In 2011, Sennheiser released the original HD598 open-back headphones and then after a few years, they released the HD 598SE. The only difference between the two is the inclusion of the 6 feet long 3.5mm cable along with the 10 feet long ¼ inch cable. I’ve had the Sennheiser HD 598SE for about a year and have listened to them for a total time of at least 400 hours. I’ve used them mostly every day during this time period to listen to all genres of songs (rock, EDM, pop, movie soundtracks, Western classics, etc....

First Impressions Shuoer and I have never previously met. The newest members of the Shuoer family, the EJ07M IEMs (in-ear monitors), have come to visit and stay a while. (I hope) it’s a pleasure to meet you! From the first listen, the unique nature and impressive performance of the EJ07M are ear-openingly obvious. How they will do overall is hard to discern, as the sound reproduction itself is unlike anything I’ve heard....

Created a couple of years ago, before the influx of cheap Chi-fi, the SE215 was one of the first few professional headphone labels to offer an affordable option for consumers looking to upgrade their listening experience. And to kick things up a notch, the Shure also released the Shure SE215 SPE with enhanced bass to improve the listening experience. With the new release of the Bluetooth version of the SE215, we decided that it is time to revisit this old classic and see if it has withstood the test of time or it has paled in comparison to other new offerings, leaving it more as a product of its time....

The budget single dynamic driver IEM market is highly competitive, with well-loved models such as the Moondrop Aria 2021, TForce Yuan Li, and Tin HIFI Tin T3 Plus winning the hearts and ears of money conscious audiophiles worldwide. The Olina threaten to usurp the natural order by claiming a piece of this coveted single DD pie. In fact, the Olina are the current big hype-train on forums as of the time of writing....

How to Pick the Right Wireless Headphones for Your TV If you’re looking for a way to watch TV without disturbing others in the room, or if you need headphones to amplify sound so you can fully enjoy your favorite shows and movies, then you’ll want to invest in a good pair of wireless headphones. But picking the perfect digital wireless headphones for TV isn’t always easy. Setting up an audio-rich home theater-like ambiance minus speakers, soundbars, and other bulky tools is not quite possible with regular headphones....

Imagine: You’re watching a music video on YouTube using your favorite pair of Bluetooth headphones. As you watched the drummer bang on the cymbals, however, you realized something’s amiss: ‘Why is the sound out of sync with the movements in the video?’ You inspect it closer, slowing down the video speed a bit to confirm the sound delay. And you were right. The singer’s lip movements, guitar strumming, and all other sound effects in the music video are a bit off-sync....

Wireless Bluetooth headphones are a highly convenient piece of technology, but glitches and connectivity issues are a common complaint for users. Fortunately, a wide variety of issues can be solved with a quick reset. However, resetting Bluetooth headphones isn’t always easy. The exact method varies from brand to brand, and you probably don’t still have the instruction manual at hand! To help you reset your Bluetooth headphones, we’ve put together this complete guide on how to reset any brand of wireless headphones....

Beats is one of the more expensive brands of consumer headphones out there today. But thanks to its various celebrity endorsements, it has managed to sell well. They even dominated the headphones market along with AirPods in 2020! However, just like any device, simply taking care of them won’t guarantee that you won’t lose them ever. This is especially true for smaller models like the Powerbeats Pro or Beats Studio Buds, which you can easily miss because of their wireless, sleek design....

Talk about fantastic sound that is off the charts, coupled with a generous amount of bass to keep most basshead happy? That’s the Monoprice 8323. Too cheap to be true? As awesome as the Monoprice 8323 is, it still has a flaw to it. Is is not a very comfortable headphone. The most common complaints are the quality of the headband, ear cushions and the clamping force of the headphone....

We got the D2 together with the crowdfunded headphones – Alpha & Delta JAAP. We will be making the comparison with the JAAP in the article. We had come across budget IEMs that had offered us quality beyond the price tag. Did the D2 surprise us too? Let’s find out. Build Quality & Comfort With its smooth matte rubber casing, the earbuds are lightweight and feel nice to touch. The first impression upon wearing the D2 was how natural it takes on the shape of my ear....

Audeze LCD-2 Classic Audeze LCD-2 Fazor (2017) Solid Packaging The LCD-2F comes with a 3 m long ribbon cable, which ends in a massive 6.35 mm plug, whereas the LCD-2 Classic has a 2 m braided cable; I like both. The Fazor comes housed in an impressive military-style case, which protects the headphones from any external damage. Other provided accessories are a 6.35-to-3.5-mm adaptor and manuals. Cleaning kits were included in older models of LCD-2, but removed a few years ago; not the best move for a $1000 product though!...

Do you remember your first time? There’s a first time for everything. And the first time you heard a life-changing piece of music on an outstanding system – it probably established a lifelong memory. Today I want to tell you about my first time… with IEMs. Popular with stage musicians since the mid 90s, IEMs have earned their place in the audiophile world thanks to the incredibly intimate way they deliver their music directly to your ear canal....

Where To Buy Introduction Where there is market demand, you will be sure to find KZ hanging around the corner. The “true wireless earbuds” category is currently one of the hottest segment in the headphones industry. The KZ T1 is KZ’s first foray into the TWS market. However, there is an interesting twist to it. KZ is calling the T1 a “Public Beta Version“. In laymen’s terms, it is more like a trial product....

Where to Buy The KZ Z1 is available on: Introduction In typical KZ fashion, they are releasing a flurry of true wireless earbuds (TWS) models that we are struggling to keep up with. Right after the KZ T1, S1, and S2 model, their latest iteration in the pipeline is the KZ Z1. Now armed with a larger dynamic driver (10mm) and a fresh coat of paint, how will the KZ Z1 fare?...

Life is short. The year 2020 has been, to quote the ever-eloquent Biff Tannen, “flushed completely down the toilet”. And as the nightmare year draws to a close, 2021 promises more of the same, uh, crap. To reiterate, life is short, so treat yourself. Get those headphones, IEMs, DAPs and cables you’ve always wanted, and don’t settle for less. The doctrine of YOLO demands it lol. Last year I had the pleasure of reviewing Lime Ears’ Model X....

An ordinary company in a cluttered market puts forth its best effort to make something extraordinary–and isn’t that just like life? Where To Buy Introduction Navigate to the U.S. front page of personal audio manufacturer Soundpeats, and you’ll be greeted with a charming bit of copy–a link cheerfully instructing you to “Get a Life!” Duly noted, Soundpeats. I’m a headphone reviewer, so it’s probably something I needed to hear, but I didn’t expect it from an audio manufacturer, of all sources....

It’s no secret that I’m something of a fan of Japanese electrostatic headphone manufacturer Stax. In a previous review, I declared the SR-007 Mk1 the best pair of headphones I’d heard, and I own a few vintage Lambdas. So I’m ecstatic that today I get to review one of Stax’s current models. The SR-L300 is Stax’s entry-level pair of headphones. It’s the cheapest and, supposedly, lowest-quality of their Lambda series of headphones....

Disclaimer: I am not affiliated to Vsonic in any way and I have written this review in an unbiased and impartial manner as far as possible. Review by: “Omega” from The Little Audiophile The Vsonic GR07 entry-level in-ear monitors (IEMs) are worn over the ear. Designed for audiophiles, they feature a bio-cellulose fiber diaphragm and adjustable nozzle. This particular review unit is yellow, but many other vibrant colors are available....

In just a little over two years, Fortnite: Battle Royale has given away nearly $85 million in prize money across 507 tournaments. This is thanks to Epic Games’ decision to go all-in on developing the game’s competitive scene. This includes putting up $30 million in prize pool for the Fortnite World Cup alone. While we’re not quite sure what Epic Games’ long-term plan for Fortnite: Battle Royale is, what we can be sure of is that, because of the game’s popularity among streamers and audiences alike, as well as bustling competitive scene, more and more players, both young and old, are starting to take Fortnite: Battle Royale seriously....

Nevertheless, Alexa is made more helpful, informative, and funny, making for a wonderful assistant and source of entertainment when you’ve come to find yourself bored with human interaction. “Alexa, read ‘The Old Curiosity Shop’” “Alexa, speak slower” “Alexa, what have you learned today?” “Alexa, play talkSPORT” “Alexa, play the Radiolab podcast” “Alexa, what’s the capital of Tanzania?” Alexa, what’s the forecast for Rome?” “Alexa, play Trivia Hero” “Alexa, add a to-do”...