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Audioquest Dragonfly Cobalt DAC/amp
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Audioquest Dragonfly Cobalt Plug-in DAC/Amp Synopsis

by Josh Noriega / March 13, 2020

Audioquest’s Dragonfly Cobalt update is the best sounding DAC/amp in dongle form, but can it stand with larger, battery-powered options? This synopsis gets to the point.

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Fiio M6 DAP
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Fiio M6 HiFi Android Audio Player Synopsis – The Tiny and Mighty DAP

by Josh Noriega / December 8, 2019

The Fiio M6 is impressively petite for its feature-set, which also maximizes its DAC/amp stacking usefulness. But is it a good budget audio player in its own right?

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iFi xDSD DAC
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iFi xDSD Portable Bluetooth-Enabled HiFi DAC Synopsis

by Josh Noriega / April 24, 2019

iFi attempts to substantially shrink down their preceding tank-like flagship portable DAC that on-the-go audiophiles, such as ourselves, have adored, but can it maintain the same acoustic excellence?

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Fiio M9 DAP
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Fiio M9 Compact HiFi Streaming Audio Player

by Josh Noriega / April 19, 2019April 26, 2019

Fiio’s new M9 HiFi player attempts a sweet-spot middle-ground between size and audio prowess, and upgrades the preceding M7 in a few notable ways. This synopsis lays out its key usability details.

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Fiio BTR3 DAC
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Fiio BTR3 Mini Bluetooth HiFi DAC Synopsis

by Josh Noriega / January 5, 2019

The BTR3 is the successor to our well-received BTR1. This slick concept of a super-compact HiFi Bluetooth receiver is made even slicker with a refined design and improved audio transmission. This Synopsis runs through the key details.

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Fiio M7 DAP
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Fiio M7 Compact HiFi Audio Player Synopsis – The little DAP that could

by Josh Noriega / August 2, 2018

Fiio’s lower-costing “M” series hits the fray with a bang with the new M7 audio player. It modernizes the lineup with a clean touchscreen interface and metal-clad build, while staying compact. But can its sound compete?

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Fiio Q5 DAC
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Fiio Q5 HiFi Bluetooth-Enabled Portable DAC Synopsis – Possibly the best for the money

by Josh Noriega / June 16, 2018July 4, 2018

Fiio has been expanding to other forms of audio gear, but isn’t forgetting about its roots. The Q5 is the company’s newest flagship mobile DAC, feature-packed with top-end developments but not price.

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Aukey 16W Bluetooth Wireless Speaker
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Aukey SK-S1 Bluetooth Speaker Synopsis – Premium quality at a budget price

by Josh Noriega / June 12, 2018July 15, 2018

When portable Bluetooth speakers are a dime a dozen, it’s important to up your game. This is exactly what Aukey has done. The SK-S1 wireless speaker looks more expensive than it is, and it has the audio quality to match.

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Braven Ready Elite Speaker
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Braven Ready Elite Bluetooth Speaker Synopsis

by Josh Noriega / April 16, 2018May 27, 2018

Braven’s “Outdoor” series has some of its most powerful Bluetooth speakers. The new Ready Elite is a middle-ground solution, promising mighty tunes in a still transportable package. Is the perfect balance struck?

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UE Blast Bluetooth Speaker
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Ultimate Ears Blast Wireless Speaker Synopsis (with UE Boom 2 comparison)

by Josh Noriega / March 28, 2018May 27, 2018

This Synopsis Ultimate Ears (UE) is one of the best Bluetooth speaker manufacturers out there. There’s a reason why I’ve hung onto my UE Boom 2…

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