Latest articles by Andy Madden
Rega Brio Mk7
Rega’s much-loved Brio integrated amplifier takes a step up in price, features and sonic ability.
I think Bowers & Wilkins could give Sony a real run for their money in the world of wireless headphones in 2025 – here’s why
The Px7 S3 have just set a new benchmark at the money
The best AirPods alternatives 2025: choice pairs reviewed by our experts
Best Buys AirPods are a great shout for anyone in Apple's ecosystem, but rival brands boast some excellent alternative models.
Sony gatecrashes our wireless earbuds buying guide with another fantastic five-star pair
We’ve swapped Sony for, er, Sony
Why do in-ear and over-ear headphones sound so different?
Two different styles, two different approaches to delivering sound…
Sony WF-C710N
Sony’s new wireless earbuds are amazing all-rounders and offer a great mix of features and performance for a very reasonable price.
Is 180g vinyl worth it? We asked several hi-fi manufacturers if a record’s weight can impact sound quality
The answers make for interesting reading...
How to set up a turntable and get the best sound
Setting up a turntable can be a tricky business, so here are some simple tips on how to get the best out of your deck.
Sony's incredible, five-star WF-C700N wireless earbuds have crashed to their lowest price ever
Our Product of the Year is now just £60!
Best JBL headphones 2025: the best options for every budget fully tested
If you're looking for a new pair of cans in 2025, you could do a lot worse than JBL headphones. Here are the brand's best....
Porsche is bringing Dolby Atmos audio to its in-car hi-fis, but there’s a catch
Porsche’s PCM infotainment hub is getting a major overhaul
Musical Fidelity's no-frills five-star M2si amplifier is down to its lowest price ever
Deal This great-sounding, five-star integrated amp is only £479 at Richer Sounds
Amazon Spring Deal Days are over – but this five-star Sony home cinema deal is still an absolute bargain
Sony's Award-winning home cinema amplifier is still at its lowest ever price.
Best noise-cancelling earbuds 2025
Best Buys Cut out the hustle and bustle of daily life with our pick of the best noise-cancelling earbuds you can buy right now.
5 things I’ve learned spending 24 hours with Sony’s WF-C710N wireless earbuds
I’ve unboxed Sony’s new budget wireless earbuds and here are some early impressions…
Arcam’s latest software updates bring a big audio upgrade to some music streamers and AV receivers – here’s what you need to know
24-bit/192kHz Tidal streams, anyone?
At its lowest price yet, this budget Dolby Atmos soundbar is more tempting than ever
The HT-S2000 soundbar offers excellent sound quality at a reasonable price, and it's seen a tempting price drop.
I think this JBL offer tops Bose as the best Bluetooth speaker deal I've seen in the Amazon Spring Sale
Two sensational five-star speakers with good money off
They’re official! Sony finally takes the wraps off its WF-C710N budget wireless earbuds
New cheap earbuds have huge shoes to fill
Bose and Sony's flagship wireless headphones are both in the Amazon Big Spring Sale, but which should you buy?
Two amazing pairs with savings to be made
JBL SA550 Classic
JBL’s stereo amplifier has a lot going for it, including attractive retro styling and a fun, entertaining sound.
We loved testing Eversolo's DMP-A6 music streamer and it’s now £160 off thanks to this juicy hi-fi deal
An amazing user experience, brilliant build quality and punchy sound
Retro-tastic and powerful-sounding JBL Authentics Bluetooth speaker is back to its lowest-ever price
Grab a huge £130 off this versatile and retro-looking wireless speaker.
