Sennheiser HD 650 in 2025
Lately, I noticed the availability and pricing of the Sennheiser HD 650 became unstable. Prices are on the rise and I heard a rumour about what could be the cause. So to add this classic headphone to my collection (again), I ordered one very recently...
Unboxing: IO Audio Sogno
I had teased and mentioned the IO AUDIO (I\O Audio) Sogno in my SIAS impressions. On that day, I think it had the best-tuned upper mids and transition into treble that I have heard in a very long time. So I went ahead and purchased a pair from...
HEDDphone TWO GT: Official Product Photos
This is the first time I have shot official product photos (cutouts) for a release. Until recently, I was working full-time for HEDD Audio for over 4 years and also accompanied the HEDDphone TWO GT project. Find out more about the HEDDphone TWO GT on...
CIHE Beijing 2024 Show Impressions
In a spontaneous decision, I attended the 2024 China International Headphone Expo (CIHE) in Beijing this past weekend. I had not prepared for the show and was just informed about the event a few days earlier. So I went on a 1-day-trip to Beijing and...
First Impressions: Softears Enigma
I received a review unit of the Enigma from Softears and want to share some early impressions. I am currently traveling so I neither have access to my main camera nor my measurement setup. So please excuse my lazy snapshots using my wife‘s (highly portable)...
HEDDphone TWO GT: Brochure
When the HEDDphone TWO was finally finished, I have to admit that I was a little bit disappointed. It did not have the sonic characteristics of the HEDDphone ONE. That is not to say that the HP2 was not a technical upgrade – because it...
The HEDD Logo Recreated
Have you ever wondered what HEDD’s logo is supposed to represent? It looks like a grenade and not quite resemble an AMT. Well, that’s because it’s actually the company’s unique shape of the AMT’s pole plate and not the driver itself. To be honest, not...
MK2 Quickstart
Freshly hired as Int. Sales Manager in 2020, one of my tasks pre-launch of the TYPE MK2 series was to design a quick start guide for the speakers. I used the texts and materials given to me. The guide served its purpose well, but the...
FotM: Oriveti OD200
The Oriveti OD200 is my flavor of the month (FOTM). Read the following review to find out why. Introduction In the international grand scheme of Head-Fi, Oriveti is one of the lesser-known brands. That is quite surprising to me because they have released excellent products...
Quick Thoughts: Kiwi Ears Quintet
Welcome to my quick thoughts on the Kiwi Ears Quintet IEM. In this new category, I will share short impressions without covering all topics I‘d usually try to address in a full review. I received the Quintet on loan and already posted some impressions in...
DUNU Falcon Pro
This DUNU Falcon Pro review was published on another audio blog that is now offline. I am reposting it here. Unfortunately, it seems like this IEM is now discontinued. Introduction DUNU Topsound is a well-respected Taiwanese manufacturer of IEM. The brand is deeply connected with...
Gizaudio x Binary Chopin
Introduction Welcome to my short review of the Gizaudio x Binary Acoustics Chopin IEM review. My impressions are based on a loaner from Germany‘s official distributor (NT Global). I recommend reading my disclaimer linked below to understand my MotT status and involvement in the community....