Andy Madden

Acoustic Energy’s 40th Anniversary AE2 speaker retains all the charm of the original but now with improved performance.

The Merlin Tarantula RCA is an even-handed interconnect that will work well in a wide range of systems.

Ortofon’s MC X30 is a superbly balanced moving coil that ticks all the boxes at its price.

Roksan’s take on a streaming pre/power combination is pleasingly forward-looking and capable of musical greatness.

Arcam’s Radia range of hi-fi separates has impressed us so far – how will its streaming amplifier fare?

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.

Focal’s flagship wireless headphones aren’t cheap, but this level of sound quality rarely is.

Sony’s WH-1000XM4C headphones deliver a huge dose of déjà vu in the best way possible.

We always expect big things from Sony’s flagship wireless earbuds, and its latest pair doesn’t disappoint.

Sony’s new wireless earbuds are amazing all-rounders and offer a great mix of features and performance for a very reasonable price.

The Rotel Michi Prestige X430 is a carefully considered and superbly executed high-end integrated amplifier.

The Arcam A15+ gains circuit and power supply refinements to reinforce its status as a class-leader.

We’re hoping for big things from Arcam’s step-up CD player – can it deliver?

Marantz has a new entry-level CD player, but is it up to scratch?

Can Arcam’s Radia range of hi-fi separates deliver a streaming success story?

Wired headphones are back in fashion – can Sennheiser’s budget buds convince us it’s more than just a fad?

JBL’s Bluetooth speaker gains a light show, but it's the sound quality that really shines through