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If you’ve been to a concert, you likely noticed singers and band members wearing some pretty interesting earpieces.For those who aren’t familiar with the obstacles present in live monitoring scenarios, the useful role these in-ear devices serve won’t be apparent.So, let’s get into why singers wear earpieces on stage. We’ll be going over the benefits they offer, the types of earpieces they use, and finally, why you’ll sometimes see singers take their earpieces out during a performance. Monitoring Methods for Singers: Earpieces vs. Stage Wedges Earpieces, also known as in-ear monitors (IEMs), are a live monitoring option for singers and...

Headphones have become a ubiquitous item in our everyday life. You can spot them in the train, cafe, office etc. You might own one pair of it yourself. Owning a headphone could mean a different thing for different people. For some, it act as a fashion statement. It’s easy to spot these people, the headphone are almost always just hanging around the neck.While for others, headphones can also serve as a mandatory piece of contraption to block out distraction, giving them space and time to escape into their own world. We took headphones for granted but they actually had come...

Intro Well, hello everyone within the audio world, today I have with me the BASN Metalen Pro from the audio brand BASN. The Metalen Pro is actually a four-driver hybrid iem consisting of two dynamic drivers and two balanced armature drivers and comes in with an MSRP of around $129. That 2DD and 2BA arrangement is beginning to become more popular lately and good to see it implemented in the Metalen Pro. At any rate, I was more than happy to check out this set as I have had nothing but good experiences with every single BASN set I’ve had...

In this article, I review the BASN MMCX IEMs. The MMCX is a hybrid triple-driver IEM with 2 dynamic drivers and 1 balanced armature. It’s designed for musicians and audiophiles and is priced at $95. Disclaimer: This sample was provided by BASN for an honest review. All observations and opinions here are my own, based on my experience with the product. In the Box1 * Pair of In-ear Earbuds2 * Detachable MMCX Cables1 * 1/4 Inch Adapter + Cable Clip + Cleaning Tool12 * Pairs of Replacement Eartips1 * Carrying Case Design The BASN MMCX IEMs boast transparent resin shells...

You’ve seen the term “active noise cancellation” used to promote wireless headphones, but what is it exactly? When you have no choice but to be exposed to constant ambient noise, active noise canceling (ANC) headphones can save the day (and your hearing!).However, if you’re the type who likes to research before jumping into a trend, it’s easy to get lost in all the technical jargon when reading about ANC.While ANC is technical, understanding its concepts is easy with the right resources. To help you with this, we’ve gathered all the information you need about active noise cancellation. Let’s dive right...