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
Noise Reduction Rating Explained
By Chief Editor
How Do Human Hear Sound? The Hearing Mechanism Explained
By Alan Gleeson
The Audio Frequency Spectrum Explained
By Alan Gleeson
Open-back VS Closed-back Headphones: Which Should You Buy?
By Alan Gleeson
What Are Volume-Limiting Headphones?
By Chief Editor
Introduction to DACs: Headphones Enthusiast’s Guide | Part 2
By Trav Wilson
Introduction to DACs: Headphones Enthusiast’s Guide | Part 1
By Trav Wilson
Showdown of Wireless TV Headphones: RF vs IF vs Bluetooth
By Chief Editor
Ultimate Guide to Audio Output
By Chief Editor
Understanding Sample Rate, Bit Depth, and Bit Rate
By Chief Editor
An Amplifier Primer: Technical Terms for Beginners
By Timothy Cose
Balanced vs Unbalanced Audio Connections
By Trav Wilson
Headphone Jack and Plugs: Everything You Need to Know
By Chief Editor
Headphone Impedance Demystified: Do I Need a Headphone Amp?
By Trav Wilson
Demevalos’ Guide to Creating Y-Split Braided Cables
By demevalos
Demevalos’ Guide to Building Audio Cables
By demevalos
The True Value of Beats Headphones
By Ong YJ
The Great Headphone Cable Debate: Do expensive cables matter?
By Trav Wilson
The Coolest & Most Interesting Headphones in the World
By Trav Wilson
6 Types Of Headphone Drivers That You Should Know
By Chief Editor
6 Simple Ways To Check If Your Headphones Are Too Loud
By Chief Editor
How To Clean Headphones: The Only Guide You Ever Need
By Serena Toh
External DAC: Is it an absolute necessity for your headphones?
By Chief Editor
What does a V-shaped sound signature mean?
By Chief Editor