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One-star review shockers, failing formats and a ten-way amplifier test – What Hi-Fi? saw it all in June 1995
By Jonathan Evans published
Thirty years ago, a 10-way group test was the norm; one-star reviews and surround sound? Not so much

New issue of What Hi-Fi? out now: brilliant bargain soundbars, sensational stereo amplifiers and more
By Chris Burke published
Improve your TV's sound and upgrade the beating heart of your hi-fi system in the June issue

Astell & Kern unveils new flagship portable music player packed with hi-res streaming features and a redesigned internal circuitry
By Harry McKerrell published
Debuting at High End Munich 2025, the A&ultima SP4000 offers enhanced circuitry and hi-res file support alongside two new pairs of in-ear headphones.

3 key reasons I’m optimistic that Harman ownership will be good for Bowers & Wilkins
By Alastair Stevenson published
B&W is not struggling, but being owned by an audio, not medical, company is a healthy development

dCS's new high-end music streamer offers greater versatility, a new design and promises potent performance
By Harry McKerrell published
A larger spin on the established Lina DAC, the dCS Lina DAC X is a music streamer with ample streaming support and a host of physical connections.

Rega Planar 3 RS Edition
By What Hi-Fi? last updated
Updated With clever upgrades and a bespoke plinth design, Rega has pushed the performance of the iconic Planar 3 to an impressive degree in this elevated design.

Vinyl has infiltrated my local pub, and even the West Ham fans agree it is a match made in heaven
By Alastair Stevenson published
Turns out crate digging and a pint of IPA pair surprisingly well

“I guess a product becomes truly special when it’s the first thing you switch on when you’re home.” The man behind Sony’s sound picks the product he’s proudest of
By Becky Roberts published
One of the most successful AV products released this side of the millennium.
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