Latest articles by Alastair Stevenson
Are Dolby Atmos soundbar systems killing affordable home cinema speaker packages?
Convenience often trumps performance for most people, but is that a good thing for home cinema fans?
New Cambridge Audio hi-fi, five-star PMC speakers, celebrating a Sonos classic and more
It was another hectic week at What Hi-Fi? Towers
We asked if you care who owns a hi-fi brand – your answers got heated but revealed one key concern
It turns out people do care about ownership when it comes to AV brands
We’ve spotted huge savings on audiophile headphones, five-star Dolby Atmos Sonos soundbars and more
Prime Day is the horizon, but there are already some fantastic AV deals doing the rounds
I'm predicting huge savings on five-star Mini LED TVs – these are the two I'd keep an eye on
We’ve got a big line forming outside our viewing rooms…
Sometimes a four-star product is still the perfect fit, and these headphones are a great example why
These four-star Beyerdynamics have become my go-to wireless headphones for jazz
Best Dolby Atmos soundbars 2025: our reviewers' 5 recommendations
Best Buys Add a sprinkling of immersive audio to your TV with our pick of the best Dolby Atmos soundbars.
Valuable vinyl, special edition B&W hi-fi speakers, new wireless earbuds and more
All the top hi-fi and home cinema news explained by our team of experts
Now Showing: 3 movies we've been obsessed with in the What Hi-Fi? test rooms
Wondering what films are best to test out your home cinema setup? We have got you covered
Our experts handpick the week's best deals on OLED TVs, Dolby Atmos soundbars, five-star B&W headphones and more
This week’s top hi-fi and home cinema deals, direct from our team of experts
I’ve used the same Technics streaming amp for years – and it’s all to do with vinyl
As Bob Dylan said, the times they are a-changing, but I still want my hi-fi to have one key feature
When is the best time to buy a five-star LG C5? Here's what OLED TV price history tells us
LG’s latest C5 OLED TV has had its price cut, but it’s not the set we recommend right now. Here’s when we expect that to change
The Technics hi-fi system I use every day – and wholeheartedly recommend – is back down to a great price
This repeat Award-winner is an easy recommendation for hi-fi newbies and music fans on a strict budget
Announcing the What Hi-Fi? Awards 2025 – all the details and key dates revealed
Our 43rd What Hi-Fi? Awards are happening, these are the key dates and deadlines
The LG C5 has had its price slashed – but this five-star OLED and Dolby Atmos combo is even better
In home cinema, newer isn’t always better, at least from a value for money perspective
Dolby Atmos home systems are getting a key upgrade – but not where you would expect
It’s all about building a bassline for audio quality
This classic superhero movie is turning 20 – and it's still a great test disc, particularly if you have an OLED TV
This moody action movie is where it all began for me as a home cinema reviewer
New Bose QuietComfort earbuds, a minimalist Cambridge Audio hi-fi amp, JBL’s latest Dolby Atmos soundbar and more
All the latest hi-fi and home cinema news explained by our crack team of experts
Cambridge Audio’s new MXW70 amplifier reminded me why less can be more with hi-fi
We’re yet to test it, but I always love a minimalist approach to hi-fi design
Best cheap TVs 2025: 6 fantastic value sets for movie fans tested
best buys For very little money you can buy a 4K HDR TV with a great smart platform and decent gaming specs.
JBL's new Dolby Atmos soundbars look great – but I want one small addition
JBL’s new soundbars look great but I can’t help but wish there was one more option in its 2025 portfolio
Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max (2nd Generation)
Amazon’s latest generation Fire TV Stick 4K Max impresses, especially for the price. So, should it be your new streamer?
We all love Dolby Atmos – but I'm making a smarter surround-sound investment instead
In a lot of instances two subwoofers are better than one, but not for the reason you think
