Fundamentals

There are no dumb questions, but there ARE boring answers. Covering a broad range of essential audio knowledge to help new enthusiasts grasp the basics, and for pros to reinforce their core knowledge.

🤿 Dive Deeper: Noise-cancelling
Headphone Splitters: What Are They and How to Choose the Best One
By Jefri Yonata
What Is Spatial Audio: An Easy Guide to Apple’s Immersive Sound Feature
By Chief Editor
How Bad Is Your Spotify? The Pudding’s Snarky AI Bot Will Tell You!
By Chief Editor
Air Conduction vs Bone Conduction: Which One Is Best for You?
By Jefri Yonata
How Waterproof Are AirPods? Everything You Need to Know
By Chief Editor
Is It Safe to Sleep With Earplugs? Risks and Benefits Explained
By Aaron Oh
Do Earplugs Cause Hearing Loss? Here’s What You Need to Know
By Chief Editor
How to Know if AirPods Are Charging: 4 Easy Methods
By Chief Editor
IP Ratings in Headphones: Water and Dust Resistance Explained
By Chief Editor
Active Noise Cancellation Explained: What Is ANC in Headphones?
By Jefri Yonata
Water Resistant vs. Waterproof Headphones: What’s the Difference?
By Chief Editor
How Long Do AirPods Take to Charge: What You Need to Know
By Chief Editor
AirPods Status Lights: An Easy Guide to What the Different Colors Mean
By Prateek J
Apple Music Lossless: What It Is, How It Works, and How to Use It
By Chief Editor
What Is an Audiophile?
By Trav Wilson
What AirPods Do I Have? A Guide on Identifying Your AirPods Model
By Chief Editor
How to Connect Bluetooth Headphones to Xbox Series X and Series S
By Jefri Yonata
AppleCare+ for AirPods: Is It Worth It?
By Andy G.
Here’s Why Spotify Duo Might Be the Best Music Streaming Plan for You
By Chief Editor
How Long Do AirPods Last (And How You Can Extend Their Lifespan)
By Chief Editor
Make Your iPhone Sound Better with These iPhone Equalizer Settings
By John Alexander
Headphones Safety: The Most Pressing Questions Answered
By Chief Editor
How to Eavesdrop With AirPods Using the Live Listen Feature
By Andy G.
Ultimate Guide to Pick the Right Digital Audio Workstations (DAW)
By Andy G.