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64 Audio Fourté Blanc Already Winning Awards!

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64 Audio Fourté Blanc: With only 500 units avaliable worldwide, this unique IEM is already a collectors Item. With the second and final reimagination of the Fourte, it is better than ever. The boundaries have been pushed even further in showing what’s possible with only 4 drivers. If you are a fan of 64 Audio, this is a must have and reviewers are are claiming this is one of the best UIEM’s ever made. See Ulf Kaiser’s review from Kopfhoerer.de below!

Fourte Blanc

64 Audio Fourté Blanc Limited Edition – What 64 Audio Say:

Our second reinterpretation of the world renown Fourté; the first fully tubeless universal in-ear monitor. Rounding off Fourté’s industry leading legacy, Blanc delivers a fresh perspective, both cosmetically and technically. A custom designed open dynamic driver, one balanced armature, and two tia drivers challenge the technical possibilities of a four driver system. This culmination of small yet powerful details all build upon the wide resolving nature of the tia system, bringing recorded music to life.

Read the Review and see the awards for yourself! Best In-Ear headphones Kopfhoerer.de

The original review is in German, but thanks to google and other web browsers we can enjoy anything from around the world with a few clicks. It is an in depth analysis, which also compares the Blanc to the original Fourté as well as the U6t, The U12t and his own A12t.

You can hear the scratching of the bow and the brief use of the cellos and basses in “Star Whisperer” by Tori Amos, are surprised by the reverb content in the guitar intro of Slayer’s “Repentless” and are transported into an electronically illuminated, three-dimensional listening room in “Celestial Echos” by Boris Blank and Malia.

Ulf Kaiser Kopfhoerer.de Review: 64 Audio Fourté Blanc (translated from German)

64 Audio Fourté Blanc Impressive Features

  • Dynamic Low Frequencies now tuned with proprietary new system ensuring lower distortion and more linear behaviour
  • 27 Gauge Cardas Grade 1 (Ultra) Low-Eddy Copper used for Low Driver wiring
  • T6061 Kaiser Aluminium Shell, anodized for hardness and electrical insulation
  • White Ceramic Coating
  • Mundorf Supreme Solder used throughout
  • Custom balanced 4.4mm Shielded Silver-Core Cable, made with fully custom-machined hardware included (MRSP £999)
  • Apex technology – Air Pressure Exchange (Apex) patented vent releases air pressure
  • Full tia system – reduces unwanted resonance and distortion for a transparent and lifelike sound signature
  • High quality packaging and components
  • Limited to 500 units worldwide

Still Interested? Read more and Buy your Fourté Blanc* exclusively from Hifiheadphones here.

*while stocks last

Black Friday Month Sale Now LIVE!

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Yes, it’s Black Friday Month! The best thing about our sale this year? It’s not only the fantastic products on offer (Stock is limited) but also our our Black Friday Price Promise: If the item you buy now features in any of our Black Friday / Cyber Monday deals for a cheaper price this month, we will refund you the difference. Simple as that.

BLACK FRIDAY MONTH: Most Popular Deals

Final UX3000- £119.00 NOW £89.00

The Final UX3000 ANC is a fantastic product for its price. Final have really worked their magic here. Solid build quality, paired with great sound and effective ANC for under £120 is something rarely heard of. Add to that fantastic mic quality and you have an absolute bargain on offer. The UX3000 can be recommend to anyone looking for a portable over-ear headphone. Full Review

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SoundMAGIC E11C Silver – £52.99 NOW £34.99

A Brilliant Budget Earphone that Sounds MAGIC. We have found the E11C to be a grown-up earphone with a keen knack for giving a clear and accurate presentation across the board. It is a true bargain and certainly a very good IEM for everyday use. The mic and controls are an added bonus and making use of the included case as well as regular cleaning ensures that these earphones last well beyond their warranty. Perfection? Not quite. But at £52 you will struggle to find a similar product worthy of your investment. – Full Review

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Lypertek PurePlay Z5 – £129.00 NOW £69.00

the Lypertek PurePlay Z5 is ideal for those that want the best sound quality from their true wireless earphones. Having gained multiple awards for not just their impressive sound – the PurePlay Z5 is jam packed with features for a very favourable price.

The PurePlay Z5 are one of the best, if not the best, true wireless models for daily use. They have ANC, Ambient mode, wireless charging, accompanying app and more along with truly suburb sound quality for a low price.

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PLUS SO MUCH MORE!

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Cleer Roam Sport – Out Now!

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Cleer Audio has been on a great run this year with new product releases and the fun keeps going! Their new Roam Sport ANC Sports Earbuds are designed and built for those with active lifestyles. With a price set around £100 They are setting themselves up to to crack into the Sports Audio niche. Feature packed and full app support with a competitive price means Cleer have set themselves up to provide an affordable alternative to the market leader Beats Fit Pro. Watch this space!

Learn More Here! – Cleer Roam Sport

Features at a Glance

  • Active Noise Cancelling
  • Ambient Sound Control
  • IPX4 water resistance certified (earbuds only)
  • Touch Controls
  • Sound Personalization via Cleer+ App
  • Qucik charge – 5 min charge provides 1hr battery: Less than 2 hours for full charge
  • Bluetooth Version 5.2
  • Codecs, Aptx Adaptive, SBC

Cleer+ App

The Roam Sport is also compatible with the Cleer+ App for ultimate personalization. You can adjust the EQ, music playback, and customize the Touch control functions, device controls and receive firmware updates. The units powerful noise cancellation with custom filters provides the peace and tranquility you need wherever you go.

Designed for the Outdoors (and Indoors, of course!)

The lightweight compact design of Roam Sport allows for long listening sessions. The Freebit wing allows for a personalised, secure fit that locks the earbuds in place and they will not budge, no matter what you are up to (running, in the gym, mountain biking etc..)

The Roam Sports ANC is surperb and allows for the peace and tranquility you need wherever you go. On top of this, the Roam Sport also has an Ambient Awareness mode. This allows you to let the outside in so you can have a conversation without taking your earbuds out or hear the traffic around you.

“The new Roam Sport is geared for the active sports and exercise enthusiasts,” says Patrick Huang, CEO/President of Cleer Audio. “It is feature-rich and works great for answering calls and enjoying your favorite podcast and music track, whether jogging or working out in the gym.”

Avaliable via Hifiheadphones Soon!

More News about Cleer and their latest releases here

UX3000 wins big at Trusted Reviews Awards 2022

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The final UX3000 has won “Best Affordable Headphone 2022” from Trusted Reviews: “The Final UX3000 impressed during testing, delivering solid battery life, reliable ANC and wonderfully warm audio.”

See the award for yourself! Trusted Reviews 2022 Awards Page

Final UX3000 Trusted Reivews: Review

Final has delivered a splendid pair of affordable ANC headphones in the UX3000. Their rich, musical performance is easily one of the best at this price point, and noise cancellation is effective to keep everyday sounds out to hear your music without interruption. They’re short of smarts and features; but if all you want is a simple, unfussy pair of great-sounding headphones, then these come highly recommended.

Trusted Reviews Verdict: Final UX3000 Review

Impressive Features

  • Dynamic drivers deliver clear and accurate details with rich and vast soundstage
  • Works seamlessly with iOS and Android devices
  • Hybrid Active Noise-Cancelling System
  • High-performance microphones for crystal clear call quality
  • Bluetooth with Low Latency provides perfect wireless sound and stable connection
  • Multi-fit housing mechanism achieves perfect fit
  • Soft-textured coating with beautiful Shibo finish
  • Up to 35 hours of music playback
  • Foldable design for compact storage

Also check out our review of the UX3000 – Here’s what we had to say

We said:

The Final UX3000 ANC is a fantastic product for its price. Final have really worked their magic here. On top of a solid build quality, they are paired with great sound and effective ANC. With all this for under £120, it is simply remarkable. In addition to this, you also get fantastic mic quality, making this an absolute bargain. The UX3000 can be recommend to anyone looking for a reliable, great sounding portable over-ear headphone.

Oscar from Hifiheadphones

Still Interested? Read more and Buy your UX3000 directly from Hifiheadphones here. Use the code* TRUSTEDREVIEWS2022 at checkout to get an even more affordable price.

*while stocks last

PRE-ORDERS Open: Audeze MM-500

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The great news here is that after much fanfair, the MM-500 are now avaliable for pre-order & purchase with Hifiheadphones, Audeze or your local dealer!

AUDEZE MM-500

Pre-Order the AUDEZE MM-500 Now!

The MM-500 has been specifically designed to deliver studio-quality sound and have also been reimagined for mixes that translate well and capture the emotion the artist always intended. They have also been built and designed to offer all-day comfort. The planar magnetic drivers feature patented Audeze technologies to deliver lightning-fast transients and accurate frequency response that professionals really rely on. The MM-500’s low impedance and efficiency also ensure compatibility with virtually all audio interfaces and consoles.

‘Thanks for getting the MM-500 to me so quickly. I worked on them most of yesterday and I think they could be my favourite headphones. They have the imaging accuracy and punch of the LCD-5 and also the warmth and width of the Neumann ndh-30. Really liking them and will carry on working with them. I think they could be the perfect studio headphones.’

M Duplock purchased 15th August 2022

Key Features:

  • Specifically designed to deliver mixes that consistently translate well.
  • Like near-field monitors, they also remove your room from the equation and give you studio-quality sound anywhere
  • Durable, lightweight chassis featuring machined aluminum and spring steel
  • Compatible with virtually all audio interfaces or consoles
  • Designed in collaboration with award-winning producer/mixer Manny Marroquin

You can Pre-Order the New Audeze MM-500 Today!

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Interested in all things Audeze? Check out more news and reviews on our Blog here

Latest Final UX3000 Reviews & Awards are in!

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Check out the latest Final UX3000 awards and reviews below. Arguably this is the best ANC Wireless headphone of 2022!

The Awards (so far) !

TECHRADAR HONOURS UX3000: EDITORS’ CHOICE AWARD

“The Final UX3000 wireless over-ear headphones are either under-priced or over-achievers – either way, they demand a listen, thanks to their articulate sound and excellent specs.” – Full Review

T3 MAGAZINE CELEBRATES UX3000: PLATINUM AWARD

“The Final Audio UX3000 aren’t made for the ‘big bass at all costs’ brigade, but the rest of us can revel in serious, properly realised performance at a very agreeable price indeed.” – Full Review

HI-FI CHOICE REVIEWS UX3000: RECOMMENDED AWARD

“Noise-cancelling performance is excellent yet simply implemented. The soundstage is pretty special, and long-term wearability vies for top honours.”

Reviews and more praise below:

Trusted Reivews: “Final has delivered a splendid pair of affordable ANC headphones in the UX3000. Their rich, musical performance is easily one of the best at this price point, and noise cancellation is effective to keep everyday sounds out to hear your music without interruption. They’re short of smarts and features; but if all you want is a simple, unfussy pair of great-sounding headphones, then these come highly recommended” –Final UX3000 Review

Pocket Lint: ” you’ll struggle to do better without doubling your budget if superb noise cancellation and audio fidelity are at the top of your wish list.” – Full Review

Tech Power Up: “Compared to the few others I did check out to finish this review, the final UX3000 ends up having the best balance throughout.” – Full Review

Impressive Features

  • Dynamic drivers deliver clear and accurate details with rich and vast soundstage
  • Works seamlessly with iOS and Android devices
  • Hybrid Active Noise-Cancelling System
  • High-performance microphones for crystal clear call quality
  • Bluetooth with Low Latency provides perfect wireless sound and stable connection
  • Multi-fit housing mechanism achieves perfect fit
  • Soft-textured coating with beautiful Shibo finish
  • Up to 35 hours of music playback
  • Foldable design for compact storage

Check out our review – Here’s what we had to say

We said:

The Final UX3000 ANC is a fantastic product for its price. Final have really worked their magic here. On top of a solid build quality, they are paired with great sound and effective ANC. With all this for under £120, it is simply remarkable. In addition to this, you also get fantastic mic quality, making this an absolute bargain. The UX3000 can be recommend to anyone looking for a reliable, great sounding portable over-ear headphone.

Oscar from Hifiheadphones

Still Interested? Read more and Buy your UX3000 directly from Hifiheadphones here

CanJam London 2022: News, Sale and Best Headphones Guide

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CanJam London 2022

CanJam London 2022 Update: It’s that time of year again!

We are very excited to be attending CanJam London 2022 on July 30th and 31st at Park Plaza, Westminster Bridge.

We will of course be attending with some of our favourite brands and showcasing some of their amazing products. From new releases to old favourites, it is going to be a blast.

Undoubtably, this will be a CanJam to remember. Due to the Covid pandemic, we have been without the show for the last few years (check out our review/ interviews from the last one in 2019 here). We are absolutely frothing at the bit to get amongst the action again! Indeed, CanJam is the place to try all of the best headphones, earphones, DACs, AMPs, DAPs and IEMs under one roof with likeminded people. Obviously we are all there to discover how best to listen to our favourite recordings.

To celebrate, we are running a sale on our brands that are going to CanJam London 2022! Make sure to check out our sale page over on Hifiheadphones for big discounts for a limited time only:

Hifiheadphones CanJam London 2022 Sale

Not only is this a chance to try out these amazing products. It’s also your chance to meet the people behind your favourite brands. Here is a list of just a few brands attending CanJam London 2022:

Audeze, 64 Audio, Focal, HifiMan, Campfire Audio, final, Rupert Neve, Burson, Westone, Chord, Roon, dCS, Meze, Rosson Audio and many many more.

CanJam Sneak Peek Time with Important Updates

As a matter of fact, the reason for this is to give you an idea of what brands we will be representing at CanJam 2022. Below are also some of the products you can expect to see.

Audeze

Audeze are going big this year. In addition to six tables of goods (SIX!) showcasing lots of favourites, there is also a very special newcomer! On show will be LCD-5. CRBN, LCD-X, LCD-XC, LCD-3, LCD-2 Classic. Euclid, Penrose and the brand new MM-500. All products will be powered by some of the finest equipment from the likes of Chord, Burson, Weiss and Eksonic.

Campfire Audio

This year, Campfire Audio is all about the Trifecta! Don’t worry though. There will be enough for everyone to try this new, completely unique IEM from one of the most interesting audio brands of today. For those that want to try other legendary favourites, we will also have Andromeda, Holocene and Supermoon samples there too.

final / Hifonix

Also, our friends over at Hifonix will be showcasing the brand new final D8000 Pro Limited edition. In all of it’s stunning, goldlike lovlyness, it is going to be a crowd pelaser. Certainly make sure to make your way over to their table to check out this rare, majestic work of headphone art!

64 Audio

You can meet the 64 Audio team this year as well as and try some of their finest IEMs. Absolutely make sure to check out the U6t, DUO, U12t, Tia Fourte, U18s, Nio and even more (these are only the universals) from the worlds best pro and custom IEM specialists.

Burson

Burson will be supplying headphone amps and DACs to a number of our brands this year. So you will not only get the chance to try out their incredible products, they will be paired with some of the best headphones in the world!

Westone Audio

With the recent release of the MACH Series of IEMs. Westone Audio will be showcasing the full range at this years CanJam. This is a rare opportunity to test out all 8 models in this impressive and diverse line-up.

Lastly but not Finally..

To celebrate the return of CanJam London, we will also be having a special CanJam 2022 page setup on Hifiheadphones with exclusive offers on some of the best products showing at this years event. Be sure to check out the CanJam 2022 Special page on Hifiheadphones from 30th July to 1st August to get some amazing deals on the best audio gear out there!

Lypertek PurePlay Z5 award-winning wireless earbuds price drop

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Lypertek Summer Sale

Since its release, the Lypertek PurePlay Z5 has gained praise for its superior sound quality and range of impressive features – resulting in a number of awards and ‘recommended’ achievements. 

For this summer period, Lypertek has decided to roll out its first ever sale on the PurePlay Z5 with a massive summer deal! As of Monday 25th July, the price of the PurePlay Z5 will be reduced from £119 to £79! This offer will be available on Hifiheadphones and across all main platforms including Amazon (UK/US/EU), eBay and the Lypertek online store. The offer will carry on throughout the summer while stock lasts.

Not only is this the first time the PurePlay Z5 has gone on sale, this is also the biggest sale Lypertek has ever done. Here is a great chance for music lovers to grab one of the best ANC wireless earbuds out there at this incredible price for a limited time only.

Impressive Features

  • Driver: 10mm Dynamic Drivers
  • Battery: Up to 7 + 28 hours 
  • Audio Codecs: aptX / aptX Adaptive / AAC / SBC
  • Microphone: 3 microphones on each earbud with Hybrid ANC and cVc8.0 support
  • Chipset: Qualcomm QCC3046 / Bluetooth 5.2
  • Water Resistance Rating: IPX5

Check out our review – Here’s what we had to say

We said:

“The Lypertek PurePlay Z5 is one of the best, if not the best, true wireless models for daily use. They have ANC, Ambient mode, wireless charging, accompanying app and more. Add into the mix the superb sound quality and a fantastic low price. The sound is clean yet punchy, with great detail and layering without sounding boring. It’s also highly tuneable via the Lypertek app. The ANC is very effective on public transport, and the microphone quality is amongst the best we have used.”

Buy the Award-Winning PurePlay Z5 NOW for only £79*

*While stock lasts

Cleer Audio Release Arc True Wireless Earbuds

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Cleer Audio Release Arc True Wireless Earbuds – these allow you to enjoy spatial awareness whilst listening on-the-go.

Open ear wireless earbuds do not completely cover your ear, which means that you are still able to hear the world around you. This is often a more comfortable fit. Earbuds that are placed directly in your ear will offer a degree of noise-cancelling functionality, so when it comes to choosing between the two, it will most likely boil down to whether or not you want to hear the outside world. For safety reasons, being able to hear the world around you is a good thing, depending on where you’re wearing the buds of course.

Impressive battery life, water resistance and booming sound are all housed in flexible open-ear true wireless earbuds with a secure fit to ensure that you have the best possible sound experience.

Let’s take a look at some of the features:

• Open-ear true wireless earbuds design with flexible fit to ensure that the earbuds fit comfortable without blocking out environmental sounds.

• Uninterrupted sound by directing high-quality audio into your ear to ensure powerful sound without compromising on sacrificing spatial awareness. You can listen to your favourite music and podcasts while still being in tune and connected to the world around you.

• Durable water-resistant design with IPX4 certified sweatproof and water-resistant rating to help you power through intense workouts. You’ll also never need to worry about a little bit of rain getting in the way of listening to your favourite audio.

• Dynamic audio for powerful sound delivered with ARC’s 16.2mm neodymium drivers, designed to beam audio toward your ears without sacrificing volume and bass.

• Long-lasting battery life is able to last 7 hours on a single charge. The charging-pad integrated carrying case also makes charging your Cleer ARC earbuds a whole lot more convenient.

• Easy to use touch controls make adjusting the volume, playing, and pausing and skipping tracks a lot simpler. You can also use them to take calls and access your phone’s virtual assistant.

• Customizable with the Cleer+ App to personalize controls, update the device and adjust the EQ as well as music playback.

Cleer Release

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Westone MACH Series Release

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Westone Audio release their new MACH series, a comprehensive range starting with an entry level single BA driver, right up to an 8-driver model. MACH is the latest in sound engineering that is bridging the gap between professional performance products and a product for the truest of music lovers. With its unique ergonomic fit, MACH is a product for everyday use and enjoyment.

All the new MACH models come with the T2 connector from Linum, and all of them come with Linum cables too. These are substantially better than older MMCX connectors and are more durable in a wide range of environments.

The MACH10 is a single BA model with a focus on detail, the sound signature is flat and accurate and using them with foam tips will make the sound a little more “natural”. This is the entry level model and is suited to those who don’t want an overly coloured sound.

The MACH20 is more balanced sounding with more neutral bass than Mach10, however they do have a slightly mid-forward sound that brings vocals and guitars into focus. Again they have aimed for a clear and detailed sound with the first two models.

The MACH30 changes this a little, with a more energetic sound signature – they have a subtle lift in the bass and some upper midrange forwardness. This leads to a slightly more fun, yet still well balanced sound signature.

The MACH40 goes for a warmer sound, one for those who enjoy full bodied and organic sound, the mid-bass has added punch whilst the mids and treble take a step back. They also have a slightly more direct sound, the soundstage is more focussed and less open than some other models in the series.

The MACH50 goes for a smooth, open and natural sound – it doesn’t have any fatigue inducing traits and focuses on an organic presentation that is the perfect “everyday” earphone. It has a slightly forgiving sound that doesn’t make poor recordings sound bad, this could be quite the hit for many people.

MACH60 has reference-like characteristics but with ever so slightly elevated bass and treble, the soundstaging is very holographic and these offer up a wide and balanced sound. The treble is crisp, the midrange is smooth and natural and the bass has great punch, a superb all-rounder.

MACH70 has been made with a mild W-shaped signature, with great mid-bass punch, well presented midrange and effortless treble, these are punchy and fun yet well controlled and resolving. The soundstaging again being a highlight with their open sound and excellent separation.

MACH80 is the flagship model in this range, and it’s tuned to be an audio tool. Westone state the Mach80 has no obvious colouration, it is designed to be a flat sounding reference model.

This range looks quite interesting with plenty of different sound signatures to suit different tastes – we can also expect excellent comfort, as this is one area where Westone always do well. We have all of these ready to demo, so book an appointment to be one of the first to hear this new range of earphones.

Available to order NOW

JDS Labs Brand Story

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This is the JDS Labs Brand Story, they are known for creating objectively neutral headphone amps that don’t cost a fortune, with humble beginnings they have gone from strength to strength over the last 15 years.

John Seaber founded JDS Labs in 2007 in his college bedroom, disappointed in lack of power from his iPod, and the mediocre bass response from his headphones, he hacked Chu Moy’s open source (cMoy) portable headphone amp design and added a bass boost circuit. He started building these and selling them on eBay as the cMoyBB – this was the birth of JDS Labs as we know it. John now holds a BSEE from Missouri S&T and is still the lead electronics engineer on all JDS Labs designs, he works with a team of talented developers and fellow audio enthusiasts.

Fully built cMoy BB:

JDS Labs designed a few portable amps in the early years, the C421 was an excellent portable amp that was well received within the community, later they released the C5 and C5D which included an internal DAC too. All of these were slim portable amps at a time where using a source with an amp strapped to it was all the rage (the golden years of portable audio if you wish).

JDS Labs C421 – came with either AD8620 or OPA2227 op-amps installed for different sound signatures:

In 2011 “NwAvGuy” created the design of the Objective2 Headphone amplifier – there was however growing dissonance between this blogger and the HiFi community. JDS Labs decided however to fully support the Objective2 amplifier and helped secure its position as the face of the objective movement. This gamble paid off, JDS Labs tripled in size within a year due to the popularity of the Objective2 and ODAC models, moving out of a basement and in to a much larger office space. In just a year, JDS Labs moved again to a larger space and set up CNC machining facilities to help keep up with the growing demand for their products.

Fast forward and JDS Labs have cemented themselves as a top player in the Headphone amplifier and DAC market – releasing the Element line that is gorgeous to look at, measures well and is a pleasure to use, along with their Atom line which are more basic in terms of looks, but still provide that JDS Labs signature sound that is neutral and linear. The Atom Amp for example quickly became the go-to headphone amp recommendation at it’s price point, offering up leading benchmark performance for an affordable price.

JDS Labs Atom Amp+:

JDS Labs Atom Amp+

In 2020 COVID19 hit – and it hit hard – JDS Labs had to battle with supply chain issues which delayed the release of the Atom DAC. They invested deeper in to robotic automation too, which helped keep up with the manufacturing side of things as the company continued to grow – new CNC machinery helped triple their manufacturing productivity. To top all this off there was a fire at the AKM factory – the supplier of DAC chips used in JDS Labs products. This led to JDS Labs acquiring an Audio Precision ApX555 audio analyzer that has allowed them to redesign their digital products in record time.

JDS Labs are an innovative company, they have an excellent team behind them along with a solid product lineup – they are also known to have some of the best customer support in the industry. All their products are engineered, machined and assembled at their facilities in Collinsville, IL, USA.

Full history: https://jdslabs.com/true-performance

The LDS Labs lineup currently consists of:

Atom Amp+ Headphone Amplifier

Atom DAC+ Optical and USB DAC

EL Amp II+ Headphone Amplifier

EL DAC II+ Optical, Coaxial and USB DAC

JDS Labs Element III Headphone Amplifier with built in DAC

Campfire Audio Release Supermoon Planar CIEM

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Campfire Release a Solid-body Custom-Fit In-Ear Monitor featuring a new custom Planar Magnetic Driver

Campfire have released the Supermoon, a Planar Magnetic custom IEM; they are a brand that often takes risks, be it in design or sound signature. It is notoriously hard to make a small planar sound good, and offering it in a custom fit earphone makes it even more interesting, Campfire Audio have done this so they can optimise the performance of the driver for each individuals ear shape.

Campfire Audio have tuned the Supermoon to sound coherent and balanced, but I would not say they are a studio neutral sounding earphone, with a mild sub-bass lift and effortless treble they are mildly u-shaped without making vocals sound recessed. We have a demo set in universal fit, so book an appointment if you want to hear these (they will also be at CanJam London).

Campfire Audio offer two different fit options, artist-fit and audiophile-fit, with artist fit offering up a more traditional deeper fit and audiophile offering up a more comfortable fit due to a shorter nozzle, perfect for long listening sessions.

Campfire Audio use a unique Solid-Body design – When crafting the solid body of the earphone, the design is 3D printed as a single component before being meticulously hand-finished. Putting the work into the earphone design before the print means the only moving part in Supermoon is the diaphragm. This also means that the earphones you will receive will be a robust and reliable partner.

Full Details HERE

Buy them now: https://www.hifiheadphones.co.uk/products/campfire-audio-supermoon

Periodic Audio Release new IEMs

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Periodic Audio release new models: Periodic have always been an interesting company – they opt to do things differently to most and approach audio in a scientific way, using different diaphragm coatings to help tune the sound.

This has led them to acquire quite a following and those who have heard their creations often thoroughly enjoy them. This new Periodic Audio release shows a new range that includes a detachable cable which uses a mono 2.5mm jack into each earpiece along with cosmetic changes. The new housing is super lightweight and they use a conventional straight down cable which many users prefer.

The Periodic Audio house sound is one that is energetic and punchy, and their single dynamic drivers can dig deep when asked to, however they manage to be very detailed and open sounding at the same time. This leads to a really engaging listening experience, and one that is perfectly suited to daily use.

Periodic Audio are also offering silver plated cables for the new earphones, this cable will bring out a little more control and clarity – if you haven’t heard of Periodic Audio yet we suggest you check them out to see and hear what they are all about.

The whole range has been updated, and can be found HERE

Oriveti OV800 – Product Release

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The Oriveti OV800 brings the incredible sound of O800 but adds switches to allow users to tailor the sound to their liking.

The OV800 are handmade, this means there is a high level of attention to detail and each set are a masterpiece. The driver setup consists of 2x BA woofers, 4x BA midrange drivers and 2x BA tweeters. The woofers are from Knowles while the mid and high BA drivers have been produced in-house to Oriveti’s desired specifications. This is impressive, and has allowed Oriveti to really tune the sound of the OV800 to their specification.

The OV800 come with all-new stained wood faceplates, these look incredible in person and are sure to stand out in your collection. The new 8-wire SPC cable is supple and comfortable in use and elevates the sound too. The port on the earphones alleviates listening fatigue along with improving the soundstage, with out impacting the excellent isolation these provide.

The sound is tuned to be smooth and resolving, much like the O800, but this time Oriveti have incorporated tuning switches. These allow you to add a little more sub-bass presence for a warmer sound, or a little added treble brightness for increased presence and clarity. You can also turn both of these on for a slightly more v-shaped sound signature – so you can choose what you personally prefer.

You’ll be able to own a pair very soon: https://www.hifiheadphones.co.uk/products/oriveti-ov800-eight-drivers-balanced-armature-iem-earphones-with-sound-mode-switch-and-detachable-cable?