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Status Pro X GoldenSound Review!
I was already a fan of the Status Pro X true wireless earbuds, and this collaboration with GoldenSound (another headphone and DAC reviewer) definitely piqued my interest. It’s the same triple driver hardware I already loved, but will this new tuning convince folks to spend more on a pair of earbuds?
Let’s chat!
Continue reading “Status Pro X GoldenSound Edition True Wireless Earbuds: Worth the Price Increase?”
Fosi Audio MD3 review!
There are some GREAT portable DACs we can use to drive our headphones and earbuds better. On top of outright audio quality though, it’s nice to see some fun lifestyle features. Fosi Audio is boasting premium audio quality, with some nifty new bits that might make this a DAC more mainstream!
It sounds good, AND it’s really cute!
Continue reading “Fosi Audio MD3 MagDAC Review: The FUN Magnetic Headphone DAC!”
I’m a little late to reviewing the ST2 Pro, but listening to a cabled earbud with a built in USB DAC, I think it’s important to remind people that cabled audio is in a really healthy place. Techies keep proclaiming Bluetooth earbuds the “winner”, but the market for cabled headphones is still enormous.
Can we move more consumers up to nicer audio experiences? Continue reading “Cabled Audio Never Went Away: Hidizs ST2 Pro USB-C Earbuds”
OnePlus Buds 3 review!
These are SOLID fun sporty buds, but at $100 how do they compete against AirPods? Are they going to be the best buds for your new OnePlus phone? Let’s take a listen! Continue reading “OnePlus Buds 3 Review: Beating Other $100 Earbuds!”
Shanling UA4 Review!
It’s a tiny little portable DAC, but it’s putting out a HUGE sound. A new ESS chip reduces power, and smooths out out some of the sound. The amp is punchy. There’s a CUTE little screen, and it’s surprisingly affordable!
Let’s take it for a spin! Continue reading “Shanling UA4 USB DAC: BIG SOUND in a Small Shell!”
OnePlus took the wraps off their new phone, and I have a series of videos out now to see how the OnePlus 11 is performing and competing.
OnePlus ALSO revealed their new true wireless OnePlus Buds Pro 2, and I can share some thoughts on using them WITH the OnePlus 11!
I don’t feel OnePlus really gets enough credit for making nice accessories.
Sure, the watch was a bit of a bust, but chargers, cases, and audio gear have generally been top tier. As an ecosystem of products, OnePlus punches higher than the coverage they usually receive.
Specifically audio gear, I’ve genuinely been pleased with OP earbuds going all the way back to their dual driver neckband.
The OnePlus Buds Pro 2 carry on this tradition, with fantastic tech features, very good audio quality, and a terrific performance for the price. Continue reading “OnePlus Buds Pro 2 Review: Putting AirPods Pro 2 on Notice…”
Apogee Groove 2021 Review! It’s new to me!
The Groove has been out for a while now, but it deserves a second look today!
Originally built as an enthusiast travel solution, now more consumers are getting interested in higher quality audio streaming. In a world where LG has left the smartphone market, what does it cost to pair a HUGE amp with a “Quad Sum DAC”? Continue reading “Apogee Groove USB DAC in 2021: Tiny Stick, HUGE AMP!”
Samson Q9U review!
It looks the part. It won’t break the bank. Can it compete against the classic options we like to hear for radio and podcasting?
Let’s take a listen to this new hybrid pro-sumer microphone! Continue reading “Samson Q9U Broadcast Microphone: Classic Sound, Low Price!”