The majority of pro audio gear that makes the music you’re listening to on these headphones have no gold contacts. Yes, gold is a better conductor. Gold contacts get dirty too though.

Ever noticed the black rings on a headphone jack? Learn what they mean, how they affect audio, and why some jacks have more than others.

3.5 mm (1/8”) stereo headphone jack: 3.5 mm (1/8”) stereo headphone jack: 3.5 mm (1/8”) stereo headphone jack: ... Larger cabinet, bi-wiring, new crossover, and reengineered bass port are only some of ...

Separately, Yahoo tech columnist David Pogue has an interesting column this week on why the headphone jack is probably on its way out. And RW’s sister publication Twice is following the trend toward ...

But while the iPhone 7 is lacking a headphone jack, it isn’t lacking in compatible audio alternatives. Whether you hear your music via Bluetooth or a Lightning-to-analog adapter, it will still ...