SMSL SU-9 Review II – Worth Less?
Damn you SMSL for creating a superb DAC shredding my desires for a lesser DAC. Definitely recommended and hard to part with when I send this loaner back.
Read moreDamn you SMSL for creating a superb DAC shredding my desires for a lesser DAC. Definitely recommended and hard to part with when I send this loaner back.
Read moreThe TRN BA8 is a well-resolving and otherwise technically very good earphone that fails on its overly aggressive sound and sterile presentation.
Read moreAn unexpected steal at this price.
Read moreThe iFi Zen Can is the best amp under $200 for the Sennheiser HD6XX/650. That’s basically my takeaway after testing this amp for 2+ months. For similar high impedance dynamic drivers and low sensitivity planars - the Zen Can is is very capable indeed.
Read moreSome technical photography showing the physical features of the Moondrop Illumination prior to my full review.
Read moreThe DUNU LUNA is lunatically good sounding (no pun intended). I’d say it is the best single DD set I’ve heard, in terms of melding technicalities, timbre and tonality. Well, I can’t afford it in this lifetime, but too bad the ears can’t unhear it now and I can’t look at other single DDs in the same (moon)light.
Read morehe Dekoni Fenestrated Sheepskin earpads and and Hybrid Elite earpads offer outstanding workmanship and comfort. However, they alter the characteristics the Sennheiser HD 600 have been known for and may therefore not be for everyone.
Read moreHidizs S-9, Cozoy Takt-C and Meizu MasterHiFi USB-C DAC/Amps: There are design pretexts for eliminating the headphone jack, but I’m
Read moreThey are definitely unique and the science side of oval openings makes sense, but the elliptical shape seems like a better on paper concept.
Read moreThe Kinera BD005 Pro is a beautiful jack of all trades, sporting a rather coherent warmish V shaped tuning that is safe for the upper frequencies (compared to the usual CHIFI tuning). Other than looks, it scores above average points in most areas, but doesn’t have a particular department that it truly excels at to stand out in the ultra cut throat budget CHIFI market segment.
Read moreADV Eartune Fidelity U Elliptical Silicone Eartips offer an unconventional geometry mimicking the human ear canal. But they have limited application…
Read moreCayin N3Pro is a fun sounding DAP with two different tube flavors. It’s a unique offering in the price range if you’re after a fun sounding DAP and don’t care too much about neutrality.
Read moreSome technical photography showing the physical features of this earphone prior to my full review.
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