A Jack of most trades Introduction iFi Audio is a company that specializes in various types of audio gear, such as: home audio, portable audio, power, cables, and accessories. The company has created a device that is a Jack of all trades, and is very good for those who want a highly capable music streamer. This music streamer is called the NEO Stream. Versatile connections Inputs Dual-band Wi-Fi reception (2.4GHz and 5GHz) with 802.11a/b/g/n/ac support Gigabit Ethernet (LAN) – 1x RJ45; 1x M12; 1x Optical LAN (see below for more information) 2x...

1MORE EVO Review Thank you to Mr. Black and Mr. Noyd for the EVO in exchange for the review. This review is also on hypethesonics.com under their Headphone Repository (1MORE EVO - MiniHype). The Nitty Gritty The 1MORE EVO might be just another set of true-wireless bluetooth earbuds, were it not for one rather interesting feature, which could one day be a game changer. The EVO has 'SoundID', powered by Sonarworks. Through a series of A/B preference tests, the 1MORE Music app steers the frequency response toward the user's personal...

Questyle CMA Fifteen Review Thanks in advance to Jim Noyd and Cameron Black for loaning the Questyle CMA Fifteen for review. The main "MiniHype" review is also posted on hypethesonics.com. The Questyle CMA Fifteen (hearby referred as CMA Fifteen) is an incredibly versatile desktop DAC/Amp that looks nice and utilitarian, with a clean black finish, appropriate for a family room or even a main bedroom. The CMA Fifteen offers multiple connectivity options (such as optical, USB and Bluetooth), a ‘bias’ selection and a choice of gain suitable for...

Questyle M12 (Mobile DAC/Amp) Review The box with USB-C to Lightning cable Instructions, and such... This is a DAC/Amp that I believe is worthy of its $139 price tag. How come? You’ve got not only the extremely resolving mobile DAC/amp that gives you an utterly coherent sound, but you don’t have to worry about the use of on-amp buttons or dials, as the smartphone/device/laptop in use is what is used to provide the volume and other settings. The USB-C to Lightning cable that I used to connect the M12 to my iPhone XS Such a slim...

1MORE ComfoBuds Z Review This is a true comfort bud, as it is best to help assist with your sleep. There are no real on-earbud buttons to mess with, you control the earbuds with the 1MORE app and your smartphone/device. You can choose the various “Soothing Sounds” in the 1MORE app: Breeze, Drizzle, Medium Fire, Spring Water, Summer Rain, and Thunderstorm. My favorite is probably “Breeze”, since it most resembles pink noise to me. The sound is a bit more subdued than the more powerful ComfoBuds Pro, but I would say these fit a bit more...

1MORE ComfoBuds Pro Review A melding of a smooth and balanced sound, with a very good use of ANC as an option. This earphone is great if you want to drown out the sounds of your kids and possibly loved one, but make sure that you are looking around for them so they won’t completely complain to you! The case is very nice, as it offers an easy way to remove the earbuds (push at the lighted tip and pull up the earbud end). The 5! Listening modes are what set this earbud pair apart from most wireless earbuds, in my opinion. The modes are...

Thanks to Tronsmart for providing the Apollo Air for free in exchange of my thoughts. My main brief review is in my @moedawg140 Instagram account, here: https://www.instagram.com/p/CQK5YwqhTrm/ Basically, for the price, custom sound, uniquely useful modes, great sound, coupled with a price that won't break the bank at a price that's a fraction of most other mainstream brands, the Tronsmart Apollo Air is a very good choice to make! Some photos for your viewing pleasure: Take care, and enjoy your Apollo Air!

Tronsmart Apollo Bold Review Thanks in advance to Tronsmart for providing the Apollo Bold free of charge for the review. This is a very good Bluetooth in-ear headphone with good noise isolation. You’ve got an earphone with a comfortable fit, a smooth, balanced sound with a nice bass lift to it, and what I enjoy probably the most out of it, the ANC. There’s a marked difference with or without ANC enabled, and having ANC enabled allows me to enjoy whatever I’m listening to without having to crank up the volume to really hear what the person is...

Tronsmart Onyx Ace Review Thanks in advance to Tronsmart for providing the Onyx Ace and case free of charge for review. Do you like the "thin pipe" design of Apple's AirPods Pro but not the exorbitant $250 price tag? We all know that there are a bunch of less-expensive alternatives. The Tronsmart Onyx Ace is another one, and these are at a great price. I wore these for a few hours the other day while listening to my favorite podcast. How’s the sound quality? Very good, given the price. As long as you are able to obtain a good inner-ear seal (a...

Questyle Audio QP2R Review *photo courtesy of Moon Audio Hi everyone, It is such a blessing to be here on Head-Fi to briefly share my thoughts on the QP2R, especially when comparing it to the QP1R, and sharing my opinion(s) if I believe the QP2R is worth it over the QP1R. Disclaimer: I received the QP2R for free for exchange of my thoughts about the product. The QP2R utilizes one Micro SD card slot so the player can accommodate the Balanced connection. Purchasing as large of storage capacity card as possible shouldn't be too big of a...

Questyle Audio QP2R Review *photo courtesy of Moon Audio Hi everyone, It is such a blessing to be here on Head-Fi to briefly share my thoughts on the QP2R, especially when comparing it to the QP1R, and sharing my opinion(s) if I believe the QP2R is worth it over the QP1R. The QP2R utilizes one Micro SD card slot so the player can accommodate the Balanced connection. Purchasing as large of storage capacity card as possible shouldn't be too big of a sacrifice of the second Micro SD card slot the QP1R utilizes. Also, the internal memory of the...

Bliiq Hummingbird Wireless Earphone Review A bit of a background about me. I am Maurice Washington, otherwise known as moedawg140 on Head-Fi and Instagram. I have spent countless hours and several years in the audio field, not only attending the perennial audio events around the world, but listening to many products and reviewing them in the process. Last year, I had an aneurysm and brain tumor removed in Germany, and I am currently in recovery. My listening is not perfect (no one’s is), but I hear well enough to pass multiple hearing tests. I was...

Review: Sensaphonics 3D-U AARO System - 3D-2 Before I start the review, I would like to thank Sensaphonics for the complementary system. Introduction It has been a full circle up to this point with regards to Sensaphonics in more ways than one. Not only with regards to the Sensaphonics Custom Sleeves for the Shure SE846 which was my very first review on Head-Fi, but with regards to the fact that there is a product out on the market from Sensaphonics that is an evolution of audiophiles and music lovers’ favorite pastime: listening to music...

Review: 1MORE Dual Driver LTNG ANC In-Ear Headphones Before I start the review, I would like to give thanks to 1MORE for providing the complementary earphone. The review thread is also here, for easier and more effective discussion: https://www.head-fi.org/threads/review-1more-dual-driver-ltng-anc-in-ear-headphones.859512/ 1MORE is a company that is committed to excellence, with available products that allow more of the public to be introduced to gear that punches above their price points, and sounding very good in the process. One of these...

Review: Campfire Audio Andromeda and Snugs Only Before I start the review, I would like to give thanks to Mr. Ball and Mr. Jobin, for providing the complementary Andromeda and Snugs Only, respectively. Introduction Wow - it has been quite the whirlwind from the point that I’m writing this, from the first time I was introduced to the company. I didn’t know too much about ALO and Campfire Audio since a couple of years ago when I listened to their products at T.H.E. Show, Newport Beach, so I inquired with Mr. Ball to learn a little bit more...

Review: Massdrop x MEE Audio Pinnacle PX IEMs Before I start the review, I would like to thank Massdrop for the complementary earphone. The main review is also located here: https://www.head-fi.org/threads/review-massdrop-x-mee-audio-pinnacle-px-iems.857691/ Introduction Massdrop has released several headphone and IEM MEE Audio products over the course of time. I purchased two of Massdrop’s Bluebox MEE Audio IEMs, which gives you a chance to get different MEE Audio IEMs, some worth more than others. I wound up getting the MEE Audio M9...

Review: Massdrop x NuForce EDC In-Ear Monitors Before I start the review, I would like to thank Massdrop for the complementary earphone. The review thread is located here: https://www.head-fi.org/f/threads/review-massdrop-x-nuforce-edc-in-ear-monitors.854273/. Introduction Massdrop is back at it again - this time with a budget-friendly IEM. Their premise is that this specific NuForce is designed to be carried every day with you, as Massdrop has added the “EDC” or otherwise known as “Every Day Carry”. I’ll take a closer look at this IEM to...

Review: Dekoni Audio Massdrop x Fostex TH-X00 Premium Earpadz Lineup with Comparisons Before I start the review, many thanks to Mr. Takaichi of Massdrop and Mr. Kocen of Dekoni Audio for arranging and sending the complementary earpads to me. The main thread of the review is created as well so it is easier to read and respond: https://www.head-fi.org/f/threads/review-dekoni-audio-massdrop-x-fostex-th-x00-premium-earpadz-lineup-with-comparisons.853611/ Introduction It was an overcast, yet warm day at the LA Audio Show a couple of weeks ago...

Review: Ultimate Ears Reference Remastered                  Before I start the review, I would like to thank Ultimate Ears for the complimentary IEM.       You've heard about Ultimate Ears - they are a custom in-ear and lifestyle company that caters to musicians and audiophiles alike.  If you haven't heard about them, it's all good, you'll learn a bit about them today.     This review will be a bit different from my others, as this will be more of an experience with pictures review than an uber detailed impressions with comparisons...

Review: Archeer A226 Portable Outdoor Bluetooth Speaker         Before I start the review, I would like to thank Archeer for the complementary speaker.     Introduction   Archeer was a company that I didn't have much knowledge with before I was asked originally to review a bicycle speaker, and while it probably sounds pretty good I didn’t feel a need for it since I don’t personally bicycle ride anymore.  I saw that Archeer offered a Bluetooth speaker on Amazon, so instead of going with the bicycle speaker, they were able to send me an...