Contrary to popular belief, waterproof headphones are not just for swimming. If you are someone who perspires a lot or there is a risk of getting your headphones wet while training, then it’s best to use waterproof in-ear headphones. There are a lot...
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Think about how when you listen to music on a stereo system. The sound appears to be coming from straight in front of you, rather than from the left and right sides, or when you’re watching a movie in the cinema, and you’ll hear certain sounds...
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Are gaming headsets just marketing, or is there actual value? While gaming headsets are popular and used by most pro gamers, they don’t go without criticism from audio enthusiasts who will often deem headsets a waste of money from an audio...
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The Low Down The Philips Fidelio X2HR punches well above its weight at around $150, providing performance in line with some much more expensive headphones. The sound is full and immersive, with excellent imaging for what could be called a budget...
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We’ve listened to a lot of speakers, and while loudness is easy to find, what can be tougher is to find loud Bluetooth speakers that still offer high-quality audio without excessively muddy bass or piercing treble. In this article, we look at...
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When you’re looking at piecing together a listening setup for your home studio, media center, or gaming system, the different types of gear required can become overwhelming and confusing at times. Not too long ago we took a walk through the world of...
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The Low-Down! The Monitor 80 Studio Headphones from OneOdio offer an affordable pair of reference headphones that do a good job in the sound department. While they may offer more bass than some prefer, the curve on the Monitor 80 is still quite a...
The Low-Down! The EKSA E5000 Pro lies between a budget and a mid-range headset, which, while perhaps too bulky for some, improves the sound and build quality of the EKSA E1000. It features USB-A and USB-C cables, meaning it’s versatile enough...
The Low-Down! The Pyle outdoor Bluetooth speakers offer incredible value for money with an easy-to-install, great-sounding, and versatile set of outdoor speakers that are more than suitable for indoor use as well. What makes these speakers...
The Low-Down! I can confidently say that any audiophile will appreciate the honest, transparent, and classy nature of the Lineartube Audio Z40+ integrated valve power amplifier. While it certainly isn’t budget-friendly, those that are serious about...
The Low-Down! The SuperEQ Q2 Pro wireless earbuds bring active noise canceling to what can be considered an affordable price range. The ANC performance is excellent, and the inclusion of multiple bud sizes means they can be adapted to your ear canal...
The Low-Down! The Sonos in wall speaker isn’t the most budget-friendly option, but with the increased price tag comes increased quality across the board. These speakers have excellent build quality, great sound, and are also relatively easy to...
The Low-Down! The Sivga sv021 offers a high-quality closed-back option at under $200. The wooden-backed earcups offer a beautiful aesthetic, while the protein leather earcup padding provides an unbelievably comfortable experience. The sv021...
The Low-Down! The Treblab Z2 wireless headphones impress with their excellent battery life, active noise cancellation, and overall audio quality. While there were a few minor aspects that I wasn’t a huge fan of, it is tough to fault the Z2...
The Low-Down! The new JBL Flip 6 brings with it some great improvements to the JBL Flip 5, most noteworthy of which are the additions to weather resistance, audio performance, and Bluetooth capabilities. The improvements seen between the JBL Flip 6...
The Low-Down! The Samsung Galaxy Buds Live are polarized by their unique design, which while enabling a wider soundstage experience, can also lead to discomfort for users with certain ear shapes and sizes. The audio experience offers some...
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