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Audio Nerds vs. Audiophile TikTok
DMS and GoldenSound are among most optimistic audiophiles on our team, so we figured it would be funny to subject them to "audiophile" TikTok to see how quickly their optimism turned to despair. Spoiler: It didn't take long.
What You Need to Know When Buying Wireless Headphones
Join Fc-Construct as he discusses what makes wireless headphones unique compared to wired ones. Learn what matters for sound quality and wireless features to make informed buying decisions.
Sony's Newest WH1000XM6 LEAKED?!
Listener's here to give you the download on all of the most important things you need to know about what may end up being the new best wireless headphone on the market.
How To Get THE BEST Headphone Purchase Advice
Listener's here to share how YOU can ensure that you get the best headphone recommendation possible.
What Headphone Reviewers AREN'T Telling You
Ever wonder if there are any relevant pieces of information that most audio reviewers are leaving out of their reviews? The answer is yes, so Resolve is here to break down what exactly reviewers are leaving out of reviews, and why.
The Most Important Spec You’re Not Paying Attention To - Output Impedance Explained
Ever wonder why your favorite headphone or IEM sounds bad on some devices? Welcome to the most important spec you're not paying attention to - output impedance.
The Coffee Shop HiFi Setup Challenge!
Which of our lovely reviewers can put together the best (and least conspicuous) headphone setup for getting work done at a coffee shop? Watch to find out!
Your Headphones Might Be Butchering Your Music (Why I do what I do)
Join Resolve as he discusses why he's into headphones and what brought him to the headphone hobby.
Stop Ruining Your Headphone Bass Right Now
Resolve likes bass. Resolve wears glasses. If you don't already see the problem, you NEED to watch this video, where Resolve breaks down the best ways to handle the sonic compromises inherent to wearing glasses when so many headphones require a seal to sound their best.
This Guy Made Some of the Best Headphones EVER!
If you've already changed the very meaning of what an "audiophile headphone" is, where do you go from there? Resolve caught up with Axel Grell—now of Grell Audio—at CanJam NYC to find out.
DMS interviews Sennheiser at regarding the HD 505 Copper Edition
Sennheiser's HD 505 is finally here, but DMS has questions for Sennheiser. Join him and Sennheiser's PR Manager Eric Palonen as they discuss the new HD 505 and what this release means for Sennheiser's lineup going forward.
A Walk Through CanJam: NYC 2025 Fc-Construct Edition
Join Fc-Construct as he wanders through CanJam NYC 2025 and shares his hands-on impressions of 8 noteworthy headphones and 15 interesting IEMs. Your next piece of gear might be in here!
The Headphone Show's Audiophile Test Tracks
Audio reviewers Resolve, DMS, GoldenSound and Listener give their audiophile playlists, both for testing new gear and the music they enjoy.
Soundstage Is (Much) More Complicated Than You Think
Many listeners end up disappointed upon hearing the best headphone soundstage, realizing it's not as big a game-changer as they'd expected. Join listener as they discuss why soundstage is more complicated than we think, and how audiophiles can better manage their expectations and understand this elusive quality.
The craziest headphones you've ever seen! — CanJam SoCal 2024
The headphones.com team heads to CanJam SoCal for another year of headphone madness.
CanJam SoCal 2024 - Precog's Show Report
Precog makes the annual trip to CanJam SoCal. Did he hear any IEMs that caught his ear this year?
A Survival Guide to Your First Audio Show
It's your first audio show and you're wondering what you should know. Our IEM reviewer Precogvision breaks down his experience and his tips for maximizing your experience.
Making the MOST powerful iPod
DMS loves his iPod. So much so that he willingly subjected himself to a condensed, time-crunched development hell in order to make something cool—The Most Powerful iPod—and have it ready in time for CanJam SoCal 2024.
What does an amplifier actually do?
What is an amplifier, why do you need one? And what do they even do?