News
TEKST + JLabs Collaboration: Limited Edition Bambora headphones
JLab Audio partnered with TEKSTartist this month to release a limited edition of their Bambora over-ear headphones! The artwork comes from the anonymous artist whose 2012 project is intriguing to say the least. He calls it a “Daily Art Piece” project, but there is a twist: each day, the price of the new artwork goes up [...]
1964Ears V6 custom IEMs available for $650 (limited introductory price)
Word first broke of this headphone back in June, but 1964Ears says the V6 has been in development for 2 years. Released just last month, the V6 features a 6-driver, 3-way driver layout with two balanced armature drivers at each primary frequency range (lows, mids, highs). Features and accessories are what you would expect of [...]
Astro releases 2013 Edition MixAmp Pro and A40
Fresh off the debut of their wireless A50 gaming headset, Astro has released updated versions of the A40 headset and their flagship product, the MixAmp Pro. The 2013 Editions feature several new improvements, yet the price remains the same at $249.99 for the bundle. This also means a price drop to $199 for the old [...]
Profile Magazine interviews Val Kolton, founder of V-Moda
V-Moda has come a long way over the past few years. Since its entrepreneurial beginnings in 2006 as the maker of a single fashion-minded earphone, the company has propelled itself into a well-respected brand among consumers and audiophiles alike. Val Kolton, the owner/CEO of V-Moda (and also a DJ/producer), has been been the primary driver [...]
Recommendations
Best Gaming Headphones & Headsets
Read our full guide to buying surround sound gaming headphones, plus some great tips and recommendations!
Best Studio Headphones for Recording/Mixing
Welcome, musicians! Finding proper studio gear can be a daunting endeavor. With so many options out there, it can be difficult to properly narrow down the playing field and make the “right” choice. Well our aim is to make the headphone part of that journey as simple and painless as possible. We have broken down [...]
Coolest looking headphones
Check out our list of the coolest looking headphones, featuring everything from cheap customizable earbuds to the legendary Sony Qualia 010.
Best Active Noise Cancelling Headphones
Tired of crying babies and engine noise on airplanes? Looking for a pair of office headphones to block out the loud voices of your co-workers? Your problem is close to being solved. Here will find what I think are the best noise canceling headphones on the market.
Featured Deals
BOGO Velodyne vPulse (Great $99 Earphones) on Election Day
Velodyne is having an Election Day special on their $99 vPulse earphones: buy one, get one free with free shipping! Add 2 vPulse headphones (any color) to your cart and use coupon code ELECTIONDAY (offer only valid on the official Velodyne website). Retail price is $99 and they have gotten great reviews all across the [...]
Philips CitiScape Downtown (Grey, Purple, Brown) w/ mic – $45-$50
Ben’s Outlet is offering the Philips CitiScape Downtown in grey (with in-line microphone) for $45 with free shipping! If you are looking for the purple or brown versions, Amazon has them at ever-so-slightly more expensive prices: $47 and $50 respectively. We included the CitiScape Downtown on our list of best portable headphones because of their [...]
Brainwavz Beta back on sale at Amazon… $13!
In case you missed it back in April, the deal is back at Amazon! $13 for one of the best budget IEMs, plus free super saver shipping. The Brainwavz Beta utilizes a half in-ear design unlike most earphones and pushes a clear, balanced sound. You can’t go wrong for this price! Not an impulse buyer? Read [...]
It is “Headphones Month” at Amazon!
August is a month devoid of any official holidays, so Amazon has decided to bring some cheer and excitement to your audio life by announcing August as Headphones Month! Throughout the month, there will be specials on headphones with up to 60% savings on normal list price (I crossed out the 60% because they obnoxiously [...]
Contests & Giveaways
Zipbuds “Friends with Benefits” Giveaway
For a chance to win one (1) Zipbuds Prize Pack (iPad 2 + Zipbuds FRESH Earphones), you must submit your entry by 3:30 p.m. PST on Friday, August 17, 2012. Entrants must be eighteen (13) years of age or older. Instructions on how to enter are below. “Like” the Zipbuds Facebook page, enter through the [...]
Klipsch Headphone-A-Week Giveaway 2012
Klipsch is giving away a pair of Image S4′s each week for the rest of the year! Plus, shortly after New Year’s 2013, there will be a grand prize winner who will receive an RF-7 II Home Theater System which sells for about $6,500. You can sign up here on Klipsch’s Facebook Page. Thankfully with [...]