LearnFundamentals

Headphone Fundamentals

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

🤿 Dive Deeper: Noise-cancellation
Rinne Test: What It Is and How It Works
By Colin Toh
Can Earplugs Cause Tinnitus? Here Are the Facts
By Colin Toh
What Are Bone Conduction Headphones? [A Full Guide for Beginners]
By Athena Carangan
Noise Reduction Rating for Shooting: How Much Do You Really Need?
By Milo Bransby
What Earplugs Are & How They Can Help You [Ultimate Guide]
By Colin Toh
How Many Decibels (dB) Do Earplugs Actually Reduce? [Ultimate Guide]
By Milo Bransby
Bone Conduction Tests: A Comprehensive Guide to How They Work
By Andy G.
Can Earplugs Cause Vertigo? Here’s Everything You Need to Know
By Colin Toh
Do Earplugs Help When Flying? Everything You Need to Know
By Athena Carangan
Headphone Splitters: What Are They and How to Choose the Best One
By Jefri Yonata
What Is Spatial Audio: A Beginner’s Guide
By Chris Golembeski
Air Conduction vs Bone Conduction: Which One Is Best for You?
By Jefri Yonata
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 Colin Toh
IP Ratings in Headphones: Water and Dust Resistance Explained
By Colin Toh
Active Noise Cancellation Explained: What Is ANC in Headphones?
By Chris Golembeski
Water Resistant vs. Waterproof Headphones: What’s the Difference?
By Colin Toh
What Is an Audiophile?
By Trav Wilson
Headphones Safety: The Most Pressing Questions Answered
By Colin Toh
The Beginner Audiophile’s Guide to DACs and Why You Need One
By Andy G.
3 Crucial Factors That Affect How Long Your Headphones Last
By Aaron Oh
Do Noise Cancelling Headphones Work Without Music?
By Colin Toh
Bluetooth vs Wired Headphones Radiation: Should You Worry?
By John Alexander
Digital Signal Processing (DSP) Audio Explained: A Beginner’s Guide
By Chris Golembeski