What is this blog even supposed to be? In my introductory post I said: “My intention is not to create another review blog.” But it…Read More
Stepping Up My Game
Softears RS10: Reference Sound Has a Number
Welcome to this deep analysis review of the Softears RS10. There has been a lot of praise of this IEM in countries where it’s already…Read More
HEDD Type 07 MK2 as Home Speakers
Full disclaimer first: I work for the smart people at HEDD Audio! I’m fairly new to the company so I have absolutely zero involvement in…Read More
Flavor of the Month: Softears Turii
The Softears Turii is a high-end reference flagship IEM. Its unconventional design has the slogan “twist your ears” and is a showcase for the capabilities…Read More
Disclaimer
This is a general disclaimer concerning my blog and articles. You can jump a few paragraphs ahead if you do not care about how this…Read More
Softears RSV
The Softears RSV is the new kid on the block. It is an extremely refined 3-way universal IEM with 5BA. I have written an introduction to…Read More
Softears RSV Measurements
As announced in the Softears introduction post, here are the measurements of the Softears RSV, aka Reference Sound 5. Softears RSV Frequency Response Spoiler alert:…Read More
Softears: The Introduction
This is an introduction to the company Softears featuring their products Turii and RSV. Softears is a very young IEM company that was founded 2017.…Read More
Apple AirPods Max
Here are my impressions of the Apple AirPods Max. There’s quite the hype going on around these. Let me jump in and share my impressions…Read More
DUNU Blanche: Is It the Cable?
Oh my god, a cable review. Seriously? „Klaus, what happened to you?“ Let me explain. And, welcome to my DUNU Blanche sort-of-review. Preface I am…Read More
What Is It Like to Be an Audiophile?
I consider myself to be an audiophile. But what does that even mean? Does that automatically make me an elitist and intolerant consumer who laughs…Read More
Frequency Response: 64 Audio A18s
64 Audio has released a new addition to the studio & stage monitoring flagship A18 Tzar. The new A18s is advertised as being more suited…Read More
Lotoo PAW S1 Filter Presets
The Lotoo PAW S1 USB hifi-dongle is a new audiophile portable DAC. It has a very efficient circuitry that creates a clean, powerful and energy-saving…Read More
Lotoo PAW S1 Firmware Update 1.0.0.7
I received this firmware update a bit early. I am using it since Tuesday, June 23rd. So far it seems to run stable and works…Read More
Flavor of the Month: DUNU Luna
DUNU is a well-respected audiophile-first company based out of Shenzhen. After stepping outside their OEM roots, DUNU have shown strong presence in the Head-Fi community.…Read More
Flavor of the Month: final A8000
The final A8000 are high-end reference earphones that use a single true beryllium driver in a complex acoustic chamber. As the Japanese company’s flagship, they…Read More
Quick Impressions: SoundMAGIC HP1000
I share my quick impressions on the SoundMAGIC HP1000. The HP1000 are the company’s latest flagship reference headphones and are competitively priced at 269 USD…Read More
Caricatures of Headphone Users
This is a tongue in cheek characterization of the different users that appear in headphone-related discussion boards. Please don’t be offended. Image taken from the…Read More
64 Audio tia Fourté & Michael Jackson
This article is a review of the 64 Audio tia Fourté with a focus on the music of Michael Jackson. A lot has been said…Read More
Constructing an Audiophile IEM Reference Target
Discussing RAW frequency responses is hot right now. More and more audiophiles are starting to create their own measurement setups. So did I. But what…Read More
qdc Neptune versus NF Audio NA1
I had planned to write a normal review on the NF Audio NA1, but I also remembered that I never really mentioned the qdc Neptune…Read More
Impressions: Hifiman Ananda BT
I have taken part in the Hifiman Ananda BT loaner tour on Head-Fi. Thank you very much to Hifiman for giving me the opportunity to…Read More
Understanding RAW Frequency Graphs
First off, I should apologize because this post is long overdue. I have been sharing raw measured frequency graphs without ever explaining them. So I…Read More
InEar ProPhile 8 vs 64 Audio A18t
It is no secret that the reference-tuned InEar ProPhile 8 are one of my favorite IEMs. In my opinion, they are possibly the best set…Read More
Frequency Response: InEar ProPhile 8
The InEar ProPhile 8 is considered to be a reference of any IEM in regards to neutral frequency response. I personally share that opinion. (Read…Read More
Unboxing: NF Audio NA1
Welcome to the unboxing of the brand new NF Audio NA1 single dynamic IEM. These monitors sell for ~169 USD excl. tax, and as of…Read More
News: Updated RME ADI-2 DAC (November 2019)
The RME ADI-2 DAC has received a silent refresh. The name remains the same. Internally, the chip by Asahi Kasei Microdevices has been updated from…Read More
Flavor of the Month: AZLA Horizon
May I present you my flavor of the month for October/ November? The rare to find AZLA Horizon secured the spot this time around and…Read More
Measuring Custom IEMs
As you might have noticed, I too like to measure my IEMs and study their frequency response. Though it doesn’t tell the whole story, there…Read More
Introducing My New 64 Audio A18t
As (kind of) announced, here they are: my new 64 Audio A18 Tzar Custom In-Ears. Top of the line. Summit-Fi. Ultra High-End. Etc. 18 freaking…Read More