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| 8.0 | |
| Date: | May 16th 2013 |
| Author: | Frederik S |
| In: | Headphones |
Sunrise is known for their high end ear buds. Today, we will take a good look at their two most recent offerings--namely, the Charm3 and Dragon2 ear buds. Both come with a big bundle and are competitively priced.
| 8.0 | |
| Date: | May 10th 2013 |
| Author: | Frederik S |
| In: | Headphones |
The flagship custom in-ear solution by Ultimate Ears gets put to the test against the best customs around. The Personal Reference Monitors target audiophiles who want a go at tuning their own custom in-ears. Almost everything is customizable, from the sound signature to the bundle.
| 7.5 | |
| Date: | Apr 16th 2013 |
| Author: | Frederik S |
| In: | Headphones |
RHA's new portable on-ear headphones are put to the test. These $59.99 headphones feature an Apple i-device compatible remote and microphone, which make it great for on-the-go use. With its user-replaceable cable, you do not need to worry about the cable wearing out.
| 7.9 | |
| Date: | Apr 5th 2013 |
| Author: | Frederik S |
| In: | Headphones |
Ozone's newest gaming headset dubbed Rage ST gets put to the test. The headset retails for €29.90 and is available in a lot of different colors. Unlike many lower end gaming headsets, the Rage ST has an around-ear design, which gives them an edge in terms of comfort.
| 8.5 | |
| Date: | Mar 7th 2013 |
| Author: | Frederik S |
| In: | Headphones |
RHA is a headphone company which gaining more and more momentum. Today we will be taking a look at their MA350 in-ears which sell at $39.99 and pack a lot of bass and very good build quality. On top of that you get a 3 year warranty.
| 9.7 | |
| Date: | Feb 20th 2013 |
| Author: | Frederik S |
| In: | Headphones |
JDSLabs's O2+ODAC combination combines two designs by NwAvGuy with excellent build quality and a sturdy enclosure. The O2+ODAC sells at just $285 which, performance considered, is a bargain. We test whether this amplifier and DAC combination is really the giant slayer it is made out to be!
| 9.8 | |
| Date: | Feb 12th 2013 |
| Author: | Frederik S |
| In: | Headphones |
HiFiMAN's newest baby, the RE-400 in-ears, are put to the test. The in-ears will retail for $99, and it is clear that HiFiMAN is pulling out all the stops to regain leadership in the sub $99 in-ear segment. Packed with several new features, these in-ears are an interesting departure from previous HiFiMAN designs.
| 7.9 | |
| Date: | Dec 12th 2012 |
| Author: | Frederik S |
| In: | Headphones |
ASUS's ROG Vulcan Pro headset features an active noise-cancellation system and folds up neatly in its carrying bag. ASUS even throws in a well-performing USB sound card. We put this well-featured headset to the test to see if active noise cancellation is the next must-have on gaming headsets.
| 9.0 | |
| Date: | Dec 3rd 2012 |
| Author: | Frederik S |
| In: | Headphones |
Logitech UE's newest universal high-end in-ear gets put to the test. The UE 900s are a set of quad-driver in-ears. They ship with an extensive bundle including two cable options with and without a podded microphone and a remote.
| Date: | Oct 4th 2012 |
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| Author: | Frederik S |
| In: | Headphones |
Rosewill's newest supra-aural headphones, dubbed RHTS-11004, are put to the test. This new old looking design comes with quite a few neat tricks up its sleeves such as user replaceable cable and pleather pads. At only $30 these headphones should definitely be checked out by anyone looking for a set of portable and affordable headphones.
| Date: | Sep 25th 2012 |
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| Author: | Frederik S |
| In: | Headphones |
Rosewill's impressive product line-up also includes some very interesting headphones and in-ears. We will be taking a look at the RHTS-11002 Rosewood in-ears which features 10 mm dynamic drivers, and real rosewood ear cups!
| 8.7 | |
| Date: | Sep 12th 2012 |
| Author: | Frederik S |
| In: | Headphones |
CM Storm Sonuz is the name of a brand new headset which features massive 53 mm diameter drivers and a smart detachable microphone. The headset is aimed at gamers looking for good overall performance.
| 9.6 | |
| Date: | May 15th 2012 |
| Author: | Frederik S |
| In: | Headphones |
KRK Systems is well on their way to becoming a big name in the headphone business. Today we will be taking a look at yet another interesting set of closed back headphones, namely the KNS 6400s which feature the same mechanical design as the KNS 8400.
| 9.5 | |
| Date: | Apr 30th 2012 |
| Author: | Frederik S |
| In: | Headphones |
KRK Systems, known for their studio monitors, recently and quietly released two studio headphones. Today we will be taking a good look at the KNS 8400 headphones which is the current high-end offering from KNS 8400. Intended for studio use and abuse these headphones are durable and feature a more analytical sound signature than most headphones available.
| 9.1 | |
| Date: | Apr 12th 2012 |
| Author: | Frederik S |
| In: | Headphones |
Head-Direct's latest addition to the HE-line of headphones is the much anticipated HE-400. The HE-400 sells for only $400 which is quite low for a high-end set of planar magnetic headphones. We take them for a spin to see how they compare to both planar magnetic and dynamic headphones
| 9.0 | |
| Date: | Apr 2nd 2012 |
| Author: | Frederik S |
| In: | Headphones |
ASUS Xonar Essence One is the name of a brand new DAC & Headphone amplifier combination from ASUS. The unit can decode 192 kHz source material and features a well performing headphone amplifier stage that allows for op-amp swapping.
| 7.0 | |
| Date: | Mar 29th 2012 |
| Author: | Frederik S |
| In: | Headphones |
Clar1tyOne is a brand new in-ear company. Their only product is a set of in-ears dubbed the EB110 which feature a new driver design which should minimize EMF effects. According to their studies this will significantly improve square-wave performance of the driver. We take them for a spin and see how they fare against the usual suspects.
| 7.8 | |
| Date: | Feb 23rd 2012 |
| Author: | Frederik S |
| In: | Headphones |
ROCCAT Kave 5.1 is the name of a new surround sound headset. The headset features a few new features and a USB powered amplifier that allows for easy control of the surround capabilities. We take the headset for a spin to see if ROCCAT managed to avoide the pitfalls commonly associated with 5.1 headset designs.
| 8.5 | |
| Date: | Feb 7th 2012 |
| Author: | Frederik S |
| In: | Headphones |
Phonak's Audéo line of headphones has just been expanded to include a new interesting high-end in-ear dubbed the PFE232. PFE232 is a dual balanced armature based in-ear that aims at taking on the big guns in the high-end in-ear arena. We test them to see how they perform compared to in-ears like Westone 4 and the Ultimate Ears In-Ear Reference Monitors!
| 9.5 | |
| Date: | Jan 25th 2012 |
| Author: | Frederik S |
| In: | Headphones |
Westone's newest product is the Westone 4R quad driver in-ears. New for the 4Rs is a user replaceable cable and more tightly matched drivers, and a slightly altered bundle. We take the 4Rs for a spin to see how they compare to the originals.
| 9.1 | |
| Date: | Dec 14th 2011 |
| Author: | Frederik S |
| In: | Headphones |
Ultimate Ears have quite the reputation in the in-ear industry. Today we will be taking a thorough look at the In-Ear Reference Monitors. The name tells us that Ultimate Ears are excited, we put them to the test and see how they compare to the very best in-ears available today.
| 9.0 | |
| Date: | Sep 7th 2011 |
| Author: | Frederik S |
| In: | Headphones |
Fostex's newest product is a headphone amplifier and DAC dubbed the HP-P1. The HP-P1 offers a fully digital connection to any newer iPod or iPhone. Its ability to read digital data from the device is a unique feature that promises maximized audio quality because it bypasses the cheap analog hardware in the i-device.
| 8.6 | |
| Date: | Aug 22nd 2011 |
| Author: | Frederik S |
| In: | Headphones |
Sennheiser's newest portable headphones are dubbed the PX 200-II. Its design closely resembles that of the previous high end ultra portable offering, the PX 200s. The new II-version features a multitude of smaller upgrades.
| 7.9 | |
| Date: | Aug 19th 2011 |
| Author: | Frederik S |
| In: | Headphones |
RedGiant have just released a very interesting set of in-ears named A03 Ossicle. The in-ears feature a dual dynamic driver setup and are aimed at satisfying all the bassheads of this world. We put them through their paces and see how they fare against other modern offerings.
| 9.1 | |
| Date: | Aug 12th 2011 |
| Author: | Frederik S |
| In: | Headphones |
Head-Direct's newest entry level model is put to the test. Dubbed RE-242 these in-ears are the first earphones from Head-Direct directly aimed at the entry level market. Priced at $25 they are budget friendly and feature a smart new durable design.
| 9.7 | |
| Date: | Jul 25th 2011 |
| Author: | Frederik S |
| In: | Headphones |
Head-Direct is pumping out headphone designs at an extraordinary rate. Today we will be taking a look at its newest construction dubbed the HE-300s. These headphones feature a brand new dynamic driver and are design wise very similar to the much more expensive HE-500s.
| 9.4 | |
| Date: | Jun 21st 2011 |
| Author: | Frederik S |
| In: | Headphones |
Headphone producer Head-Direct seems unstoppable when it comes to releasing new orthodynamic based headphones. The newest arrival is named HE-500 and slots in between the HE-5LEs and the HE-6s. New for the HE-500s is a special driver setup that allows for much higher efficiency.
| 9.1 | |
| Date: | May 11th 2011 |
| Author: | Frederik S |
| In: | Headphones |
Head-Direct's newest flagship headphones are put to the test. The headphones are dubbed the HE-6s and feature a gold plated driver, and a very special cable. They are priced at $1199, are they worth it ?
| 9.6 | |
| Date: | Apr 27th 2011 |
| Author: | Frederik S |
| In: | Headphones |
Westone's top of the line custom in-ears are put to the test. The ES5s feature five drivers per side and are available in a set of radical color schemes for the fashion conscious audiophiles out there. The starting price is a hefty $950 which makes them the second most expensive earphones we have every reviewed.
| 9.0 | |
| Date: | Feb 4th 2011 |
| Author: | Frederik S |
| In: | Headphones |
MP4Nation's newest budget in-ears are called the M1s. These in-ears sell for $39.50 online. Compared to other in-ears these feature a rugged cable that even performs well microphonics wise. Surprisingly enough the M1 features a full bundle with seven pairs of tips and a carrying case.
| 9.5 | |
| Date: | Jan 24th 2011 |
| Author: | Frederik S |
| In: | Headphones |
Westone 4 is the name of the newest true-fit earphone from Westone. As the name suggests these in-ears sports a quad driver design. The four balanced armatures are hooked up to a newly designed three way cross over. Priced at $449 these in-ears are sure to stir things up on the premium in-ear scene.
| 9.0 | |
| Date: | Dec 20th 2010 |
| Author: | Frederik S |
| In: | Headphones |
MP4Nations Brainwavz M2 is the slightly odd name for a set of mid-end in-ears. Despite the name, the in-ears boast a wealth of small innovations that makes them very competitive at their respective price point.
| 9.0 | |
| Date: | Nov 25th 2010 |
| Author: | Frederik S |
| In: | Headphones |
Sunrise known for their well performing earbuds also produce a set of quite interesting in-ears. Dubbed the SW-Xcape these in-ears are priced at a somewhat reasonable $80.
| 8.9 | |
| Date: | Oct 27th 2010 |
| Author: | Frederik S |
| In: | Headphones |
Beyerdynamic known for their high end headphones have now released a gaming headset. This headset is priced at a record €299/$299 so the stakes are high.
| 8.5 | |
| Date: | Oct 14th 2010 |
| Author: | Frederik S |
| In: | Headphones |
Sunrise audio, a relative newcomer on the headphone scene just released some neat earbuds. Today we take a look at their high end offering namely the AS-Charm earbuds. They retail at around $80 which promises excellent price/ performance ratio.
| 9.2 | |
| Date: | Oct 6th 2010 |
| Author: | Frederik S |
| In: | Headphones |
Sunrise Audio, unknown to most, just released a full line-up of earbuds. Today we take a closer look at the AS-Feeling earbuds which is their mid-end offering. Available for only $40 online these are sure to be welcomed by many people looking for great sound on a budget.
| 9.0 | |
| Date: | Sep 15th 2010 |
| Author: | Frederik S |
| In: | Headphones |
High end in-ear manufacturer JH AUDIO recently launched a new top-of-the-line in-ear dubbed the JH|16Pro. Featuring a grand total of eight drivers per in-ear these set the benchmark when it comes to cramming a lot of balanced armatures into one set of in-ears, retailing at $1,200. This brings forth the old question of whether more really is better, read on to find out.
| 7.5 | |
| Date: | Aug 10th 2010 |
| Author: | Frederik S |
| In: | Headphones |
Head-Direct's first ever balanced set of in-ears gets put to the test. Dubbed the RE-ZEROs they are essentially a limited run of a highly modified RE0 design. Dressed in a new color with a TRRS mini-jack and a slightly altered bundle these new in-ears should work well for the audio enthusiast.
| 9.3 | |
| Date: | Jun 23rd 2010 |
| Author: | Frederik S |
| In: | Headphones |
Head-Direct's all new HE-5LEs show a lot of promise. Based around a recently designed ortohodynamic driver, designed and manufactured by the company these show a lot of promise. Can this $699 headphone take on the much more expensive Sennheiser HD 800 ?
| 8.0 | |
| Date: | May 4th 2010 |
| Author: | Frederik S |
| In: | Headphones |
Arctic Cooling's wooden in-ears are put to the test. Dubbed E352 these in-ears are closely related to the E361s which we recently had the pleasure of testing. For a budget of only about $50 you get solid sound quality coupled with a nice finish.
| 7.8 | |
| Date: | Mar 28th 2010 |
| Author: | Frederik S |
| In: | Headphones |
Arctic Cooling known for their innovative cooling solutions recently launched a new line of in-ears. In this review we will be taking a closer look at their top-of-the-line in-ear dubbed E361-BM. Fitted with a microphone and remote these earphones also double as a headset, both for PC and phone.
| 9.0 | |
| Date: | Mar 15th 2010 |
| Author: | Frederik S |
| In: | Headphones |
Sennheiser's latest and greatest headphones are put to the test. The HD800s created quite a fuzz when released, not only were they one of the most expensive headphones launched last year, they were also the most anticipated ones. In this review we put them to the test and see if there can be a reason to spend $1800 on headphones.
| 9.1 | |
| Date: | Dec 28th 2009 |
| Author: | Frederik S |
| In: | Headphones |
Head-Direct's HiFiMAN RE252 in-ears boast a new type of shell made from soft silicone. These in-ears aim to provide you with audiophile quality sound without ruining your ears. We put the $200 earphones to the test to see if the design can hold its own.
| 8.5 | |
| Date: | Nov 2nd 2009 |
| Author: | Frederik S |
| In: | Headphones |
MP4Nation's latest addition to their in-ear lineup is dubbed the Beta Brainwavz. Made by MP4Nation under their Nationite brand these in-ears are geared towards everyday listeners looking for a decent set of affordable in-ears. Competitively priced these definitely seem like an affordable way into the in-ear realm.
| 8.0 | |
| Date: | Aug 31st 2009 |
| Author: | Frederik S |
| In: | Headphones |
SoundMagic is one of the few brands out there dedicated to making quality in-ears that are affordable as well. Today we take a look at their PL30 in-ears which boast a mighty bundle and good sound quality to boot. Being priced at $25 they provide amazing value in the IEM segment.
| 9.5 | |
| Date: | Aug 25th 2009 |
| Author: | Frederik S |
| In: | Headphones |
The recently launched HiFiMAN EF2 amplifier takes center stage as we test to see if it is worthy of such a name. Manufactured and sold by Head-Direct this product is both competitively priced and well equipped.
| 8.0 | |
| Date: | Jul 23rd 2009 |
| Author: | Frederik S |
| In: | Headphones |
The newest addition to the Razer headset lineup is the USB powered Megalodon headsets. Featuring an all new USB sound card developed by Razer called the Maelstrom sound engine. Depending on user preference you can run in either 2.0 or 7.1 mode.
| 9.0 | |
| Date: | Jul 2nd 2009 |
| Author: | Frederik S |
| In: | Headphones |
Relatively unknown Maximo recently released their iM-590 earphones. Based on a 9 mm driver and boosting a metal exterior these earphones will undoubtedly turn some heads. The price of just $59 certainly will.
| 8.8 | |
| Date: | Jun 16th 2009 |
| Author: | Frederik S |
| In: | Headphones |
The Audio-Technica ATH-AD700s headphones surprise with their unusual appearance and performance. Outperforming most of the competitors in its price range these headphones are quite a treat to anyone looking for a set of $100 headphones.
| 7.0 | |
| Date: | Jun 4th 2009 |
| Author: | Frederik S |
| In: | Headphones |
The Cresyn CS-HP500 headphones are aimed at budget conscious people looking for a highly portable set of headphones. Priced at only $39.99 these headphones will not break the bank.
| 8.8 | |
| Date: | May 26th 2009 |
| Author: | Frederik S |
| In: | Headphones |
Cresyn C750E is the name of an interesting set of in-ears, from a relatively unknown manufacturer. The C750Es feature a sweet bundle and a well thought out design. With a price point of $100 they are positioned nicely for the average user who wants to get decent sound quality on the move without breaking the bank.
| 9.5 | |
| Date: | May 13th 2009 |
| Author: | Frederik S |
| In: | Headphones |
IE8 is the name of a brand new earphone solution from Sennheiser. The Sennheiser IE8 boast a dynamic driver and an innovative bass adjustment feature that allows the user to tweak the bass response on the move. With a price of $400 they don't come cheap, but for an audiophile who is looking for the best sound quality possible, these might still be a very viable choice.
| 9.2 | |
| Date: | Apr 28th 2009 |
| Author: | Frederik S |
| In: | Headphones |
Sennheiser's long awaited performance IEMs are finally here. The IE7 earphones aim to take on some of the very best in-ears around with their bold design and conventional driver. For a price of $300 you get some of the best in-ears on the market today that impress with a detailed bass and full sound stage.
| 8.5 | |
| Date: | Apr 15th 2009 |
| Author: | Frederik S |
| In: | Headphones |
Sennheiser recently launched the IE6 earphones. Marketed at budget conscious sound enthusiasts, Sennheiser aims to conquer a market already booming with new and innovative products. For a price of $200 you get a very smooth listening experience with a nice balance between the lows and highs.
| 9.6 | |
| Date: | Mar 25th 2009 |
| Author: | Frederik S |
| In: | Headphones |
The Ultrasone PRO900s have finally arrived! This newest addition to the Ultrasone lineup promises an enhanced listening experience through the use of some radical new sonic principles. Lets see how they fair against the present top models from rivaling brands.
| 9.0 | |
| Date: | Mar 11th 2009 |
| Author: | Frederik S |
| In: | Headphones |
When it comes to portable headphone amplifiers one brand that has everybody talking is FiiO. Their inexpensive portable headphone amplifiers shook the market and has gained immense popularity. Read on as we take the E3 and E5 out for a spin.
| 9.9 | |
| Date: | Feb 16th 2009 |
| Author: | Frederik S |
| In: | Headphones |
The long awaited Westone 3s are finally here and they make quite an entry. Leaving the competition behind, these earphones set the pace. Using the first true three way cross over ever to be fitted in a universal style in-ear solution these set the standard when it comes to sound quality.
| 9.6 | |
| Date: | Feb 9th 2009 |
| Author: | Frederik S |
| In: | Headphones |
Qinpu's V-1.8 mini speakers represent great value. Available for only £249 a set these speakers are ready to take on the competitors with their dual driver design and good looks.
| 9.0 | |
| Date: | Jan 30th 2009 |
| Author: | Frederik S |
| In: | Headphones |
Swedish headphone manufacturer Jays recently released the much anticipated c-Jays supra-aural headphones. Their slim design together with a customizable sound signature has made quite a stir amongst the headphone crowd.
| 8.2 | |
| Date: | Jan 21st 2009 |
| Author: | Frederik S |
| In: | Headphones |
Sleek-Audio's much anticipated wireless kit has finally arrived, dubbed the W1 it brings Kleer wireless technology to all Sleek-Audio earphones currently in production. With the promise of uncompromised sound quality and wireless operation this product is sure to meet the demands of many customers worldwide.
| 9.8 | |
| Date: | Dec 6th 2008 |
| Author: | Frederik S |
| In: | Headphones |
RE0 is the name of the brand new high-end in-ear solution from Head-Direct. Despite the naming scheme, these new in-ear have very little in common with its predecessors in the RE-line of products.
| 9.0 | |
| Date: | Nov 27th 2008 |
| Author: | Frederik S |
| In: | Headphones |
Future Sonics is a brand that produces some very unique in-ears. In this review we will be taking a look at their universal fit in-ears dubbed Atrio. Future Sonics emphasizes their strong bass performance - of course we put this to the test amongst other things in the review.
| 9.8 | |
| Date: | Nov 21st 2008 |
| Author: | Frederik S |
| In: | Headphones |
Sleek-Audio's much anticipated Custom earphones are put to the test, pitted against the usual suspects in the in-ear arena. These new Custom in-ears can be customized in any thinkable way, right from the frequency response, to the color and artwork on the shell.
| 9.5 | |
| Date: | Nov 5th 2008 |
| Author: | Frederik S |
| In: | Headphones |
G1 is the name of a brand new set of clip-on headphones from Yuin. These headphones feature a special sound signature and are aimed at people on the move craving great sound.
| 9.0 | |
| Date: | Oct 14th 2008 |
| Author: | Frederik S |
| In: | Headphones |
The newest addition to the HFI headphone lineup from Ultrasone is called the HFI-680. These new mid to high end cans should effectively fill in the gap between the old Ultrasone lineups 650 and recently launched HFI-780.
| 9.3 | |
| Date: | Sep 27th 2008 |
| Author: | Frederik S |
| In: | Headphones |
Ultimate Ears just released a completely new earphone dubbed the Super.fi 5. It is aimed at budget conscious earphone users looking for a good sounding, decent looking set of in-ears. The new radical design is a major leap forward compared to the old Ultimate Ears design.
| 9.1 | |
| Date: | Sep 15th 2008 |
| Author: | Frederik S |
| In: | Headphones |
Head-Direct EF1 is the name of a brand new headphone amplifier made by the guys behind Head-Direct. The amplifier is a hybrid design which means that it mixes the best from both tube based amplification and solid state amplification.
| 7.9 | |
| Date: | Aug 22nd 2008 |
| Author: | Frederik S |
| In: | Headphones |
Tension Labs EAP03 is the name of a brand new earphone audio processor that can boost your experience in a variety of ways. The EAP03 features a built in microphone and can sample it into the audio feed, providing you with the power to control the level of isolation you want from your earphones.
| 8.5 | |
| Date: | Aug 3rd 2008 |
| Author: | Frederik S |
| In: | Headphones |
PureBuds is the name of Amazing Tech Products all new ear bud offering. The ear buds feature a new approach on how to make a good ear bud, unlike most ear buds these have a reverse mounted driver which should have quite an effect on the sound quality.
| 8.4 | |
| Date: | Jul 15th 2008 |
| Author: | Frederik S |
| In: | Headphones |
TekNmotion Pulsar SX is the name of a brand new headset aimed at gamers. The Pulsar SX features a USB sound card, vibration feature, and blue lights. This headset has a lot of unique features and costs a mere $59.99 which is cheap considering the integrated USB sound card.
| 9.0 | |
| Date: | Jun 28th 2008 |
| Author: | Frederik S |
| In: | Headphones |
Yuin's PK1 earbuds were all the rage when they first hit the market quite a while ago. Since then Yuin has further upped the stakes by introducing the new and improved OK-series earphones. Today we take a look at the PK1s to see if the former earbud champion can still compete in today's market.
| 9.0 | |
| Date: | Jun 18th 2008 |
| Author: | Frederik S |
| In: | Headphones |
Yuin OK3 is the budget version of the new OK-series earphones coming from Yuin. The OK3s have the same design as its two bigger brothers and feature the exact same exterior design. This little Yuin is made for the more budget minded critical listeners with a price of only $89.
| 9.3 | |
| Date: | Jun 10th 2008 |
| Author: | Frederik S |
| In: | Headphones |
Yuin OK2 is the name of the second best earphone from the Chinese brand Yuin. Unlike their bigger brother these earphones are easy to drive, and are also optimized for use with a normal modern DAP. The OK2s can function both as normal earbuds and as in-ears which makes them quite unique.
| 9.0 | |
| Date: | May 31st 2008 |
| Author: | Frederik S |
| In: | Headphones |
Yuin OK1 is the name of Yuin's brand new top-of-line earphone. The OK1s are rather special since they can both function as a pair of regular earbuds or as in-ears. The design is also completely revamped. When driven by a proper amp the sound is lightyears ahead of any other earbud we have previously tested.
| 8.3 | |
| Date: | May 26th 2008 |
| Author: | Frederik S |
| In: | Headphones |
Travagan's Colors is the name of a brand new portable headphone amplifier. It is much smaller than most normal portable amps and only costs $59. The design is quite outlandish since it resembles a dog bone. The question is of course how does this little thing stack up against some of the bigger portable headphone amps.
| 9.2 | |
| Date: | Apr 24th 2008 |
| Author: | Frederik S |
| In: | Headphones |
Head-Direct has just released their RE1 earphones which are quite different compared to all the other in-ears on the market today. The special thing about them is that they are based around some very unique performing drivers that scale particularly well. The better your amplifier is, the better their sound, leaving the competition behind in the dust - if you have a good amp.
| 9.8 | |
| Date: | Apr 22nd 2008 |
| Author: | Frederik S |
| In: | Headphones |
LiveWires T1 is the name of some new custom earphones that cost about half of its main rivals. They are built exactly to fit your ear with additional customization options like colors. These in-ears use two balanced armatures and play in a completely different league compared to whats usually available in this price segment.
| 9.0 | |
| Date: | Apr 20th 2008 |
| Author: | Frederik S |
| In: | Headphones |
Klipsch Image is the name of a brand new set of high-end earphones. They feature a radical new design and come with an excessive bundle. Besides being extremely good looking they also have a special sound characteristic that appeals to a large crowd.
| 8.3 | |
| Date: | Apr 15th 2008 |
| Author: | Frederik S |
| In: | Headphones |
The OVC TC20 earphones are aimed at the more budget conscious in-ear audience. Priced at only $39 they are many times cheaper than most big brand earphones. The only question is how does their sound performance stack up against the more expensive in-ears.
| 8.5 | |
| Date: | Apr 9th 2008 |
| Author: | Frederik S |
| In: | Headphones |
VSONIC R02-PRO is the name of a reasonably priced set of earphones. They retail for around $69 which is to be considered cheap by earphone market standards. What is interesting to see is their rather different design and how they stack up against competitors from more established brands.
| 9.6 | |
| Date: | Apr 2nd 2008 |
| Author: | Frederik S |
| In: | Headphones |
Head-Direct RE2 is the name of a completely new entry level pair of earphone. Head-Direct was until recently just a headphone and amplifier reseller, but that has changed with the arrival of the RE2s. their new earphones are among the best when it comes to price/performance, even rivaling some of the twice as expensive competition.
| 9.7 | |
| Date: | Mar 15th 2008 |
| Author: | Frederik S |
| In: | Headphones |
Sleek-Audio SA6 is the name of a brand new pair of earphones with customizable performance. The earphones feature both a treble and bass tuning system that allows the user to alter the audio performance according to their needs and preferences. This is not done via electronics as one might expect, but by physically replacing parts of the earphone.
| 9.0 | |
| Date: | Feb 8th 2008 |
| Author: | Frederik S |
| In: | Headphones |
The HeadRoom Total BitHead portable amplifier and DAC is a great combination of both a USB audio codec and a headphone amplifier that will drive most high end cans on the market today. The HeadRoom Total BitHead sells for only $149.99 which can be considered a steal for such a product.
| 8.0 | |
| Date: | Feb 1st 2008 |
| Author: | Frederik S |
| In: | Headphones |
The Piranha is Razer's newest effort to conquer the budget gaming headset market. It features a noise canceling microphone and a lot of other neat features that add to the value of the product which is sold at a mere $79.99.
| 9.6 | |
| Date: | Jan 20th 2008 |
| Author: | Frederik S |
| In: | Headphones |
The Westone UM1 in-ear-monitors are aimed at people wanting good sound quality on the move without having to spend several hundreds of dollars. With a price of $109 they are Westone's contribution to a highly competitive price segment.
| 9.0 | |
| Date: | Jan 15th 2008 |
| Author: | Frederik S |
| In: | Headphones |
With a price of around $300 you can expect quite some performance from the Westone UM2 Earphones. They are designed as in-ear-monitors and feature two high-end drivers aimed at people that are not willing to accept compromise.
| 8.0 | |
| Date: | Dec 17th 2007 |
| Author: | Frederik S |
| In: | Headphones |
V-MODA's Vibe in-ear-monitors are for the style conscious earphone buyer. Their all aluminum body and fashionable woven cable makes them stand out from the crowd. But can they even begin to compete with more performance minded in-ear-monitors.
| 9.0 | |
| Date: | Nov 27th 2007 |
| Author: | Frederik S |
| In: | Headphones |
The Kossart h50 is a new headset in the bang-for-the-buck category. It is made by the Swedish based company Kossart and is aimed at gamers looking for an affordable solid performing headset. In our review we were impressed by the excellent build quality which is there to last.
| 8.0 | |
| Date: | Nov 22nd 2007 |
| Author: | Frederik S |
| In: | Headphones |
The SteelSeries Siberia Neckband headset is the first neckband headset aimed at gamers. Besides being a neckband headset, SteelSeries further added to its capabilities by including an Xbox 360 adapter. Also included is a detachable volume control that sits on the audio cable.
| 9.5 | |
| Date: | Nov 19th 2007 |
| Author: | Frederik S |
| In: | Headphones |
The Ultimate Ears Super.fi 3 Studio in-ear-monitors are aimed at the ordinary consumer looking for extraordinary sound performance. The Super.fi 3 Studio comes at a more resonable price tag of around $100, which is less than many other in-ear-headphones on the market today.
| 8.5 | |
| Date: | Aug 20th 2007 |
| Author: | Frederik S |
| In: | Headphones |
Zalman's latest ZM-RS6F USB headphones are based on a C-Media USB sound card and a 5.1 capable headset that can do real surround sound. The whole unit has been built to deliver a maximum of comfort while still being rugged and easy to transport. Another plus is that it is quite affordable when compared to other solutions with similar features.
| 9.5 | |
| Date: | Aug 16th 2007 |
| Author: | Frederik S |
| In: | Headphones |
Zalman first showed their compact ZM-DS4F headphones at Computex. The headphones are designed in an Apple white and can be folded together for easy transportation. Inside you will find two individual audio drives per ear cup which improves sound quality a lot. Actually, it will be hard to find a better set of headphones in the sub-$30 price range.
| 9.0 | |
| Date: | May 13th 2007 |
| Author: | Darksaber |
| In: | Headphones |
Icemat may be known for their mouse pads, but the company also produces some high quality audio products. We take a look at the white Icemat Siberia In:Ear headset today, which does not only look great and is built very well, but does deliver some very respectable audio performance too.
| 8.4 | |
| Date: | Apr 11th 2007 |
| Author: | Darksaber |
| In: | Headphones |
The Saitek GH50 may look quite normal at first glance and even though it is very light, the headset packs quite a punch. As soon as the SRS is turned on, you may never want to go back to using those normal stereo variants. We try the GH50 with games, movies and music after taking a close look and let you know if it really fares as good as it sounds.
| 9.7 | |
| Date: | Mar 13th 2007 |
| Author: | Frederik S |
| In: | Headphones |
Razer's new Pro Tones m250 headphones look a bit different than your average headphone. They clip on to your ears, allowing the headset to be larger than the usual ear plugs, while still being quite compact. During testing we found out that these $50 headphones can deliver amazing sound quality, no matter which type of music you listen to.
| 9.0 | |
| Date: | Mar 7th 2007 |
| Author: | Frederik S |
| In: | Headphones |
The Razer Pro|Tones m100 is a light-weight in-ear headphone system that is designed to give you the best music listening experience. The headphones are available in black and white, which is a perfect match for an Apple iPod. After testing these $40 headphones we come to the conclusion that they offer excellent comfort and good sound quality.
| 9.0 | |
| Date: | Feb 11th 2007 |
| Author: | Frederik S |
| In: | Headphones |
Today we will be taking a look at the recently launched and highly anticipated SteelSound 3H gaming headset, which should bring some quality audio to the low-/midrange headphone market. The headset can be folded together nicely to take up very little space in your LAN party backpack, for a very competitive price of $50.
| 9.5 | |
| Date: | Jan 23rd 2007 |
| Author: | Frederik S |
| In: | Headphones |
The SteelSeries SteelSound 4H is a headset made specifically for gamers. Like its big brother, the 5H, it is designed to give you an advantage in games by making sure you hear all the little details like footsteps. The SteelSound 4H offers great wearing comfort even when used for gaming sessions of several hours.
| 9.0 | |
| Date: | Jan 20th 2007 |
| Author: | Frederik S |
| In: | Headphones |
Everglide has been known to produce very high-end mouse pads for years. Now they ventured into the gaming headset market with their S-500 series of professional headsets. The headset offers excellent wearing comfort, even when used over longer periods of time. Also the sound quality is good for both gaming and listening to music.
| 9.5 | |
| Date: | Dec 13th 2006 |
| Author: | Frederik S |
| In: | Headphones |
The Razer Barracuda HP-1 is a unique headset which offers true surround sound. A number of small speakers in the headphone are placed at different positions and are driven by a small amplifier included with the headphones. Now you can enjoy positional sound effects while using a headset. In our testing we found out that this makes quite a difference in games like Counter-Strike or Battlefield, where you can locate enemies based on the sounds they make.
| 9.0 | |
| Date: | Nov 27th 2006 |
| Author: | Frederik S |
| In: | Headphones |
The SteelSound 5H v2 is a headset designed with gamers in mind. SteelSeries' first headset was called the SteelSound 5H, today we test the second version. The new version features even better padding than the old one, to make it more comfortable. Besides that the internal connections were reworked for increased durability, which was a problem with the old version.
| 9.0 | |
| Date: | Jul 12th 2006 |
| Author: | Frederik S |
| In: | Headphones |
The SteelSeries SteelSound 5H USB is a quite unique gamer headset. The microphone is retractable and for easier transportation you can take the whole unit apart. In addition to the headset you get a USB based sound card which makes sure you get the sound you are used to, no matter where you are. We compared this headset against the popular Sennheiser PC 160 and were amazed by the quality of the SteelSound headset.
| 8.7 | |
| Date: | Jun 30th 2006 |
| Author: | Darksaber |
| In: | Headphones |
Today we look at the Speed-Link Medusa 5.1 Pro Gamer Edition headset. Not only does it come with all the cables and a tiny but effective power supply, but with a perfect bag which makes the journey to the next LAN party a breeze. The suède feel of the headset makes it incredibly comfortable and it definitely has the sound to make your scariest games even scarier and give you the 5.1 surround sound you need to excel at your next LAN Party.