Cables are a much debated topic in the audio industry, I am a believer in small changes between cables and that synergy is king. The Thor Silver II adds a little extra sparkle up top without sounding harsh or ruining the dynamics of your headphones of choice.
The M1 is the perfect player for everyday easy listening and also for sports use. It's size and aftermarket case allow you to clip it to an armband, and the bluetooth support allows you to go wireless when out jogging.
The Shanling UP is a superb High Resolution DAC/Amp for portable use, if you have some good headphones, you are not hearing their full potential out of a phone. This will change that, the UP with give you the clarity, detail and soundstage that your phone simply cannot.
Prices for top of the range Headphones have been pushing up and up recently, but if you wish to keep your feet on the ground then the Focal Elear is one of the best which can be had for under a grand.
The Shanling M2s is a highly capable, small footprint, high resolution DAP that is feature packed and has superb sonic abilities, do not look further for a sub £300 player.
Grado's RS1e is a graceful and svelte looking piece of kit, and sounds it too. It's not bass light though, with a good balance between the various frequencies.
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The GS2000e has a slightly understated sound when compared to the GS1000e; the emphasis on bass and treble is reduced, which makes the midrange more of a centrepiece. Harmonics and therefore imaging will be a little stronger on the GS2000e, thanks to the relatively present midrange.
For the asking price, the Trinity Audio Vyrus is very good value; the inclusion of the filters makes these earphones perfect for those who want to experiment and find out what different tunings can do for their music.
OPUS #1 Hi Resolution Portable Audio Player good solid premium build, sound quality clear and well balanced,good amount of power for portable headphones
Listening to a portable radio in the bath is always an alluring idea, until we check what's being broadcast. Similarly, a visit to the park or the beach might be enhanced by the addition of some select tunes, but do we want our CD collection there too?
One question we get asked a lot is 'do I need a headphone amplifier?' This article will inform you of the benefits of adding an amplifier to your existing setup, or buying an amplifier with your new headphones.
Acoustic Research M2 - Expert Review. The Acoustic Research M2 (or AR-M2) is a fantastic sounding player which is well worthy of a position at its price point
Lotoo PAW 5000 - Expert Review. Sound quality and features found on this device rival much higher priced equivalents offered by other makers.
Our audio gurus have collected the 5 best high resolution audio players to buy in 2015 and reviewed them all to help you choose.
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