The Sennheiser HD 600 open-back headphones have remained relevant nearly 20 years after their initial release. Let’s see if their technical performance can justify their reputation, as well as their price point.
In today’s world, of all the hurdles musicians must face, the most pressing matter is, of course, money.
In between the debts of touring, selling merch, being strangled by record labels, and selling your soul just to be featured on some 17-year old’s Spotify playlist, musicians must constantly ask themselves whether they’re willing to starve for weeks or buy a decent piece of much-needed gear. What’s worse is that the affordable gear is often junk.
Nektar is known as a manufacturer that provides solid value for money, and the Impact LX+ series is a perfect example. These keyboard controllers are available with 88, 61, 49, or 25 keys to suit any setup.
The Ollo Audio S5X are a pair of reference headphones with a neutral sound signature, designed for audiophiles as well as mixing and mastering engineers.
I’ve been a fan of these keyboards since the original Kontrol S series was released, but I found better value for money elsewhere due to the very high asking price.
Now, the Kontrol S Mk3 promises to redefine our expectations of a keyboard controller, and I admit, at first look, I’m excited. In this review, I’ll find out if the Kontrol S88, S61, and S49 Mk3 are worth every penny.
If you’re looking for small desktop monitors, it can be hard to justify throwing any more than $100 or so at the cause unless you’re an insane audiophile.
If you do fall into that category, the iLoud Micro Monitors are a phenomenal choice to consider within this niche of the market. They’re compact, and while not the cheapest option, they sound far better than anybody could ever expect them to.