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Ruark's MR1 MK3 are the upgraded desktop speakers we've been waiting eight years for
Long-awaited update to the Award-winning MR1 MK2 favourites promises "a significant leap in acoustic performance"
Rega's Planar 3 Eco Special is an eco-friendly turntable with a £200 discount but the same five-star performance
Planar 3 gets the Green Grade treatment and a special finish
We asked our readers how they listen to hi-res music, and they have one major priority
We asked our readers how they listen to hi-res music, and they have one major priority – even if there's no consensus on the best method
Neat Iota II
Neat’s tiny Iota II speakers aren’t perfect and they are quite pricey, but we find them utterly charming, spirited and talented performers that solve a niche problem.
Best turntable speakers 2025: top options for your record player
Best Buys Looking for the best speakers for your record player? We've rounded up a versatile range of options to suit all budgets and needs.
The best turntable deals 2025: lowest prices on great record players
Deals We've rounded up the best deals on some of our favourite turntables
Best CD players 2025: budget to premium options tested by expert reviewers
Best Buys Hear your disc collection at its very best with our pick of the best CD players and CD transports on the market across all budgets.
Best hi-fi and AV racks 2025: budget and premium models tried and tested
Best buys Support your equipment with a top-quality specialist rack and your system components will benefit from a stable support and being allowed to perform their best.
Best audio cables 2025: our expert picks of quality interconnects
Best buys Upping your audio cable game is a simple yet very effective way to give your hi-fi system a boost. Here are our favourites...
Best phono preamps 2025: budget to high-end, tried and tested
Best buys To be able to listen to turntables through your system, you'll need a phono stage (also called a phono preamp). These are the best models we've reviewed across all budgets and types.
Best active speakers 2025: our experts pick the top pairs with integrated amplifiers
Best Buys Great hi-fi sound without the need for a separate amplifier, whether you want to connect a TV, turntable or streamer.
The 11 most exciting hi-fi products we saw at High End Munich 2025
High End Munich 2025 was one to remember, featuring major reveals and launches from Burmester, Cyrus, Fyne Audio, JBL and many more.
High End Munich 2025 highlights: streaming amplifiers, large high-end speakers and more exquisite hi-fi
High End Munich 2025 is back for another year of exciting hi-fi and audio product launches – here are the key highlights from the show.
Cyrus unveils 80 Series of full-width products for the first time ever
A trio of streaming amp, preamp and power amp
First look: Chord Electronics unveils flagship Ultima Phonostage at High End Munich 2025
Officially launching later this year
Qobuz Connect officially launches, with wide support across hi-fi brands
Promises to "transforms the listening experience"
I've had a first look at the HomePod-rivalling WiiM Sound smart speaker – and Apple should be worried
The circular touchscreen display is a smart-looking design
Wharfedale's Evo 5 speaker series promises "heavenly high-end sound at refreshingly down-to-earth prices"
A five-strong speaker range updated with new cabinets, drive units and more
Audio-Technica's premium turntable wows with stunning transparent design
The AT-LPA2 cuts a striking figure as the brand's new flagship
Best budget record players 2025: affordable turntables tried and tested
Best Buys You don't have to spend a fortune to get a great record player, so here are the best budget decks we've tested and can fully recommend.
Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S3 vs Apple AirPods Max: which premium headphones are top of the pops?
Can B&W’s latest over-ears give Apple’s impressive cans a run for their money?
Luxman celebrates its 100th anniversary with two high-end hi-fi components and an uber-pricey limited edition package
A four-strong complete Luxman system for £35,000?
The rise of small, complete hi-fi systems that are more accessible for newcomers is a great direction for the industry
With everything you need in the box, including cables
