
Affordable advanced engineering with compact clean power. The Tone2 Pro headphone Amp/DAC is Khadas’ second-generation Tone Board. It incorporates a variety of user feedback from their first-gen product, the Tone1,…
16 Most Expensive Headphones in the World
We explore a number of the most exceptionally pricey headphones available in the world today While the headphones we have on our list are certainly expensive, they are aspirational –…
Review: Tripowin TC-01 – Mirrors, Mystery, Music, and More
…and I almost missed it… the Magic! Tripowin, established in 2019, quickly gained experience in manufacturing professional HiFi cables and earphone accessories. To date, they have brought two models of…
Review: CCA CS16 – More Is Better, Isn’t It?!
CCA’s flagship borders on being spoiled by excess. Clear Concept Audio (CCA) has produced a range of in-ear monitors (IEMs), offering a wide range of configurations and prices. The CS16…
Review: Thieaudio Legacy 4 – the Sound of Art and Art of Sound
Is there a place in the Legacy family for another middle child? Thieaudio has gone to great lengths and investment to create a distinctly different set of IEMs in their…
Review: TOZO NC9 – Exceptional Performance and Simplicity
Do the NC9’s minor tradeoffs make for a bargain champion? TOZO and I have some history now. Several years ago, our relationship began with me looking to buy a ‘budget’…
Review: CCA C10 Pro – Unique and Stunning Black and Gold
Are they worth their weight in gold and fit for a King? The small plain white box I received with an embossed bold black CCA logo was humble and unassuming.…
Review: BLON BL05S – Far From Subtle, and Potentially Sub-lime
Same specs as BL05 — did “NEVERGIVEUP” produce a better result? I was really excited to receive these! I eagerly opened the shipping package, admired the packaging, took some photos,…
