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Luxsin X9 Review

November 10, 2025

Feliks Audio Echo Vibe Review

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FiiO K13 R2R Review

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EarMen CH-Amp Signature Review

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Topping DX5 II Review

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Samson QH4 Review

Donunus

Solid State

September 29, 2017 6

The Samson QH4 is a multi-output solid-state amplifier. The outputs are not wired in parallel for consistent performance under multiple...

8.8

Linear Tube Audio MZ2 ZOTL Review

Headfonics

September 10, 2017 1

The Linear Tube Audio MZ2 ZOTL is a high-end desktop headphone amplifier using a ZOTL tube configuration. It is priced...

8.5

Cayin iDAC-6 & iHA-6 Review

August 6, 2017 7

The Cayin iDAC-6 & iHA-6 are a desktop modular solid-state amplifier and an AKM AK4490EQ DAC implemented DAC. They are...

8.1

Lake People Reference Series Review

Klaus

DAC

March 4, 2017 2

The Lake People Reference Series is a desktop headphone amplifier and DAC stackable combo system. It is priced at €800...

7.9

Audio Guild EMAC 535SE Amplifier Review

January 11, 2017 6

The EMAC 535SE is the most recent offering from The Audio Guild, a California-based company run by Steve Eddy and...

8.7

RME ADI-2 Pro Review

Klaus

December 12, 2016 6

When I first heard about the ADI-2 Pro some months ago, I was indeed very interested. I read some more...

8.3

Feliks Audio Elise Review

December 9, 2016 4

The Feliks Audio Elise is an affordable tube amplifier by the Polish family-owned business. It is priced at $699. Disclaimer:...

7.7

Essence HDACC DAC/Amp Review

December 4, 2016 1

The Essence HDACC is an integrated DAC/Amp offering a unique HDMI-based solution to transmit Hi-Res audio. It is priced at...

8.5

Burson Audio Soloist SL MK2 Review

November 2, 2016 33

Disclaimer: The Burson Soloist SL MK 2 sent to us is a sample unit in exchange for our honest opinion....

7.5

FiiO K5 Review

September 21, 2016 12

The FiiO K5 is the company’s latest version of their all in one dockable DAC and integrated desktop amplifier for...

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8.4

Feliks Audio Espressivo-E Review

March 23, 2016 21

The Feliks Audio Espressivo-E is an affordable tube amplifier by the Polish family-owned business. It is priced at $349. Disclaimer:...

8.4

Cypher Labs Sustain84 Review

January 11, 2016 11

Today, we review the Cypher Labs Sustain84, which is a compact desktop Class A tube headphone amplifier capable of up...

7.8

Airist Audio Heron 5 review

December 16, 2015 6

Disclaimer: The Airist Audio Heron 5 was sent to us as a sample in exchange for our honest opinion in...

8.1

Schiit Magni 2U & Modi 2U Review

Smit Patel

$101-200

October 14, 2015 16

The Schiit Magni 2U & Modi 2U are a pair of budget micro-sized stackable headphone amplifier and DAC units. They...

7.8

SPL Phonitor Mini Review

July 26, 2015 15

Disclaimer: The SPL Phonitor Mini we were sent is a sample in exchange for our honest opinion. We thank SPL...

7.9

Burson Conductor Virtuoso review

Donunus

April 15, 2015 4

Disclaimer: The Burson Conductor Virtuoso sent to us is a sample unit in exchange for our honest opinion. We thank...

The Bushmaster MKII DAC by Beresford

Headfonics

DAC

September 21, 2014 4

Before launching into a review of equipment, I feel it’s important to know what the company that makes it is...

The Liquid Lightning 2 by Cavalli

Tubes

August 27, 2014 0

Before we start, I would like to thank Alex for his immeasurable contributions to the audio world, as well as...

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8.5

Tisbury Audio Challenge Amp 1 Review

July 25, 2014 3

In this feature, Marcus reviews the £349 Tisbury Audio Challenge Amp 1, which is a new compact desktop analog headphone...

The HA-1 by Oppo