Review: Massdrop x E-MU Purpleheart Headphone Before I start the review, I would like to thank Massdrop for the complimentary headphone. Introduction “Whoa” -- I knew it would look like the headphone that I listened to at RMAF this year! This is what happened when I opened up the Massdrop x E-MU Purpleheart package, as I didn’t see any pictures of the headphone before it arrived at my doorstep. Let’s back up a few months. RMAF is an audio expo in Denver, Colorado that I attended, where they also featured CanJam in various rooms and a...

Review: Archeer AH07 Impact Wireless Bluetooth Headphone             Introduction   Thanks to Archeer for the complementary headphone.  I was asked originally to review a bicycle speaker, and while it probably sounds pretty good (I’ll be publishing my Archeer Bluetooth Speaker review in the near future), I didn’t feel a need for it since I don’t personally bicycle ride anymore.  I saw that Archeer offered a Bluetooth headphone on Amazon, so instead of going with the bicycle speaker, they were able to send me a Bluetooth headphone - which...

Review: Cleer DJ Professional DJ Headphone     I tried to post a review only to the review template, but I was unable to because the system stated I was above the maximum character count, hence the review thread creation.   My main review is here: http://www.head-fi.org/t/815377/review-cleer-dj-professional-dj-headphone.   Here is the TL:DR version (my video with comparisons and full review is located in the review thread):     Is the DJ worth it?   For those that want a viable alternative to other monitoring or DJ-type of headphones, the...

Review: Cleer NC Noise Cancelling Headphone       My main review is here: http://www.head-fi.org/t/813204/review-cleer-nc-noise-cancelling-headphone.   Here is the TL:DR version (my video with comparisons, DJ JMo impressions and full review is located in the review thread):   Is the NC worth it?   In my opinion, yes.  Great build, comfort, and technological features really make the NC shine.     Final thoughts   The NC is a fine headphone that is one of my favorites in the price range.  The NC represents a full and rich sound, and...

Review: Cleer BT Bluetooth Wireless Headphone       Touch Panel Control activated     Introduction   It was a brisk day in a suburb of Chicago, Illinois.  I attended AXPONA, which is the Audio Expo North America...wait, I’m sounding like the Cleer DU review I recently published.  Okay, it is true that I listened to the Cleer DU and the Cleer NC during the meet, but I also got to listen to the Cleer BT, thanks to Cleer’s VP of Marketing: Amber Bobin.     Cleer's VP of Marketing: Ms. Bobin   There were pros and cons to the headphone...

Review: Cleer DU High Definition Dual-Driver Headphone         Introduction   It was a brisk day in a suburb of Chicago, Illinois.  I attended AXPONA, which is the Audio Expo North America.  The meet operates very much like T.H.E. Show Newport, located in Irvine, California - an expo show where they showcase not only 2-channel speaker setups, but have dedicated headphone and earphone audio rooms as well.  While I was in the “Ear Gear Expo”, which is a ballroom full of headphone and earphone electronics, a representative of Cleer, the VP of...

Review: Meze Headphones 99 Classics     I tried to post a review only to the review template, but I was unable to because the system stated I was above the maximum character count, hence the review thread creation.   My main review is here: http://www.head-fi.org/t/811551/review-meze-headphones-99-classics.   Here is the TL:DR version (my video with comparisons and full review is located in the review thread):     Is the 99 Classics worth it?   If you are interested in a headphone that has a terrific build, a smooth and punchy sound and...

    Review: JLab Audio Epic Bluetooth Earbuds   Image courtesy of JLab Audio     Introduction   I have been around in-ears for many years, but have been immersing myself with learning more and sharing more about Bluetooth earphones as the years go by.  I had the chance to listen and keep some Bluetooth earphones, and I wasn’t really thoroughly content with the sound that was presented from these earphones, until now.  I have been on the lookout for a great sounding Bluetooth in-ear, and I happened to find the JLab Audio Epic Bluetooth...

Review: Massdrop x HIFIMAN RE00         Introduction   Massdrop has been able to offer in-ear monitors (IEMs) at either a reasonable price, exclusivity through various companies’ partnerships, or a combination of the two.  IEMs that quickly come to mind are the partnership of CustomArt Massdrop’s exclusive of the Ei.XX CIEM, and lower than MSRP offerings of the Ultimate Ears 18 Pro Custom In-Ear Monitors and Campfire Audio Nova Exclusive Launch.  A refresh of the original RE-0 has come, and it is in the form of the Massdrop x HIFIMAN RE00. ...

Review: Massdrop x HIFIMAN HE350         Introduction   It has been such a vibrant time in the Massdrop landscape, as they have been able to create successful collaborations with respected manufacturers.  Massdrop and AKG with their smooth sounding K7XX.  Massdrop plus Fostex with their richly immaculate TH-X00.  Enough of a success to spawn a new TH-X00 variant that contains Purpleheart earcups, and delegating the old model to a new name: the TH-X00 Mahogany, to be able to differentiate between the two models. When I had a chance to listen...

My main review is here: http://www.head-fi.org/t/805217/review-riva-s-high-performance-mobile-speaker.   This will house the TL;DR version.   I listened to the RIVA S High Performance Mobile Speaker for the first time when I arrived at their facility in Fountain Valley, CA, and adored the enthralling sound and TrueWireless capabilities of using two RIVA S' in unison!   A few weeks later, I was able to meet up with RIVA again, this time at AXPONA in Chicago, Illinois.  I listened to the RIVA S and Turbo X demos, and interviewed Mr. Donald North...

My main review is here: http://www.head-fi.org/t/805217/review-riva-s-high-performance-mobile-speaker.   This will house the TL;DR version.   I listened to the RIVA S High Performance Mobile Speaker for the first time when I arrived at their facility in Fountain Valley, CA, and adored the enthralling sound and TrueWireless capabilities of using two RIVA S' in unison!   A few weeks later, I was able to meet up with RIVA again, this time at AXPONA in Chicago, Illinois.  I listened to the RIVA S and Turbo X demos, and interviewed Mr. Donald North...

Review: Atomic Floyd SuperDarts Titanium + Remote            "Wow…this sounds amazing."  "How much does this go for?"  "Wow!"  These were the first few thoughts that I uttered right after listening to the Atomic Floyd SuperDarts Titanium for a few short moments.  I continued to play my test tracks, and kept smiling from ear to ear.   I listened to the SuperDarts Titanium (I’ll call them the SDT from now on) for the first time at CanJam SoCal this year.  The interesting tidbit was that the SDT and Atomic Floyd lineup audition was conducted...

This will house the TL:DR version of my full review.  The main version is here: http://www.head-fi.org/t/804057/review-1more-mk801-over-ear-headphone-with-in-line-microphone-and-remote.   Taken from the Final summary portion of the full review:   "A vibrant and upbeat sounding headphone that is light and comfortable is great.  Add in the fact the price of admission is such that a lot of people can afford, means not only can you purchase one for yourself and give it away if you don’t like it, but you can purchase multiple if you do like it and in...

This will house the TL:DR version of my full review.  The main version is here: http://www.head-fi.org/t/804053/review-1more-triple-driver-in-ear-headphone-with-in-line-microphone-and-remote.   Taken from the Final summary portion of the full review:    "These can be seen as top of the line earphones, regardless of the price.  The packaging, beautiful.  The literal message, thoughtful.  The construction of the earphone itself, inspiring.  The sound, bliss.  This is worth a listen and a purchase – for the amazing price of admission, why not?"  

This will house the TL:DR version of my full review.  The main version is here: http://www.head-fi.org/t/804049/review-1more-e0323-dual-driver-in-ear-headphone-with-in-line-microphone-and-remote.   Taken from the Final summary portion of the full review:   "The hybrid earphones are a joy to listen to.  It reminds me a lot of the Puro Sound Labs IEM500, but with slightly more "meat" to the presentation.  Meaning, there is more substantial sound in the bass department and warmth throughout the rest of the presentation.  The entire presentation is...

This will house the TL:DR version of my full review.  The main version is here: http://www.head-fi.org/t/804038/review-1more-1m301-single-driver-in-ear-headphone-with-in-line-microphone-and-remote.   Taken from the Final summary portion of the full review:   "This is one IEM that sounds very good for its price, and can easily be compared to IEMs that cost multiple times its price.  The design of the Single Driver, and the sound, are above its weight in gold, or in this case, a little more than several dollars and other equivalent currencies. ...

Review: Fostex x Massdrop TH-X00       Massdrop has been on a serious roll as of late, releasing audiophile/audio enthusiast products within the last few months that are not only amazing listens but are adequately priced as well.  Massdrop created a collaborative result with $199 AKG – the AKG K7XX, helped to design the $99 CEntrance DACport Slim DAC/Amp combo, helped to design the $499 Grace Design x Massdrop m9XX DAC/Amp, and now, helped to design the Fostex x Massdrop TH-X00 premium reference headphone.  Fostex has been creating headphones...

      Review: Grace Design x Massdrop m9XX DAC/Amp     Have you ever experienced a day where you knew it went well, but did not know how much of an effect that day would have on your life? This was the case the day that I spoke with Massdrop's Will Bright about a couple of amp-type products that they were going to launch in the near future. One was a small (very small), but powerful DAC/amp called the CEntrance DACport Slim, and the other was an amp that was from the Colorado, United States-based company Grace Design.  I have conversed with...

Review: Master & Dynamic MH30                 Introduction   It was a balmy day in San Francisco, the weather fulfilling requests of a windy and slightly damp morning.    While I was setting up tables at the latest San Francisco Head-Fi meet at Burlingame’s Doubletree, I noticed a company that I haven’t heard of before.  Master & Dynamic.  I wondered to myself: “Wow, these headphones look pretty snazzy!  How do they sound?”  Well, I didn’t get to hear their on-ear MH30 and flagship over-ear MH40 that day, but my fiancée was able to...