Best systems 2023

Product of the year

Best hi-fi system £500-£1500

Hi-fi system: Technics SA-C600

Technics SA-C600

Still one of the best "just add speakers" systems available

Best buys

Best hi-fi system under £500

Denon D-M41DAB What Hi-Fi? Awards 2023

Denon D-M41DAB

A fantastic value small streaming system

Best hi-fi system over £1500

Naim Uniti Atom

Naim Uniti Atom

Great looks and sound quality make this an easy recommendation

Best speaker system under £750

Speaker system: Triangle AIO Twin

Triangle AIO Twin

A great sounding, versatile streaming system ideal for buyers on a budget

Best speaker system £750-£1500

KEF LSX II

KEF LSX II

A great value speaker system that's perfect for smaller rooms

Best speaker system £1500-£3000

KEF LS50 Wireless II

KEF LS50 Wireless II

KEF's second-generation speaker system is still incredible

Best speaker system over £3000

Streaming speakers: JBL 4329P Studio Monitor

JBL 4329P Studio Monitor

A powerful all-in-one speaker system with a classic aesthetic

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