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From inflated bass graphs to controlled listening tests, the metric failed at every level. Headphone reviews often treat total harmonic distortion as one of the cleanest ways to judge a driver. But research by Steve Temme, president of audio measurement firm Listen Inc., and Sean Olive, formerly Harman’s director of acoustic research, show why that trust can be misplaced. Their listening tests found that trained listeners usually needed playback around 108 to 110 dB SPL before distortion became detectable. Many people listen closer to 70 to 85 dBA. So the number can look serious long before the flaw becomes audible....

Learn how to clean your headphones and earbuds easily with this complete guide. Regularly cleaning your headphones not only keeps them looking nice and smelling fresh but also prevents muffled sounds or even ear infections caused by accumulated dirt and debris. However, headphones have delicate electronics and various types of foam, metal, and plastics, so improperly cleaning them can lead to more harm than good. Keep reading as we discuss everything you need to know to clean your headphones, earbuds, charging case, and headphone jack safely and responsibly! What You Need to Clean Headphones and Earbuds Regardless of what type...

Introducing the invention that protects you and your child’s hearing and ear health – the volume-limiting headphones. Listening to loud music can be fun and exhilarating. Doing so for long periods of time, however, leads to ear damage. It can be especially more damaging to children because their ears are less developed. Frequently listening to music at high levels can even lead to their hearing loss. The good news is that there is a device that allows both adults and children to enjoy their music without compromising their health – volume-limiting headphones and earbuds. This article will tell you more...

Find out what bone conduction headphones are and if they’re right for you. Bone conduction headphones have been around since the 90s and have been used in the medical field and the military. Despite their benefits, bone conduction headphones remain relatively unknown. This has led to skepticism about how they work and their effectiveness compared to regular headphones. Fortunately, understanding how bone conduction headphones work is simple. You just need to learn how they deliver sound and how this differs from regular headphones. Read on as we discuss what bone conduction headphones are and their pros and cons. We’ll also...

Number 7 might be the most delicious-smelling headphones ever created. Some audio DIYers refuse to stay in their lane. When regular headphones won’t do, they’ll use whatever’s handy, like nuts, coconuts, or even a sandwich. Here are eight bizarre headphone mods that show what happens when creativity meets too much free time. 1. Pistachio Shell Earbuds The Pistachio Shell Earbuds are exactly what they sound like: tiny earbuds tucked inside actual pistachio shells! Created by Penguin DIY, a YouTube channel that loves quirky tech projects, these earbuds show just how creative audio DIYers can get. The creator took apart regular...