Head Gear Reviews by ostewart
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BGVP NS10
Firstly I would like to thank BGVP for sending me the NS10 for review. *disclaimer: This sample was provided for the purpose of writing a review, no incentive was given to write a favourable review. All opinions expressed are my own subjective findings Gear Used: iBasso DX200 > NS10 (silicone tips) Tech Specs • Model: BGVP NS10 • Impedance: 12Ω • Frequency Response : 20Hz-40kHz • Sensitivity: 110dB SPL/MW • Distortion Rate: ≤1.5% (1kHz) • Channel Difference: ≤1dB • Cavity Material: Lightweight aluminum alloy cavity • Drive Unit: 8 balanced... -
SIMGOT EA500
Firstly I would like to thank Simgot for sending me the EA500 to review. *disclaimer: This sample was provided for the purpose of writing a review, no incentive was given to write a favourable review. All opinions expressed are my own subjective findings Gear Used: iBasso DX200 > EA500 JDS Labs Atom DAC+ > Singxer SA-1 > EA500 Tech Specs: • MODEL – EA500 • DRIVERS – 10mm dual-magnetic-circuit & dual-cavity structure dynamic. • DIAPHRAGM – Fourth-generation DLC composite diaphragm • IMPEDANCE – 16Ω+15% (@1kHz) • SENSITIVITY – 123dB/Vrms (@1kHz... -
Thieaudio Ghost
Firstly I would like to thank Linsoul for sending me the ThieAudio Ghost for review. *disclaimer: This sample was provided for the purpose of writing a review, no incentive was given to write a favourable review. All opinions expressed are my own subjective findings Gear Used: JDS Labs Atom DAC+ > Singxer SA-1 > Ghost iBasso DX200 > Ghost Tech Specs: • DRIVERS – 40mm Sapphire Composite Dynamic Driver • IMPEDANCE – 60 ohms • SENSITIVITY – 91dB @1kHz • FREQ. RESPONSE – 20Hz-20kHz • CABLE TERMINATION – Interchangeable 3.5mm wire • HEADPHONES... -
Akoustyx R-100
Firstly I would like to thank Akoustyx for sending this sample for review. *disclaimer: This sample was provided for the purpose of writing a review, no incentive was given to write a favourable review. All opinions expressed are my own subjective findings Gear Used: iBasso DX200 > R-100 JDS Labs Atom DAC+ > Singxer SA-1 > R-100 Tech Specs: • Driver Studio Reference Balanced Armature • Impedance 22 Ω @ 1KHz • Sensitivity 115dB • Freq. Response 15-22.000Hz • Cable Length 1.2M (4.0 ft) https://akoustyx.com/products/r100 Packaging, Accessories... -
Akoustyx S-6
Firstly I would like to thank Akoustyx for sending this S-6 sample for review. *disclaimer: This sample was provided for the purpose of writing a review, no incentive was given to write a favourable review. All opinions expressed are my own subjective findings Gear Used: iBasso DX200 > S6 JDS Labs Atom DAC+ > Singxer SA-1 > S6 Specs: • Type • In-Ear Universal Fit • Transducer • Planar Magnet • Magnets • Neodymium N50 (Front & Rear) • Frequency Response • 10 – 44,000Hz • Impedance • 18Ω @ 1kHz • Sensitivity • 108dB • Connectors • MMCX Gen-2... -
KiiBOOM Allure - Single Full-range Dynamic Driver Universal IEM
Firstly I would like to thank KiiBOOM for sending me this Allure sample to review. *disclaimer: This sample was provided for the purpose of writing a review, no incentive was given to write a favourable review. All opinions expressed are my own subjective findings KiiBOOM Allure Driver Information – Single Beryllium Plated Diaphragm Dynamic Driver Impedance – 18ohm Sensitivity – 112db Cable Connector – 0.78mm 2PIN Frequency Response – 20-40kHz Packaging, Build Quality and Accessories The Allure come in a green box with an outline sketch of... -
SIMGOT EM2R (Roltion)
Firstly I would like to thank Simgot for sending me this sample for review. *disclaimer: This sample was provided for the purpose of writing a review, no incentive was given to write a favourable review. All opinions expressed are my own subjective findings Gear Used: iBasso DX200 > EM2 Roltion (silicone tips) Tech Specs: Drivers: 10mm Dynamic + Knowles 33518 BA Frequency response: 20Hz – 20kHz Sensitivity: 109dB (@1kHz) Impedance: 32Ohms Cable: 1.2m silver plated copper, 2-pin 0.78mm Packaging, Build Quality and Accessories: Simgot have really... -
xDuoo TA-26
Firstly I would like to thank xDuoo for sending this sample for review. *disclaimer: This sample was provided for the purpose of writing a review, no incentive was given to write a favourable review. All opinions expressed are my own subjective findings Gear Used: JDS Labs Element II (DAC mode) > TA-26 (stock) > Mainly German Maestro GMP400 (alongside Audeze LCD-X and others) Tech Specs: Tubes - Preamplifier: 6N8P / Buffer: 6N5P Input: 1x Stereo RCA Outputs: 1x Jack 6.35mm headphone output + 1x Stereo RCA Output power: 500mw @ 600/300Ω Frequency... -
Thieaudio Legacy 2
Firstly I would like to thank Linsoul for this sample to review. *disclaimer: This sample was provided for the purpose of writing a review, no incentive was given to write a favourable review. All opinions expressed are my own subjective findings Gear Used: iBasso DX200 / JDS Labs Element II > Legacy 2 Tech Specs: Sensitivity (1KHz): 108dB Frequency range: 20Hz-20KHz Impedance (1KHz): 32Ω Driver: Knowles 29689 + 10mm Beryllium Noise Isolation: 26dB Earphone connector: 0.78 2pin Plug: 3.5mm Cable: 1.2m Packaging, Build Quality and Accessories... -
Kinera BD005 Pro
Firstly I would like to thank HiFiGO for sending this sample for me to review. *disclaimer: This sample was provided for the purpose of writing a review, no incentive was given to write a favourable review. All opinions expressed are my own subjective findings Gear Used: Pixel 3a / iBasso DX200 > BD005 Pro (Silicone tips) Tech Specs: 3D Printed Earpieces 9.2mm Beryllium Diaphragm Dynamic Driver Unit Custom tuned 30095 series high-frequency BA driver 2-Pin 0.78mm Connectors Impedance: 26Ω Frequency Response Range: 20Hz-20kHz Sensitivity: 108±2dB... -
SIVGA Phoenix - wooden flagship dynamic driver headphone
Firstly I would like to thank Sigva for sending me this sample for review. *disclaimer: This sample was provided for the purpose of writing a review, no incentive was given to write a favourable review. All opinions expressed are my own subjective findings Gear Used: PC > Topping D90 > Topping A90 > Phoenix Tech Specs: Style: Over-Ear Transducer Type: Dynamic Driver Driver Diameter: 50mm Sensitivity: 103 dB±3 dB Impedance: 32Ω±15% Frequency response: 20 Hz-20 kHz Plug: 3.5mm Cable Type: Removable 3.5mm Color: Zebrawood Weight: 296g Packaging... -
Thieaudio Legacy 4 Universal IEM
Firstly I would like to thank Linsoul for sending me this sample to review. *disclaimer: This sample was provided for the purpose of writing a review, no incentive was given to write a favourable review. All opinions expressed are my own subjective findings Gear Used: iBasso DX200 > Legacy 4 Topping D90 / A90 > Legacy 4 Tech Specs: Frequency range: 20Hz-20KHz Monitor Plug: 3.5mm Connecto: 0.78mm 2PIN Sensitivity: 108±0.5db Impedance: 9.4Ω Noise isolation: 26dB Detachable cable: 120cm Packaging, Build Quality and Accessories: The Legacy 4 come... -
HIFIMAN DEVA
Firstly I would like to thank HiFiMAN for sending me the Deva for review. *disclaimer: This sample was provided for the purpose of writing a review, no incentive was given to write a favourable review. All opinions expressed are my own subjective findings Gear Used: Pixel 3a > Deva (bluemini) PC > JDS Labs Element II > Deva (wired) Tech Specs: Frequency Response : 20-20kHz Impedance : 18Ω Sensitivity : 93.5dB Weight : 360g Socket : TRRS 3.5mm Bluemini Battery Life : 7-10 Hours (Bluetooth); 4-5 Hours (USB DAC no charging) Bluemini Codecs : LDAC... -
Tripowin TC-01
Firstly I would like to thank Linsoul for sending me this sample to review. *disclaimer: This sample was provided for the purpose of writing a review, no incentive was given to write a favourable review. All opinions expressed are my own subjective findings Gear Used: iBasso DX200 > TC-01 Tech Specs: Mode: Tripowin TC-01 Sensitivity: 104dB SPL/mW Frequency range: 20Hz-20KHz Impedance: 16ohm Noise isolation: 26dB Cable length: 1.2m Plug: 3.5mm Connector: 0.78mm-2Pin Tripowin TC-01 Packaging, Build Quality and Accessories: The TC-01 comes in a... -
HIFIMAN TWS800
Firslty I would like to thank HiFiMAN for sending me the new TWS800 for review. *disclaimer: This sample was provided for the purpose of writing a review, no incentive was given to write a favourable review. All opinions expressed are my own subjective findings Gear Used: Pixel 3a > TWS800 (Silicone Tips) Tech Specs: https://store.hifiman.com/index.php/tws800.html Packaging, Build Quality and Accessories: The TWS800 come in a fairly basic box with the model pictured on the front and information about the IEM’s on the back. Open the box and... -
CTM (Clear Tune Monitors) CE320
Firstly I would like to thank Clear Tune Monitors for sending me this sample, it’s been a while since I’ve had one of their products. *disclaimer: This sample was provided for the purpose of writing a review, no incentive was given to write a favourable review. All opinions expressed are my own subjective findings Gear Used: iBasso DX200 / JDS Labs Element II > CE320 (silicone tips) Tech Specs: Input Sensitivity – 124db-SPL @ 1mW Freq Response – 20 Hz to 16 kHz Speaker – Triple Balanced Armature Impedance – 20 ohm @ 1 kHz Noise Isolation – -26dB... -
Topping A90
Firstly I would like to thank Topping for sending me this sample to review. *disclaimer: This sample was provided for the purpose of writing a review, no incentive was given to write a favourable review. All opinions expressed are my own subjective findings Gear Used: Keces S3 / Topping D90 > A90 > HiFiMAN HE6 SE / German Maestro GMP400 / Various IEM Tech Specs: http://www.tpdz.net/productinfo/472128.html MSRP: $499 Packaging, Accessories and Build Quality: The A90 comes in a similar box as the D90, it's a simple black affair with very good... -
Xduoo XD-05 Plus
Firstly I would like to thank xDuoo for sending me this sample, it has been a while since I last reviewed one of their products. *disclaimer: This sample was provided for the purpose of writing a review, no incentive was given to write a favourable review. All opinions expressed are my own subjective finding Gear Used: PC > XD05 Plus > HiFiMAN HE-500 / various IEM's Pixel 3a > XD05 > HiFiMAN HE-500 / various IEM's Tech Specs: Compliant operating systems: Windows XP/7/8/10, Mas OS X, IOS, Android DAC chip: AK4493EQ USB chipset: XMOS XU208 Output... -
Topping D90
Firstly I would like to thank Topping for sending me this sample to review. *disclaimer: This sample was provided for the purpose of writing a review, no incentive was given to write a favourable review. All opinions expressed are my own subjective findings Gear Used: TV > D90 (optical) > Rotel RB-06 > B&W 606 PC > D90 USB > Keces S3 > HE-500 / HE6SE Pixel 3a (LDAC) > D90 > Rotel RB-06 > B&W 606 Tech Specs: http://www.tpdz.net/productinfo/398270.html Packaging, Build Quality and Accessories: The D90 comes in the new style of Topping packaging... -
DUNU DK-2001
Firstly I would like to thank Dunu for sending this sample to review, they were the first company I ever wrote a review for and it's been a while since I last reviewed a product of theirs. *disclaimer: This sample was provided for the purpose of writing a review, no incentive was given to write a favourable review. All opinions expressed are my own subjective findings Gear Used: JDS Labs Element II > DK-2001 iBasso DX200 > DK-2001 Tech Specs: Net weight: 14 g Frequency response: 5 hz - 40 khz Impedance: 13 Ω Sensitivity: 109 ± 2 db at 1 khz...