Alastair is What Hi-Fi?’s editor in chief. He has well over a decade’s experience as a journalist working in both B2C and B2B press. During this time he’s covered everything from the launch of the first Amazon Echo to government cyber security policy. Prior to joining What Hi-Fi? he served as Trusted Reviews’ editor-in-chief. Outside of tech, he has a Masters from King’s College London in Ethics and the Philosophy of Religion, is an enthusiastic, but untalented, guitar player and runs a webcomic in his spare time.
Latest articles by Alastair Stevenson

Prime Day 2026 LIVE: our home cinema experts' picks of the best OLED TV, Dolby Atmos soundbar, projector deals and more
By Alastair Stevenson last updated
We’re recommending the top savings, on and off Amazon, in real time

LG’s best step-down OLED TV is at its lowest-ever price – but I have a controversial bit of advice
By Alastair Stevenson published
Save your pennies and invest in this key upgrade

The wireless headphones I use every day are at their lowest price ever – but I’d recommend these five-star Sonys to most people
By Alastair Stevenson published
Unless you have very specific sonic tastes, you’ll be better off with the XM6

If you want a proper home cinema, I built a wireless Dolby Atmos, native 4K system for serious movie fans using Sony deals
By Alastair Stevenson published
And you won’t find any of it this heavily discounted on Amazon

I built a five-star Samsung cinema setup using Prime Day OLED TV and Dolby Atmos soundbar deals – save £2361 and get ready for the World Cup
By Alastair Stevenson published
It’s always worth checking the price of last year’s products during Prime Day

Amazon Prime Day 2026 Live Q&A: What Hi-Fi? recommendations and deals advice, direct from our experts
By Alastair Stevenson last updated
Don't be left in the dark! Our experts are answering your questions to ensure you make the right purchase this Prime Day

I've waited over half a decade for a decent discount on these five-star Dali speakers – and Prime Day has delivered
By Alastair Stevenson published
Dali’s stellar floorstandres aren’t my first choice anymore, but if you’re short on cash, they’re an absolute steal right now

Sony’s “mid-range marvel” of a TV is at its lowest price ever for Prime Day – but I wouldn’t buy it
By Alastair Stevenson published
One of our reviewers’ favourite step-down Mini LEDs is a fantastic price right now, but not the one we’d buy

Prime Day tip: nearly every size of this five-star LG OLED TV has been discounted, but I’d wait a little longer before buying one
By Alastair Stevenson published
Patience is a virtue, especially when shopping during a sales event

Samsung's newest flagship OLED TV has had its price slashed – but I’d recommend this five-star Sony over it (for now)
By Alastair Stevenson last updated
Unless you insist on only buying the latest and greatest tech, Sony’s flagship OLED is cheaper and more than enough for most people

If you need a good TV and are tight on cash, this Award-winner is the only one I recommend
By Alastair Stevenson published
TCL’s affordable, five-star Mini LED has had its price slashed

Five-star Dolby Atmos systems from Sony and Focal, the return of an iconic Bang & Olufsen turntable and more
By Alastair Stevenson published
All the top hi-fi and home cinema stories explained, by our experts

Mark your calendars: the dates for the What Hi-Fi? Awards 2026 have been confirmed
By Alastair Stevenson published
And for our 50th birthday, we have a surprise for you in the works

“It would be disingenuous to say that we have a plan for attracting younger music fans” – AudioQuest on the new DragonFly and getting Gen Z into hi-fi
By Alastair Stevenson published
The original DragonFly DAC was a gateway to better sound for millennials; can it do the same for Gen Z?

Amazon Ember QLED with Fire TV (QL65F602U)
By Lewis Empson last updated
Can Amazon keep its place in the competitive budget TV market?

An opening look at Dali and Moon’s latest high-end hi-fi, Ruark’s spin on CDs and more
By Alastair Stevenson published
A lot happened in the world of hi-fi and home cinema last week

My secret weapon for hi-fi sound on the go is back from the grave – and I couldn’t be happier
By Alastair Stevenson published
The mobile DragonFly DAC is back

I really hope this “small” update on Sony’s OLED TV plans is true
By Alastair Stevenson published
I’ve said it before, and I’ll say it again: there’s a big hole in the market that needs filling

Twin wins for JBL, Sennheiser’s latest five-star headphones, and a big Naim amp reviewed
By Alastair Stevenson published
Everything you need to know about the top-scoring products we reviewed in May

Sony’s latest TVs, five-star Sennheiser headphones, Neat new hi-fi speakers and more
By Alastair Stevenson published
All the latest hi-fi and home cinema news, explained by our experts

When should you stop feeding your hi-fi addiction?
By Alastair Stevenson published
Is an audiophile's work never done? We want to know your thoughts!

Yes, there is an ultimate prog rock album for testing hi-fi – at least according to What Hi-Fi? readers
By Alastair Stevenson published
We asked and, surprisingly, your answer was loud and clear

Sony’s Bravia Theatre Trio Dolby Atmos system has a very different approach to “authentic” surround sound
By Alastair Stevenson last updated
The premium home theatre system is atypical in a variety of ways
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