Kashfia Kabir
Kashfia is the Hi-Fi and Audio Editor of What Hi-Fi? and first joined the brand 13 years ago. During her time in the consumer tech industry, she has reviewed hundreds of products (including speakers, amplifiers, turntables and headphones), been to countless trade shows across the world and fallen in love with hi-fi kit much bigger than her. In her spare time, Kash can be found tending to an ever-growing houseplant collection and shooing her cat Jolene away from spinning records.
Latest articles by Kashfia Kabir

18 of the best movies of the 1990s to test your home cinema
By Becky Roberts last updated
With both bonafide classics and quirkier cult gems, this '90s film list should help you find some home cinema entertainment gold.

These gorgeous new vinyl reissues are a must-have for gaming and ambient music fans
By Kashfia Kabir published
These gorgeous vinyl reissues of brilliant, highly rated video game soundtracks are worth checking out for any indie game or ambient music fans.

The Marantz Model M1 could be the hi-fi streaming amplifier I've been waiting for
By Kashfia Kabir published
The new Marantz Model M1 streaming amplifier with HDMI, HEOS streaming and 100W amplification is compact, space-saving and modern – is this the hi-fi system of the future?

Apple AirPods Pro 2 could finally get this customisable feature in a free upgrade
By Kashfia Kabir published
Rumours suggest that users will finally be able to manually adjust the level of ANC and Transparency in AirPods Pro 2.

iFi's new wireless DAC features Bluetooth streaming in lossless CD-quality audio
By Kashfia Kabir published
iFi Audio has launched two products with next-gen tech, including a DAC that can transmit and receive Bluetooth streams in lossless audio.

14 best summer tracks to test your music system
By Ainsley Walker last updated
We've put together some of our favourite tracks to enjoy in the sun or help brighten up those grey afternoons.

This 2024 indie folk album is soundtracking my summer, and it should be on your playlist too
By Kashfia Kabir published
Waxahatchee's latest album is a beautiful slice of alternative Americana/indie-folk goodness, perfect for hazy summer days (or dreary rainy days) with no end.

Audio-Technica's flagship MC cartridge promises "unparalleled" vinyl performance
By Kashfia Kabir published
Audio-Technica's next-gen flagship moving coil cartridge aims to deliver improved audio reproduction from vinyl records with refined design and greater, more efficient output.

Jabra's latest and last wireless earbuds can stream spatial audio from practically any source
By Harry McKerrell last updated
The Elite 10 gen 2 and Active 8 gen 2 feature the world's first LE Audio smart case that aims to provide wireless streaming and spatial audio from any source.

This portable turntable adds the secret ingredient missing from hi-fi: fun
By Kashfia Kabir published
Audio-Technica's Sound Burger portable turntable is a well-designed, fun and accessible entry point into the world of vinyl, and we shouldn't snub it.

Remember the Beats Pill? The Bluetooth speaker is reportedly bouncing back as a Sonos Roam rival
By Kashfia Kabir published
The Beats Pill Bluetooth speaker is being resurrected by Apple, with longer battery life, USB-C port and updated drivers and sound to take the fight to the Sonos Roam and JBL rivals.

Marantz's compact streaming amplifier is a "magical music box" ideal for small spaces
By Kashfia Kabir published
Marantz's Model M1 just-add-speakers streaming amplifier boasts HDMI eARC, HEOS streaming and 100W per channel in a stylish, compact design.

Sonos Trueplay: What is it? How can you use it?
By Verity Burns last updated
Sonos's audio calibration technology aims to tune your Sonos system to your room to deliver the best possible sound. Here's what you need to know.

Q Acoustics 3000c series
By Kashfia Kabir published
Not yet ratedQ Acoustics' third-gen 3000c speaker series features trickle-down and new technologies, and promises clear, spacious and punchy sound for appealingly entry-level prices.

7 of the best hi-fi separates at High End Munich 2024
By Kashfia Kabir published
Super high-end kit, affordable units, retro designs – we pick our favourite hi-fi separates we saw at the High End Munich show 2024.

Fiio's fully automatic Bluetooth turntable promises a modern, fun design
By Kashfia Kabir published
A fresh take on turntable design, Fiio's automatic Bluetooth record player has multiple buttons and comes with a remote.

Mission's 778 series CD transport and music streamer could be half-width hi-fi heroes
By Kashfia Kabir published
Mission expands its 778 series with compact CD transport and network audio player to join the entry-level 778X five-star integrated amplifier.

High End Munich 2024 news and highlights: Arcam, Burmester, Focal and more
By Kashfia Kabir last updated
Over 1000 audio brands are exhibiting at the 41st annual High End Munich show, and we are bringing you the latest launches, news and highlights on all things hi-fi...

Meze Audio's trio of new headphones includes affordable in-ears with USB-C adaptor
By Kashfia Kabir published
Meze Audio surprised us with a trio of new headphones at High End Munich, including affordable in-ears and a new over-ear model.

WiiM Ultra and WiiM Amp Pro are updated, versatile, multi-tasking streaming units
By Kashfia Kabir published
With updated DACs, versatile connections and streaming features, the two new WiiM products promise a lot and are still on the right side of affordable.

Sonus Faber brings flagship driver technology to stylish Sonetto G2 speakers
By Kashfia Kabir published
Sonus Faber's seven-strong Sonetto G2 speaker lineup features new driver technology and materials used in the flagship Suprema speaker system.

Q Acoustics 3000c is the entry-level speaker range we've been waiting six years for
By Kashfia Kabir published
With new mid/bass driver technology and four new finishes, the Q Acoustics 3000c is the successor to a successful line of five-star entry-level speakers.

WiiM Ultra streamer with touchscreen and improved DAC teased for High End Munich launch
By Kashfia Kabir published
WiiM has teased an Ultra version of the Award-winning Pro Plus streamer, with excellent connectivity and a touchscreen display, launching at High End Munich 2024.
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