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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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See Audio x Z Reviews Rinko Brand 1 Planar+1 DD Dual-Driver Hybrid IEMs

See Audio has come ahead hand in hand with Zeos Pantera from Z Reviews with their latest product. Today, we are proudly launching the all-new Rinko multi-driver hybrid IEMs with See Audio and Z Reviews. The pair depicts a beautiful Waifu d…

KZ D-FI: Innovative Precise Tuning Method Dynamic IEM

D-Fi earphones have a customizable tuning system, dual-magnet dynamic driver, and high-purity silver-plated cable. They have a wide frequency response range and a full-metal 3D stereo design. The earphones also come with sound-isolating me…

Simphonio Launches PB10: Brand New Planar + BA Driver Hybrid In-Ear Monitors

Simphonio is a premium in-ear monitor and earbuds brand from China. They have years of expertise in designing and marketing premium high-end quality in-ear monitors and earbuds. Today, the brand has released a brand new set of in-ear monit…

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 …

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…

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…

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…

Eight New Upgrades With The All-New FiiO M15S: Classic Redesigned For Better Experience!!

FiiO has introduced the all-new M15S Hi-Resolution digital audio player. It’s actually an upgrade over the highly-acclaimed M15 flagship-grade digital audio player from FiiO. The original M15 came out a few years back and was in a dire nee…

HiFiGo's Exciting 3.28 Sale Is here: Enjoy Up to 40% Off On Your Favorite Audio Gears!!

2023 is off to a great start with an amazing first quarter coming to an end. And with this, we are fully prepared for the upcoming 3.28 sale event which we are going to kick off early this year. Our quarter-end sale is holding a lot of sur…

See Audio x Tangzu Shimin Li Encounter Edition: Four New Updates over OG Shimin Li!!

In the past few months, we have seen plenty of collaborations between brands and famous reviewers, today we are proudly launching the latest collaborative project that is different from all the projects that you might have witnessed today.…

Elysian Acoustics Introduces DIVA 2023: Revamped The Classic Six-BA Driver IEMs

Elysian Acoustics has released an updated version of their multi-BA IEM, the Elysian DIVA 2023. It features six high-performance balanced armature drivers on each side and an improved 2nd generation Crossover board, better build with a sta…

Yanyin Moonlight Ultra: 4EST + 4BA + 1Dynamic Driver Tribrid HiFi In-ear Earphones

The Yanyin Moonlight Ultra is a flagship earphone that combines monitor-like accuracy with a powerful bass performance. The tuning was inspired by studio monitors with external subwoofers that present crystal clear transparency, but an imp…

Topping Introduces DX5 Lite: Latest All-in-One Desktop DAC/AMP with Dual ES9068AS DAC Chips and NFCA Headphone Amplifier

Topping is a well-recognized name in the HiFi audio industry today. The brand is not bound to any kind of introduction to audiophiles, they are probably one of the largest manufacturers of desktop HiFI audio gear. Back in 2022, Topping rel…

TRN Rosefinch: Brand New IEMs With 12mm Full-Frequency Planar Magnetic Driver

TRN Audio is quite an active brand in the budget segment of in-ear monitors. Every month they are out there with new and updated products. Their products have a good price-to-performance ratio as well, delivering quality sound with a solid…

(Linsoul) Early bird reservation for 7HZ Legato is now available.

Early reservations are now open for the latest 7HZ Legato earphones.

HiBy FC6: Brand New Portable USB DAC With R-2R Darwin Architecture

HiBy is among the most active brands from the HiFi audio industry in Shenzhen China. They probably have one of the largest if not the largest collection of HiFi audio gear including portable USB DAC/AMPs, Digital Audio Players, and in-ear …

FiiO Jade Audio Q11: Brand New Portable USB DAC/AMP With CS43198 DAC Chips

FiiO is one of the most active brands in the HiFi audio industry. This time around, they have released a new product from their sub-brand Jade Audio, introducing the all-new FiiO Jade Audio Q11. Q11 is a successor to the highly-acclaimed Q…

Hidizs MS5: 4BA+1DD Hybrid 5 Units HiFi In-Ear Monitor

Hidizs MS5 is a hybrid IEM with a liquid silicone dynamic driver and a Denmark Sonion 4 balanced armature driver. It features Hidizs exclusive solder process, replaceable "Hidizs Pneumatic Sound Tuning Filter™", and a one-piece aluminum al…

KZ ZVX: 10mm Dual Cavity Super Linear Dynamic Driver Earphones

The KZ ZVX is a new low-cost in-ear monitor (IEM) with a high-performance dynamic unit, ergonomic design, and high-purity OFC cable. It has a full-metal shell with an incredible appearance design and is available for $19.99 at Linsoul and …

SeekReal Dawn Pro: 10*14 mm Square Planar Driver + Knowles BA Hybrid Drivers HiFi Earphones

The SeekReal Dawn Pro is a new planar drive + BA driver IEM that has been released. It features a high-performance hybrid driver configuration, high-quality PU composite resin & lithium-magnesium alloy planar diaphragm, surprising adjusted…

FiiO Jade Audio JD7: Brand New Dual-Magnetic Dual-Cavity Single-Dynamic Driver IEMs

FiiO’s sub-brand Jade Audio has released a brand new single-dynamic driver pair of in-ear monitors, introducing the all-new Jade Audio JD7. With a 10mm PU Polymer diaphragm and dual-magnetic circuit design, the JD7 packs a powerful perform…

Softears Introduces Studio4 : Latest 4 Balanced Armature Driver IEMs with Reference-Grade Sound Tuning

In very little time in the international market and just a few product releases, Softears has made a great reputation in the international HiFi audio market. The brand focuses primarily on designing and marketing high-performance premium i…

(Linsoul) Early bird reservation for THIEAUDIO GHOST is now available.

Early reservations are now open for the latest THIEAUDIO GHOST headphones, which are said to deliver accurate sound and a natural, expansive sound field.

Cayin Introduces All-New N7 Pure 1-Bit Android 12 Digital Audio Player WIth Fully-Discrete Components

Cayin celebrates its 30th Anniversary with the release of the all-new N7 Portable Digital Audio Player. Cayin N7 is the brand’s first-ever, even the industry’s first even full-discrete fully balanced pure 1-Bit DSD digital audio player. It…

TRN Launches TA3: Brand New 2DD+1BA Hybrid IEMs

Whenever we see a hybrid driver configuration in an IEM our eyes beam up with the thought that wonderful sound that awaits for us with the set. Today, we have launched the all-new TRN TA3 which boasts excellent sound characteristics with i…

(Linsoul) Kiwi Ears Orchestra Lite 8BA In-Ear Monitor New Release at Linsoul Audio

The original Kiwi Ears Orchestra model was an immediate success in the industry, with numerous accolades from international critics. Today we would like to recommend their new Kiwi Ears Orchestra Lite.

IMR BC 2023: Dual Dynamic Driver 2Pin 0.78mm HiFi Audiophile In-ear Earphone IEMs

IMR's newest in-ear monitor, the IMR BC 2023, has been released. Many of you are bass heads and IMR have wanted to create the ultimate audiophile bass head IEM for a while. The BC (bass cannon) is that very IEM! Utilizing the all-new 2023 …

SIMGOT EA2000: 1DD+1PR Structure Earphones

A newly developed 12mm dual magnetic circuit and dual chamber driver unit is used in the vibration version. This means that the magnetic flux density exceeds 1.9T, providing a more responsive full range of drivers and helps maintain the st…

(Hidizs) Join the Free Global Public Review of Hidizs MS5

Introducing the Hidizs MS5, also known as the Guardian of the Black Angel - A Work of Art in the World. Designed with a unique and bold aesthetic, the MS5 not only looks stunning but also delivers exceptional sound quality. With a combinat…