The Philips SHP9500 is a great pair of budget critical listening headphones. They’re incredibly comfortable and have a sturdy yet lightweight build that feels durable. They’re not casual headphones that can be used outdoors, but they deliver a good, well-balanced sound, on par with much pricier open-back models. Review The Philips SHP9500 Headphones 1. Design
The Sennheiser HD 700 are well-made critical listening headphones with a comfortable fit and a durable design. They have excellent audio reproduction and create a spacious soundstage, which makes them one of the better options for critical listening. However, they may sound sharp and piercing on certain tracks and are not really practical for any
Few people brag about how good their $100 headphones sound. In fact, a good chunk of headphones in this price bracket sound pretty mediocre, but Sennheiser doesn’t forsake its decades-old legacy with the Sennheiser HD 350BT. These Bluetooth headphones sound excellent and give more premium headsets plenty to chew on. Let’s find out if sound
Beats, an Apple subsidiary, has historically determined what’s fashionable among consumer audio products. Its Beats Solo3 Wireless may be a few years old, but the aesthetic could easily fit into the company’s 2020 lineup. If you need the latest and greatest features, these on-ear headphones will serve you well with their W1 chip integration, fast
The V-Moda Crossfade 2 Wireless Codex Edition headphones improve upon the Crossfade 2 Wireless. The Codex Edition headphones include the same design external design, battery life, and headphone jack as its predecessor with one major improvement: the support of the aptX and AAC Bluetooth codecs. V-Moda Crossfade 2 Wireless Codex Edition Review 1. Design V-Moda
Wireless earbuds are fantastic for any mobile listening scenario, but there is one place where they can absolutely blow the competition away: At the gym. Or the mountain, the track – wherever you get your workouts. If you’re looking to break a sweat alongside your favorite tunes, podcasts, or audiobooks, there is no better way
Sleeker, sexier, but just as techie-friendly, the $249 Plantronics BackBeat Pro 2 SE headphones keep the intuitive integrated smart controls we know and love while refining the overall design. But the company didn’t stop there, as it retooled the audio to deliver warm sound with just the right amount of bass. Plantronics also made sure
True wireless headphones are now commonplace, and while there are plenty of offerings, the best options are still a bit pricey. Back Bay, however, thinks it has the solution to that problem, with the new Bay Audio Duet 50 true wireless headphones. At under $50, the headphones could be an absolute steal. But are they
The JBL Flip 5 is a simple soul with Bluetooth-only playback and modest features, but if you desire a rugged, great-sounding portable speaker and can sacrifice voice control or hands-free call functionality, you won’t be disappointed. Review of The JBL Flip 5 Bluetooth Speaker 1. Design Thankfully, the Flip 5’s design will allow you to
Cambridge Audio joins the ranks of true wireless earbud manufacturers with the Cambridge Audio Melomania 1. These bullet-shaped ‘buds are lightweight, water-resistant, and feature great battery life. Let’s find out if Melomania 1 is extraordinary or just ordinary. Review of The Cambridge Audio Melomania 1 1. Design The earphones, available in black or off-white, feature