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EXPLAINED: Iem - The Real Truth

FlyQuest shock Liquid to reach IEM Cologne 2026 Stage 2

Another disappointing loss for Liquid sees FlyQuest through to Stage 2 at Cologne.

Dot Esports

Ignore the shonky marketing – this IEM's pebble-smooth sound is a win

The Aful Performer 8S offers soulful tuning, but at $389 there's fierce competition.

Creative Bloq

IEM Cologne 2026 Major Pick’Ems: Last Minute Diamond Coin Guide

Here's your cheat sheet to get that Diamond Coin.

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The Aful Performer 8S is pebble-smooth and luxurious (just ignore the marketing)

This audiophile earphone is sleek and exciting, bassy and rich in detail.

Creative Bloq

How to Use the CS2 Souvenir-O-Matic: Craft Your Own IEM Cologne 2026 Souvenir Skin

Here's how to turn any CS2 skin into a gold-stickered tournament Souvenir, step by step.

Dot Esports

IEM Cologne 2026 Major Shop: Every Sticker You Can Buy and Dynamic Pricing Explained

The IEM Cologne 2026 Major Shop is live, and here's how it works.

Dot Esports

IEM Beijing returns to 2026 CS2 calendar after seven year hiatus

Will Beijing deliver fireworks once more?

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Vitality make Nuke comeback to sweep FaZe out of IEM Atlanta

apEX and co. made a brilliant comeback to stay alive in Atlanta.

Dot Esports

Vitality stunned by BetBoom in IEM Atlanta 2026 groups

Playoffs beckon for BetBoom after the upset win.

Dot Esports

IEM Atlanta 2026 Viewer’s Guide: Everything you need to know

Can NAVI finally make a dent in Vitality's dominance?

Dot Esports

Pop the kettle on, it's time for the soothing tones of the Mangird Tea Pro

Engagingly musical and beautifully built, this is a special IEM at $359.

Creative Bloq

Vitality clinch back-to-back Grand Slams with IEM Rio 2026 win

The organization is the first to ever win two Grand Slams in Counter-Strike.

Dot Esports

Out of Ziigaat's 14 earphones, Horizon is the peak

It's a fine line between energetic and piercing, but this IEM walks it expertly.

Creative Bloq

The Juzear Harrier earphones: Can ‘safe’ ever sound sexy?

At $330, this beautifully balanced IEM is a confident all-rounder aimed at the treble-sensitive.

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A year on, do the Kiwi Ears KE4 earphones still deserve the New Meta crown?

There's still that Harman bass, but the real star of the show is the mid range.

MusicRadar

“A very capable piece of kit that will see most players a long way into their gigging career”: the t.bone IEM D2.4 review

Budget-friendly and feature-packed – perhaps more than just the perfect introduction to in-ear monitoring

Dot Esports

IEM Dallas 2025 CS2: Schedule, results, teams, and more

Warming up before the Major.

TechRadar

I listened to Nine Inch Nails' With Teeth on Alessandro Cortini's Campfire Audio IEMs, and now everything else is just… less than

Thought hi-res audio was all a terrible lie? Not anymore you won't – just try Campfire Audio's Clara.

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I used a 600Hz esports monitor, but it didn't make me any less terrible at Counter-Strike

The Zowie XL2586X+ is the official monitor of the IEM Katowice Counter-Strike 2 tournament - but can it make you better at shooters?

TechRadar

Activo Q1 hybrid IEM headphones review: impressive and affordable audiophile IEMs

Astell & Kern's hi-res player now has matching high quality headphones that won't break the bank –joy!

Guitar World

“IEMs are the future – and these are solid performers to start with”: Ultimate Ears Pro UE 150, UE 250 and UE 350 In-Ear Monitors review

In terms of protecting your hearing and giving you a super-clean mix for playing live, there's nothing like IEMs, and these offerings from UEP are a great introduction

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Campfire Audio's stellar IEMs promise one giant leap for sound – but getting a pair won't be easy

The limited edition Moon Rover IEMs are typically striking and very exclusive – just 888 units are available worldwide.

Android Central

Fiio FH11 review: Stylish entry-level IEMs with a fun sound

The FH11 is Fiio's latest entry-level IEM, and it manages to deliver an engaging sound combined with an elegant design.

GamesRadar

17-year-old Counter-Strike prodigy carries his team to tournament victory in a performance dubbed one of the greatest in the history of the game

Danil "donk" Kryshkovets dominated IEM Katowice

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9 great gift ideas for audiophiles, from wired headphones to turntables and MP3 players

Can't figure out what to buy the audiophile in your life? We've picked out some great gift ideas.

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