Stephen Menor

Stephen is a musician, cinematographer, and headphone enthusiast who is passionate about reviewing audio equipment. He has been playing guitar for at least a decade, which introduced him to professional recording equipment such as headphones and in-ear monitors. With the help of reviews and online content, he was able to learn the ins and outs of the hobby. His goal is to give back to the community by providing quality content to help others enjoy the beautiful (and expensive) world of audio.

Favorite Headphones: Sennheiser HD660s

Best IEMs Under $200 (In-Ear Monitor Reviews)

The 200 USD price point is one of the most competitive areas when it comes to IEMs. IEMs in this price range are no longer held back by their price … Read more

Best Headphones For Guitar Amps (From Budget To High-End)

Practicing electric guitar at home is not always fun. Turning up the volume of your guitar amplifier late at night usually results in having angry neighbors knocking on your door. … Read more

9 Best Headphones That Don’t Need an Amp

The audiophile hobby can sometimes be intimidating to get into. There are multiple combinations of different types of gear, such as headphone amplifiers, DACs, and headphones that can achieve different … Read more

Best IEMs Under $50 (Budget In-Ear Monitors)

In-ear monitors were once exclusive for professionals. The over the ear cable and flat side design was only available in high-end custom IEMs or those produced by companies like Shure … Read more

Open-Back vs Closed-Back Headphones (Audio 101)

Personal audio is a complex topic. Many concepts may be daunting at first for those who are just getting into the hobby. But if you take things one step at … Read more

Best Audiophile Headphones (2020 Reviews)

There are a lot of audiophile headphones in the market. Some come from well-established brands such as Sennheiser and Beyerdynamic, while some come from newcomers such as Hifiman and Audeze. … Read more

7 Best Audio Technica Headphones in 2020

Audio Technica is one of the most reputable brands in professional audio. They have been manufacturing professional equipment such as mics and headphones for decades. Their experience in crafting innovative … Read more

Top DAC & Amp Recommendations – Focal Elear Headphones

The Focal Elear is widely considered to be a popular upgrade option to mid-tier headphones such as the Sennheiser HD660s, Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro, and Hifiman Sundara. It does an … Read more

7 Best DROP Headphones (Massdrop Headphone Picks)

Drop, formerly known as Massdrop, is one of the best places to get high-quality audio equipment such as headphones, DACs, and headphone amplifiers. They have collaborations with highly regarded companies … Read more

Best High Impedance Headphones For Every Budget – 2020 Reviews

There are generally two classifications of headphones when it comes to power requirements. There are low impedance headphones and high impedance headphones. Low impedance headphones usually don’t need additional amplification, … Read more

8 Best Low Impedance Headphones – 2020 Reviews (Budget To Premium)

Low impedance headphones are a perfect starting point for those who are just starting in the audio hobby. Most of these models don’t need a headphone amplifier or DAC/Amp. They … Read more

Best DAC Amp Combos (From Budget Picks to High-End Audio)

There are plenty of ways to improve your headphone setup. The most common way is by getting a dedicated headphone amplifier and DAC stack. However, you can also opt for … Read more