Tin Audio T3, first impressions

I received a surprise package the other day from Linsoul. I was notified the day before delivery during Chinese New Year, which is unusual. Linsoul told me that the T3 was going live on Massdrop at an introductory price of $59. It will apparently be $69 at retail. The T3 is a follow-up to the... Continue Reading →

February 8, 2019 2

Magaosi BK50 unboxing and first impressions, $50 IEM shootout

One of the coolest phenomenons in audio right now is the big improvements moving forward in the budget sector. $100 headphones can and do compete with $400 headphones, and $25 headphones sometimes compete with $200 headphones. It’s a great time to be an audiophile, even if your budget isn’t as large as you’d like it... Continue Reading →

August 3, 2018 15

ADV S2000, initial impressions ($25 IEM shootout)

$25 IEM shootout introduction I've reviewed and listened to a ton of amazing sounding in-ear gear. I regularly listen to stuff at the top end of the spectrum, and I'm an enthusiastic evangelist for showing that the top end does indeed sound amazing enough to be priced where it is. At the same time, I... Continue Reading →