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.
Latest articles by Andy Madden

By Ketan Bharadia Published
Fell Audio’s first amplifier is well-equipped, but does it have the sonic talent to worry the class leaders?

By Andy Madden Published
Can Fell Audio disrupt the affordable CD player market on its first attempt?

By Andy Madden Published
It’s great news for Qobuz subscribers

By Andy Madden Published
New flagship buds could be just days away

By Andy Madden Published
A complex subject with no easy answer

By Andy Madden Published
It’s not just about where you sit…

By Andy Madden Published
High-end speakers to match your high-end supercar

By Andy Madden Published
Arise, our new ANC kings!

By Esat Dedezade, Joe Svetlik last updated
Bose's entry-level noise-cancelling wireless earbuds are impressive, but how do they compare to the flagship model?

By Andy Madden Published
Pass your knowledge on to the next generation

By Andy Madden Published
Great sound in a relatively compact package

By Andy Madden Published
Onkyo’s three-strong line-up becomes four

By Andy Madden Published
Is it time for someone or something to shake up the market?

By Kashfia Kabir Published
JBL’s flagship wireless headphones have ample features, a comfortable portable design and a friendly sound, but they face fierce competition at this premium price level.

By Andy Madden Published
Don't let sound quality suffer

By Andy Madden Published
A little tweak could go a long way

By Harry McKerrell last updated
The Sony WF-1000XM5 are our favourite wireless earbuds and can be found at some bargain prices

By Andy Madden Published
I've attempted to build one soundbar to rule them all

By Andy Madden Published
We've scoured the web and found some tasty discounts ahead of Prime Day

By Andy Madden last updated
If you're looking for new scenes to test your home cinema system, these superb suggestions are a great starting point.

By Ketan Bharadia last updated
Advice Bought a new AV receiver? We guide you through the whole set-up process to get your home cinema working at its best.

By Andy Madden Published
Where’s the sonic sparkle?

By Andy Madden Published
Immersive audio is arriving next month
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