Some Bluetooth headsets are designed to get beats into your ear: The C-SP 01 from Cosinuss is there to get them out. Cosinuss is showing a prototype of the device—it’s a heart-rate monitor, not a ...

In-ear monitors give musicians the ability to hear themselves and their band at safe volume levels during performances, no matter how big or small or loud the stage. But hearing your band in earphones ...

I’ve used Mackie wedges onstage for decades, both as monitors and main speakers. I knew it was only a matter of time before the manufacturer would dip into the in-ear monitor space. Their new MP ...

There are a fair few name-brand options in this price bracket, but Drumeo’s EarDRUMS offer a solid, comfortable and well-thought-out solution for those looking to make the jump into in-ears. Many of ...

Ex-movie theater projectionist Steve Guttenberg has also worked as a high-end audio salesman, and as a record producer. Steve reviewed audio products for CNET and worked as a freelance writer for ...

Sony's InZone E9's are not everyday headphones: as with many in-ear monitors (IEMs) you get no mic, no wireless connection, and no noise cancelling. Instead they're specifically designed for clearly ...

Headphones have become ubiquitous these days. Thanks to the iPod and the smartphone, it’s become commonplace to see someone wearing a pair of earbud style headphones. Earbuds aren’t always comfortable ...

The Shure SE215 Pro in-ear monitors are a brilliant budget option, whether you’re looking for your first ever monitoring system, a pair of backup IEM’s or just some killer multi-use earphones. For ...

is an editor overseeing The Verge’s product reviews and service journalism programs. Dan has covered the technology world for over a decade at The Verge. Earlier this year, Fender announced a new line ...

Stick it in your ear! The author, a sound engineer in Manhattan, shares his take on wringing the best sound from the tiniest earbuds (Photo: Frank Verderosa) In a city of 8 million people, I find ...