The Marshall Middleton II boasts excellent sound quality, a classy design, and plenty of battery life, but almost fittingly, it can sometimes feel stuck in the middle.
After chasing the pricier loudspeaker dollar, Dali has returned to its roots with the super-affordable Kupid. Is the companyβs entry-level mojo still working?
If FiiO spots even a slight gap in its product line-up it seems compelled to fill it β and if it can do so while telling an interesting story and adding a bit of visual interest at the same time, thatβs even betterβ¦
Topping is absolutely determined to become a force where affordable digital audio equipment is concerned β and the DX5 II proves itβs going the right way about itβ¦
Evolution, not revolution: the second generation flagship Bose noise-cancellers are the same as the first, except where they're not (because they're better)
The Sennheiser HDB 630 are a great-sounding pair of wireless headphones that bring on-the-go aptX audiophile sound to everyone β yes, even iPhone owners.
The FiiO QX13 is a headphone amp/DAC with open and detailed sound to make your smartphone sing, but it's a little fiddly and has plenty of competition.
The JBL Grip is a fun entry into the audio giantβs Bluetooth speaker portfolio, and largely impresses with a top-tier design, attractive lighting, and good overall sound.