REVIEWS
"The Bolt is only $99.99, and it is absolutely a must buy with any of your major headphone or IEM purchases. This is a small, simple, easy to use DAC, and if your wan’t to really enhance your audio at home or one the go without wanting to throw money at a higher-end system, the Bolt is a perfect device."
Read the Major HiFi Review
"Between better sound quality through MQA, improved look, and increased durability it’s certainly something worth considering. And, when paired with the DB12 AAAMP, it makes for surprisingly high quality and portable system."
Read the Just Push Start Review
"Lightweight and bendable form-factor, USB-A and USB-C connectivity, THX and MQA certification, Auto-sensing power output, crystal-clear and natural sound."
Read the AV Nirvana Review
"I compared 5 DACs from 4 manufacturers and the Helm Bolt was a price/performance favorite. Since my review, I’ve been putting the Bolt through more musical paces and just like a good pair of boots, it gets better with time."
Read the Twittering Machines Review
"I’m impressed. The BOLT offers fantastic build quality, MQA and THX certification, small size, high-power output, and clean and clear sound. What’s not to love?"
Read the Headphonesty Review
"I tested the IE300 by using them with the excellent little Bolt DAC from Helm Audio which I then connected to my iPhone’s Lightning connector. The sound was just stunning and it’s incredible how much more detail I was able to hear than with a regular pair of Bluetooth earbuds connected to my smartphone."
Read the Forbes Review
"When I attached Helm Audio's Bolt to my phone. Way beyond being just a USB-C output to audio jack input adapter, that dongle-size digital audio converter manages to squeeze an amp into its tiny frame, as well. Everything I played sounded richer and fuller, especially when the tracks were CD-quality and higher."
Read the Newsweek Review
"In addition to the higher volume from the amplifier, the THX certified audio processor made the Sennheiser headphones sound far more theatric and delivered a fuller sound. The processor was so good, I wish all my audio could utilize the THX Achromatic Audio Amplifier (AAA) technology."
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"More than enough power to make your headphones scream from your favourite mobile device. Studio sound anywhere you go with an unmatched portable 12 dB of flawless linear volume gain. Also, with independently controlled 6 dB of massive bass boost!"
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DB12 AAAMP "In practical use, the amp is simplicity itself to use and that valuable boost in volume really does make your smartphone or tablet a useful media station. Hooked up to my demanding headphones it sounded bold and very pleasing. The same was true when connected to my Hi-Fi."
Read the Medium Tech Trends Review
DB12 AAAMP "The best way to describe the change is going from a flat sound to a more powerful one. Low tones are powerful, with mids and highs coming in crisp and clear. Even with the headphones and controller at max power, it simply could not achieve the same level of sound clarity and oomph the DB12 AAAMP offered."
Read the Editor's Choice Review at Just Push Start
DB12 AAAMP "We think the word “incredible” is actually better suited because we have one here that we have been playing with for almost a week now, and we can personally say that the boost is more than just “noticeable”."
Read the POC Network Review
DB12 AAAMP "Anyone can purchase an app that boosts the volume of your device, but that volume boost brings along distortions in whatever you might be listening to. This device not only ups the volume, but maintains clarity in the music. This is why audiophiles might get a big kick out of it."
Read the Droid Life Review
DB12 AAAMP "The Helm DB12 AAAMP is a great little inline amplifier that has an uncolored sound with lots of power on the go, enough for most cans. If you need more power from your phone then this would give it to you and as clean as possible."
Read the Headphonics Review
DB12 AAAMP "You really should check out the Helm DB12 AAAMP. It’ll put the kick into whatever the source material is, so your sweet headphones get the power they need (and deserve). There’s an insane amount of power coming from that tiny package, and it’s perfect for console use where USB devices are often restricted."
Read the KnowTechie Review
DB12 AAAMP "The DB12 AAAMP is a great solution for high-quality, on-the-go headphone sound. It’s a very capable little amp in a convenient package that can easily fit into a pocket or whatever bag you’re traveling with, and I love the way I can just plug it in and it works every time."
Read the Sound Stage Solo Review
DB12 AAAMP "The Helm DB12 AAAMP is a device that really only does one thing but does it exceedingly well. It makes any 3.5 mm input headset louder and does so without any distortion. Using the amp to increase volume compared to just increasing the master volume through the headset controls or audio source did add some fullness to the sound along with bringing out some of the undertones that are often buried in the mix."
Read the Hardcore Gamer Review
"Ultimately, the Helm DB12 AAAMP packs quite a punch in a small package. The tiny, unassuming THX-certified mobile amplifier truly delivers audiophile-caliber audio. Sound quality is exceptional with a deep, ear-rattling low-end boost and distortion-free amplification. The in-line volume and playback controls work really well and are a nice touch especially when you’re using a headphone adapter. Everyday use is easy with simple plug-and-play operation."
Read the Tech Up Your Life Review
"For what it is; an affordable, lightweight and compact in-line amp, I totally recommended it. The DB12 will definitely be used often alongside my Minidisc player and Razer Opus headphones as I travel locally and abroad. I’d even willing to go as far as giving this device as David’s Take Top 5 Product of the Year."
Read the WiFi HiFi Review
TW5 "Great battery life, excellent audio — including honest to goodness bass — they are lag-free, water resistant, and they’re comfortable to wear. Add in the $129.99 price tag, and the Helm Audio True Wireless 5.0 Headphones should be on your short list if you’re shopping for a new set of wireless earbuds."
Read the Forbes Review
TW5 "For $129.99 you won't find better sound quality than the Helm Audio True Wireless 5.0. The True Wireless 5.0 uses high-tech design and advanced materials to deliver audiophile-quality sound and is a bargain for under $150."
Read the NY Daily News Review
TW5 "Somehow the magicians at Helm have managed to zap this advanced audio tech with a shrink ray, putting electrostatic drivers inside wirefree headphones for the first time. They're teeny tiny, and they sounded pretty amazing in my short demo."
Read the Wired Review
TW5 "Through our testing, we found that the HELM "For $129.99, you won’t find better sound quality than the Helm Audio True Wireless 5.0. The True Wireless 5.0 uses high-tech design and advanced materials to deliver audiophile-quality sound and is a bargain for under $150."
Read the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette Review
TW5 "In terms of technical excellence, the TW5.0 is top of the tree so far in our TWS reviews for features. In particular, its battery life, stability, and range of its BT5 implementation are excellent."
Read the Headfonics Review
TW5 "The Helm True Wireless 5.0 headphones can deliver CD-quality sound via the AptX support, which means you can get decent bitrate audio sans physical connection. And that also means you’ve got ample bandwidth to garner great game audio too. The bass levels are impressive for in-ear headphones, and the high-end is incredibly sharp too."
Read the PC Games N Review
"These headphones definitely have a very hi-fi sound to them. The bass does not disappoint. It is thick and punchy, but still controlled and tight. The tightness and the focus of the low end sounds specifically tuned for kick drum sounds, and can be felt with every beat. At no point did the bass ever feel boomy, loose, or overbearing."
Read the Major HiFi Review
"Through our testing, we found that the HELM True Wireless 5.0 headphones performed at the top of their category and held their own with similarly priced products."
Read the Tech Aeris Review
"The TWS 5.0 from Helm beat everything I’ve listened to in the sub-$150 market to date. Great connectivity, no glitching, chunky bass and a rounded sound that doesn’t lose the mids all combine to one heck of a set of TWS earbuds."
Read the KnowTechie Review
"I use them for CrossFit, I use them for running, I use them for my daily music blast. The little arms Helm added to the body of the headphones keep them securely in your ears, and the sound quality is easily what you’d expect out of a pair of earbuds at twice the price. Don’t just take my word for it — they are the CES 2020 winner for true wireless headphones."
Read the Gaming Trend Holiday Gift Guide
"What sets these truly wireless buds apart from others is the incredible sound. Given the $99 price, you'd think these headphones would skimp on the base or the treble, but that is not so; in fact, the HELM earbuds are probably the single best sounding "exercise-minded" earbuds I've ever used—bar none."
Read the Tech Republic Mobile Gift Guide
"A $99.00 pair of Bluetooth headphones shouldn't sound this good or be this simple to use. That's why this pair of earbuds belong on multiple lists. If your loved one or friend is looking for an outstanding value to sound ratio, you cannot go wrong with these HELM headphones."
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"You will hear aspects in your favorite music that you did not know were there, which is an indicator of premium audio craftsmanship."
Read the My Mac Review
"HELM is really an example of how to steal the show with the dominance of deep and high tones."
Read the MobileArena Review (Translated to English)
"The audio performance is the reason to buy these earbuds, along with battery life. Both are standouts among true wireless earbuds. If you’ve been holding off in the hope that true wireless earbuds to get better, the Helm True Wireless 5.0 Headphones may just be what you’ve been waiting for."
Read the Geek Dad Review
"You don’t have to break the bank to get great sounding and good looking wireless Bluetooth earbuds."
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"Speaking of strong, holy cow the bass on these things! The HELM TW5s will absolutely please all you bass-hawgs out there, whether you're into hip-hop or acoustic string bass."
Read the GearFlogger Review
"The DB12 AAAMP is a great solution for high-quality, on-the-go headphone sound. It’s a very capable little amp in a convenient package that can easily fit into a pocket or whatever bag you’re traveling with, and I love the way I can just plug it in and it works every time."
Read the Sound Stage Solo Review
"That sound profile makes them equally good for movies, TV shows, and podcasts. Action movies will still sound dynamic and loud, but your podcasts and TV shows will have adequate separation between noise and talking. With their sporty, workout-friendly design they’re definitely more designed for music, but they can handle everything well."
Read the Talk Android Review