
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

Rotel Michi Q5
By Ketan Bharadia published
Rotel’s brutish-looking Michi Q5 CD player delivers a pleasing blend of insight and control.

Bluesound Node Icon vs Cambridge Audio CXN100: which premium five-star streamer reigns supreme?
By Becky Roberts published
Two hi-fi music-streamer greats share the battlefield once more, this time armed with their latest premium five-star offerings.

Focal Mu-so Hekla
By Kashfia Kabir published
Not yet ratedAn all-in-one solution for hi-fi and home cinema fans?

Rotel's high-end CD player, an affordable Dolby Atmos soundbar and Sennheiser's hi-res wireless headphones are being tested this month
By Kashfia Kabir published
These are the 5 products we are excited to test in November

Rega and Pro-Ject lead the turntable winners at the What Hi-Fi? Awards 2025, while Technics reclaims a trophy
By Kashfia Kabir published
Seven stunning spinners

9 horror movies to watch on Netflix, Prime Video, Apple TV and Disney+ to get into the Halloween spirit this weekend
By Becky Roberts last updated
Prepare for some film fright nights

10 of the best Halloween tracks to test your hi-fi system
By Harry McKerrell last updated
We've put together some of our favourite Halloween-themed tracks that are perfect for putting your kit through its paces

Michell Apollo
By Ketan Bharadia published
Michell’s Apollo phono stage delivers an enchanting performance full of insight, dynamic finesse and refinement.

Lindemann Limetree Phono II
By Ketan Bharadia published
Lindemann’s Limetree Phono II is an unassuming but hugely capable MM/MC phono stage.

Grado's new Signature wired headphones aim to deliver “uncompromising craftsmanship and sound quality”
By Kashfia Kabir published
Featuring new drivers, new ear cushions and a premium price

Dali Kupid vs Wharfedale Diamond 12.1: which five-star bookshelf speakers are better?
By Joe Svetlik published
You're spoiled for choice when it comes to affordable bookshelf speakers – but which of these five-star pairs would be best for you?

Rega Planar 6/Nd7
By What Hi-Fi? last updated
UPDATED A wonderfully refined, articulate and precise turntable.

Bluesound Node Icon
By Kashfia Kabir published
Bluesound’s Node Icon is a superb, well-featured music streamer that sounds a cut above the rest of its siblings – and outperforms its price rivals.

Qobuz Connect is now available on the latest Cambridge Audio streaming products
By Kashfia Kabir published
StreamMagic Gen 4 products get the update now

Sennheiser's new high-res audiophile wireless headphones want to give you the best of both worlds
By Kashfia Kabir published
The HDB 630 come with a hi-res Bluetooth transmitter in the box

Pro-Ject Primary E
By What Hi-Fi? last updated
UPDATED The Pro-Ject Primary E is a great first turntable for those on a budget.

Cyrus CDi
By What Hi-Fi? last updated
UPDATED This multi-Award-winning Cyrus CD player continues to set the benchmark at this price point.

Dali Kupid
By Kashfia Kabir published
Dali’s affordable Kupid speakers are entertaining, expressive and heaps of fun – their colourful, eye-catching design and compact form will win over plenty of new fans

The versatile Moon 371 streaming amplifier is "engineered for extraordinary performance"
By Kashfia Kabir published
And it kicks off the brand's new Compass Collection

Best computer speakers 2025: upgrade your desktop audio with our 5 expert picks
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.

3 fun and useful music streaming features I've been checking out this week
By Kashfia Kabir published
Apple Music, Qobuz and BluOS have unveiled key app updates

Best Bluetooth turntables 2025: wireless record players tried and tested by experts
By Kashfia Kabir last updated
Best Buys If you love vinyl but value convenience and versatility, check out our guide to the best Bluetooth turntables across all budgets.

Best music streamers 2025: top network audio players tested by our experts
By Kashfia Kabir last updated
Best Buys Music streamers are a convenient and versatile one-box solution for getting high-quality digital music from multiple online sources.
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