Maike Paeßens
Maike Paeßens has been working as a author, editor, product specialist and project manager in various areas of the MI sector since 2005. In addition to recording studio technology, she also works with synthesizers, DJ equipment and in the hi-fi sector. Her artistic interest is reflected in the production of tobacco pipes, which she produces under her own label.
Article from Maike Paeßens:
Beyerdynamic DT 275 Pro
For 119 euros, the Beyerdynamic DT 275 Pro deliver excellent isolation and considerable volume headroom. Great for DJs, though the treble falls a bit short.
Nothing Ear (3a)
IP54 protection, LDAC, multipoint, a ten-hour battery, and clever recording storage for 99 euros. We test sound, ANC and the app.
Soundcore Liberty 5 Pro Max by Anker
AI earbuds with 12h battery, Bluetooth 6.1, LDAC, AI recorder, and excellent ANC. Bass-heavy sound, strong call quality – AI features require paid subscription, restrained treble.
Soundcore Space 2
Comfortable fit, effective ANC, LDAC, and AI translation make the Soundcore Space 2 a strong value pick. Transparency mode hiss is the one trade-off.
Sennheiser HD 480 PRO Plus
These studio headphones weigh 272 grams AND are incredibly comfortable to wear! The Sennheiser HD 480 Pro Plus works well with glasses – but there’s a catch.
Nothing Headphone (a)
These over-ears last longer than a week of music listening – and they're even waterproof! The Nothing Headphone (a) have just two small catches you should know about.
Huawei FreeClip 2
Open-Ear Redefined: Huawei’s FreeClip 2 Sets New Standards.
Grell OAE2
The Grell OAE2 don’t chase analytical detail. Instead, they aim for immersion, space and natural sound—our review explains why.
Nothing Ear (3)
The Nothing Ear (3) combine a unique Super Mic in the case with adaptive ANC, LDAC and a bold sound signature. Stylish, weatherproof and feature-rich – but with room for improvement in transparency mode.
Creative Aurvana Ace SXFI
The Creative Aurvana Ace SXFI is the first product to offer Super X-Fi streaming, combining hybrid drivers with powerful sound to provide an impressive all-round package. Weaknesses: ANC and lack of hi-res codecs.