Category: Open Back Headphones

Sendy Audio Apollo Review – Mood

Superb all-day comfort and an attractive design makes this suitable for lovers of a rich, V-shaped sound with zero midrange intensity.

Grado RS-1x Review – Fortified

While Grado headphones have become more of a niche proposition, within this niche, they remain essentially unchallenged, and the RS-1x is the most Grado, Grado headphone yet.

Rosson RAD-0 Review – The Specialist

The RAD-0 isn’t a headphone I can recommend for its versatility, but one that carves out a niche with a unique, highly technical sound that makes it unrivalled for select genres of music.

Audeze LCD-5 Review – Rejuvenation

Should you want for a comfortable open-back headphone with a hyper-detailed, achromatic sound, the LCD-5 deserves exclusive recommendation.

DROP + Sennheiser PC38X review – Game Changer

Combining all day comfort and integrated coms with a balanced and spacious sound from essentially any source, it is hard to deny the versatility and value provided by the PC38X.

Final D8000 Pro Review – Zen

The D8000 Pro meticulously balances summit-fi technicality with an inviting, balanced and genre-flexible tonality that I haven’t yet heard in such equal measure.

Grado SR325X Review – The Intangibles

The tonality on display showcases a gorgeous colouration; it’s a snappy and immediate sound with satisfying energy. With its newfound balance and lower-register warmth, the SR325X is more genre versatile than ever.

Sivga Phoenix Review – The Charmer

Though its unique combination of qualities and thoughtful execution, the Phoenix is able to carve out a reasonably uncontested niche in the audio market for bass lovers who still value clear vocals and a spacious soundstage.

Audeze LCD-X Review – Blast from the Past

The LCD-X is an invaluable tool for those prioritising balance and authenticity – a headphone that doesn’t draw attention but rather places a spotlight on the style and colouration of elements surrounding it.

HEDD Audio HEDDphone Review – Coup d’etat

I applaud HEDD for perfectly balancing long-term listenability and huge resolving power in their modern masterpiece.

Audeze LCD-1 Review – Mindfulness

The LCD-1 provides a balance of qualities and conveniences unmatched by immediate competitors.

Hifiman Sundara Review – Outstanding is the New Standard

Pros – Well-balanced signature, Comfortable, Very coherent imaging, Nice build quality Cons – Mediocre sub-bass extension Verdict – The Sundara … Continue Reading Hifiman Sundara Review – Outstanding is the New Standard

Grado Labs RS2e – The ‘Little’ Reference Grado doesn’t play 2nd fiddle…

Pros – Energetic, lively mid-forward tone is an instrument-lover’s delight Feather-light construction Timeless, old-world mahogany + leather design Value-pick of … Continue Reading Grado Labs RS2e – The ‘Little’ Reference Grado doesn’t play 2nd fiddle…