Reviews
Burson Audio Soloist 3X Grand Tourer headphone amplifier review
If you've been wondering whether you're feeding your headphone enough power to perform at their best, then you'd better take a read of our review of Burson Audio's Soloist 3X Grand Tourer Headphone Amplifier. With up to 10 Watts of power, it even requires an active cooling fan to tame the energy it creates.
Matrix Audio Element X2 Music Streamer review
The all-new Matrix Audio Element X2 Music Streamer is the future-ready answer for music lovers who have embraced the “streaming revolution”, and a...
iFi audio GO bar Ultraportable DAC & Headphone Amplifier review
The new iFi GO bar Ultraportable DAC & Headphone amplifier squeezes in nearly half a Watt of power plus a hi-res DAC into a tiny "dongle"-style footprint. If you're looking for a first DAC/amp or a portable audiophile solution, could this be your headphone "mecca"?
Astell&Kern KANN MAX Digital Audio Player Review
The new Astell&Kern KANN MAX Digital Audio Player might look like a DAP, but with 15 Volts of power up its sleeve its this portable device has plenty of get-up-and-go when it comes to driving even the most stubborn and insensitive headphones.
FiiO M17 Portable High-Resolution Audio Player review
The FiiO M17 Portable High-Resolution Audio Player is a digital audio player that blurs the line between portable convenience and desktop power. With THX amplification technology, dual flagship ESS DAC chips and a host of wireless and analogue connectivity options, could this portable device earn a place on your desk?
Simaudio MOON 430HAD Headphone Amplifier with DSD Capable DAC review
The Simaudio MOON 430 HA Headphone Amplifier is a state-of-the-art fully-balanced headphone amplifier and preamplifier with an optional inbuilt DSD-capable DAC. If you’re a headphone listener searching for the ultimate reference pairing with your high-end cans, this might just be the last amplifier you'll ever need.
iFi Audio xDSD Gryphon Portable Headphone Amp & DAC review
The $1099 iFi Audio xDSD Gryphon Portable Headphone Amp & DAC combines the digital smarts of the iFi audio xDSD Portable Headphone Amp & D...
Lyngdorf TDAI-1120 Integrated Amplifier with RoomPerfect review
The Lyngdorf TDAI-1120 is a compact integrated amplifier featuring a range of digital, streaming and analogue connectivity options plus Lyngdorf's patented RoomPerfect room correction technology built-in. We take a look at what sort of difference RoomPerfect makes to listening at home when it comes to dealing with one of the trickiest things to deal with - the room itself.
Astell&Kern UW100 True Wireless Earphones review
If you’re researching your next pair of wireless headphones and have managed to click your way here, Astell&Kern might not be a familiar name ...
HIFIMAN Arya Stealth Magnets 2021 Planar Magnetic Headphones review
HIFIMAN has released an updated version of their acclaimed Arya open-back planar-magnetic headphone, featuring new "Stealth Magnet" technology which promises even greater levels of transparency and performance.
64 Audio Duo Universal In-Ear Earphones review
The new 64 Audio Duo Universal In-Ear Earphones feature an innovative "Apex Core" open air design intended to make them sound more like an open-back headphone. Could they replace your traditional over-ear headphones?
Astell&Kern A&ultima SP2000T Digital Audio Player review
Astell&Kern has packed in a host of new features with their new A&ultima SP2000T digital audio player including a "Triple Amp System" featuring a real vacuum tube plus no fewer than four flagship ESS9068AS DAC chips. Could this be the most comprehensive portable device on the market? Take a read of our impressions.
iFi audio ZEN One Signature DAC review
The ZEN One Signature DAC from iFi audio redefines value with its strong digital performance, balanced design, plus hi-res wireless Bluetooth support.
Burson Audio Timekeeper 3i Headphone & Speaker Amplifier review
The new Burson Timekeeper 3i headphone & speaker amplifier is a no-holds-barred, all-in-one source device intended to be the ultimate solution...
