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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(News) Smabat ST20 Pro: 120ohm Balanced Armature + Dynamic Driver Hybrid MMCX HiFi Earbud

Smabat has released the Smabat ST20 Pro, a hybrid-type intraconca Chinese earphone that combines a balanced armature driver and a dynamic driver.

(News) TRN BAX: BA+1DD+2EST hybrid type new flagship IEM

TRN has released the TRN BAX, the company's flagship hybrid IEMs.

(Chi-fi IEM Review) Fidue Gem 4: The resolution is very high, but the overall balance is aggressive, with a lot of distortion and a dry sound characteristic of balanced armatures.

The Fidue Gem4 is a very high-resolution sounding earphone that can impress those who like a clear sound. However, the sound is a bit too aggressive and has a lot of balanced-armature-like distortion, which makes it hard to say that it is …

(IEM Review) Westone Pro X30: Stage monitor with emphasis on midrange. Not for everyday music appreciation. Good for listening to explanatory videos or practicing your instrument.

Westone Pro X30 Disclaimer Recommended for people like this Overview of Westone Pro X30 audio-sound Score Basic Specifications package Package contents Build quality Fit Sound quality REW Frequency Response Sound quality description Sound …

(Chi-fi IEM Review) BGVP DM8: A beautiful earphone that provides a mellow midrange with high resolution

The BGVP DM8 is a Chinese earphone that can be recommended to those who want to enjoy the midrange harmoniously and mellowly. The resolution is very close to outstanding considering the price, the vocal expression is very beautiful, and cl…

Kiwi Ears Orchestra: 8BA High Performance In-Ear Monitor

Kiwi Ears has released high-end multi-driver IEMs, the Kiwi Ears Orchestra.

(Monitor Headphones Review) SHURE SRH1540: Excellent neutral recording monitor. One of SHURE's best models that carefully projects a wide range of sound.

The SHURE SRH1540 has a very high reputation, and I can confirm that it does indeed have a very good neutral sound. Of course, it is not a perfect model. The sound is lacking in clarity considering the price, and may lack pinpoint clarity …

(True Wireless Earbuds Review) Bang & Olufsen E8 Sport: The most attractive feature of this product is its high resolution sound with excellent detail. The design is also full of functional beauty.

The B&O E8 Sport is a completely wireless earphone that has a clean and clear sound field and gives you a monitor-like, detail-oriented sound. The resolution is impressive, the space is clear, and you can enjoy your music with great detail…

(Headphones Review) GRADO RS2e: Dynamic and energetic GRADO reference sound. Vibrant and lively rock sound is here.

GRADO RS2e is a headphone that has a well-balanced sound with free sound field flatness in mind. These headphones have a wide sound field with a sense of depth and a glossy, lively, energetic sound that will make rock and pop music come al…