Verdict An accessible and enjoyable pair of open-backed, over-ear headphones from Sivga that are very comfortable to wear and appeal with a lush, but natural sound. Pros Excellent comfort levels Great aesthetics Lush, smooth, and expressive audio performance Easy to drive Cons Not the widest soundstage for an open-backed pair Other headphones exhibit better definition, … [Read more…]
Sennheiser has announced the addition of the Accentum series, a more affordable effort to the flagship Momentum series. The idea of the Accentum headphones was to offer a performance and feature set that outperformed its price point. The new headphones come with Hybrid ANC, long battery life, and a new driver configuration to produce “exciting … [Read more…]
Verdict Offering excitement, panache, and vivid listening experience, the Andromeda Emerald Sea offers a dynamic, immersive sound that’s become Campfire Audio’s trademark. The price is sky high, and they need a sufficiently capable partner to extract the best performance from them, but there’s no doubt the Emerald Sea is a very enjoyable IEM. Pros Exciting, … [Read more…]
OPINION: Bose’s latest range of headphones have been rumoured and leaked over the last several months, but now they’re a reality with a new series of QuietComfort headphones. The launch does feel somewhat odd, though. I’ve been expecting a follow-up to the Noise-Cancelling Headphones 700 (NCH700 for short) since they went on sale in 2019 … [Read more…]
Verdict An inexpensive pair of wired in-earphones for those with legacy wired devices, the Avantree E171 offers an entertaining sound, secure fit and good comfort for workout related activities or day-to-day use. The emphasis on bass counteracts the claim of a “well-balanced” audio profile, but most will find the audio more than fine for casual … [Read more…]
The B&W PX7 S2 headphones are among our favourite noise cancelling headphones and at this price they’re truly irresistible. The retailer Peter Tyson is selling the Bowers & Wilkins PX7 S2 headphones for just £199. Considering they started at £379, that’s an insane discount. B&W PX7 S2 somehow just £199 This is an all-time low … [Read more…]
Verdict An impressively specc’d open-ear headphone with an audio performance that exceeds expectations, the Cleer Arc II Sport are a fine example of how this type of headphone has progressed forward in just a few years. They are expensive, with cheaper alternatives available for those who can’t match Cleer’s asking price. Pros Comfortable enough to … [Read more…]
Verdict An affordable true wireless with an impressive list of features that are similar to what you’d get from flagship true wireless models, the Anker Soundcore Liberty 4 NC is a jack of most trades. With strong noise-cancellation, clear audio, and plenty of customisation options, it’s among 2023’s most impressive budget true wireless earbuds. Pros … [Read more…]
First Impressions Philips’ upcoming headphones are building up to be a solid contender, covering all the features expected from a headphone of its status and price while keeping true to its history. It’ll be interesting to see how it fares in the current marketplace and whether it has the performance to upset the like of … [Read more…]
Bose has unveiled the latest additions to its QuietComfort line, including the new Bose QuietComfort and the QuietComfort Ultra headphones. It’s been four years since the company dropped its Noise Cancelling Headphones 700, with the headphones having seen a major price cut in that time. Keep reading to discover how the new QuietComfort Ultra compare … [Read more…]