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Bridging the gap between audiophiles and casual listeners.

Toronto, Canada
Joined June 2023
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Having trouble choosing a DAP? Check out my all-inclusive guide on how to choose a DAP in 2026! youtu.be/IG2ymysUV_8 #dap #digitalaudioplayer #mp3player #walkman #ipod
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My HIDIZS ST2 Pro Nebula review is live! Comfortable fit, punchy sound, and easy USB-C listening. I would have liked an EQ app and volume buttons, though. Watch the review, including a mic test: youtu.be/lWWCjzA_xiY
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Keep your favourite headphones. Add a mic. I tested the Antlion ModMic USB 2 with my Sennheiser HD 550. Great voice quality, but another cable to manage. Hear it for yourself: youtu.be/sPb5YGlbhYY
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HiFi Oasis has a new look! 🎧 I’ve redesigned the site with a cleaner layout, better light and dark modes, and easier reading on mobile. Take a look around and let me know what you think! hifioasis.com/
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Toronto Audiofest 2026 was busier than I expected 🎧 My quick recap is now on YouTube: listening rooms, Earvana, headphones, and IEMs in just over three minutes. Watch: youtu.be/BZf0GW8mOws #TorontoAudiofest #HiFi
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Surfans listened. The $150 F20 Pro+ gets a sharper screen, a clickable wheel, better buttons, and an improved launcher. Same great sound, but much better for daily use. My review: youtu.be/sCuMAP_7Sn8
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Done with Day 1. Come say hi at Toronto Audiofest 2026! 🎧 📅 October 16–18, 2026 📍 Sheraton Toronto Airport Hotel & Conference Centre 📍Booth Number: Earvana Fest #Linsoul #TorontoAudioFest #MusicLovers
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Your DAP’s software matters every time you listen to music. My latest guide compares Android, HiBy OS, MTouch, and more, from browsing albums to playlists and everyday usability. Which DAP OS suits you? youtu.be/Pd3HI3HjTiI #DAP #digitalaudioplayer #hiby #shanling #ibasso #android #surfans #snowsky #fiio
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🎮 SteelSeries and KontrolFreek have unveiled a new Fortnite gear collection featuring Peely GameBuds, a Water Sprite headset, a Storm mouse, Battle Bus mousepad, keycaps, and controller accessories. SteelSeries items include in-game codes. Full story: hifioasis.com/news/steelseri… #steelseries #kontrolfreek
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Had a bit of a break, but now I'm back at it! Here's a teaser for some upcoming reviews, and no, it's not two M3 Plus DAPs in the pic 😏
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Confused about what features DAPs have and which ones are actually useful? Check out my video, "Every DAP Feature Explained – What Actually Matters?" youtu.be/-o0Oq-cacog #daps #digitalaudioplayer #mp3player #walkman #ipod #usbdac #bluetoothdac #audiophile
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Can $25 retro headphones actually sound good? The SNOWSKY Wind Pro is ultra-light, surprisingly spacious, and deeper-reaching than expected. Paired with the Echo Nano, it creates a great modern Walkman-style setup. Full review here: youtu.be/9KH1TB_RqpU @SNOWSKYofficial @FIIO_official #snowsky #retro #windpro
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The Fosi Audio S3 had solid hardware from the start, but the software side needed some work. Now that it is officially Roon Ready and the companion app has been redesigned, is Fosi’s first network streamer finally ready for prime time? Watch here: youtu.be/dVNL0AsxtOk #audiostreamer #musicstreamer #hifi #fosiaudio @fosi_audio
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The SIVGA Lyrebird is a $149 quad-driver hybrid IEM, and it is one that I thoroughly enjoyed reviewing. Watch my review to find out why: youtu.be/eKcaGTcMJbI @sivga_audio @sivgaaudio #iem #iemreview #sivga #audiophile
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HiFiGo’s August AliExpress sale runs from August 17–26. I went through the full list—here are the deals that stood out. 🧵 Disclosure: HiFiGo supplied the sale details and previously provided some of the review units. Affiliate links may be used.
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Premium reviewed picks: • DUNU DN242 — $307.12, 9/10 hifigo.com/products/dunu-dn2… • Juzear Harrier — $297.49, 8/10 hifigo.com/products/juzear-h… DN242 prioritizes vocal clarity and technical ability; Harrier offers a smoother, fatigue-free presentation.
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