Soundpeats Air5 pro+

Specs:

1DD + xMEMS Driver Configuration.

Supported Bluetooth 5.4 Codec: SBC/AAC/LC3/LDAC/aptX/aptX Adaptive/aptX Lossless.

Chip: QCC3091

Water Resistance: IPX5

Battery Capacity: 35*2 mAH (Earbuds) 520mAH (Case);

Frequency response range: 20Hz-40kHz.

Price: $130.

Inside the Box:

SoundPEATS Air5 Pro+.

Charging case.

Few pairs of oval ear tips in S and L sizes.

Short charging Type-C cable.

Cute panda stickers.

User manual.

The New Air5 Pro+ has a great ergonomic design, is well-built, and kept me comfortable all day. The -55dB ANC worked impressively in every environment I tried. The microphone was crystal clear and performed flawlessly, even in a busy café, allowing me to hear calls perfectly.

The SoundPEATS Air5 Pro+ earbuds offer impressive sound quality, comfort, and features at an affordable price, making them a top choice for budget-conscious consumers.

Design and Comfort

The Air5 Pro+ features a sleek stem-style design with a matte black finish and gold accents, giving them a premium look. Weighing very little, they are lightweight and comfortable for extended wear. The earbuds come with three sizes of ear tips to ensure a secure fit, which is crucial for effective noise cancellation and overall comfort during use.

Sound impressions:

Equipped with xMEMS drivers, the Air5 Pro+ delivers impressively detailed and dynamic sound quality that rivals more expensive models I’ve tried. I really liked their ability to produce clear audio across various genres, making them a great choice for both music lovers and casual listeners. The earbuds also support LDAC for high-resolution audio, though this feature is disabled when using multi-point connectivity. The low-end hits with speed, authority, and control, with Sub-Bass that’s both deep and detailed, while the Mid Bass remains quick and impactful. The midrange is very clean, while the lower range has a nice amount of body and the upper range brings a bright, energetic vibe, giving both male and female vocals the energy and natural tone they need.

The treble on the Air5 Pro+ is crisp and detailed, with excellent extension and energy. Its open, airy sound signature offers a wide, accurate soundstage that’s perfect for movies and games.

Aune IR300

The Aune IR300 is a standout in-ear monitor, offering flagship-level performance at a budget-friendly price, along with a wide range of tuning options and accessories. Its build quality is excellent, featuring a smooth metal shell that’s more compact than many of its competitors. I found them really comfortable and they offered excellent isolation.

Inside the solid box, you’ll find the IR300, a large pouch, and a thick, high-quality copper cable that’s both durable and modular in design. There are also two types of ear tips in three sizes each, three filter nozzles, plus an open and a closed tube filter. The cable supports both 3.5mm single-ended and 4.4mm balanced connections. I really enjoy the art deco design of the faceplate and the sound of this IEM with the stock filters in place.

Let’s start with the filters: the default Brass one delivers a wide, rounded bass tuning with a good amount of upper treble energy. The sub-bass extends nicely and can dig deep when needed, while the mid-bass is quick and well-balanced. Overall, the bass feels like listening to a quality shelf system with full-range speakers complemented by a small subwoofer. The mids on the IR300 are warm, with a balanced amount of body and thickness—right in between thick and thin, and just perfect to me. The detail and separation are impressive, with both male and female vocals offering excellent placement and emotion. The treble is crisp, airy, and detailed, without being overwhelming to my ears. The soundstage is wide open and airy, offering great imaging with good depth and height.

The Black filter delivers deeper, warmer bass and mids but results in less crisp treble. Soundstage is a bit more subdued but only slightly.

The Silver filter reduces the bass more than the others but adds a sharper, brighter upper end, with a soundstage similar to the original.

Open vs. Closed

The tube only mildly affects the sound, not so much the lows and highs, but more in terms of air and soundstage presence. Personally, I prefer the open design.

In a Nutshell:

The IR300 is a well-crafted IEM that offers just about everything you could want. Its appealing W-shaped tuning works well with many genres, striking a great balance between musicality and technical performance.

Soundpeats H3

The Soundpeats H3 is a hybrid with triple drivers, featuring a 12mm dynamic driver and dual balanced armatures for a rich, IEM-like listening experience. It offers Adaptive Hybrid ANC up to 55dB, blocking 99.8% of noise with six built-in mics and four app-controlled modes—indoor, outdoor, transport, and adaptive—for optimal noise reduction across a 4000Hz range. For calls, its 6-mic setup with Qualcomm CVC 8.0 and an L-shaped acoustic tube boosts vocal clarity, filters wind and ambient noise, and minimizes echo. Battery life reaches 37 hours total, with 7 hours per charge and fast charging that delivers 2 hours of playback in just 10 minutes. The PeatsAudio app lets you tweak EQ for bass, mids, or treble, customize touch controls, and use features like multi-point connection, real-time battery display, and fit tests for a smooth, personalized audio experience. The shape is very familiar to most music lovers as that tried-and-true IEM shape, I found the H3 fit snugly into my ears and provided good isolation and comfort. The ABS+PC resin body is well made, and I like the look of it too!

What’s in the box

SOUNDPEATS H3 HIFI Wireless Earbuds

Cable

User Manual

Protective Case

Eartip Replacements

SOUNDPEATS LINKS:

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SPECIFICATIONS:

Hybrid: 1DD + 2BA per side

(1) 12mm Dynamic Driver
(2) Balanced Armatures
– Chipset: Qualcomm® QCC3091 com Snapdragon Sound™
– Touch Controls
– Bluetooth 5.4
– Profile: HSP/ HFP/ A2DP/ AVRCP
– Codecs: SBC/AAC/LDAC/aptX/aptX Adaptive/aptX Lossless
– BT signal range: 10 meters
– Waterproof Rating: IPX5
– ANC and Ambient sound (4 modes)
– PeatsAudio APP – EQ presets & customization
– Low Latency mode (60ms)
– 6 Mics AI ENC for calls
– Dual-device connectivity
– Play time: 7h
– Battery life of earphone: 37h
– Charging time: 1h (earphones) 2h (charging case)
– Earphones battery: 35mAh
– Charging case battery: 400mAh
– Input: 5V-1A
– Charging by USB-C port
– Earphones material: plastic + aluminum
– Case material: plastic
– Case size: 4.2cm [H] × 6.8cm [W] × 2.9cm [D]
– Weight: 6g (one side)(without tips)
– Case weight: 41.4g (without earphones)
– Total weight (box, earphones, etc): 208.6g
– Packaging size 12.7cm [H] x 12.5cm [W] x 5.6cm [D]

Sound wise>

The Bluetooth 5.4 connects flawlessly without any issues, the ANC performs very well, and the microphone ENC works excellently in most situations. The sound has a well-tuned V-shaped profile, with clear vocals and a midrange with a clean detail and separation. The treble offers a nice amount of air and crispness without ever sounding harsh or shouty. The soundstage is wide, accurate enough for gaming, and immersive enough for movies on the go. Overall, it strikes a great balance between technical performance and fun. The bass is deep with a fast roll-off, the sub-bass delivers a nicely controlled rumble, and the mid-bass impact is quick and satisfying.

Fiio DM15 R2R

The FiiO DM15 R2R is a portable CD player featuring Fiio audio R2R DAC technology enjoyable listening experience. It’s built to handle both classic CD / CD-R playback and digital audio, making it a good choice for music lovers looking for retro CD with modern features.

The DM15 R2R features a discrete resistor ladder DAC, renowned for producing a more natural and cleaner sound than traditional delta-sigma DACs. It also features decently powered headphone amplification capabilities, with single-ended outputs delivering up to 310mW at 32 ohms and balanced outputs reaching 1150mW at 32 ohms. This should drive most headphones effectively and does well with in ear monitors as well.

The Fiio is not only a portable CD player but also an all-in-one unit. It’s a USB DAC, Bluetooth transmitter, and CD/CD-R player, it supports Bluetooth aptX and aptX HD as well as FLAC, WAV, WMA, AAC, and MP3 digital files.

The build is a nice solid design with an all-metal body, but this could also be a minus as well. it comes with a large 4700mAh lithium battery, I’ve personally gotten around 6-7 hours of playback time. I did not like the glass top as it adds to the worries of this portable device. While the build is all metal it still feels fragile for traveling.

Sound-wise, it doesn’t disappoint. The R2R delivers a great mix of enjoyment and detail, capturing the analog-like warmth of older players but with much more clarity compared to my long-owned Aiwa and Sound Design models. You could call it a modern classic, combining all the latest tech with the nostalgic sound of the past—only sharper and more precise.

In a nutshell:

The Fiio DM15 is an excellent all-in-one device for both portable and desktop use, delivering everything you’d expect from a traditional CD player and DAC/amp combo. In my opinion, the buttons and screen are a bit too small, and while the glass top and metal frame feel sturdy, they’re also somewhat delicate. I’d suggest using the available protective case or keeping it in a bag to avoid scratches. As for me I will use it mostly around the house as it’s a great addition to my desk equipment.

Fiio/Jade JT7

Specifications
Item Description
Product name Open‑Back Planar Headphones
Model JT7
Material & Color Black
Driver setup Diameter 95×86 mm planar driver; 3 µm PET silver‑plated aluminum‑alloy voice coil diaphragm
Frequency response 7 Hz–40 kHz
Sensitivity 92 dB/mW @ 1 kHz; 109 dB/Vrms @ 1 kHz
Impedance 18 Ω @ 1 kHz
Earphone connector Dual 3.5 mm (TS)
Cable Dual 3.5 mm (TS) to 3.5 mm single‑ended; Dual 3.5 mm (TS) to 4.4 mm balanced
Accessory Headphones ×1; Cloth storage pouch ×1; 3.5 mm SE cable; 4.4 mm balanced cable; 3.5 mm to 6.35 mm adapter ×1; Quick start guide ×1
Single unit Weight About 318 g (excl. cable)

The Fiio/ Jade audio JT7 comes in a simple box, inside one finds everything you would need from a velvet pouch to both a balanced and single ended cable. This is the first folding planar I have used making it good for storing away when not in use but due to its open nature I would not recommend traveling with it. The construction is solid with a mixture of plastic and aluminum and a steel reinforced headband. The pads are very comfortable; the pads are wide enough for my ears inside and there is little clamping force on my big head. The pads on the headband are removable, and Velcro holds them to the frame, they are firm in nature providing good support. The earpads are a mix of velour and PU-leather with vent holes for breathing. I think if one adds full leather the Bass would be a little deeper. The cables are a nice thick design and seem robust in construction.

Sound Impressions

The JT7 offers a rich and satisfying lower bass, with its large 95x86mm planar driver delivering deep yet quick response, paired with a well-textured and controlled punch. I found it nicely balanced between quality and quantity. The sub-bass is clearly distinct from the mid-bass, letting the different instruments come through without turning into a muddy mess.

The Mids on the Jade JT7 are warm, with good note weight and a natural texture that I found very enjoyable. Vocals have a nice, forward center placement as they should, and there’s a decent amount of separation between the instruments. While details were good, they are more towards a smooth less sharp presentation.

Treble on the had a very good natural tunning, it was relaxed and not at all sharp and over extended, but it could have used more air and sparkle to fit my needs. This is not to say I couldn’t hear cymbals and instruments properly it lacked the energy I personally think would have made this shine even more.

The soundstage on the JT7 was, as expected, wider than average but more so in width than depth, definitely not huge or as immersive as some open-backs. However, its imaging was well-executed and, in my opinion, more accurate than most budget headphones.

In A Nutshell.

The Fiio JT7 is a great budget option! It has a smooth, warm, and safe tuning that people will either find boring or enjoy for hours—I’m definitely in the latter group. I like them a lot. I think they work well for media and games, though they wouldn’t be my first choice for those. For music, however, I really enjoy them. They’re well-made, comfortable, and a pleasure to use.

Oneodio StudioMax1

Let us start with the packaging, its big and gives one that premium feeling, inside one finds the Studio Max1 sitting in there waiting for me to use it with enthusiasm, there is also a strange little box thing, it is the Oneodio M1 transmitter giving the Studio Max1 an ultra-low latency performance to its already great Bluetooth and wired capabilities. You will also get a long cable with both a 1/4 and 3.5mm end, a smaller 3.5 to 3.5mm with a full-sized adapter and a USB- C to A cable as well as a pouch that turns into a small backpack.

Oh yes and the simple but cool M1 low latency transmitter.

I put them on and began listening, the pads are super plush, and clamping force is light even on my big head. construction is mostly plastic like their other headphones but solid and no creaking or noises could be heard. There’s metal under the headband, but it’s also nicely padded.

My first listening was with the Bluetooth, and I was blown away.

I’ve been impressed with a few Bluetooth headphones before, but this one really caught me off guard. Honestly, I was expecting a bass-heavy, V-shaped tuning.

The Studio-Max1 delivers a rich, tight, and punchy low end with impressive clarity and impact. Both the sub-bass and mid-bass have great speed and texture, never lingering too long. It’s not often I get such satisfying control and slam.

Bass is forward and also wide, akin to a nice set of floor speakers in a small room.

The midrange has a slightly warm yet balanced, almost neutral presentation, with excellent forward vocals. Both male and female voices sound natural, carrying good body and emotion.

The Treble has a good amount of air and sparkle but is smoother in its tuning with no sharp edges. Still, it sounds great and I can hear each instrument with good clarity and spacing.

The SM1 surprised me with its very well-done technical Bluetooth performance, it is not an open back audiophile headphone but compared to the masses of V-shaped or Harman wireless it sounds more focused even if it’s still very fun and enjoyable. Soundstage is vast and has good depth as well with accurate placement and space.

Wired the SM1 loses a little stage and gained more bass but ultimately there basically the same tuning just with slightly less brightness and air in the presentation making it more Harman with Bass forward.

The list of features includes the M1 it gives the SM1 a slightly less bright sound but very close to the original.

The M1 boast an ultra-low latency (20ms)

The Studio Mx1 features Bluetooth 5.3 for easy pairing with phones, tablets, and PCs. It also comes with 3.5mm and 6.35mm wired cables for use with traditional audio devices. Boasting an impressive 120 hours of playtime in Bluetooth mode and 50–60 hours with the dongle, it’s built for extended listening. It is also certified for Hi-Res Audio and LDAC, with LC3 decoding support for lossless wireless transmission. Experience exceptional wireless listening and Dual-Mic ENC Clear Call – Dual-Mic ENC intelligently separates your voice from background music or crowd noise making it ideal for taking calls near or in crowded places.

In a nutshell: The Oneodio StudioMax 1 is a particularly unusual Wireless/ Wired set of headphones. both useful for DJ work, music enjoyment and games or movies. a good well-rounded device providing great sound with comfort as well.

Punch Aidio Martilo

Specifications / Technical Details

DRIVERS : 1 planar driver / 2 balanced armatures (Knowles RDE) plus 2x8mm dynamic drivers

SENSITIVITY : 100dB @ 1kHz

FREQUENCY RESPONSE : 10Hz-22kHz

IMPEDANCE : 9 Ω @ 1 kHZ

CABLE : 2-Pin 0.78 mm to 3.5mm/4.4mm (modular plugs)

1 Micro Planar Driver + 2 Balanced Armatures + 2 Dynamic Drivers,

priced around $329.

Okay let’s start with the packaging. Cool eye-catching graphic here on this first try of a brand I’ve never used before. The soft, smooth feel of the medical grade resin and guitar pick shaped shell are excellent for all day use as is the passive isolation with the provided tips. the case is large and fits everything nicely, while the cable is thick and modular it is coated well and doesn’t tangle easily, honestly one of the best cables I have seen in this price range. The provided tips are adequate and comfortable.

Testing, as always, starts with the same tracks and my go-to devices like the Tempotec V1, V3, V6, and March III, along with the iFi Gryphon, Valkyrie, SMSL DS20, SP200, and my collection of dongles. After the thorough testing phase, I’ll occasionally pair it with other equipment, and over time, I form my thoughts and opinions about the item.

Sound Impressions:

The Punch Audio Martilo presents with a robust lower impact from the wonderous hybrid internals. The Sub-Bass is impactful and well textured. MidBass is punchy and has a good speed and power but slightly falls behind the Sub in most instances and lacks a super-fast response needed for certain types of music. Although it was very good listening to classic rock and jazz its didn’t o so well with speed metal and the like. Still the Bass is good for all but the most decerning Bass Heads looking for a deeper and yet better detailed quality lower end.

The Midrange of the Martilo is as expected with a heavy and wide Sub response, warm and lush lower mids fall behind the music and sound decent but recessed, male vocals have body and a richness but lack energy. Female vocals sound a little better due to a lift in the upper midrange and sound more forward and brilliant. Depending on the source the midrange can sound pretty good as there is little bass bless compared to other heavy bass IEM but there is still some there.

The treble comes in smooth but not lacking, while not the most open and airy sounding extension there is a good amount of details there and things sound natural and tame. Its a safe tuning but works good for this unit, still I would have liked more sparkle up top.

Soundstage and overall technical performance is slightly above average for a V-ish maybe U-ish tuning but in this price-range, perhaps just average in overall imaging and width. Definity not good for gaming but decent for most music.

In a nutshell:

The Punch Audio Martilo is a enjoyable set with stellar build, good quality accessories and its very fun!

Twistura D-minor

https://aoshida-audio.com/products/twistura-d-minor

Let’s start with the unboxing, it was a nice experience indeed to find everything that comes with this sub $40 IEM.

Inside is a nice leather like pouch, two sets of tips in different sizes, a cable, the IEM, a set of different tuning nozzles and even a USB-C dongle. The shells are a unique U-shaped design with short nozzles, while it should be comfortable for most larger tips or using foam ones may help with isolation and fit issues. Its built well and was comfortable for me as is.

Specs:
Brand: TWISTURA

Model: D-MINOR

Type: Replaceable Cable HiFi IEM

Driver Unit: 10mm Dual-Magnetic Dynamic Driver

Diaphragm Material: LCP Dome Composite Diaphragm

Impedance: 30Ω ± 3 (@1kHz)

Sensitivity: 108dB/Vrms (@1kHz)

Frequency Response: 15Hz-37kHz

Connector: 0.78mm 2-Pin

Cable Plug: 3.5mm Stereo Single-Ended Plug

Sonically the D-minor is a highly enjoyable and yet competent beyond its price point.

The lower end delivers both power and precision, with the sub-bass offering a satisfying rumble and texture, even if it’s not aimed at bass heads. Mid-Bass presents with speed and a tight punchy response and has very minimal bleed into the midrange if any.

The Midrange on the D-minor is of median weight and has a wonderful color and tone. Both Male and Female vocals are well represented here with a rich and perfect placement in front of the instruments. Separation and clarity are far better than expected.

The Treble is perfectly controlled with a vivid extension that gives one all the air and sparkle without overextending itself. I found the highs to be just right and natural sounding.

Soundstage on the D-minor is wide and spacious with good height and depth, spot on accuracy with well-done imaging makes this even more amazing.

In a nutshell:

The Twistura D-Minor is a uniquely designed IEM and easily one of the best-sounding options under $40 I’ve heard in a long time. It offers great value and could easily be a daily driver for any music lover.

ARTTI T10 PRO

The ARTTI T10 Pro comes in a nicely adorned box inside you’ll find the IEM, two packages of tips in 3 sizes and the very nice modular cable. The pro offers a sold metal build and maintains the round shape. For me it was comfortable and it did provide good isolation.

Brand: ARTTI

Model: T10 Pro

Driver Unit: 14.2mm flat moving coil

Impedance: 16.5Ω±1%（@1kHz）

Total Harmonic Distortion (THD): ≤1.5%（@1kHz）

Sensitivity: 96dB/mw（@1kHz）

Frequency Response: 20-20kHz

Wire: Four strand 216 core * 0.05mm high-purity copper silver plated wire

Wire interface: Universal 0.78mm 2Pin interface

Wire plug: standard with one to two specifications of 3.5mm/4.4mm, interchangeable

Packaging accessories:

Black/Silver headphones *1 pair

3.5mm+4.4mm 2-in-1 plug Headphone cable *1

Black ear muffs and white ear muffs * 3 each

Headphone storage box *1

Packaging box *1

Instructions *1

Certificate of conformity *1

Warranty Card *1

Sonically

The T10 pro is warmer that the original with nicely deep Sub-Bass response and tight punchy Mid-Bass, the Bass has texture and control with a typical planar roll off. I liked the full-bodied midrange with its warm and rich lowers vocals are vivid and balanced with female but so lively and rich with male. while there is some recession it is minimal in most circumstances. The treble has sufficient details and air but is more typical Planar with a more relaxed tuning that has a decent balanced property. Technically this is more towards a smooth and enjoyable without harshness tunning, soundstage is wide enough and has decent imaging but nothing spectacular like the original.

In a nutshell:

The Artti T10 pro is a polar opposite of the original. The buyer should know that it’s more of a new direction than and upgrade. The original was more detailed and brighter, this is not to say it’s not good. the pro offers a warm rich tunning that is relaxed and natural for the music lover.

SMSL R1

Here are its key specifications: https://aoshida-audio.com/products/smsl-r1

Inputs: Supports USB, Optical, and Coaxial connections, allowing compatibility with PS5, PCs, and mobile devices.

Outputs: Equipped with two headphone outputs (3.5mm and 4.4mm), RCA line-out, and a microphone input.

Power Output: Delivers up to 120mW (32Ω) and has a dynamic range of 98dB.

EQ Modes: Offers four EQ presets and independent treble and bass adjustments (-9dB to +9dB).

Design: Compact and portable with RGB lighting, making it both functional and stylish.

The SMSL R1 is a solid aluminum-built gaming DAC/ Amp that offers EQ presets with independent treble and bass adjustments. With a range of -9dB to +9dB, users can tailor the sound to their liking, boosting bass for more immersive gaming or enhancing treble for clearer, brighter and more crisp music playback. It has a dynamic range of 98dB, and average headphone output up to 120mW @32Ω this should be good for almost every gaming headphone and most mainstream ones as well. It should be noted 100% this is not an audiophile product; this is for casual music listing and serious gaming audio. The RGB is subtitle and not flashy the overall look is cool with a retro knob I personally like.

I found the EQ was adequate but did either go from cold to warm quickly. I personally don’t like to use EQ with the exception of Bass boost like Xbass and Xspace if needed. The device is solid but not so heavy, it comes with an adapter for the audio and mic inputs as well as a USB cable. Sonically it is tuned for its task, Music has a crisp detail, and the device does have good separation and air while resolution may not be the audiophiles cup of tea it works well for enjoying a few songs in-between gaming. I mostly liked the look of the device, its retro style and good build and will use it mostly as a gaming and movie DAC as it works well that way.