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Hidizs x Linsoul AP80 PRO MAX Review

Headfonics @headfonics.bsky.social · 1d

Hidizs x Linsoul AP80 PRO MAX Review

Today, we have Marcelo's review of the new AP80 PRO MAX, a new co-branded, affordable pocket-sized DAP with a dual DAC, Linux-based HiBy OS, and up to 125mW of output power.

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#review #audiophile #wireless #headphones #earphones

Marcelo reviews the Hidizs x Linsoul AP80 PRO MAX, a new compact and affordable digital audio player developed in partnership with Linsoul. It is priced from $139.00 on Kickstarter. Disclaimer: This s...

Kurt reviews the LETSHUOER D02, an ultra-affordable 11mm dual-magnetic circuit, dual-chambered dynamic driver IEM priced from $29.99. Disclaimer: This sample was sent to me in exchange for my honest ...

Headfonics @headfonics.bsky.social · 2d

LETSHUOER D02 Review

Kurt reviews a new ultra-budget 11mm dynamic driver offering from LETSHUOER called the D02.

Pocket-change worthy? We find out in our latest feature, now published on Headfonics!

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#review #audiophile #audio #earphones #iem #prime

LETSHUOER D02 Review

Marcelo reviews the Kiwi Ears Étude, a single dynamic and triple BA driver universal IEM with new Kiwi Vibration Transducer (KVT) technology. It is currently priced at $119.00. Disclaimer: This sample...

Headfonics @headfonics.bsky.social · 3d

Kiwi Ears Étude Review

An affordable hybrid multi-driver IEM from Kiwi Ears, the Étude marks the debut of their new Kiwi Vibration Transducer (KVT) technology!

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#review #audiophile #audio #iem #earphones #linsoul

Kiwi Ears Étude Review

EarMen CH-Amp Signature Review

Headfonics @headfonics.bsky.social · 4d

EarMen CH-Amp Signature Review

Upgrades, improvements, and a new lower price tag. Competitive enough for those who are chasing a compact all-in-one for desktop use?

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#review #audiophile #amplifier #wireless #bluetooth #headphones #earphones

Lynn reviews the EarMen CH-Amp Signature, a wireless-capable compact desktop ESS9038 DAC, standalone PSU, and balanced headphone amplifier. It is currently priced at $949.00. Disclaimer: This sample w...

HIFIMAN Edition XV Review

Headfonics @headfonics.bsky.social · 6d

HIFIMAN Edition XV Review

HIFIMAN releases their fourth edition of this popular and affordable set of planar driver headphones with a new tuning and some design upgrades!

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#review #audiophile #headphones #audio #hifiman

Louis reviews the HIFIMAN Edition XV, an affordably priced pair of open-back planar headphones featuring an updated design and enhanced magnet array. It is currently priced at $399. Disclaimer: I rece...

Rossi&Wing Lua Serendipity Review

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Headfonics @headfonics.bsky.social · 7d

Rossi&Wing Lua Serendipity Review

A case study on the dramatic effects of PEQ on an otherwise technically solid dynamic driver?

That will be Marcus's review of the new Lua Serendipity IEM from Rossi&Wing!

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#review #audiophile #hokki #iem #earphones #taiwan

Marcus reviews the Rossi&Wing Lua Serendipity, a new universal IEM featuring the company's R&W "Magna Resonus" MR10 dynamic driver. It is currently priced at $590 Disclaimer: This sample was sent to m...

Marcelo reviews the TempoTec V1, a new entry-level Linux-based DAP with up to DSD256 decoding and 215mW of balanced output power. It is currently priced at $109.00. Disclaimer: I received this sample ...

Headfonics @headfonics.bsky.social · 8d

TempoTec V1 Review

TempoTec's most affordable DAP to date. Too much compromise or just right for the first-time user on a tight budget?

Marcelo finds out in his full review of the V1, now published!

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#review #audiophile #dap #chifi #headphones #earphones #wireless

TempoTec V1 Review

Marcelo reviews the xDuoo Link10, a new dual CS43131 portable USB DAC/amp with decoding up to DSD256 and 300mW of balanced output power. It is currently priced at $99. Disclaimer: This sample was sent...

Headfonics @headfonics.bsky.social · 9d

xDuoo Link10 Review

Today's feature is on the new dual CS43131-equipped balanced design Link10, with up to 300mW of output power!

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#review #audiophile #chifi #dongle #earhones #headphones #streaming #smartphone

xDuoo Link10 Review

MOONDROP Space Travel 2 Review

Headfonics @headfonics.bsky.social · 11d

MOONDROP Space Travel 2 Review

MOONDROP releases the latest model in their series of affordable True Wireless Systems, the Bluetooth 6-equipped Space Travel 2!

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#review #audiophile #wireless #bluetooth #shenzhenaudio #smartphone #earphones

Marcelo reviews the MOONDROP Space Travel 2, a 2nd-generation single dynamic driver TWS with Bluetooth 6.0 and active noise canceling. They are currently priced at $29.99. Disclaimer: This sample was ...

Marcelo reviews the FiiO JIEZI B, an affordable balanced dongle DAC that supports 10-Band PEQ with up to PCM 32-bit/384kHz and DSD256 decoding. It is currently priced as low as $11.99 Disclaimer: I re...

Headfonics @headfonics.bsky.social · 13d

FiiO JIEZI Review

Another super-affordable dongle DAC from FiiO x JadeAudio today in the shape of the JIEZI B dongle DAC.

A no-brainer first-time upgrade?

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#review #audiophile #amplifier #streaming #headphones #earphones #smartphone

FiiO JIEZI Review

Marcus reviews the ABYSS JOAL, a set of circumaural open-back custom 63mm planar driver headphones designed to be a "Jack Of All Listening". It is currently priced at $1895. Disclaimer: This sample wa...

Headfonics @headfonics.bsky.social · 14d

ABYSS JOAL Review

The 'ABYSS' sound at a more affordable price or something completely different?

Marcus finds out in his full review of the open-back planar driver JOAL, now published on Headfonics!

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#review #audiophile #audio #USA #headphones #canjam #audio

ABYSS JOAL Review

Hidizs MK12 Turris Titanium Edition Review

Headfonics @headfonics.bsky.social · 15d

Hidizs MK12 Turris Titanium Edition

Hidizs's popular 12mm dynamic driver MK12 Turris IEM gets the company's traditional limited-edition Titanium treatment!

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#review #audiophile #audio #iem #earphones #chifi

Marcelo reviews the Hidizs MK12 Turris Titanium Edition, a limited-edition 12mm dynamic driver IEM featuring gradient-tinted titanium shells. It is currently priced at $249.00. Disclaimer: This sample...

Vision Ears VE ZEN Review

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Headfonics @headfonics.bsky.social · 16d

Vision Ears VE ZEN Review

One of 2023's top-tier hybrid universal IEMs just got the custom format treatment!

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#review #audiophile #germany #customs #audiophile #audio

Marcus reviews the Vision Ears VE ZEN, a new custom format version of the company's previous VE10 hybrid dynamic and BA driver universal IEM. It is currently priced at €3,000.00. Disclaimer: This was ...

Louis reviews the Topping DX5 II, a 2nd generation compact desktop dual ES9039Q2M DAC with up to 7.6W of balanced amplification output power. It is currently priced at $299. Disclaimer: This sample un...

Headfonics @headfonics.bsky.social · 18d

Topping DX5 II Review

The 2nd-generation desktop DAC and headphone amplifier boasts dual ES9039Q2M decoding and up to 7.6W of balanced output power.

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#review #audiophile #shenzhenaudio #headphones #amplifier #earphones

Topping DX5 II Review

Lynn reviews the FiiO SP5, a new set of wireless-capable 2-way desktop speakers with up to 60W+20W x 2 of Active Class D output power. They are currently priced at $749.00. Disclaimer: I received this

Headfonics @headfonics.bsky.social · 20d

FiiO SP5 Review

FiiO's latest set of active 2-way desktop speakers offers up to 60W+20W x 2 of output power, wireless capability, and balanced XLR input!

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#review #audiophile #audio #speakers #hifi #amplifier #wireless

FiiO SP5 Review

Effect Audio CENTURION II Review

Headfonics @headfonics.bsky.social · 21d

Effect Audio Centurion II Review

EA's flagship cable gets a 2nd-gen release with this upgraded 24AWG multi-wire behemoth, called the Centurion II!

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#cable #audiophile #iem #earphones #summit-fi #canjam

Nihal reviews the Effect Audio CENTURION II, the company's 2nd generation 8-wire 24AWG flagship audio cable with ConX interchangeable connectors. It is currently priced at $5999. Disclaimer: This samp...

Meldrick reviews the SMSL D1, a compact and affordable desktop DAC with touch controls and capable of up to 32-bit/768kHz and DSD512 decoding. It is currently priced at $79.99. Disclaimer: I received ...

Headfonics @headfonics.bsky.social · 23d

SMSL D1 Review

Small but mighty? Meldrick's full review of the new touch-capable and very affordable SMSL D1 DAC is now published on Headfonics!

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#review #audiophile #shenzhenaudio #hifi #headphones #amplifiers #canjam

SMSL D1 Review

PLUSSOUND Allegro II Review

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Headfonics @headfonics.bsky.social · 25d

PLUSSOUND Allegro II Review

PLUSSOUND returns with a powerful-sounding update on their 2023 flagship hybrid multi-driver IEM.

A spot at the top table for the Allegro II?

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#allegro #iem #earphones #audiophile #review #socal #canjam #audio

Marcus reviews the PLUSSOUND Allegro II, a new flagship dynamic, bone conduction, planar, and BA driver hybrid universal in-ear monitor. It is currently priced at $3999.00. Disclaimer: I received this...

FiiO SNOWSKY Melody Review

Headfonics @headfonics.bsky.social · 27d

FiiO SNOWSKY Melody Review

An affordable dual CS43131 dongle DAC with up to 250mW of balanced output power, all wrapped inside a unique wood exterior!

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#review #dongle #headphones #earphones #iem #socal #canjam #smartphone #iPhone

Marcelo reviews the FiiO SNOWSKY Melody, an affordable wood-designed dongle DAC with a dual CS43131 DAC and a 250mW balanced amplifier. It is currently priced at $39.99. Disclaimer: I received this sa...

HIFIMAN Ananda Unveiled Review

Headfonics @headfonics.bsky.social · 28d

HIFIMAN Ananda Unveiled Review

HIFIMAN is known to trickle down its flagship technology to many lower-tier headphone models. The Ananda Unveiled is no exception.

Their most competitive version of the Ananda yet?

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#review #audiophile #headphones #socal #canjam

Louis reviews the HIFIMAN Ananda Unveiled, a new midrange set of open-back planar headphones using the company's latest 'Unveiled' acoustic technology. It is currently priced at $549. Disclaimer: I re...

Nihal reviews the BGVP Solomon, the company's latest flagship hybrid 9-driver dynamic, BA, EST, and bone conduction driver universal IEM. It is currently priced at $1299. Disclaimer: This sample was p...

Headfonics @headfonics.bsky.social · Sep 10

BGVP Solomon Review

BGVP has been stepping up their premium range IEMS of late, so it's no surprise to see them launch the Solomon, a high-end dynamic, EST, BA, and bone conduction driver IEM.

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#review #audiophile #audio #iem #earphones #socal #canjam

BGVP Solomon Review

Auris Audio Headonia 300B Review

Headfonics @headfonics.bsky.social · Sep 8

Auris Audio Headonia 300B Review

The king of the headphone tube amplifiers? Marcus finds out in his full review and comparison of the Summit-fi Auris Audio Headonia 300B.

Now published on Headfonics!

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#review #headphones #amplifier #tubes #socal #canjam #highend

Marcus reviews the Auris Audio Headonia 300B, a Summit-fi desktop tube headphone amplifier and pre-amp with up to 7W of output power. It is currently priced at €11999. Disclaimer: This sample was purc...

HiBy R6Pro II 2025 Review

Headfonics @headfonics.bsky.social · Sep 6

HiBy R6Pro II 2025 Review

A 2nd Edition DAP that comes with an upgraded DAC and more power. A solid contender at this price point?

James finds out in his latest review, now published on Headfonics!

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#review #audiophile #audio #dap #android #wireless #socal #canjam

James reviews the HiBy R6Pro II 2025, a 2nd-gen Android 12 DAP with a dual CS4308P DAC and up to 632mW of Class A/AB amplification. It is currently priced at $699.00. Disclaimer: This sample was

Campfire Audio Grand Luna Review

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Headfonics @headfonics.bsky.social · Sep 5

Campfire Audio Grand Luna Review

Campfire Audio's IEMs always deliver unique and memorable sound signatures.

Does their new hybrid planar and BA driver, Grand Luna, follow the same tune?

We find out in Nihal's latest review, now published on Headfonics!

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Nihal reviews the Campfire Audio Grand Luna, a new high-end hybrid IEM featuring 14mm planar magnetic and dual balanced armature drivers. It is priced at $1399.00. Disclaimer: This sample was sent to ...