Sennheiser’s latest audiophile headphones venture into sub-bass territory

Back in 2017, German audio specialists Sennheiser launched a successor to its open-back mid-range audiophile champions, the mighty HD 650 headphones. The company has now responded to user feedback and injected more low-end goodness into the updated HD … Continue reading Sennheiser’s latest audiophile headphones venture into sub-bass territory

A&K first with flagship ESS DAC for portable hybrid audio system

Around this time last year, Astell&Kern combined a digital audio player and desktop headphone amplifier into a single device for the launch of the Acro CA1000. Now a new model joins the family, which is built around a dual-tube Triple Amp System and is… Continue reading A&K first with flagship ESS DAC for portable hybrid audio system

Grado gives open-back wireless headphones a significant battery boost

When Grado Labs finally joined the wireless headphones party back in 2018, it opted to run with an open-backed design for a more spacious sound. Now the next generation has been released, with more than triple the battery life.Continue ReadingCategory:… Continue reading Grado gives open-back wireless headphones a significant battery boost

Review: Sonic Lamb headphones give you a skin-conduction subwoofer

“Hey,” says Sonic Lamb’s voiceover guy, “we’re here to give you an eargasm.” Sorry, I’ve just been rowing and I’m worn out from an Earth-shattering oargasm. But these hybrid-drive headphones do certainly take sub-bass frequencies to another level.Conti… Continue reading Review: Sonic Lamb headphones give you a skin-conduction subwoofer

KEF muscles in on Sony ANC territory with Mu7 wireless headphones

Following collaborations on the extraordinary Muon loudspeakers and the tasty Mu3 true wireless buds, high-end audio brand KEF has once again called on the creative talents of award-winning designer Ross Lovegrove for the gorgeous Mu7 wireless ANC head… Continue reading KEF muscles in on Sony ANC territory with Mu7 wireless headphones

Focal takes aim at travel noise with premium wireless ANC headphones

French high-end audio brand Focal has unveiled its first pair of wireless ANC headphones in the shape of the oddly-named Bathys. The eye-catching cans come with proprietary drivers, boast two optimized ANC modes, support aptX Adaptive and promise long … Continue reading Focal takes aim at travel noise with premium wireless ANC headphones

Grado makes a Statement with headphones sporting largest drivers yet

Brooklyn’s family-run audiophile favorites Grado Labs is not a company to blindly follow the latest trends, focusing instead on consistently delivering top-notch sound. For its new Statement X Series, the headphone veterans embrace the beauty of exotic… Continue reading Grado makes a Statement with headphones sporting largest drivers yet

adidas self-charging sports headphones embrace plug-free life

Sporting brand adidas has become the latest company to employ Powerfoyle solar-charging technology to keep the wireless music playing. The RPT-02 SOL wireless headphones have also been made using post-consumer recycled plastic.Continue ReadingCategory:… Continue reading adidas self-charging sports headphones embrace plug-free life