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 2022-01-01 to 1 year

SHOZY T1 & T1 Pro: Open-style Single Dynamic Driver 2Pin 0.78mm In-ear Earphone

Shozy has released its latest single dynamic driver IEMs, the Shozy T1, and its higher-end model, the Shozy T1 Pro.

Tin HiFi Launched C2 Mech Warrior & C3 LCP+PU Composite Diaphragm In-Ear Monitors

With a huge catalog of successful budget in-ear monitors, Tin HiFi is a well-recognized name in the HiFi audio industry. Today, the brand has announced two brand new products to be added to its catalog of single-dynamic driver offerings, m…

(Wireless Headphones Review) Edifier WH500: Easy-to-carry multi-point, casual headphones. Sound quality can be adjusted with a dedicated app.

The Edifier WH500 is not a bad choice for a low budget, casual use wireless headphones.

TANCHJIM SPACE: Dual CS43131 Decoding Chips Portable Headphone Amp

The latest portable headphone amplifier, TANCHJIM SPACE, has been released.

Meet HarmonicDyne Devil: Brand New In-Ear Monitors With Dual 10mm Custom Dynamic Drivers

We have got a brand-new pair of premium dual-dynamic driver IEMs from HarmonicDyne, meet the all-new HarmonicDyne Devil. Equipped with two high-performance 10mm custom-developed dynamic drivers, the HarmonicDyne Devil delivers impactful lo…

Kinera Pandamon: 10mm Square Planar Driver In-Ear Earphone

Kinera has released a new planar drive IEMs, the Kinera Pandamon.

AFUL Acoustics Performer 5: Brand-New 1DD+4BA Hybrid IEMs With Patented Technologies

AFUL Acoustics is a new name in the international market. Founded back in 2018, AFUL has aimed to design top-quality performing IEMs at pocket-friendly prices. With the help of a professional R&D Team, they have developed several different…

TRN XuanWu: 10mm Planar Magnetic & Customized Balanced Armature Driver IEMS

TRN has released its latest planar magnetic and BA hybrid IEM, the TRN XuanWu.

TINHIFI C3: 10mm PU+LCP Composite Diaphragm HiFi Wired In-Ear Monitor

TinHiFi, a well-established and very popular brand, has released a new DD IEM, the TINHIFI C3.

(HiFiGO) Hifigo Black Friday & Cyber Monday Deals: Enjoy over 40% Off on Your Favorite HiFi Audio Gear

November is here, and we are back again with our upcoming sale. Just wrapped our double 11 sales for which we are thankful to all our supporters for the amazing response. We are back now with our Black Friday and Cyber Monday sale. HiFiGo …

(Linsoul) Linsoul Black Friday and Cyber Monday Sale and Giveaway 2022

Linsoul will be holding their Linsoul Black Friday and Cyber Monday Sale 2022 from November 24 till November 29, 2022 (GMT+8). Storewide promotional prices for many products, Linsoul Black Friday and Cyber Monday Giveaway, Linsoul Thanksgi…

(Chi-fi IEM Review) AFUL Performer 5: Good neutral sound balance. Smooth, good connection between registers and natural decay.

The AFUL Performer 5 is a multi-driver earphones with a very smooth and well-connected sound image consistency.

Meet The All-New Audirect Atom 3: Latest Portable USB DAC/AMP With Premium ESS Sabre DAC Chipset

Audirect has released a brand new Portable USB DAC/AMP, presenting the all-new Audirect Atom 3. As a successor to the Atom 2, the Atom 3 here is a tiny package with massive sound characteristics. With top-quality features such as a premium…

Moondrop Introduces "Line V": 8-Core OFC Silver-Plated Headphone Upgrade Cable

Moondrop has always been a famous brand in the HiFi audio community. Mainly known for its huge range of HiFi in-ear monitors, Moondrop is a part of all the discussions for its newly launched headphones, the Moondrop Void. Following the rel…

KZ Introduces PR1 Pro: Second-Generation Planar Magnetic Driver IEMs!!

Planar Magnetic Driver IEMs have been a hit this year. Different brands including LETSHUOER, DUNU, Celest, etc. have joined hands with the Planar Magnetic Driver Technology. A few weeks ago, KZ Acoustics, commonly known as KZ, also release…

KBEar Qinglong: Brand New Dynamic Driver IEMs With PU+PEEK Dual-layered Diaphragm & Mirror-Finished Metallic Cavities

KBEar isn’t bound to any type of introduction among audiophiles. The brand is known for its catalog of in-ear monitors that deliver quality performance at an affordable price tag.s Today, KBEAR has released its latest pair of premium singl…

A Brief Introduction To AFUL Acoustics

Founded back in 2018, AFUL Acoustics has kept a precise focus to develop high-end performing in-ear monitors at affordable prices. Together with its innovative R&D team, AFUL has got many different patents under its name. They have adhered…

Tanchjim Space: Brand New Portable USB DAC/AMP With Dual CS43131 DAC Chips

Tanchjim, a brand commonly known for IEMs has debuted in the portable DAC/AMP market with the release of the all-new Tanchjim Space. “Space” is the brand’s first-ever take on the DAC/AMP market. It is designed with premium audio circuitry …

Moondrop Launches "Void": Over-ear Open-Back Headphones With 50mm Dynamic Driver

Moondrop is a well-recognized name in the industry. The brand is known mainly for its absolutely brilliant range of in-ear monitors. Moondrop has now entered into the world of over-ear headphones with its very first release, the Moondrop V…

HarmonicDyne Devil: Flagship Dual Custom 10mm Dynamic Drivers In-Ear Earphones

The popular HarmonicDyne brand has released a new flagship class IEM, the HarmonicDyne Devil.

KiiBOOM Allure: Challenging Single Driver IEMs

Rising IEM brand KiiBOOM has released the KiiBOOM Allure, a single-driver IEM.

KiiBOOM Evoke: Extraordinary Stylish Hybrid IEMs

Up-and-coming IEM brand KiiBOOM has introduced an attractive hybrid IEM. KiiBOOM Evoke.

(Eartip Review) LIZER LAB JIJUJET-2: Eartips expected to improve resolution. However, it is for advanced users. JIJUFIN recommended for beginners.

LIZER LAB JIJUJET-2 is an interesting audio item. It can be expected to have a positive effect in terms of actual resolution under the right conditions of use.

Kiwi Ears Cadenza New Release at Linsoul Audio

As a newcomer in the industry pursuing extraordinary audio reproduction, the perfect combination of technical innovation and exquisite tuning has always been the goal of Kiwi Ears. We would like to recommend their newly launched 10mm Beryl…

(True Wireless Earbuds Review) Tranya F4: A safe choice. Operability is not bad, communication quality is excellent. Good battery life.

The Tranya F4 is not a product that can be specially recommended. In general, considering its operability, communication quality, and battery performance, it is well organized for its low price and may be considered a safe investment overa…

Moondrop Quarks Gets All-New Type-C Variant: Moondrop Quarks DSP

Moondrop has redesigned the entry-level Quarks in-ear monitors with brand-new Quarks DSP. DSP stands for Digital Signal Processing, DSP chips are usually used in TWS and Type-C interfaces. Moondrop has designed the Quarks DSP with a Type-C…

NFAudio RA10: Latest Single Dynamic Driver IEMs with Powerful 6mm Micro DD Unit

NF Audio is a premium high-resolution in-ear monitor brand from China. Founded back in 2014, NF Audio has created multiple successful pairs for music professionals as well as audio enthusiasts. They aim to design high-quality products at a…

KZ PR1 PRO: 2nd Generation 13.2mm Planar Magnetic In-Ear Earphones

KZ's progress never stops. They have released a new planar-driven IEM, the KZ PR1 PRO.

Shanling Introduces UA1s: Brand New Portable USB DAC/AMP With ES9219C DAC Chip & Interchangeable Connector Cable

Shanling has released an update to its collection of portable handy USB DAC/AMPs. The series that compromises of several successful models including UA1 Pro, UA2, UA3, UA5, etc, has got a brand new upgraded entry-level model, presenting th…

Open Audio Witch Pro: 9.2mm dynamic & BA Dual Drivers In-Ear Earphones

Open Audio has released its latest entry-level IEM, the Open Audio Witch Pro.