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I tested this digital audio player and its sound dominates almost any rival, but there's a catch

6 September 2025 at 10:00
Not for the first time, Astell & Kern has delivered a digital audio player it suggests represents β€œthe peak of performance and design”. Is the SP400 an actual peak this time, or just another step in the journey?

I tested Beyerdynamic's wired earbuds for vocalists/guitarists and the midrange clarity is palpable – I wish I'd had the money during my career

Beyerdynamic's DT 72 IE do exactly what they promise –offer vocalists and guitarists something more dedicated to work with – and if that's you, they deliver. For everyone else, the slightly flat performance, dynamically speaking, and the easing off through the bass may become an issue over time

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