True wireless earphones are often considered too mainstream to be audiophile-grade, but some brands and products have tried to strike a balance between good sound and the convenience of the form factor. A simple way to improve sound quality is by supporting advanced Bluetooth codecs, which allow for more data to be transferred between the … Read more
The introduction of high-resolution audio to Apple Music in 2021 boosted the already active audiophile movement, and increased interest in budget audiophile kit such as wired earphones and digital-to-analogue converters. While there are plenty of options available in India for under Rs. 5,000, many of these products originate from China. That’s how the products that … Read more
Before Bluetooth and wireless headphones became a big deal, Audio-Technica was a popular name in the business of wired consumer headphones. That’s not to say that the Japanese brand has lost its relevance, but some of its new products seem to rely heavily on nostalgia and the proven credentials of some of its popular models … Read more
Audiophiles on a budget are spoilt for choice thanks to plenty of excellent, affordable IEMs from various brands based in China, that are available in India. A lot of these ‘Chi Fi’ brands come and go, but one particular brand has stuck around for a while and has consistently produced excellent, value-driven products. Moondrop is popular for … Read more
While most mainstream personal audio brands have pivoted towards a wireless future, Sennheiser is perhaps the only major brand to continue earnestly on its wired audio portfolio, while also working on competitive wireless products. This also means that it’s among the few big names with products made for audiophiles, including wired headphones and earphones across price points. … Read more
In recent years, the audiophile hobby has become considerably more affordable for beginners, attracting many more people to the fold. This is because of the rapid growth and global spread of ‘Chi-Fi’; entry-level IEMs from China look and sound pretty good, and don’t cost too much either. The emergence of good portable DACs has also … Read more