
Kashfia Kabir
Kashfia is the Hi-Fi and Audio Editor of What Hi-Fi? and first joined the brand 13 years ago. During her time in the consumer tech industry, she has reviewed hundreds of products (including speakers, amplifiers, turntables and headphones), been to countless trade shows across the world and fallen in love with hi-fi kit much bigger than her. In her spare time, Kash can be found tending to an ever-growing houseplant collection and shooing her cat away from spinning records.
Latest articles by Kashfia Kabir

Technics updates its five-star SL-1500C direct drive turntable with premium technology for better sonic performance
By Kashfia Kabir published
The "technically enhanced" SL-1500CS is out in March

12 of the most exciting products I saw at the Bristol Hi-Fi Show 2026
By Kashfia Kabir published
Hi-fi highlights from this year's showcase

Rega's Award-winning Planar 6 turntable gets the 'RS Edition' treatment
By Kashfia Kabir published
Featuring key elements from the more premium Planar 8

Best stereo amplifiers 2026: 8 class leaders chosen by our review experts
By Kashfia Kabir last updated
Best Buys Breathe life into your hi-fi system with a new integrated amp

ProAc's small but premium standmount speakers aim to take performance to the next level
By Kashfia Kabir published
The Response DB1R will be unveiled at the Bristol Hi-Fi Show this weekend

Cambridge Audio Evo 150 SE
By Kashfia Kabir published
Cambridge Audio has evolved its feature-packed, well-designed Evo 150 streaming amplifier, with sonic improvements promised – does it succeed?

Best budget record players 2026: affordable turntables tried and tested
By Daniel Furn last updated
Best Buys You don't have to spend a fortune to get a great record player, so here are the best budget turntables we've tested and can fully recommend.

Rotel DX-3
By Ketan Bharadia published
Rotel’s flexible DX-3 DAC/headphone amp sports a new look for the brand and delivers a well-rounded sound.

3 hi-fi products I can't wait to see in person at the upcoming Bristol Hi-Fi Show 2026
By Kashfia Kabir published
A secret turntable, active speakers and a brand new range of electronics are teased

Sony WF-1000XM6
By Andy Madden published
We always expect big things from Sony’s flagship wireless earbuds, and its latest pair doesn’t disappoint.

We dial up the nostalgia with our favourite songs from 1986 that are turning 40 this year
By Kashfia Kabir published
11 songs that take us way back

Best computer speakers 2026: the top desktop options for hi-fi fans tested by our experts
By Kashfia Kabir last updated
Best Buys The best desktop speakers deliver great sound without taking up too much space, ideal for a small room or home office.

Roksan wants to make its hi-fi separates more user-friendly with its "transparent design philosophy" – and I got an early preview
By Kashfia Kabir published
Roksan's Caspian 4G has plenty going for it both inside and outside

Rega Mercury/Solis
By Ketan Bharadia published
Rega’s range-topping pre/power has a thrilling music-first approach that’s hard to resist.

This 2-in-1 automatic turntable has an integrated CD player in a design we've never seen before
By Kashfia Kabir published
The Mixx Analog+ features Bluetooth streaming, too

One of our favourite small floorstanders is getting a sequel at the Bristol Hi-Fi Show 2026
By Kashfia Kabir published
Neat Acoustics Iota Alpha II

Active vs passive speakers: what's the difference? Which is better?
By Ketan Bharadia last updated
Ever wondered about the difference between active and passive speakers? All us to elaborate on how they work.

AirPods Pro 3 vs AirPods 4 with ANC: which of Apple's noise-cancelling earbuds will suit you best?
By Kashfia Kabir last updated
Apple's flagship Pro earbuds face off against the standard AirPods

Sonos will ramp up its launches in 2026; these are the products we want to see next
By Joe Svetlik published
Wireless speakers, headphones and soundbars, plus a surprise or two all make our wish list.

Yamaha C-5000/M-5000
By Ketan Bharadia published
Yamaha’s classy 5000-series pre/power is beautifully made and performs with a rare sense of poise.

Best music streaming services 2026: free streams to hi-res audio
By Joe Svetlik last updated
Best Buys The best music streaming services offer slick interfaces, high-quality audio and access to millions of tracks – here are the top choices.

In For Review: KEF's new active speakers, LG's modular Dolby Atmos surround sound system, and Audio-Technica's flagship turntable
By Kashfia Kabir published
5 very different products that we are excited to test this month

Best speaker stands 2026: budget and premium models tested
By Kashfia Kabir last updated
A decent pair of speaker stands will help minimise vibrations and maximise sound quality.
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