audio-sound @ hatena

An audio review & news blog. The volume should not exceed 80 dB is recommended. I usually adhere to the safe-listening style by WHO. Please note that my aural impressions and interpretations of measurements are also made from a safe-listening style.

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(Monitor Headphones Review) audio-technica ATH-M20x: High-resolution entry monitor that focuses on the midrange

The audio-technica ATH-M20x is the brand's entry-level monitor headphone, yet it has the resolution of an ultra high-end product. Its sound is designed with an emphasis on brightly focused midrange imaging, and if you like bright sound, yo…

(Chi-fi IEM Review) EPZ Q1: For those sensitive to high frequencies

The EPZ Q1 earphones have a full midrange sound with very controlled high frequencies. It is well designed and well packaged, and may be recommended as a very comfortable listening earphone for those who are sensitive to high frequencies.

(Headphones Review) audio-technica ATH-AVA500: Excellent listening headphones that are flat and well-balanced throughout, and allow you to hear the entire music in high resolution with good detail

The audio-technica ATH-AVA500 headphones are capable of providing high-resolution, flat overall sound. It has a well-balanced sound with excellent original fidelity, similar to the ambience of flat speakers, and is a relatively good choice…

Effect Audio Launches 8-Wire Variant for Signature Series Ares S & Cadmus IEM Upgrade Cables!!

Last year, Effect Audio introduced the signature series of premium IEM upgrade cables with the release of Ares S, Cadmus, and Eros S cables. The series got immense love and support from the audiophile community delivering quality sound at …

(Chi-fi IEM Review) Tri Star River: Excellent studio tuning-like neutral sound. Tuning switch included.

Tri Star River is an in-ear monitor that offers a fairly good neutral sound in its price range. With massive bass and accurate texture, they are a superior choice over many high-end products because of their excellent level of resolution a…

7Hz Introduces Legato: All-New Dual Dynamic Driver IEMs

Following the success of the Timeless series and the Salnotes Zero series of in-ear monitors, 7Hz is back again with an all-new pair of in-ear monitors, presenting the all-new 7Hz Legato. What makes the Legato different from the other mode…

(Chi-fi IEM Review) 7Hz Legato: Listening sound that combines heavy bass, deep midrange, and extended highs

The 7Hz Legato IEMs have a V-shaped sound that combines massive, deep lows with sufficiently extended highs. The depth, rich resonance, and immersive sound may be quite attractive for relaxed listening applications.

iBasso DC04 Pro: Brand New USB DAC/AMP With Dual CS43131 DAC and Dual Headphone Output

iBasso has released an upgrade to its classic DC04 Portable USB DAC/AMP, presenting the all-new DC04 Pro. The OG DC04 came out back in 2021, it grabbed a lot of positive feedback from users worldwide, the only problem that people raised ba…

(High-End IEM Review) Westone MACH 70: With a massive low frequency range and a sound field with a sense of depth

The Westone MACH 70 offers more depth and heft than the higher-end MACH 80, improved localization, better linearity, and generally better sound quality than the MACH 80. However, it has little to offer in terms of price, and there is not m…

(Chi-fi IEM Review) FZ Liberty Z2: IEMs with a rare sound that creates a clear yet fantastic worldview and makes you listen to music like a daydream

The FZ Liberty Z2 IEMs create an enveloping acoustic space that is as high-resolution, clear, and low-distortion as ultra high-end, yet so richly resonant that the music is veiled and vaguely dimly audible. Because of their clearly idiosyn…

Buy the TOPPING LA90 Discrete NFCA Power Amplifier on Apos Audio

Audiophiles, meet the TOPPING LA90 Discrete NFCA Power Amplifier, a state-of-the-art audio solution designed to enhance your listening experience with the magic of discrete NFCA power amplifier circuitry. This revamped version of the LA90 …

FiiO Introduces "FT3": Their First Over-Ear Headphones With 60mm Large Dynamic Drivers

FiiO is one of the most active HiFi audio brands from China. Today, they probably have one of the largest product catalogs that cover almost all the different categories in the Audio industry including AMPs, DACs, Portable Audio Players, I…

(Chi-fi IEM Review) TRN Rosefinch: TRN Brings a New Era to Planar Drive IEMs

TRN Rosefinch represents a completely new step forward for TRN in the field of planar-drive earphones. With its well-defined high frequencies, carefully tuned and consistent sound design, high transparency, and above all, ultra-high-end re…

(Chi-fi IEM Review) EPZ K1: Outstanding listening IEMs with extreme resolution at a low price

The EPZ K1 IEMs are extremely affordable, yet are capable of delivering sound with excellent detail and a resolution unmatched in this price range. Its sound is extended, majestic, and exhilarating, providing an enjoyable listening experie…