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Bose QuietComfort Ultra Wireless Headphones and QuietComfort Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones Released

September 16, 2023September 15, 2023 by Peter Paul

Bose recently released three new wireless headphones – the QuietComfort Ultra wireless headphones, QuietComfort Ultra wireless earbuds, and QuietComfort wireless noise-canceling headphones. The last mentioned headphone is the successor of the QuietComfort 45, if I am not mistaken. Meanwhile, the QuietComfort Ultra Wireless noise canceling headphones sit above, offering spatial audio, better sound quality, and …

Sony to Acquire Audeze – Sony x Audeze Planar Magnetic Gaming Headphones Coming Soon?

August 26, 2023 by Peter Paul

A couple of days ago, Sony, specifically Sony Interactive Entertainment (SIE) announced that it would acquire Auedeze. I’m sure all of you already know who Sony is. But some of you may have yet to hear of Audeze. Audeze is known for its planar magnetic headphones, like their popular LCD series. We have reviewed some …

Cayin N30LE Digital Audio Player Released – Features Dual AK4499EQ DAC, Triple Timbre, Dual Amplifier Modes and More

August 15, 2023August 14, 2023 by Peter Paul

Cayin is releasing a limited edition digital audio player featuring dual AK4499EQ DAC chips – the Cayin N30LE. Aside from the dual DAC, it will also feature dual amplifier modes, triple timbre, fully balanced circuitry, and more. A Snapdragon 665 SoC powers the N30LE and runs on a customized Android 12 OS. It also has …

Cirrus Logic MIPI SoundWire Interface 1.2.1 Offers Better Audio Quality for Next-Gen Laptops

August 5, 2023August 4, 2023 by Peter Paul

Cirrus Logic CS35L56 and CS42L43 combined PC Audio solution

Cirrus Logic has recently collaborated with industry leaders Intel and Microsoft to help ease the transition to the new MIPI SoundWire® interface (1.2.1 specification) for a richer, more immersive audio experience in next-generation laptop designs. More specifically, Cirrus Logic’s recently introduced PC-optimized audio amplifier/codec solution is part of the SoundWire-ready reference design from Intel, offering …

Sony WF-1000XM5 Truly Wireless Earbuds Now Available – Best Noise-Canceling Earbuds?

July 25, 2023July 24, 2023 by Peter Paul

Sony recently released the successor to its WF-1000XM4 noise-canceling wireless earbuds – meet the new Sony WF-1000XM5 Truly Wireless Noise-Canceling Earbuds “For the Music”. According to Sony, the WF-1000XM5 is its best noise-canceling earbuds yet. It also offers “best” call quality, with “premium” sound quality and high-performance mics. The WF-1000XM5 also features Dynamic Driver X, …

Audio Technica AT2020USB-XP USB Microphone Now Available

July 6, 2023July 5, 2023 by Peter Paul

audio technica AT2020USB-XP cardioid condenser USB Mic

Last month, Audio-Technica announced an updated version of its popular condenser USB microphone. Meet the new Audio Technica AT2020USB-XP. The company’s AT2020 microphone series has been around since 2004. It has a long history, and it’s the company’s best-selling microphone. The new AT2020USB-XP offers several improvements or enhancements, and it is primarily marketed to streamers, …

Razer Moray In-Ear Monitor Released – Razer’s First IEM For Gamers and Streamers

June 28, 2023June 27, 2023 by Peter Paul

I never thought that Razer would dive into the in-ear monitor category. Well, I guess it was only a matter of time since Razer has headphones, earphones, and wireless earbuds. Recently, Razer released its first in-ear monitor called the Moray. It features a hybrid dual-driver design, with a balanced armature driver for the mids and …

AVerMedia AM350 Mic Now Available – World’s First USB Condenser Microphone Custom-Tuned by DIRAC

June 23, 2023June 22, 2023 by Peter Paul

AVerMedia Live Streamer AM350 USB Condenser Mic

If you are looking for a USB mic for streaming, podcasting, gaming, singing, or even for ASMR content, AVerMedia recently released its new AM350 USB Condenser Microphone. Undeniably, there are a lot of USB microphones in the market today, and competition is tough. Microphone manufacturers must find a way to make their mic stand out …

HiFiMAN Is Running A Clearance Sale – Up To 53% Off From Its Premium Headphones

June 22, 2023June 21, 2023 by Peter Paul

HiFiMAN is currently running a clearance sale offering up to 53% discount. You probably think this sale only applies to their entry to mid-level headphones. Fortunately not, as HiFiMAN is discounting its flagship headphones, the HE1000 series, by up to 53%. They are also discounting their popular Arya Stealth and some mid-range lineup, like the …

HiFiMAN Arya Organic Open-Back Headphone Released – Features Wood Earcup

June 13, 2023June 12, 2023 by Peter Paul

HiFiMAN announced last month an updated version of its popular Arya headphone – meet the new HiFiMAN Arya Organic. The new Arya Organic looks almost identical to its predecessor, the Arya (vanilla). Except that the Arya Organic’s earcups feature a wood earcup. It doesn’t look like the entire earcup is made out of wood. Maybe …

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