The Low Down The Fiio E10K is an affordable, entry-level DAC that, despite its low price point, performs very well with most headphones. While it isn’t packed with features, nor the most powerful DAC on the market, it is an extremely popular...
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...
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...