It seems that Knowledge Zenith (KZ) will never be accused of being revolutionary. Rather KZ has chosen to embody evolutionary progress. Little by little. Step by step. Mix. Match. Repeat. I recently reviewed the hybrid KZ ZAX IEMs, which marked KZ’s return to the non-wireless IEM market after quite a few months spent focused on TWS. Before that (almost a year ago), I reviewed the ZSX model. Very little changed over that year....

If you’re already a Spotify free user, you’ve probably thought about upgrading to Premium because of the annoying ads. But there’s more to that decision than you may think. Besides, while the monthly $9.99 rate may not sound like a lot for some people, it will definitely add up in the long run. Will the unlimited skips, higher audio quality, and other fancy features included in the Premium plan be worth it for you?...

As the music streaming industry becomes more saturated, Youtube Music and Spotify remain household names that boast massive influence and a staggering user base. But with seemingly identical features, it may be difficult for some to choose between the two. So, how exactly do these two behemoths stack up against each other? And which one will compliment your listening habits best? What Is Spotify? Spotify is the brainchild of Swedish entrepreneurs Daniel Ek and Martin Lorentzon....

One of the most beneficial features of Spotify is the app’s ability to play any audio file you have stored on your device. Still, as user reports go, all too often, this aspect of the software doesn’t seem to work. This can be incredibly frustrating, especially if this feature was one of the main draws of the application for you. Not being able to sync local files on Spotify can leave you with an overwhelming feeling of being left out or questioning whether Spotify Premium is actually worth it....

The wired vs. wireless headphones debate has been going on for quite a long time now. But as a newbie in this arena, it’s easy to be stuck between the two sides. Indeed, choosing the right headphones can be a challenge. This is more true when you have no idea about the different considerations that you should factor in. Sure, it’s tempting to go for wireless headphones to stay on top of the newest technologies....

How to Pick the Best DJ Headphones One of the things that should never be left out of every DJ’s toolbox is their headphones. As a DJ, you’ll use it almost every day on sets, events, and even at home when you’re coming up with your next mashup. However, picking the right DJ headphones is a daunting task. You need to differentiate between low-grade commercial headphones, which can break easily after heavy use, and well-made professional-quality headphones....

Given that Apple has sold millions of AirPods based on their “seamless” compatibility with other Apple products, it’s really frustrating when your AirPods just keep disconnecting from your Mac. The premium price you spent to stay within Apple’s ecosystem seems to all go to waste, especially when it happens during a crucial meeting. Luckily, there are easy fixes for the AirPods that keep disconnecting from Mac. This article discusses the tried-and-true fixes you can try....

Headphones, whether they are wired or not, have become an integral part of our lives. But with reports of wireless headphones’ radiation causing cancer, no one can blame you for worrying about their safety. Worse yet, as you try to find the truth behind this, you’ll be bombarded instead with scary sites claiming that even your wired headphones are killing you! Is it time to say goodbye to your favorite listening devices?...

The NuHybrid is (as you may have guessed from the name) a new type of hybrid tube headphone amplifier. This relatively little-known kit is based on the original “Millett Hybrid” headphone amplifier design from 2002, but instead of using a traditional old car-radio tube, it uses a Korg Nutube 6P1. Like the original, the NuHybrid employs a low-voltage tube stage for voltage amplification and a solid state OpAmp to drive current to the headphones....

As fans, we only want the best for our favorite artists. And since not everyone can buy physical albums or merchandise, a lot of us can only support them by streaming their music on different platforms. But, at some point we ask ourselves: is that enough? Unfortunately, a lot of music streaming platforms don’t clearly state how much they pay artists, while some platforms only pay the artist a fraction of a cent every time you play a song....

Getting discovered in the music industry is hard. The competition is tough, and it can be pretty difficult to get your music on Spotify’s automatic playlists. As such, the thought of buying streams can seem incredibly tempting, if only to get a visibility boost that’ll help more people discover your music. Unfortunately, buying Spotify plays can be a complicated and intimidating process. The rules, the pros and cons, and the semantics of this kind of artificial promotion aren’t exactly clear....

Chi-fi often goes through phases. Not long ago, it was “driver-count wars,” with manufacturers flaunting the ever-increasing number of drivers in their IEMs, and tuning be darned. Now, it’s all about planar drivers and who can offer planar magnetic IEMs at the most competitive price. Unfortunately, planar magnetic drivers are still more expensive than their dynamic or balanced armature counterparts. So, this calls for ingenuity. Kinera delivered exactly that with the Celest Gumiho, which are the first IEMs released under their Celest sub-brand....

Differentiating yourself in the budget IEM market is crazy hard and the Mee Audio M6 Pro 2nd Generation is competing right in the midst of it. At the ~$50 price range, you get companies like KZ who is able to pump out multi-drivers IEMs (See KZ AS10) at dirt cheap price. Mee Audio positioned the M6 Pro as a professional monitor earphone for musicians. It further reinforces its seriousness on music with its IEM design and included accessories....

A company like Sennheiser needs no introduction. So, instead of telling you guys about the company, I will tell you why these headphones were created and why am I so excited to get these. In the year of 1991, a guy named Axel Grell had joined Sennheiser and he had created the headphones that had basically the first generation of the legendary 6xx series of Sennheiser, i.e., the HD 580 Precision....

Key Features Great active noise-canceling (ANC) ability ANC can be toggled with just a button Easy to pair with audio devices such as laptop and mobile phones Balanced sound signature is forgiving for most songs Stronger bass than the Bose QC35 No one does ANC like Bose? Bose‘s headphones purely revolve around their ANC technology. There are no other features to cloud their main selling point that their customers love. We can’t exactly blame Bose for their dormant product cycle....

How to Choose the Best Invisible Earbuds Audio devices these days come in various shapes and sizes to cater to different preferences. While some may want headphones that stand out, some people prefer discreet and invisible earbuds for their own reasons. Invisible earbuds are mainly for those who don’t want to be seen listening or taking a call. But, these are also great for those who simply want earbuds that are extra light, simple, and portable for day-to-day use....

Many audiophiles start by learning about the different types of headphones drivers. Beginners are often perplexed by the differences between driver types, which audio forums’ hearsay complicates further. It doesn’t help that manufacturers promote fancy driver materials for marketing purposes. To simplify matters, disregard the materials and focus solely on the driver mechanism. There are only six types of headphones drivers that you’ll have to consider. Each of them moves air differently, thus producing differing sound quality....

How to Pick the Best Headphones for Cycling Listening to music while cycling has been known to give you a performance boost by increasing your endurance and reducing your perception of effort. Music also helps to keep the mind active while on long solo rides. And, for the podcast listeners out there, a pair of cycling headphones may be all you need to make your cycling experience more productive. In order to pick the right pair of headphones for cycling, you need to know what features to look out for....

The Bluetooth Special Interest Group (SIG) revealed last July 12, 2022 the completion of LE Audio’s full set of specifications, which is claimed to be the best innovation in Bluetooth audio technology today, with a full host of features for improved music listening, audio sharing, and accessibility. The Bluetooth LE (Low Energy) Audio was initially introduced in the first quarter of 2020. The Bluetooth SIG had originally planned for supporting devices to become available before the end of that year, but sadly, the pandemic occurred, delaying the completion of its specifications by almost two years....

Nowadays, you can find gaming headphones that can pretty much do it all, but most of us are limited by our budget. The options get especially tight when you look for wireless headsets. That’s why it’s a welcome surprise when one of the leading brands of gaming gear, Corsair, released a budget-friendly pair — the Corsair Void RGB Elite Wireless. But aside from the price, another eye-catching feature of these headphones is their unique design....