Recent Headphone Reviews
Solar‑Powered Headphones From Sweden’s Urbanista: The Future Is Now!
The Swedish lifestyle audio brand Urbanista announced the 2nd generation of its solar-powered headphones and earphones, both of which use a new kind of solar cell called Powerfoyle and have recharge.
Audio‑Technica ATH‑W3000ANV Limited Edition Wooden Over‑Ear Headphones Preview
The Audio-Technica ATH-W3000ANV employ large 53 mm aperture drivers featuring specially built 2-part magnetic circuits that produce high speed magnetic streams plus "numerous additional refinements".
Klipsch Sues China Manufacturers Over Counterfeit Headphones
Klipsch Group, Inc. (KGI), the parent company behind Klipsch, Energy, Mirage and Jamo declared war today, in the form of legal action, against 23 Chinese manufacturers selling counterfeit headphones.
Moshi Audio Clarus Premium Earphones Review
The Moshi Clarus earphones were different than anything we'd seen before, even Moshi's other products, like their Moonrock and Vortex earphones. But they sounded really good. That's what matters most.
Velodyne vPulse In‑ear Headphones Preview
The newest Velodyne audio products are in-ear headphones being branded as vPulse and available for $89 in either Classic Black or Velodyne Electric Blue. And the company is just getting started.
V‑Moda V‑80 True Blood Headphones Review
Themed products aren't typically my thing, but the new True Blood-branded V-80 headphones from V-Moda just...well, they caught my eye. They have a great look, good feel, and even better sound. Rock on
SOL Republic Tracks Headphones Review
The SOL Republic Tracks headphones were the brainchild of Kevin Lee, son of Monster Cable founder Noel Lee. He started the company, with blessings from Monster Cable and with Scott Hix and Seth Combs.
PSB M4U 2 Active Noise Canceling Headphones Preview
PSB Loudspeakers unveiled their very first set of headphones called the M4U 2. They feature active noise canceling and sound great!
Howard Leight Sync Headphones Review
When we were alerted to the Sync headphones hitting the market at an inexpensive price point, we were intrigued. We decided to give them a review and see how the noise isolation worked.
Bowers & Wilkins C5 In‑ear, Noise‑isolating Headphones Preview
With a quilted carry bag, Micro Porous Filter, rating down to 10Hz, Made for iPhone certification, and a focus on comfort for long listening sessions, the B&W C5 headphones are sure to appeal to many.
JAYS a‑Jays Four Earphones Review
The JAYS a-Jays Four earphones are in-ear headphones featuring a unique flat rubberized cable that renders them almost tangle-free - and aside from good sound, that's about the #1 feature I look for
WeSC Fall Collection Headphones Preview
WeSC, a Stockholm-based street-fashion brand short for "We Are the Superlative Conspiracy," unveiled its Fall 2011 premium headphone collection at CES, expanding the brand's extensive line of seasonal
Creative Aurvana In‑Ear 2 Earbuds Review
Many people think of the Zen MP3 player when you mention Creative. But Creative has established themselves as a player in the headphone market, and the Aurvana In-Ear 2 Earphones are exhibit A.
Etymotic ER‑4 MicroPro Earphones Review
The ER-4 MicroPro earphones promised to offer transparent, reference quality music reproduction in a system designed (in particular) for audiophiles, musicians, and those who just want clear sound.
Audio‑Technica ATH‑M50S Headphone Review
Overall, the Audio-Technica M50s headphones represent a very good value for what they offer - an accurate, if lively, presentation of music.
Altec Lansing Backbeat Pro Earphones Review
Altec Lansing has been known as a manufacturer of both pro audio and consumer audio loudspeakers and equipment for many years. Purchased by Plantronics in 2005, Altec Lansing's pro line develops such …
Psyko Audio Labs 5.1 Gaming Headphones
The other gadget we're into is the Psyko 5.1 gaming headphones, which 'won' the best design and engineering award for headphones. The headsets come with a 5.1 surround sound and promise to have zero …
Sleek Audio SA6 Custom Fitted Earphones
Want custom fitted earphones? Sleek Audio offered more than products this year at CES. Guests and members of the media had the opportunity to fill their ears with silicone as impressions were made …
Monster's The Beats by Dr. Dre Headphones
The Beats by Dr. Dre headphones from Monster claim to be designed for today's digital music. And you know that product with Grammy Award- winning artist and producer Dr. Dre should handle Hip Hop …
Denon AH‑NC 732 Headphones Review
The Denon AH-NC732 noise canceling headphones join a crowded category of products that frequent flyers are finding they cannot live without. It seems that only a few years ago your only choice for …
Denon AH‑C551K In‑Ear Headphones Review
The Denon AH-C551K represents the middle of the pack of Denon's recently introduced line of in-ear headphones. Denon brings their reputation for high fidelity to the table with these in-ears that …
Creative Aurvana LIVE! Headphones Review
The Creative Aurvana Live! headphones are designed for people who are looking for a comfortable and full ranged headphone that is priced right. They are lightweight and are equally suited for your …
Klipsch Image Earphones Review
The Klipsch Image earphones are proported to be the "world's smallest high performance earphones," and there is no doubt that they are unlike anything I have seen. I remember seeing them at CEDIA …
Creative Aurvana X‑Fi Noise‑Canceling Headphones Review
Creative recently sent me their Aurvana X-Fi noise-canceling headphones to evaluate, and after a few flights and some time to listen to them, I can tell you that they worthy contenders if you are …
Jays d‑JAYS Earphones Review
The Jays line of earphones consists of the j-JAYS, an entry level model at $49.99 MSRP, the d-JAYS in the middle of the line, and the q-JAYS at $179 MSRP. The Jays line-up also offers the …
Tales from the Road Volume I
In this column, on a more-or-less monthly basis, I’ll focus my attention on headphones, portable player accessories, and most importantly content. Each column will feature an in-depth, subjective …
Denon AH‑D1000 Headphone Review
Nothing is worse than having an “epiphany” type moment with a particular song/album just to have your significant other ask you to turn it down. It is times like these that you simply MUST have a …
Sennheiser HD 600 Headphone Review
It’s not often that I review headphones as most of the models I’ve heard aren’t much to write home about. However, upon speaking with Ivy Scull of HeadRoom, she sold me with a pretty convincing …
Jabra C820s Headphones Review
The name Jabra has become synonymous with Bluetooth earpieces for wireless phones. I have owned several and, in fact, I am currently using the BT250. I have come to expect quality products from …