Intro: EDIT 8 August 2025: The HD505 has recently been available at 30-40% off during Amazon sales (AU$275, RRP AU$449). At these discounted prices, the value proposition is significantly stronger, and I highly recommend them.Right out of the box, the HD505 feels like a typical Sennheiser headphone: mostly plastic, yet well-built and robust. It doesn’t … Continue reading Review of Sennheiser HD 505: a great listen but a tough sell?
Topping's first IEM, the Arpegear Hane, priced at $129, features a dynamic driver, delivering a neutral sound with tuning switches for customization. It combines solid design and decent performance.
How does it compare to the original DT770 and DT700 Pro X? Intro: Beyerdynamic, found in 1924, has been a big name in the industry. The company made history by introducing the world’s first pair of dynamic headphones, the DT48, in 1937. To celebrate its centennial in 2024, Beyerdynamic has released the DT 770 Pro … Continue reading Review of Beyerdynamic DT 770 Pro X (100th Anniversary Limited Edition)
The looks of an alien-phone? Intro Earlier, I reviewed the Aeon Open X and found it a bit underwhelming. Now, I've had the opportunity to evaluate its closed-back counterpart. Is it any better? There's a common belief in this hobby that closed-back headphones are more challenging to tune correctly compared to open-backs. This review will … Continue reading Review of Drop + Dan Clark Audio Aeon Closed X
Long awaited $399 planar from Audeze. Intro Audeze's current flagship, the LCD-5, seems to have marked a new direction in their 'house sound' when it was released in 2021. Their previous models have been known for lush and warm vocals with weighty bass. The LCD-5 defies these descriptors, opting instead for a forward, energetic, and overall … Continue reading Review of Audeze MM-100: a successful niche offering?
