Verus Audio cables are crafted with precision by skilled cable masters with over 10 years of experience in cable building. Established in 2015, Verus Audio commenced its journey by crafting bespoke cables for car, home, and portable audio and takes pride in their meticulous attention to details.

Verus Audio cables are crafted with precision by skilled cable masters with over 10 years of experience in cable building. Established in 2015, Verus Audio commenced its journey by crafting bespoke cables for car, home, and portable audio and takes pride in their meticulous attention to details.

OpenFit 2 brings you bigger, better, more dynamic open-ear sound with DualBoost™ Technology more accurately with minimal sound leakage thanks to DirectPitch™ 2.0 Technology. Crafted with Shokz Ultra-Soft Silicone™ 2.0 and weighing just 9.4g each, the open-ear design ensures a natural fit and unmatched comfort for fatigue-free, all day long listening. // FEATURES - Open-Ear design for situational awareness - Easily adjust volume, skip tracks, answer calls and more with physical multifunction buttons - Up to 11 hours of battery life with a single charge, 48 hours total with the charging case - Built to withstand dust, sweat and light rain with IP55 water resistance - AI-powered, crystal-clear calls with two microphones in each earbud - Easy multipoint pairing ensures stable and fast connectivity to two devices simultaneously // SPECIFICATIONS - Battery Life: Up to 11 hours (earbuds), Up to 48 hours (with charging case) - Charge Time: 60 minutes (earbuds, from 0), 100 minutes (charging case) - Water Resistance: IP55 - Weight: 9.4g (earbuds), 53g (charging case) // IN THE BOX - OpenFit 2 Earbuds - Charging Case - USB Type-C Charging Cable - Documentation

PW AUDIO X EDDIE HSUEH RE Cable in limited quantities now available.  There can never be enough copper cables, especially if it bears the stamp of Eddie Hsueh on the splitter, in limited quantities. Peter Wong's brand and his touch on copper sealed this as the fastest selling cable we've ever had.   

Launched this Canjam Singapore (2025), the Project K is encased in sapphire glass faceplate and a titanium shell, exquisitely small enough to fit most ears. For FIR Audio, the Project K is the pinnacle of audio technology, and the sound they'll be proud to present. Lush and full, the Project K gives more than its size, and allows for long hours of easy listening without shrilly peaks. Working with global top artists like Billie Eilish, Sabrina Carpenter, Usher and an impossible list to fit into our description, their expertise in the music industry makes FIR one of the biggest names to work with. Check out complete list of artists here.

A spiritual successor to the Element S, Matrix Audio's newest line up of streamers features the TT-1. With the TT-1, Matrix serves to provide an excellent digital audio streamer at great value, whilst not compromising on its twin pillars of excellence and quality. We would be remiss not to mention the innovations Matrix took in both hardware and software elements. These improvements on hardware would have meant little if the software elements were lacking, such as unintuitive and frustrating controls. In here, Matrix put up aces in this department, allowing for such ease of use that the user can simply sit back, and enjoy a stress-free, and engaging audio playback session, in full view of a large LED display.  TT-1 packs so much in such a small space, even designing to allow an optional external linear power supply DC input, we were wowed to say the least. Priced at $2,599 inc. tax, it is a steal in every aspect, and for one who is looking to upgrade into a more separated desktop setup, look no further. [See Product Desc. For Detailed Improvements] With a full redesign of the chassis, the TT-1 has specially designed a DC power input, providing an option for customers wishing to further the TT-1’s performance potential with adding a linear power supply. When both external power and AC power are connected, the system prioritizes the external power supply and disconnects the AC power, retaining only the ground connection. Hence, you get the best of both worlds – a linear power supply, with the ground connection providing utmost stability. Doing so prevents noise to accumulate in the audio circuit, which will happen should there be a lack of grounding. In addition, the TT-1 is equipped with a power filter and multiple low-noise LDOs to power each circuit unit independently, ensuring pure and stable power delivery in every aspect. A further look into the circuitry reveals two ultra-low phase noise femtosecond clocks, each dedicated to serving as the clock reference for 44.1kHz and 48kHz sampling rates and their multiples. Powered by independent low-noise linear regulators, and with intelligent control through FPGA, it automatically handles frequency division and switching operations. This design lays a solid foundation for low-jitter digital audio output, providing your DAC with the right feed to generate sublime audio playback. Aside from the standard RJ45 LAN port that provides a stable connection for high resolution audio streaming, TT-1’s Wi-Fi 6 connectivity further offers a simple and convenient solution for users who would prefer wireless connectivity. The ever-evolving MA Player Hi-Fi Streamer OS and MA Remote App seamlessly adapt to both iOS and Android devices, providing a smooth and intuitive experience whether you are on a smartphone or a tablet. Aside from being Roon Ready, the TT-1 also supports Tidal Connect, Spotify Connect, Airplay2, DLNA/UPnP, etc. ensuring all mainstream mediums for all your playback needs. The bottom of the device features an NVMe SSD slot, allowing for the installation of an SSD to expand on internal storage, providing more space to store your favourite go to music files. With the SMB protocol, computers on the same network can easily access the device's storage, making it simple to manage your music library. Additionally, the device can function as a NAS, enabling other streamers on the same network to seamlessly play the stored music. With a myriad of digital output options – Optical, coaxial, AES/EBU and the famed IIS-LVDS output ports (IIS-LVDS allows uncompromised 32-bit/768kHz PCM and DSD512 capability for studio-master quality) – you can easily connect to various digital audio devices such as DACs and amplifiers, meeting all your diverse audio connection needs.  If connected to an active speaker with digital inputs, the TT-1 can serve to provide volume control as well, reducing the space needed for the user to have an additional speaker controller. With CDs coming back in vogue, TT-1 also has that aspect duly covered. Should anyone happen to have music stored in their CDs, simply plug in your CD player to the TT-1, and automatic CD-ripping takes place. That Matrix is able to pack in so much into a small chassis of 280 mm L * 210 mm W * 82 mm, colour us impressed. Should you wish to check out their flagship headfi digital streamer, do check out the NT-1, the bigger beast of a brother to the TT-1 for customers seeking even fuller audio refinement. Matrix's own writeup on the TT-1 also delves further into its exclusive features, and you may check it out here. Should you wish to check out all our other full-sized DAC/amps to shop for your preferred pairings, look here.

First art, then sound. This may seem contrary to audiophiles, but if we're playing the devil here, then we know it should look great, it should then sound as great as it looks. ARTPICAL offers this without shame but they are proud of their art, their conceptualising and also how each In-Ear-Monitor (IEM) is tuned to its character. Each layer of winged feather is arranged intricately to express full beauty corresponding to the lightness, airiness and lushness of the sound. The Archangel Michael flies high above with a waft of breeze, at the complete opposite spectrum of the other fallen angel, Lucifer.Pick your side today at Zepp: Blue, Gold, or perhaps you're more of a Dark Angel.// SPECIFICATIONS 6 Hybrid Driver Configuration: 1x 10mm dynamic driver, 3x balanced armature (1 mid, 2 ultra-high), 2x electrostatic drivers Impedance: 11.6Ω @1kHz Sensitivity: 109.2dB/mW Frequency Response Range: 5Hz–20kHz Earphone Connector: 0.78mm 2-pin Termination Plug: 4.4mm balanced Cable Length: 1.2m // WHAT'S IN THE BOX 1.2m 4.4mm headphone cable Moisture-proof box Storage bag Cleaning rod Wiping cloth

***Built to order, turnaround time around 6-8 weeks Successor to the popular Model 394 series; which was discontinued due to the discontinuation of some parts by their manufacturers, the Model 485 will see its design updated to include a 4.4mm balanced output, which has become the standard in recent years. The XLR inputs are balanced to +4dBm/-10dBm standards, while the RCA inputs are unbalanced to -10dBm standards. Output switch included to cater for normal-efficiency headphones at "Low", and switchable to "Hi" for low-efficiency headphones such as planars. Utilizes custom-made conductive plastic faders made by Tokyo KO-ON Denpa used in high-end professional mixers. // SPECIFICATIONS- Inputs: Dual 3-pin XLR (electronically balanced), 2x RCA (SE)- Outputs: 4.4mm Pentaconn, Dual 3-pin XLR, 4-pin XLR (balanced), 1/4" (SE)- Input Impedance: 3.7kΩ (XLR) / 12kΩ (RCA)- Reference Input Level: +4dBm/-10dBm (XLR) / -10dBm (RCA)- Maximum Input Level: +25dBm (XLR) / +10 dBm (RCA)- Maximum Output Level (RMS): Hi 4.2V, Low 3V (SE), Hi 8.5V, Low 6V (Balanced)- No Distortion Maximum Output (at 32Ω load, 1KHz, T.H.D+N 0.05%): 2.2W+2.2W (Balanced), 600mW+600mW (SE)- Power Supply: 100VAC to 240VAC at 50Hz/60Hz- Dimensions: W285mm x D258mm x H52mm (including rubber feet, protruding parts)- Weight: 2.9kg (Main unit only, excludes power cable)

Allegro II, launched with an intention to further refine what's already great in the previous Allegro IEM, comes with an all-new quadruple hybrid (Quad-brid) design. Comprised of two 10mm dynamic drivers, two bone-conductor drivers, eight balanced armature drivers, and single 6mm planar magnetic driver, each frequency was carefully shaped for an unparalleled musical experience. The push-pull isobaric configuration from dual dynamic drivers with horizontal vent provides lower noise floor and air resistance allowing unbelievable impact and control. The bone conductor drivers enhances sub-bass resonance and spacial awareness. The mids and highs from eight balanced armatures provide the crisp vocals and instrument separation. The single 6mm planar magnetic serves as tweeters to deliver pristine treble with smooth, natural sound extension.The intended qualities are to provide both a energetic, yet controlled low bass, crisp vocals, and smooth highs without the sibilance. [See Product Desc. For More]   Another one of the key considerations with Allegro II is to improve on the fit and comfort concerns of the previous design. Addressing that with an all new shell design, Plussound further incorporated an additional 7-axis CNC and engraving machineries to produce one of the most complex designs made for earphones. Each part is finely polished then anodized followed by being cryogenically treated to strengthen surface scratching and preventing component damage from drops. With a dark bronze wave pattern faceplate and black modern pattern body, its color and design language provides an elegant yet understated feel. Allegro II comes with an in-house designed 0.78mm 2-pin connectors made out of tellurium copper with rhodium plating. The combination of these metals provide the most conductivity known in audio application that far exceeds standard brass connectors used on the market.For the first time, two internal wires are used on ALLEGRO II: Copper XS and new Silver XS. Each wire is strategically dedicated to a specific driver intended to optimize signal flow and ensure every frequency is handled with extraordinary detail and clarity.ALLEGRO II comes with a curated Copper+ cable for superior performance. This in-house designed cable consists of special 2-in-1 coaxial litz design encapsulated by a propriatary dual-shield + semi-conductive layer that will completely isolate outside electrical interference to maximize conductivity and performance. Features an all-new, exclusive y-splitter inspired by the earphone's intricate body design, matching rhodium plated 2-pin connectors, and your choice of our in-house designed termination. What's Included in the Box:  ALLEGRO II In-Ear MonitorsCopper+ CableLeather Storage CaseLeather Earphone+Cable StandLeather Storage PouchLeather IEM BagLeather Cable OrganizerMetal Eartip CardCleaning ToolCleaning ClothPLUSSOUND Silicone Eartips (S,M,L)PLUSSOUND Hybrid Eartips (S,M,L)Comply Foam Eartips (S,M,L)Metal Warranty CardDigital Start GuideSigned Thank You Card2 Year Warranty

Mecha in name, mega in sound. Dita Audio returns to the single dynamic driver earphone niche they defined so well. Mecha features a big 10mm lithium-magnesium dynamic driver with a dual magnet system, enhancing macro-dynamics and effortless scale.  For the inner bass-head in you, Mecha moves copious amounts of air to produce bass that plumbs deep, giving you quality and quantity in that arena. Svelte in size, Mecha is absolutely massive in sonic proportions. "From the moment I first put the Dita Audio Mecha in my ears, it has been a delight" to Headfonics. However, this low-frequency monster is not just a brute. Capable of bringing Dita's well-known traits of detail and transparency to the fore as well, Mecha is the complete listening experience. While its bass will immediately grab and shake you, over time its balance across all frequencies could well be what discerning listeners end up appreciating the most. [See Product Desc. For More] Housings are constructed from a single block of precision-machined titanium. Dita designed Mecha to seamlessly integrate all components and design choices, creating an immersive listening experience that is both carefully engineered and dynamic. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Zeppelin & Co. 🎧☕️🤍 (@zeppelinandco) Continuing the tradition of incorporating a new generation of dynamic driver in each titanium product, Mecha introduces the 10mm LiMa-Carbide driver. This driver is directly mounted to the titanium chassis, positioned as close as possible to the sound output nozzle to minimise internal reflections. The 9mm diaphragm, a composite of lithium and magnesium, is more challenging to manufacture than materials like lithium aluminum or standard aluminum. Dita's LiMa-Carbide driver utilises dual magnets to improve efficiency and power handling, resulting in perceptible enhancements across the frequency spectrum, particularly in low-frequency response. A 1mm wide Carbide surround further enhances driver performance through increased linearity, enabling cleaner instrument separation. This design allows for greater extension with minimal distortion, emphasising low frequencies without overshadowing the mid-range response crucial to Mecha's sound signature. Dual venting within the driver design optimises the acoustic chamber. These vents, in conjunction with the chamber volume, achieve a balance between bass response, delicate high frequencies, and rich tonality. Consistent with Dita's practice of including custom-designed cables with its mainline products, Mecha features the "Churro" cable. Named for the anti-tangle ridges along its length, the Churro employs a soft-touch, tangle-free TPE sleeve chosen for its low microphonics and minimal signal degradation. Dita's magic cable – including swappable plugs – comprises monofilament, single-crystal, high-purity, silver-plated copper conductors encased in PE insulation. Perfect for appreciating Mecha through Navigator, any other DAC/amp or music player.  Check out the rest of Dita's releases here, or view all our other earphones here.

When building the ultimate budget earphone, fewer drivers are your friend. And for Advanced AcousticWerks and Z02, that also means better drivers throughout. Z02's highlight is the inclusion of a planar-magnetic driver and all the benefits it brings. Z02's planar-magnetic driver tweeter excels delivering exceptional resolution and a high degree of emotional engagement – backed by a big 10mm graphene dynamic driver that covers a lot of ground. [See Product Desc. For More] AAW has effectively leveraged the capabilities of its driver technology to reproduce each frequency range with remarkable realism and precision, making the planar-magnetic midrange driver the focal point of the Z02's design. Despite the driver's relatively large surface area, AAW' planar unit maintains precise control under its magnetic array, resulting in instantaneous and effortless transient response. This precise control is facilitated by the planar driver's inherent resistance to modal breakup. Furthermore, the thin vibrating surface of the planar driver requires minimal excursion to displace a significant volume of air. Z02's planar driver thus promises a unique combination of presence and articulation that balanced armature drivers typically struggle to achieve. With the increasing prevalence of planar-magnetic drivers in multi-driver IEM configurations, AAW's contribution with the Z02 marks a significant advancement, defining a new era for their entry line. AAW's overall performance is not solely attributable to the planar driver, but rather arises from the synergistic interaction of all its components. A robust dynamic driver is dedicated to reproducing the low frequencies. This driver takes advantage of the dynamic driver technology's excellent excursion capabilities, particularly when coupled with its liquid-silicone rubber surround. AAW's driver's capacity for substantial pistonic motion makes it ideally suited for generating extended bass waves that reach very low frequencies and possess a reverberant quality, giving the Z02's lower registers significant presence and depth. Move higher up with the rest of AAW's range here, or check out our other IEMs here.

The HiBy FC3 is a USB DAC+headphone amplifier, for use with smartphones, computers, etc.  Supports MQA! - ES9281AC Pro DAC - 112mW @ 32Ohms output power - Supports up to PCM 32Bit/384kHz and DSD128 - Supports MQA up to 16x unfolding - RGB indicator light - 3.5m headphone jack - All metal body

--- SOLD! --- Hyla's natural CE-5 successor proves to be the TE-5B (Bass). A mellowed, refined follow-up with a midrange that comes to the fore, Hyla's fans will find reason to embrace the TE-5B (Bass) as an alternative to sit alongside their CE-5s, or an upgrade. The TE-5B is often tested alongside its treble-favouring sister, TE-5T. An old classic looking for a new owner. Who will it be? 

--- SOLD! --- Taking Hyla's classic CE-5 as a platform and upping the excitement and immediacy of the midrange and treble regions, the TE-5T (Treble) was born. Vocals come to the fore, cymbals sizzle, and resolution subtle yet sublime. An old classic. 

Cayin Audio's C201 employs a novel parallel differential matrix DAC architecture with its eight Cirrus Logic CS43198 DAC chips for the modular N6III. It's a motherboard on Headfonia's Recommended Buys list for "great detail ... stereo imaging is excellent". Headfonics concurred. Twister6 praised C201 for its "more resolving tonality and a neutrally revealing signature to extract more micro-details from the sound" – ichos-reviews praising "outstanding technical performance and exceptional sound quality". N6III's FPGA feeds each of C201's DAC chips independently with I2S signals, operating them in mono mode before they are grouped into pairs and paralleled to form full-differential output channels. To ensure optimal performance, each DAC chip benefits from discrete, symmetric power supply and peripheral circuitry. This design minimises distortion and jitter, resulting in enhanced sound density and overall audio quality. [See Product Desc. For More] By precisely aligning the phase of all DACs, Cayin has achieved a significant improvement in the C201's sonic performance. This is an analog output performance that matches the precision of its digital decode, with their operation in balanced differential mode counting on common-mode rejection to cancel out distortion and noise. The larger PCB size that N6III affords means that C201 is able to count on 30 per cent larger board space to keep overbuilding its circuits. This robust nature is typified by the NJU72315 volume controls – these analog attenuators are unbuffered in their basic IC form, leaving the choice of subsequent driver stage to Cayin and allowing N6III to be its quiet best, achieving 130dB of signal-to-noise ratio. This high quality is preserved into your transducers as C201 loads in four Texas Instruments OPA1622s as N6III's output stage. These powerful, precise op-amps supply abundant current and mean N6III promises high damping factor while maintaining low distortion into low impedances typical of IEMs, Focals and Fostexs achieving up to 700mW on its 4.4mm output. Still the closed-loop internal gain remaining after the application of negative feedback around N6III/C201's op-amp IC analog circuit remains high. So where she really shines could be in swinging voltage, opening up the sound of any high-impedance Audio-Technica, Sennheiser and ZMF Headphones while barely breaking sweat. Its fine small-signal component also sees it serve as a line source into Cayin's other hot 2024 release, C9II, allowing you to add tubes and a Class A discrete analog circuit down the line to scale up further. C201 is a fine start to life for N6III and your journey with Cayin's latest mid-range overachiever. As you await the launch of their next audio motherboard, check out the sister E203 for N6III here, the rest of Cayin's gear here, or view our other music players here.

Featuring a modular system that separates the wireless module from the acoustic chamber, this groundbreaking product offers a long-lasting and flexible lifecycle that traditional TWS products cannot achieve. ■Modular System for Long-Term Use: The HSX SeriesDespite recent advancements in TWS sound quality, the short lifespan of built-in batteries and rapid wireless technology updates still necessitate frequent product replacements (ranging from six months to a few years). The HSX Series addressesthis issue by introducing a design where the wireless module and acoustic chamber are detachable. This enables users to extend the product's life by replacing parts or even using the acoustic chamber as a wired earphone, offering unparalleledflexibility and longevity compared to standard TWS products.The modular design also allows the use of metallic enclosures for the acoustic components, which was previously challenging for TWS products. This combination ensures stable wireless connectivity while maximizing the driver unit's performance through the superior acoustic properties of metal housings.■First TWS Product to Feature Acoustune’s Enhanced 3rd-Generation Myrinx DriverThe acoustic chamber, C:01, is equipped with Acoustune’s proprietary enhanced 3rd-generation Myrinx driver. Made from Myrinx, a polymer biomaterial renowned for its acoustic performance and commonly used in artificial skin and surgical sutures, the 10mm Myrinx diaphragm delivers high-resolution sound with an extended dynamic range. The driver was re-engineered specifically for TWS, optimizing chamber volume and pairing it with the DSP of the wireless module. This dedicated tuning unlocks new possibilities for the Myrinx driver in TWS applications.■Wireless Module Co-Engineered with ANIMAThe wireless module, M:01 (Module:01), is co-engineered with ANIMA, a brand experienced in TWS product development. It supports high-quality codecs like LDAC and aptX Adaptive, with plans for future updates to include LE Audio. Integration withthe ANIMA Studio smartphone app allows easy configuration, firmware updates, and access to Advent Voice functionality, enabling voice customisation for operations.■Hybrid Housing: Superior Sound and Reliable ConnectivityThe C:01 (Chamber:01) chamber housing is crafted from aluminum, combining rigidity and lightweight properties. CNC-machined and anodized for durability, the housing provides a sleek aesthetic, smooth fit, and excellent synergy with the Myrinxdriver. The wireless module uses a resin casing for stable connectivity, finished with leather-tone coating for a seamless, premium design. The combination of aluminium and resin ensures lightweight construction, making the HSX1001 both robustand portable.■Future Upgrade OptionsThe HSX Series will offer additional modules, including the M Series (wireless modules) and the C Series (acousticchambers), enabling users to add new functions or explore entirely different sound profiles. Plans also include wiredconnection modules, allowing the acoustic chamber to function as wired earphones for versatile usage.

The ATH-CKS50TW2 builds on the success of the ATH-CKS50TW, the flagship of Audio-Technica's SOLID BASS series, renowned for over a decade of deep bass innovation. This next-gen model combines powerful bass, refined comfort, and cutting-edge convenience with new Magnetic Switch™️ technology—turn off the headphones by attaching them magnetically, no charging case needed. Enjoy up to 25 hours of continuous play on a single charge, with 40 additional hours from the case. Hybrid noise-cancelling technology ensures immersive, personal listening anywhere. Dive into your music like never before.

It was time for a HiBy Music MAX. R6 Pro Max takes their well-loved R6 Pro II and nearly doubles its power output, for big headphones and big sound in a small pocketable package! Twister6 praised "sound performance change on a whole different level". Headfonics "liked how the vocal is delicately presented with sufficient weight and control ... enhanced power benefits the soundstage and vocal line to sound more natural". In fact, R6 Pro Max is the smallest portable player that packs two of ESS Technology's flagship ES9039MPro DAC chips. HiBy's implementation sees richness accompany the resolution, so your music's soul remains at the forefront as you uncover all the details through arguably the most detailed DAC chip available today. R6 Pro Max's renewed form factor allows HiBy to stuff in bigger power supplies and an analog output stage that then transfers all the detail dual ES9039Pros can produce into a huge range of head gear loads – especially high-impedance headphones. Freely pair with an Audio-Technica, Sennheiser or ZMF Headphones then – R6 Pro Max extends HiBy's tremendous value to the realm of big cans in 2025! [See Product Desc. For More] The rich and soulful R6 Pro Max is advertisement for HiBy, and also ESS. ES9039Pro's patented Hyperstream pulse-width modulation technology was already a one-up on standard delta-sigma modulation, and now enters its fourth iteration pushing nigh inaudible high-order distortion levels post-conversion further down.  These eight-channel DACs bring five new digital filters – many with low in-band ripple – to the party for new flavours of sonic reproduction. ES9039Pros pack enough computational horsepower to run their 8x oversampling process in just two passes thus minimising rounding errors – an upgrade on other attempts that use a concatenation of three stacked 2x oversampling passes which compound errors. Perfectly exploiting the dynamic range and distortion headroom these futuristic ESS DACs provide is HiBy's implementation. An eight-channel current-to-voltage I/V conversion stage is built in to preserve the full information from R6 Pro Max's digital decode.  This overbuilt stage is befitting of ESS chips that output in current for best distortion performance, and indeed more expensive players. By treating each of the eight channel current outputs separately before stereo summing, R6 Pro II yields a small-signal stage that is transparent and, most importantly, accurate. HiBy's analog signal is then amplified by powerful op-amp buffers that count on their high open-loop gain to boost power over the preceding R6 Pro II by 80 per cent! This output stage supplies current and means HiBy's muscleman promises high damping factor while maintaining its low distortion into low impedances typical of IEMs, Focals, Fostexs and Rosson Audio Designs. A separately regulated inductor-based power supply ably backs up this potent voltage source. Still the closed-loop internal gain remaining after the application of negative feedback around R6 Pro Max's op-amp IC analog circuit remains high. So where she really shines is in swinging voltage, opening up the sound of any high-impedance, 300ohm Sennheiser and ZMF while barely breaking sweat. All while R6 Pro Max's big 8,200mAH battery keeps you playing back happily for up to 10 hours. While Android 12 software means it's future-proof for Google Play Store app support of Tidal, Spotify and Apple Music, backed by a Snapdragon 665 SOC processor and 6GB of RAM. Explore this ESS attempt at the top for all your needs today, or check out the sister – and still just as relevant – R6 Pro II here if you're eyeing pure IEM listening. Also check out all of HiBy's other gear here, or view our music players here.

This is the open-back headphone from ZMF Headphones that everyone's been dreaming of. Bokeh is the next ZMF that can claim to be portable, its lightweight fidelity a dream companion for your workspace. It's the same ZMF quality and promise of durability sans unwieldy storage case. With customary lifetime ZMF driver warranty especially important as Bokeh Ioen gets put about the rigours of daily life, this is a build and tuning that will stand the test of time. Brought to a new and affordable price point, Bokeh Open is just the latest ZMF that stands to become a classic, bringing their cherished house sound with you on the go whether via USB dongle DAC/amp, music player or small desktop amp. [See Product Desc. For More] An alternative to Audio-Technica's ATH-ADX3000 and Focal's Hadenys, ZMF's new entry-level is greater than the sum of its parts. A new 80ohm Liquid Crystal Polymer driver is pushed to its acoustic limits with proprietary ZMF work, in their patented Atrium Damping System (ADS) first found in the flagship Atrium. All this tuning potential in earcup acoustics extends to Bokeh's owners with new Caldera earpads useful add-on options. Caldera pads bear a special fluted, tapered, horn-shaped design that take on the form of acoustic amplifiers. Leather or suede directly contribute to which frequencies you choose to enhance, making Bokeh such a pleasure because ADS makes it so versatile. Bokeh grants ZMF full control over a soundscape, with internal cavity design challenging the physical limits of linear full-range reproduction –  now with the help of an open-back grille. Acoustic dampers work closely together with driver mounting position for optimal diffusion effects, allowing ZMF to introduce greater perceived soundstage width and depth.  An incredible amount of fine-tuning took place selecting distances within the cup and damping material for optimal airflow, a five-year research and development process before ZMF deemed Bokeh ready to release to the public. Brought to a new point of cost-effectiveness is an 80ohm LCP driver that is the beating heart of Bokeh. It's a load that's simultaneously easy to drive for any partnering amplifier – such that a studio console, mixer or tube amplifier with varying output impedance mates comfortably with suitable damping factor. In fact, ZMF's newborn showcases a nominally flat impedance and thus exhibits the company's DNA, taking to tube amplification with exactly the same aplomb as its bigger siblings. Apart from frequency response being less prone to variation from impedance mismatch, Bokeh's easy load means many modern bridge-tied load outputs on music players won't grind their gears pushing into inordinately low impedances – small power supplies and output stages producing less in the way of distortion and noise as a result. Bokeh will make for a happy result running around the house from iBasso Audio's DC07 Pro, DC Elite and DX180, but high output impedance, imperfect voltage sources from FiiO and Shanling will not be tested untowardly either – music players from the latter both having enough mettle to push this ZMF very satisfactorily.  Settling down from its travels at its natural habitat that is the desk, Bokeh will continue to display sound that belies its cost, scaling into small desktop amps like HiBy Music's FD5, iFi Audio and HIFIMAN.  It's this versatility that really elevates Bokeh beyond the generic releases that otherwise dominates the mainstream. To find out how ZMF craft elevates the headphone hobby check out their other releases here, or view all our other headphones here.

You start off with a base legs that's 2cm, and you choose the next layer based on the height you require: 8/10/18 cm. Each set of stands come with a 30 x 40cm heat dissipating plate. You then decide if you prefer black or silver and you have one neat stack that's neither a make-do hack, nor excessive carpentry. ddHifi also built this for audiophiles with these in mind. + Aluminum for stability + Shock absorbing base legs to reduce vibrations + Heat dissipation on each layer + Aesthetics

PlusSound's Volta is an evolution of Allegro alongside Sonora, and a step further in their mission to develop world-beating IEMs. After a decade of releasing cables to tune the work of other earphone manufacturers, PlusSound have now released a new generation to hit the desired frequency targets themselves. The tri-brid Volta is a new concept redefining what you can expect from six drivers. Tuned neutrally with respect to the Harman curve with elevated isobaric dual dyanamic driver sub-bass, upper mids and electrostatic highs, Volta benefits from PlusSound's experience with tweeter integration. Achieving better integration with the rest of the frequency spectrum, Volta's electrostatic pair benefit from a crossover that's a work of art. Placed within a new ergonomic shell that ensures Volta's drivers always perform as intended into a multitude of ear shapes and sizes, all three types are kept ticking over as one sound, and quietly showcases PlusSound's pedigree as an IEM builder [See Product Desc. For More] PlusSound's brilliance here was designing a crossover that operates at a virtually flat 10ohm impedance and electrical phase. Indeed, said crossover is the platform to perform for Volta's drivers. PlusSound's low-order network feeds both dynamic driver bass and electrostatic treble sections. Their slow frequency roll-off slopes ensure accurate phase reproduction and maximum cohesion in their assigned audible band. And these simpler, lower-order signal paths utilise fewer components such that the crossover saps as little power as possible, ensuring maximum transparency, dynamics and detail reach the bass and treble units. Volta's dual dynamic drivers, operating in push-pull isobaric fashion, are more than capable of keeping up with the extended range they operate in. Both stiff yet well-damped as they rise higher in frequency, these large 10mm drivers are mounted in a 3D-printed acoustic enclosure with a massive rear vent. That aids decompression out of phase, lowering air resistance within their chamber for greater excursion and better drive. PlusSound similarly mounted Volta's electrostat tweeters where they would have maximum effectiveness, albeit with smoother integration with her mid-range balanced armatures. Placed coaxially against the IEM spout for the best directivity, their wide-frequency bandwidth extends up into the ether. Their low-order crossover sees these Sonion electrets enjoy the best sensitivity and power-to-SPL conversion, for audibly excellent dynamic ability. In between are two mid-range balanced armature drivers, this time working under high-order slopes to keep them in their ideal range of reproduction to avoid unduly taxing them. All six drivers are masterfully placed in Volta's shell for maximum frequency and time-domain performance. PlusSound's attention to detail extended to their accessorisation, with custom-designed silicone eartips for ideal acoustics beyond the shell showcasing the technical potential of Volta. The team significantly refined Volta's shape, resulting in a much more comfortable and better-fitting design. Production has also been enhanced with the incorporation of engraving machinery, allowing for intricate patterns to be precisely etched onto each model. PlusSound pushed the boundaries of manufacturing by utilizing advanced 7-axis CNC and engraving machines to create one of the most intricate earphone designs to date. Each shell undergoes a meticulous finishing process, including polishing, anodising, and cryogenic treatment to enhance surface durability and protect against damage from drops.  Volta's all-aluminum housing provides an acoustically inert environment, effectively reducing unwanted vibrations and resonances that can distort the sound. While you're enjoying Volta, experience Allegro here, how you can cable up your other transducers with PlusSound here, or view our other favourite IEMs here.

PlusSound's Sonora is a real crowd pleaser. An evolution of Allegro alongside Volta, this eight-driver co-flagship's U-shaped tuning puts you in the best listening chair for a wide-range of listening genres at incredible yet relaxed fidelity. The tri-brid Sonora is a new concept redefining what you can expect from eight drivers. Tuned according to the Fletcher-Munson curve for great presence at lower listening volumes, elevated isobaric dual dyanamic driver sub-bass and electrostatic highs, PlusSound's newest release never fails to immerse. Headfonics praise a sound that is as unique as its "sound quality and general tuning are stupendous". It goes onto Headfonia's Recommended Buys list. Achieving better integration with the rest of the frequency spectrum, Sonora's electrostatic tweeters benefit from a crossover that's a work of art. They flank four mid-range drivers. And though PlusSound's tuning is never mid-focused, their capable combined SPL means mids are full of detail yet effortless – never strained to produce the demands of your music no matter how intense it gets. Placed within a new ergonomic shell that ensures Sonora's drivers always perform as intended into a multitude of ear shapes and sizes, all three types are kept ticking over as one sound, and quietly showcases PlusSound's pedigree as an IEM builder [See Product Desc. For More] PlusSound's brilliance here was designing a crossover that operates at a virtually flat 10ohm impedance and electrical phase. Indeed, said crossover is the platform to perform for Sonora's drivers. PlusSound's low-order network feeds both dynamic driver bass and electrostatic treble sections. Their slow frequency roll-off slopes ensure accurate phase reproduction and maximum cohesion in their assigned audible band. And these simpler, lower-order signal paths utilise fewer components such that the crossover saps as little power as possible, ensuring maximum transparency, dynamics and detail reach the bass and treble units. Sonora's dual dynamic drivers, operating in push-pull isobaric fashion, are more than capable of keeping up with the extended range they operate in. Both stiff yet well-damped as they rise higher in frequency, these large 10mm drivers are mounted in a 3D-printed acoustic enclosure with a massive rear vent. That aids decompression out of phase, lowering air resistance within their chamber for greater excursion and better drive. PlusSound similarly mounted Sonora's electrostat tweeters where they would have maximum effectiveness, albeit with smoother integration with her quad mid-range balanced armatures. Placed coaxially against the IEM spout for the best directivity, their wide-frequency bandwidth extends up into the ether. Their low-order crossover sees these Sonion electrets enjoy the best sensitivity and power-to-SPL conversion, for audibly excellent dynamic ability. In between are four mid-range balanced armature drivers, this time working under high-order slopes to keep them in their ideal range of reproduction to avoid unduly taxing them. All eight drivers are masterfully placed in Sonora's shell for maximum frequency and time-domain performance. PlusSound's attention to detail extended to their accessorisation, with custom-designed silicone eartips for ideal acoustics beyond the shell showcasing the technical potential of Sonora. The team significantly refined Sonora's shape, resulting in a much more comfortable and better-fitting design. Production has also been enhanced with the incorporation of engraving machinery, allowing for intricate patterns to be precisely etched onto each model. PlusSound pushed the boundaries of manufacturing by utilizing advanced 7-axis CNC and engraving machines to create one of the most intricate earphone designs to date. Each shell undergoes a meticulous finishing process, including polishing, anodising, and cryogenic treatment to enhance surface durability and protect against damage from drops.  Sonora's all-aluminum housing provides an acoustically inert environment, effectively reducing unwanted vibrations and resonances that can distort the sound. While you're enjoying Sonora, experience Allegro here, how you can cable up your other transducers with PlusSound here, or view our other favourite IEMs here.

The new Bose QuietComfort Earbuds deliver exceptional noise cancellation and high-quality sound in a sleek, everyday design. With up to 8.5 hours of battery life, a water-resistant fit (IPX4 rating), and a wireless charging case, they're perfect for any activity. These earbuds feature Bluetooth 5.3 for seamless switching between devices and customizable EQ settings through the Bose QCE app, allowing users to personalize their audio experience. Touch controls make managing music and calls effortless, and voice commands enable hands-free operation. Ideal for travelers, fitness enthusiasts, and multitaskers alike, these earbuds are available in Black and White Smoke.

Nothing shows mastery over a transducer type like multiple types. HEDD Audio prove the foresight to their Air Motion Transformer (AMT) concept with the launch of HEDDPhone 2 GT, the audiophile counterpart to the award-winning HEDDPhone 2. HEDD, the AMT pioneers of 2020, proved they could do it first, and do it, again and again. HEDDPhone 2 GT remains tastefully accurate to the music but refrains from putting it under an audio microscope in the spirit of a recording tool. Instead, GT takes a step back, caressing your ears with an immersive approach to sound that invites you to stop analysing, but rather bask in your music's glory. Still, those desiring a more microscopic view of the musical scene materialising can change out the stock leather pads for the included suede alternatives. Throughout, the technical aptitude of HEDDPhone 2 GT's full-range AMT keeps up with the demands of this tuning departure from the monitoring studio, and into one's lounge chair. [See Product Desc. For More] The beauty of a velocity-based driver, rather than the standard pressure-based type, is only half the story with HEDDPhone 2 GT. With a pleated driver surface area up to three times larger than contemporary dynamic, planar or electrostatic headphones, HEDD's third coming is a benchmark of transparency and audio purity. One of Hi-Fi speakers' most important technologies, the quality promised by an AMT tweeter has always been unquestioned, and HEDD made a full-range, full frequency response one possible with Variable Velocity Transform (VVT) in their first HEDDPhone. Now, HEDDPhone 2 GT adds practicality with its build and design. 25 percent lighter than its predecessor, a patent-pending HEDDband smart strap system allows height, width, curvature and even the clamping pressure to be tweaked to individual head shape for a complete earpad seal – all with HEDDPhone 2 GT still built entirely in Berlin, Germany. HEDD already impressed Head-Fi with the pioneering spirit of the AMT's creator, Oskar Heil, when releasing the first HEDDPhone. Now, bringing the HEDDPhone 2 GT up to 2024 standards of audio quality are specifically positioned layers of damping material around its AMT that yields extension up and down in frequency, as well as elimination of driver crinkling. Rather than moving back and forth as a pressure-type transducer (like 99 per cent of conventional driver technology on the market), HEDDPhone 2 GT's AMT is pleated with magnetic force acting to laterally squeeze air out of the driver's folds as an accordion would – according it the tag of being a velocity-based transducer. That allows air to accelerate towards the ear up to four times faster than a beryllium or diamond dynamic driver of huge rigidity and excursion might. But without the cost, or distortion associated. The AMT's ability to reproduce sound as it was recorded is unrivalled in speakers, and now in headphones. HEDD's VVT technology varies the fold lengths to aid this AMT in producing low frequencies below this tweeter technology's typical threshold of 3Khz, for high-quality, fast and accurate bass. That's an upgraded AMT driver that still retains all of its old spatial advantages, namely excellent horizontal dispersion. Because of that, HEDDPhone 2 GT produces real depth and a sound that truly sounds like it's coming from outside of the head – perhaps most fulfilling the claim that it's almost like listening to true speakers. Additional air compliance really grants breathing room and soundstage over its HEDDPhone 2 sibling, for equally high fidelity just packaged differently. Similarly, included velour earpads allow you to swap with GT's stock leather units for a different tuning. Coming in at 550 grams, HEDD's next major upgrade comes in the form of the HEDDband – lighter in construction, yet stronger and more ergonomic. Built to be adjusted on two axes, the vertical dimension sees owners able to adjust wearing height and curvature via a patent-pending belt secured system. The horizontal dimension also sees width and therefore clamping pressure customisable. So much thought has gone into turning HEDDPhone 2 GT not just into HEDD's most complete product, but one of Head-Fi's barometers of affordable quality made to last with every last detail considered. German-style. Built in Berlin, HEDDPhone 2 comes with a five-year warranty against manufacturer defects. Its accessorisation is something else too. Spare earpads, two cables – one balanced 4.4mm, another 1/4" – and 4.4mm-to-4-pin-XLR adapter all come neatly packed in a travel case so that studio professionals and audiophiles alike may bring HEDDPhone 2 GT to work and to play in equal measure. Reasonably easy to drive for decent amplification, HEDDPhone 2 GT's AMT is now 2dB more sensitive at 89dB/W. Portable behemoths like Cayin Audio's C9ii, Enleum's HPA-23RM and iBasso Audio's PB5 are plenty up to the task. Desktop power will truly unleash this AMT, though. Think of Cayin's iHA-8 or Questyle Audio's CMA18 for that purpose. While HEDDPhone 2 GT's flat impedance make HA-6A, HA-300B MK. II and Feliks Audio's Envy all transformer tube amplifier candidates. There is no ceiling to HEDDPhone's sound quality, and a step up to the Lina – one of the best synergies with dCS Data Conversion Systems' statement headphone amplification system – or Soul 170HA in no way overawes HEDD's flagship. The future is AMT, and the future is now with HEDDPhone 2 GT.  After you check yours out, proceed to explore HEDD's other HEDDPhone concepts here, or view all our other headphones here.

Pasithea is the fruition of Cees Ruijtenberg's vision on what Non-Oversampling (NOS) R2R DACs can achieve, with Sonnet Audio's flagship overcoming the known challenges of this technology. Clear as water, the individual ripples of music are perfectly laid out for you without any murkiness. It joined Twittering Machines' list of Favourite Digital. SoundStage! deem it worth its flagship asking price. Pasithea was a revelation to Alpha Audio. Discover a truly reference DAC like Pasithea present NOS R2R as it should sound, discarding artificial soupy warmth for a clear, uncoloured pasture to music at frequency's extremes. You'll hear the natural micro and macro-dynamics of premium Dutch NOS R2R technology, reproduced faithful to the original file's samples by Sonnet's new top-of-the-line SDA-3 discrete resistor ladder modules – claimed to posses linearity, lower distortion and a noise floor 10 dB lower than the Morpheus. [See Product Desc. For More] No oversampling digital filter stands in the way of music, giving you near-perfect time-domain impulse with excellent phase response, helped by frequency response that doesn't truncate abruptly confined to obeying Nyquist laws. But don't let Sonnet's unprocessed lack of digital additives detract from its technical prowess – Ruijtenberg's and Co-Founder Lion Kwaaijtaal's technique of splitting a datastream's Most-Significant Bits (MSB) from its Least-Significant Bits (LSB) and decoding them separately for extreme dynamic range is proprietary. With a forward correction technique first employed to great effect at Metrum Acoustics, Ruijtenberg repeated the trick at Sonnet. Each of Pasithea's eight SDA-3 DACs contains an FPGA that separates the LSBs from the MSBs. Then, Pasithea increases the level of LSBs and decodes them as if they were MSBs, routed to the same, optimal top half of the SDA-3's resistor ladders. In this way, Sonnet's LSBs are not forced to be decoded at the nominally low bit level where they struggle and are otherwise swamped by switching noise. Splitting and boosting LSB level to be the same as the MSBs – before the former's very loud output is attenuated post-decoding and sewn seamlessly back together to form the whole signal at the right volume – yields an extremely linear DAC. Ruijtenberg's proprietary take led to a DAC that resolves a digital signal linearly down to a staggering -160dB, effectively making Pasithea capable of achieving greater than 24 bits of dynamic range without the use of DSP trickery like dither or noise-shaping.  This additive-free approach yields a sense of real quiet and realistic space between notes, as well as top-to-bottom phase correctness. Micro and macro-dynamics snap into place helped by the slew rate prowess of Pasithea. This kind of natural transparency is preserved by Sonnet's special volume control, achieved by adjusting the reference voltage of its SDA-3 DACs instead of normal attenuation, to preserve its resolution no matter how low or high its pre-amp is set. The extremely analog nature of Sonnet's operation extends to a jumper switch that lowers output by -10dB for use with downstream amplifiers that suffer from excessive gain. Indeed, with a DAC as capable as SDA-3, the demands on Pasithea's analog section are higher than ever. Direct-coupled outputs from Pasithea also means frequency response extends down to DC for deep, natural and taut bass plus all its harmonics. Similarly, the extremely low output impedance of Pasithea's output stage means that it'll drive any downstream amplifier such as Mass-Kobo capably without unwittingly forming a high-pass filter like some oriental R2R DACs – thus yielding an accurate, extended, low-frequency performance expected of a reference piece of equipment. Clever Dutch decoder design continues to keep discrete R2R DACs at the cutting-edge of digital audio this decade, a large portion of which can also be enjoyed on the Morpheus here. Check out all of Sonnet's products here, or our other DACs here.

Take your desktop and Hi-Fi systems to new heights with the Non-Oversampling (NOS) R2R Morpheus DAC from Sonnet Audio, affordable excellence from renowned digital designer Cees Ruijtenberg. Hear NOS R2R as it should be, discarding artificial soupy warmth for a clear, uncoloured pasture to music at frequency's extremes. Clear as water, the individual ripples of music are perfectly laid out for you without any murkiness. Stereophile loved Morpheus so much they bought the review unit. Darko.Audio "boldly asserts that the Morpheus is the most significant DAC Ruijtenberg has brought us to date". It's a Twittering Machines Favourite Digital nominee, and Alpha Audio praise Sonnet's "insane insight" into the music. You'll discover the natural micro and macro-dynamics of premium Dutch NOS R2R technology, reproduced faithful to the original file's samples by Sonnet's four in-house SDA-2 discrete resistor ladder modules. [See Product Desc. For More] No oversampling digital filter stands in the way of music, giving you near-perfect time-domain impulse with excellent phase response, helped by frequency response that doesn't truncate abruptly confined to obeying Nyquist laws. But don't let Sonnet's unprocessed lack of digital additives detract from its technical prowess – Ruijtenberg's and Co-Founder Lion Kwaaijtaal's technique of splitting a datastream's Most-Significant Bits (MSB) from its Least-Significant Bits (LSB) and decoding them separately for extreme dynamic range is proprietary. With a forward correction technique first employed to great effect at Metrum Acoustics, Ruijtenberg repeated the trick at Sonnet. Each of Morpheus' four SDA-2 DACs contains an FPGA that separates the LSBs from the MSBs. Then, Morpheus increases the level of LSBs and decodes them as if they were MSBs, routed to the same, optimal top half of the SDA-2's resistor ladders. In this way, Sonnet's LSBs are not forced to be decoded at the nominally low bit level where they struggle and are otherwise swamped by switching noise. Splitting and boosting LSB level to be the same as the MSBs – before the former's very loud output is attenuated post-decoding and sewn seamlessly back together to form the whole signal at the right volume – yields an extremely linear DAC. Ruijtenberg's proprietary take led to a DAC that resolves a digital signal down to -140dB, effectively making Morpheus capable of achieving 24 bits of dynamic range without the use of DSP trickery like dither or noise-shaping. This additive-free approach yields a sense of real quiet and realistic space between notes, as well as top-to-bottom phase correctness. Micro and macro-dynamics snap into place helped by the slew rate prowess of Morpheus. This kind of natural transparency is preserved by Sonnet's special volume control, achieved by adjusting the reference voltage of its SDA-2 DACs instead of normal attenuation, to preserve its resolution no matter how low or high its pre-amp is set. The extremely analog nature of Sonnet's operation extends to a jumper switch that lowers output by -10dB for use with downstream amplifiers that suffer from excessive gain. Direct-coupled outputs from Morpheus also means frequency response extends down to DC for deep, natural and taut bass plus all its harmonics. Clever Dutch decoder design continues to keep discrete R2R DACs at the cutting-edge of digital audio in 2025, something only surpassed by the flagship Pasithea here. Check out all of Sonnet's products here, or our other DACs here.

The Shokz OpenRun Pro 2 is a premium bone-conduction headphone designed for active users, offering exceptional comfort and safety. It features 10th generation bone-conduction technology, delivering enhanced mids and highs for clearer sound. With up to 12 hours of battery life and a quick-charge feature providing 2.5 hours of use from just 5 minutes of charging, it's ideal for long workouts. Its IP55 rating ensures protection against sweat and splashes, and Bluetooth 5.3 provides stable connectivity. The lightweight 30.3g build ensures maximum comfort for runners, cyclists, and those needing ambient sound awareness​.

Vision Ears unleash Elysium EXT MK II, the same dynamic-electrostatic flagship with enhanced performance and a slimmer nozzle for an easier, more universal fit. It lands right on Headfonia's Recommended Buys list, with Headfonics applauding "the company's most bombastic and 'fun-sounding' IEM ... produces one of the best bass performances in the market". The hype remains about this hybrid, because a big bass dynamic driver and four electrostatic driver complement yield extreme performance at the frequency extremes. Enhanced bass and treble units flank the ever-reliable mid-range dynamic driver that's tuned with an enhanced High-precision Acoustic Levelling Chamber (HALC), featuring Side Tuning Chamber (STC). EXT MK II's mid dynamic driver is where the whole experience meets in the middle, tying the performance of this six-driver Vision Ears flagship together seamlessly. [See Product Desc. For More] Two years were what Vision Ears needed to develop their dream dynamic driver for bass reproduction. Selecting aluminium-magnesium to form a generous 9.2mm diameter, this bass driver works as advertised, providing plenty of presence, drive and rumble in the depths of your music. Hard and stiff as a diaphragm held securely in place by a liquid silicone rubber surround, EXT MK II's bass unit is capable of plenty of excursion while under the full control of a N52 neodymium magnet. Movement remains pistonic till it's time to transition to its smaller 6mm mid-range counterpart. HALC optimises EXT MK II to produce the same mid-range meat that defined Elysium, and STC aids further bringing an enhanced richness to vocals and definition to instruments.  The optimisations to shell shape with EXT MK II adopts the ergonomic work Vision Ears put into VE10 to increase the effectiveness of these acoustic implements. With a more svelte nozzle shape, and a narrower bore accomodating a wider set of ears, a more universally perfect seal is ensured on EXT MK II, allowing HALC and STC to make their effect heard more as intended. Crafted for mid-range frequencies, EXT MK II's 6mm aluminium-magnesium mid driver pushed by double N52 magnets is up to the task. At the optimum size and stiffness to come down in frequency to take over from its bass sibling, before being small and damped enough in turn to pass up to four treble electrostats, this specialised unit gets the job done with minimal cone or modal break-up. That's also thanks to the use of a high-order crossover keeping drivers in their frequency comfort zone without overlap. Finishing the show at the top are four second-generation Sonion tweeters found right at the spout to yield maximum SPL and the most direct path to your ears. Indeed, EXT MK II's unique design isn't just style without substance. Vision Ears were deliberate with placement for the best acoustic network, and the vented rear of their flagship is encased with acoustically-open metal mesh for the largest perception of headspace and soundstage.  Enjoy EXT MK II with the best modern sources to date more than capable of handling its three-way crossover, with Questyle Audio's M15I, the Cayin Audio N6III, HiBy Music R6 Pro II and R8II, as well as iBasso Audio D16, PB5 and DX340.  And what a new arrow to the Vision Ears bow EXT MK II is proving to be, another great way to enjoy the house sound of these personal audio artisans. Browse the rest of our VE collection here, or our other IEMs here.