Tag: headphones
Want to get into audiophile-grade sound? I’d start with these excellent yet affordable wired earbuds
I’m here to share some Meze with you – no, not some delicious small plates – something even better. Instead, I’m talking about the Meze Audio Alba – a pair of affordable yet excellent-sounding in-ear monitors (IEMs) that I’d highly recommend to anyone getting into the audiophile space. If you…
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I tried out some super-cheap wired headphones – they put the bass in ‘bargain basement’
The Sony MDR-ZX110 are an absurdly cheap pair of wired headphones from the audio giant. Sitting at the absolute opposite end of the spectrum to its premium, cutting-edge WH-1000XM6 wireless headphones, these are seriously old school, coming with few features, an undeniably economy build and wired, analog sound. But given…
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These $30 JBL headphones give you plenty of battery life for your buck
You don’t need a hundred bucks to get a perfectly good set of Bluetooth headphones. Right now, you can get the JBL Tune 510BT at Amazon for just $29.95 (was $49.95). That’s $5 more than they were on Black Friday, but it’s close enough that it’s still worth shouting out.…
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I have small ears and sensory issues, and I’m delighted we’re getting better fit options from our earbuds
When Apple unveiled the latest AirPods Pro 3, there was plenty to get excited about, like the new heart rate sensor and live translation. But for me, the most exciting upgrade wasn’t flashy at all. It was comfortable and foamy. I’ve been told by more than one consultant that my…
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The highly-rated Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 are back to a record-low price at Amazon
Need a pair of workout earbuds that’ll stay put? Consider the Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 at Amazon for a record-low price of $199.95 (was $249.95). At $50 off, this is the cheapest the Powerbeats Pro 2 has ever been, and a fantastic offer for some top fitness earbuds. Also, all…
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I tested these affordable IEMs and they’re the ultimate entry-level option for audiophiles – here’s why
Why you can trust TechRadar We spend hours testing every product or service we review, so you can be sure you’re buying the best. Find out more about how we test. Meze Audio Alba review In Romanian, the word ‘Alba’ translates to ‘first light’. Instantly, this makes me think of…
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