When great sound
gets noticed.

8.1 / 10

“punches above its weight in both build quality and sound performance”

“pick any two on most DAPs; the ECHO somehow manages to deliver all three”

“I believe the unique wood-themed FiiO SNOWSKY Melody dongle DAC will satisfy listeners who like playing around with EQ”

“SNOWSKY did a great job making the use of the RETRO NANO as a wired DAC easy.”

“the accessible price and fun branding is one of the better attempts at bringing new people into audio”

Headfonia Recommended

“a remarkable budget-friendly DAC that delivers solid performance while embracing a fun, nostalgic design”

4 / 5★★★★★★★★★★

“detailed and clear-sounding speakers that can fit into all sorts of home office scenarios”

“the SP3 BT provides impressive performance given its price and size”

4 / 5★★★★★★★★★★

“the sound quality is incredible; you get a clean mid-range with natural timbre and detailed treble and no distortion whatsoever”

“Shockingly refined and lovely. There isn’t even a hint of sharpness here!”

“I can wholeheartedly recommend the FiiO SP3”

“A full sound, mature signature with excellent soundstage highlights the performance.”

“take the time to tune them properly and they'll adapt to almost any scenario”

4 / 5★★★★★★★★★★

“that alone gives the SR11 a distinct edge”

“provides good value as a dedicated audio streaming device that easily fits into your existing desktop or HiFi setup”

“For $99 you can't go wrong with the FiiO SR11: it's the perfect desktop digital audio transport”

“It connects fast and reliably. Delivers what is promised with zero hassle.”

Highly recommended

8.2 / 10

“The TT11 would be a quality offering for your first turntable.”

“a fully automatic turntable that looked the part, sounded correct, and gave you room to grow when you're ready”

“one of the best solutions available for turning wired IEMs into wireless IEMs”

“offers great value and is a technically capable and fun option to consider”

“The FiiO Warmer R2R is one of the most interesting and daring releases from the company in recent memory.”

5 / 5★★★★★★★★★★

“it's difficult to know how you could better spend your money”

4.5 / 5★★★★★★★★★★

“They sound great with their detailed, precise and insightful performance.”

“headphones that are worthy of consideration by anyone wanting to explore first-rate sound”

4.5 / 5★★★★★★★★★★

“they deliver a clear and punchy experience that's a delight to listen to”

“headphones that are worthy of consideration by anyone wanting to explore first-rate sound”

“The SR80x earns its historically positive reputation, and feels like a headphone that will continue its reign for years to come”

“a convincing organic sound profile that also comes with solid bass”

“This easily is the best wireless headphone I’ve ever listened to and it’s not even close”

“The Ananda Nano supplies a high-grade level of tonal balance along with a speedy transient response”

“delivers an exceptional audio experience that is hard to match in its price range”

Recommended buy

“The Ananda has never sounded better than it has with the Nano, with its immersive soundstage, gratifying bass, and flavorful highs”

“the Ananda represents possibly one of the companies most mature offerings to date”

“The Ananda is an incredibly nice headphone with an excellent price-quality ratio”

4.5 / 5★★★★★★★★★★

“Excellent separation and expansive sound make for an entrancing combo in the Hifiman Ananda Unveiled”

“a highly resolving sound, high comfort levels, and portable-friendly sensitivity levels”

“Its holographic staging and detailed delivery impress both casual listeners and nitpickers”

“Sparkle is generously produced. To be honest, the high frequencies seem to be vastly improved over the first and second-generation Arya cans.”

“very enjoyable, easily likable headphone after the Arya SE, without losing any technical performance”

“It's a very comfortable headphone with great resolution, dynamics, and soundstage”

HIGHLY RECOMMENDED

“Mostly everything you love about the HiFiMAN Arya is still intact with the Organic”

“It all adds up to a great headphone and the best of the Arya series thus far.”

“The sound quality of the Arya Unveiled in respect to its price is outstanding”

Recommended Headphones

“offers a high level of detail, and a realistic tonality along with a larger-than-average and precise soundstage”

“the Audivina is a pleasing, dynamic and mid bass fuller, clean headphone to listen to”

3.5 / 5★★★★★★★★★★

“you do get ultra-wide sound for this class, as well as a bunch of major technical strengths”

“sound surprisingly wide, and deliver a pleasing sound signature that veers away from being overly bright”

“I would challenge anyone to find a more spacious-sounding closed-back for this price”

“remains a good value proposition for entry-level planar headphones with the flexibility of real strong wireless performance”

“the Deva Pro feels like an even more complete headphone”

“making this one of the best sounding wireless headphones to date”

“It seems the EF400 is neutral but it also feels punchy and dynamic.”

“Sound quality is superb, build quality is very good, I/O is excellent”

Recommended Buy Award

“The upright design, which also functions as a headphone stand when turned off, is very space-efficient, and the build quality is fantastic.”

“The Hifiman EF600 outperforms the EF400 in most respects and does so standing proudly atop one’s desktop”

“Sound quality is superb, build quality is very good, I/O is excellent”

Recommended Buy Award

“The smoothness of the sound makes every listening session easy and pleasant”

Highly Recommended

“creates a lively contrast of low-end body, warmth, and top-end brilliance in equal measure”

“The sound signature is musical and the delivery is smooth and warmer.”

“the most consumer-orientated headphone released by the company to date”

“It is also a very easy-to-drive headphone with no big-amp requirements.”

“It has enough body, enough musicality, and more than enough detail to comfortably be the only headphone you need”

“offers an enchanting listening experience that overwhelms your senses with detail, space, and comfort”

4.5 / 5★★★★★★★★★★

“These headphones have terrific imaging considering their low cost”

“great for the price and a well-rounded offering”

“for the very accessible price the Hifiman HE400se is going for, they're the ideal recommendation to a whole lot of people”

“the HE400SE does the best job of showing you what planar is like”

4.5 / 5★★★★★★★★★★

“their energy, coherence, impact and dynamic presence make for a world-class pair”

“have a refined build, and a sound that is quite refreshing and inviting”

“For the price it is selling for, it is a technically refined headphone, with a balanced an neutral presentation”

“dynamic yet controlled bass, textured mids, and crisp treble, the HE600 delivers a sound signature that is both engaging and highly detailed”

“combining punchy, engaging bass with distortion-free, textured, and agile treble”

“Hifiman has succeeded in building a well performing hybrid full-sized headphone”

“a very capable 'do-it-all' DAC/Amp with a warm tone and excellent staging qualities”

“It has a dense, enjoyable and fun presentation with warm bass and bright treble”

“The wooden ear cups give the Sundara a great look too.”

“a palatable step-up in both refinement of sound and build quality on the Sundara over the previous generation”

“For the price it is going for it is very impressive on a technical level and the build quality also is as good as it gets”

“For the price it is going for it is very impressive on a technical level and the build quality also is as good as it gets”

“The Hifiman Sundara planar magnetic headphones are a good set of cans and will make Hifiman lovers proud”

“Its supremely detailed and spacious-sounding presentation has very few if any competitors which might go some way to justifying the investment”

“The Hifiman Svanar is an exceptional IEM that delivers an audiophile-grade listening experience”

“It pairs a fantastic technical performance with a sophisticated tuning that does everything well, and the soundstage is just insane”

Recommended

“a very eclectic IEM that could handle just about any genre thrown at it”

“The treble response is sweet and precise.”

“They serve up great sound along with a very effective ANC”

“producing a sound signature that is precise and balanced, with clarity and detail that can be appreciated”

“it also features lighter, more open and relaxed tuning than most of its competition”

Recommended

“they delivered deep bass, clear mids, and crisp highs, enhancing my listening experience across various genres”

“Everything is very clean, helped by some accurate imaging that makes the sound even more refined.”

9.1 / 10

“The control of the harder-hitting bass notes and the level of definition are excellent”

9.2 / 10

“a refined, analog, and slightly warm sound signature, with excellent depth”

“beautifully textured analog tuning and flexibility for a wide range of modern IEMs and headphones”

“Priced at $1499 USD, the D16 offers impressive value and positions itself as a top-of-the-line option in the portable audio market.”

“an unmistakable smooth analog overtone, with plenty of gorgeous vocal bloom or rich and deep bass performances”

“Whether you want transparency or musicality, the D17 gives you both, without compromise.”

Recommended Buy Award

“a detailed, clean, and highly dynamic performance that I would not be surprised to hear out of higher-end DAPs”

“it is the best non-battery-powered USB DAC-AMP I've ever heard”

HFN Recommended Award

“this DAC/Amp ticks all the right boxes”

“stands out in the competitive market of DAC/AMP dongles with its exceptional sound quality and solid technical capability”

HFN Recommendation

“is a very accomplished and natural-sounding midrange Android-equipped digital audio player”

“the iBasso DX180 stands out with its superior sound quality, robust construction, and advanced features at a competitive price”

9.1 / 10

“more robust, full-bodied presentation, big vocals, and an excellent low-end response with bass-heavy gear”

“It is one of the most handsome and best-sounding DAPs I have reviewed recently.”

“complete with two very highly capable yet distinct sounding AMP cards”

“regarding sheer sound quality, power, and flexibility, the DX340 delivers a package very few players can”

9.4 / 10

“The iBasso DX340 MAX Ti is an incredible-sounding digital audio player.”

“It is also the best digital audio player I have heard to date”

“a smoother, less reference-focused sound signature as one might expect from a dongle DAC boasting tube amplification”

“The Nunchaku's well-built chassis, intuitive controls, and excellent versatility make it a stellar dongle for IEM-focused use”

“a beautifully smooth, weighty and fulsome sounding portable tube amplifier”

“The PB5 improves the background, adds bass impact, enriches the midrange with a touch of organic character, and expands the soundstage”

Recommended Buy

9 / 10

“It has excellent synergy with a wide range of sources and plenty of power to drive demanding headphones”

“the SR3 is a really nicely balanced headphone, at least for my head's dimensions”

“With its impactful lows, clean midrange, and smooth highs, the SR3 caters to a wide range of musical preferences”

Headfonia recommendation

“a good pick for people looking for clarity and good treble extensions”

“an affordable IEM filled with rich details and textures, with a strong signal to boot”

“The ITM05 has a liquid smooth midrange that pulls everything into sharper focus.”

“I like the design of it a lot, and it comes packaged with great functionality and a great sense of stability.”

8.1 / 10

“The Shanling EC Play is first and foremost about fun. And the dynamic presentation provides the listener with a fun, expansive production.”

“the EC Play is a sensible and enjoyable entry point into Shanling's EC series”

8.9 / 10

“delivers a high-energy cleaner, punchier sound signature, and with a sub-ohm output impedance rating, it has a stronger focus on IEM users”

“the analog, smooth sound desired by retro-enthusiasts, and plenty of I/O to satisfy headphone and hi-fi fans alike”

“It looks fantastic, feels premium, drives full-size headphones surprisingly well, and offers multiple meaningful ways to play with the sound.”

“the Shanling EH1 is a decent option worth considering”

“a well-rounded option for those seeking a compact desktop DAC/AMP with convenient tone controls”

“expertly balances the satisfying organic warmth of an R2R DAC architecture with good resolution and dynamics”

“the EH2 positions itself as a solid recommendation in the mid-range DAC/AMP market”

“the Shanling EH3 has a good balance between performance and convenience, appealing to audiophiles seeking a high-quality solution”

“You get a lot of value here with a DAC, headphone amplifier, pre-amp, local media player, wireless connectivity, and tons of I/O”

“it holds its own with good resolution, separation, detail and timbre”

“a smooth audio experience and lots of functionality in a compact and affordable portable DAC”

“powerful, versatile, perfectly built, this DAC/AMP is a perfect addition to the brand’s line-up”

“outstanding level of value”

“For $369, the Shanling H5 is a no-brainer: powerful, versatile, perfectly built”

“it's a bit smoother and sweeter-toned and will gel beautifully with clean-sounding headgear”

“Sound performance is exquisite, and the versatility is almost unrivalled.”

4.5 / 5★★★★★★★★★★

“Shanling has delivered an upmarket pair of wired, open-backed over-ear headphones with some genuine areas of sonic expertise”

4 / 5★★★★★★★★★★

“The soundstage they generate is large and well-defined”

“a remarkably easy to drive setup and tuning that is ideal for vocal enthusiasts”

“combining exceptional value, great comfort, premium material and incredible scalability with higher end sources”

Recommendation list

“The Shanling M1 Plus is visually attractive, affordable, performant, and surprisingly versatile DAP.”

“for just $209, this is one of the best DAP available on the market right this moment”

“a very well-rounded Android 13 digital audio player”

“It offers a smooth, musical, and engaging experience that works effortlessly with a wide variety of gear”

“It shows within the M3 Ultra. They splurged on Japanese ELNA capacitors to obtain their warmer and more natural tones.”

“delivers excellent SQ and a rich feature set”

“delivers a remarkable level of power and richness in tone, all while maintaining a pleasing absence of unwanted sharpness”

“Its sound performance is notable for its clarity, resolution, and musicality, making it a strong performer with solid amplification.”

“marking this model as one of the fastest and most engaging sounding DAPs in the mid-fi market”

“It has a snappy performance, an ergonomic design and an enjoyable sound, with a lasting battery”

“delivers an excellent balance between portability, tonality, and power”

“compact, stylish, competitive DAP in the market today with plenty of features and great sound”

“Its balanced sound signature mixed with its user-friendly Android interface makes for a great experience”

“offers solid performance that sounds great out of the box without the need for tweaks”

“It offers an immaculate, transparent midrange with impressive tonality and balance.”

“it feels like Shanling has completed what the M8 tried to achieve by blending high-resolving power with enhanced, rich harmonics”

“then this is a very capable option to plug into amped systems or a powerful DAP”

“The DAC section within the Shanling UA3 seems very neutral and well-balanced with a good amount of detailed nuances”

“The UA3's smooth and rich signature surely will please many audiophiles who enjoy a more rounded approach to sound”

“it has lots of features besides having one of the best sounding component stages with a clean output”

“features great technology under its hood and has awesome design along with stellar build quality”

“an attractive choice if you need a good-sounding dongle DAC that won’t break the bank”

“a flat and accurate dongle in a lightweight and aesthetic package with consistent performance across all smartphones”

“It offers better punch, more detail, more air, and more of Shanling's well-loved house flavor”

8.6 / 10

“The UA7 also produces two sonic profiles that provide excellent soundstaging capability, making it worthy of the flagship title.”

“it combines excellent build quality, a beautiful chassis, a surprisingly polished UI, impressive output power, and a genuinely successful tube implementation”

“Combined, the UP6 is a bargain at this price point.”

“It refines the user experience with a better screen, a sharper interface, and deeper customization through Eddict Player.”