Audeze CRBN: $4500 Headphones! Electrostatic Technology Built for UCLA!

Audeze’s FIRST Electrostatic Headphones!

These kinda blew my mind.

The CRBN are PREMIUM tier headphones, but beyond just “sounding gooder”, they come from a real medical grade need. The story of how they were built, in cooperation with UCLA, is kind of incredible.

I was excited to take a listen, and here are my thoughts!

Audeze CRBN UCLA Announcement https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=41LIK4_0-Rk Continue reading “Audeze CRBN: $4500 Headphones! Electrostatic Technology Built for UCLA!”

Audeze Mobius and Spatial Audio in 2021: I got it wrong two years ago…

Audeze Mobius REVISITED!

I spent a VERY little time with the Audeze Mobius while producing some content for Newegg. Now, with Spatial audio becoming more popular, it’s a good time to look back. Does this premium experiment hold up today? Is 3D Audio a practical feature or a fad? In a world of Airpods Max, can this headset be worth it?

Let’s take a listen! Continue reading “Audeze Mobius and Spatial Audio in 2021: I got it wrong two years ago…”

Pixel Buds A-Series: Your Best Buds?

Not a review, but sharing some thoughts on using the Pixel Buds A-Series for about a week. Refining is the name of the game, and while the A-Series might not have all the same features as the 2020 Pixel Buds, they might perform better for a lot of folks out there. Continue reading “Pixel Buds A-Series: Your Best Buds?”

EarFun Free 2 Review: $50 True Wireless FTW!

Earfun Free 2 Review!

Inexpensive and feature complete! It’s nice to see THIS much tech in a pair of true wireless earbuds that are also easy on the wallet! How do they stack up for sound quality?

Let’s take a listen! Continue reading “EarFun Free 2 Review: $50 True Wireless FTW!”

Ultrasone Performance 880 Headphones: Sweet and Mellow

Performance 880 review!

The fun thing about premium audio, it’s less about “quality”, and more about crafting a specific sound. When you start figuring out what kind of tone or tuning you really like. Ultrasone delivers a specific vibe on the Performance 880, and it’s kind of delicious… Continue reading “Ultrasone Performance 880 Headphones: Sweet and Mellow”

1More ComfoBuds Review: Comfy Communicator Earbuds!

1More has a solid reputation for consumer audio gear. I really enjoy their options for multi-driver and noise cancelling ear buds. Turning their sights on a more cost friendly option, the ComfoBuds are a familiar solution for easy fit and communicator functions.

Let’s take a look! Continue reading “1More ComfoBuds Review: Comfy Communicator Earbuds!”

EarFun Free Pro True Wireless: SO MUCH Bang for SO LITTLE Buck!

When we talk about cool audio tech falling to lower prices, it’s exciting when we see such a significant jump. EarFun is packing on ALL the bells and whistles like ANC, sweat resistance, and wireless charging, AND arriving WELL BELOW $100.

They’re not perfect, but this is EXCITING competition for consumer buds! Continue reading “EarFun Free Pro True Wireless: SO MUCH Bang for SO LITTLE Buck!”

Fiio Q3 THX DAC Review: Like “Happy Holidays” for Your Ears!

TREAT YOUR EARS!
The Fiio Q3 delivers incredible audio processing at a respectable price. Flexible for home and on-the-go use, packing a beautiful THX AAA amp, it’s a terrific audio upgrade for folks at all audio skill levels.
Discussing premium audio is difficult. Too often claims just sounds like magic voodoo, and it’s easy to understand why so many consumers seem apathetic to good audio gear. As consumer tech brands move up the pricing tier with “convenient” wireless solutions, it’s the right time to remind people that good cabled options still have a lot to offer.
The Fiio Q3 helps us define that conversation. In a BIG way.

Continue reading “Fiio Q3 THX DAC Review: Like “Happy Holidays” for Your Ears!”

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