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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Entries from 2022-12-01 to 1 month

(Chi-fi IEM Review) TRN XuanWu: With deep, heavy bass and calm, atmospheric dark midrange

The TRN XuanWu is an IEMs with a massive, deep low frequency range and a chic, classy, dark-sounding midrange.

(Linsoul) Linsoul Christmas & Year-End Sale and Giveaway 2022

The year 2022 is drawing to a close—Christmas and New Year are approaching as well. Some of you may be anticipating more deals and promotions from Linsoul during this festive season and we certainly have prepared some surprises for you. We…

(Linsoul) The popular earphones are revival! The TANGZU x HBB Wu Heyday Edition is here!

Pre-orders for the TANGZU x HBB Wu Heyday Edition are now available at Linsoul.

FiiO FH15: 3 Balanced Armature + 1 Dynamic Driver Hybrid In-Ear Earphones

FiiO's newest hybrid IEM, the FiiO FH15, has been released.

TKZK Ouranos: 10mm Carbon Nanotube Dynamic Driver Headphones In-Ear Earphone

The newest single dynamic driver IEMs, TKZK Ouranos, are now available at Linsoul.

(Chi-fi IEM Review) Hidizs MD4: Four diverse and unique sounds that can be switched and enjoyed with a switch. Excellent build quality

Hidizs MD4 has a package and build quality that is worth the price, and the switch allows the user to switch between four different sounds.

Softears Tremolo: Custom In-Ear Monitors With 10mm Beryllium-Plated Diaphragm Dynamic Driver

Softears has launched its amazing new private fitting custom in-ear monitor, the Softears Tremolo. Softears has been developing in-ear monitors for years now. They have designed some amazing sets that deliver quality sound with a comfortab…

(Monitor Headphones Review) Behringer BH770: Analytical monitors that give a high-luminance, high-definition sound. Good fit, but not comfortable to listen to.

If you are looking for a low-cost monitor headphone with excellent analytical capabilities, the Behringer BH770 might be a good candidate.

PAIAUDIO PLIISEN727: 6BA+1DD Hybrid 2pin 0.78mm HiFi In-Ear Earphones Audiophile IEMs

PaiAudio has released its latest hybrid IEM, the PAIAUDIO PLIISEN727.

(IEM Review) JH Audio JH16v2 Pro Universal: Over $1000

For some, the JH Audio JH16v2 Pro Universal may be a pretty great choice.

(Chi-fi IEM Review) TRN MT3: Bright, brilliant, detailed sound. Beautiful appearance of the earphones.

The TRN MT3 is an earphone with a bright, detailed feel and a good sound balance that combines excellent localization and texture. The exterior design is also very good, and the build quality will bring you more satisfaction than the price.

BLON B50: Low Impedance Super-high Sensitivity Ergonomic Headphones

BLON has released the BLON B50, a closed-type headphone designed for portable applications with low impedance.

KZ ZNA: 1DD + 1BA Hybrid IEMs

KZ has released its latest hybrid IEMs, the KZ ZNA.

(True Wireless Earbuds Review) QCY HT05 Melobuds ANC: Monitor-like sound balance with bright midrange; ANC reduced mainly in the midrange. High functionality with supported applications.

The QCY HT05 is a reasonably attractive option in its price range, with ANC that effectively reduces midrange, good communication quality, and a fairly balanced and bright sound signature.

FiiO Launches FH15 Four-Driver Hybrid IEMs With Carbon Based Diaphragm Dynamic Driver & Balanced Armature Drivers

FiiO offers one of the largest collections of in-ear monitors in the market today. The brand deals in multiple varieties of IEMs offering multi-BA, single Dynamic driver, and multi-driver hybrid sets of in-ear monitors. Quite recently, Fii…

(HiFiGO) DUNU Special Year End Sale: Up to 20% Discount On Premium In-Ear Monitors

DUNU is ending the year with a great Year End Sale. We have partnered with DUNU bringing you an exciting year-end special sale and crazy deals on your favorite in-ear monitors from the brand including Talos, Vulkan, SA6, and more. The sale…

(Chi-fi IEM Review) Tripowin x HBB Olina SE: Brushed-up version of Olina with a more open soundstage and excellent localization

With the Olina SE, Tripowin has brushed up on the well-established Olina and improved the audio specs. Basically, the change from Olina to Olina SE can be seen as an evolution, and it shows the solid insight of Tripowin and HBB who worked …

(Chi-fi IEM Review) TANGZU Wan’er S.G: IEMs that combine a heavy low frequency range with a rich and mild listening midrange

The TANGZU Wan'er S.G IEMs have excellent audio specs and a rich, full sound that is pleasant to the ear. The build quality and package quality are also so substantial that it is hard to believe the low price, and will generally give you m…

REECHO SG-03S: LCP Diaphragm Dynamic Driver 2Pin 0.78mm Metal In-ear Earphones

Reecho has released its latest in-ear monitor, the REECHO SG-03S.

Topping E70 Velvet: Flagship Desktop DAC With AK4499EX+AK4191 Premium DAC Chips

The Topping E70 Velvet desktop DAC with the latest flagship AK4499EX+AK4191 chips is now available.

(HiFiGO) LETSHUOER Year End Sale: Enjoy Up to 40% Discounts on Your Favorite Products From LETSHUOER

2022 is about to end in a few days, we have had an amazing year for audio enthusiasts with so many great performing products at pocket-friendly price tags. Most famous HiFi brands including FiiO, DUNU, Kinera, Topping, LETSHUOER, and more,…

(Chi-fi IEM Review) SeeAudio Yume II: Well-balanced warm sound. Luxurious packaging.

The SeeAudio Yume II offer excellent balance, a warm sound without a sense of fatigue from listening, and a high level of satisfaction in a luxurious package.

T+A Solitaire T: Wireless Noise-Cancelling Headphones

T+A has released the T+A Solitaire T high-end wireless headphones.

(Wireless Headphones Review) Edifier G4S: Multi-device support with dongle type Bluetooth adapter. Low latency. Gaming headset with depth sound.

Edifier G4S is a wireless gaming headset with multi-device support and low latency. It has high communication quality, a good wearing comfort, and a sound with depth that does not tire even after long hours of gaming.

FiiO FF5: Carbon-based 14.2mm Dynamic Driver Earbuds Alumium Shell With 3.5mm/4.4mm MMCX Cable

The single dynamic driver Earbuds "FiiO FF5" has been released.

GUSTARD A26: Dual AK4499EX&AK4191 DAC Chips Desktop Digital to Analog Convertor

GUSTARD A26, a flagship-level ultra-high quality DAC from GUSTARD is now available.

Shanling H7: High-End AK4499EX + AK4191EQ DAC chips Portable Amplifier

The Shanling H7 portable headphone amplifier with flagship-class top-quality DAC is now available.

(True Wireless Earbuds Review) Jabra Elite 4 Active: ANC performance meets the price standard, with high functionality and communication quality. Sound quality is not bad.

The Jabra Elite 4 Active is not a bad choice, with excellent functionality, about average ANC for the price, excellent connection quality, a high level of quality control, and sound quality that is above the price standard.

CCA FLA: Professional 10mm Large Size Dynamic Driver In-Ear Earphones

CCA has released new single dynamic driver IEMs, the CCA FLA.

Four New Updates With All-New HiBy R3 Pro Saber 2022: Budget Hi-Res Audio Player Redefined!!

HiBy has updated its classic R3 range of digital audio players with the latest release of the R3 Pro Saber 2022. It comes as an upgraded variant for the R3 Pro Saber that came out back in 2020. HiBy has designed the new R3 Pro Saber 2022 f…