Articles by: Andy Madden

Andy Madden

Andy is Deputy Editor of What Hi-Fi? and a consumer electronics journalist with nearly 20 years of experience writing news, reviews and features. Over the years he's also contributed to a number of other outlets, including The Sunday Times, the BBC, Stuff, and BA High Life Magazine. Premium wireless earbuds are his passion but he's also keen on car tech and in-car audio systems and can often be found cruising the countryside testing the latest set-ups. In his spare time Andy is a keen golfer and gamer.

Articles by: Andy Madden

Best hi-fi systems 2022: micro, vinyl and streaming music systems for the home

By Joe Svetlik, Andy Madden published 14 January 22

Best buys A hefty stack of hi-fi separates not practical? You should consider an all-in-one audio system instead...

Best iPhone headphones 2022: budget, premium, wireless

By Joe Svetlik, Andy Madden published 14 January 22

best buys Make the most of that excellent sound quality with our pick of the best iPhone headphones on the market right now.

The best Sony WF-1000XM3 deals and lowest prices

By Andy Madden published 13 January 22

deals Get the best deal on the Sony WF-1000XM3 wireless earbuds and save a bundle in 2022.

Sony WH-1000XM3 wireless headphones – Best Sony WH-1000XM3 deals 2022

The best Sony WH-1000XM3 deals 2022

By Andy Madden published 13 January 22

deals We've found the best deals and cheapest prices on the wireless, noise-cancelling Sony WH-1000XM3 headphones.

Silver pair of Sony WF-1000XM4 AirPods alternatives

The best AirPods alternatives 2022

By Andy Madden published 6 January 22

Best Buys Apple isn't the only fruit: ditch wires completely with the help of these excellent AirPods alternatives.

Sony WF-1000XM4 noise-cancelling earbuds in silver

Best noise-cancelling earbuds 2022: budget and premium

By Andy Madden published 6 January 22

Best Buys Cut out the hustle and bustle of daily life with our pick of the best noise-cancelling earbuds on the market.

Best audiophile headphones 2022

By Joe Svetlik, Andy Madden published 6 January 22

Best Buys The best audiophile headphones, ranging from affordable to expensive high-end options, hit all the right notes.

Best in-ear headphones 2022: budget to premium

By Andy Madden published 5 January 22

Best Buys The best in-ear headphones we've tested, including cheap pairs for running and premium monitors for serious listening.

Best DACs 2022: USB, portable and desktop digital-to-analogue converters

By Andy Madden, Becky Roberts published 5 January 22

Best Buys The best DACs can really take a hi-fi, desktop or portable system to another level, and we've rounded up our favourites here...

Best Sony TVs 2022: budget, premium and smart

By Joe Svetlik, Andy Madden published 5 January 22

best buys In the market for a new TV? A Sony flatscreen will probably be on your shortlist – here's our pick of the current crop.

JBL 4305P Studio Monitor is a compact bookshelf speaker with hi-res streaming skills

By Andy Madden published 5 January 22

The 4305P are the first active speakers in JBL's Studio Monitor range and offer hi-res audio support and wireless connectivity

Best Sony headphones 2022: budget, premium, Bluetooth, noise-cancelling

By Andy Madden published 4 January 22

Best Buys We've rounded up the best Sony headphones you can buy right now, catering for a wide range of styles and prices.

JBL Live Pro 2 wireless earbuds go big on battery life and call quality

By Andy Madden published 4 January 22

JBL's wireless earbuds boast 40 hours of total battery life and six built-in mics to help with the quality of voice calls.

Best Dolby Atmos soundbars 2022: the best Atmos TV speakers

By Joe Svetlik, Andy Madden published 4 January 22

Best Buys Add a sprinkling of immersive audio to your TV listening with our pick of the best Dolby Atmos soundbars.

The best Sony WH-CH700N headphones deals 2021

By Andy Madden published 2 December 21

Want the lowest price for Sony's wireless on-ear headphones? This is the page for you.

Apple AirPods 2 vs AirPods Pro: which Apple earbuds are better?

By Andy Madden published 1 December 21

Advice Are Apple's new noise-cancellers a cut above its standard wireless earbuds? Here's the lowdown on Apple AirPods 2 vs AirPods Pro.

Audio Pro wireless speakers walk away with What Hi-Fi? Awards 2021

By Andy Madden published 2 November 21

We’ve officially crowned the best wireless speakers of 2021 and there's a quartet of first-time winners.

Google launches Pixel Pass all-in-one subscription plan for Pixel 6 smartphones

By Andy Madden published 19 October 21

Google's monthly subscription package includes a new Pixel 6 phone, plus access to YouTube Premium and Music Premium.

Sony 360 Reality Audio: everything you need to know

Sony 360 Reality Audio: what is it? What headphones and speakers work with it?

By Andy Madden published 14 October 21

Sony's unveiled its own object-based audio format, but how does it work, what will it work on and what can you listen to?

Best audio cables 2021

By Andy Madden published 17 August 21

best buys Upgrading your audio cables is a simple yet very effective way of giving your hi-fi system a boost. Here are our favourites...

Hybrid Log Gamma (HLG): the 4K HDR TV broadcast format explained

By Andy Madden, Mary Stone published 26 July 21

When it comes to the ultimate 4K HDR TV broadcasts, it's all about HLG.

What is HDMI 2.1? Everything you need to know

HDMI 2.1: features, specs and news about the latest HDMI standard

By Becky Roberts, Andy Madden, Tom Parsons published 14 July 21

HDMI 2.1 makes it possible to pass through 8K, and even 10K, content with HDR, but what are the rest of the specs and how will it affect the kit you're using?