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Headphones, headsets, earphones, and earbuds – what is the difference after all? These terms can sometimes overlap, so here’s a definitive guide.

A new pair of headphones is a good start for great audio, but what if we told you that even the best headphones can sound better with an external DAC?

Active and passive noise-canceling both sound like some futuristic technologies, but one of them is just masquerading its complexity. Here is a guide.

Balanced vs. unbalanced cables, what is the difference? Even the most expensive audio equipment can sound bad if you use the wrong cables. Here’s a guide.

Even the most expensive pair of earbuds can sound bad if you don’t use the right ear tips. They may not come bundled with the buds, so here’s how to pick them.

Answer: Listening to loud music is one of the main causes of noise-induced hearing loss, so we should all take preventive measures to make sure our health is our number one priority. As expected, volume is the main culprit here, but it’s vital to note that the time spent listening to loud music also plays

If you like owning cool new audio gadgets you must be curious about bone conduction, but in many regards, this is a step backward from air conduction.

If glasses are making it painful to use headphones check out these tips that will all but eliminate the pain!

There are substantial differences between wireless earbuds and true wireless earbuds and if you want to shop smartly you need to learn what they are.

Impedance is one of the headphone specs that often goes overlooked, but if you get it wrong you may find your expensive new headphones quite unusable!

Are you confused about headphone drivers? What is a headphone driver, and what does it do? Which headphone driver should you choose? Here’s a guide.

Does the plug on your pair of headphones have three or four conductors, or possibly five? Here’s a handy guide to headphone jacks and plugs.

IEMs and earbuds are often used interchangeably, but there are some key differences between the two that you should know before buying either.