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Marcus Carlsen is an avid audiophile with a deep passion for hi-fi systems, high-end headphones, and premium speakers. Marcus constantly explores the latest audio technologies and equipment, from precision-engineered speakers to the finest headphones.

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    Audeze LCD-5s : Flagship Planar Headphones with SLAM Technology

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  • With wooden earcups, 50 mm dynamic drivers and a balanced, musical tuning, the Meze Audio Strada redefines what premium closed-back headphones can sound like.
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  • Cayin HA-6A Mk2 is a pure Class A tube headphone amplifier with separate tube power supply, balanced & unbalanced outputs, KT88 triode/ultralinear modes, and up to 4.5 W per channel for demanding headphones.
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  • SoundPEATS Cove Pro are affordable full-size wireless headphones with hybrid ANC, LDAC, Hi-Res Audio support, and up to 95 hours of battery life in a foldable design.
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    SoundPEATS Cove Pro: Affordable ANC headphones with LDAC and marathon battery life

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  • Austrian Audio unveils the Arranger, an open-back over-ear headphone with new 44mm DLC drivers, balanced connectivity, replaceable parts, and a natural reference sound, priced just under $1,000.
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