Hardware & Tech

11May

By JasonNo Comments

iFi Audio GO link 2 DAC Review

In the rapidly evolving landscape of portable audio, the transition from dedicated bulky stacks to "dongle DACs" has been nothing short of a revolution. Among the titans of this industry, iFi Audio has consistently carved out a niche for itself by blending quirky British engineering with high-fidelity performance. The original GO link (review here) was a runaway success, praised for its affordability and surprisingly mature sound signature. Now, with the release of the iFi GO link 2, the company aims to solidify its dominance in the entry-level ultra-portable market. The Ultra-Portable Powerhouse Redefined The GO link 2 arrives at a time when competition is fiercer than ever. With rivals from FiiO, Moondrop, and Hidizs flooding the market with sub £100 options, a sequel needs to be more ...

Nacon Revosim Aston Martin Aramco F1 & Add-Ons Review

7May

By StuartNo Comments

Hardware & Tech

Nacon Revosim Aston Martin Aramco F1 & Add-Ons Review

We have something great to show off. Nacon have recently unveiled some awesome kit. Starting with the Revosim Aston Martin Aramco F1 Team customisation kit, but they've also just shown off some new add-ons for their Nacon Revosim ecosystem. We were lucky enough to get sent these before release. So we've been playing around with them for a short while, and I have to admit, they are pretty special. Revosim Revolutionises Sim Racing We're going to cut down each new piece of kit into it's own section. Giving you the big important details and features as well as the pricing if you want to pick up a bundle. Revosim Aston Martin Aramco F1 Team Custom Set Coming in it's own box, as shown above, you get a set of customisation options to change your standard RS Pure Steering Wheel, into a badass...

28Apr

By StuartNo Comments

Hardware & Tech

Gamrombo LED Wireless Controller Review

If you are in the market for a new controller but you might be short on cash. Then this wireless controller might be perfect for you. The Gamrombo LED Wireless Controller is compatible with the PlayStation 5, as well as PC. Available on Amazon at a RRP of less than £45. Although currently at time of writing, the controller is available for £30. Honestly, even before we get started with the meat of the review I'm going to say it. That is a bargain price. Similar Looks, Similar Performance We were fortunate enough to have had one of these delivered, but even at the price point, it almost seems too good to be true. Let's find out whether it was or not. Design Features From a looks point of view, this is straight out of the Dual Sense playbook. Two thumbsticks, a D-pad, face buttons, altho...

Corsair Sabre v2 Pro Carbon Fibre Wireless Gaming Mouse Review

24Apr

By StuartNo Comments

Hardware & Tech

Corsair Sabre v2 Pro Carbon Fibre Wireless Gaming Mouse Review

One of the top gaming peripheral companies out there. Corsair has recently released a new gaming mouse for us all to enjoy. The Sabre v2 Pro Carbon Fiber Wireless Gaming Mouse. Wow what a mouthful. It's worth taking the time to get the name right, though, because once you get to grips with this mouse, you are going to see why I'm buzzing about it. This Sabre is sharp! Retailing at £159.99, it isn't cheap, but you are going to get some incredible features. Let's see whether or not you think the price tag is justified. Design Features Let's talk about the looks first. With a superlight, carbon fiber unibody, it weighs a tiny 55g, giving you pro levels of play. Being able to move the mouse around quickly means that you get a head start against the competition. Built into the body is a tri...

21Apr

By Alex CrooksNo Comments

Hardware & Tech

Fantech Revolver 3 Controller Review

We've got quite the collection of Fantech reviews building in our catalogue and we've added one to the roster. We've grabbed the Revolver 3 controller to test and compare to other controllers we've tried. You can get the Fantech Revolver 3 here for just £19! Design / Quality The Fantech Revolver 3 is available in three colour varients: black, white and grey. When comparing it to next gen controllers, the build and design is closest to a PS5 controller. It's a solid plastic build with a light up Fantech logo which serves as your bluetooth connection display. It's a sturdy build and has a decent weight to it which makes ut feel like it is really well made. The design has symmetrical sticks making it perfect for the Playstation fans out there. However, when comparing the Revolver 3 to so...

17Apr

By JasonNo Comments

Hardware & Tech

be quiet! Dark Power 14 PSU Review

Let’s be honest, the Power Supply Unit (PSU) is the unloved middle child of the PC building world. Most people pour their budget into a flashy GPU that glows like a neon sign or a CPU that could simulate the weather in real-time, only to pair them with a "budget-friendly" metal box of sparks. But when you are building a high-end rig, you aren't just looking for power; you are looking for stability, efficiency, and, if you value your sanity, absolute silence. Pure Watts, Total Stealth Enter the be quiet! Dark Power 14 PSU range. There are the options of 850W, 1000W and 1200W. I was kindly sent the be quiet! Dark Power 14 1000W to test out. It is a high-end, ATX 3.1-compliant beast that refuses to make a scene. It is designed for the enthusiast who wants their PC to handle a massive overcl...

8Apr

By StuartNo Comments

Hardware & Tech

Aerox 3 Wireless Gen 2 Review

If you were in the market for a new mouse for your PC setup, I'd like to bring you something new from Steelseries. The Aerox 3 Wireless Gen 2! Retailing at around £100 and available in three colourways, Ghost, Shadow and the one we chose, Magenta Haze. Being fans of bright pink we went for the Magenta Haze colourway of this great mouse. Oh, and we even have a little bit extra to make the mouse review even smoother, the QcK Heavy mousepad! Also in the gorgeous Magenta colourway. Bright and Bold The retail price of this is a generous one, but is there enough on the features side to warrant dropping £100 on an upgrade? Let's check out the finer details and see what's what. Design Features Firstly, the look, that bright magenta colour is gorgeous. Constructed in an ultra-light material, th...

2Apr

By StuartNo Comments

Hardware & Tech

HAVN BF 360 Flow Case Review

We absolutely love it when we get a new PC case to review. This time we have the HAVN BF 360 Flow. Its an ATX Midi-Tower that boasts a couple of neat cooling features. Will it be enough for you to upgrade? Retailing at £169.99, it does have a hefty price tag. Do the features warrant the price? Well that's what we are going to discuss. Rock Solid Cooling So, what is important for you in a PC case? Plenty of vents? Fan space? Or do you just like something that look aesthetically pleasing? Let's dive into the BF 360 Flow! Design Features Being an ATX tower, it is a big boy. Measuring 522.6mm in height, with 515 mm length and 254 mm width. So if you are going to have this sat on your desk, you definitely will need a big desk. Otherwise, just sit it on the floor. All of that real estate doe...

30Mar

By StuartNo Comments

Hardware & Tech

Razer Viper V4 Pro Review

Razer keep releasing mice, and boy, is it hard to keep up! This time, they've released an updated version of one of their most popular mice. This one is the Viper V4 Pro. Touted as The Choice of Champions, it's been fully upgraded, but just what does that mean? Retailing from £159.99 and coming in black or white you can get a nice upgrade to your colour scheme, whatever it may be. Is it worth it though? This Viper Bites One thing that surprised me is that this is the first mouse from the Viper family that we've covered here at Thumb Culture. Boy, what a mouse to start with! Let's dive in and find out just what makes this good to use! Design Features It features the same standard shape of the previous Viper offerings, however its slightly lighter than its predecessors. Weighing only 49g...

30Mar

By StuartNo Comments

Hardware & Tech

iFi iDSD Phantom Review

With what could possibly be the most expensive piece of tech we've ever reviewed here at Thumb Culture. The iFi iDSD Phantom is not only priced at £4,499, it is also an incredible piece of engineering. Now I'm not an audiophile, but I've been around sound equipment for years, so I know what sounds good. From being in numerous bands, through to running a sound desk for other artists playing music. My life is always accompanied by music of some sort. So I hope that I've got the credentials to bring my thoughts to you. Phantom Power, or Powerful Phantom? So having released earlier this year, we've been testing this out for a couple of months. Just to make sure that we got the most out of it, we paired it with a set of bookshelf speakers from Edifier, the R1280DB that we have covered here. F...