We would like to extend our sincere thanks to James from ABX Audiophiles  for taking the time to conduct such a thoughtful and detailed review of the LAiV Harmony µDAC and µDDC . In his video review, James explored the LAiV uDAC as a compact R-2R DAC solution, sharing clear impressions on build quality, usability, and, most importantly, sound character. He described the uDAC as delivering a natural, organic presentation with strong tonal balance, highlighting the musical stre

We are pleased to share a recent review of the LAiV Harmony µDAC and Harmony µDDC  by Stereo Times . In the review, Ed Van Winkle highlights the µDAC’s natural, analog-like presentation, praising its musical ease, tonal richness, and freedom from digital glare. Designed around an R-2R ladder architecture and discrete output stage, the µDAC delivers an engaging and fatigue-free listening experience well beyond expectations for its price. When paired with the µDDC, the system i

We’re happy to share that the LAiV Harmony µDAC has been selected as Best Budget DAC by HiFi Huff in his latest roundup. In the video, HiFi Huff highlights the µDAC for its musicality, build quality, and overall value, placing it among the top choices for listeners looking for high-end sound without the high-end price tag. Rather than telling you too much, we’ll let Steve explain it in his own words. 🎥 Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/-Mg-Rx5jmkw?si=CvAdz9ZOu7eHnWGX&t=

We’re proud to share that the LAiV Harmony HP2A  has been awarded Best Headphone Amplifier  and named a Headfonia Recommended Amplifier  as part of Headfonia Best of the Year 2025 Awards . The HP2A was praised for its powerful yet refined sound, ability to drive even the most demanding headphones, and its versatility as both a reference headphone amplifier and a high-quality preamplifier. 👉 Read the full award feature and review here: https://www.headfonia.com/headfonia-best

We are honored to share that the LAiV Harmony µDAC  has been selected as Old Guy HiFi’s Top Picks for Best DACs of 2025 under $1,000 . In his latest year-end roundup, Ed highlights the µDAC for its musicality, unique R-2R approach, and outstanding value in today’s crowded digital audio market. Being included among his top digital picks of the year is a meaningful recognition, and we are grateful for his continued trust and thoughtful listening. Watch the full video to hear Ed

As we wrap up another incredible year, we are thrilled to share a special highlight from the community. Nemo Propaganda has released his 2025 Product of the Year Awards  video, and it’s packed with passion, honesty, and thoughtful insights from his journey across the audio world. We’re honored that LAiV products were featured in multiple categories this year and humbled to be part of a list that includes so many respected brands and creators. 👉 Watch the full video here:...

Special thanks to Thu for the thoughtful deep dive. We are excited to share a new YouTube review of the Harmony µDAC by Tharbamar , who put our compact R2R DAC through a wide range of real-world listening tests. In his video, he explores the µDAC’s design, menu system, tuning, and how it behaves across different systems and music formats. He also compares it with well-known DACs, highlights where it shines, and shares honest thoughts on where it can improve. If you’re curious

Special thanks to Mike for the thoughtful deep dive. Mike from Audio Arkitekts recently shared his thoughts on the Harmony µDAC, and his review highlights exactly why this compact R2R DAC has been getting so much attention. Design with Intent He points out that the µDAC feels purpose built for the desktop. The matte black chassis, brass feet, and engraved top plate give it a clean, industrial aesthetic. The stealth tinted display and milled selector knob help create a focused

Special thanks to Dr. Wojciech Pacuła for the thoughtful deep dive. We’re excited to share a new, in-depth review of the Harmony GaNM Monoblock Power Amplifiers  published by High Fidelity , written by Dr. Wojciech Pacuła . Dr. Wojtek has long been recognised for his meticulous listening tests and his ability to articulate not just how equipment measures, but how it feels  in a real music-listening experience. His latest review is no exception—beautifully written, highly deta

We’re excited to share a fantastic YouTube review of our Harmony GaNM  amplifier by Lachlan from Passion for Sound . In his in-depth video, Lachlan takes a close look at the LAIV ecosystem , praising our consistent design language across the range — from black and gold aesthetics to matching display styles — and the variety of products we offer to suit different systems and budgets, including the Harmony DAC, micro DAC, macro DAC, and GaNM amps. Key highlights from Lachlan’s

We’re excited to share a brand-new video review of the Harmony HP2A by Ed from Old Guy Hifi ! Ed takes a deep dive into the HP2A, covering its performance as both a headphone amplifier and preamplifier, and sharing his honest impressions after spending time with it in his system. A big thank you to Ed for the wonderful review and for showcasing the HP2A to his audience! Please check out the video to find out more. LAIV Designing Dreams, Yours Specifically!  🎶 Credit: Ed Holm

We’re excited to share that Headfonia  has published their in-depth written review of our Harmony HP2A ! A huge thank you to the Headfonia team for the wonderful write-up and for taking the time to explore what makes the HP2A special. We’re proud to announce that the HP2A is already on the fast track to one of Headfonia’s end-of-the-year awards  and is now officially placed as a Headfonia Recommended Amplifier . Review Summary Pros: Exceptional sound Three-dimensional staging

We’re excited to share a brand-new video review of the Harmony GaNM  by Ed from Old Guy Hifi ! Ed takes a deep dive into the design, performance, and sonic character of our GaN-based power amplifier, and gives his honest impressions after spending time with it in his system. If you’ve been curious about what makes the Harmony GaNM special, from its lightning-fast transients  to its effortless control over demanding loudspeakers , this review is a great way to see and hear wha

We’re excited to share a new review  of the Harmony DAC , this time from none other than Ron at New Record Day ! Ron brings his trademark clarity, enthusiasm, and real-world insights to the table in this detailed and thoughtful review. Whether you’re already familiar with LAIV Audio or just discovering us for the first time, this video is a fantastic look at what the Harmony DAC brings to the listening experience. We want to extend a huge thank you to Ron  for the kind words,

We’re excited to share a brand-new, in-depth YouTube review  of the Harmony µDAC  by none other than WaveTheory ! Known for his detailed and thoughtful analysis, WaveTheory has taken a close look at our compact R-2R DAC and he didn’t hold back. This is a comprehensive and honest review , covering everything from build quality and design to sonic performance and how the µDAC stacks up against other options in the market. Whether you're curious about how the µDAC performs in re

We’re excited to share a new video review of the Harmony µDAC  by GoldenSound from The Headphone Show , where he takes a closer look at its sound performance, build quality, and how it stacks up against other options in the market. Key Takeaways from the Review: The Harmony µDAC  impresses with its compact, well-built design  and delivers a natural, realistic presentation  of vocals and instruments. It offers a sense of spaciousness and musical flow  that sets it apart from m

We’re excited to share a new review of the Harmony HP2A  and Harmony GaNM  by Nemo Propaganda  on YouTube. In this detailed video, Nemo highlights the system’s compact form , refined design , and impressive sonic performance . He notes that the stack offers excellent resolution, air, and space , with a natural tonality  that stands out even when compared to well-regarded amplifiers. The HP2A and GaNM are praised for delivering micro-detail and realism  without sounding artifi

We're excited to share a recent video review by Nemo Propaganda , featuring an in-depth look at the Harmony µDAC . In this review, he explores its sonic character and how it fits into a high-performance audio setup — all in a compact and affordable form. Key Takeaways from the Review: The Harmony µDAC  delivers an impressive blend of air, resolution, soundstage depth, and separation , all while maintaining a smooth and natural presentation. It offers a relaxed yet refined sou

We’re excited to share that The Ear  has published a fantastic in-depth review of our Harmony DAC , and we couldn’t be more grateful for their thoughtful analysis and high praise. In the review titled “To OS or Not to OS” , author Dave Berriman takes a deep dive into what makes the Harmony DAC a standout in today’s crowded digital audio landscape, especially with its selectable NOS (Non-Oversampling)  and OS (Oversampling)  modes. Dave explores the DAC’s natural tonality, spa

We're excited to share that Lachlan Fennen from Passion for Sound  has just released a comprehensive YouTube review of the Harmony µDAC ! In the video, Lachlan takes a deep dive into the sound quality, design, and performance of our compact R-2R DAC, offering honest impressions and thoughtful insights. He also explores how the µDAC pairs with the Harmony µDDC for even greater musicality and finesse. Whether you're already a fan of LAiV Audio or just starting your audiophile j