From DUNU
LUNA is the world's first pure beryllium rolled foil diaphragm flagship dynamic in-ear. As our flagship product, LUNA was tuned to a reference sound signature --- deep and natural imaging, even and smooth from top to bottom, and maximized for extension at both ends. The result is the most supremely detailed, transparent, sumptuous sounding earpiece ever crafted by DUNU. It is our best representative of beryllium’s full sonic potential, and we are absolutely thrilled to have everyone experience LUNA.

We partnered with Hangzhou-based designer and long-time audiophile Moses Xu and his team at Zinc Studio & Audio Salon for the industrial design.

LUNA is a story within itself, reflecting the spirit of the first moon landing 50 years ago, and elevating the manner in which in-ear monitors are perceived.

「玥」is the representative Chinese character for the LUNA, signifies a heavenly, pearlescent gift from the gods. From this luminous, round canvas, Xu worked to elevate every design element for the LUNA, blending them seamlessly with an overarching moon landing theme.

Heavenly Pearl

LUNA’s circular, concave faceplate serves as a physical representation for the changing albedo of the moon across each moon phase, while the asymmetric lip delineates waxing and waning crescentic shapes.

The outer facet of LUNA’s CNC body of custom-formed titanium alloy is sandblasted to reflect subtle specular highlights, just as the craterous central concavity draws in a penumbra of shadow.

The inner facet of the body preserves distinct lines created by the machining process, creating natural contour lines much like a topographic map. Functionally, the concave recess and slanted lip allow LUNA to be inserted and removed comfortably.

Man & Moon

Whereas the body of the LUNA is contoured, the beveled edges of the cable connector interface represent a more technical facet to the moon theme --- an abstract representation of the Apollo spacecraft.

Transitioning from man-made starkness to celestial fluidity, the smooth, domed end cap serves as a point of transition from human engineering to planetary body.

From the side, with cables attached, one can make out the profile of an orbital path taken to the moon. Finally, when turned on its side, custom-made blue silicone tips serve as a reminder of Earth as seen from the Moon.

Titanium Housing

LUNA's housings are precision machined entirely from a custom-modified grade 5 titanium alloy.

Known for its structural integrity, grade 5 titanium alloy, also known as Ti-6Al-4V and TC4, is notable for its prevalent, workhorse-type use in aerospace and other industries where the strength of titanium is its highly important.

But we reformulated this alloy with a custom-modified composition of rare earth metals to minimize the ringing properties of titanium. Doing so allowed DUNU to bring out the natural, ‘colorless’ timbre of its one-of-a-kind driver.

Machined Topography

The inner facet of the housing bodies preserves distinct lines created by the machining process, creating natural contour lines much like a topographic map.

The moon is packed with copious amounts of precious Titanium ore, and these contours delineate a denuded surface landscape that defines LUNA.

Structural Integrity

Every component of LUNA's housings has been carefully considered, to maximize structural rigidity and to minimize cavitary resonances.

Our parts tolerances have been shrunken down to the smallest possible to ensure that its components, like those in a moonfaring spacecraft, are securely sequestered from the environment.

Genuine Beryllium

The acoustic grade rolled foil beryllium at the heart of LUNA's 10 millimeter speaker module is sourced from Materion Corporation (née Brush Wellman Electrofusion), the world's foremost extractor and processor of beryllium metals.

Beryllium is believed to be the ideal speaker material. An extremely high stiffness-to-mass ratio (high Young's modulus, low density) allows beryllium to possess a very high speed of sound at over 12,000 meters per second, around two and a half times faster than other commonly used cone/diaphragm materials like aluminum.

The very low Poisson's ratio of beryllium potentiates its ability to maintain pistonic motion of the driver, even at the edges of a diaphragm, and in turn preserves the imaging properties of the music being reproduced. The very high Debye temperature of beryllium also means the lattice structure of the beryllium metal is retained even at very high frequencies, translating to remarkable treble evenness. All these unique properties of beryllium enable audio designers to gain extra octaves of clean, non-distorting, non-ringing, high-resolution sonic output at both ends of the sonic spectrum.

Suspension and Mounting

A one-of-a-kind diaphragm material begets an one-of-a-kind driver design. The major engineering hurdle DUNU had to overcome during the development of the LUNA was the process of getting the rolled foil beryllium diaphragm to be bonded circumferentially to a very thin polyurethane suspension.

Doing so required formulating bespoke glues, lightweight and thin enough so as not to impact the total weight of the acoustic system, and reliable enough to be glued evenly against a very thin lip and still confer enough durability to sustain the immense mechanical energy delivered during driver excursion.

Absolute Control

To harness and control the motion of the beryllium foil, LUNA's N52 Neodymium magnetic system was custom-ordered to impart much higher magnetic flux across the European-imported CCAW voice coil, especially when compared to conventional magnet systems.

Engineered Reference

To prove our driver design, we carried out high-speed vibrometry of LUNA's pure beryllium foil driver at a third party site.

With fully preserved pistonic motion across the entire driver, it only made sense that LUNA was tuned to a reference sound signature --- deep and natural imaging, even and smooth from top to bottom, and maximized for extension at both ends.

The result is the most supremely detailed, transparent, sumptuous sounding earpiece ever crafted by DUNU, and our best representative of beryllium’s full sonic potential.

• FREQUENCY RESPONSE: 5 Hz - 40 kHz
  
• TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION: 0.2% at 1 kHz
  
• NOMINAL IMPEDANCE: 16 Ω
  
• SENSITIVITY: 110 dB at 1 kHz
  
• DRIVE MODULE: 10 mm Acoustic-Grade Pure Beryllium Rolled Foil with Polyurethane Suspension
  
• HOUSING MATERIAL: Titanium Alloy, Grade 5 (Ti-6Al-4V, TC4, with modified rare earth metal formulation)
  
• NET WEIGHT: 10.3 g
• CABLE LENGTH: 1.2 m
  
• CABLE MATERIAL: Mixed Strands of Furukawa Electric Ohno Continuous Cast (OCC) Copper & DHC Silver, with Silver-Plated OCC Copper Shield Surround
• CABLE CONNECTOR: Patented Catch-Hold® MMCX Connector
  
• PLUG CONNECTOR: Patented DUNU Quick-Switch Modular Plug System

From Burson Audio
Some DAC/Amps claim to give you the front row experience in exchange for less soundstage. Others promise a 3D soundstage in trade for fewer details. The Conductor simply gives you everything in the recording, without sugar-coating, the good and sometimes the ugly. You can locate a tapping foot on the stage while enjoying that lingering vibration of air after a keystroke.

Advanced Digital

The Conductor uses the SABRE32/ESS9038Q2M DAC and XMOS USB receiver chips, the most advanced and expensive in the industry. Its Customised USB driver by Thesycon Germany ensures low latency bit-perfect audio playback. The result is incredible processing power, accurately playing back DSD512 and 38bit/786khz audio.

It also features a Qualcomm/CSR8675 Bluetooth 5.0 receiver. Playing back at 24bit/96khz with aptX HD audio codec. , it pushes sound quality and ease of use to the highest level.

Max Current Power Supply

The Conductor Performance features the same Max Current Power Supply (MCPS) that has made the Conductor Reference legendary.A technology developed, owned and used exclusively by Burson Audio, the MCPS raises voltage frequency from 50Hz to 170kHz, pushing noise beyond human hearing. It completely overcomings the disadvantages of both linear power supplies and conventional switching power supplies, resulting in incredible dynamic and micro-details.

The Cool Case

We like to turn Class-A amplifiers from monsters with heat-fins into elegant, desktop-friendly machines, and we do it through the Cool Case. Made from high-density aluminum and electroplated to space-grey, the Cool Case is a unified heat-sink keeping the Class-A Conductor cool and optimized. Critics such as Headfonics called it “the new standard” in the audio industry.

Having a footprint that is 30% less than the Conductor Reference and a volume similar to a lunch box, it is beautiful but unobstructive. Take it to work, and no one will raise an eyebrow.

Opamp Rolling Fun

The Conductor Performance comes with Burson V6 Vivid discrete opamps. But don’t let us or anyone dictate your listening experience. The Conductor encourages opamp rolling with gold plated DIP8 sockets along its signal path. With hundreds of audio opamps out there, you have the freedom to tailor your listening experience to your preference.

The Sound

While our Conductor Reference is like Huge Jackman in Kate and Leopold, the completed package, the Conductor Performance is the shredded Wolverine. It’s still him but stripped down! Power and total control of that power will be the overwhelming first impression. It energises every note and space in between, bringing accuracy and micro-details. The C3 performance is for the perfectionist who works hard and plays harder.

Measurement		Package Content
Input impedance:	39 KOhms	Conductor 3X Ref. Model # M180X	USB Cable
Frequency response:	± 1 dB 0 – 58Khz	Remote Control	OTG Adoptor
THD:	<0.0015%	Power Cable	24V Power Unit
Output impedance (Headphone Amp):	0.5 Ohm
Output impedance (Pre Out / DAC Out):	1 Ohm / 25 Ohm
		General
Inputs:	USB, Optical Toslink, BlueTooth 5.0, microphone	Weight:	app. 3 kg
Outputs:	1 x XLR Preamp/DAC 1 x RCA Preamp/DAC 1 x 6.3mm Headphone 1 x XLR Headphone	Dimensions:	200 X 250 X 60mm
Impedance (Headphone Jack)	Power XLR / SE	Signal to Noise Ratio	Separation
16 Ohm	6 / 3W	96db	99%
32 Ohm	3 / 1.5W	98db	99%
100 Ohm	1 / 0.5W	95db	99%
150 Ohm	660/330mW	96db	99%
300 Ohm	330/115mW	96db	99.5%
DAC Spec		Asynchronous Isochronous USB Spec
Channel Separation:	142 dB @ 1KHz, 135 dB @ 20KHz	Desktop OS:	Windows XP, 7, 8, 10 Mac OSX
THD+N:	0.0005% @ 1KHz, 0dBFS	Desktop OS:	iOS* , Android (OTG support)
COAX & Toslink / SPDIF :	up to 24bit 192K	PCM Support:	PCM ? 768kHz @ 16, 24 or 32bits
		Native DSD:	Native DSD 64 / 128 / 256 / 512
Bluetooth Input	Bluetooth 5.0 aptX HD (Qualcomm CSR8675)	DSD over PCM:	DoP64 / DoP128 / DoP256/Dop512

 

Model	Dimensions (mm)	Digital	Analogue	Power Supply	Others
Conductor 3XR	255 x 270 x 70	ESS9038Q2M DAC X 2	7.5Wpc XLR / 3.5Wpc SE	MCPS X 5	Analogue Inputs X 2
Conductor 3R	255 x 270 x 70	ESS9038Q2M DAC X 2	7.5Wpc SE	MCPS X 5	Analogue Inputs X 2
Conductor 3XP	200 X 250 X 60	ESS9038Q2M DAC X 1	6Wpc XLR / 3Wpc SE	MCPS X 3

From Final
Sound design with consideration to the relationship between spatial impression and dynamic range of music, and physical characteristics of earphones and headphones.  Clarity of vocals and each musical instrument is extremely high, overwhelming presence and feeling of liveliness as if standing in the center of a live stage.
Sound design has been undertaken with consideration to the relationship between the spatial impression and dynamic range of music, and the physical characteristics of earphones and headphones.

Through research into the relationship between spaciousness, clarity and dynamic range of musical recordings, and the physical characteristics of earphones and headphones, we have learned that deeper enjoyment of music can be achieved through the target curves and driver design well suited to the sound design of music recordings.

B1 is a model designed with particular emphasis on proximity of sound and sense of reality. In music represented by animation soundtracks, recordings make the proximity of sound more conspicuous. For this type of music recording, the B1 has been designed to achieve playback more consistent with the balance of sound as created by the engineer.

Construction and Fit

The front-rear two-piece separable construction makes the product easy to repair for a lifetime of use.

Metal injection molding is a process by which powdered metal is mixed with a binder to form a resin in the desired shape and applying high-temperature sintering to achieve the desired form.

There is a high degree of freedom in molding the resin into the same shape as the cast, making it possible to achieve a complex internal design even with metal.

Superior feeling of fit of an earphone is determined by the presence or lack of a feeling of pressure. There are products on the market with an ergonomically praised organically curved surface that should be suitable for placement somewhere in the ear, but because the holding positions for those shapes place pressure on the ear, fatigue accumulates over time.

BA+Dynamic Driver Unit

Employs a total of 2 drivers: 1 Balanced Armature (BA) driver for high range sound and 1 Dynamic Driver for bass. There is no parsing of the frequency range by a network.

MMCX Connector＆Original high purity OFC silver coated cable

The MMCX connector was developed in-company. We've used high-purity OFC silver coated cables that provide a wide sound stage. These jointly-developed cables were originally designed by and are currently manufactured by the well-renowned Junkosha corporation for the purpose of being used with the supercomputer "Kei" due to their fast signal transmission speed. The insulator film is made from PFA which was also developed by Junkosha who used their extensive know-how through the JUNFLON® brand to create the ultimate in low-permittivity material. The outer tube is made from PVC for maximum flexibility. The user will experience surprising flexibility that both makes the cable extremely easy to use as well as reducing the likelihood of microphonics. In addition, the MMCX plug and the 3.5 mm mini-plug have a tendency to disconnect so we've far exceeded the regular QA pass criteria of a 5,000-time bend test by changing the connection design to one that can withstand more than 50,000 bends.

Original earpieces with a color difference between the left and right bushes.
Two types of silicon differing in rigidity are employed for the sound conduit and for the earbud that comes into contact with the user’s ear. The silicon used for the sound conduit is more rigid than that used for the earbud, and by having groove processing applied to it, combines both strength and flexibility. Soft silicon has been employed for the earbud, making for a comfortable fit and a high level of sound insulation.

One of the bushes is gray, while the other is red; by pulling the earpiece back slightly to check the color of the bush, it is easy to distinguish between left and right, even in places with subdued lighting. Since the bush colors of neighboring sizes are different (the gray bushes alternate between dark and light gray; the red bushes alternate between red and pink), it is also easy to distinguish between sizes.

Specs

• Housing: Stainless steel mirror-finished (Rose Gold)
• Driver: 1D＋1BA (Networkless)
• Connector: MMCX
• Cable: OFC silver coated cable
• Sensitivity: 94dB
• Impedance: 13Ω
• Weight: 36g
• Cord length: 1.2m

• Silicone carry case
• Eartips (E type, 5 sizes)
• Ear hooks

 

From Final
Sound design with consideration to the relationship between spatial impression and dynamic range of music, and physical characteristics of earphones and headphones.  Clarity of vocals and each musical instrument is extremely high, overwhelming presence and feeling of liveliness as if standing in the center of a live stage.
Sound design has been undertaken with consideration to the relationship between the spatial impression and dynamic range of music, and the physical characteristics of earphones and headphones.

Through research into the relationship between spaciousness, clarity and dynamic range of musical recordings, and the physical characteristics of earphones and headphones, we have learned that deeper enjoyment of music can be achieved through the target curves and driver design well suited to the sound design of music recordings.

The B2 is a model particularly well suited to rich spatial recordings. It is well suited to classical music recordings that take adequate advantage of the reflections and reverberation of a concert hall as well as live recordings to reproduce the feeling of "being there". Moreover, the B2 employs an MMCX connector that makes it possible to switch cables in the event of a severed connection.

Construction and Fit

The front-rear two-piece separable construction makes the product easy to repair for a lifetime of use.

Metal injection molding is a process by which powdered metal is mixed with a binder to form a resin in the desired shape and applying high-temperature sintering to achieve the desired form.

There is a high degree of freedom in molding the resin into the same shape as the cast, making it possible to achieve a complex internal design even with metal.

Superior feeling of fit of an earphone is determined by the presence or lack of a feeling of pressure. There are products on the market with an ergonomically praised organically curved surface that should be suitable for placement somewhere in the ear, but because the holding positions for those shapes place pressure on the ear, fatigue accumulates over time.

BA+Dynamic Driver

Unit Employs a total of 2 drivers: 1 Balanced Armature (BA) driver for high range sound and 1 Dynamic Driver for bass. There is no parsing of the frequency range by a network.

MMCX Connector＆Original high purity OFC silver coated cable

The MMCX connector was developed in-company. We've used high-purity OFC silver coated cables that provide a wide sound stage. These jointly-developed cables were originally designed by and are currently manufactured by the well-renowned Junkosha corporation for the purpose of being used with the supercomputer "Kei" due to their fast signal transmission speed. The insulator film is made from PFA which was also developed by Junkosha who used their extensive know-how through the JUNFLON® brand to create the ultimate in low-permittivity material. The outer tube is made from PVC for maximum flexibility. The user will experience surprising flexibility that both makes the cable extremely easy to use as well as reducing the likelihood of microphonics. In addition, the MMCX plug and the 3.5 mm mini-plug have a tendency to disconnect so we've far exceeded the regular QA pass criteria of a 5,000-time bend test by changing the connection design to one that can withstand more than 50,000 bends.

Original earpieces with a color difference between the left and right bushes.
Two types of silicon differing in rigidity are employed for the sound conduit and for the earbud that comes into contact with the user’s ear. The silicon used for the sound conduit is more rigid than that used for the earbud, and by having groove processing applied to it, combines both strength and flexibility. Soft silicon has been employed for the earbud, making for a comfortable fit and a high level of sound insulation.

One of the bushes is gray, while the other is red; by pulling the earpiece back slightly to check the color of the bush, it is easy to distinguish between left and right, even in places with subdued lighting. Since the bush colors of neighboring sizes are different (the gray bushes alternate between dark and light gray; the red bushes alternate between red and pink), it is also easy to distinguish between sizes.

• Housing: Stainless steel (gunmetal finish)
• Driver: 1BA
• Connector: MMCX
• Cable: OFC Black cable
• Sensitivity: 109dB
• Impedance: 41Ω
• Weight: 32g
• Cord length: 1.2m

• Silicone carry case
• Eartips (E type, 5 sizes)
• Ear hooks

 

From Final
Sound design with consideration to the relationship between spatial impression and dynamic range of music, and physical characteristics of earphones and headphones.  Clarity of vocals and each musical instrument is extremely high, overwhelming presence and feeling of liveliness as if standing in the center of a live stage.
Sound design has been undertaken with consideration to the relationship between the spatial impression and dynamic range of music, and the physical characteristics of earphones and headphones.

Through research into the relationship between spaciousness, clarity and dynamic range of musical recordings, and the physical characteristics of earphones and headphones, we have learned that deeper enjoyment of music can be achieved through the target curves and driver design well suited to the sound design of music recordings.

The B3 model was designed with particular emphasis on clarity. It caters to those who wish to have the delicate sound of each musical instrument delivered gorgeously even from live recordings, and enjoy tight vocals from animated soundtracks and EDM. It comes equipped with a standard silver coat cable and employs an MMCX connector that makes it possible to switch cables in the event of a severed connection.

Construction and Fit

The front-rear two-piece separable construction makes the product easy to repair for a lifetime of use.

Metal injection molding is a process by which powdered metal is mixed with a binder to form a resin in the desired shape and applying high-temperature sintering to achieve the desired form.

There is a high degree of freedom in molding the resin into the same shape as the cast, making it possible to achieve a complex internal design even with metal.

Superior feeling of fit of an earphone is determined by the presence or lack of a feeling of pressure. There are products on the market with an ergonomically praised organically curved surface that should be suitable for placement somewhere in the ear, but because the holding positions for those shapes place pressure on the ear, fatigue accumulates over time.

Balanced Armature driver x2

Employs two Balanced Armature (BA) drivers, one for high frequency band, and one for mid and bass. The sound fed to each driver is not parsed into specific frequency bands by a network.

MMCX Connector＆Original high purity OFC silver coated cable

The MMCX connector was developed in-company. We've used high-purity OFC silver coated cables that provide a wide sound stage. These jointly-developed cables were originally designed by and are currently manufactured by the well-renowned Junkosha corporation for the purpose of being used with the supercomputer "Kei" due to their fast signal transmission speed. The insulator film is made from PFA which was also developed by Junkosha who used their extensive know-how through the JUNFLON® brand to create the ultimate in low-permittivity material. The outer tube is made from PVC for maximum flexibility. The user will experience surprising flexibility that both makes the cable extremely easy to use as well as reducing the likelihood of microphonics. In addition, the MMCX plug and the 3.5 mm mini-plug have a tendency to disconnect so we've far exceeded the regular QA pass criteria of a 5,000-time bend test by changing the connection design to one that can withstand more than 50,000 bends.

Original earpieces with a color difference between the left and right bushes.
Two types of silicon differing in rigidity are employed for the sound conduit and for the earbud that comes into contact with the user’s ear. The silicon used for the sound conduit is more rigid than that used for the earbud, and by having groove processing applied to it, combines both strength and flexibility. Soft silicon has been employed for the earbud, making for a comfortable fit and a high level of sound insulation.

One of the bushes is gray, while the other is red; by pulling the earpiece back slightly to check the color of the bush, it is easy to distinguish between left and right, even in places with subdued lighting. Since the bush colors of neighboring sizes are different (the gray bushes alternate between dark and light gray; the red bushes alternate between red and pink), it is also easy to distinguish between sizes.

• Housing: Stainless steel (frost silver)
• Driver: 2BA (Networkless)
• Connector: MMCX
• Cable: OFC silver coated cable
• Sensitivity: 102dB
• Impedance: 19Ω
• Weight: 36g
• Cord length: 1.2m

• Silicone carry case
• Eartips (E type, 5 sizes)
• Ear hooks

 

Updated model with more headband extension. In stock, ships immediately.

From HEDD
HEDD is proud to introduce the first full range Air Motion Transformer headphones to audiophiles and recording artists worldwide. The Air Motion Transformer (AMT) is an electrodynamic transducer that allows to move air significantly faster than common voice coil, magnetostatic (planar) or electrostatic systems. Their traditional piston-like movement is overcome by a folded diaphragm that squeezes out air four times faster: A breakthrough for capturing more details in a musical recording.

30 years ago HEDD CEO and Chief Engineer Klaus Heinz designed the first compact and marketable AMT tweeter based on Oskar Heil’s original Air Motion Transformer invention. Since then he has increased its sonic quality in several fundamental revisions. The 2019 version of the AMT can be heard in HEDD´s innovative Series ONE studio monitor line.

Recently Heinz has focused on developing a full range Air Motion Transformer to break new grounds for this superior transducer principle. In order to reproduce the complete audible frequency band (and beyond), the HEDDphone® incorporates VVT® (pat. pending). VVT® introduces a new diaphragm geometry that expands the AMT principle to a linear full range (10Hz–40kHz) headphone transducer. It replaces the fixed geometric structure of conventional AMT drivers as the folds vary both in width and depth.

The HEDDphone® introduces a fourth transducer technology. It brings the enormous dynamic capabilities and the superior sonic resolution of the AMT principle to the world of top-end headphones. HEDDphone® excels where it really matters: in accurate, untamed, and touching music reproduction.

• Concept: open over-ear headphone with Air Motion
  Transformer and VVT® Technology
• Frequency Response: 10Hz–40kHz
• Efficiency: 87dB SPL for 1mW
• Impedance: 42 Ω
• Connector: Mini XLR
• Weight: 718g
• Warranty: 2 years

 

Back in stock! Shipping immediately.

From Chord Electronics 
The 2go streamer/server transforms the abilities of the Hugo 2, adding both Ethernet and wireless streaming, plus 4 TB of microSD card storage to the award-winning DAC/pre/headphone amp

2go is a high-performance streamer/server that transforms the Hugo 2 DAC into a fully featured Wi-Fi- and Ethernet-enabled device with up to 4 TB of solid-state library playback, bringing the proven sound quality benefits of our award-winning Hugo 2 DAC technology to network audio.

2go benefits from 2x 2 TB-rated microSD card slots for digital storage and playback, enabling Hugo 2 as a high-capacity digital music server (using MPD), in addition to its music streaming abilities. Crucially, when using 2go with Hugo 2, (once charged) all forms of digital playback can benefit from battery power alone, negating the need for external power supplies for the ultimate in purist audio.

2go contains highly advanced miniaturized electronic engineering that, in keeping with all our amplifiers and DACs, uses proprietary British technology. Adding 2go to Hugo 2, creates the most sonically advanced compact music streamer available today.

Wireless convenience (2.4GHz Wi-Fi and A2DP Bluetooth) combine with the stability and performance of wired (Gigabit) Ethernet connectivity, the latter offering set-up-free plug and play operation. 2go also benefits from comprehensive audio interfacing and offers Tidal, Qobuz and Internet radio playback with Spotify (and others) earmarked for the future. 2go is also Roon Ready, offers gapless audio and DoP/Bit Perfect support, as well as being fully DLNA-compliant (server/renderer) and AirPlay-ready.

A key feature of 2go is its auto-switching input function: every audio interface is always on, therefore switching between inputs is as easy as hitting ‘play’ on the chosen control point app; 2go convenience-switches between all its inputs automatically, giving a seamless user experience when playing music from different sources or even streaming services.

Compatibility:
In order for 2go to perform as a fully functional streamer, a connection with Hugo 2 (DAC/Preamp/Headphone amp) or 2yu is required.

Power supply:
Internal battery with up-to 8hr playback. Desktop mode activated upon insertion of Micro USB charging cable).

Wireless connectivity:
Long-range 2.4GHz WiFi
Bluetooth 4.1 A2Dp

WiFi modes:
Connect to (allows 2go to connect to an existing 2.4GHz WiFi network) or Hotspot mode (activated within the Gofigure app, which allows 2go to broadcast its own WiFi network with SSID and password in the eventuality that the device cannot connect to a static network).

Wired connectivity:
Gigabit (GbE) ethernet

PCM and DSD Support:
44.1kHz – 768kHZ (16bit – 32bit) | DSD 64 to DSD 256 (via DoP)

File format support:
ACC, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, OGG VORBIS, ALAC, WMA, MP3 and more…

Initial setup, configuration, and updates:
Via free Gofigure app available on iOS and Google Play store

Music storage:
2x Onboard Micro SD card slots (up-to 4TB of total storage)

Playback:
Roon (Endpoint), DLNA (server and render), AirPlay, Bluetooth audio (A2DP), Tidal, Qobuz, Internet radio and more coming…

Gapless playback:
Supported

• 1.5m 5v 2a Switching Micro USB Power Supply
• Get started with 2go guide
• Cotton Drawstring Bag
• 1m Ethernet cable

Our Take
The iBasso DX160 is a smart, capable DAP at a great price point. It couples great quality with an intuitive, easy-to-use interface that will be familiar to any smartphone user. In addition to the playback features, the DX160 features a number of customization and configuration options that help it stand out. Read our full review here.

From iBasso
The iBasso DX160 Portable Digital Audio Player is designed to not sacrifice audio quality for portability. Engineered with dual CS43198 DACs, the DX160 is crafted to provide you with clean, high-resolution sound while you're on the move. The DX160 can playback your favorite digital music wirelessly via Bluetooth 5.0, or through one of its five outputs. Whether you hook up to DX160 to a pair of headphones or to an audio system, you get the option of a 4.4mm balanced, combo 3.5mm single-ended/line/SPIDIF, and USB output. The DX160 also features support for dual-band Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) network access.

The DX160 is powered by an octa-core CPU with 2GB of RAM and runs on the Android 8.1 Oreo operating system. Apps and music files are stored on 32GB of internal storage, which can be expanded with an (optional) microSD card. Files can be browsed with the sizable 5" 1080p touchscreen. A built-in 3200mAh battery powers the DX160 for up to 13 hours of playback time, and with Quick Charge 3.0 and Power Delivery 2.0 support, you can more quickly recharge for your next adventure.

iBasso is a very famous name in the Chi-fi audio industry, they have class-leading products in almost all the product line-ups in the market. Whether it be Digital Audio Players, USB Type-C DAC/AMP's or In-ear monitors, iBasso have top of the line products in each and every range.

iBasso has released a new version for its widely famous Android DAP, the iBasso DX160 2020 variant. The variant improves on several features from its predecessor.

Improved Buffer
iBasso has upgraded the buffer size, the improved new buffer has a higher slew rate, wider bandwidth, and higher current output. This helps in improving the overall amplification power while maintaining a cleaner sound decoding.

CTIA 3.5mm Port
The brand has changed the previous 3.5mm output port to CTIA 3.5mm port, which is the most commonly used port and enables the users to use Mic and Music control keys on the cables of earphones.

JDI Crisp 1080P Display
iBasso has switched to JDI(Japan Display Inc.) for its screen manufacturing. The new display has same 1080p resolution but it provides better viewing angles and crisp clarity as compared to the 2019 variant.

Dual Cirrus Logic DAC Chips
The iBasso DX160 is equipped with a class-leading setup of dual DAC chips from Cirrus Logics, they are well known for their high performing DAC chips. The DX160 has Two CS43198 chips working flawlessly, decoding the music with amazing clarity and details. The DAC setup is able to decode PCM up to 32-Bit/384kHz or DSD up to DSD256 natively. The sound output through the setup offers great clarity with no background noise or jitter. The sound output has a warm and neutral sound output profile which provides enough power to power most of your headphones with higher power requirements. The player supports MQA decoding, providing you the ability to decode the master quality audio files and enjoy your music, the way it was actually recorded in the first place.

Octa-Core CPU with 2GB RAM
The iBasso DX160 features an octa-core ARM CPU, which is coupled with 2GB LPDDR3 RAM. They collectively provide the user with a lag-free and smooth user experience, even with thousands of songs in your library, the navigation will be silky smooth and crisp. You will never find any delay or lag in the device as it is powered by a very powerful CPU.

Dual Output Ports
Apart from a CTIA 3.5mm port the iBasso DX160 2020 variant also features a balanced 4.4mm port. The device is capable of churning out a power voltage of up to 6.4 Vrms, that will easily power all of your IEM's and earbuds.

Bluetooth 5.0 Support with Hi-Res Codecs support
The iBasso DX160 features bi-directional Bluetooth 5.0 support, which offers a stable and lag-free Bluetooth connection with hi-res codecs supports like the LDAC, AptX and many more. The Bluetooth connectivity is strong and stable, with no signal delays.

3200mAh Battery with Quick Charge Support
The iBasso DX160 is equipped with a 3200mAh battery which provides a continuous music playback for up to 13 hours of music. And even if that is not enough for you the device supports Quick Charge 3.0 and PD2.0 which charges the battery quickly and gives you enough juice to run your music library through an entire day.

Curved Elegant Aluminum Body
The iBasso DX160 has a 3D curved color veneered glass back cover and a precise machined curved aluminum body, the player looks simple, elegant, and beautiful. Available in four different colors, the DX160 looks stunning in each and every color with a golden colored shiny volume wheel.

• Dual Cirrus Logics DAC chips, CS43198
• 5.0" 1080P Fullscreen Display
• Octa-Core ARM CPU with 2GB Ram
• 32GB ROM
• MQA Decoding
• Decoding PCM up to 32-Bit/384kHz and up to DSD256 natively
• Signal to Noise ratio of 130dB
• Bluetooth 5.0 with hi-res LDAC codec support
• Dual-Band Wi-fi Support
• Dual Output Ports, 3.5mm single-ended and 4.4 balanced
• USB DAC mode supported
• Up to 13 hours of battery life with Quick Charge 3.0 support

• One iBasso DX160
• One USB Type-C Charging Cable
• One Protective Case
• One Screen Protector
• Warranty Card
• User Guide

From Auris
All-in-one amp that encompasses three key functions: a pure tube Headphone Amplifier, Preamp and a DAC. Also acts like a headphone stand. Allows you to choose between low/high impedance and customize it to your headphones. Elegant design, with a wooden housing, takes little space on the rack.

Multi-functional
All-in-one amp can be used in many ways. Since it is multi-functional it can work like a headphone amplifier, pre-amplifier, and/or DAC. Euterpe can work with its own integrated DAC, or you can connect it with another DAC. Also, its pre-out function can be used in case you want to connect it to a smaller system at your home.

Headphone Stand
The possibility to be used like a headphone stand makes Euterpe strangely utilitarian for such a high-end piece of hardware. Your headphones fit right on top, with a shallow saddle cut into the wood, to keep the cans in place. It can take a full-size headphone.

Internal DAC
DAC inside can play modern sources. OTG input capability has some baseline specifics, including a decoding capability of up to DSD128, PCM max 32bit/384kHz. An XMOS USB DAC and ESS Sabre chipset represent the brain of Euterpe. The DAC quality is impressive with beautiful details captured.

Amplifier
Euterpe is a single-ended headphone amplifier with unbalanced circuit design, so there are no balanced inputs or outputs. The lineup of tubes is classic Auris, with the use of two 7-pin Ei PL95 tubes, which are the equivalent to 6DL5, and a single ECC81 input tube, also known like 12AT7 (running in Ultra-Linear mode). The output power is just a shade lower at 0.9W into a 32Ω load. The magic of Euterpe is really when it is connected to a high-end DAC which tells you a lot about how good that amp can be inside that beautifully crafted wooden enclosure.

Impedance Selector
To make your headphones shine in the best possible way, we make sure Euterpe has impedance swich marked with L/H (low/high) The inference here is a wider range and simpler switching design at 32-80 Ohm and anything greater than 150 Ohm. With the majority of planar headphones, they tend to rate less than 80 Ohm and are more impedance agnostic than dynamic headphones. You need to have that switch set to low or L.

Linear PSU
Euterpe power supply is an external regulated linear power supply, with a switchable 115/230 VAC capable output, and will keep noise to the minimum. It uses a fairly stiff but sturdy 4-pin connector 1m cable, so you can place the two units pretty far apart.

Technology
The Euterpe comes with the technology one would expect from an Auris Audio amplifier:

• It is composed of an xmos chip that handles USP input duties, a Sabre ES9018 chip handles the conversion duties, a 12AT7 tube handles pre-amp functions, with a Mundorf capacitor in line between the preamp and power tubes.
• The supplied power tubes are NOS (new old stock), branded Ei and stamped Yugoslavia: a single ECC81, dual-triode tube serves as the Euterpe’s input stage, while a separate PL95 pentode power tube is provided for each channel; these feed the output transformers. A selector set allows you to use the PL95s, as EL95s with a lower voltage.
• The power supply has a captive five-pin cable that connects to the amp, and a 15-amp IEC connector for a standard grounded AC power cord.

Use
Euterpe allows you to use digital sources such as PC or mobile device. For such an exotic piece of gear, the Euterpe is a piece of cake to use. There’s a master power switch on the power supply, but the main switch is built into the volume control. Just turn it fully counterclockwise to turn the power off. It’s as plug and play as a tube headphone amp gets.

Design
The Euterpe offers a bespoke exterior with the DAC and amp innards sandwiched between two pieces of solid wood. All of this sits on a beveled metal base. On any desk, the Euterpe looks classy, dignified, and inviting. It’s the kind of equipment you just can’t wait to fiddle around with. The tubes are aligned centrally at the top of the matte black aluminum housing with good separation between the top and sides of the wooden enclosure. They seem well protected from bumps, knocks and accidental finger touching.

Footprint
The Euterpe takes up little space on the rack. The overall dimensions of the Euterpe are 270mm (tall) x 210mm (wide) x 230mm (deep). Considering it doubles as a headphone stand you will need 5-10 cm more space to accommodate the additional height from a headphone headband.

According to the Greek Mythology, Euterpe was one of the nine Muses, the Goddess of music and a "giver of delight" and that's exactly what Auris Audio Euterpe will bring to the audiophile community – more happiness.

Tubes	2 x PL95, 1 x ECC81
Amplifier Configuration	Single Ended
Power output	0,9 W
Conversion rate	USB: DSD64, DSD128, PCM max 32bit/384kHz
Output Impedance	Low 32-80 Ohm / High > 150 Ohm
Power supply	115 / 230 VAC
Inputs	1 x USB, 1 x RCA

Outputs	6.3 mm Stereo / RCA Pre out
USB Driver	Windows
Dimensions (WxHxL) mm	270 x 210 x 230
Weight (kg)	4.1/NET (without PSU)
Weight (kg) PSU	1.1/NET
Dimensions PSU (WxHxL) mm	95 x 185 x 55

Our Take
iFi Audio is on the rise, y'all. The ZEN DAC redefined the entry level DAC/amp last year, and iFi is doing it again to portable DAC/amps this year with the hip-dac. We love this thing. It's solid, sexy, pocketable, powerful, and most importantly – sounds way better than you'd expect at this price. Wholeheartedly recommended.

Check out this impressions video by our owner: https://youtu.be/eC7J2zZtzYk

From iFi Audio
Smartly dressed in petrol blue with a touch of copper, the go-anywhere hip-dac is designed to slip discretely into a pocket and offers an extensive hi-res specification that belies its eminently affordable $149 price tag.

The hip-dac replaces the inferior DAC (Digital-to-Analogue Convertor) and amp circuitry in smartphones, tablets, PCs and Macs to vastly improve headphone sound.

Its design and performance set it apart from other DAC/headphone amps in its class.­ Connect your playback device via USB, plug in your favorite corded headphones or in-ear monitors and the hip-dac delivers a sound brimming with bold dynamism and fluid refinement, effortlessly engaging the listener with all manner of music.

In the home, in the office, on a train or plane – the hip-dac is the music lover’s inseparable friend.

• Enjoy mind-blowing music at your fingertips quickly and easily with the user-friendly, compact hip-dac.
• Connect the hip-dac via USB between your smart device, laptop and corded headphones while out and about.
• Hook it up to your PC or Mac at home or in the office.
• The hip-dac delivers hi-res, ‘bit perfect’ PCM and DXD up to 384kHz and up to DSD256 DSD256 as well as MQA.
• Make the most of your balanced headphones wherever you are with the hip-dac’s 4.4mm sockets.
• Reap the benefits of balanced even with normal headphones as the 3.5mm single-ended socket uses our unique S-Balanced technology to cut crosstalk and distortion in half.
• The analogue output stage of the hip-dac is a balanced (differential) design which means less interference and crosstalk.
• Tailor the sound of the hip-dac to your playback priorities with additional, exclusive iFi firmware.
• Benefit from PowerMatch – switchable gain – to cater for headphone sensitivity.
• Turn on XBass to add missing bass to open backed headphones or IEMs
  

 

Formats supported:

• DSD256/128/64, Octa/Quad/Double/Single-Speed DSD
• DXD(384/352.8kHz),
• PCM(384/352.8/192/176.4/96/88.2/48/44.1kHz)
• MQA

Digital Inputs:

• USB 3.0 type ’A’
• High-Speed Asynchronous USB 2.0, (32bit/384kHz)

Headphone Outputs:

• Balanced 4.4mm
• Single-Ended S-Balanced 3.5mm

Power Output: 2.0V/400 mW @ 16 Ohm

Battery: Lithium-polymer 2200mAh

Power System: Charging via USB-C, BC V1.2 compliant up to 1000mA charging current

Power (max): <2W idle, 4W max

Dimensions: 102(l) x 70(w) x 14(h) mm Weight: 125g (0.28 lbs)

• iFi hip-dac
• Male USB A to Female USB A Cable (PC to hip-dac)
• OTG USB-C Cable
  
• Male USB A to USB C Charging Cable
• Manual Card
  
• Warranty Card
  
• Silicone Pads x 4
  

Our Take 
The Elegia is quickly becoming our go-to closed-back headphone for travel and use around our office. While not quite the level of stunning clarity as the Stellia, the Elegia actually represent an incredible performance value for its class. If you're looking for closed-back under a grand, the Elegia should absolutely be on your short list. Read our full review.

From Focal

Elegia is the new, and the first, audiophile circum-aural closed-back headphones. Integrating the best of exclusive technologies from Focal, Elegia guarantees remarkable listening quality, everywhere and anywhere. Every component has undergone cutting edge research and been meticulously considered. The sound reproduction is precise and the power is certainly not lacking.

 

To enjoy an incredible listening experience in total privacy, without worrying about a noisy environment disturbing this moment of pleasure: this is the promise kept by Elegia. These circum-aural closed-back headphones incorporate a new generation of exclusive full-range speaker drivers capable of operating in a small inner environment whilst ensuring exceptional dynamics and the most precise sound reproduction. Whether it’s the motor, the frameless copper voice coil, the dedicated 110 micron surround or the ’M’-shape inverted dome, Elegia's speaker drivers are a mass of innovation dedicated to sound purity. And when connected to portable audio players, these headphones are incredibly high-performing. Zero resonance, excellent soundproofing: the naturalness and realism of the sound is striking from the first few seconds of listening.

Headphone
Driver Size	1.57" / 39.88 mm
Driver Type	Dynamic
Design	Over-Ear (Circumaural)
Earcup Style	Closed-Back

General
Frequency Response	5 Hz to 23 kHz
Sensitivity	105 dB at 1 kHz / 1 mW
Impedance	35 Ohms
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD)	0.1%

Connectivity
Audio Connector	1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Straight
Adapter (Included)	1/4" TRS
Connector to Earpiece	2 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm

Cable
Design	Y-Type
Color	Black, Silver
Detachable	Yes
In-Line Remote/Microphone	No
Cable Length	3.94' / 1.20 m (Flat)

Physical
Material of Construction	Aluminum, Fabric, Leather
Weight	0.95 lb / 430 g

• Thermoformed, rigid carrying case in the shape of the headphones.
• 1 asymmetric cable 1,2m (3.5mm TRS jack)
• 1 stereo jack adapter 3.5mm to 6,35mm

From Dark Clark Audio
AEON Flow Open is the open-backed version of MrSpeakers' ground breaking compact and affordable full sized planar magnetic headphone. AEON Flow Open is all metal construction for durability and highest sound quality, and sports a midnight blue/black metallic paint. AEON Flow Open utilizes the all the same advanced technologies found in our flagship ETHER Flow headphones, and delivers them in a super comfortable design. Designed, built and tested in San Diego, CA with a 2 year warranty for parts and labor.

• Efficiency: 94dB/mW 
• Weight (without cable): 321g
• Detachable 2m premium dual-entry cable with 3.5mm and 1/4" termination
• Impedance: 13 ohms

• DUMMER (Distinctly Un-Magical) cable with an integrated dual 1/4" and 3.5mm plug
• Compact case for travel or storage.