I will be attending my first Dallas CanJam Dallas in November giving two seminars: 1) an updated version of "The Perception and Measurement of Nonlinear Distortion in Headphones" and 2)  Headphone Target Curves for the B&K5128 and GRAS 45-CA-10 
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            October 5, 2025 at 4:31 PM
            
              
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    I’m at home listening to the Meze Empyrean Elite. And as much as I love it… CanJam spoiled me. Specifically the Abyss Diana DZ, Abyss 1266, and Audeze LCD-5. Those last two were used with very pricey systems, so they’d be serious investments.
I better start looking at amps and DACs more closely.
          I better start looking at amps and DACs more closely.
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        Thanks.... I will be going to the CanJam Dallas show so maybe another opportunity to run some listening tests
          
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    ABYSS JOAL Review
The 'ABYSS' sound at a more affordable price or something completely different?
Marcus finds out in his full review of the open-back planar driver JOAL, now published on Headfonics!
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            The 'ABYSS' sound at a more affordable price or something completely different?
Marcus finds out in his full review of the open-back planar driver JOAL, now published on Headfonics!
headfonics.com/abyss-joal-r...
#review #audiophile #audio #USA #headphones #canjam #audio
ABYSS JOAL Review
            Marcus reviews the ABYSS JOAL, a set of circumaural open-back custom 63mm planar driver headphones designed to be a "Jack Of All Listening". It is currently priced at $1895. Disclaimer: This sample wa...
          
            
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            September 26, 2025 at 11:42 AM
            
              
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    I learned a lot during CanJam. The biggest thing? That I’d like not only a better amp, but a better DAC.  
I have the Mojo2, which is great, but there were some DACs that really did a great job of separating the different parts of the music and really let brilliant headphones shine.
#audiophile
          I have the Mojo2, which is great, but there were some DACs that really did a great job of separating the different parts of the music and really let brilliant headphones shine.
#audiophile
            September 25, 2025 at 7:32 PM
            
              
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    New Video Alert - The guys have a round-up chat about their feedback from SoCal CanJam 2025. 
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CanJam SoCal 2025 Show Impressions in the ABYSS
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    「Letshuoer S12 Ultra」は2.5万円ほどか。久々に気になるイヤホンだけどダークカラーじゃないのがなあ…
CanJamで、発売前のLetshuoer S12 Ultraを試す機会があり、これはこれまでのバージョンで最高だと確信できます。
> 次の2ヶ月以内には発売される予定で、小売価格は$170です。
> このバージョンがこれまでで最もスムーズでクリーンだと感じています。低音/質感も向上していて良かったです。色は少し賛否両論あるかも
> 2024年版のような限定リリースではありません。
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            CanJamで、発売前のLetshuoer S12 Ultraを試す機会があり、これはこれまでのバージョンで最高だと確信できます。
> 次の2ヶ月以内には発売される予定で、小売価格は$170です。
> このバージョンがこれまでで最もスムーズでクリーンだと感じています。低音/質感も向上していて良かったです。色は少し賛否両論あるかも
> 2024年版のような限定リリースではありません。
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From the iems community on Reddit: CanJamで、発売前のLetshuoer S12 Ultraを試す機会があり、これはこれまでのバージョンで最高だと確信できます。
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    i also went to canjam socal while i was in town for the gala with @tmmgamer.bsky.social and it was so fun, despite not being able to hear the difference between any of the $1000-$3000-$50,000 headphone set ups LMAO
Sometimes it's just really fun to experience a niche hobby to learn what's on earth!
          Sometimes it's just really fun to experience a niche hobby to learn what's on earth!
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    Effect Audio Centurion II Review
EA's flagship cable gets a 2nd-gen release with this upgraded 24AWG multi-wire behemoth, called the Centurion II!
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            EA's flagship cable gets a 2nd-gen release with this upgraded 24AWG multi-wire behemoth, called the Centurion II!
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Effect Audio CENTURION II Review
            Nihal reviews the Effect Audio CENTURION II, the company's 2nd generation 8-wire 24AWG flagship audio cable with ConX interchangeable connectors. It is currently priced at $5999. Disclaimer: This samp...
          
            
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            September 19, 2025 at 12:01 PM
            
              
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    SMSL D1 Review
Small but mighty? Meldrick's full review of the new touch-capable and very affordable SMSL D1 DAC is now published on Headfonics!
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            Small but mighty? Meldrick's full review of the new touch-capable and very affordable SMSL D1 DAC is now published on Headfonics!
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SMSL D1 Review
            Meldrick reviews the SMSL D1, a compact and affordable desktop DAC with touch controls and capable of up to 32-bit/768kHz and DSD512 decoding. It is currently priced at $79.99. Disclaimer: I received ...
          
            
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            September 17, 2025 at 11:51 AM
            
              
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    We had a wonderful time this weekend at CanJam SoCal! Thank you all for joining us and special thanks to our partners from Linear Tube Audio, iFi Audio, Chord Electronics, Astell&Kern, and Ferrum Audio for all the help!
          
            September 15, 2025 at 11:11 AM
            
              
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        PLUSSOUND Allegro II Review
PLUSSOUND returns with a powerful-sounding update on their 2023 flagship hybrid multi-driver IEM.
A spot at the top table for the Allegro II?
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            PLUSSOUND returns with a powerful-sounding update on their 2023 flagship hybrid multi-driver IEM.
A spot at the top table for the Allegro II?
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PLUSSOUND Allegro II Review
            Marcus reviews the PLUSSOUND Allegro II, a new flagship dynamic, bone conduction, planar, and BA driver hybrid universal in-ear monitor. It is currently priced at $3999.00. Disclaimer: I received this...
          
            
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        Yamaha unveils the YH-4000 and YH-C3000 premium headphones — crafted in Japan with extraordinary sound, comfort, and design. Debuting at CanJam SoCal. zurl.co/OZhBt
        
            Yamaha Expands Premium Lineup with YH-4000 and YH-C3000 Headphones - That Eric Alper
             Yamaha today announced the launch of two new premium headphones — the YH-4000 and YH-C3000 — expanding its high-end headphone lineup with models that deliver extraordinary sound and comfort. The YH-4000 is an open-back model featuring Orthodynamic drivers, drawing direct engineering and design inspiration from the flagship Yamaha YH-5000SE. It offers a more intimate and energetic […]
          
            
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            September 15, 2025 at 2:10 AM
            
              
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    CanJAM SoCal talk is history. @rtings.com.web.brid.gy
          
            September 15, 2025 at 1:03 AM
            
              
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    #Audiophile Thoughts on some of the headphones I tested today at #CanJam: 
* Abyss Diana DZ: Amazing clarity and smoothness. Ridiculously light and comfortable. Saving up for it.
* Abyss AB1266: SO. MUCH. RESOLUTION!
Shout out to the team at @abyss-headphones.bsky.social for the GREAT convo!
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          * Abyss Diana DZ: Amazing clarity and smoothness. Ridiculously light and comfortable. Saving up for it.
* Abyss AB1266: SO. MUCH. RESOLUTION!
Shout out to the team at @abyss-headphones.bsky.social for the GREAT convo!
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            September 14, 2025 at 5:51 AM
            
              
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    CanJam, day 1 in the bag! If you’re there tomorrow, I’d love to meet you! #CanJamSoCal #CanJam #Audiophile
          
            September 14, 2025 at 4:21 AM
            
              
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    We are using some very tiny condenser microphones with a 3D printed acoustically transparent mic holder to measure leakage effects and to compare in-ear responses of listeners at CanJAM while wearing the headphones
          
            September 13, 2025 at 4:08 PM
            
              
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    FiiO SNOWSKY Melody Review
An affordable dual CS43131 dongle DAC with up to 250mW of balanced output power, all wrapped inside a unique wood exterior!
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            An affordable dual CS43131 dongle DAC with up to 250mW of balanced output power, all wrapped inside a unique wood exterior!
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#review #dongle #headphones #earphones #iem #socal #canjam #smartphone #iPhone
FiiO SNOWSKY Melody Review
            Marcelo reviews the FiiO SNOWSKY Melody, an affordable wood-designed dongle DAC with a dual CS43131 DAC and a 250mW balanced amplifier. It is currently priced at $39.99. Disclaimer: I received this sa...
          
            
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            September 13, 2025 at 11:13 AM
            
              
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    HIFIMAN Ananda Unveiled Review
HIFIMAN is known to trickle down its flagship technology to many lower-tier headphone models. The Ananda Unveiled is no exception.
Their most competitive version of the Ananda yet?
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            HIFIMAN is known to trickle down its flagship technology to many lower-tier headphone models. The Ananda Unveiled is no exception.
Their most competitive version of the Ananda yet?
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#review #audiophile #headphones #socal #canjam
HIFIMAN Ananda Unveiled Review
            Louis reviews the HIFIMAN Ananda Unveiled, a new midrange set of open-back planar headphones using the company's latest 'Unveiled' acoustic technology. It is currently priced at $549. Disclaimer: I re...
          
            
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            September 12, 2025 at 11:15 AM
            
              
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    Are you ready for CanJam SoCal? 🙌
This weekend, make sure to visit booth A7-A8 to get a taste of the Meze Audio experience. 🎶🎧
          This weekend, make sure to visit booth A7-A8 to get a taste of the Meze Audio experience. 🎶🎧
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        BGVP Solomon Review
BGVP has been stepping up their premium range IEMS of late, so it's no surprise to see them launch the Solomon, a high-end dynamic, EST, BA, and bone conduction driver IEM.
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            BGVP has been stepping up their premium range IEMS of late, so it's no surprise to see them launch the Solomon, a high-end dynamic, EST, BA, and bone conduction driver IEM.
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BGVP Solomon Review
            Nihal reviews the BGVP Solomon, the company's latest flagship hybrid 9-driver dynamic, BA, EST, and bone conduction driver universal IEM. It is currently priced at $1299. Disclaimer: This sample was p...
          
            
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            September 10, 2025 at 11:35 AM
            
              
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    SoCal CanJam 2025 is in 5 days! In this video we talk about a few of the listening stations we will have to demo. youtu.be/qb3pwQ5EUog
        
            CanJam SoCal 2025 Preview ABYSS
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            September 8, 2025 at 6:01 PM
            
              
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        Auris Audio Headonia 300B Review
The king of the headphone tube amplifiers? Marcus finds out in his full review and comparison of the Summit-fi Auris Audio Headonia 300B.
Now published on Headfonics!
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#review #headphones #amplifier #tubes #socal #canjam #highend
        
            The king of the headphone tube amplifiers? Marcus finds out in his full review and comparison of the Summit-fi Auris Audio Headonia 300B.
Now published on Headfonics!
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#review #headphones #amplifier #tubes #socal #canjam #highend
Auris Audio Headonia 300B Review
            Marcus reviews the Auris Audio Headonia 300B, a Summit-fi desktop tube headphone amplifier and pre-amp with up to 7W of output power. It is currently priced at €11999. Disclaimer: This sample was purc...
          
            
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            September 8, 2025 at 11:23 AM
            
              
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    HiBy R6Pro II 2025 Review
A 2nd Edition DAP that comes with an upgraded DAC and more power. A solid contender at this price point?
James finds out in his latest review, now published on Headfonics!
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#review #audiophile #audio #dap #android #wireless #socal #canjam
        
            A 2nd Edition DAP that comes with an upgraded DAC and more power. A solid contender at this price point?
James finds out in his latest review, now published on Headfonics!
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#review #audiophile #audio #dap #android #wireless #socal #canjam
HiBy R6Pro II 2025 Review
            James reviews the HiBy R6Pro II 2025, a 2nd-gen Android 12 DAP with a dual CS4308P DAC and up to 632mW of Class A/AB amplification. It is currently priced at $699.00. Disclaimer: This sample was
          
            
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            September 6, 2025 at 11:53 AM
            
              
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    The CanJam SoCal Seminars are announced including the one I will be presenting with co-author Pierre Lelièvre from @rtings.com.web.brid.gy Details below.
Beyond THD: Measuring Headphone Distortion the Way We Hear It
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            Beyond THD: Measuring Headphone Distortion the Way We Hear It
Noon to 1:00p
CanJam SoCal 2025 (September 13-14, 2025)
            Tip rolling seems to matter a bit more with these than others.  We had a lot of discussion on the TWS thread about this.  For people who prefer round tips, the Eletech TWS and  Divinus Velvet Wide Bor...
          
            
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