The Ramblings of Some Audio Guy

Meze 99 Classics V2 vs 99 Neo (and the 105 Silva) FANCY HEADPHONE SHOWDOWN!

noreply@blogger.com (SomeAudioGuy) — Fri, 3 Apr 2026 09:13:00 -0700

Meze 99 Classics V2 Review!

Meze has a HUGE reputation for making beautiful headphones, which are incredibly comfortable, and sound great. I have to admit, I wasn't the biggest fan of the original 99 Classics.

Now refreshing the Classic line, Meze is claiming that the 99 V2 has a more neutral sound. Let's see if they can thread that needle. Can they make "mids junkies" like me happy, without alienating fans of the original 99's?

Juan's Headphone Testing Playlist on Qobuz https://open.qobuz.com/playlist/7841488

More info on Meze https://mezeaudio.com/pages/99-classics-v2

Beyerdynamic Aventho 100 On-Ear Wireless Headphones: Awesome IF They Fit Your Head!

noreply@blogger.com (SomeAudioGuy) — Wed, 12 Nov 2025 14:27:00 -0800

Aventho 100 Review!

Beyerdynamic is trying something a little different with these wireless headphones. They're smaller and rest ON the ear, but they still have a BIG driver making the sound. I took a listen, and these might be a GREAT fit for you! IF you have a smaller head...

Aventho 100 on B&H https://bhpho.to/4p6LDZL

Aventho 100 on Amazon https://amzn.to/4qVufJa

I tried these OTC Hearing Aids! Maybe I AM losing my hearing?

noreply@blogger.com (SomeAudioGuy) — Fri, 7 Nov 2025 07:34:00 -0800

Sony CRE-C20 OTC Hearing Aids!

I have mild hearing loss, and I spent a couple weeks using these hearing aids from Sony. No prescription needed! The experience was really interesting. Would these be the right fit for you?

Let’s chat!

To learn more about and purchase Sony’s CRE-C20 OTC Hearing Aids, please visit: https://ad.doubleclick.net/ddm/clk/626412061;433211426;p;gdpr=$%7BGDPR%7D;gdpr_consent=$%7BGDPR_CONSENT_755%7D

Status Pro X Triple Driver True Wireless ANC Earbuds: The Best of 2025?

noreply@blogger.com (SomeAudioGuy) — Tue, 7 Oct 2025 13:48:00 -0700

Status Pro X long term test drive!

Spending a few weeks with the new triple driver earbuds from Status. This is a REALLY fun sound for consumer buds, with solid ANC, and decent battery life.

I like this vibe a LOT, but there's one small issue for our hearing health...

More info https://www.status.co/products/pro-x

Saramonic Air Review: The cutest wireless mics I've ever seen!

noreply@blogger.com (SomeAudioGuy) — Fri, 3 Oct 2025 16:24:00 -0700

Saramonic Air review!

It’s LITTLE, so it’s ADORABLE!

Saramonic is delivering one of the most complete two channel wireless mic systems I’ve yet reviewed. Tons of accessories IN THE BOX! It has GREAT audio quality! It’s one of the smallest transmitters I’ve ever seen, and it can STILL use a wired lav. It’s really impressive!

So why aren’t I using them in my videos?

Saramonic Air on B&H https://bhpho.to/46ZmHgt

Saramonic Air on Amazon https://amzn.to/48f4gWl

SOUNDPEATS H3 Triple Driver Earbuds Review: THEY COST HOW MUCH?

noreply@blogger.com (SomeAudioGuy) — Wed, 1 Oct 2025 16:14:00 -0700

Spending a little time with a fun bang for buck audio option! Soundpeats has a treat for audio fans, offering a triple driver earbud at a VERY competitive price. But what are the compromises here?

Soundpeats H3 on Amazon https://amzn.to/46wMGdO

More info https://soundpeats.com/collections/new-arrivals/products/soundpeats-h3

Meze 105 Silva Headphone Review: Do they sound as good as they look?

noreply@blogger.com (SomeAudioGuy) — Mon, 29 Sep 2025 13:04:00 -0700

Meze 105 Silva review!

Spending some quality time with a really pretty headphone. Meze makes some of the most comfortable audio gear I've ever used. The 105 Silva are a new variation on the Meze mid-range, and sport a really pretty wood finish.

Are they more than just a pretty face?

Meze 105 Silva on Amazon https://amzn.to/3V1iJ04

More info on the Meze 105 Silva https://mezeaudio.com/products/105-silvaeftransaction_id=&oid=49&affid=141

Sony WH-1000XM6: But what if you spent MORE on headphones? (Part 3/3)

noreply@blogger.com (SomeAudioGuy) — Fri, 26 Sep 2025 13:00:00 -0700

WH-1000XM6 Review PART 3!

ALRIGHT!

The XM6 are incredible travel ANC Bluetooth cans, but what if we SPENT MORE than what Sony was charging? Will we get more for our money moving up the food chain, or are we likely to get a COMPLETELY different kind of product?

Let's Chat!

Shop the XM6 on B&H https://bhpho.to/3KuHQGz
Shop the XM6 on Amazon: https://amzn.to/4esZg1a

Shop the Edifier Stax S5 on Amazon https://amzn.to/40BopRR

Part 1 - EQ Fixes https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GrpOzS5DZ-s

Part 2 - Budget Battle https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WS2hTualE_c

Sony WH-1000XM6: Beaten by a BUDGET Headphone? (Part 2/3)

noreply@blogger.com (SomeAudioGuy) — Wed, 24 Sep 2025 12:58:00 -0700

Incredible audio technology has fallen to lower and lower prices. Will spending less than ONE QUARTER the price of the Sony's give you ONE QUARTER the goodness?

Let's chat...

PART 1 - How I made the XM6 Sound Better: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GrpOzS5DZ-s

Shop the XM6 on B&H https://bhpho.to/3KuHQGz
Shop the XM6 on Amazon: https://amzn.to/4esZg1a

More info on Sonoflow Pro https://onemore.pxf.io/g1mjmg

Sony WH-1000XM6: How I Made Them Sound Better (Part 1/3)

noreply@blogger.com (SomeAudioGuy) — Mon, 22 Sep 2025 12:55:00 -0700

I've eagerly been anticipating the release of the XM6, but my first impressions were a little disappointing.

This is still the best TRAVEL premium headphone on the market, but depending on your ears, they might need a little EQ help.

Here's what I did to change up the sound and LOVE these cans!

Shop the XM6 on B&H https://bhpho.to/3KuHQGz
Shop the XM6 on Amazon: https://amzn.to/4esZg1a

Samson Go Mic Mobile 2 Review: A Long Awaited Refresh Falls Short...

noreply@blogger.com (SomeAudioGuy) — Fri, 19 Sep 2025 12:55:00 -0700

Samson Go Mic Mobile 2 Review!

This company helped kick off the wireless microphone revolution we enjoy today with the original Go Mic Mobile seven years ago, but a lot has changed since then. Samson is back with a refreshed wireless microphone kit. I'm glad to see them release an update, but are they prepared to compete in a REALLY competitive "pro-sumer" space?

Let's take a listen...

Go Mic Mobile 2 on B&H https://bhpho.to/3WhW5kC
Go Mic Mobile 2 on Amazon https://amzn.to/4k3MffK

More info on the Go Mic Mobile 2 https://samsontech.com/products/wireless-systems/go-mic-mobile/gomicmobile2/

Boyamic 2 Review: The best wireless microphone bang for buck!

noreply@blogger.com (SomeAudioGuy) — Wed, 14 May 2025 09:41:00 -0700

When you just have to cut the mic cable, but you still want good audio!

Boyamic tends to undercut brands like RODE and DJI. The refreshed Boyamic 2 arrive at a very attractive price, with a great set of features. It's solid pro-sumer hardware, but what's up with all this AI stuff?

Let's take a listen!

Boyamic 2 on B&H https://bhpho.to/4nZjnb0
Boyamic 2 on Amazon https://amzn.to/4dljh9s

Edifier NeoBuds Planar Review: Sound Quality Stands Apart

noreply@blogger.com (SomeAudioGuy) — Thu, 1 May 2025 15:55:00 -0700

NeoBuds Planar Review!

I'm a NUT for that planar punch! I'm still concerned about the longevity of EXPENSIVE true wireless earbuds, but if we're going to take TWS more seriously, we need to see more options in the premium space. Sound quality doesn't necessarily improve with a more expensive earbud, but we should see competition that delivers more specific tuning and presentation.

No one stumbles on Edifier by accident. This is something unique.

NeoBuds Planar on Amazon https://amzn.to/42inmWQ

Sony Bravia Theater U vs The 8-YEAR-OLD LG Tone Studio - Neckband Speakers!

noreply@blogger.com (SomeAudioGuy) — Tue, 29 Apr 2025 15:53:00 -0700

Playing with the Sony Bravia Theater U (a wireless neckband speaker) inspired a little trip down memory lane. Let's see how far this idea has evolved over eight years. If you want a premium portable speaker solution, Sony has a wild option to offer!

Sony Bravia Theater U on Amazon https://amzn.to/4cL7AIG

1More Sonoflow Mini BT Headphones Review: You Know! For Kids!

noreply@blogger.com (SomeAudioGuy) — Fri, 25 Apr 2025 15:52:00 -0700

1More Sonoflow Mini review!

We can give our kids better options for listening, and help teach them better habits. It's not enough to just make a headphone smaller, we want to include good tools for kids and parents to control the experience. The Sonoflow Mini are a high recommendation on my list for parents.

Let me explain why...

More info on the Sonoflow Mini onemore.pxf.io/09j4AV

Shokz OpenMeet UC Wireless Headset Review: Never seen bone conduction like this...

noreply@blogger.com (SomeAudioGuy) — Fri, 25 Apr 2025 09:13:00 -0700

Shokz OpenMeet UC review!

I love bone conduction headsets. They serve a unique role for folks who like keeping their ears open, cool, and uncovered. There's a general shape and build on these headsets, which we've seen refined over YEARS of using different products. It's exciting to see a wildly fresh take on a business headset from a brand known for making sport headphones.

The OpenMeet UC are unlike anything I've seen before...

Shokz OpenMeet on Amazon https://amzn.to/4fWGsXq

More info on Shokz https://shokz.com/pages/openmeet

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EARS ARE GROSS! BeBird EarSight Cleaning Cameras Review!

noreply@blogger.com (SomeAudioGuy) — Wed, 23 Apr 2025 09:09:00 -0700

BeBird Ear Cleaning cameras review!

Ears are kinda funky. Weird shapes, lots of "stuff" like wax, hard to care for, and REALLY sensitive. Adding a small ear camera to your family's medicine toolbox is a REALLY good idea. BeBird is hoping to make endoscopic cameras as common in homes as thermometers and scales.

Let's chat about some options for family health tech! Here's a look at the BeBird EarSIght Pro and Earsight Complete (and a look INSIDE my own ears)!

EarSight Pro on Amazon https://amzn.to/40UtfJd

EarSight Complete on Amazon https://amzn.to/4hyTATZ

More info on BeBird https://bebird.com/

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H2O Audio Tri 2 Pro Bone Conduction Headphones: TOO Sporty for Me?

noreply@blogger.com (SomeAudioGuy) — Mon, 21 Apr 2025 09:06:00 -0700

H2O Audio Review!

I'm a BIG fan of bone conduction headphones, but even these might be a bit above my pay grade! You've got to build audio to a different level to cater to folks competing in triathlons. For someone how takes casual hikes out in the hills, I'm definitely not working this headset as hard as it can go.

For the folks who NEED that kind of capability though, I think they're in for a treat...

More info on H20 Audio https://h2oaudio.com/

Tri 2 Pro on Amazon https://amzn.to/40fO2GB

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KZ Zenith IEM Earbud Review: KZ Tuning is Growing Up?

noreply@blogger.com (SomeAudioGuy) — Sat, 19 Apr 2025 09:03:00 -0700

KZ Zenith Review!

This brand helped introduce me to a whole world of cabled audio experiences. While I often hold them up as examples of the genre, I've kinda grown into preferring other solutions. The Zenith bring in some interesting new tech bits, and a four switch tuning feature, but most importantly, I think KZ is changing up how they tune their earbuds.

A little. I think...

More info on KZ Products: https://www.kztws.com/?ref=Jd1q5

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Meze 105 AER Open Back Headphones Review: This Sound Quality Broke My Brain

noreply@blogger.com (SomeAudioGuy) — Thu, 17 Apr 2025 08:59:00 -0700

Meze 105 AER review!

I'm having so much fun in this premium "mid-range" place for headphones. We've got a bunch of TERRIFIC options to play with. Meze is back with a brilliant option that might just pull me away from that "planar presentation".

Let's chat!

More info on Meze 105 AER https://mezeaudio.com/products/105-aer?_ef_transaction_id=&oid=46&affid=141

Shop the Meze 105 AER on Amazon https://amzn.to/41oyUHs

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Edifier Stax Spirit S5 Review: Planar Magnetic Headphones are SO tasty!

noreply@blogger.com (SomeAudioGuy) — Tue, 15 Apr 2025 08:56:00 -0700

Edifier Stax S5 review!

They're pricey, but they're fantastic. I love how a planar driver produces sound, and I'm excited to see more and more consumer focused options with closed back designs. Edifier lacks ONE feature for broad consumer adoption, but we can't fault the sound quality here.

This is a wonderful consumer headphone.

Shop the Stax on B&H https://bhpho.to/3WhW0xk
Shop Edifier on Amazon https://amzn.to/3Mqvygk

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MEZE Boom Mic Review: Turn the Meze 99 into a gaming headset?

noreply@blogger.com (SomeAudioGuy) — Sun, 13 Apr 2025 08:51:00 -0700

Meze Boom Mic Review!

Meze makes some of the most comfortable headphones I've ever worn. What if we took some classic premium cans, and tried to use them for gaming?

Let's take a look!

NEO + Boom Mic bundle page : https://mezeaudio.com/products/99-neo-headset?_ef_transaction_id=&oid=40&affid=141

Boom Mic: https://mezeaudio.com/products/boom-mic?_ef_transaction_id=&oid=41&affid=141

Meze 99 Neo on Amazon https://amzn.to/471ZTv8

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OnePlus Buds Pro 3 Review: Absolute BANGERS!

noreply@blogger.com (SomeAudioGuy) — Fri, 11 Apr 2025 08:48:00 -0700

OnePlus Buds Pro 3 review!

Top tier earbuds. Full stop. These are feature complete, high quality audio gadgets, that go toe-to-toe with all the top consumer brands. They might COST less than AirPods, but don't think that means they're "less good".

Here's a quick look!

More info on the OP Buds Pro 3 https://onepluscom.pxf.io/jrE0nM

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Audeze Maxwell Review: A Fantastic Headphone Makes for a GREAT Gaming Headset!

noreply@blogger.com (SomeAudioGuy) — Wed, 9 Apr 2025 08:44:00 -0700

Audeze Maxwell long term review!

I LOVE planar magnetic headphones, and I've been a long-time fan of Audeze. Maxwell has been out for a little while now, and taking a good long listen, I think I FINALLY have a replacement for my Mobius gaming headset.

Maxwell is something special...

Audeze Maxwell on Amazon https://amzn.to/4d5gjVu

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CCA Rhapsody Earbuds Review: A Tuning Gimmick?

noreply@blogger.com (SomeAudioGuy) — Mon, 7 Apr 2025 08:40:00 -0700

CCA Rhapsody Review!

CCA delivers some fun experiments, often packing a crazy number of drivers in an earbud case. Rhapsody take this idea to another level, with hardware switches to TUNE all the drivers inside. Is this something folks are going to use?

Let's take a look!

CCA Rhapsody on Amazon https://amzn.to/3xZoOCp

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