
Andy Madden
Andy is Deputy Editor of What Hi-Fi? and a consumer electronics journalist with nearly 20 years of experience writing news, reviews and features. Over the years he's also contributed to a number of other outlets, including The Sunday Times, the BBC, Stuff, and BA High Life Magazine. Premium wireless earbuds are his passion but he's also keen on car tech and in-car audio systems and can often be found cruising the countryside testing the latest set-ups. In his spare time Andy is a keen golfer and gamer.
Latest articles by Andy Madden

The return of a speaker legend: Acoustic Energy officially unveils the AE1 40th Anniversary Edition
By Andy Madden published
Classic bookshelf speakers are reimagined for their big celebration

Focal Theva No.1
By Ketan Bharadia published
Focal’s Theva No.1 is a capable pair of standmounters that excels in delivering scale and sonic authority.

Apple AirPods Pro 3 vs AirPods Pro 2: what are the differences?
By Andy Madden published
On paper, the new pair is a significant step up

I think Apple’s obsession with the fit of the AirPods Pro 3 is great news for sound quality – here’s why
By Andy Madden published
Better tips = better seal = better sound

Yamaha’s new hand-crafted high-end headphones promise serious audiophile sound quality
By Andy Madden published
One open-back and one closed-back design…

Apple is gunning for Bose with the AirPods Pro 3, and I’m here for that battle
By Andy Madden published
Apple’s new flagship in-ears are promising big things

Our deal experts have hunted around for top savings on five-star turntables, OLED TVs, wireless headphones and more
By Andy Madden published
Featuring tempting savings on Denon, LG, Samsung, among others

Fell Audio Fell Amp
By Ketan Bharadia published
Fell Audio’s first amplifier is well-equipped, but does it have the sonic talent to worry the class leaders?

Fell Audio Fell Disc
By Andy Madden published
Can Fell Audio disrupt the affordable CD player market on its first attempt?

Our favourite BluOS music streamers are getting a new audiophile-friendly streaming feature this month
By Andy Madden published
It’s great news for Qobuz subscribers

Quick! Sony’s five-star WH-1000XM6 wireless headphones have their first major price drop
By Andy Madden published
This discount won't be around forever...

Ruark MR1 Mk3
By Kashfia Kabir published
Ruark’s stylish desktop speakers get a powerful upgrade and useful new features, while retaining their compact dimensions and great value.

Our deal experts have found top savings on OLED TVs, soundbars, audiophile headphones and more
By Andy Madden published
Featuring tempting savings on Panasonic, Sennheiser and Sony

Expect evolution rather than revolution if the AirPods Pro 3 launch at Apple’s “Awe dropping” event
By Andy Madden published
New flagship buds could be just days away

The best AirPods deals 2025: lowest prices on Apple headphones
By Kashfia Kabir last updated
Deals Check out the latest deals on all AirPods headphones and wireless earbuds.

Best Blu-ray and 4K Blu-ray players 2025: budget to premium disc players
By Lewis Empson last updated
Best Buys The best Blu-ray players guarantee awesome picture quality and excellent sound from Full HD and 4K Blu-rays.

Our deal experts have found top savings on wireless speakers, turntables and stereo speakers and more
By Andy Madden published
Featuring tempting savings on Bose, LG and Sonos

“It matters – but it’s rarely the number one reason someone buys an amplifier.” Hi-fi giant IAG talks about sustainability and its impact on performance and price
By Andy Madden published
A complex subject with no easy answer

NAD C 3050 (with MDC2 BluOS-D module)
By Ketan Bharadia published
NAD’s C 3050 amplifier may evoke memories of the past, but fitted with the optional BluOS streaming module, it becomes a modern streaming system to reckon with.

Hurry! Grab this limited time price on these five-star Bose wireless earbuds – before it's too late
By Grace Dean published
The five-star Bose QuietComfort Earbuds (2024) have dropped to a great price for the first time since Prime Day, but you'll have to be quick.

Cheap thrills! These five-star Sony headphones have dropped to just £33 – a stellar bargain
By Harry McKerrell published
Latest price drop makes them a Bluetooth no-brainer

Our deal experts have found top savings on floorstanding speakers, OLED TVs, wireless earbuds and more
By Andy Madden published
Our weekly deals round-up has some excellent offers

This hidden hi-fi danger can ruin the sound from your stereo speakers – here’s how to avoid it
By Andy Madden published
It’s not just about where you sit…
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