Clear Concept Audio (CCA) is a veteran manufacturer of IEMs who has produced many pairs over the years, most notably a range of affordable hybrid IEM modes. They’ve also made some entries into the ultra-budget market – most notably the CRA, which retail for only about USD$15-$20 and are generally considered one of the best deals in portable audio. Since the new CRA+ is clearly an update of the original CRA, the question becomes: do they improve the original formula?...

They say looks aren’t everything, and beauty should be more than skin deep. But, what if I told you you could pick up a pair of beautifully designed, well-built, AND great-sounding IEMs for under $100? Getting all of this right at such a good price point isn’t easy, and there are plenty of examples out there of products that only nail one or two of these attributes. Not many manage to hit the mark with all three....

Sivga has made a name for producing affordable wooden-cupped headphones constructed at a level far beyond their modest price tags. Sivga’s headphones are also known for having somewhat divisive sound signatures as they are not all tuned to the same curve, and each have their own unique sound. The Oriole are the successor to the Robin (aka SV021), are priced about USD $50 higher, and have a similar package, style, and shape....

How the long-established brands must hate the name Thieaudio. Over the last couple of years, the house brand for the Chinese audio company Linsoul has mercilessly released a flurry of mid-range IEMs. Each worthy of discussion, consideration, and a contender for the title of ‘best’ at their respective price range. Each features an impressive combination of miniature drivers and technology. Recently Thieaudio released a pair of TOTL tribrid IEMs that they refer to as their Signature Series....

Where To Buy You can preorder the Tin HiFi T2000 on: Indiegogo Linsoul Introduction It is no surprise that Tin HiFi is tackling the true wireless market. The market has an insatiable demand for TWS, growing at more than 50% in the Q4 2019. The TIN HiFi has established themselves in the wired IEM market with their T-series (T2 Pro, T3, T4) , the T2000 is their first true wireless earbuds in their product lineup....

ZMF is known for its range of boutique headphones that not only have a distinct design language, but also are tuned towards a specific “house” sound. ZMF’s last pair of open-backed headphones, the ZMF Verite, were launched back in 2019 and garnered critical acclaim. Even now the Verite are considered one of the best in the TOTL range. Now, after almost three years, we have the Atrium – ZMF’s new headphones with biocellulose drivers....

These days, the term ‘audiophile’ is a loaded word. In its most basic terms, as defined by the Cambridge Dictionary, an audiophile is “a person who is very interested in and enthusiastic about equipment for playing recorded sound, and its quality.” This dictionary definition captures the critical concept. An audiophile differs from one who simply appreciates music. Audiophiles are defined by the gear rather than by the music itself. The pursuit of ultimate sound reproduction is the domain of the audiophile....

How To Pick the Best Headphones that Don’t Leak Sound Anyone can have different motivations to look for headphones with no sound leakage. It could be to avoid disturbing others when listening in public, to prevent sound bleed when recording, or simply to enjoy your music in peace. Whatever your reason is, looking for headphones that don’t leak sound can be challenging. Besides, there’s no straightforward technical spec that says “zero sound leakage”!...

How to Pick the Best Hearing Protection for Musicians Musicians from AC/DC’s Brian Johnson to the great Beethoven have lived with hearing impairments. Although their stories may seem inspiring, we cannot ignore the fact that having such conditions are extremely challenging. With that said, protecting your hearing should not even be a question. And when it comes to hearing protection, taking shortcuts should be out of your head. As musicians, finding the best and the right hearing protection is not simple....

You finally got a pair of Bluetooth headphones to use with your Windows 10 laptop. But for whatever reason, the headphones just won’t work properly! Instead, you either can’t connect, can’t listen to anything, or experience random disconnections. What’s more confusing is that they work on your phone and other devices properly. No hiccups from start to finish — just a seamless listening experience. So what gives? Luckily, we’ve found some workarounds to fix Bluetooth headphones issues on Windows 10....

The moment you play your favorite track and find that the vocals are missing, it’s immediately apparent that the well-constructed lyrics have been replaced with a drowned out murmur. Without vocals, all of your music turns into a series of what would otherwise be instrumentals. Listening to song after song without vocals can make every track boring and lifeless. Thankfully, there are ways you can fix this. We’re going to identify what causes this problem and how you can fix it with a list of practical solutions....

You may have heard the terms circumaural and supra-aural getting thrown around a lot. If you’re new to the headphones scene, you may be a little bit curious about what they mean and the differences between the two. It’s even more confusing if you’re trying to make a decision on which headphones to buy. Audiophiles tend to prefer circumaural headphones, but supra-aural ones are easier to travel with. Hoping to add a more decisive answer to which one between these two types you should pick, we’re going to compare circumaural and supra-aural headphones for you....

Bluetooth allows devices to communicate wirelessly. And while this primary function has remained the same, the technology itself has witnessed many enhancements. Bluetooth 5.0 alone has three new versions, given the developments between 2019 to 2021! This is why keeping track of what each Bluetooth version brings can be a challenge. More so, if you’re looking to upgrade your device. You’d have to ask yourself: is going for the latest Bluetooth version actually worth it?...

Big Picture: From Eksa Telecom, the office headset brand of EKSA, comes the Eksa H1. This is a wireless Bluetooth over-ear monoaural headset built with an omnidirectional mic featuring environmental noise cancellation (ENC) for crystal clear calls anywhere. Key features: Bluetooth 5.0 The Eksa H1 uses Bluetooth 5.0 for good connection stability up to 164 feet. Environmental Noise Cancellation (ENC) ENC is an AI algorithm that identifies your voice and extracts it above the noise so you can be heard clearly despite wind noise from traffic or other noises from a busy office....

Logitech is a well-known and trusted brand among gamers. The Logitech G Pro X reflects this standing, as it’s one of the most versatile headsets I’ve ever tested. And, of course, Sennheiser is one of the most trusted headphone brands in the world. However, Sennheiser is not a dedicated gaming brand, making us wonder if their GSP 302 gaming headset can compete with the G Pro X, one of Logitech’s best....

Ever since the invention of the Walkman, headphones have become an integral part of our lives. And with the ever-rising popularity of #squatgoals and #fitspo, many of us are adopting a more active lifestyle while grooving out to our own personal soundtracks on Spotify. We’re willing to shell out quite a bit of dough in exchange for some quality headphones, Bose, Audio Technica, Sennheiser, and dare we even say it, Beats....

No one can deny how frustrating headphones crackling, skipping, or static sounds are. It can even disrupt your daily life. But most of the time, your headphones aren’t the ones to blame for these issues — it’s the pesky dirt and dust on your headphone jack. But don’t try to poke your headphone jack with the pointiest object you can find just yet! Your headphone jack can be more fragile than you think....

AirPods are designed to work seamlessly with other Apple devices. However, the same cannot be said when you try connecting your AirPods to a Windows laptop or PC. The problem is, Windows has consistently dominated Apple’s macOS, amassing almost 75% of the Global desktop OS market share from 2013-2021. Given this backdrop, does it mean 75% of global PC users will miss out on AirPods’ features? Thankfully, not! We’re here to show you some smart workarounds on how you can connect your AirPods to a Windows PC or laptop and get these two seemingly ‘incompatible’ devices to work together....

While Xbox One remains one of the most popular gaming consoles today, for many users, one complaint has gone unresolved for years – the lack of Bluetooth audio support. If you’re a new Xbox player who buys a pair of wireless headphones only to learn that they aren’t compatible with your console, you’re bound to get frustrated and think you’ve wasted your money on these shiny new gadgets! Hold on!...

It may come as a surprise to you, but your AirPods can connect to multiple devices simultaneously and switch between them with the Automatic Device Switching feature. Like, if you’re using a pair of AirPods to watch a movie on your MacBook, you can automatically switch to your iPhone to answer an incoming call. However, activating this feature and knowing how to use it properly can be confusing – leaving you to connect to your devices manually instead....