Hi-fi amplifiers

It's full of punchiness and power, but this more than capable NAD is let down by its lack of subtleties.

In spite of high expectations, this Arcam gives a flat and uninspiring sound, even when confronted with a wide variety of styles

The overall impression you get is that you’re getting an awful lot for your money – until you start listening

In search of delivering the last percentage point of detail and sonic purity, Moon has engineered out some of the music’s excitement

Put a foot on the ladder out of mainstream into the exceptional with this appealing amp

Many people will love this amp’s outgoing character - it’s just the thing to give a tired or bland-sounding set-up a real kick

Moon's 'budget' i-1 maintains the company's excellent sonic standards, but this amps needs more all-out precision

The AMP-200 might not be perfect but is very likeable, at least where sound is concerned

The Rega does a fine job with high frequencies – they shine when they should, but never spill into hardness

Plinius is a name still barely known in the UK, but judging from the quality of the kit we've heard, this New Zealand company makes some of the best h