At the time this review was written, the Shozy Zero in-ear monitor was for sale at Amazon.com. Here is a link for purchase:   http://www.amazon.com/SHOZY-Zero-HIFI-In-ear-Earphone/dp/B01EHT6Z6C?ie=UTF8&keywords=shozy&qid=1464531193&ref_=sr_1_1&sr=8-1   Introduction Being on Head-Fi for the last three years, I’ve learned whose opinions and impressions of products I should trust. One of those opinions is my good friend Tamal’s. When he said that Shozy was releasing a new in-ear monitor and it sounded great, I knew it would be something I should...

At the time this review was written, the Cleer Audio DU dual driver headphones were for sale on Amazon.com. Here is a link for purchase:   http://www.amazon.com/Cleer-DU-High-Definition-Driver-Headphone/dp/B010NN74XE/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1464448476&sr=8-2&keywords=cleer   Introduction The Chicago Axpona Audio Convention may have ended in April, but the experience has not yet ended for me. I was able to get my hands on some nice review samples which I will be covering in the upcoming weeks. One of them is the dual driver headphone I will be...

At the time of the review, the Cleer NC noise canceling headphones were for sale on Amazon's website. Here is a link for information and purchase:   http://www.amazon.com/Cleer-NC-Noise-Cancelling-Headphone/dp/B010SR24BW?ie=UTF8&keywords=cleer%20nc&qid=1464664814&ref_=sr_1_1&sr=8-1   Introduction Anyone who travels understands the convenience of a good pair of noise canceling headphones. There’s nothing worse than the sound of crying babies, loud engines and chatterboxes during a commute.  Whether it’s on a bus, train or airplane, being able...

At the time this review was written, the 1MORE Triple Driver was on sale on Gearbest’s website. Here is a link to their listing of the product:   http://www.gearbest.com/earbud-headphones/pp_337047.html   Introduction I have recently had some awesome opportunities to try some of the best earphones money can buy. It’s been awesome to see what top dollar can buy in the world of personal audio. Still, one thing is very apparent. Many of the more established brands with higher priced products are offering build and sound improvements that aren’t...

At the time this review was written, the Campfire Andromeda was recently listed for preorder/sale at Campfire Audio’s website. Here is a link for purchase: https://www.campfireaudio.com/product/andromeda/ Introduction The 2016 Axpona Audio Exhibit was a great turnout. Notable earphone displays were Empire Ears, Etymotic, Onkyo, Shure, JH Audio, Campfire Audio and many more. It’s pretty epic to be in a giant room with a large array of the world’s finest earphones. They’re lined up on display tables, being driven by some of the world’s finest...

http://www.amazon.com/DX80-Resolution-Extreme-Warranty-Included/dp/B017I5NONY?ie=UTF8&keywords=ibasso%20dx80&qid=1462819578&ref_=sr_1_1&sr=8-1       Introduction I’m very critical of DAPs. I personally feel that the audiophile market is flooded with high priced MP3 players dressed up to look like more than they actually are. We pay a lot for our gear, and live in a day and age where technology is being pushed farther and faster than I ever would have imagined just ten years ago.   With that being said, I feel a DAP should be one of two things...

At the time of the review, the Unique Melody Miracle V2 was was on sale at Musicteck’s online store. Here is a link to their listing of the product:   https://shop.musicteck.com/products/unique-melody-um-miracle-universal-six-drivers-titanium-faceplate-um-logo?variant=8380267267   https://shop.musicteck.com/products/unique-melody-um-miracle-universal-six-drivers-black-um-logo   Introduction About a month ago, I covered the Unique Melody Maestro. Here is a link to this review:  ...

  At the time of this review, the iFi micro iDSD, iFi nano Gemini cable and iFi nano iUSB3.0 was for sale on Amazon’s website. Here are links for the purchase of these three items:          http://www.amazon.com/Micro-iDSD-Headphone-Amplifier-Octa-Speed-Double-Speed/dp/B01D40AQJ2?ie=UTF8&keywords=micro%20idsd&qid=1461553486&ref_=sr_1_1&sr=8-1      http://www.amazon.com/iFi-Gemini-Dual-Headed-Cable-Meter/dp/B00COJ5Z64/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1461553590&sr=8-2&keywords=ifi+gemini     ...

At the time of the review, the LZ-A3  was on sale on Aliexpress and Amazon. Here are links to their listings of the product:   http://www.aliexpress.com/item/2016-Original-LZ-A3-In-Ear-Earphone-Dynamic-And-2-BA-Hybrid-3-Unit-Headphone-HIFI/32646581807.html?spm=2114.01010208.3.59.NdPnMI&ws_ab_test=searchweb201556_10,searchweb201602_5_10017_10005_10006_10034_10021_507_10022_10020_10018_10019,searchweb201603_1&btsid=895dbc7c-78a7-4402-8a9f-ee405f13bb29  ...

At the time of the review, the MEE audio Pinnacle was on sale on their website and also on Amazon. Here are links to their listings of the product:   http://www.meeaudio.com/pinnacle   http://www.amazon.com/MEE-audio-Audiophile-Headphones-Detachable/dp/B01A60I4P6?ie=UTF8&keywords=pinnacle%20earphone&qid=1460079506&ref_=sr_1_1&sr=8-1   Introduction The first earphone review I ever wrote on Head-Fi was in February of 2015. I was given a chance to cover the nine dollar Meelectronics M9 classic. This opportunity came after being heavily involved...

At the time this review was written, the ZMF Vibro MKII was for sale on the ZMF website. Here is a link to their listing of the product:   http://www.zmfheadphones.com/order-the-zmf/zmf-x-vibro   Introduction The ZMF is a rare breed. The company was started by Zach a few years ago and has taken off since then. As the brand grows, so too does the fan base. Hearing is believing, and those who have heard what Zach can do with a pair of Fostex T50RP can understand why the brand continues to evolve.   Zach is a connoisseur and artist when it...

At the time this review was written, the JDS Labs Element was for sale on their website. Here is a link to the product which also explains their specifications and features:   https://www.jdslabs.com/products/151/the-element/   Introduction Not too long ago, I had a chance to review Zach’s flagship headphone, the ZMF Omni. Here is a link to the review:   http://www.head-fi.org/products/zmf-headphones-omni/reviews/14620   The Omni left a lasting impression. So much so, I purchased a pair upon the conclusion of the review. As stated in the...

At the time of the review, the Unique Melody Maestro was on sale at Musicteck’s online store. Here is a link to their listing of the product:   https://shop.musicteck.com/products/um-maestro-universal   Unique Melody has a great Facebook Page with lots of links to some really good reviews. Here is a link to their page:   https://www.facebook.com/UniqueMelodyInternational/?fref=nf   Introduction Over the course of reviewing products we occasionally are given rare opportunities to cover something really special. These times don’t come around...

At the time of the review, the Ausdom M08 Bluetooth Headphones were on sale at Gearbest’s website. Here is a link to their listing of the product:   http://www.gearbest.com/headsets/pp_230468.html   Introduction I’ve had the honor to cover some pretty cool headphones and earphones sold by Gearbest. This review follows suit. Today we will be going over a fun little bluetooth headset, the M08 bluetooth headset from Ausdom.   The current market has bluetooth earphone manufacturers fighting for their share of sales. Bluetooth technology is all the...

At the time of the review, the BGVP YSP04 was was on sale on Easy Earphone’s Amazon and Aliexpress stores. Here is a link to their listings of the product:   http://www.aliexpress.com/store/product/New-BGVP-YSP04-Metal-10-2mm-Dynamic-Unit-In-ear-Earphone-HIFI-Headphone-With-Mic-Titanium/519064_32554107892.html   http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B019EZTQHO?keywords=ysp04&qid=1457987870&ref_=sr_1_1&sr=8-1   http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B019EZTQHY?keywords=ysp04&qid=1457987870&ref_=sr_1_2&sr=8-2   Introduction The budget-fi world of...

At the time of the review, the LZ-Z03A was was on sale on Amazon and Easy Earphone’s Aliexpress website. Here is a link to their listing of the product:   http://www.amazon.com/LZ-Z03A-Dynamic-Cancelling-Earphones-Headphones/dp/B01C2XK0D4/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1457660433&sr=8-2&keywords=lz+earphone   http://www.aliexpress.com/store/product/Easy-New-Original-LZ-Z03A-Hifi-Stereo-Dynamic-In-ear-Earbuds-Heave-Bass-Noise-Cancelling-Earphones/519064_32600913773.html   Introduction Earlier this year I had the honor of reviewing a pair of LZ-A2...

  At the time of the review, the Noble 6 universal was was on sale on Noble Audio’s website. Here is a link to their listing of the product:   http://nobleaudio.com/en/shop/universal/   Introduction My Head-Fi journey continues. Between going to shows and writing reviews I’ve had opportunities to try some pretty incredible earphones and sources.   One of the most popular earphones these days is the Noble Savant. When my buddy Zach brought a pair over to try out, there was no denying that it sounded pretty incredible. The Savant midrange and...

At the time of the review, the Tingker K200 was was on sale on Easy Earphone’s website. Here is a link to their listing of the product:   http://www.aliexpress.com/store/product/2015-New-Original-Easy-K200-Balanced-Armature-With-Dynamic-HIFI-Monitor-Headphones-DIY-In-Ear-Earphones/519064_32574223582.html   Introduction Here we go again...   This is becoming a recurring thing. Hybrids are becoming more and more apparent and affordable. And although the market is flooded with earphones of this variety, almost every single one offers something...

At the time of the review, the Vibro Aria was was on sale on the Vibro Labs website. Here is a link to their listing of the product:   http://vibrolabs.com/   Introduction My Head-Fi journey continues to evolve. With each new purchase or review, I get a little more versed. Not only in what I consider to be good/better/best, but I also get to see what the world of high end personal audio has to offer.   Over the course of our audio journeys we develop personal preferences in search of our own audio nirvana. Am I to the point that I would...

At the time of the review, the Hisoundaudio HSA-AD1 was was on sale on Penon Audio’s website. Here is a link to their listing of the product:   http://penonaudio.com/Hisoundaudio-HSA-AD1   Introduction Here we go, another hybrid in-ear hitting the market!   Have you noticed a theme here? It seems like all the sudden there’s an explosion of these things, and truth be told they all sound pretty good!   I’ve been a Penon Audio fan for a while now. I make it a habit to check their web page almost daily to see if they have any new releases. Those...