Cheap In-Ear Monitor Showdown: 5 Driver In-Ear Monitors?
I compare in-ear monitors from BASN, AS, KZ, and CCA to see if they match the performance from a pro in-ear headphone at a fraction of the price.
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Sony’s New Wireless Noise Cancelling Earbuds
SONY has unveiled its latest wares at CES 2018, including the world’s first truly wireless Noise Cancelling headphones with a splash-proof design. Since more smartphone makers are ditching the headphone jack, it’s a good time to go wireless. The WF-SP700N are the world’s first truly wireless Noise Cancelling headphones with splash-proof and sweat-proof design. These […]
Monster Clarity Bluetooth Headphones and Earbuds
Monster unveiled some really amazing headphones at this years CES show. Jeffrey talked with Stephen at CES 2018 about not only the new Headphones and Earbuds, but also about the Joe Perry Sound of Rock Blaster. Monster Clarity HDX Headphones, Earbuds Monster’s Clarity HDX headphones are a breath of fresh air. They are packed with […]
Canon 80D Camera with headphone jack
Canon EOS cameras are great for not only capturing quality photos, but also for creating video for your YouTube channel, or other video projects. At NAB, I got to see one of the latest versions – the Canon 80d Camera. With a wide-area, 45-point, all cross-type AF system, this camera will work in lower light […]
Monster Elements Hybrid Over the Ear Headphones
I’ve had many pair of headphones since the 80’s. I’ve had dollar store phones to high-end audio driving sound. So when it came to reviewing these Monster Elements over the ear headphones, I was sure I’d get a great sound. I wasn’t disappointed. About the Monster Elements Over the Ear Headphones Monster has created a […]
Sony FutureLab Program N Prototype Unboxing
While at SXSW, I stopped by Sony’s Wow Experience, where I got to see the Program N headset at it’s next phase. Sony was looking for testers of this prototype (along with future items), and I was all too eager to join. For that, I got the product right on site. What is FutureLab Program […]
Earin M-2 Wireless Earbud Headphones for iPhone, Android
As we move away from wired headsets, we look for devices that will not only deliver great sound, but also stay in our ears. Last year, Earin came on the scene with a wireless earbud and power capsule to go with your new iPhone 7 or Lenovo Moto Z (both devices without headphone jack). The […]
Rowkin Bit Charge Wireless Headphones
With the iPhone 7’s loss of headphone jack, you might be looking at wireless headphones for your music or movie listening needs. While I was on travel last week, I checked out the Rowkin Bit Charge. This is a Bluetooth headset that will give you about 2 hours of music and recharge in an hour. […]
High-Fidelity Blue Headphones Lola is Comfortable and Powerful
Whether you are playing an MP3 or listening to your vinyl, you want the best experience from your sound system and even your headphones. That is why Blue Headphones created a line of comfortable earwear. Last year they introduced Mo-Fi, changing the look and design of the conventional over-the-ear headset. This year is Lola with […]
SleepPhones is a Headband with Headphones – CES 2015
Sometimes I put in earbuds to fall asleep to. They are uncomfortable and harder to get in a relaxing position. Big headphones are also bulky and hard to work with. That is where SleepPhones comes in. Dubbed “Pajamas for your ears”, SleepPhones are a headband with headphones inside. They don’t go in the ear and […]
Mimi Smart Hearing Uses iPhone to Improve Hearing – Disrupt 2014
Ever been in a location where you cannot hear the other person because of the bounce of a room? MIMI has a solution – throw your headphones on and adjust the room sound so you can hear the other people. I personally have a hard time hearing female voices due to the fact I am […]
DPA d:fine Headset Microphones – NAB 2014
I am always looking for a good microphone to create content with. Recently I ditched the big microphone for most of my video content with a headset mic. I might just be switching again as I checked out the DPA Microphones d:fine series. The d:fine headsets have one big advantage over some of the others […]
Monoprice 615808 – 8-Channel Mixer for Podcasters, Musicians
Today’s item I have for review is the Monoprice 615808 8-Channel mixer. This is a sub-$100 mixer that is perfect for 2-4 vocals, or 2-3 musicians. About the Monoprice 615808 Mixer This mixer has 4-XLR inputs, 4-line in inputs and 4 auxiliary inputs. You can also plug in a CD or RCA stereo jack and […]
PBS, PBS Kids Now on Roku 3 – SXSW 2013
Not only did I get to see and play with the Roku 3 at SXSW, I also found out about PBS and PBS Kids coming to the Roku! With over 750 channels, Roku is definitely the best set top box for Internet television. About Roku 3 Roku 3 is the newest version of the Roku […]
Accidentally Extraordinary: Touch-Sensitive Controls to Headphones – CES 2013
Accidentally Extraordinary is a company that will change the headphone controller. Changing it to a touch-sensitive cord, you don’t have a little nub on your headphones to get in the way. Sliding your finger up and down the cord will change the volume. Tap to take calls or pause music. Whatever the mobile device sets […]
CordCruncher Keeps Headphone Cords at Bay – CES 2013
Wrapping your headphones up can be a hassle. I try to train my headphones so they wrap up nicely in a loop but sometimes they don’t stay that way and I have to untangle. That is why I really like CordCruncher. About CordCruncher Cord Cruncher is a different way to wrap up your headphones simply […]
3M Roku Projector with 2.5 hours Battery Life – CES 2013
Check out the 3M projector with Roku Stick for portable use. The projector has a battery life of 2.5 hours and can project 60 lumens. The 3M projector in a lower light can throw a screen of 120 inches. The built-in audio lets you hear what’s going on or you can plug in the headphones […]
AblePlanet Linx Audio Filters Distortion out Passively
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With over 30 Innovations awards, AblePlanet leads the pack on headphones. This year is no different with their continued line – AblePlanet’s Linx Audio. Linx Audio passively filters out noise and reduces distortion. This will bring in a lower decibel range for the ear to hear. AblePlanet also showed us their new technology – in-lin […]
NuForce Cube is an All in One Mobile Audio Center
NuForce, a high end audio line, introduced a new sound headphone amp for your mobile devices. The NuForce Cube is a portable speaker and USB DAC (Digital to Analog Converter). You can connect up your smartphone, MP3 player or computer to improve your listening experience. The NuForce Cube runs on a rechargeable lithium battery. Per each charge, […]
Sennheiser – HD700 Headphones – CES 2012
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Nick from F5 talked with Eric Palonen from Sennheiser to talk about some new products. The HD700 brings a brand new sound. This has a wide soundstage, because the transducers come in at an angle. The HD700 also has a ventilated magnet system. This channels air pressure so you don’t get turbulence in your ears. That means the headphones will […]
ClarityOne: Improving Sound by Repelling EM Interference Fields – CES 2012
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Dean Kurnell joins the TPN CES Live coverage with ClarityOne Audio. They were on the show last year talking about their technology. Now, they are ready to bring this set of earphones to market. Any audiophile will tell you that Electro-Magnetic (EM) Interference occurs, which causes speakers to counter-respond. That means you might not get the best sound […]
Cambridge Audio: DacMagic Plus at 24-bit / 384kHz – CES 2012
Scott Ertz talks with Ben Beaumont of Cambridge Audio. He shows off the new DacMagic Plus, the second generation to the DacMagic. There is a seperate volume control from the headphones. They also removed the limitation of the bit rate in the audio area. That brings you to a full 24-bit/384kHz audio through up-sampling. However, if you are […]
Yurbuds Ironman: Headphone Lock Into Your Ear – CES 2012
I remember Yurbuds from CES 2010. They had an app for the iPhone that took the size of your ear to give you a piece of rubber that would enhance the sound from your earbuds. I know, crazy. Alas, I still have that 1st generation set of Yurbuds and use them all the time. They […]
Kidz Gear: Volume Limiting Headphones – CES 2012
We have seen kid safe headphones before. Kidz Gear has been on our Live TPN CES coverage before. This year, Jack Peterson talks with Todd and Don on the latest headphones for children. Kidz Gear added another product in the new wired headphones that have a built-in volume limiter to prevent children’s hearing. The Kids control technology gets […]
ZipBuds: Tangle Resistant Earbuds – CES 2012
One of the most annoying things to do is try and keep your headphones from getting tangled in your bag. In the four years I’ve been going to CES, I have seen many different “de-tangle” options. But is this one going to be coup de grâce? If you are a zipper geek, then ZipBuds might be […]