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Apr162020 by James LongmanNo Comments

Speaker Sensitivity Explained

Reading all those numbers from the speaker’s specifications list can be a real nightmare if you don’t know what to look for and what all the numbers mean. Even if you have some basic understanding of these specifications, you might get confused by different measurement methods and different units. One of the characteristics that can be really tricky is speaker sensitivity and there are numerous reasons for that – some manufacturers call it efficiency (sensitivity and efficiency are not the same things), some manufacturers use dB at 1m per 1W, others use dB at 1m per 2.83V, different manufacturers use different measurement methods, etc. The main problem with sensitivity is that there is no industry standard when it comes to measuring and unit of measurement that would be the same for all th

May162020 by James LongmanNo Comments

10 Best Wireless Earbuds For Small Ears In 2020

Earbuds

People with small ears face the same problem every time they try to find the perfect pair of wireless earbuds - most earbuds are simply too large and bulky for their ears. Our article about 10 best wireless earbuds for small ears in 2020 is here to help you with that problem. We did comprehensive research and tested a bunch of different buds in order to find those that are perfect for people with small ears. In this article, we will try to answer some of the most common questions about wireless earbuds, give you a few pieces of advice on what to pay attention to when buying wireless earbuds, and present to you our selection of 10 best wireless earbuds for small ears. Why Do My Earbuds Keep Falling Out? Although many people have problems with poorly-fitting earbuds, their prob...

May152020 by James LongmanNo Comments

9 Best Gaming Chairs With Speakers In 2020

Speakers

Looking for a way to improve your gaming experience? Having a comfy gaming chair may seem irrelevant, but it’s actually much more important than you think. Not only that it improves your comfort and gaming experience but it’s also very important for your posture and, ultimately, for your health. In our article about 9 best gaming chairs with speakers in 2020, we will discuss the most important reasons to buy a gaming chair with speakers and give you some nice suggestions. In the end, we will give you a few short answers to the most common questions people ask about gaming chairs in general and especially about gaming chairs with speakers. Why Do You Need a Gaming Chair? If you love gaming and don’t have a chair already, you should definitely buy it. There are a few very important r

Apr72020 by James LongmanNo Comments

Beyerdynamic Amiron Home High-End Stereo Headphones Review

Single Reviews

Amiron Home high-end headphones by Beyerdynamic are one of the most enjoyable and exciting headphones we’ve ever reviewed. They don’t have all those fancy features like Bluetooth connectivity, built-in controls, or built-in mic. They are all about the sound and comfort. Keep reading our review and find out what’s so special about them. Beyerdynamic is a famous German audio equipment manufacturer. Some of their products, especially studio headphones like DT 990 PRO or DT 1990 PRO are very popular and highly rated by the professionals and audiophiles. Their high-end headphones are one of the best on the market and we are about to review their last year’s high-end stereo headphone model Amiron Home. These headphones are designed for home use. This is actually one of the first headphone

May162020 by James LongmanNo Comments

8 Best DAC/AMP Combos In 2020

Amplifiers

Whether you are looking for something to drive your power-hungry portable headphones or you need a nice DAC/AMP combo for your home audio setup, this is the right place to be. Our article about 8 best DAC/AMP combos in 2020 is here to answer the most common questions about DACs, amps, and DAC/AMP combos, and to offer you some nice suggestions. Regardless of your budget, you will find something that suits your needs and taste. What Is an Amp? To put it simply, amp is a device that receives a line-level signal coming from a DAC or an audio source, amplifies it (provides the required amount of power, current, and voltage), and sends the amplified signal to the connected headphones or speakers. Different amps ‘’color’’ the sound of the same headphones/speakers in different ways and

Apr32020 by James LongmanNo Comments

Floor Standing vs. Bookshelf Speakers – Which Is Right for You?

Comparisons

Music is the inseparable part of our lives and we are constantly exposed to its influence no matter where we are and what we are doing. Music is in every café, in every shop, even in the streets. Many people can’t imagine working, studying or even driving in complete silence so they play some music. If music helps us so much in all of these situations, imagine how great it is to come home and relax after a hard day with a few favorite songs played through your home speakers. Many people decide to buy 3-piece speaker systems because they are easier to set up than home theater speakers and they offer amazing sound quality. Some of the best solutions in these situations are floor-standing or bookshelf speakers that can fit most of the houses or apartments because they are simpler than

May162020 by James LongmanNo Comments

9 Best JBL Headphones In 2020

Headphones

The main reason why we decided to present to you 9 best JBL headphone models in 2020 is their unjustified drop in popularity. You’ve probably heard a lot about JBL Bluetooth speakers but you don’t know much about JBL headphones. The truth is - JBL speakers are way more popular and more appreciated. However, that doesn’t mean the headphones made by this company aren’t worth your attention. People are slowly realizing what JBL headphones have to offer and we are here to communicate the information about them to all those who didn’t have the opportunity to use them so far. Besides, this article can be useful to the customers who have some experience in this area and want to buy their first or new JBL headphone model. Having this in mind, we’ve picked out our favorite JBL headp

Apr12020 by James LongmanNo Comments

Bang & Olufsen Beosound Balance Review

Single Reviews

Beosound Balance is the latest member of the Bang & Olufsen’s line of ‘’flexible living’’ speakers. It’s a unique, artistic, compact speaker with an amazing set of smart features. It’s the first smart speaker from B&O to have sound directivity and active room compensation, which are the features you can find on much pricier Bang & Olufsen speakers (like Beolab 90). And this is just the beginning. There are so many great things about this speaker and we will try to tell you all about it. So, without further delay, let’s see what’s so great (and what’s not) about Bang & Olufsen Beosound Balance. We’ll start with the things we like. The first thing you’re going to notice is the looks. Beosound Balance is a simple-looking, yet incredibly attractive speaker. The lead de

May172020 by James LongmanNo Comments

14 Best HDMI Audio Extractors In 2020

Miscellaneous

Looking for the best HDMI audio extractor for your home theater setup or for your stereo speaker system? You’ve come to the right place. In this article, we will explain the purpose and benefits of HDMI audio extractors, describe different types of extractors, and list the most important things to look for when buying one. We have also prepared the list of 14 best HDMI audio extractors in 2020 so you don’t have to look elsewhere – you have everything here. So, let’s start. What Is The Purpose of The HDMI Audio Extractor? The purpose of HDMI Audio extractors is pretty simple. These extractors are connected to the HDMI audio source. They can separate the audio from the video and send it to the audio output device (like a speaker system) or to some other device that has no HDMI inputs (AV o

Apr62020 by James LongmanNo Comments

Audeze EL-8 Titanium Review

Single Reviews

Audeze EL-8 Titanium headphones represent Audeze’s first attempt to make portable headphones that you can use on the go and without an amplifier. They are significantly cheaper than the previous Audeze high-end headphones from the LCD line. The idea was to penetrate deeper into the market and expand the target group. As a result of that effort, two versions of EL-8 headphones were made – closed back and open-back. In this review, we are going to talk about the latest upgraded version of the closed-back EL-8 headphones called EL-8 Titanium. Audeze is a young company, but it’s already considered one of the world’s best headphone manufacturers. All of the Audeze headphones are high-end planar magnetic headphones. Regular dynamic drivers you can find on most of today’s headphones are repla