I would like some recommendations for an entry level (ideally sub-$100) full sized over-ear open-back headphones for a friend. We were looking at the Audio-Technica ATH-AD700 but would like to see some other options as well. Cheers! :)

I just had a random thought and was hoping some of your could weigh in with your thoughts. Assuming you're using the same set of cans or IEMs with a portable headphone amp that has a gain switch, would the battery life of the amp differ between having the gain set to high but the volume lower...

I was reading reviews on headphone amps and DACs and I came across the term "noise floor". Specifically several reviews saying of the same amp that its noise floor is too high for IEMs. I looked it up but I think I'm still confused as to what it actually means. Does this mean that this...

I'm downsizing my workout carry and have decided that my S4 + DAC/Amp is too large. As such, I'm looking for a small sized DAP to listen to while working out. I'm looking at the Sandisk Clip Sport + Fiio E6 right now but I would like to consider all options before making a decision so I'm open...

So I expect my first pair of custom IEMs to ship out later this month and I've been wondering about cable options. The IEMs include a cable with a 3.5mm plug but I would like to have one with a 1/4" plug as well. Now I know I could get an adapter and be done with it but as they say: in for a...

I've been using the Fiio E7 with my Android phone for some time now and I'm happy with the sound. However I'm looking to reduce the bulk of my setup so I'm in the market for a small DAC/amp to replace the E7. I've been looking at the Dragonfly from Audioquest as well as the Fulla from Schiit. I...