Latest articles by Becky Roberts
Tidal vs Spotify: which streaming service is best for you?
We compare Spotify and Tidal to see which music streaming service offers the most for its monthly subscription fee...
Steve Sells interview: the career highlights of a Naim legend whose 27-year “big amp” dream finally became a reality
How an amplifier obsession blossomed during stints at Britain’s most iconic audio companies
Best stereo amplifiers 2025: 9 class leaders chosen by our review experts
Best Buys Breathe life into your hi-fi system with a new integrated amp
Hi-res music streaming services compared: is Tidal, Qobuz, Spotify, Amazon or Apple Music better?
As the battle to dominate hi-res audio streaming intensifies, we look at which platforms offer the most for your money...
What is high-resolution audio? And is hi-res music worth it?
Hi-res audio is the pinnacle for digital music fans, but what is it, how can you get it, and what kit do you need to listen to it?
Spotify Lossless: release date, price and all the official details on the long-awaited higher-quality streams
Everything you need to know about Spotify's new Lossless better-than-CD quality streaming tier.
Amazon Prime Big Deal Days 2025 day 7: the best Australian headphone, hi-fi and home cinema discounts now live
Amazon Prime Day Amazon's big October Prime sale is back for another round in 2025, and there's still excellent audio and AV bargains worth considering
Best headphone amplifiers 2025: expert picks to boost your personal listening
Best Buys Our expert pick of the best headphone amps includes affordable, portable models as well as premium units for home listening.
8 best horror movies new on Netflix, Prime Video and Disney+ this Halloween month
Serving up autumn nights of festive frights
Integrated vs pre/power amplification: the pros, cons and which is best for you
How integrated amplifiers compare to pre/power pairings when it comes to price, performance, system matching and upgradeability.
Best computer speakers 2025: upgrade your desktop audio with our 5 expert picks
Best Buys The best desktop speakers deliver great sound without taking up too much space, ideal for a small room or home office.
Best noise-cancelling headphones 2025 – tested by our in-house review experts
Best Buys The best ANC headphones silence the noisy outside world, leaving you and your tunes uninterrupted
Best wired headphones 2025: the 7 top pairs tested by our review experts
Best buys Wired is the way if you want the best sound for your money
Spotify snubbing spatial audio could be the smartest decision it ever makes
Spatial audio is perhaps the only box Spotify now leaves unticked, but is that a deal breaker?
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UPDATED Now that hi-res Lossless streaming is here, is Spotify the world’s best music service again?
Best audiophile headphones 2025: 9 best-sounding luxury pairs for music fans
Best Buys From the relatively modest to the esteemed high-end, the best audiophile headphones hit all the right notes.
Best wireless headphones 2025: reviewed and rated by our in-house experts
Best Buys The best wireless headphones offer convenience and quality in one comfortable, musical and ultimately great-value package.
5 tips for adding a subwoofer to your stereo hi-fi system to boost bass performance
Want to add a subwoofer to your stereo set-up? Don’t overlook these 5 key considerations.
Best headphones 2025: tested by our experts
Best Buys Our expert in-house reviews team picks the very best headphones you can buy, featuring wired and wireless earbuds and over-ears for every price.
Spotify Lossless still trails behind its hi-res streaming rivals – but that won’t matter for most people
While Spotify has finally entered the hi-res streaming game, it technically still lags behind its rivals. But should you care?
What is lossless audio? Is it worth it and do you need it?
It’s very likely you’ll have seen the term ‘lossless audio’ bandied around in the music space in recent years, but is it something you need in your life?
An excruciating timeline of our eight-year wait for Spotify (HiFi) Lossless
With Spotify's Lossless tier eight years in the making, let’s take a trip through the hi-res streaming journey so far...
Best on-ear headphones 2025: our expert pick of wired and wireless pairs
Our expert picks of the best on-ear headphones for features, style and sound, including pairs from Sony and Grado.
