Chase Bernath

British Columbia, Canada, Vancouver

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Anker Soundcore Liberty 5 vs Liberty 4 NC: Save your money

5 days ago | soundguys.com | Chase Bernath

If you’re looking for wireless earbuds packed with features at a budget-friendly price, you’ve probably encountered the Soundcore Liberty 5 and Liberty 4 NC. Both sets of earbuds come from Anker’s value-driven Soundcore line and offer a similar promise: great performance without breaking the bank. But now that the Liberty 5 are here, is it time to upgrade? Let’s break it down. This article was originally published on May 10, 2025, and this is the first version.
Sony Sony WF-C710N review

2 weeks ago | soundguys.com | Chase Bernath

When we tested the Sony WF-C700N, we found they fell short on fit and performance. Now, Sony has released the sequel, the WF-C710N. Are these wireless earbuds a mid-range maestro or another mid-tier mess? Let’s find out. The Sony WF-C710N are for those seeking comfortable noise canceling earbuds that cost less than flagship offerings. About this Sony WF-C710N review: We tested the Sony WF-C710N over a period of one week. Sony provided the unit for review.
Beyerdynamic AMIRON 300 vs AirPods Pro 2: A clear winner

3 weeks ago | soundguys.com | Chase Bernath

Beyerdynamic is swinging for the fences with the AMIRON 300 wireless earbuds, with a premium price tag that matches up with established players in the market. Apple is at the top of that list of established players, and the AirPods Pro 2 are one of the most popular earbud models in the world. So if you are looking for the best premium earbud experience, should you go with Beyerdynamic or Apple? After testing both, I can tell you this isn’t as close a contest as their prices suggest.
Akai MPK Mini Plus review: Still the best MIDI keyboard?

1 month ago | soundguys.com | Chase Bernath

When shopping around for a MIDI keyboard, most people start their search with Akai. For many, the brand has become synonymous with creating beats on the go. That said, the budget MIDI keyboard market is tightly contested, and we’ve seen lots of great options of late, such as the Novation Launchkey Mini MK4. Is the newest portable MIDI keyboard from Akai still the best option for the masses? Let’s find out in this Akai MPK Mini Plus review.
Nothing unveils a crude April Fools joke for audiophiles

1 month ago | soundguys.com | Chase Bernath

Are wired headphones a joke? Nothing seems to think so. •Published on54 seconds ago••April Fool’s is here, which means the usual slew of joke products announced. One caught our eye here at SoundGuys, as Nothing decided to take aim at audiophiles with their joke product of the day, a “new” set of earbuds. What’s so funny about them? The fact that they have a wire and a 3.5mm jack, apparently.
This upcoming AirPods feature will make travelling a lot easier

1 month ago | soundguys.com | Chase Bernath

TL;DRRumors point to a new live translation feature coming to AirPods this year. The feature will likely launch alongside the release of iOS 19. If you frequently travel, you’ll be excited to know that real-time translation functionality may be coming to AirPods this year. Recent reports suggest that along with the release of iOS 19 this summer, Apple will be adding a new translation feature to AirPods.
These are the first settings I change when I get new AirPods

2 months ago | soundguys.com | Chase Bernath

As an audio product reviewer, I get to test out a lot of new earbuds and headphones. When each new model of AirPods comes out, such as the AirPods 4, there are a few settings I tweak to save myself time and stress in the future. From stopping Siri from reading every single notification out loud to ensuring you never lose an earbud, make sure you know about these features to save yourself from future headaches.
HONOR Earbuds Open: Stay aware without any trade-offs?

2 months ago | soundguys.com | Chase Bernath

Best daily dealsAll products featured are independently chosen by us. However, SoundGuys may receive a commission on orders placed through its retail links. See our ethics statement. We tried the new HONOR Earbuds Open at MWC 2025, and we were pleasantly surprised. •Published on21 minutes ago••TL;DRWe tried out the new HONOR Earbuds Open at MWC 2025. These earbuds are packed full of features including AI Live Translation, AI Agent, ANC, and Surround Subwoofer technology.
Powerbeats Pro 2 review: Are these the best workout earbuds of 2025?

2 months ago | soundguys.com | Chase Bernath

Six years ago, the Powerbeats Pro stormed onto the field as one of our favorite wireless earbuds on the market. That said, a lot has changed in the market in the past half-decade, and the old Powerbeats Pro have been a benchwarmer lately. All these years later, Beats has finally added modern features like Active Noise Cancelling, as well as some unique features like heart rate monitoring to the Powerbeats Pro line.
Sony's new earbuds just leaked, and there's a new design to look forward to

2 months ago | soundguys.com | Chase Bernath

Sony might be gearing up for more than just new headphones this summer. According to leaks from The Walkman Blog, the company is also preparing to launch a new pair of budget-friendly noise-cancelling earbuds: the Sony WF-C710N. If these leaks hold true, the WF-C710N will be a successor to the WF-C700N, which we reviewed previously and found to be decent but not outstanding. So, what do these new earbuds bring to the table?