Alexandra Plesa

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Articles

27 Most Underrated Audio Gear Across All Categories

2 weeks ago | headphonesty.com | Alexandra Plesa

These picks are the audio world’s best-kept secrets. Not every piece of gear gets its moment in the spotlight. Some of the best-sounding, most reliable audio equipment out there flies completely under the radar. They’re skipped over because it’s not flashy, expensive, or trendy. This list highlights the underrated stuff: headphones, speakers, amps, and more that quietly earn their keep, even if they don’t make it into every “best of” roundup. Headphones3. Grado SR60e / SR80e5. Sony MDR-V66.
Collectors Are Using a $1,000 'Pancake Maker' to Bring Warped Records Back From the Dead

3 weeks ago | headphonesty.com | Alexandra Plesa

We wouldn’t call this a must-have, but it sure is pretty!A thousand dollars to fix a warped record? That’s exactly what Pro-Ject is betting vinyl collectors will pay for their new “Flatten It” device. This specialized machine uses heated aluminum plates to gently reshape warped vinyl to remove the skips and distortion that can ruin playback. While the price tag might make casual listeners wince, die-hard collectors faced with irreplaceable warped gems might find it worth every penny.
6 Worrying Signs Tidal Is on the Way Out, According to Audiophiles

3 weeks ago | headphonesty.com | Alexandra Plesa

Audiophiles defended Tidal for years. Now even they are jumping ship. Tidal’s future is looking shakier by the day. Once the gold standard for audiophiles, evidence suggests this high-fidelity platform might be on life support. For music lovers who’ve defended their premium subscriptions for years, the warning signs are becoming impossible to ignore. 1.
AirPods Max Just Gained a Feature No Other Studio Headphones Offer

4 weeks ago | headphonesty.com | Alexandra Plesa

This update makes AirPods Max studio-ready for real. Apple has announced a major firmware update for AirPods Max that delivers 24-bit, 48 kHz lossless audio, and ultra-low latency when connected via USB-C. But the real headline? With this update, AirPods Max become the only headphones that let musicians both create and mix in Personalized Spatial Audio with head tracking.
Vinyl and CDs Have Officially Killed Digital Downloads, and Everyone's Cheering

4 weeks ago | headphonesty.com | Alexandra Plesa

Digital downloads are losing their place in between convenience and nostalgia. In 2024, digital downloads brought in just 2 percent of recorded music revenue in the U.S., down from 43 percent at their peak just 10 years ago. Meanwhile, vinyl records achieved their highest sales figures in 40 years. Streaming has taken over. Vinyl refuses to go away. CDs are even making a small comeback. But downloads are quietly disappearing, and no one seems to miss them.
Headphones Are Making Us Lonelier Than Ever, Experts Warn

1 month ago | headphonesty.com | Alexandra Plesa

There’s a simple fix, but no one wants to do it. Loneliness rates have been climbing steadily for the past few years, and studies point to a surprising contributor: our headphones. While delivery apps and remote work share blame for our increasing isolation, headphones create invisible barriers in public spaces where chance encounters once led to connections. The problem has been so widely spread that researchers call for awareness of an ongoing loneliness epidemic.
Music Collectors Sound the Alarm as CD Quality Plummets to All-Time Low

1 month ago | headphonesty.com | Alexandra Plesa

They just don’t make CDs like they used to. CD sales have steadied after years of decline and continue to appeal to physical media enthusiasts. Yet, as I hold the newest additions to my collection, I can’t help but notice a troubling disconnect. Despite their ongoing popularity, the manufacturing quality has dropped to an all-time low. Record companies continue to cut corners on a format that still outsells vinyl, and I’m not the only one to make a fuss.
CDs Remain More Than Twice as Popular as Vinyl Despite Industry Hype, Says New Study

1 month ago | headphonesty.com | Alexandra Plesa

The gap between vinyl hype and actual listening habits is bigger than anyone expected. Nearly half of Americans still use CDs, while only one-fifth use vinyl records, according to a new survey. These findings contradict the music industry’s claims about vinyl’s dominance. What’s more, physical formats continue to show surprising strength in today’s digital streaming world.
Music Icons We Said Goodbye to in 2025

2 months ago | headphonesty.com | Alexandra Plesa

Legends never die. Their music plays forever. We’ve already said goodbye to several music legends in 2025. Some gave us chart-topping hits. Others created entire genres. All of them changed music forever. Here’s a chronological look at the artists who have passed away as we take a moment to remember them and their contributions. We’ll continue to update this list as the year goes by.
10 Influential People You'd Never Guess Are Audiophiles

2 months ago | headphonesty.com | Alexandra Plesa

Their sound systems reveal stories beyond public achievements. It’s obvious that there are many world leaders and celebrities who enjoy music. That said, only a select few qualify as true audiophiles. Being an audiophile requires a deeper dedication to sound quality, equipment, and the overall listening experience. We have some examples that not only fit the bill, but might surprise you.