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.
The new OpenAudio OA111 in-ear headphones have a hybrid acoustic part that combines dynamic and reinforcement drivers. The low-frequency range is entrusted to a dynamic driver with a polymer diaphragm on a flexible suspension, mid-range and high frequencies are reproduced by a specially modified reinforcement driver. The headphone housings are made of transparent hypoallergenic synthetic resin, the outer […] More
Taiko Audio continues to add infrastructure to its reference server and streamer – next up is the Taiko Audio Extreme Switch network switch model . It costs “only” 4,800 euros – pennies by the standards of a High End company. Taiko Audio Extreme Switch comes in a luxurious copper casing and weighs 15 kg. The model is equipped with two […] More
SMSL has released a new desktop digital-to-analog converter with preamplifier function, SU -X . The DAC section of the model is built on a dual ES9039MSPRO chip from ESS Saber , which supports conversion of 32-bit/768 kHz PCM signals and native DSD512 stream . The device also provides full decoding and conversion of MQA files . To connect digital signal sources, there are coaxial and optical inputs, an AES/EBU input, […] More
OpenAudio has opened pre-orders for OA112 Danmachi Edition in -ear headphones , built on a hybrid principle. Each earphone has two types of emitters. The low-frequency range is reproduced by a dynamic driver with a polymer diaphragm on a flexible suspension, while the mid and high frequencies are assigned to two custom armature drivers. The earphone bodies are made of […] More
Noble Audio has released a new model of completely wireless headphones Falcon Max , which received a hybrid acoustic part. It uses two types of emitters – the low-frequency range is reproduced by a 10-mm dynamic driver , and the high frequencies are assigned to the xMEMS Cowell solid-state emitter from xMEMS Labs . Wireless communication in the model is provided by Bluetooth adapter version […] More
The highly anticipated Kann Ultra, the latest addition to Astell&Kern’s renowned line of Hi-Res players, is currently undergoing testing. This model marks the fifth iteration in the series, emphasizing maximum power within a compact body. Having previously reviewed the iconic debut Kann, as well as the more refined and equally captivating Kann Alpha, and the […] More
DS Audio PH-001 has been released – a special proprietary cable for connecting the company’s optical pickup heads. According to the company, the connector guarantees the opening of all possible heads built using this technology. DS Audio optical cartridges have been available since 2013 – they do not use the conventional MM/MS system, but read the movements of the stylus […] More
Shanling has started selling an updated model of its top-end digital streamer and headphone amplifier M30 Pro . The main feature of the new product is a design consisting of six modules – a main control unit, a DAC unit, a headphone amplifier, a battery plus two tube modules. Each of the blocks can be replaced during the upgrade process, […] More
Neurable, a company specializing in the development of neurotechnologies, in partnership with the Master & Dynamic brand, announced the release of a unique audio product – MW75 Neuro headphones with brain-computer interface (BCI) functionality. These headphones are designed for daily use and can improve the user’s cognitive function by providing hands-free control of devices. A special […] More
Kuang Pai Plus 4 is a portable DAC/headphone amplifier based on two CS43198 chips. Notable for the presence of 3 headphone outputs – 2.5mm + 3.5mm + 4.4mm. Dual Cirrus Logic CS43198 DACs Dual CS43198 DAC decoders are specifically selected to create a 4-channel fully differential balanced output with superior resolution and control, as well as enhanced […] More
You’ll have no shortage of options to choose from when it comes to headphones , so it’s no surprise that most manufacturers are going out of their way to give you the best possible technical features at the lowest price. For example, the protagonist of this analysis has some additions for you that you will appreciate: Vieta Pro Dual. […] More
A new Bluetooth streaming codec that promises to stream CD-quality audio without losing audio detail, aptX Lossless, has arrived in the first pair of headphones. The NuraTrue Pro TWS headphones are the work of Australian audio company Nura, with a regular retail price of $329. “These are the first headphones to be announced with Snapdragon Sound […] More
