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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  • KZ Krila
    in Headphones

    KZ Krila: Budget hybrid in-ear headphones

    KZ Acoustics has launched low-cost KZ Krila headphones with a hybrid design with switchable curves. Each earphone is equipped with XUN’s proprietary 10mm diaphragm dynamic driver and the proprietary 30095 armature driver , which has undergone refinement. In particular, its sensitivity was increased in the region of 10 kHz, and the resonance in the high-frequency region was shifted beyond the audible range. The headphone shells are 3D […] More

  • Moondrop JOKER
    in Headphones

    Moondrop JOKER: Full-size planar headphones at just $80

    Moondrop JOKER – new closed headphones for professional monitoring. The headphones use a 50mm dynamic driver. ​ Designed to meet the demanding demands of professional recording studios, the Joker closed-back professional monitoring headphones are the epitome of precision. They provide detailed audio reproduction without allowing for the unclear nuances and imprecise timbral subtleties that are often associated with conventional […] More

  • INTUAURA Plume
    in Headphones

    INTUAURA Plume: 1DD high-performance dual-chamber in-ear headphones

    INTUAURA has released headphones with 1 speaker Plume . In collaboration with Mr. Xie Yu, a supplier of high-end devices associated with Sennheiser and B&O, we present a high-performance dual-chamber unit. Over the course of our collaboration, this mature design has been fine-tuned and refined, resulting in INTUAURA Plume delivering exceptional bass quality and captivating vocal sound. Using exclusive […] More

  • Sennheiser CX 400BT
    in Headphones

    Sennheiser CX 400BT: TWS headphones with aptX

    With a “sound first” focus, the company aims to deliver the same acoustic performance with the implementation of 7mm dynamic drivers that were introduced on the Momentum True Wireless 2. Designed for a dynamic and busy lifestyle, the CX 400BT True Wireless can be customized using the Sennheiser Smart Control app. The app provides acoustic customization […] More

  • T+A MP 2000 R G3 and MP 2500 R G3
    in Hi-fi

    T+A launches MP 2000 R G3 and MP 2500 R G3 digital music players

    T+A has introduced two new digital multi-source players as part of its R Series lineup. Named the MP 2000 R G3 and MP 2500 R G3, these latest models offer a significant upgrade in streaming capabilities compared to their predecessors, the MP 2000 R MK II and MP 2500 R. This enhancement, known as the […] More

  • Riviera AFS-32
    in Hi-fi

    Riviera AFS-32: Hybrid Class A Power Amplifier

    Italian audio manufacturer Riviera Labs has introduced the AFS-32. While details and images are currently limited, we aim to provide our readers with the information that is available. The new stereo power amplifier is rated at 32 watts per channel when driving an eight-ohm load and 64 watts per channel at four ohms. It operates […] More

  • FiiO KA15
    in DAC

    FiiO KA15: DAC/Headphone amplifier equipped with an audiophile-grade DSP

    FiiO KA15 is a completely updated audio dongle that combines FiiO’s deep audio technologies and retro design inspired by cassette tape recorders. This device is from the new 5-series line, which is designed to surprise with innovative solutions and attract lovers of high-quality sound. It combines high-quality sound, ergonomics, functionality and aesthetics in one compact case. […] More

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