Latest articles by Kashfia Kabir
Roksan wants to make its hi-fi separates more user-friendly with its "transparent design philosophy" – and I got an early preview
Roksan's Caspian 4G has plenty going for it both inside and outside
Rega Mercury/Solis
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
The Mixx Analog+ features Bluetooth streaming, too
One of our favourite small floorstanders is getting a sequel at the Bristol Hi-Fi Show 2026
Neat Acoustics Iota Alpha II
Active vs passive speakers: what's the difference? Which is better?
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?
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
Wireless speakers, headphones and soundbars, plus a surprise or two all make our wish list.
Yamaha C-5000/M-5000
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
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
5 very different products that we are excited to test this month
Best speaker stands 2026: budget and premium models tested
A decent pair of speaker stands will help minimise vibrations and maximise sound quality.
Best hi-fi and AV racks 2026: well-built supports for your products
Best buys Support your equipment with a top-quality specialist rack and your system components will benefit from a stable support and being allowed to perform their best.
Arcam ST25 vs Cambridge Audio EXN100: which premium music streamer should you buy?
Two Award-winning streamers go head-to-head
Pro-Ject's compact box of tricks has all the connections you'll need for modern audio sources
The Pre Box S3 features HDMI, phono stage and Bluetooth aptX HD
Best headphone amplifiers 2026: 7 top 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.
Aurender A1000
The Aurender A1000 is a properly sorted music server/streamer with fine build and a capable performance.
Best speaker cables 2026: our 4 expert picks for every budget
Best Buys Don't let the humble looks fool you – speaker cables are one of the heroes of your hi-fi system and could be the most cost-effective upgrade you'll ever make.
Best audio cables 2026: our expert picks of quality interconnects
Best buys Upping your audio cable game is a simple yet very effective way to give your hi-fi system a boost. Here are our favourites...
Roksan's range-topping amplifier duo promise "breathtaking musicality" along with BluOS streaming
The Streaming Pre-Amplifier and Power Amplifier join the Caspian Series 4G
Marshall's dinky streaming hub brings wireless multi-room and vinyl support to its rock'n'roll Bluetooth speakers
The compact device supports Auracast, Spotify Connect and Tidal
Huawei FreeClip 2
Huawei’s distinctive open wireless earbuds promise improved sound performance and feature upgrades for the same price – can they succeed?
Best internet radios 2026: modern radios with streaming smarts
Best Buys With internet connectivity and free streaming to boot, the best internet radios are fit for the 21st century.
Best turntable speakers 2026: top options for your record player
Best Buys Looking for the best speakers for your record player? We've rounded up a versatile range of options to suit all budgets and needs.
