Marcus Carlsen

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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  • in Headphones

    Yamaha YH-E700B: Surround Wireless Headphones with Listening Optimizer

    Yamaha has launched sales of new full-size Bluetooth headphones YH-E700B , featuring an original design and the use of proprietary sound processing algorithms . The acoustic part of the model is built on dynamic drivers with a 40 mm double-layer diaphragm , the headphones support passive mode operation, for which a 3.5 mm jack is provided . Wirelessly, aptX Adaptive, SBC , and AAC codecs are supported . […] More

  • Technics SC-C70 MK2
    in Hi-fi

    Technics SC-C70 MK2 gets better sound and more features

    Table speakers are in general not very good. But there are exceptions. One of them is the Technics SC-C70. Now the sequel is here, and it promises to be even better, and a little more user-friendly. The compact table speaker is one of very few that combines streaming with a CD player. The Technics speaker […] More

  • HarmonicDyne Zeus Elite
    in Headphones

    HarmonicDyne launches Zeus Elite Composite Diaphragm Open Headphones

    HarmonicDyne has released the Zeus Elite , a dynamic, open -backed earphone. They have a dynamic transducer of their own design, which uses a composite 50-mm diaphragm with the inclusion of biocellulose. It has a long stroke length, and the Japanese voice coil from  Daikoku is wound with the finest copper-plated aluminum wire. The ear cups are made of metal and zebrano wood, and […] More

  • Best in-ear headphones 2022
    in Headphones

    Best in-ear headphones 2022: From budget to High-End

    Today you will find a selection of the most interesting sound IEMs (in-ear monitors) from different price categories. As you understand, the article is absolutely audiophile, so all the in-ear headphones listed in it have a purely wired connection. Meze 12 Classics V2 Budget IEMs in walnut cases Getting to know the model I can […] More

  • Brionvega Totem rr231
    in Speakers

    Brionvega Totem rr231: Reissue of the 1971 system for $18000

    The conceptual stereo system Brionvega Totem rr231 , which first entered the market in the early seventies of the last century, received a rebirth. Like a set of furniture, the set is a complete Hi-Fi system with two three-way speakers and a central unit that houses all the electronic components. They include a Pro-Ject turntable with an Ortofon cartridge , […] More

  • Monitor Audio Anthra
    in Speakers

    Monitor Audio Anthra: A new series of powerful subwoofers

    The British company Monitor Audio presents a new line of subwoofers. The series is called Anthra and consists of three models with power from 425 to 1400 watts . Monitor Audio Anthra W10, W12 and W15 active subwoofers feature 10″, 12″ and 15″ bass drivers . Diffusers are made of proprietary material C-CAM , in addition, RST (Rigid Surface Technology) technology of the second generation is used here. Special recesses on the surface of the diffuser […] More

  • Rumor: Apple will release an Apple TV app for Android
    in Hi-fi

    Rumor: Apple will release an Apple TV app for Android

    According to an insider with the nickname ShrimpApplePro, Apple is developing an Apple TV app for Android devices. The application is in beta testing and will be officially announced very soon. The company is also working on updating the Apple Music app for Android. The Apple TV app is available for Android TV devices, but not […] More

  • in Speakers

    BETONart Audio TYREXX: 5000 Watt concrete subwoofer

    The German company BETONart Audio , known for its concrete speaker systems, has released a huge active subwoofer TYREXX . It has two woofers with a diameter of 21 inches (54 cm) in a closed acoustic design and built-in amplifiers with a total power of up to 5 kilowatts ! Of course, the subwoofer enclosure is also made of concrete, and this woofer unit […] More

  • in Headphones

    Top 10 expensive earbuds 2021: Is it worth paying more?

    It’s no secret that the sound quality of even very expensive completely wireless Bluetooth headphones is inferior to that of wired in-ear models. In addition, a lot of very inexpensive TWS headphones have entered the market recently, which have most of the functions necessary for the average user. So is it worth overpaying for top models, […] More

  • Gryphon EOS 2
    in Speakers

    Gryphon EOS 2 loudspeakers is a entry ticket to the world of Gryphon

    At an exhibition in Munich in the spring of 2022, the Danish company Gryphon Audio Designs presented a prototype of the new EOS 2 acoustic systems , which should replace the Mojo S monitors in the Gryphon acoustics nomenclature. And photos of serial copies of the model have been published online. Unlike its predecessors, the EOS 2 is a […] More

  • Zebronics Zeb-Vita Pro
    in Speakers

    Zebronics Zeb-Vita Pro: Portable wireless soundbar

    The Indian brand Zebronics has introduced a new model of the Zeb-Vita Pro portable soundbar with a built-in radio. The model is equipped with two 52mm wideband drivers and a built-in 24W amplifier . The Bluetooth 5.0 wireless module is designed to connect a smartphone; physical connectors for connecting signal sources include a 3.5 mm jack, a USB port, and a micro SD […] More

  • in Hi-fi

    Top 10 Streamers of 2020-2021

    A modern digital audio path, as a rule, does without disk transport – a streamer serves as the source of the audio stream for the digital-to-analog converter. A device that picks up data from cloud music services or a home network server and gently transmits the “digit” to the DAC. Progress in this area has made great […] More

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