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 2023-02-01 to 1 month

Moondrop Introduces LAN: Brand New Affordable IEM With 10mm Dual-Cavity Beryllium-Coated Dynamic Driver

Moondrop has introduced a brand new single dynamic driver in the budget category, meet the all-new Moondrop LAN. After years of expertise in designing single and multi-driver IEMs, Moondrop has implemented the techniques used in HiFi IEMs …

(Wired Headphones Review) HarmonicDyne Athena: Neutral sound similar to studio monitors. Attractive sound field expression with a sense of envelopment and immersion.

The HarmonicDyne Athena is one of the most outstanding achievements in the HarmonicDyne headphone series, which has always been striving for new materials and new heights. It has excellent audio specs, with a sound quality that is generall…

KZ Ling Long: 1 DD Open-back HiFi In-Ear Earphones

KZ has released the KZ Ling Long, a drum-type in-ear monitor.

(Chi-fi IEM Review) MEAOES Eagle: High-resolution and delicate platinum sound. Delivering fine detail to those who like analytical sound.

The MEAOES Eagle is an excellent analytical monitor with a resolution and subtle, analytical sound that rivals ultra high-end beyond its price. It has a very detailed sound with a strong sense of separation and has the potential to be a gr…

HarmonicDyne Athena: Studio-Grade 50mm Metal-Ceramic Composite Dynamic Driver Headphone

HarmonicDyne has released its latest studio-grade headphones, the HarmonicDyne Athena.

(True Wireless Earbuds Review) HUAWEI Freebuds Pro 2: High functionality and high sound quality. Ambitious work from HUAWEI offering powerful ANC and excellent neutral sound.

The HUAWEI FreeBuds Pro 2 is a versatile true wireless earphone with near neutral sound balance, high resolution and clarity, and excellent active noise cancellation performance at the top of its price range.

Buy the xDuoo TA-26s Tube Amplifier at Apos Audio

You can now buy the xDuoo TA-26s at Apos Audio. This is the second generation version of the 500mW tube amplifier. This version features all of the features of the original plus a 4.4mm balanced headphone output to help you experience clas…

(High-End IEM Review) Campfire Audio Holocene: Andromeda's little brother

The Campfire Audio Holocene is a pair of earbuds with a subdued, desaturated midrange; the usual excellent build quality of Campfire Audio products is still present, and the packaging, while not as luxurious as the unpacking experience, is…

(True Wireless Earbuds Review) FIIL CC Pro2: LDAC support + high functionality. Superior neutral sound.

The FIIL CC Pro2 are earphones that is almost a perfect upward compatibility of the EarFun Air Pro SV. It inherits the neutral sound of the EarFun Air Pro SV, but with higher resolution, support for the high-quality sound codec LDAC, and i…

KZ AZ15: Upgraded Bluetooth 5.2 Wireless Ear-Hook

KZ has released its latest earhook-type true wireless re-cable, the KZ AZ15.

TRI Star River: Dual Dynamic Drivers 2Pin Wired Earphone with Tuning Switch

TRI Star River, a low-cost in-ear monitor with tuning switch, is now available.

(Chi-fi IEM Review) FAudio Dark Sky: High-resolution neutral sound worthy of FAudio's flagship. Beautiful midrange with high transparency.

The FAudio Dark Sky have a superior resolution that stands head and shoulders above the rest of the high-end market, and they have an attractive sound with a crystal-clear midrange that is also highly transparent. The package is so luxurio…

LETSHUOER X Gizaudio Galileo: Brand new Dual-Driver Hybrid IEMs

LETSHUOER has recently been very active in the consumer audio industry, with massive releases such as S12, S12 Pro, and EJ07M IEMs finding enormous success across the market. Beyond those models, Letshuoer has also dived into producing hig…

HiBy R2 GEN II: HiRes Lossless Digital Music Player

The HiBy R2 Gen II is the newest addition to the entry-level digital audio player lineup.

HiBy R6 GEN III: High Performance Dual ES9038Q2M DAC Portable Digital Audio Player

The Hiby R6 Gen III, a leading mid-range digital audio player, has been released.

xDuoo Announces TA26S Tube Headphone Amplifier With 4.4mm Balanced Headphone Connection

xDuoo has announced a successor to the classic TA26 tube headphone amplifier with the release of the all-new TA26S. The primary upgrade that we have got with the new TA26S is the addition of a new 4.4mm balanced headphone output alongside …

Topping HS02: Brand New High-Speed USB 2.0 Isolator For Desktop Audio Chain

Topping has announced its latest USB isolator, the Topping HS02. HS02 is the second-generation of USB noise isolator coming as a direct upgrade to the classic HS01. It now supports USB 2.0 high-speed transmission that allows smooth signal …

Buy the TOPPING HS02 Audio Isolator on Apos Audio

There’s nothing quite as annoying as ground loop noise sabotaging an otherwise perfect system. You could spend hours troubleshooting the source, or you could spend no time at all by getting TOPPING’s HS02 audio isolator. With inputs for US…

BGVP DM9: Latest Flagship With Nine-Driver Hybrid Configuration(4EST+4BA+1DD)

BGVP has been a known name in the HiFi audio industry for years. Over the years, BGVP has garnered its capabilities as a big manufacturer of budget and premium in-ear monitors. Today, BGVP has released its latest flagship pair of in-ear mo…

(Chi-fi IEM Review) Kinera Celest Gumiho: High luminance neutral sound with a sense of detail

The Kinera Celest Gumiho has excellent resolution and a sound that emphasizes detail. The design is stylish and quite satisfying, but it tends to sound a bit dry and metallic, so it is not for everyone. It is not suitable for people who ar…

(True Wireless Earbuds Review) Angry Miao CYBERBLADE: Excellent neutral sound reproducing excellent localization and texture

The Angry Miao CYBERBLADE has a very balanced, near perfect neutral sound signature, active noise canceling performance meets about the price standard, excellent communication quality, and good build quality. At least in terms of sound qua…

(Chi-fi IEM Review) 3APLUS AP60: High luminance metallic sound

The 3APLUS AP60 are DIY Chinese IEMs that has a build quality that is not bad considering its price, with a high brightness, high resolution, and detailed sound.

(IEM Review) Acoustic Effect TRY-01: Typical balanced armature sound

The Acoustic Effect TRY-01 is an earphone that offers a harmonic-rich, high-resolution sound that is typical of single balanced armature driver models.

(True Wireless Earbuds Review) Poweradd T-M6: Heavy, deep, groove-rich low frequencies and enveloping, resonant midrange

The Poweradd T-M6 are true wireless earphones with deep bass and depth, and a rich, resonant, immersive soundstage.

AG released "BASS2" bass-heavy true wireless earphones

ag will add a new lineup of "BASS," a series of true wireless earphones focused on heavy bass. As the first product, the "ag BASS2" model will be released, offering authentic bass at a reasonable price of less than $100.

(True Wireless Earbuds Review) Lenovo thinkplus LivePods GM2 Pro: High-resolution V-shaped sound with audible edges

The Lenovo thinkplus LivePods GM2 Pro are true wireless earbuds that offer high resolution and depth of sound at a low price.

(Wireless Headphones Review) Edifier WH950NB: Flagship wireless headphones with LDAC support for powerful ANC and high sound quality that can be easily carried around

The Edifier WH950NB is very functional headphones with strong ANC performance, support for the high-quality sound codec LDAC, and easy portability and long battery life for use all the time on the go.

Celest Ruyi: High-Quality OFC IEM Upgrade Cable With Detachable Omni-Directional Boom Microphone

Celest, a sister brand to Kinera has launched a brand new upgrade cable for IEMs, presenting the all-new Celest Ruyi. It’s a high-quality OFC wire upgrade cable that features a detachable Boom microphone. Ruyi has its roots deep in the cla…

Moondrop Droplet: USB-C Balanced Armature Driver In-Ear Earphone

Moondrop Droplet Moondrop has released its latest USB-C compatible IEM, the Moondrop Droplet. blog.ear-phone-review.com Features High-Performance Single Balanced Armature Driver Optimised Digital Signal Processing Professional Sound Adjust…