Astell&Kern refines “entry-level” DAP for second generation

If the term “entry level” brings to mind basic no-frills functionality and wallet-friendly pricing, Astell&Kern has a few surprises in store with the second generation of its A&norma SR25 digital audio player (DAP), which promises improved sound perfor… Continue reading Astell&Kern refines “entry-level” DAP for second generation

Premium ANC wireless headphones can be personalized for individual hearing

Canada’s PSB Speakers has launched the next generation of its award-winning M4U 8 wireless ANC headphones that were introduced at CES 2018, coming with improved battery life, personalized audio and a feature that recreates the feel of a room.Continue R… Continue reading Premium ANC wireless headphones can be personalized for individual hearing

iFi looks to improve music on the move with second-gen hip-dac

Early last year, Brit audio specialist iFi launched a pocket digital-to-analog converter called the hip-dac, which the company claimed would treat listeners to a “sound as flavorsome and richly detailed as a delicious single malt.” Now the hip-dac2 has… Continue reading iFi looks to improve music on the move with second-gen hip-dac

Wireless wearable sensor uses movement to play or control music

We’ve seen a few gadgets that turn a user’s movement into music, including the Interactive Music Battle, the Motus and the Mictic. The latest entry comes from German startup the Instruments of Things, which takes the form of Bluetooth-enabled wearable … Continue reading Wireless wearable sensor uses movement to play or control music

Yamaha’s flagship wireless headphones boast 3D audio, headtracking and ANC

Yamaha is looking to invade Apple AirPods Max territory with a new pair of flagship wireless headphones called the YH-L700A that headline with spatial audio and head-tracking, active noise cancellation, and a 34-hour battery life.Continue ReadingCatego… Continue reading Yamaha’s flagship wireless headphones boast 3D audio, headtracking and ANC

Latest DAP flagship from Astell&Kern rocks three amps and four DACs

Last year, high-end audio hardware brand Astell&Kern launched the first digital audio player (DAP) to incorporate three digital-to-analog converters, with the SE200. Now the company has gone one better with the upcoming A&ultima SP2000T, while also deb… Continue reading Latest DAP flagship from Astell&Kern rocks three amps and four DACs

OnePlus co-founder aims for transparency with Nothing ear(1) earbuds

Following wave after wave of teaser announcements over the past few months, the Nothing ear (1) true wireless earphones have launched, bringing active noise cancellation, tuned sonics, and a budget-friendly price tag – all wrapped up in a simple but st… Continue reading OnePlus co-founder aims for transparency with Nothing ear(1) earbuds

Travel Sax 2 lets players practice without disturbing others

When Spain’s Ramon Mañas moved to Berlin to study music, he started learning the saxophone. But as the sax is a loud instrument, he couldn’t do so when and where he liked. This led to the development of the small and light Travel Sax, which could be pl… Continue reading Travel Sax 2 lets players practice without disturbing others

Google cuts the cost of true wireless Pixel Buds with $99 A-Series

We’ve known that Google has been readying a new version of its Pixel Buds true wireless earphones for a few months now, but now the budget-friendly A-Series has finally been officially revealed – sporting custom drivers, improved connectivity, and acce… Continue reading Google cuts the cost of true wireless Pixel Buds with $99 A-Series

Sony invites musicians to control sound effects with gestures

We’ve seen a number of projects over the years that turn gestures and body movement into music, including the Fitbit-like Mictic and Onyx Ashanti’s 3D-printed Beatjazz Hands. Now Sony is jumping on stage with a wearable effects generator for musicians … Continue reading Sony invites musicians to control sound effects with gestures