7.6Reader's Score HELM Audio F2 Review Louis IEM & Earphones February 5, 2024 0We review the HELM Audio F2, which is a hybrid driver universal IEM using a single 10mm dynamic and 6mm...
8Reader's Score Helm Audio Bolt Review Louis Portable Amps & DACs September 18, 2021 4Helm Audio Bolt is a portable MQA and THX-certified USB DAC/headphone amplifier dongle capable of PCM 32BIT/384kHz and DSD128. It...
7.7Reader's Score HELM Audio DB12 AAAMP Review Louis Portable Amps & DACs August 5, 2020 2The Helm Audio DB12 AAAMP is a THX-certified mobile in-line headphone amplifier with up to 110mW of power and 8...
6.9Reader's Score HELM Audio True Wireless 5.0 Review Marcus TWS January 24, 2020 0The Helm Audio True Wireless 5.0 is a stylishly designed TWS offering Bluetooth5.0, IPX4, aptX low latency and 6-8 hours...
8.3Award Score Kiwi Ears Orchestra II Review Meldrick IEM & Earphones February 16, 2026 0Meldrick reviews the Kiwi Ears Orchestra II, a second-generation universal IEM with 10 balanced armature drivers and currently priced at...
8.5Award Score Sendy Audio Egret Review Meldrick Headphones February 9, 2026 0Meldrick reviews the Sendy Audio Egret, a new set of open-back 98x84mm planar magnetic driver headphones with black walnut wood...
9.3Award Score iBasso EPITOME Review Nihal IEM & Earphones February 6, 2026 2Nihal reviews the iBasso EPITOME, the company’s flagship hybrid universal IEM featuring a massive 12 BA and 8 EST driver...
9.1Award Score iBasso AMP17 Review Marcus DAP January 30, 2026 0Marcus reviews the iBasso AMP17, the first 1900mW-capable and DX340-compatible amplification card to feature gallium nitride (GaN). It is currently...
8.5Award Score Zaylli LYRÖ Review James Headphones January 26, 2026 0James reviews the Zaylli LYRÖ, a pair of semi-open-back dynamic driver headphones with a unique rotary tuning switch and detachable...
8.5Award Score final DX3000 CL Review James Headphones January 10, 2026 0James reviews the final DX3000 CL, the company’s next-generation dynamic driver headphone featuring a hybrid paper and carbon fiber diaphragm....
9.1Award Score PLUSSOUND SONORA SE Review Nihal IEM & Earphones January 5, 2026 2Nihal reviews the PLUSSOUND SONORA SE, a new special edition high-end hybrid dual 10mm dynamic, quad BA, and dual EST...
8.6Award Score Kinera NOTT Phantom Review Marcelo IEM & Earphones December 30, 2025 0Marcelo reviews the Kinera NOTT Phantom, a hybrid 8mm dynamic and quad balanced armature driver universal IEM currently priced at...
Our 2025 Top Gear Awards Marcus Annual Awards December 27, 2025 0We finish out the year with our Top Gear Awards for 2025. This is our highest accolade, recognizing the best...
8.4Reader's Score Fosi Audio ZD3 Review Meldrick DAC December 24, 2025 0Meldrick reviews the Fosi Audio ZD3, a compact, fully-balanced ES9039Q2M-equipped desktop DAC with wireless Bluetooth streaming support. It is currently...
8.9Reader's Score Topping DX9 Discrete Review Marcus Amplifiers December 6, 2025 0Marcus reviews the Topping DX9 Discrete, a limited-edition desktop 16-element 1-bit PSRM DAC and 10W-Capable NFCA headphone amplifier. It is...
8.7Reader's Score Softears RSV-MKII Review Nihal IEM & Earphones November 14, 2025 2Nihal reviews the new Softears RSV-MKII, a 2nd-generation 5 BA driver IEM with an upgraded aluminum shell and improved tuning....
8.6Reader's Score Effect Audio DIONYSUS Review Nihal Cables November 13, 2025 1Today, Nihal reviews the Effect Audio DIONYSUS, a new Signature Series II flagship 26AWG 8-wire aftermarket IEM cable currently priced...
7.7Reader's Score ddHiFi TC44Grip Review Meldrick Portable Amps & DACs November 3, 2025 0Meldrick reviews the ddHiFi TC44Grip, an innovative dual CS43198-capable, 330mW dongle DAC that attaches to the back of a smartphone...
8.1Reader's Score MOONDROP x HONKAI: Star Rail Robin Review Meldrick TWS October 27, 2025 0Meldrick reviews the MOONDROP x HONKAI: Star Rail Robin, a new anime-themed ANC and LDAC-capable True Wireless System priced at...
8.3Reader's Score FiiO K13 R2R Review Meldrick Amplifiers October 25, 2025 3Meldrick reviews the FiiO K13 R2R, a new desktop 24-BIT R2R DAC and 2.4W-capable headphone amplifier with LDAC Wireless compatibility....