Hey, last week Google announced Android version 4.1, also called Jelly Bean. One of the cool pieces of news for audiophiles was that this version supports audio output:   USB audio output support allows hardware vendors to build hardware such as audio docks that interface with Android...

Is it possible to replace the MiniBox's battery? Something seems to be wrong with mine. The orange light at the back flickers briefly when I plug in the charger and then nothing appears. It works fine running off mains but when I remove the cord it dies...

This is just something I figured out after a long long time of frustrated Googling, and felt it was worth recording, in the hopes that it might help someone else in five years' time. I bought a Logitech Harmony 200 remote, because my "new" Marantz CD-63SE did not come with a remote, and the...

AntLion Audio were kind enough to send me a review unit of their ModMic headset-attachable microphone. You can read the review at the following link - http://www.vanillatf2.org/2012/01/antlion-audio-modmic-review-and-giveaway/

I received my FiiO D5 today, and have posted a short review on VanillaTF2.org.       Conclusion:   Pros: Swish metal carry case Tiny size Very solid metallic construction Multiple outputs including optical and line-out Cons: Disturbing headphone hiss, even at low...

http://www.buy.com/pr/product.aspx?sku=212930105   Via slickdeals.

The FiiO E7 portable DAC/Amp unit is a highly-anticipated device from this relatively new budget audio manufacturer. Following the popularity of their E3 and particularly their E5 mini amplifier, FiiO is looking to move into higher performance portable amp territory. Coupled with an internal...

I've (hopefully) nabbed a pair of ER-4Ps in the PLAY.com / Amazon UK sale, and I'm terribly excited. I've wanted these IEMs for nearly 5 years now, since way back when I was researching my purchase of the ER-6s and the 4s were retailing at around $250. Back then, the ER-4s were regarded as...

OK, so it's a portable speakers, not quite the right category. Anyway, just got mine. They don't sound great so far... tinny and a lot of echo inside along with almost no bass. I had gathered a fairly positive impression from reading around on the net, so I wonder if these speakers still...

Steve Gutenberg, CNet's audiophile correspondent, is doing a competition in conjunction with The 404 podcast. The 6 best entries win a pair of Golds or Coppers. Listen to today's episode of The 404 for some more info - The 404 Podcast - CNET Blogs. The two categories are pure and spacious...

I just got my hands on a Fuze, and I'm wondering whether it would be worth my while getting a LOD for it. I have an iPod 5G (Video) which I plan to use with an LOD and FiiO E7, but if the Fuze w/ LOD and E7 would be noticeably better then I may consider going with that ... even though a Fuze LOD...

I reformatted my HFS+ (Mac) iPod to FAT32 and installed Rockbox today. I like its ability to drag and drop files onto the iPod without using iTunes, but the experience is seriously marred by its astounding instability. It freezes all the time. When I go into the font menu, the theme menu, the...

Does anybody else here have a gdgt profile? I guess it's kind of like last.fm except for gadgets. You can keep track of what gadgets you have, want, had and discuss and review them. My profile is here : bcpk's profile - gdgt The catalogue is by user addition, so started adding IEMs, Amps...

Subject 1 : Sony MDR-V6, famous for their analytical monitoring sound. Subject 2 : Grado SR60, famous for their rockability. So, uh ...

OK, I've been thinking between the RE0 and HF5. RE0s are £10 cheaper, but I think I would pay the extra money for the HF5 because of their fantabulous isolation. Also the RE0s have twice the impedance of the HF5s which means they're quite quiet unless you buy an extra amp eg a FiiO E1 (£15)...

I just sent this message to Play.com : Quote: Play.com's initial price for the HA-M750s was £52. This was already very expensive for what is a mid-range pair of headphones. They are now £66. HA-M750s are available for $45 in the USA. £66 is $105 USD. Good luck selling them at that...

I am very interested in the Google Nexus One / HTC Passion phone. I was hopeful that I could use it as my DAP instead of my aging iPod Video. The above image is discouraging, to say the least. HTC better have put some serious work into the audio department since the Hero.

A friend linked me to these, seems to be a deal of the day offer ... Play.com (UK) : Ultimate Ears MetroFi 220 vi Noise Isolating Headphones : Electronics - Free Delivery I know they're not fantastic earphones, but I guess they're probably pretty good for that price / availability in Europe.

Are there any? I mean, I just came across a post by a seemingly well-established member that was over 20 lines long. Seems a bit self-indulgent and inconsiderate. On a 1024 x 600 screen there was 0% post, 100% using-sig-as-blog and advertising bloat shown.

I can't be the only person who has TF10s on their way by some 3rd party in the USA ... and a rather harrowing thought has struck me : what happens if they break? I presume their warranty is region-specific, aka I'm screwed?

Could someone tell me where on head-direct I can check the status of my order? I have a tracking number but can't actually find the page to use it with... Thanks.

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My friend is looking for some new earphones for his Zune 120 GB, and I recommended that he buy the RE0 at their current, fantastically-discounted price. However, it is well-known than the RE0s need amping. The Zune rather unfortunately does not have an available LOD so something like an E5 would...

Question for those who bought RE0s recently ... what's the parcel that they come in like? Is it plastered in "Head-Direct" logos etc? I just bought some RE0s and am having them delivered to home (I live away for Uni), but they're a Christmas present for my mother and I don't want her to know...

Quick question here. I bought my girlfriend a pair of NuForce NE-7Ms, expecting them to be noticeably better than my Etymotic ER6s. Was I misled? Nonplussed by them so far, though they are very sexy and more comfortable than the Etys.