Audio-Technica AT-LP2 review
An outstanding turntable/cartridge combination, in all respects, for hearing your own LPs ‘all proper’ with ‘angel trumpets and devil trombones’.
Hi-Fi
Astell & Kern's copper-clad portable hi-res player vows to elevate the brand's flagship model to new sonic heights
A metal twist on A&K's flagship SP4000 player
Ask the Reader: is bigger always better, or are you more interested in smaller, but still great-sounding, hi-fi?
There’s been a lot of great, small hi-fi appearing recently, but there’s something undeniably special about giant speakers and a full hi-fi rack…
Ask The Reader: hi-fi fans can’t be bribed with “luxury baubles” (apart from two big exceptions)
As expected, good sound is what matters most to What Hi-Fi? readers
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.
Headphones
Speakers
Arcam's new Radia loudspeaker range could be the perfect match for its Award-winning electronics
Six-strong range includes a subwoofer and centre channel
Best multi-room speakers 2026: whole-home wireless speakers tried and tested
Best Buys Kiss those cables goodbye and start your whole home sound system with one of these excellent multi-room speakers.
This speaker is named after the finest champagne – and promises to be even more refined
The Revival Audio Atalante Grande Réserve flagship speaker is limited to 300 pairs worldwide.
Best Google Assistant speakers 2026: best Google smart speakers tested and rated
Best Buys Find your voice with our pick of the best Google Assistant speakers for your home, all reviewed by our team of experts
TV & Home Cinema
LG's just fixed a key issue we had with its latest Dolby Atmos soundbar system – and it’s not even out yet
Still very premium, but less pricey than before
This beastly Dolby Atmos soundbar could be getting a welcome tweak
But will it be worth its eye-watering price tag?
2025 was a dud year for AV amplifiers, but 2026 is already shaping up to be a big improvement
Arcam’s handsome new models are already inspiring confidence
Arcam’s Radia AV line of home cinema amps promises serious movie magic
Finally, the wait is over
Streaming & Entertainment
Now Playing: check out the 6 stunning tracks we've been using to test our hi-fi this month
Get the winter blues. And winter rock, winter hip-hop...
"You can buy the box and never pay a penny for content again" – here's how Manhattan's plucky new streaming box is addressing a major issue
Who's sick of their streaming subscription going up?
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.
The best Amazon Fire TV Stick deals
The deals have landed and there are big savings on the Fire TV Stick 4K, Fire TV Stick Lite and more
More from What Hi-Fi?
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
Rewind: Onkyo’s five-star return, an uber-expensive Dolby Atmos system, two hi-fi birthday celebrations and more
What a week it was for hi-fi and home cinema fans…
Best speaker stands 2026: budget and premium models tested
A decent pair of speaker stands will help minimise vibrations and maximise sound quality.
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.
