Lypertek Pureplay Z3 2.0: At £99 these earphones are impossible to ignore. Renowned for their superior sound quality, the new iteration of the Z3 is bursting with new features. Lypertek in general is emerging from the crowded TWS market on top, even having been recently reccomend as “Audio Brand of the Year 2021“.
The Original Lypertek PurePlay Z3 came onto the scene in 2019 with a bang, quickly achieving numerous awards and was widely considered to be the best true wireless for under £100/$100. With these new updates, Lypertek has managed to take everything that made the Z3 a success and improve on it by bringing new technology and features to an already impressive package. Using the latest Qualcomm QCC3040 chipset provides the Lypertek PurePlay Z3 2.0 with Bluetooth 5.2, extremely low-power performance, TrueWireless Mirroring for enhanced connectivity and improved call quality thanks to the cVc 8.0 audio technology.
Let’s get onto the reviews then. Tech Rader has recently included Lypertek’s Pureplay Z3 2.0 in their buying guide for “Best true wireless earbuds”. They praise the price to feature & sound quality ratio. “Detailed balanced sound, a whopping 80 hours total battery life from its petite USB-C charging case. It is a comfortably fitting bud with physical buttons and has wireless charging. It also has a powerful new LDX Audio mode, improved app functionality and a hear through ambient mode.”
There are many more recent reviews for the Pureplay Z3 2.0 and we have selected a few for further reading/watching. You can read headfonics trusted, detailed analysis of the Pureplay Z3 2.0 here. If watching videos is more your thing, then check out EBPMAN’s youtube review of the Pureplay Z3 2.0, including an in depth audio test here.
The PurePlay Z3 is also fully compatible with Lyperteks PureControl app. Their app allows you to benefit from refined LDX Audio™ sound quality. You can also Adjust your listening experience with the high quality EQ and supplied presets. The app also has a Hear-Through mode and the ability to customise button controls. Not only this, you can also effortlessly upgrade firmware and prevent losing your earphones with the new ‘Find My Earbud’ feature.
Do not forget to check out all of our reviews and news of Lypertek’s products throughout our blog!
The Final E500 are the perfect partner for portable use and gaming, for a low price you get exceptionally smooth and refined sound quality backed up by a comfortable fit.
Fit and Comfort
The E500 body is slim and made of plastic, this means it is lightweight yet strong. The included tips are the Final Type-e ones which are excellent and once you find the right size you can wear these for hours. The cable is a little on the thin side, but it seems sturdy and also aids in providing a comfortable fit.
Compatibility
16Ohm impedance and 98dB Sensitivity mean that this earphone will be driven easily out of portable devices and you should get plenty of volume for on the go use. They are not picky with what you connect them to, be it a mobile phone or a games console the sound quality stays the same.
Sound Quality
Bass: The bass is quite linear and very well controlled on the E500, with good punch and extension but never sounding overblown or out of place. If you are looking for a bass heavy earphone, I would not recommend the E500. However they do have a smooth tonality overall which is easy to listen to. It doesn’t really matter what you throw at the E500, they handle it with grace and never become muddy or bloated. Midrange: The sheer amount of detail present in the midrange surpasses what the £19.99 price would suggest. These are billed as VR and Gaming earphones but they are also great for watching ASMR content. This is due to their smooth and realistic portrayal of voices and sounds, along with excellent spatial accuracy allowing you to easily pinpoint where sounds are coming from. Vocal lovers will really enjoy the E500. Treble: Again a smooth performance in the treble region but with enough extension and presence to keep things interesting and never dull. It tapers off over 10kHZ but offers enough air and space that really does help when it comes to the soundstage and stereo imaging of the E500. Overall the treble region is quite flat, devoid of nasty fatiguing spikes.
Gaming performance is a highlight of the E500. Final are aiming the E500 at VR and gaming enthusiasts and I will say they are right to do so. Usually a wearer of full-size open back headphones for gaming, I took the E500 for a spin playing Battlefield V on PC. I was not prepared for a £19.99 pair of earphones to provide such accurate spatial feedback. You can hear exactly where bullets are coming from, footsteps are pinpoint accurate and they give a very honest and detailed sound.
Frequency Chart
Below we have the frequency response graph. As you can see the E500 is very smooth overall with very little in the way of dips and peaks. The slight slope down into the midrange is normal as this is where the human ear is most sensitive. You can also see there is little to no peaks in the treble contributing to their even and smooth sound signature.
Looking for an affordable, wireless on-ear set of headphones? The SoundMAGIC P23BT might just be perfect for you, with impressive sound quality and easy to use design they are quite the bargain.
Fit and Comfort
Here we review the new SoundMAGIC P23BT, an on-ear model which are compact in size and lightweight too. They will fit well over a wide range of head sizes due to a good amount of adjustment in the arms and the clamping force is just enough to provide a secure fit without inducing any discomfort.
Comfort is good, with the right amount of clamp to provide a secure yet comfortable fit I had no issues with the P23BT during longer listening sessions. The earpads are soft and provide ample cushioning, the headband has minimal padding but due to their weight this didn’t seem to cause any issues for me.
Features
The P23BT use bluetooth 5.0, a little behind most modern devices that use 5.2 but they do have the benefit of aptX HD / SBC and AAC codec compatibility. They use a 40mm dynamic driver and have an incredible battery life of roughly 54-60hrs of music playback, or 39-45hrs talk time, these are not a headphone you will find yourself needing to charge very often.
They don’t have ANC, instead rely on passive isolation, which is good enough for most daily use. These work wired too and come with a high quality boom mic attached to the analogue cable – this is a brilliant feature that makes them perfect for home office use too. We found that making sure there is no microphone boosting in the windows sound settings worked the best in terms of voice quality – but once set up the quality is excellent for video and voice calls when connected to a PC. These really are very versatile, and the boom mic is not something you see very often when it comes to this kind of product.
Playback controls are really easy to get the hand of, they use a touch pad on the left earcup and a simple double tap will pause the music, swipe up for volume up, down for volume down. Swipe forwards and backwards to skip tracks, you can also answer calls and activate voice assistant too. Call quality over bluetooth is perfectly acceptable in most environments but they are not the best for noisy outdoor calls.
Sound
Bass:
The P23BT is a well balanced headphone with just the right amount of warmth, body and punch down low to keep them engaging and enjoyable without overwhelming the rest of the sound. These are not bassy, they will not appeal to those who want a bass heavy sound, but those who want a daily headphone that works well with a multitude of genres will be happy with their sound and presentation. These do handle EQ well so if you do want a bit more punch, they can deliver, but out of the box they offer up a really enjoyable sound. The 40mm drivers can dig deep when needed, and hit hard too, but they are tuned in such a way that they do all of this with poise and control and never sound muffled or bloated.
Midrange:
Due to the controlled low end, the P23BT actually has a very well presented midrange for a budget, more consumer oriented product. This means that those who enjoy vocal and guitars to sit and and central in the mix will really enjoy the P23BT – these don’t follow the typical v-shaped sound that many consumer models have, this means you get to hear more in your favourite tracks. The bass does a good job at not bleeding into the midrange, which allows the P23BT to sound surprisingly well separated and detailed for the price. .
Treble:
Surprisingly well refined up top, these have a crisp and clean treble presentation but with a smooth transition from the upper midrange into the lower treble they are also not harsh or sibilant. There is a bit of a peak slightly higher up the range, but it’s not really fatiguing and tends to only show up on less well recorded music. There is good detail and extension up top, and the presence is good leaving them with a very pleasing tonal balance overall, never sounding dull. You do have to remember these are only £50, but for that price you get really impressive treble, normally you get muffled and splashy cymbals, instead of crisp and easy to distinguish and place crashes.
Soundstaging and Genres
The P23BT are not masters of soundstaging, but that’s ok, they are on-ears and have quite a direct presentation but instruments are still easy to place within the limited soundstage.
These are a great all rounder, their balanced yet slightly punch sound signature makes rock and pop sound engaging, yet these have enough detail and finesse to render acoustic and jazz brilliantly.
Who are they for?
The general listener who wants good sound quality at a modest price
Everyday users wanting a feature packed yet quality bluetooth headphone they can use at work and on the go
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Audeze Penrose: The Penrose are a very versatile and comfortable headset. They have 2 versions witch are optimised for PC, Xbox & Playstation. Overall the gaming experience with the Penrose is superb, with excellent spatial accuracy and immersion. Match that with good comfort and you have all the key features of a great gaming headset.
p.s (they also do a great job for music listening)
The Penrose is equipped with Audeze’s 100mm planar magnetic drivers, a high-performance microphone, and a 2.4 GHz low-latency lossless dual wireless connection. This means gamers can experience the best in audio quality and wireless functionality at the same time. With the Audeze HQ App, you can fully customize your sound experience. With sound profile selection and presets as well as a a brand new 10-band EQ specifically for Penrose.
Get Your Game On
Make sure you check out the full listing and product breakdown on audeze.co.uk here.
T3 is very enthusiatic about the qualities of the Penrose: “This is a headset that’s really well put together, with no hint of cheapness or flimsiness anywhere. It feels like a piece of hardware that’s going to last a long time. While it’s robust, the Audeze Penrose headset is also comfortable to wear, and you’ll have no problems wearing this for an extended period of time while you’re gaming. The on-board controls are all easily accessible and intuitive to use, too. It’s the audio quality that really sets the Audeze Penrose headset apart though. Even though there’s no surround sound feature, the special planar magnetic drivers that Audeze has developed do a wonderful job. You can use the headset connected to your computer or wirelessly, and if you choose the latter you get about 15 hours of battery life before you’ll have to recharge the device again.”
JDS Labs Atom+ Stack: Many of us are already well acquainted with JDS Labs because of their widely popular and affordable DACs & AMPs that they design and build. Luckily for us, they recently updated their most affordable Atom line. Now known as the Atom Amp+ & the Atom DAC+ Headfonia checks out what is under the “hood”.
Message from JDS Labs: “We do not release new hardware for the sake of release schedules or corporate goals. In fact, this announcement was not on our roadmap and JDS Labs is doing well without the need to grab your attention. Of tens of thousands of Atom stack owners, virtually no one has asked for more performance. Alas, we’ve continuously improved…. (Rest of the statement can be reached here)
Headfonia really enjoys the updated Atom (now Atom+) Stack. Their conclusion “JDS Labs continues to develop the Atom line consistently every passing year. Just when I was about to say how much better it could get, they continue to surprise me by finding something to improve. Of course, this makes me very happy because there are not many alternatives in this price range. Especially any that offer this kind of performance. Thanks to the rising prices, the number of desktop products under $100 is decreasing steadily. It is truly admirable that JDS is still defending the sub-100 castle. I hope they continue to do so because the Atom+ stack offers an excellent price to performance ratio.”
You can read their full review of the Atom+ stack here.
Back of the DAC+
Oscar really enjoys the products from JDS Labs, check out his review of the previous version of the Atom Stack here.
64 Audio U6t: Finally 64 Audio are now offering their most popular custom IEM in universal form. With a smooth and balanced sound that makes it a superb everyday earphone for most listeners and with an attractive price point (in 64 Audio terms!), it is sure to be a hit with the masses and Audiophiles alike.
The 64 Audio U6t harnesses their apex technology that relives inner ear pressure whilst also allowing a certain amount of noise through. In turn, this also tunes the sound slightly. The U6t comes with the m20, m15 and mX modules, which offer -20dB/-15dB and -10dB of noise reduction respectively. The more isolation, the more lower bass response and warmer the sound signature too. As well as along with minor variations in soundstaging, the more open being the more open sounding etc.
Headfonics has gone all in on their U6t review. Their conclusion “Whilst not the ultimate in terms of resolution, the U6t is a substantial upgrade over the original A6 I reviewed back in 2016. It has a very likable and easy to pair sound signature that plays well with modern rock and pop.” Their review also compares the U6t to 64 Audio’s Trio, Nio and the A6. This is a very analytical review, even exploring the different sound signatures produced by the different Apex Modules provided. You can read it in full here.
Oscar is a massive fan of 64 Audio. You can check out many of his reviews here! If videos are more your thing then we have you covered too. Check out our many video reviews of 64 audio products here.
The 64 Audio Duo is possibly the best all-rounder UIEM in it’s price range. With a neutral and natural sound that is open and easy to enjoy.
Fit and Comfort
64 Audio’s Duo shares the same shell shape as the rest of their universal line-up. However the faceplate is now a grill design instead of having the usual Apex module. This is due to the Apex Core technology implemented. The shape of the housing will fit most people well and once you settle on the right size of eartip they provide a secure fit for hours of listening.
Comfort is great due to the shape of the housing, insertion depth and also the new cable which is more flexible and comfortable than previous versions. One thing that I find massively contributes to 64 Audio’s comfort is the Apex modules/core as these relieve any internal pressure which creates a lot less listening fatigue when compared to fully sealed designs.
Compatibility
Whilst the Duo is a low impedance and high sensitivity IEM, they are also a relatively high-end earphone. Therefore they should be paired with a source that is able to bring the best out in them. This means they pair best with proper DAP’s and DAC/Amp combo’s rather than being driven solely by a mobile phone.
Features
64 Audio have included some new tech in the Duo. It uses a hybrid setup featuring a single Dynamic driver and single tia BA driver. The tia driver is a tubeless balanced armature driver. Which in turn allows the sound to travel more freely with less distortion. New to the Duo is the already mentioned Apex Core. Instead of using Apex modules like the rest of their line-up, the Duo isn’t tunable and has an open back style design. This leaves the shell open to the outside atmosphere allowing for a less fatiguing and more natural sound.
Next up is Wave Sync, this is direct from 64 Audio: “Due to the high crossover point between the two drivers, Wave Sync was developed to ensure coherence; another industry first. By using a type of “all-pass” filter, we’re able to introduce a crossover while correcting for time without having to change the physical distance between the drivers.”
All these features focus on making the sound more natural, effortless and distortion free. It’s great to see a company still innovating and finding solutions to problems. The Duo still isolate -12dB from outside noise so they are suitable for outdoor use, they just won’t isolate as much as full sealed designs.
Sound
Bass
64 Audio have long been kings of getting really impressive bass from balanced armatures, but they don’t do a lot of hybrid designs. The Duo is using a single dynamic driver down low which gives you a slightly different presentation than most BA models. Here we have a full and articulate low end that digs deep when needed but that can also keep up with complex mixes too. It has that signature dynamic tonality whilst never sounding slow. There is physicality in the punch, and warmth overall that is really pleasant. I would say these lean towards having a slightly more physical punchy sound over one that focusses more on sub-bass warmth. But the great thing here is that they do both well without encroaching on the midrange.
EDM tracks have plenty of drive down low, yet they still have control and articulation for faster rock and metal. Tonally these really hit the mark down low too with a realistic portrayal of bass frequencies.
Midrange
There isn’t any artificial boosting of the midrange on these. They have a linear lower-midrange which allows male vocals to cut through the mix with ease and little influence from the bass. Moving through the midrange there is great separation and layering. The centre image is very focussed and you can hear each layer of the recording with ease. The upper midrange is also superbly done, having enough bite to allow detail to cut through, without a boost to make them sound peaky or artificial.
The Duo have an open and natural midrange. It doesn’t matter if you are listening to acoustic or heavy rock, they just work well.
Treble
The tia drivers that 64 Audio use are renowned for their effortless presentation and resolution. And the Duo are no different. They have a little forwardness at times but due to their tonality it never comes across as harsh or bright. There is plenty of air and extension up top, but it is refined and never brash. They don’t try and impress you with too much presence. Instead they let the resolving and refined nature of them win you over. These are open and natural. There isn’t any metallic tone to the treble. Or glare for that matter. But this is done without muting the treble and making the Duo sound subdued or dull. These are still exciting and dynamic overall.
Genres and Soundstaging
The Duo are a remarkable all-rounder in my opinion. They do well with genres across the board due to having a relatively linear and balanced sound. The Duo has the punch required for EDM, and tactility for metal and subtlety for jazz/acoustic. They also sound very open and natural, making you want to listen more and more.
The soundstaging is great. These are sort of open back so they do have that benefit, but the sound is expansive yet very well focussed. The soundstaging is accurate and places instruments right where they should be. The sound is very whole and never sound diffuse or detached.
Who are they for?
People wanting a complete and natural sound without breaking the bank.
Those looking for a cheaper everyday alternative to TOTL models without sacrificing much in terms of sound
Interested in all things 64 Audio? Check out more news and reviews here.
Cleer Roam NC : A budget active noise cancelling earphone that is perfect for when you are “on the go”. Lets face it, the market is currently flooded with True Wireless earphones. However, most affordable TWS earbuds normally eschew higher end specs. At just shy of £60, the Cleer Roam NC has tried to break this mould by packing as much tech and many features into them as possible for its price point. Cleerly separating them above the rest of the pack.(See what I did there?)
The Cleer Roam NC is fitted with 5.8mm custom tuned dynamic drivers designed by Cleer’s acoustic lab. Their noise cancelling feature blocks noise up to 25dB for distraction free listening. You can control noise cancellation and ambient aware levels and also customize the controls of the buds with the Cleer+ App. The Roam NC offers a new way to experience, afford and own True Wireless earphones with Active Noise Cancelling technology.
Forbes is loving the Cleer Roam NC and has awarded them their best budget choice for Android devices: They conclude with stating “The Clear Roam NC have a dynamic and punchy sound with a tone that is well balanced and with good volume levels. So If you want a pair of ANC earbuds for use with your Android smartphone or tablet. These could be your best bet.”. Check out the full list here: Five Affordable True Wireless Earbuds
Do not forget to check out all of our reviews and new of Cleers products throughout our blog!
SoundMagic E11C earphones are still peaking in buying guides for earphones despite being first released years ago! What Hi*fi still rates them highly, that’s for sure. Coming 1st in their best cheap headphones 2021 guide and 3rd in their guide for best headphones under £100. It just goes to show that quality products do not always need to cost an arm and a leg! How can you improve on “perfection?”
Our Own Review of the SoundMAGIC E11C? “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. A truly impressive earphone for the price and in our opinion the new budget king.” – This was 3 1/2 years ago and still rings true today!
What more is there to say? What Hi*Fi concludes: “Considering the price, the SoundMAGIC E11C are nothing short of a miracle. If you’re on a budget, we have no hesitation in recommending them most heartily. What are you waiting for?” Check out What Hi-Fi’s newest budget buying guides here and here and go see for yourself!
If you would like more information on the product then check out SoundMAGIC’s online shop here: SoundMAGIC Headphones
Finally, there is plenty more information on many of SoundMAGIC’s products throughout our blog!
It’s been 5 years since Etymotic released its flagship model, The ER4-XR. The EVO is Etymotic’s first ever multi-driver earphone. AV Forums have spent time with Etymotic’s newest creation and are enthusiastic with the results. The Evo, they claim, “is a very accomplished earphone that warrants enthusiastic Recommendation”.
Integrating three balanced armature drivers into a specially designed acoustic module, Etymotic claims that the EVO gives the truest sound stage and sound signature you will ever hear.
AV Forums review is brief and concise. In addition, they analyse the performance of the Evo in a very easy to read, roundabout way. Their justification for giving the Etymotic Evo a “Recommended” award can be seen here: Evo Review
If you want something a bit more epic in terms of word count and analysis breakdown, then do not hesitate in reading Ryan Soo’s engaging review of the Evo from Everyday Listening. That is accessed here: Etymotic Evo- Time Capsule
Oscar seems to agree. “Etymotic have done a brilliant job with the Evo. It still retains that signature Etymotic clarity and control yet adds body, widens the soundstage and increases the dynamics. In addition, this is a superb everyday IEM that fits securely and is very well built too. For those who enjoyed the XR series from Etymotic, The Evo should be considered if you are looking for a step up in the IEM world.” His full review of the Evo is here.
The Final A-series is a group of products created in the pursuit of “Transparent Sound”. This all began with the introduction of their highly praised flagship model, the A8000. Read on for Ear-Fidelity’s reviews for Finals recent additions to the lineup, the A4000 & A3000.
It is a known secret that both the Final A3000 and A4000 are IEM’s that perform way above their price points. Priced at £100 and £120, you really are getting more than you pay for.
With their generalised overview easing you in Ear-Fidelity goes into mighty detail with their reviews on the Final A-Series. Likewise, they even offer direct comparisons to really get your head around what they offer.
Comparing to the A4000, they conclude; “Just like with the A3000, the A4000 proves to push itself further than its asking price. The A4000 provides the listener with more bass engagement, a clean and presentable midrange. Above all, a highly detailed treble rendering.” The A4000 has even made it into Matz’s own recommended list!
The A3000 and A4000 aim to “Deliver astonishingly natural sound with each sound image vividly localising over the comfortable and spatially spread low-range sound. The fine touch of the guitar and delicate vibrato of vocals can be clearly distinguished. You can get the feel of the fine nuance of musical tracks, and so new inspiration is borne even from a familiar playlist.”
Lastly, there are plenty of other reviews for many beautiful Final products on our site. You can check each and every single one out here: Final Reviews
Caleb Rosenau has sat down with The Curiosity Project once more. But this time for a chat about Campfire Audios high end IEMs, The Andromeda, The Ara and The Solaris.
The Ara is an earphone well suited for the audiophile and reference listener
As the title states, Campfire Audios Caleb Rosenau has sat down with Omar once more to broaden his musical horizons.
“As part of Omars IEM journey Caleb suggested it was a good idea to have a listen to their highest end products. It didn’t take a lot of convincing for me. Brew a cup and join Omar and Caleb for a chat about high-end IEMs. What goes in to making them and what kind of audio experience can you expect for a £1500 IEM.”
Without further ado, the whole podcast can be listened to via Spotify here.
The Andromeda 2020: Their newest version allows you to enjoy a refined musical presentation, with clarity and resolution that can’t be missed
Oscar and John have obviously also spent some time with many Campfire Audio models. You can read Johns review of the Andromeda here and Oscars of the Solaris here. If videos are more your thing then we also have you covered! We have video reviews of all models on our youtube channel here.
Cleer Roam NC : A budget active noise cancelling earphone that is perfect for when you are “on the go”. Lets face it, the market is currently flooded with True Wireless earphones. However, most affordable TWS earbuds normally eschew higher end specs. At just shy of £60, the Cleer Roam NC has tried to break this mould by packing as much tech and many features into them as possible for its price point. Cleerly separating them above the rest of the pack.
The Roam NC is fitted with 5.8mm custom tuned dynamic drivers designed by Cleer’s acoustic lab. Their noise cancelling feature blocks noise up to 25dB for distraction free listening. You can control noise cancellation and ambient aware levels and also customize the controls of the buds with the Cleer+ App. The Roam NC offers a new way to experience, afford and own True Wireless earphones with Active Noise Cancelling technology.
Whatgadget’s review of the Roam NC is very matter of fact. Focusing on the price, it’s total weight (55.4 grams!) and their overall functionality. It is an easy read that goes straight to the point. Giving the Roam NC 4.25/5, make sure to read Whatgadgets review in full here: Cleer Roam NC Review
“$59 For All Of THIS?!” – If Videos are more your thing, then do not miss New Stuff TV’s video review – He exclaims how Cleer “manage to cram in ANC, adjustable ambient sound, app support with EQ, full touch controls and brilliant sound I to a a $59.99 price tag!” A video full of worthy puns, if you have a spare 9 minutes it is well worth the watch.
Finally, Jabba reviews has also gone all in on the Cleer Roam NC. Their conclusion “Overall, the Cleer ROAM NC Noise Cancelling True Wireless Earbuds have the natural sound and coherence of a single driver and provide the sort of listening experience that you want on the go. These are clearly an IEM designed for active use, rather than quiet, dedicated listening. They have a V-shaped, fun sound, and feel robust enough to just chuck in a pocket or bag and forget about until needed. A great little product.” You can read their review here.
Finally, there is plenty more information on all of Cleers products throughout our blog!
The Audeze Euclid, a planar magnetic, closed back IEM has recently been doing the rounds in the reviewing world. One stop on the tour has been at TechPowerUP. This is just one of the places where the Euclid has been rigorously tested and extensively reviewed. Deservedly, the Euclid ended up with their coveted “Innovation” award. On top of this the Euclid has also been praised for “fantastic overall performance” and unique design. It has been admired for its “understated finish, which lets the build quality and colour palette shine through naturally.”
These IEM’s really are technological wonder. Audeze asserts that their Euclid delivers: “superior detail retrieval and sonic accuracy with a soundstage and dynamic range so robust you’ll forget you’re listening to a closed-back in-ear.” They go on to exclaim: “The extra-large 18mm single planar magnetic driver has no crossovers, resulting in superior cohesion across the entire frequency spectrum. Euclid is engineered for an incredible 105 dB/mW efficiency and a max SPL well over 120dB*, giving it the highest dynamic range of any in-ear in its category.” You can watch a short video showing the technology packed into these IEMs here.
TechpowerUP’s review of the Audeze Euclid goes beyond 7000 words! It is effectively broken down into 7 chapters which are: Introduction. Packaging + Accessories. Closer Examination (of everything that comes in the box). Fit, Comfort & Audio Performance (including frequency measurements). A note on listening fatigue (where the author claims the Euclid is the least fatiguing set of IEMs that he has ever listened too). Value & Conclusion as well as a forum discussion at the end, inviting questions and further discussion. The overall analysis is adept and insanely detailed. Make sure to read TechPowerUps’s review in full here: Audeze Euclid Review.
It’s been 5 years since Etymotic released its flagship model, The ER4-XR. Their latest model, the EVO, is the company’s first multi-driver earphone and quite clearly the next “evolution” in their sound design. Etymotic proudly claims that the EVO is the culmination of 30 years of earphone engineering and research technology. Brian from Super*Review gets his hands on a set to find out more…
By integrating three balanced armature drivers into a specially designed acoustic module, it is claimed by Etymotic that the EVO gives the truest sound stage and sound signature you have ever heard (or will hear)!
Oscar seems to agree. He concludes his extensive review by writing “Etymotic have done a brilliant job with the Evo, it still retains that signature Etymotic clarity and control yet adds a little body, widens the soundstage and increases the dynamics. This is a superb everyday IEM that fits securely and is very well built too, those who enjoyed the XR series from Etymotic should consider the Evo if they are looking for a step up in the IEM world.” You can read his full review here.
So, back to Brian and his live stream. What is in the box and how does it measure and compare to the ER4-XR? Find out via Super*Review’s live Youtube video here: First Look Etymotic EVO *
*You are going to have to wait a few weeks for Brian’s full review as he needs to spend a couple more weeks living with them to give them a proper evaluation.
